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Today: February 04, 2026

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Taiwan plans extra $40 billion in defence spending to counter China

Taiwan will introduce a $40-billion supplementary defence budget to underscore its determination to defend itself in the face of a rising threat from

Taiwan plans extra $40 billion in defence spending to counter China
Crime|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Woman with family ties to White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt arrested by ICE

Woman with family ties to White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt arrested by ICE

Woman with family ties to White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt arrested by ICE
Crime|Political|World

Brazil's former President Jair Bolsonaro begins 27-year prison sentence for coup attempt

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has started his 27-year prison sentence for leading a coup attempt

Brazil's former President Jair Bolsonaro begins 27-year prison sentence for coup attempt
Crime|Political|US|World

Hegseth focuses on potential punishments for Sen. Kelly in confrontation over ‘illegal orders’ video

Hegseth focuses on potential punishments for Sen. Kelly in confrontation over ‘illegal orders’ video

Hegseth focuses on potential punishments for Sen. Kelly in confrontation over ‘illegal orders’ video
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

US envoy coached Putin aide on how Russian leader should pitch Trump on Ukraine peace plan

President Donald Trump’s chief interlocutor with the Russian government last month advised a senior aide to Vladimir Putin on how the Russian leader should go about pitching the U.S. president on a Ukraine peace plan

US envoy coached Putin aide on how Russian leader should pitch Trump on Ukraine peace plan
Crime|Political|US

How a Pentagon investigation may help Sen. Kelly's political future

The Pentagon said Monday that it is investigating Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly, a retired US Navy captain, in light of “serious allegations of misconduct” the department has received against him, and could even recall him to active duty to face a court martial or administrative punishment. CNN's Kasie Hunt explains how the investigation could raise Kelly's standing amongst Democrats.

How a Pentagon investigation may help Sen. Kelly's political future
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Could the latest Ukraine talks actually end the war? Here’s what to know

Could the latest Ukraine talks actually end the war? Here’s what to know

Could the latest Ukraine talks actually end the war? Here’s what to know
Arts|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Food|Health|Lifestyle|Political

SNAP funds reach widow days before Thanksgiving

SNAP funds reach widow days before Thanksgiving

SNAP funds reach widow days before Thanksgiving
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

A look at Kirill Dmitriev, the Russian envoy who helped craft the new Ukraine peace proposal

Kirill Dmitriev has emerged as a key player in drafting a new proposal to end Moscow’s war in Ukraine

A look at Kirill Dmitriev, the Russian envoy who helped craft the new Ukraine peace proposal
Asia|Political|World

China warns it will 'crush' foreign efforts to interfere over Taiwan

China warned on Wednesday it would "crush" any foreign attempts to interfere over Taiwan, after Japan announced plans to deploy missiles on an island near democratically-governed

China warns it will 'crush' foreign efforts to interfere over Taiwan
Crime|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Russian drones injure 19, cause extensive damage in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia

Russian forces staged a mass drone attack on the southeastern Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia late on Tuesday, triggering fires, injuring 19 people and badly damaging buildings and vehicles,

Russian drones injure 19, cause extensive damage in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia
Political|US|World

Erika Kirk says Turning Point’s efforts to support Vance in 2028 are ‘in the works’

Erika Kirk says Turning Point’s efforts to support Vance in 2028 are ‘in the works’

Erika Kirk says Turning Point’s efforts to support Vance in 2028 are ‘in the works’
Americas|Political|World

Cuba accuses US of seeking violent overthrow of Venezuelan government

Cuba on Tuesday accused the U.S. of seeking a violent overthrow of the Venezuelan government, calling the increased presence of U.S. military forces in the region an "exaggerated and

Cuba accuses US of seeking violent overthrow of Venezuelan government
Crime|Political|US|World

US Justice Department plans gun rights office within civil rights unit

By David Hood-Nuño and Sarah N.

US Justice Department plans gun rights office within civil rights unit
Crime|Political|World

Mexico approves bill to prevent, punish extortion with up to 42 years in prison

Mexico's lower house of congress approved a bill on Tuesday to prevent, investigate and punish extortion with prison terms of up to 42 years. 

Mexico approves bill to prevent, punish extortion with up to 42 years in prison
Business|Political|US|World

Trump says he had 'great talk' with Japanese leader Takaichi

U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday said he had a "great talk" with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and expressed confidence that she would be a great leader.

Trump says he had 'great talk' with Japanese leader Takaichi
Health|Political

Trump says he does not want to extend Obamacare subsidies

President Donald Trump said on Friday he does not want to extend Obamacare subsidies after reports surfaced that he was preparing a health-policy framework to extend

Trump says he does not want to extend Obamacare subsidies
Arts|Crime|Political|US|World

How Gabbard's 'hunters' pounced on secret CIA warehouse for Kennedy files

The officials arrived at the secret CIA archival facility in the Washington area one morning in

How Gabbard's 'hunters' pounced on secret CIA warehouse for Kennedy files
Economy|Health|Political|US

Trump says would prefer not to extend Obamacare subsidies

President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he does not want to extend Obamacare subsidies but might consider such a move after a report said

Trump says would prefer not to extend Obamacare subsidies
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Zelenskiy says Ukraine ready to advance peace plan, will discuss disputed points with Trump

