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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
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

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
Business|Finance|Political|US|World

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
Business|Political|Technology|World

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
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Political

Thousands of arrests by Trump's crime-fighting task force in Memphis strain crowded jail and courts

A task force ordered by President Donald Trump to combat crime in Memphis, Tennessee, has made thousands of arrests

Thousands of arrests by Trump's crime-fighting task force in Memphis strain crowded jail and courts
Economy|Education|Election|Environment|Political

New survey finds rising pessimism among US Hispanics

As the first year of President Donald Trump's second term comes to a close, two new polls from the Pew Research Center find that Hispanic adults are increasingly unhappy with the way his administration is handling the economy and immigration, issues that were key for voters during last year’s election

New survey finds rising pessimism among US Hispanics
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Science|Technology

Trump’s new executive order brings together Big Tech, academics and the government on AI research

Trump’s new executive order brings together Big Tech, academics and the government on AI research

Trump’s new executive order brings together Big Tech, academics and the government on AI research
Business|Economy|Political|World

Canada's top diplomat says Ottawa is working fast to advance India trade deal

Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand says Canada and India will move quickly to get a trade deal after two years of strained relations

Canada's top diplomat says Ottawa is working fast to advance India trade deal
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Marjorie Taylor Greene's resignation shocked some in Georgia who say she could've won without Trump

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's decision to resign from the House after publicly disagreeing with former President Donald Trump has surprised some in Georgia

Marjorie Taylor Greene's resignation shocked some in Georgia who say she could've won without Trump
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

DOJ drops immigration-related restrictions for states' domestic violence services

The U.S.

DOJ drops immigration-related restrictions for states' domestic violence services
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

Most US Latinos feel their situation is worse under Trump, Pew poll finds

A majority of U.S.

Most US Latinos feel their situation is worse under Trump, Pew poll finds
Africa|Americas|Asia|Education|Europe|MidEast|Opinion|Political|US|World

Nick Fuentes is a master of exploiting the current social media opportunities for extremism

In 1946, young men in khaki shirts marched through Atlanta performing Nazi salutes and promising racial vengeance. They lasted 10 months. Today’s fascists aren’t as easily banished.

Nick Fuentes is a master of exploiting the current social media opportunities for extremism
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Trump administration orders review of Biden-era refugees, memo shows

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Trump administration orders review of Biden-era refugees, memo shows
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She lost her son to gun violence. Now she’s part of a movement credited with Baltimore’s crime drop

She lost her son to gun violence. Now she’s part of a movement credited with Baltimore’s crime drop

She lost her son to gun violence. Now she’s part of a movement credited with Baltimore’s crime drop
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Federal judge dismisses indictments against Letitia James and James Comey, saying Lindsey Halligan appointment was unlawful

Federal judge dismisses indictments against Letitia James and James Comey, saying Lindsey Halligan appointment was unlawful

Federal judge dismisses indictments against Letitia James and James Comey, saying Lindsey Halligan appointment was unlawful
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Justice Department renews bid to unseal Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell grand jury materials

The Justice Department has renewed its request to unseal transcripts of grand jury proceedings that led to sex trafficking charges against Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell

Justice Department renews bid to unseal Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell grand jury materials
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Trump touts 'extremely strong' China relations after call with Xi

President Donald Trump touted relations with China as "extremely strong" on Monday following a call with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, who told Trump that

Trump touts 'extremely strong' China relations after call with Xi
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US and Kyiv discuss reworked plan to end war in Ukraine

U.S. and Ukrainian officials sought to narrow the gaps between them on Monday over a plan to end the war in Ukraine, after

US and Kyiv discuss reworked plan to end war in Ukraine
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Trump says he will visit Beijing in April and host China’s Xi for a state visit later next year

President Donald Trump says he will visit Beijing in April and host China’s President Xi Jinping for a state visit later next year

Trump says he will visit Beijing in April and host China’s Xi for a state visit later next year
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Keisha Lance Bottoms aims to be first Atlanta mayor to become Georgia governor

Keisha Lance Bottoms is bidding to become the first former Atlanta mayor to be elected governor of Georgia

Keisha Lance Bottoms aims to be first Atlanta mayor to become Georgia governor
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In Geneva, US and Ukraine officials report progress on ending Russia's war but offer few specifics

Top U.S. and Ukrainian officials say they've made progress toward ending the Russia-Ukraine war

