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US and Iran convey cautious positivity after wrapping up third round of nuclear talks

US and Iran convey cautious positivity after wrapping up third round of nuclear talks

US and Iran convey cautious positivity after wrapping up third round of nuclear talks
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A look at the PLO’s new vice president, Hussein al-Sheikh

Hussein al-Sheikh has been named vice president of the Palestine Liberation Organization

A look at the PLO’s new vice president, Hussein al-Sheikh
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The Latest: Francis is remembered as a ‘pope among the people’ as he is laid to rest

World dignitaries and Catholic faithful have attended Pope Francis’ funeral in St. Peter’s Square

The Latest: Francis is remembered as a ‘pope among the people’ as he is laid to rest
Crime|Political|World

US judge temporarily stops west Texas immigrant deportations under Alien Enemies Act

A federal judge in west Texas has joined other courts in temporarily blocking the deportations of Venezuelan immigrants under an 18th-century wartime law known as the Alien Enemies Act

US judge temporarily stops west Texas immigrant deportations under Alien Enemies Act
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

ECB consensus builds for June rate cut but no appetite for big move, sources say

European Central Bank policymakers are becoming increasingly confident about cutting interest rates in June as inflation continues its march lower, but there

ECB consensus builds for June rate cut but no appetite for big move, sources say
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What to know about the battle for Russia's Kursk region

Nearly nine months after losing chunks of the Kursk region to a surprise Ukrainian incursion, Russia has announced that its troops have fully reclaimed the border territory

What to know about the battle for Russia's Kursk region
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Argentina bids farewell to Pope Francis with 'symbolic embrace' at open-air mass in Buenos Aires

Argentines bid farewell to Pope Francis on Saturday, holding a massive open-air mass in front of the cathedral where he served as the archbishop of Buenos Aires

Argentina bids farewell to Pope Francis with 'symbolic embrace' at open-air mass in Buenos Aires
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Pakistan requests extra 10 billion yuan on China swap line, says finance minister

Pakistan has put in a request to China to augment its existing swap line by 10 billion yuan ($1.4 billion), Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb said, adding

Pakistan requests extra 10 billion yuan on China swap line, says finance minister
Europe|Political|US|World

Trump, Julian Assange and 250,000 others. Who was at Pope Francis’ funeral?

Trump, Julian Assange and 250,000 others. Who was at Pope Francis’ funeral?

Trump, Julian Assange and 250,000 others. Who was at Pope Francis’ funeral?
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Mighty and meek say farewell to Pope Francis during Vatican funeral and last popemobile ride

World leaders and rank-and-file Catholic faithful have said farewell to Pope Francis in a funeral that highlighted his concern for people on the peripheries and reflected his wish to be remembered as a simple pastor

Mighty and meek say farewell to Pope Francis during Vatican funeral and last popemobile ride
Europe|Travel|World

'Ciao Francesco', Romans wave goodbye to the pope they adopted

Romans cheered, clapped and cried on Saturday as they watched the simple, open-topped, white "pope-mobile" carry Francis' coffin from the Vatican to his chosen

'Ciao Francesco', Romans wave goodbye to the pope they adopted
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Trump expresses doubts Putin is willing to end the Ukraine war, a day after saying a deal was close

President Donald Trump says he doubts Russia’s Vladimir Putin wants to end his war in Ukraine

Trump expresses doubts Putin is willing to end the Ukraine war, a day after saying a deal was close
Crime|Health|Lifestyle|Sports|Technology|World

NASCAR’s Katherine Legge speaks out about torrent of online abuse

NASCAR’s Katherine Legge speaks out about torrent of online abuse

NASCAR’s Katherine Legge speaks out about torrent of online abuse
Business|Election|Political|Technology|World

Singapore orders foreigners' Facebook posts blocked under new election rules

Singapore has ordered Facebook parent Meta to block Singaporeans' access to posts made by three foreigners accused of trying to influence a national election next month on racial

Singapore orders foreigners' Facebook posts blocked under new election rules
Business|Europe|World

Trump and Zelenskiy meet one-on-one in Vatican basilica to seek Ukraine peace

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Trump and Zelenskiy meet one-on-one in Vatican basilica to seek Ukraine peace
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Iran says 'extremely cautious' on success of nuclear talks with US

Iran and the United States have agreed to continue nuclear talks next week, both sides said on Saturday, though Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi voiced "

Iran says 'extremely cautious' on success of nuclear talks with US
Health|Political|Science|World

Israeli airstrike kills 10 people, half of them children, as mediators try to restart a ceasefire

An Israeli airstrike has flattened a three-story home in Gaza City and killed 10 people

Israeli airstrike kills 10 people, half of them children, as mediators try to restart a ceasefire
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Russia says it has fully reclaimed the Kursk region. Ukraine says it is still fighting there.