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Tuesday he was ready to advance a U.S.-backed framework for ending the war with Russia and

Zelenskiy says Ukraine ready to advance peace plan, will discuss disputed points with Trump
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump says China's Xi 'more or less agreed' to accelerate purchases of US goods

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Trump says China's Xi 'more or less agreed' to accelerate purchases of US goods
Business|Europe|Political|World

Trump says no firm deadline for Ukraine, Russia to reach peace deal

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Trump says no firm deadline for Ukraine, Russia to reach peace deal
Business|Economy|Political|World

China buys at least 10 US soybean cargoes in new deals after Trump-Xi call, sources say

China bought at least 10 cargoes of U.S. soybeans worth around $300 million in contracts signed since Tuesday, two traders with knowledge of

China buys at least 10 US soybean cargoes in new deals after Trump-Xi call, sources say
Asia|Crime|Political|World

South Korea special prosecutor seeks 15-year jail term for ex-PM Han on martial law charges

South Korea's special prosecutor on Wednesday sought a 15-year jail term for former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo on allegations he abetted ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol's

South Korea special prosecutor seeks 15-year jail term for ex-PM Han on martial law charges
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Putin says authorities must 'strengthen' Russian identity in Ukraine

Russian authorities must increase the number of people who identify as Russian and speak Russian in the parts of Ukraine incorporated into the country since Moscow's 2022 invasion,

Putin says authorities must 'strengthen' Russian identity in Ukraine
Health|Political|US|World

Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson leaves hospital after treatment for neurological disorder

The Rev. Jesse Jackson's family says that the civil rights leader has been released from a hospital where he was treated for a rare neurological disorder

Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson leaves hospital after treatment for neurological disorder
Economy|Europe|Political|World

US Army secretary takes unlikely role as key negotiator in push to end Russia-Ukraine war

U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has become a key negotiator in the Trump administration’s push to end the Russia-Ukraine war

US Army secretary takes unlikely role as key negotiator in push to end Russia-Ukraine war
Crime|Education|Political|US|World

DACA recipients are being arrested despite deportation protection

An organization is tracking the growing number of arrests among people with temporary deportation protection under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program

DACA recipients are being arrested despite deportation protection
Americas|Asia|Crime|Political|World

Rights groups slam Trump administration for ending Myanmar deportation protection as civil war rages

Rights groups have criticized the Trump administration's decision to end deportation protections for Myanmar citizens

Rights groups slam Trump administration for ending Myanmar deportation protection as civil war rages
Health|Political|Science|US

Louisiana surgeon general who stopped promoting vaccination will be second in command at CDC

Louisiana surgeon general who stopped promoting vaccination will be second in command at CDC

Louisiana surgeon general who stopped promoting vaccination will be second in command at CDC
Europe|Political|World

Trump says he's sending his envoys to see Putin and Ukrainians after fine-tuning plan to end war

President Donald Trump says his plan to end the war in Ukraine has been "fine-tuned."

Trump says he's sending his envoys to see Putin and Ukrainians after fine-tuning plan to end war
Crime|Education|Health|Political|World

Women march in Mexico City to protest gender violence

Hundreds of women have marched through Mexico City's streets to protest violence against women

Women march in Mexico City to protest gender violence
Asia|Crime|Political|World

India intensifies crackdown in disputed Kashmir after New Delhi bombing

Authorities have intensified a security crackdown in Indian-controlled Kashmir following a deadly blast near New Delhi's Red Fort

India intensifies crackdown in disputed Kashmir after New Delhi bombing
Business|Economy|Health|Political

Trump admin says drug price negotiations will save Medicare roughly $12 billion

Trump admin says drug price negotiations will save Medicare roughly $12 billion

Trump admin says drug price negotiations will save Medicare roughly $12 billion
Crime|Political|US|World

FACT FOCUS: Trump gets it wrong claiming no murders in DC for the last six months

In addition to pardoning two North Carolina turkeys at the annual White House ceremony, President Donald Trump discussed his crime-fighting efforts in Washington, D.C., claiming that it’s been six months since the city has seen a murder

FACT FOCUS: Trump gets it wrong claiming no murders in DC for the last six months
Crime|Political|World

Members of US-targeted Antifa group go on trial in Germany

Seven members of a left-wing group designated as a terrorist organisation by the U.S. government went on trial in Germany on Tuesday for charges including attempted murder

Members of US-targeted Antifa group go on trial in Germany
Africa|Political|World

Ugandan opposition says over 300 supporters detained in presidential campaign

Security forces in Uganda have detained more than 300 supporters and officials from the party of opposition presidential candidate Bobi Wine since campaigning for a January election

Ugandan opposition says over 300 supporters detained in presidential campaign
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|Technology|World

France and Germany step up pressure on arms firms to resolve fighter impasse

France and Germany are ratcheting up pressure on their industrial champions to rescue Europe's next-generation fighter

France and Germany step up pressure on arms firms to resolve fighter impasse
Economy|Europe|Political|World

UK to move with EU on Russian frozen assets, Starmer says

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Tuesday told a Coalition of the Willing meeting that London was "ready to move" with the European Union on providing financial support to

UK to move with EU on Russian frozen assets, Starmer says
MidEast|Political|World

