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U.S. ambassador to Russia to leave post soon, says embassy

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

U.S. ambassador to Russia to leave post soon, says embassy
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Oil pops, dollar drops

What matters in U.S. and global markets today I'm excited to announce that I'm now part of Reuters Open Interest (ROI), an essential new source for data-driven, expert

Oil pops, dollar drops
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What's behind Iran's long tussle with the United States?

The United States has pulled some diplomatic staff and military families out of the Middle East, citing unspecified regional security risks.

What's behind Iran's long tussle with the United States?
Crime|Environment|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Israel set to deport eight activists, including French MEP, over Gaza boat

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

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

EU confirms delay of new banking rules until 2027

The European Commission on Thursday said it would delay the implementation of new, global rules governing banks' trading by a year, until Jan 1, 2027.

EU confirms delay of new banking rules until 2027
Business|Economy|World

Bilderberg group meets in Sweden amid US-Europe tensions

The annual Bilderberg Meeting kicks off in Sweden on Thursday, providing a private forum for discussion at a time when President Donald Trump has upended security and economic

Bilderberg group meets in Sweden amid US-Europe tensions
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

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

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

UK is monitoring Middle East situation, no update on staffing - PM's spokesperson
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Instant View: India's inflation falls to 2.82% in May in longest run below target in 6 years

India’s retail inflation stayed below the Reserve Bank’s 4% target for the fourth straight month in May on easing food prices, reinforcing the case for last week’s surprise 50 basis point

Instant View: India's inflation falls to 2.82% in May in longest run below target in 6 years
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Iran will not compromise on right to enrichment, says official

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

Iran will not compromise on right to enrichment, says official
Health|Science|World

New federal Covid-19 vaccine policies are already keeping some people from getting shots

New federal Covid-19 vaccine policies are already keeping some people from getting shots

New federal Covid-19 vaccine policies are already keeping some people from getting shots
Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

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

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

US withdraws some diplomats and military families from Middle East amid Iran tensions
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Synopsys restarts some China services, sales of core tools still blocked, source says

Synopsys has resumed offering some services in China, relaxing a suspension it implemented earlier this month to comply with new U.S. export curbs, a

Synopsys restarts some China services, sales of core tools still blocked, source says
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Stellantis 'fine for June' on rare earth supplies, top manager says

Stellantis is currently unaffected by supply bottlenecks for rare earths from China, but the automaker had past difficulties in managing the situation, the head of its European

Stellantis 'fine for June' on rare earth supplies, top manager says
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China-backed militia secures control of new rare earth mines in Myanmar

A Chinese-backed militia is protecting new rare earth mines in eastern Myanmar, according to four people familiar with the matter, as Beijing moves to secure control of the minerals

China-backed militia secures control of new rare earth mines in Myanmar
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US tariffs may have ended BOJ's rate-hike cycle, former policymaker says

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US tariffs may have ended BOJ's rate-hike cycle, former policymaker says
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UK economy shrinks by the most since 2023 as US tariffs hit

Britain's economy slowed sharply in April, reflecting shockwaves from U.S.

UK economy shrinks by the most since 2023 as US tariffs hit
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ECB monetary policy is in a 'good place' now, says ECB's Schnabel

European Central Bank interest rates are in a "good place" now, despite an expected slowing of inflation, because price growth is likely to return to the ECB's target of 2% over

ECB monetary policy is in a 'good place' now, says ECB's Schnabel
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Toyota chairman re-elected against backdrop of $33 billion buyout bid

Toyota Motor shareholders re-elected Akio Toyoda as chairman on Thursday, highlighting

Toyota chairman re-elected against backdrop of $33 billion buyout bid
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April was a bad time for Britain’s economy. Trump’s tariffs are a big reason why

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

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

Iran threatens nuclear escalation after UN watchdog board finds it in breach of obligations

Iran threatens nuclear escalation after UN watchdog board finds it in breach of obligations

Iran threatens nuclear escalation after UN watchdog board finds it in breach of obligations
Crime|Education|Europe|World

Austrian school shooter planned attack in detail but his motive remains unclear, investigators say

Officials say the former student who killed nine students and a teacher at a school in Austria and then took his own life planned the attack in detail

Austrian school shooter planned attack in detail but his motive remains unclear, investigators say
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump wants to 'liberate' Los Angeles, residents say 'no thanks'

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Trump wants to 'liberate' Los Angeles, residents say 'no thanks'
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PSG aims for Club World Cup glory after historic Champions League win

Just weeks after winning the Champions League for the first time in its history, Paris Saint-Germain’s eyes are now on FIFA’s shiny new Club World Cup

PSG aims for Club World Cup glory after historic Champions League win
Political|Science|Technology|US|World

Hegseth defends use of troops to protect immigration raids in Los Angeles

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

Hegseth defends use of troops to protect immigration raids in Los Angeles
Africa|Europe|Sports|World

Thomas Tuchel admits that some can find England star Jude Bellingham ‘a bit repulsive’ – including the manager’s mother

Thomas Tuchel admits that some can find England star Jude Bellingham ‘a bit repulsive’ – including the manager’s mother

Thomas Tuchel admits that some can find England star Jude Bellingham ‘a bit repulsive’ – including the manager’s mother
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Ifo institute raises German growth forecasts due to new government plans

The Ifo institute on Thursday raised its forecasts for the German economy for this year and next, expecting new government measures and a spending surge to boost

Ifo institute raises German growth forecasts due to new government plans
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Paris airshow set for new jet orders despite conflict, tariff gloom

Aerospace manufacturers will aim to project business as usual with big-ticket aircraft orders at next week’s Paris Airshow, despite U.S. tariffs,

Paris airshow set for new jet orders despite conflict, tariff gloom
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IAEA board resolution declaring Iran in breach of non-proliferation duties

Below are key passages from a four-page resolution on Iran that diplomats said the International Atomic Energy Agency's 35-nation Board of Governors passed on Thursday.

IAEA board resolution declaring Iran in breach of non-proliferation duties
Asia|Business|Crime|Health|World

Thai panel upholds suspension of doctors who helped ex-PM Thaksin dodge jail

Thailand's medical council on Thursday upheld its suspension of two doctors who enabled influential politician Thaksin Shinawatra to spend his prison sentence in hospital, a day

Thai panel upholds suspension of doctors who helped ex-PM Thaksin dodge jail
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Deadly civilian plane crashes in India since 2000

A London-bound Air India flight crashed in the western Indian city of Ahmedabad on Thursday.

Deadly civilian plane crashes in India since 2000
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Bulls load up on Asian currencies as trade uncertainty knocks dollar: Reuters poll

Bullish bets firmed up on most Asian currencies as the lack of clarity on a U.S.-China trade agreement kept the dollar on the back foot, a Reuters poll showed on Thursday.