All Ukrainian troops have been forced from parts of Russia’s Kursk region, which Moscow lost control of last year to a surprise Ukrainian incursion, Russia’s top general said in a Kremlin meeting Saturday

Russia says it has fully reclaimed the Kursk region. Ukraine says it is still fighting there.
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Nearly half of the world’s 100 tallest bridges are in this Chinese province. Now it’s building one to top them all

Nearly half of the world’s 100 tallest bridges are in this Chinese province. Now it’s building one to top them all

Nearly half of the world’s 100 tallest bridges are in this Chinese province. Now it’s building one to top them all
Crime|World

Pakistan calls for neutral probe into Kashmir attack India blames it for

Pakistan called on Saturday for a "neutral" investigation into the killings of mostly Indian tourists in Kashmir that New

Pakistan calls for neutral probe into Kashmir attack India blames it for
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DeepMind UK staff plan to unionise and challenge deals with Israel links, FT reports

Google DeepMind staff in Britain plan to unionise to challenge the company's decision to sell its artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to defence groups with ties to the Israeli

DeepMind UK staff plan to unionise and challenge deals with Israel links, FT reports
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Why more people than ever before are running marathons

Why more people than ever before are running marathons

Why more people than ever before are running marathons
Europe|World

Francis celebrated as ‘pope among the people’ in Vatican funeral attended by massive crowd

Francis celebrated as ‘pope among the people’ in Vatican funeral attended by massive crowd

Francis celebrated as ‘pope among the people’ in Vatican funeral attended by massive crowd
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Family and friends shattered and scarred by tourist massacre in Kashmir

Family and friends shattered and scarred by tourist massacre in Kashmir

Family and friends shattered and scarred by tourist massacre in Kashmir
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They came for the canonization of a millennial saint. They stayed for Pope Francis' funeral

They came from around the world to rejoice in the naming of the first millennial saint but ended up bidding farewell to Pope Francis instead

They came for the canonization of a millennial saint. They stayed for Pope Francis' funeral
Crime|Political|World

Hamas open to long Gaza truce but not to disarming, an official says

Hamas is open to a years-long truce with Israel in Gaza but is not willing to lay down its arms, an official said on Saturday, as leaders of the Palestinian

Hamas open to long Gaza truce but not to disarming, an official says
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Pirelli set to declare end of Chinese investor's control over governance, paper says

Pirelli's board is expected to approve on Monday an accord between shareholders to establish that the group's largest investor, China's state-owned Sinochem, does not exercise control

Pirelli set to declare end of Chinese investor's control over governance, paper says
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Russia says last Ukrainian troops expelled from Kursk region, Kyiv denies assertion

Russian President Vladimir Putin hailed on Saturday what he said was the complete failure of an offensive by Ukrainian forces in Russia's Kursk region after Moscow said they had been

Russia says last Ukrainian troops expelled from Kursk region, Kyiv denies assertion
Europe|World

Rome and the world bid farewell to Pope Francis with massive funeral and humble burial

Presidents, royalty and simple mourners bade farewell to Pope Francis on Saturday at a solemn funeral ceremony, where a

Rome and the world bid farewell to Pope Francis with massive funeral and humble burial
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Trump and EU's von der Leyen agree to meet, says European Commission

U.S President Donald Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen agreed on Saturday during a short exchange on the sidelines of Pope Francis' funeral to meet at a

Trump and EU's von der Leyen agree to meet, says European Commission
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Federal judge says 2-year-old US citizen was deported with mother to Honduras

Federal judge says 2-year-old US citizen was deported with mother to Honduras

Federal judge says 2-year-old US citizen was deported with mother to Honduras
Europe|Political|Travel|World

Trump pays his respects to a pope who publicly and pointedly disagreed with him over the years

President Donald Trump has paid his respects to Pope Francis, joining more than 50 heads of state and other dignitaries at the funeral of the Catholic Church leader

Trump pays his respects to a pope who publicly and pointedly disagreed with him over the years
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South Korea to approach trade talks with US 'cautiously', industry minister says

South Korea's Industry Minister Ahn Duk-geun said on Saturday that Seoul plans to approach trade talks with the United States "calmly and cautiously."