Turkey, Egypt, Qatar discuss second phase of Gaza ceasefire deal, Turkish source says

Turkey's spy chief met with his Egyptian counterpart and Qatar's foreign minister in Cairo on Tuesday to discuss transitioning to the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire deal and

Turkey, Egypt, Qatar discuss second phase of Gaza ceasefire deal, Turkish source says
Americas|Economy|Election|Political|World

Brazil's Lula leads potential right-wing rivals ahead of 2026 vote, poll shows

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva leads all potential right-wing challengers for the 2026 election, while his approval ratings have climbed in recent months, a poll by

Brazil's Lula leads potential right-wing rivals ahead of 2026 vote, poll shows
Asia|Political|World

Japan fires back at 'unsubstantiated' Chinese letter to UN

Japan has dismissed a Chinese letter to the United Nations accusing Tokyo of threatening armed intervention over Taiwan as "inconsistent with the facts and unsubstantiated".

Japan fires back at 'unsubstantiated' Chinese letter to UN
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says Kyiv ready to move forward with peace plan

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Tuesday that Kyiv was ready to move forward with a U.S.-backed peace deal, and that he was prepared to discuss its sensitive points with U.S.

Zelenskiy says Kyiv ready to move forward with peace plan
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Syrian security forces use gunfire to disperse rival protests in Alawite heartland

Syrian security forces used gunfire on Tuesday to break up two rival groups of demonstrators in the coastal town of Latakia, heartland of the country's Alawite minority,

Syrian security forces use gunfire to disperse rival protests in Alawite heartland
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

UK government approves 4.1% rise in minimum wage for 2026

Britain's main minimum wage rate will rise by 4.1% to 12.71 pounds ($16.67) an hour next April to keep up with average pay, the government said on Tuesday, despite

UK government approves 4.1% rise in minimum wage for 2026
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Europeans told U.S. Rubio to maintain pressure on Russia, von der Leyen says

The leaders of the European countries supporting Ukraine, the so-called coalition of the willing, on Tuesday insisted to keep pressuring Russia with sanctions in a video call with

Europeans told U.S. Rubio to maintain pressure on Russia, von der Leyen says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Good chance Trump may unveil Fed pick by Christmas, Bessent says

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Tuesday he was concluding a second round of interviews later in the day for a new U.S.

Good chance Trump may unveil Fed pick by Christmas, Bessent says
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

What could Maduro offer Trump in potential talks? Oil

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has the flexibility and the incentive to offer crude oil cargoes, which the country mostly sells to China, as a bargaining

What could Maduro offer Trump in potential talks? Oil
Economy|Interview|Opinion|Political|World

Peace plan presented by the US to Ukraine reflects inexperienced, unrealistic handling of a delicate situation

In a war that’s lasted almost four years, a former diplomat says it’s not realistic to say, ‘In the next week, come up with a very complicated peace deal, sign off on it and it’s going to stick.’

Peace plan presented by the US to Ukraine reflects inexperienced, unrealistic handling of a delicate situation
Political|World

Trump administration plan to review Biden-era refugees sparks worry and uncertainty

The Trump administration’s plan to review all refugees admitted to the United States under the Biden administration is weighing heavily on people who could be affected by the evaluation and fueling uncertainty and worry among people who believed their status was secured

Trump administration plan to review Biden-era refugees sparks worry and uncertainty
Education|Opinion|Political|World

Pentagon investigation of Sen. Mark Kelly revives Cold War persecution of Americans with supposedly disloyal views

President Donald Trump and his supporters cast their domestic opponents as disloyal, traitorous or worse, rather than seeing dissent as part of democracy.

Pentagon investigation of Sen. Mark Kelly revives Cold War persecution of Americans with supposedly disloyal views
Europe|Political|World

'Coalition of the Willing' supports Trump's efforts to put an end to Ukraine war

Leaders of Britain, France and Germany, following their Coalition of the Willing meeting on Tuesday, expressed support for U.S.

'Coalition of the Willing' supports Trump's efforts to put an end to Ukraine war
Political|Travel|US|World

Pope Leo tells Americans to focus on gratitude this Thanksgiving

Pope Leo, the first U.S. leader of the Catholic Church, said on Tuesday that Americans should focus on gratitude to God as they pass the turkey on the annual holiday of

Pope Leo tells Americans to focus on gratitude this Thanksgiving
Political|US|World

In reversal, Indiana Republicans will weigh Trump's push for new congressional map

In a reversal, Indiana Republicans will meet in December to consider whether to heed President Donald Trump's demand for a new congressional district map favoring Republican

In reversal, Indiana Republicans will weigh Trump's push for new congressional map
Europe|Political|World

Ukrainian president's chief of staff expects US army secretary Driscoll in Kyiv

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's chief of staff, Andriy Yermak, said on Tuesday he spoke to U.S.

Ukrainian president's chief of staff expects US army secretary Driscoll in Kyiv
Crime|Political|US|World

FBI probes congressional Democrats who warned military about illegal orders

The FBI has requested interviews with six Democratic members of the U.S.