Bulls load up on Asian currencies as trade uncertainty knocks dollar: Reuters poll
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Germany to return to growth after two years of contraction, economists predict

The German economy is expected to grow this year following two consecutive years of contraction, four economic institutes said on Thursday, raising their forecasts

Germany to return to growth after two years of contraction, economists predict
Europe|Sports|Travel|World

World heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk keeps Ukraine on his mind as he prepares for his next big fight

World heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk keeps Ukraine on his mind as he prepares for his next big fight

World heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk keeps Ukraine on his mind as he prepares for his next big fight
Crime|Political|US|World

What are US troops doing in Los Angeles?

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

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

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

Trump's travel ban fuels despair and disgust with politics among Arab Americans in Michigan
Arts|Sports|Technology|World

What it’s like to be an amateur golfer at one of the sport’s greatest events

What it’s like to be an amateur golfer at one of the sport’s greatest events

What it’s like to be an amateur golfer at one of the sport’s greatest events
Health|Technology|World

Inside the legal fight over the telehealth clinics that help women defy abortion bans

Every month, thousands of women evade abortion bans in their home states by turning to telehealth clinics willing to send them pregnancy-ending drugs through the mail

Inside the legal fight over the telehealth clinics that help women defy abortion bans
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|World

Families and survivors have waited 9 years for Orlando to build a memorial for Pulse shooting victims. Now the city is moving forward with plans

Families and survivors have waited 9 years for Orlando to build a memorial for Pulse shooting victims. Now the city is moving forward with plans

Families and survivors have waited 9 years for Orlando to build a memorial for Pulse shooting victims. Now the city is moving forward with plans
Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

‘I bring the juice every day’: Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter is having a blast during first NFL minicamp

‘I bring the juice every day’: Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter is having a blast during first NFL minicamp

‘I bring the juice every day’: Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter is having a blast during first NFL minicamp
Asia|Business|Technology|World

Japan says Chinese fighter jet came within 150 feet of surveillance plane above Pacific

Japan says Chinese fighter jet came within 150 feet of surveillance plane above Pacific

Japan says Chinese fighter jet came within 150 feet of surveillance plane above Pacific
Election|Political|World

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Oman confirms next round of US-Iran nuclear talks amid fears of regional risks
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Breakdown of U.S. tariffs on China since Trump's first term

Billions of dollars of Chinese goods have been impacted by additional U.S. tariffs since 2018, initially under the first Donald Trump presidency and later under the Biden

Breakdown of U.S. tariffs on China since Trump's first term
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Top Wall Street bank pitches options play to ride potential Indian rupee rally to 83

Goldman Sachs' sales and trading desk is recommending an options play on the Indian rupee that will pay off if the South Asian currency rallies to 83 per U.S. dollar

Top Wall Street bank pitches options play to ride potential Indian rupee rally to 83
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In Armenia, rising ceasefire violations bring fears of war with Azerbaijan

Nightfall is an anxious time for residents of Khnatsakh.

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

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

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

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

IAEA board declares Iran in breach of non-proliferation obligations

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

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

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

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

Filipino families flee Northern Irish home after night of anti-immigrant violence
Asia|Business|Technology|World

Australia's defense minister downplays concerns over Pentagon review of multi-billion submarine deal

Australia’s defense minister has dismissed concerns that a deal between the U.S., Australia and Britain to provide his country with nuclear-powered submarines could be in jeopardy, following a report that the Pentagon had ordered a review

Australia's defense minister downplays concerns over Pentagon review of multi-billion submarine deal
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Israel Knesset rejects vote on dissolving itself

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

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

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

Trump's mass deportations leave Democrats more ready to fight back
Business|Economy|Travel|World

Saudi Crown Prince MBS will not attend G7 Summit in Canada

Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Arabia's crown prince and de facto leader, will not attend next week's Group of Seven summit in Canada, a senior diplomat briefed on plans

Saudi Crown Prince MBS will not attend G7 Summit in Canada
Crime|Europe|Finance|Political|World

German defence minister visits Ukraine for talks on weapons support

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

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

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

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

UN refugee agency says more than 122 million people forcibly displaced worldwide
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Japan's labour crunch forces rethink on traditional homemakers

Japan's labour shortage is forcing its conservative lawmakers to consider overhauling decades-old social welfare rules originally designed to encourage married

Japan's labour crunch forces rethink on traditional homemakers
Crime|World

Islamic State reactivating fighters, eying comeback in Syria and Iraq

Middle East leaders and their Western allies have been warning that Islamic State could exploit the fall of the Assad regime to

Islamic State reactivating fighters, eying comeback in Syria and Iraq
Business|Economy|Europe|World

EU, Britain seal post-Brexit deal easing Gibraltar border flow

The European Union (EU) and Britain reached an agreement on the status of the overseas territory of Gibraltar on Wednesday which facilitates

EU, Britain seal post-Brexit deal easing Gibraltar border flow
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World

Why 2 Chinese aircraft carriers are operating in the Pacific together for the first time

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

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

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

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

Bruce Springsteen's Berlin concert echoes with history and a stark warning
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Bunge nears China ruling for $8.2 billion Viterra merger, Bloomberg News reports

U.S. grains merchant Bunge is close to getting a ruling from Chinese regulators on its $8.2 billion purchase of Glencore-backed Viterra with a verdict expected within days, Bloomberg News

Bunge nears China ruling for $8.2 billion Viterra merger, Bloomberg News reports
Europe|Political|US|World

Rubio marks Russia Day, reaffirms calls for peace with Ukraine

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

Rubio marks Russia Day, reaffirms calls for peace with Ukraine
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Europe|Finance|Food|Opinion|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|Travel|US|World

As global tumult grows, UK Plc's stability and bargains appeal to dealmakers

More than $10 billion in bids for British companies announced on Monday, this year's busiest day according to Dealogic data,

As global tumult grows, UK Plc's stability and bargains appeal to dealmakers
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Barrick Mining removes Mali gold complex from 2025 output forecast, sources say

Barrick Mining has removed its Mali gold complex from its overall output forecast for 2025, four sources told Reuters, adding to fallout

Barrick Mining removes Mali gold complex from 2025 output forecast, sources say
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Turkey to export 48 of its nationally produced fighter jets to Indonesia

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says Turkey will export 48 of its nationally produced KAAN fighter jets to Indonesia

Turkey to export 48 of its nationally produced fighter jets to Indonesia
Environment|Science|Technology|World

Hawaii's Kilauea Volcano erupts for the 25th time since December. Lava reaches over 330 feet

One of the world's most active volcano is living up to its tagline

Hawaii's Kilauea Volcano erupts for the 25th time since December. Lava reaches over 330 feet
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Airbus revises up 20-year jet demand forecast despite trade tensions

Airbus revised up its forecast for airplane demand over the next 20 years on Thursday, telling investors and suppliers the air transport industry was expected to ride

Airbus revises up 20-year jet demand forecast despite trade tensions
Business|Technology|World

Chinese fighters flew close to Japanese patrol planes, Tokyo expresses concern

Chinese fighter jets flew unusually close to Japanese military patrol planes over the weekend, Tokyo said, after two Chinese aircraft carriers were