In Geneva, US and Ukraine officials report progress on ending Russia's war but offer few specifics
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Disputed Gaza aid distributor backed by US and Israel ends operations

The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, the U.S.- and Israeli-backed organisation to distribute aid in Gaza, said on Monday it was ending its operations after months of criticism over

Disputed Gaza aid distributor backed by US and Israel ends operations
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German family-business association lifts ban on contacts with far-right AfD

Germany’s association of family-owned companies has lifted its ban on contacts with AfD lawmakers, signalling the far-right party’s growing acceptability in parts of the business

German family-business association lifts ban on contacts with far-right AfD
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Americans waiting for Obamacare subsidies delay or drop health insurance

Officials from several U.S. states say Americans relying on subsidies to afford Obamacare health insurance are holding off on enrolling as they face 2026 premium

Americans waiting for Obamacare subsidies delay or drop health insurance
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Guinea-Bissau challenger, incumbent both claim victory in presidential vote

Fernando Dias, widely seen as the leading challenger in Guinea-Bissau's presidential election, and President Umaro Sissoco Embalo's camp both declared victory on Monday before the

Guinea-Bissau challenger, incumbent both claim victory in presidential vote
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Iran's foreign minister to hold talks in Paris on Nov. 26, French foreign ministry says

France's Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot will hold talks with his Iranian counterpart in Paris on November 26 to discuss bilateral and regional issues as well as Iran's contested

Iran's foreign minister to hold talks in Paris on Nov. 26, French foreign ministry says
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US labels another Venezuelan group as terrorist, ramping up pressure

The United States on Monday formally designated Venezuela's Cartel de los Soles as a foreign terrorist organization, layering additional terrorism-related

US labels another Venezuelan group as terrorist, ramping up pressure
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Officials say progress made on amending US peace plan for Ukraine

Officials say progress was made in urgent weekend talks on amending the U.S. peace proposal for Ukraine that many saw as favoring Russia

Officials say progress made on amending US peace plan for Ukraine
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Controversial Gaza Humanitarian Foundation to close aid effort

Controversial Gaza Humanitarian Foundation to close aid effort

Controversial Gaza Humanitarian Foundation to close aid effort
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Priest accused of attacking woman after argument during donation drop-off at church, records show

Priest accused of attacking woman after argument during donation drop-off at church, records show

Priest accused of attacking woman after argument during donation drop-off at church, records show
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Zelenskiy says Ukraine is grateful for efforts by US, Trump

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Sunday that Ukraine was grateful to the United States and to President Donald Trump for all U.S. efforts aimed at helping Kyiv.

Zelenskiy says Ukraine is grateful for efforts by US, Trump
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Turkish parliamentary delegation meets jailed PKK leader Ocalan

A delegation from a Turkish parliamentary commission overseeing the disarmament of the outlawed Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) militant group paid their first visit to its jailed

Turkish parliamentary delegation meets jailed PKK leader Ocalan
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Trump pledge to 'immediately' end protections for Minnesota Somalis sparks fear and legal questions

President Donald Trump has pledged to end temporary legal protections for Somalis in Minnesota, sparking fear in the state's immigrant community

Trump pledge to 'immediately' end protections for Minnesota Somalis sparks fear and legal questions
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White House postpones expected unveiling of new health care cost proposal

White House postpones expected unveiling of new health care cost proposal

White House postpones expected unveiling of new health care cost proposal
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Melania Trump welcomes Christmas tree to the White House

First lady Melania Trump has welcomed this year's Christmas tree to the White House

Melania Trump welcomes Christmas tree to the White House
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US lawmakers probe FAA grant delays over aircraft mechanic shortage before Thanksgiving

A U.S. government delay on funding a grant program risks worsening a shortage of aircraft mechanics at a time when the country's aging aviation

US lawmakers probe FAA grant delays over aircraft mechanic shortage before Thanksgiving
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Italian regional votes show no sign of opposition breakthrough

Italy's leftist opposition and ruling parties held their ground in regional votes, provisional results showed on Monday, wrapping up a round of races in 2025 that saw

Italian regional votes show no sign of opposition breakthrough
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US government to shed 317,000 workers this year, Trump's HR chief says

The Trump administration will shed about 317,000 employees this year, its human resources chief said, a higher figure than previously estimated.