FBI probes congressional Democrats who warned military about illegal orders
Crime|Election|Political|US|World

Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser says she will not seek reelection

Washington, D.C., Mayor Muriel Bowser said on Tuesday that she will not seek reelection next year, setting the stage for the heavily Democratic city's first

Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser says she will not seek reelection
Africa|Political|World

Neither of Sudan's warring factions has accepted truce plan, Trump adviser says

The United States has presented Sudan's warring parties with a proposal for a truce but neither side has formally accepted it, U.S. envoy Massad Boulos said

Neither of Sudan's warring factions has accepted truce plan, Trump adviser says
Crime|Political|World

Ex-President Bolsonaro starts serving 27-year sentence for Brazil coup plot

Brazil's Supreme Court on Tuesday ordered former far-right President Jair Bolsonaro to begin a 27-year prison sentence for a coup plot

Ex-President Bolsonaro starts serving 27-year sentence for Brazil coup plot
Economy|Political|World

Japan PM highlights Trump bond after first talks since China clash

"Call me anytime" was the message Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said she received from U.S.

Japan PM highlights Trump bond after first talks since China clash
Political|US|World

DC Mayor Bowser, who walked a tightrope with Trump, won’t seek reelection

DC Mayor Bowser, who walked a tightrope with Trump, won’t seek reelection

DC Mayor Bowser, who walked a tightrope with Trump, won’t seek reelection
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Belarusian politician Mikola Statkevich returned to prison after refusing 'forced deportation'

Belarusian politician Mikola Statkevich, who was freed from prison in a U.S.-brokered deal but refused to leave his native country, has been returned to prison

Belarusian politician Mikola Statkevich returned to prison after refusing 'forced deportation'
Business|Economy|Health|Political|World

Health care plan circulated by the White House runs into familiar GOP divisions

A health care proposal circulated by the White House in recent days is running into Republican divisions on the issue

Health care plan circulated by the White House runs into familiar GOP divisions
Business|Economy|Political|World

Bolivia's new president plans to scrap taxes and borrow money to confront economic crisis

President Rodrigo Paz of Bolivia says he will scrap a ream of taxes in one of his first moves since becoming the nation’s first conservative leader in nearly two decades in a bid to rescue a crisis-stricken economy

Bolivia's new president plans to scrap taxes and borrow money to confront economic crisis
Business|Economy|Health|Political|US

The Latest: FBI seeks interviews with Democratic lawmakers who urged troops to defy illegal orders

Democratic lawmakers who appeared in a social media video urging U.S. troops to defy “illegal orders” say the FBI has contacted them to begin scheduling interviews, signaling a possible inquiry into the matter

The Latest: FBI seeks interviews with Democratic lawmakers who urged troops to defy illegal orders
Business|Crime|Economy|Health|Political

Federal Bureau of Prisons says falling concrete is forcing it to close a prison near Los Angeles

The federal Bureau of Prisons is shutting down its Terminal Island facility near Los Angeles over concerns about crumbling infrastructure, including falling concrete that threatens to knock out the facility’s heating system

Federal Bureau of Prisons says falling concrete is forcing it to close a prison near Los Angeles
Business|Crime|Political|World

Judge gives Justice Department a day to detail Ghislaine Maxwell trial materials to be released

A federal judge has given the Justice Department a day to say what materials it plans to make publicly available from the file it built to prosecute Ghislaine Maxwell in the sex trafficking case brought against her after financier Jeffrey Epstein died

Judge gives Justice Department a day to detail Ghislaine Maxwell trial materials to be released
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israel says it has received another set of human remains from militants in Gaza

Israel says it has received human remains that Palestinian militants handed over to the Red Cross, but it is not immediately clear if they are one of three hostages remaining in the Gaza Strip

Israel says it has received another set of human remains from militants in Gaza
Business|Economy|Political|World

Chinese 'right on schedule' for US soybean purchases, Bessent tells CNBC

Chinese purchases of American soybeans are "right on schedule", U.S.

Chinese 'right on schedule' for US soybean purchases, Bessent tells CNBC
Europe|Political|World

Italy's southern regional votes cast shadow on Meloni's 2027 prospects

Key wins for Italy's opposition in southern regional elections show cracks in the ruling conservative bloc's dominance, raising doubts over Prime

Italy's southern regional votes cast shadow on Meloni's 2027 prospects
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian barrage on Kyiv kills seven, disrupts energy supplies

Russia launched a new barrage of drones and missiles at the Ukrainian capital Kyiv on Tuesday, officials said, killing seven people, wounding 21,

Russian barrage on Kyiv kills seven, disrupts energy supplies
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Bolsonaro ordered to begin serving 27-year prison sentence for attempted coup

Bolsonaro ordered to begin serving 27-year prison sentence for attempted coup

Bolsonaro ordered to begin serving 27-year prison sentence for attempted coup
Crime|Political|US|World

US Justice Department stumbles in retribution campaign against Trump foes

Lindsey Halligan, a close ally of President Donald Trump, went before a grand jury in late September seeking criminal charges against a high-profile target:

US Justice Department stumbles in retribution campaign against Trump foes
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Health|Political|Stock Markets|US

US states sue to block Trump administration from restricting homelessness funding

A group of U.S. states filed a lawsuit on Tuesday seeking to block President Donald Trump's administration from placing new restrictions on more than $3 billion in grant

US states sue to block Trump administration from restricting homelessness funding
Business|Environment|Health|Political

EPA to provide $3 billion to US states to reduce lead in drinking water

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency said on Tuesday it would provide states with $3 billion in new funding to reduce lead in drinking water.