Chinese fighters flew close to Japanese patrol planes, Tokyo expresses concern
Asia|World

45 minutes to pack up a lifetime as Pakistan's foreigner crackdown sends Afghans scrambling

A Pakistani crackdown on Afghans has seen some families handed deadlines of hours, or just minutes, to collect whatever they can and leave forever

45 minutes to pack up a lifetime as Pakistan's foreigner crackdown sends Afghans scrambling
Health|Political|World

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

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

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

Thunder find themselves in familiar territory in NBA Finals, trailing 2-1 in another series

Game 1, a loss on the opposition’s final shot

Thunder find themselves in familiar territory in NBA Finals, trailing 2-1 in another series
Economy|World

Democrats look for reinvention and a new playbook against Trump in key committee race

House Democrats are searching for a new leader on the powerful House Oversight Committee after the untimely passing of their previous ranking member

Democrats look for reinvention and a new playbook against Trump in key committee race
Business|Technology|Travel|World

China's 240-hour transit visa-free policy extended to 55 countries, Xinhua reports

China's 240-hour transit visa-free policy has been extended to people arriving from 55 countries, including Indonesia, Russia and Britain, who will be able to engage in tourism

China's 240-hour transit visa-free policy extended to 55 countries, Xinhua reports
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World

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

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US envoy plans to meet Iran's foreign minister on Sunday, US official says
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Airbus can hit delivery goal despite delays, jetmaking CEO says

Airbus is "cautiously hopeful" that it can meet a 2025 target of 820 deliveries despite bottlenecks that have left nearly 40 completed airframes parked at its factories

Airbus can hit delivery goal despite delays, jetmaking CEO says
Crime|World

Marines to deploy on LA streets within two days with authority to detain civilians

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Marines to deploy on LA streets within two days with authority to detain civilians
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The Latest: Los Angeles police have made nearly 400 arrests and detentions since Saturday

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

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

Austria falls silent for a minute as questions remain about the motive for a deadly school shooting

Austria has fallen silent for a minute and people are laying candles in the city of Graz in memory of the 10 people killed in a school shooting that shocked the country

Austria falls silent for a minute as questions remain about the motive for a deadly school shooting
Crime|Europe|Political|World

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

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

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

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

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

Denmark approves US military bases on Danish soil as Trump eyes Greenland
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Bank of Korea chief says excessive rate cuts could cause price upswing in property markets

South Korea's central bank governor said on Thursday "excessive" policy interest rate cuts could cause another round of price upswings in the property market and increase volatility

Bank of Korea chief says excessive rate cuts could cause price upswing in property markets
Business|Economy|Finance|World

US consumer prices rise moderately; tariffs expected to fan inflation

U.S. consumer prices increased less than expected in May as cheaper gasoline partially offset higher rents, but inflation is

US consumer prices rise moderately; tariffs expected to fan inflation
Business|Crime|Economy|World

US pushes Mexico to prosecute politicians with ties to drug cartels

The Trump administration is pressuring Mexico to investigate and prosecute politicians with suspected links to organized crime, and to extradite them to the United

US pushes Mexico to prosecute politicians with ties to drug cartels
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

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

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

Australia confident US will proceed with Biden-era submarine pact after review
Environment|Health|Science|World

EPA says power plant carbon emissions aren't dangerous. We asked 30 scientists: Here's what they say

The Trump administration’s Environmental Protection Agency Wednesday proposed a new ruling that heat-trapping carbon gas “emissions from fossil fuel-fired power plants do not contribute significantly to dangerous air pollution

EPA says power plant carbon emissions aren't dangerous. We asked 30 scientists: Here's what they say
Education|World

Members of the Fulbright scholarship board resign, accusing Trump of meddling

Nearly all the members of a board overseeing the prestigious Fulbright scholarships on Wednesday resigned in protest of what they call the Trump administration’s meddling with the selection of award recipients, according to a statement they issued

Members of the Fulbright scholarship board resign, accusing Trump of meddling
Asia|Political|World

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

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

South Korea halts propaganda broadcasts along border with rival North in a move to ease tensions
Business|Education|Political|Technology|World

US Army to curtail VIP flights around Pentagon after fatal collision

The U.S.

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

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

Lawyers for man mistakenly deported from US say he should be freed while DOJ pursues new charges
Asia|Crime|Technology|World

Taiwan cyber unit says it will not be intimidated by China bounty offer

Taiwan's cyber forces will not be intimidated by China's threats of a bounty for the arrest of 20 people Beijing says are Taiwanese military hackers, and China's legal system has no

Taiwan cyber unit says it will not be intimidated by China bounty offer
Crime|World

Ex-CIA analyst sentenced to over 3 years for leak of classified information

A former CIA analyst who pleaded guilty in January over a leak of classified Israeli plans to strike Iran was sentenced to 37 months in prison on Wednesday, the

Ex-CIA analyst sentenced to over 3 years for leak of classified information
Asia|Technology|World

North Korea appears to have stopped loudspeakers blasting noise, Seoul says

North Korea appears to have stopped loudspeakers near the border targeting South Korea, South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff said on Thursday.

North Korea appears to have stopped loudspeakers blasting noise, Seoul says
Business|Economy|World

Japan's business mood worsens as US tariff uncertainty takes toll

Japan's business sentiment worsened in April-June for the first time in five quarters, a government survey showed on Thursday, a sign uncertainty over U.S. tariff

Japan's business mood worsens as US tariff uncertainty takes toll
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

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

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

Trump is receptive to contacts with North Korean leader, White House says
Crime|Political|US|World

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

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

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

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

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

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

IMF, Ecuador reach agreement on proposed augmentation of $1 billion

The International Monetary Fund said on Wednesday that it reached a staff-level agreement with the Ecuadorean authorities on the second review for a proposed augmentation of $1

IMF, Ecuador reach agreement on proposed augmentation of $1 billion
Business|Economy|Europe|World

UK surveyors report weakest house price growth in nearly a year, RICS survey shows

Britain's housing market lost more steam last month as demand faded from buyers after an increase in property transaction taxes in April and concerns mounted about

UK surveyors report weakest house price growth in nearly a year, RICS survey shows
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

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

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

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

New Russian ambassador tells Trump he will work to restore relations

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

New Russian ambassador tells Trump he will work to restore relations
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Trump: willing to extend July 8 deadline for trade talks, but not likely necessary

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Trump: willing to extend July 8 deadline for trade talks, but not likely necessary
Crime|Education|Political|World

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

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

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

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

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

Israeli fire kills 60 in Gaza, many near aid site, medics say
Business|Technology|US|World

Musk backtracks on Trump criticism after White House outreach

Billionaire businessman Elon Musk backed off digs he took at President Donald Trump after extensive outreach from administration officials, including

Musk backtracks on Trump criticism after White House outreach
Business|Economy|World

Trump says willing to extend trade talks deadline, but says that won't be necessary

