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France has no reason to change diplomatic staffing in Middle East, foreign ministry says

France has no reason to change its diplomatic personnel staffing in the Middle East at this stage, a French foreign ministry spokesperson said on Thursday.

France has no reason to change diplomatic staffing in Middle East, foreign ministry says
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European foreign ministers ready to toughen action against Russia

Foreign ministers from large European countries said on Thursday they were ready to step up pressure on Russia, "including through further sanctions" involving the energy and banking

European foreign ministers ready to toughen action against Russia
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G7 summit in Canada to see how EU, US align on Russia sanctions, says German official

A Group of Seven (G7) meeting in Canada will be about the extent to which the European Union and U.S. could align on sanctions against Russia, a German government official said on

G7 summit in Canada to see how EU, US align on Russia sanctions, says German official
Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World

The UK, Germany and Canada have slashed foreign aid this year, deepening damage done by US cuts, analysis shows

The UK, Germany and Canada have slashed foreign aid this year, deepening damage done by US cuts, analysis shows

The UK, Germany and Canada have slashed foreign aid this year, deepening damage done by US cuts, analysis shows
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Britain says it understands U.S. need to review AUKUS submarine pact

Britain said on Thursday it understood a decision by U.S.

Britain says it understands U.S. need to review AUKUS submarine pact
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Colombian senator Uribe still in critical condition five days after shooting

Colombian Senator Miguel Uribe, a potential presidential contender, remains in critical but stable condition after being shot in Bogota on Saturday, the hospital treating him said on

Colombian senator Uribe still in critical condition five days after shooting
Europe|Political|Travel|World

UK's King Charles says he is 'desperately shocked' by Air India plane crash

Britain's King Charles said on Thursday he was desperately shocked by the Air India plane crash in the western Indian city of Ahmedabad, with passengers including 53 Britons and one

UK's King Charles says he is 'desperately shocked' by Air India plane crash
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US Democratic National Committee Vice Chair David Hogg to leave his role

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US Democratic National Committee Vice Chair David Hogg to leave his role
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U.S. ambassador to Russia to leave post soon, says embassy

Lynne Tracy, the U.S. ambassador to Russia, will soon leave her post, her embassy said on Thursday, after serving through one of the most tense and difficult periods in relations

U.S. ambassador to Russia to leave post soon, says embassy
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Israel set to deport eight activists, including French MEP, over Gaza boat

Eight pro-Palestinian activists including a French member of the European Parliament will soon be forcibly deported from Israel, three days after the Israeli navy prevented them

Israel set to deport eight activists, including French MEP, over Gaza boat
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

UK is monitoring Middle East situation, no update on staffing - PM's spokesperson

Britain is monitoring the situation in the Middle East but has no update on staffing in the region, a spokesperson for Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Thursday after the United

UK is monitoring Middle East situation, no update on staffing - PM's spokesperson
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Iran will not compromise on right to enrichment, says official

Iran will not abandon its right to uranium enrichment because of mounting frictions in the region, a senior Iranian official told Reuters on Thursday, adding that a "

Iran will not compromise on right to enrichment, says official
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US withdraws some diplomats and military families from Middle East amid Iran tensions

US withdraws some diplomats and military families from Middle East amid Iran tensions

US withdraws some diplomats and military families from Middle East amid Iran tensions
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April was a bad time for Britain’s economy. Trump’s tariffs are a big reason why

April was a bad time for Britain’s economy. Trump’s tariffs are a big reason why

April was a bad time for Britain’s economy. Trump’s tariffs are a big reason why
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Trump wants to 'liberate' Los Angeles, residents say 'no thanks'

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Trump wants to 'liberate' Los Angeles, residents say 'no thanks'
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Hegseth defends use of troops to protect immigration raids in Los Angeles

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is defending his decision to order National Guard troops to provide security during immigrations raids in Los Angeles

Hegseth defends use of troops to protect immigration raids in Los Angeles
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What are US troops doing in Los Angeles?

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What are US troops doing in Los Angeles?
Political|Travel|World

Trump's travel ban fuels despair and disgust with politics among Arab Americans in Michigan

Eight years after President Donald Trump's first travel ban largely targeted majority-Muslim countries, many Arab Americans say his new ban is motivated by bias

Trump's travel ban fuels despair and disgust with politics among Arab Americans in Michigan
Election|Political|World

Rand Paul attacks ‘immaturity’ of White House after rescinded picnic invitation, says he’s lost a ‘lot of respect’ for Trump

Rand Paul attacks ‘immaturity’ of White House after rescinded picnic invitation, says he’s lost a ‘lot of respect’ for Trump

Rand Paul attacks ‘immaturity’ of White House after rescinded picnic invitation, says he’s lost a ‘lot of respect’ for Trump
Business|Election|Finance|Political|Sports|World

David Hogg won’t run again after DNC votes to redo vice chair elections

David Hogg won’t run again after DNC votes to redo vice chair elections

David Hogg won’t run again after DNC votes to redo vice chair elections
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Oman confirms next round of US-Iran nuclear talks amid fears of regional risks

The sixth round of U.S.-Iran nuclear talks will be held on Sunday in Muscat, the Omani foreign minister said on Thursday, after U.S.