US government to shed 317,000 workers this year, Trump's HR chief says
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Trump touts 'very good' call with China's Xi

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Trump touts 'very good' call with China's Xi
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US senators say Trump has failed to prevent Russian LNG from helping fund war in Ukraine

Four Democratic U.S. senators

US senators say Trump has failed to prevent Russian LNG from helping fund war in Ukraine
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White House holiday festivities get underway despite ballroom construction

White House holiday festivities get underway despite ballroom construction

White House holiday festivities get underway despite ballroom construction
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Fact check: 78 times Zelensky has expressed gratitude to the US

Fact check: 78 times Zelensky has expressed gratitude to the US

Fact check: 78 times Zelensky has expressed gratitude to the US
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Fed's Waller says he met with Treasury Secretary 10 days ago about Fed chair position, Fox Business reports

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Fed's Waller says he met with Treasury Secretary 10 days ago about Fed chair position, Fox Business reports
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Things to know about the growing pressures facing Zelenskyy during a crucial week of diplomacy

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy faces a crucial week of diplomacy, testing his ability to stand his ground while demonstrating to the United States that he is willing to compromise

Things to know about the growing pressures facing Zelenskyy during a crucial week of diplomacy
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Poland's foreign minister summons Israeli ambassador over Yad Vashem post

Polish Foreign Minister Radek Sikorski has summoned the Israeli ambassador over a post by Yad Vashem

Poland's foreign minister summons Israeli ambassador over Yad Vashem post
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UK PM Starmer says more work needed for 'just and lasting peace' in Ukraine

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Monday there was more work to do to establish a "just and lasting peace" in Ukraine, but progress was being made.

UK PM Starmer says more work needed for 'just and lasting peace' in Ukraine
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Brazil top court votes to keep Bolsonaro in police custody

A four-judge panel of Brazil's Supreme Court voted unanimously on Monday to keep former President Jair Bolsonaro in police custody after Justice Alexandre de Moraes ordered his

Brazil top court votes to keep Bolsonaro in police custody
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G20 declaration in defiance of US marks rare victory for multilateralism

Born of crisis but torn by years of tensions among its members, the Group of 20 major economies scored a rare victory this weekend for

G20 declaration in defiance of US marks rare victory for multilateralism
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Trump weighing advanced Nvidia chip sales to China, Bloomberg News reports

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Trump weighing advanced Nvidia chip sales to China, Bloomberg News reports
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EU vows to keep supporting Ukraine with cash and weapons as peace talks continue

European Council President Antonio Costa pledged on Monday that the European Union will keep on supporting Ukraine, as he hailed "new momentum" in peace negotiations to end the war

EU vows to keep supporting Ukraine with cash and weapons as peace talks continue
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DOGE 'doesn't exist' with eight months left on its charter

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DOGE 'doesn't exist' with eight months left on its charter
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Kremlin says European counter-proposal for Ukraine peace does not work for Russia

The Kremlin on Monday said that a European counter-proposal to a U.S. 28-point peace plan for Ukraine was not constructive and that it simply did not work for Moscow.

Kremlin says European counter-proposal for Ukraine peace does not work for Russia
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Ukraine peace plan darkens the mood across a war-torn nation

A proposed peace plan for Ukraine led by the United States has been met with anguish by many Ukrainians, who fear a post-war amnesty for Russian forces would erase accountability for alleged atrocities

Ukraine peace plan darkens the mood across a war-torn nation
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What Robert F. Kennedy Jr. didn’t tell you about ‘Operation Northwoods,’ the false flag operation he loves to denounce

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s accounts of the notorious false flag operations proposed during the Kennedy years omit the most important part of the story. Hint: It’s a family affair.

What Robert F. Kennedy Jr. didn’t tell you about ‘Operation Northwoods,’ the false flag operation he loves to denounce
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ICE agents mistakenly detain high school intern

Video shows ICE agents detaining a 16-year-old intern outside a Rhode Island courthouse after mistaking him for a “child predator” they were searching for.