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Trump says willing to extend trade talks deadline, but says that won't be necessary
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Judge says government must release Columbia protester Mahmoud Khalil, but has until Friday to appeal

A federal judge has ruled that the government cannot deport and must release Mahmoud Khalil, the student whom the Trump administration jailed over his participation in pro-Palestinian demonstrations at Columbia University

Judge says government must release Columbia protester Mahmoud Khalil, but has until Friday to appeal
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David Hogg won't try to keep his DNC role amid dispute over Democratic primaries

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

David Hogg won't try to keep his DNC role amid dispute over Democratic primaries
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S&P 500 ends lower; traders focus on Middle East tension and await details on trade deal

The S&P 500 ended lower on Wednesday, with investors spooked by Middle East tensions, while a tame inflation report calmed concerns around tariff-

S&P 500 ends lower; traders focus on Middle East tension and await details on trade deal
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The Latest: US orders nonessential staff to leave Baghdad Embassy as Iran tensions rise

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

The Latest: US orders nonessential staff to leave Baghdad Embassy as Iran tensions rise
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At least 49 people have died in flooding in South Africa with toll expected to rise, officials say

Officials say at least 49 people have died in flooding in South Africa’s Eastern Cape province

At least 49 people have died in flooding in South Africa with toll expected to rise, officials say
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North Korea will always stand with Russia, leader Kim tells Putin

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

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

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

Zelenskiy says Russia seeks to disrupt Ukraine, Moldova, southeastern Europe
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Soccer-US begins uneasy World Cup countdown as Trump moves Marines to Los Angeles

U.S. cities hosting next year's FIFA World Cup faced questions on Wednesday about how to reassure international fans concerned by President Donald Trump's

Soccer-US begins uneasy World Cup countdown as Trump moves Marines to Los Angeles
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BLET union members vote to ratify 5-year deal with CSX

Railroad operator CSX said on Wednesday that employees represented by the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (BLET) have voted to ratify the five-year collective bargaining

BLET union members vote to ratify 5-year deal with CSX
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Colombia's Petro threatens labor reform by referendum as congressional deadline looms

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

Colombia's Petro threatens labor reform by referendum as congressional deadline looms
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Mexico cenbank gives financial system passing grade as chief urges calm on inflation

Mexican Central Bank Governor Victoria Rodriguez urged confidence in Mexico's banking system and economy on Wednesday, seeking to assuage fears about rising

Mexico cenbank gives financial system passing grade as chief urges calm on inflation
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Kennedy replaces fired US CDC panel members, includes anti-vaccine proponents

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Kennedy replaces fired US CDC panel members, includes anti-vaccine proponents
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As US trade truce gets back on track, some Chinese exporters are 'slowly dying'

Jacky Ren, who owns a kitchen appliance factory in China, says exporters in his industry are now selling at a loss to keep their U.S. clients,

As US trade truce gets back on track, some Chinese exporters are 'slowly dying'
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US reduces the presence of staffers not deemed essential in the Middle East as tensions rise

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

US reduces the presence of staffers not deemed essential in the Middle East as tensions rise
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About 500 National Guard troops in LA are trained to accompany agents on immigration raids

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

About 500 National Guard troops in LA are trained to accompany agents on immigration raids
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Brazil's top court votes to hold social media platforms accountable for user posts

Brazil's Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled that social media companies must be held accountable for some types of content published by users on their platforms in

Brazil's top court votes to hold social media platforms accountable for user posts
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Trump to sign resolution reversing California’s ban on gas-powered cars

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

Trump to sign resolution reversing California’s ban on gas-powered cars
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Hundreds of laid-off CDC employees are being reinstated

More than 460 laid-off employees at the nation’s top public health agency are being reinstated

Hundreds of laid-off CDC employees are being reinstated
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An Omaha food plant owner says he followed the rules for hiring immigrants. It was raided anyway.

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

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

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

Vance made a brief trip to Montana to speak to Rupert and Lachlan Murdoch, AP sources say
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Nvidia chief calls AI ‘the greatest equalizer’ — but warns Europe risks falling behind

Will artificial intelligence save humanity — or destroy it

Nvidia chief calls AI ‘the greatest equalizer’ — but warns Europe risks falling behind
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Senate rejects effort to block arms sales over Trump's dealings with Qatar and UAE

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

Senate rejects effort to block arms sales over Trump's dealings with Qatar and UAE
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Washington airport will halt flights at 6 p.m. Saturday night during Trump Army parade

The Federal Aviation Administration plans to suspend flights at Reagan Washington National Airport from 6 p.m.

Washington airport will halt flights at 6 p.m. Saturday night during Trump Army parade
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Chile's Codelco to focus on public-private partnerships to boost finances and production, CFO says

Chile's Codelco, the world's largest copper producer, will focus on more public-private partnerships to buoy finances and improve its capacity to develop new

Chile's Codelco to focus on public-private partnerships to boost finances and production, CFO says
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US lawmakers to attend Paris Airshow amid tariff, national security concerns

More than two dozen U.S. lawmakers are set to attend the Paris Airshow next week amid rising concerns about potential American aerospace tariffs and national

US lawmakers to attend Paris Airshow amid tariff, national security concerns
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Tennessee sues US Education Department over grants for Hispanic-serving colleges

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

Tennessee sues US Education Department over grants for Hispanic-serving colleges
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Ukraine brings home bodies of 1,212 soldiers killed in war with Russia

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

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

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

A bid for bail by former New Jersey US Sen. Menendez is rejected by appeals court as prison looms
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Palestinian boy who lost nine siblings arrives in Italy for treatment

A group of 17 Palestinian children, including an 11-year-old boy who lost nine siblings in an Israel strike in Gaza last month, arrived in Italy on Wednesday for hospital treatment,

Palestinian boy who lost nine siblings arrives in Italy for treatment
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Japan's JERA agrees to buy US LNG to rebalance supply portfolio away from Australia

JERA, Japan's biggest power generator, has agreed to new supply deals for U.S. liquefied natural gas from four projects to

Japan's JERA agrees to buy US LNG to rebalance supply portfolio away from Australia
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Trump administration reviewing Biden-era submarine pact with Australia, UK

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Trump administration reviewing Biden-era submarine pact with Australia, UK
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No new trials for Michigan school shooter's parents despite violation by prosecutors, judge rules

A judge has turned down requests for new trials by the parents of a Michigan school shooter

No new trials for Michigan school shooter's parents despite violation by prosecutors, judge rules
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Brazil’s Supreme Court justices agree to make social media companies liable for user content

The majority of justices on Brazil’s Supreme Court have agreed to make social media companies liable for illegal postings by their users, in a landmark case for Latin America with implications for U.S. relations

Brazil’s Supreme Court justices agree to make social media companies liable for user content
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Oklahoma court clears the way for execution of a man convicted in a Tulsa woman's killing

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

Oklahoma court clears the way for execution of a man convicted in a Tulsa woman's killing
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‘Dragon prince’ dinosaur discovery is changing how scientists understand T. rex

‘Dragon prince’ dinosaur discovery is changing how scientists understand T. rex

‘Dragon prince’ dinosaur discovery is changing how scientists understand T. rex
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Nintendo says sales of its Switch 2 hit a record within four days

Nintendo says it sold more than 3.5 million of its new Switch 2 gaming consoles within the first four days since its release — breaking a record for the company

Nintendo says sales of its Switch 2 hit a record within four days
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Putin says special attention should be paid to nuclear triad in Russia's new arms programme

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

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

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

British and Spanish PMs agree Gibraltar deal unlocks 'huge opportunity'
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Argentina ban on former president Kirchner reshapes political landscape

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

Argentina ban on former president Kirchner reshapes political landscape
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Newsom calls out Trump for 'theatrics' in Los Angeles

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

Newsom calls out Trump for 'theatrics' in Los Angeles
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Fulbright board resigns citing interference by Trump administration

All members of the board that oversees the U.S.