EPA to provide $3 billion to US states to reduce lead in drinking water
Business|Economy|Election|Environment|Finance|Political|World

UN kicks off process to elect next secretary-general

The process to elect the next United Nations secretary-general formally kicked off on Tuesday as member states were asked to nominate candidates to take over the role from

UN kicks off process to elect next secretary-general
Economy|Political|World

US military's Caine meets with Trinidad prime minister

A top U.S. military official on Tuesday met with Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar to reaffirm partnership and discuss priorities for regional security and stability

US military's Caine meets with Trinidad prime minister
Crime|Political|US|World

Prosecutors will retry man in death of Etan Patz, whose 1979 disappearance spotlighted missing kids

A notorious 1979 missing-child case will go to trial for a third time in New York City

Prosecutors will retry man in death of Etan Patz, whose 1979 disappearance spotlighted missing kids
Arts|Crime|Education|Environment|Political|World

For Wounded Knee descendants, the government’s decision on soldiers’ Medals of Honor leaves the painful legacy unsettled

For Wounded Knee descendants, the government’s decision on soldiers’ Medals of Honor leaves the painful legacy unsettled

For Wounded Knee descendants, the government’s decision on soldiers’ Medals of Honor leaves the painful legacy unsettled
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Top US military officials are visiting Caribbean leaders as Trump weighs next steps

Top U.S. military officials are meeting leaders of Caribbean nations this week as the Trump administration has escalated its firepower in the region as part of what it calls a campaign against drug trafficking

Top US military officials are visiting Caribbean leaders as Trump weighs next steps
Crime|Political|US

Democratic congressman's lawsuit claims Trump housing official abused post to target Trump critics

A federal lawsuit filed by U.S. Rep. Eric Swalwell accuses the Trump administration’s top housing regulator of abusing his position to misuse private mortgage records belonging to Swalwell and other Democratic critics of the Republican president

Democratic congressman's lawsuit claims Trump housing official abused post to target Trump critics
Africa|Crime|Education|Political|World

24 schoolgirls abducted from Kebbi in Nigeria have been rescued, president says

Nigeria's president says that all 24 schoolgirls held by assailants following a mass abduction last week from a school in Kebbi in northwestern Nigeria have been rescued

24 schoolgirls abducted from Kebbi in Nigeria have been rescued, president says
Crime|Political|US

FBI seeking to schedule interviews with Democratic lawmakers in controversial video

FBI seeking to schedule interviews with Democratic lawmakers in controversial video

FBI seeking to schedule interviews with Democratic lawmakers in controversial video
Environment|Health|Political

Trump EPA moves to abandon rule that sets tough standards for deadly soot pollution

The Trump administration is seeking to abandon a rule that sets tough standards for deadly soot pollution, arguing that the Biden administration did not have authority to set the tighter standard on pollution from tailpipes, smokestacks and other industrial sources

Trump EPA moves to abandon rule that sets tough standards for deadly soot pollution
Americas|Europe|Political|Sports|World

Cristiano Ronaldo set to avoid ban at World Cup after FIFA red-card verdict offers probation

Cristiano Ronaldo will likely avoid missing any Portugal games at the World Cup despite his red card in a qualifying game last week for elbowing an Ireland opponent

Cristiano Ronaldo set to avoid ban at World Cup after FIFA red-card verdict offers probation
Europe|Political|World

NATO must speed up work on eastern flank drone protection, Poland says

NATO must speed up work on strengthening the protection of its eastern flank from drones, Polish Defence Minister Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz said after Romania scrambled fighter jets

NATO must speed up work on eastern flank drone protection, Poland says
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|Political

Gov. Shapiro signs CROWN Act into law in Pennsylvania

Gov. Shapiro signs CROWN Act into law in Pennsylvania

Gov. Shapiro signs CROWN Act into law in Pennsylvania
Europe|Political|Sports|Travel|World

2026 World Cup draw can separate top-ranked Spain, Argentina, France and England until semifinals

The 2026 World Cup draw next week will reward the four highest-ranked teams who are Spain, Argentina, France and England with being placed in separate sections of a new tennis-style seeded tournament bracket

2026 World Cup draw can separate top-ranked Spain, Argentina, France and England until semifinals
Business|Economy|Political|World

Russia weighs how to prop up Russian Railways which is $51 billion in debt, sources say

Russia's government is discussing different ways to prop up Russian Railways, the country's biggest commercial employer, which has built up a 4 trillion rouble ($

Russia weighs how to prop up Russian Railways which is $51 billion in debt, sources say
Crime|Europe|Political|World

NATO scrambles jets after deepest drone breach yet into Romania

Romanian and German NATO fighter jets were scrambled on Tuesday near Romania's border with Ukraine to respond to a drone incursion that penetrated deeper than ever into Romanian

NATO scrambles jets after deepest drone breach yet into Romania
Political|US|World

How Trump’s ‘drone guy’ became central to the US effort to end the Ukraine war

How Trump’s ‘drone guy’ became central to the US effort to end the Ukraine war

How Trump’s ‘drone guy’ became central to the US effort to end the Ukraine war
Business|Europe|Political|World