Oman confirms next round of US-Iran nuclear talks amid fears of regional risks
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In Armenia, rising ceasefire violations bring fears of war with Azerbaijan

Nightfall is an anxious time for residents of Khnatsakh.

In Armenia, rising ceasefire violations bring fears of war with Azerbaijan
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China affirms trade deal with US, says it always keeps its word

China on Thursday affirmed a trade deal announced by U.S. President Donald Trump, saying both sides needed to abide by the consensus and adding China always kept its word.

China affirms trade deal with US, says it always keeps its word
Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

IAEA board declares Iran in breach of non-proliferation obligations

The U.N. nuclear watchdog's 35-nation Board of Governors declared Iran in breach of its non-proliferation obligations on Thursday for the first time in almost 20

IAEA board declares Iran in breach of non-proliferation obligations
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Filipino families flee Northern Irish home after night of anti-immigrant violence

Michael Sancio, a resident of the Northern Irish town of Ballymena, said he was woken at midnight on Tuesday by masked men banging loudly on windows. 

Filipino families flee Northern Irish home after night of anti-immigrant violence
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Israel Knesset rejects vote on dissolving itself

Israel's parliament rejected early on Thursday a preliminary vote to dissolve itself, the Knesset said in a statement, after an agreement was reached regarding a

Israel Knesset rejects vote on dissolving itself
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Trump's mass deportations leave Democrats more ready to fight back

California Gov. Gavin Newsom looked straight into the camera and offered a stark moment for his Democratic Party

Trump's mass deportations leave Democrats more ready to fight back
Crime|Europe|Finance|Political|World

German defence minister visits Ukraine for talks on weapons support

German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius arrived in Kyiv on Thursday to discuss further weapons aid for Ukraine as efforts to end the three-year conflict with Russia faced headwinds

German defence minister visits Ukraine for talks on weapons support
Africa|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Europe|Lifestyle|MidEast|Political|World

UN refugee agency says more than 122 million people forcibly displaced worldwide

The U.N. refugee agency says the number of people forcible displaced by violence and persecution around the world has risen to more than 122 million, up by about 2 million from last year and a near-doubling over the last decade

UN refugee agency says more than 122 million people forcibly displaced worldwide
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Why 2 Chinese aircraft carriers are operating in the Pacific together for the first time

Japan this week confirmed that two Chinese aircraft carriers have operated together for the first time in the Pacific

Why 2 Chinese aircraft carriers are operating in the Pacific together for the first time
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Political|World

Bruce Springsteen's Berlin concert echoes with history and a stark warning

Veteran rock star Bruce Springsteen, a high-profile celebrity critic of President Donald Trump, slammed the U.S. administration as “corrupt, incompetent and treasonous” during a concert Wednesday in Berlin

Bruce Springsteen's Berlin concert echoes with history and a stark warning
Europe|Political|US|World

Rubio marks Russia Day, reaffirms calls for peace with Ukraine

The United States supports Russians' aspirations for a brighter future, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on the occasion of Russia Day, reaffirming a desire for constructive engagement

Rubio marks Russia Day, reaffirms calls for peace with Ukraine
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Political

Trump met with cheers, boos at Kennedy Center for 'Les Miserables' performance

A loud mix of boos and cheers greeted U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday when he attended his first production at the John F.

Trump met with cheers, boos at Kennedy Center for 'Les Miserables' performance
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Political

Troops begin detaining immigrants in national defense zone at border in escalation of military role

U.S. troops have begun directly detaining immigrants accused of trespassing on a recently designated national defense zone along the southern U.S. border

Troops begin detaining immigrants in national defense zone at border in escalation of military role
Health|Political|World

More than 55,000 Palestinians have been killed in the Israel-Hamas war, Gaza health officials say

The Gaza Health Ministry says the Palestinian death toll from the Israel-Hamas war has passed 55,000

More than 55,000 Palestinians have been killed in the Israel-Hamas war, Gaza health officials say
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World

US envoy plans to meet Iran's foreign minister on Sunday, US official says

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US envoy plans to meet Iran's foreign minister on Sunday, US official says
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The Latest: Los Angeles police have made nearly 400 arrests and detentions since Saturday

The Los Angeles Police Department has made nearly 400 arrests and detentions since Saturday in connection to immigration protests

The Latest: Los Angeles police have made nearly 400 arrests and detentions since Saturday
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian attacks kill 3 and wound 64 as drones hit Kharkiv and other parts of Ukraine