Fulbright board resigns citing interference by Trump administration
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Photos show accuser in NYC crypto kidnapping leaving house freely, defense lawyers say

Lawyers for two crypto investors charged with kidnapping a man for his Bitcoin say they have evidence showing the accuser “laughing and smiling” and moving about Manhattan freely during the days he claimed he was kept captive and tortured in a posh SoHo town house

Photos show accuser in NYC crypto kidnapping leaving house freely, defense lawyers say
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With retail cyberattacks on the rise, customers find orders blocked and shelves empty

A string of recent cyberattacks and data breaches involving the systems of major retailers have started affecting shoppers

With retail cyberattacks on the rise, customers find orders blocked and shelves empty
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Is the Trump-Musk spat really over? Judging from Wall Street trading, it's a fragile peace

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

Is the Trump-Musk spat really over? Judging from Wall Street trading, it's a fragile peace
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French central banks trims growth outlook on trade tensions

France's economy will slow more sharply this year than previously expected as U.S. trade tensions hit demand for French exports, the central bank said on Wednesday in its quarterly

French central banks trims growth outlook on trade tensions
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US ocean imports plunged in May on 145% tariffs on China

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

US ocean imports plunged in May on 145% tariffs on China
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Journalists among the injured in LA as ICE protests grow violent

Journalists have been among those injured during protests against immigration raids in Los Angeles in recent days, as police clashed with crowds of protesters and fired less

Journalists among the injured in LA as ICE protests grow violent
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Nissan supplier Marelli files for Chapter 11, secures $1.1 billion in new financing

Nissan supplier Marelli Corp filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the United States on Wednesday, the Japanese auto parts company said in a statement, after months of

Nissan supplier Marelli files for Chapter 11, secures $1.1 billion in new financing
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Group tracking Russian abductions of Ukrainian children prepares to shut down following Trump admin funding cut

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

Group tracking Russian abductions of Ukrainian children prepares to shut down following Trump admin funding cut
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Jamie Dimon: The economy could ‘deteriorate’ soon

Jamie Dimon: The economy could ‘deteriorate’ soon

Jamie Dimon: The economy could ‘deteriorate’ soon
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Judge won't halt execution in South Carolina over lethal injection concerns

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

Judge won't halt execution in South Carolina over lethal injection concerns
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Flashlights and glowing golf balls. How a NY man played for 35 hours in quest for world record

A New York man is laying claim to the record for most consecutive hours playing golf — a 35-hour stint on a course on Long Island

Flashlights and glowing golf balls. How a NY man played for 35 hours in quest for world record
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25 years after Tiger's romp, a huge fan, Chase Johnson, is US Open's only player of Black heritage

On the 25-year anniversary of Woods’ historic dismantling of Pebble Beach in the U.S. Open — a milestone win that some thought might puncture golf’s stereotype as a sport for rich, white men — Chase Johnson is the only player of Black heritage in the 156-man field at Oakmont

25 years after Tiger's romp, a huge fan, Chase Johnson, is US Open's only player of Black heritage
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Argentine market traders cautiously cheer 'future without Cristina'

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

Argentine market traders cautiously cheer 'future without Cristina'
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Vaccine group Gavi seeks to broaden donor base as aid budgets shrink 

Global vaccine group Gavi is seeking new donors for its work funding childhood immunisation in the world's poorest countries, its chief executive told Reuters, as

Vaccine group Gavi seeks to broaden donor base as aid budgets shrink 
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US Congress seeks to boost Navy and Air Force fleets in 2026 bill

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

US Congress seeks to boost Navy and Air Force fleets in 2026 bill
Europe|World

Serbia's President Aleksandar Vucic makes first-ever visit to Ukraine

Serbia's populist President Aleksandar Vucic travelled to the Ukrainian city of Odesa for a regional summit on Wednesday, the first time the Moscow-friendly leader has

Serbia's President Aleksandar Vucic makes first-ever visit to Ukraine
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Musk called Trump Monday night before expressing regret for harshest criticism of the president

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

Musk called Trump Monday night before expressing regret for harshest criticism of the president
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Veterans are divided over the Army's big parade, being held on Trump's birthday

The upcoming parade in Washington to celebrate the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary has divided veterans

Veterans are divided over the Army's big parade, being held on Trump's birthday
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Tyler Adams says US soccer team tunes out criticism from former players

Tyler Adams says the U.S. soccer team has tuned out criticism from former players

Tyler Adams says US soccer team tunes out criticism from former players
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Mandatory military service for Israel's ultra-Orthodox tests Netanyahu's rule

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

Mandatory military service for Israel's ultra-Orthodox tests Netanyahu's rule
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IMF, Serbia reach staff-level agreement on 36-month deal

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) and Serbia have reached staff-level agreement on the first review under a 36-month arrangement to help support economic reforms, the fund said

IMF, Serbia reach staff-level agreement on 36-month deal
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US judge extends Citgo auction's schedule, moves final hearing to August

A U.S. judge in Delaware has extended the schedule for a court-organized auction of shares in the parent of Venezuela-owned refiner Citgo Petroleum, moving the

US judge extends Citgo auction's schedule, moves final hearing to August
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ArcelorMittal's Canadian unit to close Hamilton wire drawing mill, lay off 153 workers

Steelmaker ArcelorMittal's Canadian long products unit said on Wednesday that it was laying off 153 workers as part of a restructuring of its wire drawing activities.