EU court says same-sex marriages should be recognised throughout bloc

The EU's highest court ruled on Tuesday that same-sex marriages must be respected throughout the bloc and rebuked Poland for refusing to recognise a marriage between two of its citizens

EU court says same-sex marriages should be recognised throughout bloc
Entertainment|Food|Lifestyle|Political|US

In latest dishing out of pardons, Trump keeps Gobble and Waddle off the menu

In latest dishing out of pardons, Trump keeps Gobble and Waddle off the menu

In latest dishing out of pardons, Trump keeps Gobble and Waddle off the menu
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Consumer confidence slides as Americans grow wary of high costs and sluggish job gains

U.S. consumers were much less confident in the economy in November in the aftermath of the government shutdown and amid weak hiring and stubborn inflation

Consumer confidence slides as Americans grow wary of high costs and sluggish job gains
Business|Crime|Education|Health|Political

Mother demands action after a student lit her daughter's hair on fire at school

Mother demands action after a student lit her daughter's hair on fire at school

Mother demands action after a student lit her daughter's hair on fire at school
Environment|MidEast|Political|World

'Everything is soaked': Winter rains in Gaza bring new misery for Palestinians

Children and families in Gaza are scooping muddy water from their tents and trying to protect the few belongings that remain after two years of war

'Everything is soaked': Winter rains in Gaza bring new misery for Palestinians
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

U.S. Sen. Jim Justice of West Virginia agrees to pay nearly $5.2M in overdue personal taxes

U.S. Sen. Jim Justice of West Virginia has agreed to pay nearly $5.2 million in overdue personal taxes

U.S. Sen. Jim Justice of West Virginia agrees to pay nearly $5.2M in overdue personal taxes
Asia|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Pakistan denies Afghanistan's claims of airstrikes killing 10 people, mostly children

Afghanistan’s Taliban government has accused Pakistan of launching overnight strikes in three eastern provinces, killing 10 civilians

Pakistan denies Afghanistan's claims of airstrikes killing 10 people, mostly children
Business|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump administration moves to reinterview refugees admitted to US under Biden

Trump administration moves to reinterview refugees admitted to US under Biden

Trump administration moves to reinterview refugees admitted to US under Biden
Education|Political|US|World

House launches investigation into alleged antisemitism in public school districts in Virginia, Pennsylvania and California

House launches investigation into alleged antisemitism in public school districts in Virginia, Pennsylvania and California

House launches investigation into alleged antisemitism in public school districts in Virginia, Pennsylvania and California
Arts|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|Political

New owner to open Mississippi barn where Emmett Till was killed as a memorial site

The new owner of the Mississippi barn where 14-year-old Emmett Till was tortured and killed is to be opened as a memorial site by 2030

New owner to open Mississippi barn where Emmett Till was killed as a memorial site
Europe|Political|World

Sweden wants long-range weapon systems able to strike inside Russia

Sweden's military wants long-range cruise missiles able to strike targets deep inside other countries, a deterrent which the defence minister said on Tuesday was

Sweden wants long-range weapon systems able to strike inside Russia
Europe|Political|World

Reform UK's Farage says he 'never directly racially abused anybody' after school charges

Nigel Farage, the leader of Britain's anti-immigration Reform UK party, has said he has "never directly racially abused anybody", after a report alleging he made antisemitic remarks

Reform UK's Farage says he 'never directly racially abused anybody' after school charges
Crime|Interview|Opinion|Political

Why MAGA is so concerned with Epstein − and why the files are unlikely to dent loyalty to Trump

President Donald Trump’s base has supported him through countless controversies. But they split from him over the release of the Epstein files. Why does MAGA care so much about this issue?

Why MAGA is so concerned with Epstein − and why the files are unlikely to dent loyalty to Trump
Africa|Crime|Political|World

‘Oh my God, this is our Tanzania’: CNN investigation shows police fatally shooting protesters, signs of mass graves

‘Oh my God, this is our Tanzania’: CNN investigation shows police fatally shooting protesters, signs of mass graves

‘Oh my God, this is our Tanzania’: CNN investigation shows police fatally shooting protesters, signs of mass graves
Crime|Political|World

ICC prosecutors say suspected Central African Republic militia leader oversaw prison abuse

Prosecutors at the International Criminal Court told judges on Tuesday that a suspected Seleka militia leader in the Central African Republic had complete control over a prison 

ICC prosecutors say suspected Central African Republic militia leader oversaw prison abuse
Business|Crime|Political|Science|Technology|World

Russian hackers target US engineering firm because of work done for Ukrainian sister city

Hackers working for Russian intelligence attacked an American engineering company this fall, seemingly because that firm had worked for a U.S. municipality with a sister city in Ukraine

Russian hackers target US engineering firm because of work done for Ukrainian sister city
Crime|Political|US

Judge sentences Joshua Rocha to death by lethal injection in shooting of NKC officer Daniel Vasquez

Judge sentences Joshua Rocha to death by lethal injection in shooting of NKC officer Daniel Vasquez

Judge sentences Joshua Rocha to death by lethal injection in shooting of NKC officer Daniel Vasquez
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political

‘Like a pawn in a game’: 13 months without representation in a Texas congressional district

‘Like a pawn in a game’: 13 months without representation in a Texas congressional district

‘Like a pawn in a game’: 13 months without representation in a Texas congressional district
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Trump's battle with the BBC could threaten its global reach

When the BBC launched an expansion into the U.S. in June, its head of news promised "trust at a time of dramatic global uncertainty".