Russian forces have launched a large-scale drone assault across Ukraine, where officials said three people were killed and 64 others wounded

Russian attacks kill 3 and wound 64 as drones hit Kharkiv and other parts of Ukraine
Europe|Political|World

Denmark approves US military bases on Danish soil as Trump eyes Greenland

Denmark’s Parliament has approved a bill to allow the United States to have military bases on Danish soil, a move that comes as U.S. President Donald Trump seeks to take control of the kingdom’s semi-autonomous territory of Greenland

Denmark approves US military bases on Danish soil as Trump eyes Greenland
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Australia confident US will proceed with Biden-era submarine pact after review

Australia's Defence Minister Richard Marles said on Thursday he was confident the AUKUS submarine pact with the U.S. and

Australia confident US will proceed with Biden-era submarine pact after review
Asia|Political|World

South Korea halts propaganda broadcasts along border with rival North in a move to ease tensions

South Korea’s military has shut down loudspeakers broadcasting anti-North Korean propaganda along the inter-Korean border

South Korea halts propaganda broadcasts along border with rival North in a move to ease tensions
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US Army to curtail VIP flights around Pentagon after fatal collision

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US Army to curtail VIP flights around Pentagon after fatal collision
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Lawyers for man mistakenly deported from US say he should be freed while DOJ pursues new charges

Lawyers for Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was mistakenly deported to El Salvador in March and returned on Friday, said their client should be set free while the

Lawyers for man mistakenly deported from US say he should be freed while DOJ pursues new charges
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump is receptive to contacts with North Korean leader, White House says

President Donald Trump would welcome communications with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un after having had friendly relations with Kim during his first term, the White House said

Trump is receptive to contacts with North Korean leader, White House says
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Federal judge blocks Trump administration from continuing to detain Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil

Federal judge blocks Trump administration from continuing to detain Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil

Federal judge blocks Trump administration from continuing to detain Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil
Business|Economy|Political|World

US Senate rejects bids to block arms sales to Qatar, UAE

The U.S. Senate on Wednesday blocked resolutions that would have halted more than $3 billion in military sales to the governments of Qatar and the United Arab Emirates.

US Senate rejects bids to block arms sales to Qatar, UAE
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Thai ruling party grapples with border crisis, thorny court case amid bleak economy

Thailand's ruling party, besieged by a faltering economy and a border crisis, faces more uncertainty this week as the Supreme Court

Thai ruling party grapples with border crisis, thorny court case amid bleak economy
Business|Political|US|World

New Russian ambassador tells Trump he will work to restore relations

The new Russian ambassador to the United States, Alexander Darchiev, pledged to work to fully restore relations with Washington as he formally presented his credentials to President Donald

New Russian ambassador tells Trump he will work to restore relations
Crime|Education|Political|World

US foreign policy no basis to detain Columbia protester Khalil, judge rules

The Trump administration cannot use U.S. foreign policy interests to justify its detention of Columbia University student and pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil, a judge ruled

US foreign policy no basis to detain Columbia protester Khalil, judge rules
Crime|Health|Political|World

Israeli fire kills 60 in Gaza, many near aid site, medics say

Israeli gunfire and airstrikes killed at least 60 Palestinians in Gaza on Wednesday, most of them near an aid site operated by the U.S- and Israeli-backed Gaza

Israeli fire kills 60 in Gaza, many near aid site, medics say
Education|Election|Environment|Political|US|World

David Hogg won't try to keep his DNC role amid dispute over Democratic primaries

David Hogg says he will not fight to hold onto his leadership role in the Democratic National Committee

David Hogg won't try to keep his DNC role amid dispute over Democratic primaries
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

The Latest: US orders nonessential staff to leave Baghdad Embassy as Iran tensions rise

The United States is reducing the number of people deemed nonessential to operations in the Middle East, the State Department has announced

The Latest: US orders nonessential staff to leave Baghdad Embassy as Iran tensions rise
Political|World

North Korea will always stand with Russia, leader Kim tells Putin

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said in a message to Russian President Vladimir Putin that his country will always stand with Moscow, state media reported on Thursday.

North Korea will always stand with Russia, leader Kim tells Putin
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Zelenskiy says Russia seeks to disrupt Ukraine, Moldova, southeastern Europe

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Wednesday Russia was determined to sow chaos in and destroy the south of his country as well as nearby Moldova and Romania,

Zelenskiy says Russia seeks to disrupt Ukraine, Moldova, southeastern Europe
Environment|Health|Political|Science|US

US CDC restores jobs for 450 laid-off employees

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US CDC restores jobs for 450 laid-off employees
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Colombia's Petro threatens labor reform by referendum as congressional deadline looms

Colombia's leftist President Gustavo Petro on Wednesday signed a decree to hold a referendum on labor reforms, an attempt to force the Senate to vote on a proposal on the matter