South Korea to approach trade talks with US 'cautiously', industry minister says
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3 House Republicans from Florida with Cuban roots carefully navigate Trump's immigration policies

Three House Republicans from Florida with Cuban roots are carefully navigating President Donald Trump’s immigration policies

3 House Republicans from Florida with Cuban roots carefully navigate Trump's immigration policies
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Only about half of Republicans say Trump has focused on the right priorities, AP-NORC poll finds

An AP-NORC poll finds many Americans don't agree with President Trump’s aggressive efforts to quickly enact his agenda, and even Republicans aren't overwhelmingly convinced his attention has been in the right place

Only about half of Republicans say Trump has focused on the right priorities, AP-NORC poll finds
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Japan's Nintendo fans test Switch 2 ahead of launch amid tariff worries

Nintendo fans were given a chance to try out the company's new Switch 2 gaming device at an

Japan's Nintendo fans test Switch 2 ahead of launch amid tariff worries
Business|Education|Environment|Political|World

Cardinal's funeral sermon stresses pope's call for Trump to 'build bridges, not walls'

In front of hundreds of world leaders attending the funeral of Pope Francis on Saturday, Italian Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re called for care for migrants,

Cardinal's funeral sermon stresses pope's call for Trump to 'build bridges, not walls'
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World breathes sigh of relief as Trump spares Fed, IMF

Global policymakers gathering in Washington this week breathed a collective sigh of relief that the U.S.-centric economic

World breathes sigh of relief as Trump spares Fed, IMF
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Young Canadians favor Conservatives in election despite Trump threat

Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre strode on stage for a rally at a union headquarters north of Toronto, as Canadian country music blared.

Young Canadians favor Conservatives in election despite Trump threat
Europe|World

What to know about the funeral and burial of Pope Francis

Pope Francis died on Easter Monday at the age of 88 after a 12-year papacy

What to know about the funeral and burial of Pope Francis
Economy|Political|US|World

Why the third round of Iran-US nuclear talks may be tougher

Why the third round of Iran-US nuclear talks may be tougher

Why the third round of Iran-US nuclear talks may be tougher
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Indian military says Pakistani troops fired at positions along the border in disputed Kashmir

India’s military says Pakistani soldiers shot at Indian posts along the highly militarized frontier in disputed Kashmir for a second consecutive night

Indian military says Pakistani troops fired at positions along the border in disputed Kashmir
Africa|Health|Science|World

Uganda declares end to latest ebola outbreak

Uganda on Saturday declared an end to the country's latest outbreak of ebola, three months after authorities confirmed cases of the highly infectious and often

Uganda declares end to latest ebola outbreak
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Smelly T-shirt played a key role in catching Valerie, the dog lost for 529 days

Smelly T-shirt played a key role in catching Valerie, the dog lost for 529 days

Smelly T-shirt played a key role in catching Valerie, the dog lost for 529 days
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Some electronic payments systems in Ukraine disrupted

Electronic payments systems in post offices, restaurants and the metro system were out of action in Ukraine early on Saturday, according to officials and Reuters witnesses.

Some electronic payments systems in Ukraine disrupted
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Dutch town hall says it may have accidentally thrown out Andy Warhol work

Dutch town hall says it may have accidentally thrown out Andy Warhol work

Dutch town hall says it may have accidentally thrown out Andy Warhol work
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Dozens arrested as the investigation that saw Istanbul's mayor jailed deepens

Police in Istanbul have detained 47 people in dawn raids linked to a corruption investigation that saw the city’s mayor imprisoned last month

Dozens arrested as the investigation that saw Istanbul's mayor jailed deepens
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Jeffrey Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre dies by suicide, her family says

Virginia Giuffre, one of the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's most prominent accusers, has died by suicide, her family said on Friday.