ICE agents mistakenly detain high school intern
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French PM pressures lawmakers to pass 2026 budget despite parliament tensions

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu put pressure on lawmakers on Monday to pass the 2026 budget by the end of the year after the deeply divided lower house of parliament rejected

French PM pressures lawmakers to pass 2026 budget despite parliament tensions
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Trump seizes control of Republicans' 2026 election strategy with his presidency on the line

President Donald Trump isn't on the ballot in next November's midterm elections, but he’s plunging into them with his own presidency

Trump seizes control of Republicans' 2026 election strategy with his presidency on the line
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UK employers tell Reeves to make 'hard choices' on budget

The head of a British employers group urged finance minister Rachel Reeves on Monday to make "hard choices" in this week's budget and accused

UK employers tell Reeves to make 'hard choices' on budget
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Zelenskiy says Kyiv working with US, other partners on peace proposals

Ukraine will continue to work with partners including the U.S. on peace proposals, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Monday, the second day of talks in Switzerland after Washington

Zelenskiy says Kyiv working with US, other partners on peace proposals
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North, South Korea in 'very dangerous' standoff, Yonhap quotes Lee saying

North and South Korea are in a "very dangerous situation" where an accidental clash is possible any time and it was crucial for Seoul to engage Pyongyang in dialogue, South Korean

North, South Korea in 'very dangerous' standoff, Yonhap quotes Lee saying
Africa|Election|Political|World

Gambia takes in Cameroon opposition leader after election-linked protests

Gambia said it was temporarily hosting Cameroonian opposition leader Issa Tchiroma Bakary on humanitarian grounds following a contested presidential election in Cameroon last month

Gambia takes in Cameroon opposition leader after election-linked protests
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Kremlin says it will wait to see how talks between US and Ukraine on a potential peace plan pan out

The Kremlin said on Monday that it would wait to see how talks between the United States and Ukraine on a potential peace plan pan out, and would not be commenting on media reports

Kremlin says it will wait to see how talks between US and Ukraine on a potential peace plan pan out
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Israel says it killed a senior Hezbollah official in its first strike on Beirut in months

Israel has struck Lebanon’s capital for the first time since June, saying it killed Hezbollah’s chief of staff and warning the Iran-backed militant group not to rearm and rebuild

Israel says it killed a senior Hezbollah official in its first strike on Beirut in months
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US touts ‘productive’ talks with Ukraine after Trump slams Ukrainian leadership

US touts ‘productive’ talks with Ukraine after Trump slams Ukrainian leadership

US touts ‘productive’ talks with Ukraine after Trump slams Ukrainian leadership
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Lethal smog is back in the world’s most polluted capital. Residents have had enough

Lethal smog is back in the world’s most polluted capital. Residents have had enough

Lethal smog is back in the world’s most polluted capital. Residents have had enough
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Britain is one of the world’s richest countries. So why do a third of its children live in poverty?

Britain is one of the world’s richest countries. So why do a third of its children live in poverty?

Britain is one of the world’s richest countries. So why do a third of its children live in poverty?
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Justice Department again asks judge to unseal Epstein grand jury testimony after Congress passes law

Justice Department again asks judge to unseal Epstein grand jury testimony after Congress passes law

Justice Department again asks judge to unseal Epstein grand jury testimony after Congress passes law
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Inside the room: What happened during Trump and Mamdani’s meeting

Inside the room: What happened during Trump and Mamdani’s meeting

Inside the room: What happened during Trump and Mamdani’s meeting
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Suicide bombers strike security force headquarters in northwestern Pakistan, killing 3 officers

Police say two suicide bombers and a gunman have attacked the headquarters of a security force in northwestern Pakistan, killing at least three officers and wounding 11 others

Suicide bombers strike security force headquarters in northwestern Pakistan, killing 3 officers
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UK's fiscal watchdog will downgrade growth forecasts, Sky News says

Britain's fiscal watchdog will downgrade its economic growth forecasts for 2026 and for the remaining years of the current parliament alongside finance minister Rachel Reeves' budget

UK's fiscal watchdog will downgrade growth forecasts, Sky News says
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Spain's chief prosecutor quits after leak verdict

Spain's chief prosecutor said on Monday he was resigning after the Supreme Court last week found him guilty of leaking confidential information in a case involving a leading

Spain's chief prosecutor quits after leak verdict
MidEast|Political|World

Israel kills Hezbollah military leader in Beirut strike

Israel killed militant group Hezbollah's top military official in an airstrike on a southern suburb of Beirut on Sunday, the Israeli military said, despite a U.S.-brokered

Israel kills Hezbollah military leader in Beirut strike
Europe|Political|World

United EU position is key to 'good outcome' from Ukraine peace moves, EU's Costa says