Colombia's Petro threatens labor reform by referendum as congressional deadline looms
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US reduces the presence of staffers not deemed essential in the Middle East as tensions rise

The United States is drawing down the presence of staffers who are not deemed essential to operations in the Middle East and their loved ones due to the potential for regional unrest

US reduces the presence of staffers not deemed essential in the Middle East as tensions rise
Crime|Economy|Political|World

About 500 National Guard troops in LA are trained to accompany agents on immigration raids

About 500 of the National Guard troops deployed to the Los Angeles protests have been trained to accompany agents on immigration operations, the commander in charge said Wednesday

About 500 National Guard troops in LA are trained to accompany agents on immigration raids
Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

Trump to sign resolution reversing California’s ban on gas-powered cars

Trump to sign resolution reversing California’s ban on gas-powered cars

Trump to sign resolution reversing California’s ban on gas-powered cars
Business|Political|Science|Technology|Travel

Trump’s pick to lead FAA grilled by senators over air traffic control system, safety at Reagan National Airport

Trump’s pick to lead FAA grilled by senators over air traffic control system, safety at Reagan National Airport

Trump’s pick to lead FAA grilled by senators over air traffic control system, safety at Reagan National Airport
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An Omaha food plant owner says he followed the rules for hiring immigrants. It was raided anyway.

The owner of an Omaha food packaging company says his business has been unfairly hamstrung by Tuesday's raid carried out by federal immigration officials

An Omaha food plant owner says he followed the rules for hiring immigrants. It was raided anyway.
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Vance made a brief trip to Montana to speak to Rupert and Lachlan Murdoch, AP sources say

Vice President JD Vance has made a brief trip to Montana to meet with media mogul Rupert Murdoch, his son Lachlan and a group of other Fox News executives

Vance made a brief trip to Montana to speak to Rupert and Lachlan Murdoch, AP sources say
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Senate rejects effort to block arms sales over Trump's dealings with Qatar and UAE

Senate Republicans have blocked an effort by Democrats to temporarily block arms sales to Qatar and the United Arab Emirates in response to President Donald Trump’s dealings in the region

Senate rejects effort to block arms sales over Trump's dealings with Qatar and UAE
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

Tennessee sues US Education Department over grants for Hispanic-serving colleges

Tennessee's Republican attorney general and the group behind the U.S.

Tennessee sues US Education Department over grants for Hispanic-serving colleges
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine brings home bodies of 1,212 soldiers killed in war with Russia

Ukraine has brought home the bodies of 1,212 soldiers killed in the war with Russia, the Kyiv officials responsible for exchanging prisoners of war said on Wednesday.

Ukraine brings home bodies of 1,212 soldiers killed in war with Russia
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A bid for bail by former New Jersey US Sen. Menendez is rejected by appeals court as prison looms

A bid for bail by former U.S. Sen. Robert Menendez while he appeals his bribery conviction was rejected by a federal appeals court

A bid for bail by former New Jersey US Sen. Menendez is rejected by appeals court as prison looms
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Trump administration reviewing Biden-era submarine pact with Australia, UK

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Trump administration reviewing Biden-era submarine pact with Australia, UK
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Oklahoma court clears the way for execution of a man convicted in a Tulsa woman's killing

An Oklahoma appeals court has ordered a stay of execution for a man on death row to be lifted, clearing the way for him to receive a lethal injection

Oklahoma court clears the way for execution of a man convicted in a Tulsa woman's killing
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Putin says special attention should be paid to nuclear triad in Russia's new arms programme

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday that special attention in the country's new arms programme should be paid to the nuclear triad - land-based, sea-based and aircraft

Putin says special attention should be paid to nuclear triad in Russia's new arms programme
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British and Spanish PMs agree Gibraltar deal unlocks 'huge opportunity'

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, in a phone call with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, agreed that a deal on the status of Gibraltar unlocked the opportunity for both

British and Spanish PMs agree Gibraltar deal unlocks 'huge opportunity'
Business|Crime|Environment|Political|Technology

US transportation chief backs independent audit into DC airspace

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US transportation chief backs independent audit into DC airspace
Americas|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Argentina ban on former president Kirchner reshapes political landscape

Argentina's supreme court has effectively banned former president Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner from government, a move that poses both a challenge and an

Argentina ban on former president Kirchner reshapes political landscape
Americas|Environment|Political|US|World

Newsom calls out Trump for 'theatrics' in Los Angeles

In his address to Californians Tuesday evening, California Governor Gavin Newsom thanked protesters who took to the streets of Los Angeles peacefully after a series of immigration raids last week. He blamed President Donald Trump for escalating tensions by deploying the National Guard and US Marines.