Jeffrey Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre dies by suicide, her family says
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Virginia Giuffre, prominent Jeffrey Epstein sex abuse survivor and accuser of Prince Andrew, has died

Virginia Giuffre, prominent Jeffrey Epstein sex abuse survivor and accuser of Prince Andrew, has died

Virginia Giuffre, prominent Jeffrey Epstein sex abuse survivor and accuser of Prince Andrew, has died
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Two-year-old US citizen appears to have been deported 'with no meaningful process'

The Trump administration appeared to have deported a 2-year-old U.S. citizen "with no meaningful process," a federal judge said on Friday, as the child's father

Two-year-old US citizen appears to have been deported 'with no meaningful process'
Sports|World

Oilers beat Los Angeles 7-4 to cut the Kings’ series lead to 2-1

Evander Kane and Evan Bouchard scored in a 10-second span in the third period and the Edmonton Oilers beat Los Angeles 7-4 on Friday night to cut the Kings’ series lead to 2-1

Oilers beat Los Angeles 7-4 to cut the Kings’ series lead to 2-1
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Canada is gearing up for federal election. Here's what's at stake

Canadians will vote for a new government in an election that has been upended by U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war and threats to make Canada the 51st state

Canada is gearing up for federal election. Here's what's at stake
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Simon Nemec scores in 2nd OT to lift Devils past Hurricanes 3-2 in Game 3

Simon Nemec scored 2:36 into the second overtime and the New Jersey Devils beat the Carolina Hurricanes 3-2 on Friday night in Game 3 of the first-round playoff series

Simon Nemec scores in 2nd OT to lift Devils past Hurricanes 3-2 in Game 3
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Canadiens beat the Capitals 6-3 to cut their series deficit to 2-1

Christian Dvorak broke a tie at 4:17 of the third period and the Montreal Canadiens beat the Washington Capitals 6-3 on Friday night to cut their deficit in the first-round series to 2-1

Canadiens beat the Capitals 6-3 to cut their series deficit to 2-1
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Harvard researcher held in Louisiana awaits judge's decision on deportation to Russia

Russian-born scientist Kseniia Petrova has been detained by U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement since February when she failed to declare frog embryo samples at Boston's Logan Airport

Harvard researcher held in Louisiana awaits judge's decision on deportation to Russia
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China's Xi calls for self sufficiency in AI development amid U.S. rivalry

China's President Xi Jinping pledged "self-reliance and self-strengthening" to develop AI in China, state media reported on Saturday, as the

China's Xi calls for self sufficiency in AI development amid U.S. rivalry
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Yen, BOJ's rate policy may remain focus in Japan-US trade talks

Japan may have averted U.S. pressure for a stronger yen in bilateral finance talks on Thursday, but a closer look at officials' descriptions of the meeting

Yen, BOJ's rate policy may remain focus in Japan-US trade talks
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Nissan wants to end vehicle production at Wuhan plant, sources say

Nissan Motor wants to end vehicle production at its Wuhan plant in China by March 31, 2026, two sources with knowledge of the plan said.

Nissan wants to end vehicle production at Wuhan plant, sources say
Asia|Business|Technology|World

North Korea unveils new 'Kim Jong Un style' 5,000-tonne warship

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un attended a ceremony for the launch of a "new multipurpose destroyer", state media KCNA reported on Saturday.

North Korea unveils new 'Kim Jong Un style' 5,000-tonne warship
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Taiwan envoy to pope's funeral says he aims to chat with world leaders

Taiwan's envoy to the funeral of Pope Francis aims to use his attendance to "have a good chat" with leaders of countries who are friendly to Taipei, taking the

Taiwan envoy to pope's funeral says he aims to chat with world leaders
Australia|Education|Political|World

Australia PM praises diversity in language schools pledge day after neo-Nazi action

Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Saturday cultural diversity was the country's strength as he pledged A$25 million ($15.98 million) for students to learn

Australia PM praises diversity in language schools pledge day after neo-Nazi action
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Capitals goalie Thompson and Canadiens counterpart Montembeault each leave Game 3 with injuries

The Washington Capitals and Montreal Canadiens each lost their No. 1 goaltender in Game 3 of their first-round series

Capitals goalie Thompson and Canadiens counterpart Montembeault each leave Game 3 with injuries
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Former New Mexico judge and wife arrested on charges of tampering with evidence linked to suspected Tren de Aragua member

Former New Mexico judge and wife arrested on charges of tampering with evidence linked to suspected Tren de Aragua member

Former New Mexico judge and wife arrested on charges of tampering with evidence linked to suspected Tren de Aragua member
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China foreign minister says US tariffs show "extreme egoism"

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Beijing stands on the side of international rules on U.S.-imposed tariffs and opposes protectionism, the Foreign Ministry on Saturday.