Trump's battle with the BBC could threaten its global reach
Europe|Political|World

Russia launches deadly strikes in Kyiv as peace talks continue in Abu Dhabi

Russia launches deadly strikes in Kyiv as peace talks continue in Abu Dhabi

Russia launches deadly strikes in Kyiv as peace talks continue in Abu Dhabi
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

EU needs new approach to spending to boost growth, ECB's Sleijpen says

The European Union needs to revamp how it spends money to revive growth, curbing state aid and redirecting funds towards "public goods" that will be critical for future growth, Dutch

EU needs new approach to spending to boost growth, ECB's Sleijpen says
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

ECB policy 'in a good place' despite small inflation worries, policymakers say

European Central Bank policy is in a "good place" the Dutch and Irish central bank governors said on Tuesday, repeating the bank's long-standing mantra that has kept expectations for

ECB policy 'in a good place' despite small inflation worries, policymakers say
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

UAE's Gargash welcomes US efforts to end Sudan war, condemns atrocities

Anwar Gargash, the diplomatic adviser to the United Arab Emirates' president, said on Tuesday the UAE welcomed U.S. efforts to end war in Sudan and condemned "atrocities"

UAE's Gargash welcomes US efforts to end Sudan war, condemns atrocities
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli strikes have killed at least 127 civilians in Lebanon since ceasefire, UN says

The U.N. human rights office said on Tuesday that at least 127 civilians had been killed in Lebanon in strikes by the Israel military since a ceasefire nearly a year ago, and called

Israeli strikes have killed at least 127 civilians in Lebanon since ceasefire, UN says
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump’s gas price discount has disappeared

Trump’s gas price discount has disappeared

Trump’s gas price discount has disappeared
Europe|Political|Travel|World

Germany's foreign minister to visit China before year's end after postponed trip

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul plans to visit China before the end of this year, he said at a policy forum in Berlin on Tuesday, after postponing a planned October trip at

Germany's foreign minister to visit China before year's end after postponed trip
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

China pledges fresh Tonga investment as debt repayment looms

China's President Xi Jinping pledged fresh investment in Tonga when he met King Tupou VI of the South Pacific island nation in Beijing on Tuesday, as the

China pledges fresh Tonga investment as debt repayment looms
Business|Economy|Political|World

Britain's unpopular government prepares a high-stakes budget and hopes for growth

Britain’s Labour Party government is set to deliver a high-stakes budget aimed at fixing public finances and boosting economic growth

Britain's unpopular government prepares a high-stakes budget and hopes for growth
Asia|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Why are tensions flaring again between Afghanistan and Pakistan?

Tensions flared between Afghanistan and Pakistan on Tuesday as the Taliban accused Pakistani forces of air strikes in eastern Afghanistan, which killed 9 children

Why are tensions flaring again between Afghanistan and Pakistan?
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

Taiwan says 'no information' on cooperation with South Korea on US chip tariffs

Taiwan Premier Cho Jung-tai said on Tuesday he had "no information" about any cooperation with South Korea on U.S.

Taiwan says 'no information' on cooperation with South Korea on US chip tariffs
Europe|MidEast|Political|Travel|World

From Paul VI to Leo XIV: A history of the pope's overseas tours

Pope Leo will embark on his first trip outside Italy on Thursday, travelling to Turkey and Lebanon.

From Paul VI to Leo XIV: A history of the pope's overseas tours
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

South Korea ruling party to propose bill for US investment under tariff deal, report says

South Korea's ruling Democratic Party will propose a bill this week that would facilitate the country's investment in the U.S. under a deal that cuts tariffs on the country's exports,

South Korea ruling party to propose bill for US investment under tariff deal, report says
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

French President Macron says Trump's Ukraine peace plan needs improvement

U.S. President Donald Trump's peace plan needs improvement to make it acceptable for Ukraine and Europe, French President Emmanuel Macron told RTL radio on Tuesday.

French President Macron says Trump's Ukraine peace plan needs improvement
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Sudan's RSF paramilitary says it will enter into ceasefire

The head of Sudan's Rapid Support Forces said late on Monday that his paramilitaries would immediately enter into a three-month humanitarian truce, after U.S.

Sudan's RSF paramilitary says it will enter into ceasefire
MidEast|Political|World

Gaza truce progress slow as Israeli-Hamas violence persists

Israeli forces killed three Palestinians in Gaza near the line demarcating areas of Israeli control on Monday, underlining the

Gaza truce progress slow as Israeli-Hamas violence persists
Asia|Political|World

'Return' to China not an option for Taiwan's people, premier says responding to Xi

Taiwan Premier Cho Jung-tai said on Tuesday that a "return" to China is not an option for the island's 23 million people, after Chinese President Xi Jinping pressed

'Return' to China not an option for Taiwan's people, premier says responding to Xi
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Hong Kong leader backs China's policy on Japan in first remarks on dispute

Hong Kong's leader John Lee said on Monday his government supported China's diplomatic policy towards Japan and the financial hub would closely monitor the situation and respond