A united and coordinated European Union position is key to ensuring a "good outcome" from talks on ending the war in Ukraine, European Council President Antonio Costa said on

United EU position is key to 'good outcome' from Ukraine peace moves, EU's Costa says
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Young street musicians jailed for singing anti-Kremlin songs have fled Russia, media report

Two young street musicians who were jailed for more than a month in Russia for singing anti-Kremlin songs have left the country after being released from detention,

Young street musicians jailed for singing anti-Kremlin songs have fled Russia, media report
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Trump administration cannot expand rapid deportations, US appeals court rules

A federal appeals court on Saturday declined to clear the way for U.S.

Trump administration cannot expand rapid deportations, US appeals court rules
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Philippine president refuses to discuss family matters in public after sister's drug allegation

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has refused to respond to an allegation by his estranged sister that he has been a longtime drug addict whose cocaine dependence has undermined his governance

Philippine president refuses to discuss family matters in public after sister's drug allegation
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China pitches closer ties to Germany in strategic industries to ease rare earth strains

China pitched stronger ties in its highest‑level talks with Germany's new government as Beijing's top European trade partner seeks to smooth tensions over rare-earth

China pitches closer ties to Germany in strategic industries to ease rare earth strains
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Union asks judge to order Trump officials to fund US consumer watchdog

A federal employees' union on Sunday asked a federal judge to order the Trump administration to fund the top U.S. consumer watchdog, weeks after the agency said its cash could run out by

Union asks judge to order Trump officials to fund US consumer watchdog
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Israeli army chief fires, reprimands commanders for failures in October 7 attack

Israel's military chief on Sunday dismissed several senior military personnel and reprimanded others over their roles in the

Israeli army chief fires, reprimands commanders for failures in October 7 attack
Crime|Political|US|World

UK leader suggests former Prince Andrew should testify in US investigation into Jeffrey Epstein

Pressure is increasing for the former Prince Andrew to give evidence to a U.S. congressional committee investigating the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein after Britain’s prime minister suggested he should testify

UK leader suggests former Prince Andrew should testify in US investigation into Jeffrey Epstein
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South Korea's President Lee meets Chinese Premier, Japan PM at G20 summit

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung met with Chinese Premier Li Qiang and Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi during last weekend's Group of 20 summit in South Africa, Lee's office

South Korea's President Lee meets Chinese Premier, Japan PM at G20 summit
Crime|Election|Finance|Political|US

See Marjorie Taylor Greene's message announcing her upcoming resignation

Georgia GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene announced Friday that she will be resigning from office in January. She made the announcement in a post on social media just days after her public falling out with President Donald Trump.

See Marjorie Taylor Greene's message announcing her upcoming resignation
Africa|Crime|Political|World

What's behind Nigeria's latest school kidnappings, church attack?

Nigeria is under renewed global scrutiny after gunmen abducted more than 300 students from a Catholic school in the northwest, the second major

What's behind Nigeria's latest school kidnappings, church attack?
MidEast|Political|World

Israel says Hezbollah chief of staff killed in first strike on Beirut in months

Israel says Hezbollah chief of staff killed in first strike on Beirut in months

Israel says Hezbollah chief of staff killed in first strike on Beirut in months
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

South Africa judges G20 summit a triumph of multilateralism despite US no-show

South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Sunday that the declaration from this weekend's Group of 20 summit

South Africa judges G20 summit a triumph of multilateralism despite US no-show
Europe|Political|World

Separatist candidate wins presidential vote in Bosnia's Serb region

A close ally of Bosnia's Serb Republic separatist leader Milorad Dodik won a snap presidential election in a tight race with opposition

Separatist candidate wins presidential vote in Bosnia's Serb region
Europe|Political|World

Four killed in massive Russian drone attack on Kharkiv, officials say

Russian forces staged a "massive" drone attack on Sunday on Kharkiv, Ukraine's second-largest city, killing four people and injuring several others, officials said.