Newsom calls out Trump for 'theatrics' in Los Angeles
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Trump's FAA administrator pick questioned about safety and pilot training standards at hearing

President Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Federal Aviation Administration pledged to ensure safety and upgrade the nation's outdated air traffic control system if confirmed

Trump's FAA administrator pick questioned about safety and pilot training standards at hearing
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‘Come and help us’: Milwaukee parents fire back at Trump administration for denying federal aid amid lead crisis in schools

‘Come and help us’: Milwaukee parents fire back at Trump administration for denying federal aid amid lead crisis in schools

‘Come and help us’: Milwaukee parents fire back at Trump administration for denying federal aid amid lead crisis in schools
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Is the Trump-Musk spat really over? Judging from Wall Street trading, it's a fragile peace

The world’s most powerful politician and its richest businessman stepped back from their war of words Wednesday, but it’s unclear if the peace will hold

Is the Trump-Musk spat really over? Judging from Wall Street trading, it's a fragile peace
Election|Political|US

Trump, pizza and helicopters: A guide to the New Jersey governor's race

Getting to know the candidates in New Jersey’s race for governor may offer insights about the national mood on President Donald Trump’s agenda, as well as how voters are reacting to Democrats’ messaging

Trump, pizza and helicopters: A guide to the New Jersey governor's race
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US ocean imports plunged in May on 145% tariffs on China

Imports at several of the busiest U.S. seaports dropped sharply in May, after President Donald Trump's short-lived 145% tariffs on many goods from China stalled trade, according

US ocean imports plunged in May on 145% tariffs on China
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Consumer Reports urges Congress to drop electric vehicle tax proposal

An influential consumer organization on Wednesday urged Republican lawmakers to drop a plan to impose a proposed $250 annual fee on electric cars to pay for

Consumer Reports urges Congress to drop electric vehicle tax proposal
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Group tracking Russian abductions of Ukrainian children prepares to shut down following Trump admin funding cut

Group tracking Russian abductions of Ukrainian children prepares to shut down following Trump admin funding cut

Group tracking Russian abductions of Ukrainian children prepares to shut down following Trump admin funding cut
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Judge won't halt execution in South Carolina over lethal injection concerns

A federal judge doesn't plan to stop the execution of a South Carolina inmate in two days because the convicted man's lawyers didn’t have evidence of problems with the state’s lethal injection process

Judge won't halt execution in South Carolina over lethal injection concerns
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Argentine market traders cautiously cheer 'future without Cristina'

Argentine traders cheered on Wednesday a court's political ban on populist former President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner, a

Argentine market traders cautiously cheer 'future without Cristina'
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US Congress seeks to boost Navy and Air Force fleets in 2026 bill

The House Appropriations Committee's Defense subcommittee released its draft bill for fiscal-year 2026 late on Tuesday, which aims to buy one additional F-35 jet

US Congress seeks to boost Navy and Air Force fleets in 2026 bill
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Musk called Trump Monday night before expressing regret for harshest criticism of the president

Musk called Trump Monday night before expressing regret for harshest criticism of the president

Musk called Trump Monday night before expressing regret for harshest criticism of the president
Business|Environment|Political|US

Trump can revoke national monument designations, Justice Department says

Trump can revoke national monument designations, Justice Department says

Trump can revoke national monument designations, Justice Department says
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Mandatory military service for Israel's ultra-Orthodox tests Netanyahu's rule

Israeli Prime Minster Benjamin Netanyahu faces the greatest test to his rule since Oct. 7, 2023

Mandatory military service for Israel's ultra-Orthodox tests Netanyahu's rule
MidEast|Political|US|World

US slams UN conference on Israel-Palestinian issue, warns of consequences

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US slams UN conference on Israel-Palestinian issue, warns of consequences
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As Trump’s ‘two week’ deadline for Russia expires, he faces a series of unresolved foreign conflicts

As Trump’s ‘two week’ deadline for Russia expires, he faces a series of unresolved foreign conflicts

As Trump’s ‘two week’ deadline for Russia expires, he faces a series of unresolved foreign conflicts
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Neighbor follows bus of detainees to DHS after federal raid; officials can't provide their whereabouts

Neighbor follows bus of detainees to DHS after federal raid; officials can't provide their whereabouts

Neighbor follows bus of detainees to DHS after federal raid; officials can't provide their whereabouts
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Professor of government has theory why Musk expressed ‘regret’

Elon Musk said Wednesday that he regrets some of his recent social media posts about President Donald Trump. Professor of government at the University of Essex Natasha Lindstaedt joins CNN Early Start to weigh in.

Professor of government has theory why Musk expressed ‘regret’
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Brazil to spare individual tax breaks in fiscal package, sources say

Brazil's Finance Ministry does not plan on targeting income tax benefits for individuals in a broad reform of tax breaks to shore up public

Brazil to spare individual tax breaks in fiscal package, sources say
Europe|Political|World

Poland may introduce partial controls on German border in summer, PM says

Poland is likely to introduce partial controls on its border with Germany in the summer if the number of migrant crossings continues to grow, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk told

Poland may introduce partial controls on German border in summer, PM says
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Lutnick says US tariff levels on China won't change

U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said on Wednesday that the 55% tariffs imposed by the United States on China will not change after a trade deal was struck between the two countries.