Hong Kong leader backs China's policy on Japan in first remarks on dispute
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Top US military adviser visits Caribbean as Trump ramps up pressure on Venezuela

The United States' top military officer is visiting American troops in Puerto Rico and on a Navy warship in the region

Top US military adviser visits Caribbean as Trump ramps up pressure on Venezuela
Americas|Crime|Political|World

US labels Maduro-tied Cartel de los Soles as a terror organization. It's not a cartel per se

President Donald Trump’s administration has increased pressure on Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by designating the Cartel de los Soles as a foreign terrorist organization

US labels Maduro-tied Cartel de los Soles as a terror organization. It's not a cartel per se
Americas|Crime|Environment|Political|US

Judge seeks settlement in 'Alligator Alcatraz' civil rights lawsuit

A federal judge in Florida wants civil rights attorneys and lawyers for the U.S. and Florida to hammer out a settlement in a lawsuit over whether detainees at an immigration center in the Everglades are getting adequate access to attorneys

Judge seeks settlement in 'Alligator Alcatraz' civil rights lawsuit
Africa|Political|World

Sudan's top general rejects US-led ceasefire proposal, calling it 'the worst yet'

Sudan’s top general has rejected a ceasefire proposal from U_S_-led mediators, calling it “the worst yet.”

Sudan's top general rejects US-led ceasefire proposal, calling it 'the worst yet'
Celebrity|Election|Political|Sports

Former Lakers star Rick Fox enters Bahamian politics

Three-time NBA champion Rick Fox on Monday said he will run for a seat in the Bahamas' House

Former Lakers star Rick Fox enters Bahamian politics
Business|Economy|Political|World

Japan unveils its version of DOGE aimed at cutting wasteful spending

Japan on Tuesday launched a scheme aimed at cutting wasteful government spending by reviewing existing subsidy projects and investment funds, a move the administration

Japan unveils its version of DOGE aimed at cutting wasteful spending
Health|Political|US|World

US civil rights leader Jesse Jackson released from Chicago hospital, family says

U.S. civil rights leader Jesse Jackson was released on Monday from a Chicago hospital where he had been receiving medical care for at least 12 days, according to

US civil rights leader Jesse Jackson released from Chicago hospital, family says
Business|Education|Entertainment|Political|Technology|World

News from outside disappears in North Korea

Decades-long efforts to provide uncensored foreign news into North Korea are facing setbacks now

News from outside disappears in North Korea
Crime|Political|US|World

Pentagon says it might recall Sen. Mark Kelly to military service for court martial over ‘illegal orders’ video

Pentagon says it might recall Sen. Mark Kelly to military service for court martial over ‘illegal orders’ video

Pentagon says it might recall Sen. Mark Kelly to military service for court martial over ‘illegal orders’ video
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US ends temporary status for Myanmar nationals, cites upcoming elections as 'progress'

The Trump administration said on Monday it is ending temporary legal status for citizens of Myanmar in the United States, arguing they can safely return to the war

US ends temporary status for Myanmar nationals, cites upcoming elections as 'progress'
Arts|Business|Political|World

AP and Trump administration argue access case before federal appeals court; no ruling yet

The Associated Press and the Trump administration renewed their argument over a president’s ability to limit media access to journalists he disagrees with

AP and Trump administration argue access case before federal appeals court; no ruling yet
Economy|Health|Political

Republicans balk at Trump’s health care proposal before it’s even released

Republicans balk at Trump’s health care proposal before it’s even released

Republicans balk at Trump’s health care proposal before it’s even released
Health|Political|US

Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson released from the hospital after treatment in the ICU

Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson released from the hospital after treatment in the ICU

Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson released from the hospital after treatment in the ICU
Australia|Political|World

Australian far-right senator wears burqa to parliament, sparking outrage

Australian far-right Senator Pauline Hanson wore a burqa to Parliament on Monday as a political prop in her

Australian far-right senator wears burqa to parliament, sparking outrage
Political|World

Trump administration plans to review refugees admitted under Biden, memo obtained by The AP says

The Trump administration plans to review all refugees admitted during the Biden years, according to a memo obtained by The Associated Press

Trump administration plans to review refugees admitted under Biden, memo obtained by The AP says
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New X feature exposes foreign pro-MAGA accounts

New X feature exposes foreign pro-MAGA accounts

New X feature exposes foreign pro-MAGA accounts
Crime|Political|US|World

US judge tosses cases against ex-FBI chief Comey, New York AG James

By Sarah N.

US judge tosses cases against ex-FBI chief Comey, New York AG James
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Myanmar state television broadcasts army crackdown on scam centers

Myanmar’s military government has begun broadcasting extensive video on state television of its crackdown on online scam centers

Myanmar state television broadcasts army crackdown on scam centers
Election|Political|US

Former US Sen. Doug Jones announces run for Alabama governor

Former U.S. Sen. Doug Jones has announced his candidacy for governor of Alabama in 2026

Former US Sen. Doug Jones announces run for Alabama governor
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump begins process of labeling Muslim Brotherhood chapters as terrorist

U.S.

Trump begins process of labeling Muslim Brotherhood chapters as terrorist
Business|Political|Science|Technology

Trump aims to boost AI innovation, build platform to harness government data

U.S.

Trump aims to boost AI innovation, build platform to harness government data