ArcelorMittal's Canadian unit to close Hamilton wire drawing mill, lay off 153 workers
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US-China trade truce leaves investors none the wiser

The latest trade truce between China and the United States offers investors hope that the two superpowers can reach a lasting

US-China trade truce leaves investors none the wiser
MidEast|Political|US|World

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

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US slams UN conference on Israel-Palestinian issue, warns of consequences
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If you annoy Trump, he can annoy you back equally, Howard Lutnick says

If you annoy Trump, he can annoy you back equally, Howard Lutnick says

If you annoy Trump, he can annoy you back equally, Howard Lutnick says
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As Trump’s ‘two week’ deadline for Russia expires, he faces a series of unresolved foreign conflicts

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

As Trump’s ‘two week’ deadline for Russia expires, he faces a series of unresolved foreign conflicts
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Professor of government has theory why Musk expressed ‘regret’

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

Professor of government has theory why Musk expressed ‘regret’
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Aid groups weigh how much more they can help if FEMA reduces its disaster response

With concern and confusion over how the federal government will respond to disasters this summer, aid groups are readying to expand the ways they help communities after hurricanes, fires and other storms

Aid groups weigh how much more they can help if FEMA reduces its disaster response
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Bayesian yacht that sank off Sicily killing 7 to be raised in late June under updated recovery plan

A salvage company plans to lift the luxury yacht Bayesian in late June from the Sicilian seabed where it sank last summer, killing seven people

Bayesian yacht that sank off Sicily killing 7 to be raised in late June under updated recovery plan
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Inflation rose less than expected last month despite Trump’s tariffs

Inflation rose less than expected last month despite Trump’s tariffs

Inflation rose less than expected last month despite Trump’s tariffs
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Brazil to spare individual tax breaks in fiscal package, sources say

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

Brazil to spare individual tax breaks in fiscal package, sources say
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Poland may introduce partial controls on German border in summer, PM says

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

Poland may introduce partial controls on German border in summer, PM says
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Mongolia's 'Dragon Prince' dinosaur was forerunner of T. rex

A newly identified mid-sized dinosaur from Mongolia dubbed the "Dragon Prince" has been identified as a pivotal forerunner of Tyrannosaurus rex in an illuminating discovery

Mongolia's 'Dragon Prince' dinosaur was forerunner of T. rex
Economy|Finance|World

UN rights chief warns of $60 million funding shortfall

The United Nations Human Rights Office faces a dire financial crisis with a shortfall of at least $60 million this year due to funding cuts from donor states, its head said on

UN rights chief warns of $60 million funding shortfall
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Lutnick says US tariff levels on China won't change

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

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

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

China's embassy in UK accuses NATO of 'smearing and scapegoating'
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General Mills mulls sale of China Haagen-Dazs stores, Bloomberg News reports

General Mills is considering selling its Haagen-Dazs ice-cream stores in China, Bloomberg News reported on Wednesday, citing people familiar with the matter.

General Mills mulls sale of China Haagen-Dazs stores, Bloomberg News reports
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Austrian neighbours of school shooter recall withdrawn young man

Neighbours and officials painted the picture of a withdrawn young man who attracted little attention before he achieved international notoriety

Austrian neighbours of school shooter recall withdrawn young man
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Troops in Los Angeles can detain but not arrest individuals, military official says

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

Troops in Los Angeles can detain but not arrest individuals, military official says
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Germany welcomes China-US export deal, hopes for similar progress in EU-US talks

Germany welcomes a China-U.S. agreement on easing rare-earth export restrictions and hopes negotiations between the United States and the European Union can progress in a similar way

Germany welcomes China-US export deal, hopes for similar progress in EU-US talks
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Funding cuts could harm progress on child labour as world misses key target

The world has missed its target of eliminating child labour by 2025 and funding cuts threaten recent progress on reducing the numbers of children in work, a new

Funding cuts could harm progress on child labour as world misses key target
Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|World

Austria comes to a standstill to mourn school shooting victims

Austria came to a standstill on Wednesday to mourn victims of one of the worst outbreaks of violence in its modern history, as authorities search for clues

Austria comes to a standstill to mourn school shooting victims
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European shares slip as markets unfazed by US-China deal

European shares saw their early gains evaporate, closing in the red on Wednesday, as the much-anticipated U.S.-China trade talks offered

European shares slip as markets unfazed by US-China deal
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Health, defence and schools: UK's Reeves sets out spending plans

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

Health, defence and schools: UK's Reeves sets out spending plans
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Maritime agency warns shipping industry over rising Middle East tensions

Increased tensions in the Middle East may lead to an escalation in military activity that could impact shipping in critical waterways, Britain's maritime agency said

Maritime agency warns shipping industry over rising Middle East tensions
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Federal appeals court wrestles with Trump effort to fight hush money conviction

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

Federal appeals court wrestles with Trump effort to fight hush money conviction
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Investors pull out of US stocks and into Europe and emerging markets

Global investors have moved money from U.S. equities and into European and emerging markets assets, as concerns mount over U.S. fiscal policy, rising debt and

Investors pull out of US stocks and into Europe and emerging markets
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Mexico's central bank may pause rate cuts, deputy governor Heath says

Mexico's central bank may pause cuts to its benchmark interest rate in the face of an inflationary rebound, deputy governor Jonathan Heath said in an interview with local

Mexico's central bank may pause rate cuts, deputy governor Heath says
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US Treasury's Bessent calls on China to be 'reliable partner' in trade negotiations

U.S.

US Treasury's Bessent calls on China to be 'reliable partner' in trade negotiations
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Tuchel runs into early problems with England as critics circle

German coach Thomas Tuchel was brought in as England manager to get the national team from soccer’s birthplace “over the line” at a World Cup for the first time since 1966

Tuchel runs into early problems with England as critics circle
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AirAsia close to buying at least 100 Airbus jets in shift to A220, sources say

AirAsia is in advanced discussions to place an order for at least 100 Airbus jets at next week's Paris Airshow, a deal likely to mark the introduction to its fleet of the planemaker's

AirAsia close to buying at least 100 Airbus jets in shift to A220, sources say
Africa|Crime|Education|Environment|World

Death toll in flood-hit South African province rises to 49

The death toll from floods in South Africa's Eastern Cape province has risen to 49, the head of the province said on Wednesday.

Death toll in flood-hit South African province rises to 49
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Chile holds seismic drills as chance of a big quake rises

As the northern Chilean city of Copiapo was preparing last week to hold earthquake drills, it was hit by a real-life one: a 6.4-magnitude quake that cut power to thousands

Chile holds seismic drills as chance of a big quake rises
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US Secretary of State Rubio seeking sanctions investigation of Harvard, NY Times reports

U.S.

US Secretary of State Rubio seeking sanctions investigation of Harvard, NY Times reports
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Kenya's Ruto says blogger died at hands of police, shifting official account

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

Kenya's Ruto says blogger died at hands of police, shifting official account
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Children swept away in school bus among at least 49 killed in South Africa flooding

Children swept away in school bus among at least 49 killed in South Africa flooding

Children swept away in school bus among at least 49 killed in South Africa flooding
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New images reveal treasures aboard ‘holy grail’ shipwreck

New images reveal treasures aboard ‘holy grail’ shipwreck

New images reveal treasures aboard ‘holy grail’ shipwreck
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Netanyahu's government faces possible collapse as the opposition seeks to dissolve parliament

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

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

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

Russian court orders house arrest of politician it says discredited the Russian army
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US stock futures turn positive after May CPI data

U.S. stock index futures turned positive on Wednesday as a cooler-than-expected consumer inflation report calmed worries around President Donald Trump's tariffs worsening price pressures.