Lutnick says US tariff levels on China won't change
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China's embassy in UK accuses NATO of 'smearing and scapegoating'

China firmly opposes NATO's "smearing and scapegoating" of China, its embassy in Britain said on Wednesday in response to remarks NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte made about

China's embassy in UK accuses NATO of 'smearing and scapegoating'
Crime|Political|US|World

Troops in Los Angeles can detain but not arrest individuals, military official says

U.S. military troops deployed to Los Angeles are allowed to temporarily detain individuals until law enforcement agents arrive to arrest them, a senior U.S. military official

Troops in Los Angeles can detain but not arrest individuals, military official says
Crime|Political|US

Troop deployment to Los Angeles about maintaining law and order, Pentagon chief says

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Troop deployment to Los Angeles about maintaining law and order, Pentagon chief says
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Bessent says Republican tax bill will reclaim US corporate tax sovereignty

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Bessent says Republican tax bill will reclaim US corporate tax sovereignty
Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology

Trump's FAA nominee vows to hold Boeing 'accountable'

President Donald Trump's nominee to head the Federal Aviation Administration vowed on Wednesday to hold Boeing accountable after a series of safety issues

Trump's FAA nominee vows to hold Boeing 'accountable'
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Health, defence and schools: UK's Reeves sets out spending plans

British finance minister Rachel Reeves set out her plans to divide up more than 2 trillion pounds ($2.7 trillion) of public spending on Wednesday in a speech she hopes will foster a

Health, defence and schools: UK's Reeves sets out spending plans
Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Political

'So difficult to prevent': Investigation underway after police shoot, kill man they say had a spear

'So difficult to prevent': Investigation underway after police shoot, kill man they say had a spear

'So difficult to prevent': Investigation underway after police shoot, kill man they say had a spear
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

Federal appeals court wrestles with Trump effort to fight hush money conviction

Federal appeals court wrestles with Trump effort to fight hush money conviction

Federal appeals court wrestles with Trump effort to fight hush money conviction
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Kenya's Ruto says blogger died at hands of police, shifting official account

Kenyan President William Ruto said on Wednesday that a blogger arrested last week had died "at the hands of the police", reversing official accounts of his death in the latest case

Kenya's Ruto says blogger died at hands of police, shifting official account
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Trump says Fed should lower rates by 'one full point'

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Trump says Fed should lower rates by 'one full point'
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Netanyahu's government faces possible collapse as the opposition seeks to dissolve parliament

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government faces a major test after the opposition submitted a bill Wednesday to dissolve parliament

Netanyahu's government faces possible collapse as the opposition seeks to dissolve parliament
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Russian court orders house arrest of politician it says discredited the Russian army

A court in Pskov said on Wednesday it had ruled that opposition politician Lev Shlosberg be placed under house arrest for two months and face unspecified restrictions on his

Russian court orders house arrest of politician it says discredited the Russian army
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UBS finance chief voices disappointment over Swiss capital rules

UBS finance chief Todd Tuckner voiced his disappointment on Wednesday over proposed new Swiss capital regulations, which he said was the beginning of a possibly long process that the

UBS finance chief voices disappointment over Swiss capital rules
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Trump tells Netanyahu to end Gaza war and stop Iran threats, source says, as US ramps up pressure on Israel

Trump tells Netanyahu to end Gaza war and stop Iran threats, source says, as US ramps up pressure on Israel

Trump tells Netanyahu to end Gaza war and stop Iran threats, source says, as US ramps up pressure on Israel
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Colombian senator Uribe shows signs of improvement after shooting

Colombian Senator Miguel Uribe remains in a critical condition after being shot in Bogota on Saturday, but has shown signs of neurological improvement, the

Colombian senator Uribe shows signs of improvement after shooting
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More than 1,000 people protest Trump and ICE immigration policies, then march through downtown Milwaukee

More than 1,000 people protest Trump and ICE immigration policies, then march through downtown Milwaukee

More than 1,000 people protest Trump and ICE immigration policies, then march through downtown Milwaukee
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Protesters gather as Detroit high school student faces deportation

Protesters gather as Detroit high school student faces deportation

Protesters gather as Detroit high school student faces deportation
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US House speaker Johnson will travel to Israel June 22

U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson will travel to Israel to address the parliament on June 22, he said on Wednesday.