Four killed in massive Russian drone attack on Kharkiv, officials say
Crime|Health|Political|World

Hamas delegation meets Egypt spy chief, says Israeli 'breaches' threaten ceasefire

A senior Hamas delegation met Egypt's intelligence chief in Cairo on Sunday to discuss the ceasefire agreement and the situation in Gaza, the group said, as both Israel and

Hamas delegation meets Egypt spy chief, says Israeli 'breaches' threaten ceasefire
Crime|Health|Political|World

Bolsonaro says medications made him tamper with tracking device, triggering detention

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro on Sunday told a judge that medicine-induced paranoia and hallucination caused him to

Bolsonaro says medications made him tamper with tracking device, triggering detention
Asia|Political|World

Japan 'crossed a red line' with Taiwan military intervention remarks, Chinese foreign minister says

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi says Japan has "crossed a red line” with comments by the country's new leader suggesting a potential military intervention over Taiwan

Japan 'crossed a red line' with Taiwan military intervention remarks, Chinese foreign minister says
Asia|Economy|Political|World

China says Japan sent 'shocking' wrong signal on Taiwan

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi said it was "shocking" for Japan's leader to openly send a wrong signal concerning Taiwan, according to an official statement on Sunday, the

China says Japan sent 'shocking' wrong signal on Taiwan
Europe|Political|World

US, Ukraine say they have an 'updated and refined' peace framework, but questions remain

The United States and Ukraine said they had created an "updated and refined peace framework" to end the war with Russia that apparently modified

US, Ukraine say they have an 'updated and refined' peace framework, but questions remain
Election|Finance|Political|US

These Democrats helped flip the House in Trump’s first term. They’re coming back to try to do it again

These Democrats helped flip the House in Trump’s first term. They’re coming back to try to do it again

These Democrats helped flip the House in Trump’s first term. They’re coming back to try to do it again
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Brazil's Bolsonaro says 'hallucinations' led him to violate ankle monitoring and cause his arrest

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has told a judge Sunday he violated his ankle monitor due to a nervous breakdown and hallucinations

Brazil's Bolsonaro says 'hallucinations' led him to violate ankle monitoring and cause his arrest
Health|Political|World

Majority of Slovenians voted against law on assisted dying

As many as 53.43% Slovenians voted against a law that proposed legalising assisted dying for some terminally ill adults, the unofficial partial results by state election commission

Majority of Slovenians voted against law on assisted dying
Crime|Political|World

Aftermath of Chicago's intense immigration crackdown leaves lawsuits, investigations and anxiety

Chicago has entered what many consider an uneasy phase of a Trump administration immigration crackdown that has already led to thousands of arrests

Aftermath of Chicago's intense immigration crackdown leaves lawsuits, investigations and anxiety
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Mamdani stands by Trump criticism despite friendly White House meeting

New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani is standing by his past criticisms that President Donald Trump acted like a despot and a fascist

Mamdani stands by Trump criticism despite friendly White House meeting
Europe|Health|Political|World

Slovenians reject in a referendum a law on assisted dying for terminally ill patients

Slovenians have rejected in a referendum a law that allowed terminally ill patients to end their lives

Slovenians reject in a referendum a law on assisted dying for terminally ill patients
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Former Mets star Darryl Strawberry thanks Trump for pardon during sermon at Tulsa church

Former New York Mets star Darryl Strawberry says God set him free when he was pardoned by President Donald Trump

Former Mets star Darryl Strawberry thanks Trump for pardon during sermon at Tulsa church
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Rubio says the Ukraine peace proposal was authored by the US

U.S.

Rubio says the Ukraine peace proposal was authored by the US
Africa|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Guinea-Bissau votes for president with Embalo in tight race for second term

Coup-prone Guinea-Bissau voted on Sunday in presidential and legislative elections, with President Umaro Sissoco Embalo in a tight contest to become the first leader

Guinea-Bissau votes for president with Embalo in tight race for second term
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Who was Tabtabai, Hezbollah's military leader killed by Israel?

The Israeli military on Sunday killed Hezbollah's top military official, Haytham Ali Tabtabai, in a strike on the outskirts of the Lebanese capital that came despite a year-long

Who was Tabtabai, Hezbollah's military leader killed by Israel?
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Airlines cancel flights to Venezuela after FAA warns of worsening security, military activity

International airlines are canceling flights to Venezuela after the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration warned pilots about security risks and increased military activity

Airlines cancel flights to Venezuela after FAA warns of worsening security, military activity
Europe|Political|World

Rubio says Ukraine meeting in Geneva probably the best so far

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Rubio says Ukraine meeting in Geneva probably the best so far