US stock futures turn positive after May CPI data
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UBS finance chief voices disappointment over Swiss capital rules

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

UBS finance chief voices disappointment over Swiss capital rules
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China gets new Catholic bishop, as Pope Leo continues deal over appointments

A new assistant Catholic bishop was installed on Wednesday for Fuzhou, the capital of China's

China gets new Catholic bishop, as Pope Leo continues deal over appointments
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Gisele Pelicot settles privacy case with Paris Match magazine over photos

Gisele Pelicot, the French woman who became a symbol of courage and resilience during the trial of her ex-husband and 50 other men for repeatedly raping her, has

Gisele Pelicot settles privacy case with Paris Match magazine over photos
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Trump says China will supply rare earths, US to allow students

President Donald Trump said on Wednesday the U.S. deal with China is done, with Beijing to supply magnets and rare earth minerals while the U.S. will allow Chinese students in

Trump says China will supply rare earths, US to allow students
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Trump tells Netanyahu to end Gaza war and stop Iran threats, source says, as US ramps up pressure on Israel

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

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

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

Colombian senator Uribe shows signs of improvement after shooting
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KKR-Stonepeak raise bid in battle for UK's Assura to $2.3 billion

Private equity firms KKR and Stonepeak Partners raised their offer for Britain's Assura on Wednesday to almost 1.7 billion pounds ($2.3 billion), topping a rival bid with their "best and

KKR-Stonepeak raise bid in battle for UK's Assura to $2.3 billion
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Heineken will invest over $2.7 billion in Mexico through 2028

Beer maker Heineken will invest $2.75 billion in different projects in Mexico, the company's CEO in the country said on Wednesday.

Heineken will invest over $2.7 billion in Mexico through 2028
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25 of the world’s best sandwiches

25 of the world’s best sandwiches

25 of the world’s best sandwiches
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Dutch Princess Amalia undergoes surgery after breaking arm in horse riding fall

The heir to the Dutch throne Princess Amalia is recovering at a hospital after undergoing surgery to one of her arms that she broke a day earlier in a fall from her horse

Dutch Princess Amalia undergoes surgery after breaking arm in horse riding fall
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More than 1,000 people protest Trump and ICE immigration policies, then march through downtown Milwaukee

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

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

Protesters gather as Detroit high school student faces deportation

Protesters gather as Detroit high school student faces deportation
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Scientists mapped what happens if a crucial system of ocean currents collapses. The weather impact would be extreme

Scientists mapped what happens if a crucial system of ocean currents collapses. The weather impact would be extreme

Scientists mapped what happens if a crucial system of ocean currents collapses. The weather impact would be extreme
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U.S.-China framework underwhelms

What matters in U.S. and global markets today I'm excited to announce that I'm now part of Reuters Open Interest (ROI), an essential new source for data-driven, expert

U.S.-China framework underwhelms
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Tariffs could be the spur Europe's single market needs

To bring electronic scrap and other waste from across the European Union to its Belgian recycling plant, materials group Umicore can spend at least a month

Tariffs could be the spur Europe's single market needs
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US House speaker Johnson will travel to Israel June 22

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

US House speaker Johnson will travel to Israel June 22
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Kosovo accepts US request to host third-party deportees

Kosovo has accepted a request to receive migrants deported from the United States, with an initial plan to take in 50 deportees per year, the government said in a

Kosovo accepts US request to host third-party deportees
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Bosnia partners with EU to strengthen border security

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

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

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

Pro-Israel rabbi and Trump-linked pastor visit Syria, say peace is possible
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Zara owner Inditex's early summer sales disappoint as tariffs fuel uncertainty

Zara owner Inditex missed expectations for first-quarter sales and early summer trading on Wednesday, as tariff fallout complicated the fast-fashion

Zara owner Inditex's early summer sales disappoint as tariffs fuel uncertainty
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Some French Tesla drivers file lawsuit over harm allegedly caused by Musk's behaviour

A small group of Tesla owners in France is suing the carmaker run by Elon Musk, alleging its vehicles have become "far-right totems" that are harming their

Some French Tesla drivers file lawsuit over harm allegedly caused by Musk's behaviour
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UK government department budgets to rise by 2.3% a year, Reeves says

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

UK government department budgets to rise by 2.3% a year, Reeves says
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Dollar keeps losing market share but euro slow to benefit: ECB study

The dollar continued to lose market share as the world's dominant currency last year but mostly smaller rivals and gold benefited rather than the euro, an ECB report showed on

Dollar keeps losing market share but euro slow to benefit: ECB study
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Novavax's COVID-flu combo vaccine shows strong immune response in trial

Novavax's experimental COVID-19-influenza combination and standalone influenza vaccines generated a strong immune response in adults aged 65 and older, similar to already approved shots

Novavax's COVID-flu combo vaccine shows strong immune response in trial
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How your air conditioner can help the power grid, rather than overloading it

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

How your air conditioner can help the power grid, rather than overloading it
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Cat survives 3-week trip from China to Minnesota as stowaway in shipping container

Cat survives 3-week trip from China to Minnesota as stowaway in shipping container

Cat survives 3-week trip from China to Minnesota as stowaway in shipping container
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On first 4-game losing streak since 2007, US looks unprepared with World Cup a year away

The U.S. conceded four goals in the first half, failed to get a shot on target and were embarrassed in a 4-0 blowout loss to Switzerland in a friendly

On first 4-game losing streak since 2007, US looks unprepared with World Cup a year away
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6,000-year-old skeletons found in Colombia have unique DNA

6,000-year-old skeletons found in Colombia have unique DNA

6,000-year-old skeletons found in Colombia have unique DNA
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Police seek answers as Austria mourns victims of one of the worst shootings in its history

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

Police seek answers as Austria mourns victims of one of the worst shootings in its history
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Remote Scottish lodge used to house foreign secret agents in WWII up for sale

Remote Scottish lodge used to house foreign secret agents in WWII up for sale

Remote Scottish lodge used to house foreign secret agents in WWII up for sale
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Russia says improving ties with US will take time

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

Russia says improving ties with US will take time
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US will resume accreditation of Swiss investment advisers

The U.S. will resume processing applications from Swiss entities aiming to become registered investment advisers in the U.S., the U.S.

US will resume accreditation of Swiss investment advisers
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Trump says he is less confident about Iran nuclear deal

U.S.