US House speaker Johnson will travel to Israel June 22
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Bosnia partners with EU to strengthen border security

Bosnia and Herzegovina on Wednesday signed an agreement with the European Union providing for technical assistance and deployment of EU guards on its borders to control and prevent

Bosnia partners with EU to strengthen border security
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Pro-Israel rabbi and Trump-linked pastor visit Syria, say peace is possible

Peace between Syria and Israel is "very possible", a Trump-linked evangelical Christian pastor said after he and a pro-Israel American rabbi held talks this week

Pro-Israel rabbi and Trump-linked pastor visit Syria, say peace is possible
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UK government department budgets to rise by 2.3% a year, Reeves says

British finance minister Rachel Reeves said the government's departmental budgets will grow by 2.3% a year in real terms, as she laid out her plans to divide up more than 2 trillion

UK government department budgets to rise by 2.3% a year, Reeves says
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How your air conditioner can help the power grid, rather than overloading it

Rather than feeling guilty about cooling down in extreme heat, homeowners could boost power reliability and lay a welcome mat for more renewables.

How your air conditioner can help the power grid, rather than overloading it
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Police seek answers as Austria mourns victims of one of the worst shootings in its history

Police seek answers as Austria mourns victims of one of the worst shootings in its history

Police seek answers as Austria mourns victims of one of the worst shootings in its history
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Trump hails favorable federal appeals court ruling on his sweeping tariff policy as a 'great' win

President Donald Trump is hailing a favorable decision by a federal appeals court over his sweeping tariff policy as a “great” win for the United States

Trump hails favorable federal appeals court ruling on his sweeping tariff policy as a 'great' win
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Russia says improving ties with US will take time

Talks between Russia and the United States aimed at improving ties and removing "irritants" in their relationship are not expected to yield quick results, the Kremlin said on

Russia says improving ties with US will take time
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Trump says he is less confident about Iran nuclear deal

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Trump says he is less confident about Iran nuclear deal
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Prosecutors in Philippine VP's impeachment say trial must proceed

Philippine prosecutors said on Wednesday there was no stopping the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, expressing bemusement at why the

Prosecutors in Philippine VP's impeachment say trial must proceed
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Russia sentences Navalny ally in absentia to 18 years in prison

Russian dissident and Kremlin critic Leonid Volkov, a prominent ally of late opposition leader Alexei Navalny, was sentenced in absentia on Wednesday to 18 years in prison.

Russia sentences Navalny ally in absentia to 18 years in prison
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Elon Musk says he regrets some of his social media posts about Trump

Elon Musk says he regrets some of his social media posts about Trump

Elon Musk says he regrets some of his social media posts about Trump
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Sudanese army retreats from Libyan border after alleging Haftar attack

The Sudanese army retreated from the Libya-Egypt-Sudan border triangle area, it said on Wednesday, a day after it accused forces loyal to eastern Libyan military commander Khalifa

Sudanese army retreats from Libyan border after alleging Haftar attack
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Kremlin confirms Russia is ready to help remove excess nuclear material from Iran

The Kremlin confirmed on Wednesday that Russia was ready to help remove excess nuclear material from Iran if the United States and Tehran deemed such assistance useful.

Kremlin confirms Russia is ready to help remove excess nuclear material from Iran
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Pope Leo XIV names first Chinese bishop, signalling he is continuing Vatican's controversial accord

Pope Leo XIV has made his first appointment of a Chinese bishop

Pope Leo XIV names first Chinese bishop, signalling he is continuing Vatican's controversial accord
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Iran threatens to strike US bases in region if military conflict arises

If nuclear negotiations fail and conflict arises with the United States, Iran will strike American bases in the region, Defence Minister Aziz Nasirzadeh said on Wednesday, days ahead

Iran threatens to strike US bases in region if military conflict arises
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Trans rights are under attack. These trans elders say they ‘aren’t afraid’

Trans rights are under attack. These trans elders say they ‘aren’t afraid’

Trans rights are under attack. These trans elders say they ‘aren’t afraid’
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CFPB enforcement lead resigns, slams ‘attack’ on core mission in departure email

CFPB enforcement lead resigns, slams ‘attack’ on core mission in departure email

CFPB enforcement lead resigns, slams ‘attack’ on core mission in departure email
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Slovakia cannot support new EU sanctions against Russia without energy solutions, PM Fico says

Slovakia will not back the EU's 18th package of sanctions against Russia unless the European Commission provides a solution to the situation the country faces if the bloc phases out Russian

Slovakia cannot support new EU sanctions against Russia without energy solutions, PM Fico says
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China, Africa ask US to return to 'right track' on trade differences

China and 53 African countries called on nations, especially the United States, to return to the "right track" of resolving trade differences, the official Xinhua news agency

China, Africa ask US to return to 'right track' on trade differences
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Macron to push for ban on social media for under-15s after school stabbing

French President Emmanuel Macron said he would push for European Union regulation to ban social media for children under the age of 15 after a fatal stabbing at a school in eastern

Macron to push for ban on social media for under-15s after school stabbing
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Japan remains cautious on tariff impact in June econ report

Japan's government reiterated its warning on the risks from U.S. tariffs on economic growth, saying in a monthly report on Wednesday that the potential impact on corporate profits

Japan remains cautious on tariff impact in June econ report
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South Korean military suspends loudspeaker broadcasts aimed at North Korea

South Korea's military said on Wednesday it had suspended loudspeaker broadcasts near the border targeting North Korea, nearly a year after resuming the propaganda and K

South Korean military suspends loudspeaker broadcasts aimed at North Korea
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South Korea to revamp tax scheme to boost dividends as part of stock market reform

South Korean President Lee Jae-myung said on Wednesday the government was preparing to revamp the country's tax system to boost dividend payouts, as part of a broader push to make the

South Korea to revamp tax scheme to boost dividends as part of stock market reform
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Record number of people displaced by violence in Haiti, UN agency says

A record 1.3 million people have been forced to leave their homes in Haiti due to a surge in armed violence in the last six months, according to the UN agency for migration.

Record number of people displaced by violence in Haiti, UN agency says
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Polish government wins confidence vote after presidential election blow

Poland's pro-European coalition government won a vote of confidence on Wednesday, an outcome that Prime Minister Donald Tusk hopes will give his

Polish government wins confidence vote after presidential election blow
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Russia hits Ukraine's Kharkiv with deadly nighttime barrage of drones

A concentrated, nine-minute-long Russian drone attack on Ukraine's second-largest city of Kharkiv on Wednesday killed six people and injured 64, including nine children,

Russia hits Ukraine's Kharkiv with deadly nighttime barrage of drones
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Tusk's government survives vote of confidence in Poland as he bids to reassert control

Prime Minister Donald Tusk’s government has survived a vote of confidence in the Polish parliament

Tusk's government survives vote of confidence in Poland as he bids to reassert control
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Los Angeles-area mayors demand that Trump administration stop stepped-up immigration raids

Dozens of mayors from across the Los Angeles region banded together to demand that the Trump administration stop the stepped-up immigration raids that have spread fear across their cities and sparked protests across the U.S. They also called on President Donald Trump to pull back from using troops alongside immigration agents during the raids

Los Angeles-area mayors demand that Trump administration stop stepped-up immigration raids
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US Marines arrive in LA; California governor warns 'democracy under assault'

Hundreds of U.S.

US Marines arrive in LA; California governor warns 'democracy under assault'
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Trump says he plans to phase out FEMA after 2025 hurricane season

Trump says he plans to phase out FEMA after 2025 hurricane season

Trump says he plans to phase out FEMA after 2025 hurricane season
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US immigration officials raid meat production plant in Omaha, dozens detained

An immigration raid on Tuesday at a meat production plant in Omaha, Nebraska was the "largest worksite enforcement operation" in the state

US immigration officials raid meat production plant in Omaha, dozens detained
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ICE protests nationwide come as agency scrambles to meet Trump’s immigration arrest quotas

ICE protests nationwide come as agency scrambles to meet Trump’s immigration arrest quotas

ICE protests nationwide come as agency scrambles to meet Trump’s immigration arrest quotas
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Trump’s tariffs can remain in place for now, but appeals court fast tracks a summer resolution

Trump’s tariffs can remain in place for now, but appeals court fast tracks a summer resolution

Trump’s tariffs can remain in place for now, but appeals court fast tracks a summer resolution
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California governor says 'democracy is under assault' by Trump as feds intervene in LA protests

California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom says the federal military intervention in Los Angeles marks the onset of a much broader effort by President Donald Trump to overturn political and cultural norms at the heart of the nation’s democracy

California governor says 'democracy is under assault' by Trump as feds intervene in LA protests
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Federal appeals court hears arguments in Trump’s bid to erase hush money conviction

President Donald Trump's lawyers are fighting to erase the New York hush money criminal conviction that punctuated his reelection campaign last year and made him the first former — and now current — U.S. president found guilty of a crime

Federal appeals court hears arguments in Trump’s bid to erase hush money conviction
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Protests over immigration raids pop up across the US with more planned

Protests over federal immigration enforcement raids and President Donald Trump’s move to mobilize the National Guard and Marines to Los Angeles are spreading nationwide and are expected to continue into the weekend

Protests over immigration raids pop up across the US with more planned
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The US and China say they have agreed on a framework to resolve their trade disputes

Chinese state media say that the U.S. and China have agreed in principle on a framework to carry out an agreement they reached on resolving their trade disputes last month

The US and China say they have agreed on a framework to resolve their trade disputes
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Los Angeles leaders impose curfew as protests against Trump's immigration crackdown continue

California Gov. Gavin Newsom said President Donald Trump is “pulling a military dragnet” across Los Angeles during a brief public address on Tuesday

Los Angeles leaders impose curfew as protests against Trump's immigration crackdown continue