Trump says he is less confident about Iran nuclear deal
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Climate change could cost Italy over 5% of GDP in 2050, budget watchdog says

Extreme weather due to climate change may cost Italy more than 5% of GDP in 2050, the country's budget watchdog said on Wednesday, adding that global action to reduce carbon emissions

Climate change could cost Italy over 5% of GDP in 2050, budget watchdog says
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Italy seeks clarity from US over curbs on Pirelli due to Chinese investor

The Italian government is seeking clarity from the United States amid concerns that Washington could impose domestic restrictions on Pirelli due to the tyremaker's

Italy seeks clarity from US over curbs on Pirelli due to Chinese investor
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Wisconsin lawsuit seeks to ban Elon Musk from offering $1 million checks to voters

A government watchdog group in Wisconsin has filed a lawsuit seeking to prohibit billionaire Elon Musk from ever again offering cash payments to voters in the battleground state like he did in this spring’s hotly contested Supreme Court race

Wisconsin lawsuit seeks to ban Elon Musk from offering $1 million checks to voters
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Prosecutors in Philippine VP's impeachment say trial must proceed

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

Prosecutors in Philippine VP's impeachment say trial must proceed
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Huawei launches Pura 80 smartphone series in next step of China comeback

Chinese tech giant Huawei launched its Pura 80 smartphone series on Wednesday, as the company seeks to cement its comeback in China's premium smartphone market following years of

Huawei launches Pura 80 smartphone series in next step of China comeback
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Peru turns to China as US tariffs squeeze blueberry exports

In Peru's Pisco Desert, rows of blueberry bushes towering as much as two meters high stretch towards the horizon, finally giving way

Peru turns to China as US tariffs squeeze blueberry exports
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Russia sentences Navalny ally in absentia to 18 years in prison

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

Russia sentences Navalny ally in absentia to 18 years in prison
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Russia says it's ready to remove highly enriched uranium from Iran

Russia said on Wednesday it stood ready to remove highly enriched uranium from Iran and convert it into civilian reactor fuel as a potential

Russia says it's ready to remove highly enriched uranium from Iran
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Elon Musk says he regrets some of his social media posts about Trump

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

Elon Musk says he regrets some of his social media posts about Trump
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With the 2026 World Cup one year away, the USMNT can’t seem to win a game

With the 2026 World Cup one year away, the USMNT can’t seem to win a game

With the 2026 World Cup one year away, the USMNT can’t seem to win a game
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Scottie Scheffler admits that bettors forced him to delete his Venmo account

Scottie Scheffler admits that bettors forced him to delete his Venmo account

Scottie Scheffler admits that bettors forced him to delete his Venmo account
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What's targeted in Trump's request for $9.4 billion in budget cuts from Congress

President Donald Trump is looking to cancel $9.4 billion in spending already approved by Congress

What's targeted in Trump's request for $9.4 billion in budget cuts from Congress
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Sudanese army retreats from Libyan border after alleging Haftar attack

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

Sudanese army retreats from Libyan border after alleging Haftar attack
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Kenya central bank lowers 2026 growth forecast to 5.4%

Kenya's central bank has lowered its 2026 economic growth forecast to 5.4% from a 5.6% forecast given in April, its governor Kamau Thugge said on Wednesday.

Kenya central bank lowers 2026 growth forecast to 5.4%
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Kremlin confirms Russia is ready to help remove excess nuclear material from Iran

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

Kremlin confirms Russia is ready to help remove excess nuclear material from Iran
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ECB's latest rate cut will help inflation back to 2%, Lane says

The European Central Bank's latest rate cut will help inflation bounce back to its 2% goal after an expected sag over the next year and a half, the ECB's chief economist Philip

ECB's latest rate cut will help inflation back to 2%, Lane says
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Airbus seeks to encroach on Royal Air Maroc's Boeing fleet renewal, sources say

Royal Air Maroc is nearing a deal with Boeing for dozens of jets to renew its fleet, though Europe's Airbus is preparing to gain a rare

Airbus seeks to encroach on Royal Air Maroc's Boeing fleet renewal, sources say
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Pope Leo XIV names first Chinese bishop, signalling he is continuing Vatican's controversial accord

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

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

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

Iran threatens to strike US bases in region if military conflict arises
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Lesley Lokko is on a mission to transform architecture, fostering a new generation of ‘more dynamic thinkers’

Lesley Lokko is on a mission to transform architecture, fostering a new generation of ‘more dynamic thinkers’

Lesley Lokko is on a mission to transform architecture, fostering a new generation of ‘more dynamic thinkers’
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World-famous German "nail artist" Günther Uecker dies at 95

German artist Günther Uecker, one of the country’s most important post-war artists who was world-famous for his large-format nail reliefs, has died

World-famous German "nail artist" Günther Uecker dies at 95
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Teenage swim sensation Summer McIntosh continues red hot form with second fastest 200m butterfly in history

Teenage swim sensation Summer McIntosh continues red hot form with second fastest 200m butterfly in history

Teenage swim sensation Summer McIntosh continues red hot form with second fastest 200m butterfly in history
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Slovakia cannot support new EU sanctions against Russia without energy solutions, PM Fico says

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

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

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

China, Africa ask US to return to 'right track' on trade differences
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Starbucks has received 'a lot of interest' for China business stake, CEO tells FT

Starbucks has received "a lot of interest" in the sale of a stake in its China business, its chief executive told the Financial Times in an interview published on Wednesday, as the U.S.

Starbucks has received 'a lot of interest' for China business stake, CEO tells FT
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Macron to push for ban on social media for under-15s after school stabbing

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

Macron to push for ban on social media for under-15s after school stabbing
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British homebuilder shares hit seven-month high ahead of spending review

British homebuilder shares rose sharply on Wednesday, ahead a public spending announcement from the UK finance minister that is expected to confirm 39 billion pounds ($52.54 billion)

British homebuilder shares hit seven-month high ahead of spending review
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Five arrested after disorder in Northern Irish town

Police in Northern Ireland said on Wednesday they arrested five people on suspicion of riotous behaviour following a second night of disorder in the town of Ballymena.

Five arrested after disorder in Northern Irish town
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ECB's wage tracker points to 3.1% growth this year

Negotiated wage growth across the 20 nation euro zone is seen at 3.1% this year, including smoothed one-off payments, in line with figures projected a month earlier, the ECB's

ECB's wage tracker points to 3.1% growth this year
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VietJet in talks to order about 100 Airbus jets, Bloomberg News reports

VietJet Aviation JSC is in talks to order around 100 more Airbus SE narrow-body jets, with a potential deal as early as next week's Paris Airshow, Bloomberg News reported on Wednesday,

VietJet in talks to order about 100 Airbus jets, Bloomberg News reports
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JPMorgan lifts yuan forecast on easing tariff risks, de-dollarisation trend

JPMorgan lifted its end-of-year forecast for China's onshore yuan spot price on Wednesday, citing moderating risks around the U.S. trade war and a broader global theme of so-called

JPMorgan lifts yuan forecast on easing tariff risks, de-dollarisation trend
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Japan remains cautious on tariff impact in June econ report

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

Japan remains cautious on tariff impact in June econ report
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BoE's Saporta says UK banks should borrow more from its repo facilities

Banks operating in Britain should make more use of the Bank of England's longer-term repurchase facilities, as central bank bond sales and

BoE's Saporta says UK banks should borrow more from its repo facilities
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South Korean military suspends loudspeaker broadcasts aimed at North Korea

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

South Korean military suspends loudspeaker broadcasts aimed at North Korea