China foreign minister says US tariffs show "extreme egoism"
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In reversal, US Justice Department says media records can be seized in leak probes

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In reversal, US Justice Department says media records can be seized in leak probes
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Trump backs down in legal fight over canceling international students’ status records for now

Trump backs down in legal fight over canceling international students’ status records for now

Trump backs down in legal fight over canceling international students’ status records for now
Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|US|World

Yan Liu has an albatross and a late birdie to hang onto the lead in the Chevron Championship

Yan Liu had an albatross to offset three front-nine bogeys and rebounded from a late bogey for an even-par 72 and a one-stroke lead over four players Friday in the Chevron Championship, the first women’s major tournament of the year

Yan Liu has an albatross and a late birdie to hang onto the lead in the Chevron Championship
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Thousands gather in New Mexico for the largest powwow in North America

Thousands of people are gathering in New Mexico for a celebration showcasing Native American and Indigenous dancers, musicians and artisans from around the world

Thousands gather in New Mexico for the largest powwow in North America
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Canada PM Carney condemns Israeli blockade on food, says WFP must be allowed to work in Gaza

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney urged Israel to allow the World Food Programme to work in Gaza, saying food must not be used as a 'political tool', hours after

Canada PM Carney condemns Israeli blockade on food, says WFP must be allowed to work in Gaza
Africa|Political|World

At least 11 Sudanese killed in drone strike on displacement camp

At least 11 people were killed after a drone strike by the Rapid Support Forces hit a displacement camp in Sudan's River Nile state, the governor said

At least 11 Sudanese killed in drone strike on displacement camp
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US Treasury's Bessent encouraged by 'productive' Japan, South Korea trade talks

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent was encouraged by "productive" early trade talks with Japan and South Korea this week, the Treasury said in a statement on Friday.

US Treasury's Bessent encouraged by 'productive' Japan, South Korea trade talks
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US Treasury's Bessent urges Asian Development Bank to move towards ending China loans

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent urged Asian Development Bank President Masato Kanda to take concrete steps towards ending loans to China, the Treasury said on Friday.

US Treasury's Bessent urges Asian Development Bank to move towards ending China loans
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Maverick US House Republican Don Bacon considering retirement

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Maverick US House Republican Don Bacon considering retirement
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US FTC offers employees financial incentives to quit

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US FTC offers employees financial incentives to quit
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Trump's first 100 days

Donald Trump is nearing the 100-day mark of his second presidency and investors are no closer to figuring out how to trade his policies, nor do central bankers have much clarity on how

Trump's first 100 days
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US and EU not close to deal on tariffs - EU's Dombrovskis

The United States and the European Union still need a lot of work to reach a deal that would prevent the imposition of tariffs on each other's goods, EU

US and EU not close to deal on tariffs - EU's Dombrovskis
Crime|Election|Political|US|World

Some see Trump weaponizing government in targeting of judge and Democratic fundraising site

President Donald Trump's administration is providing another example of how it's targeting those the president feels are blocking his agenda

Some see Trump weaponizing government in targeting of judge and Democratic fundraising site
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Kennedy Center’s events scheduled for LGBTQ+ pride celebration canceled, organizers say

Organizers and the Kennedy Center have canceled a week’s worth of events celebrating LGBTQ+ rights for this summer’s World Pride festival in Washington, D

Kennedy Center’s events scheduled for LGBTQ+ pride celebration canceled, organizers say
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The US oversees a peace pledge for east Congo, hoping to ease its access to critical minerals

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has overseen the signing by Congo and Rwanda of a pledge to work toward a peace deal that would ease U.S. access to critical minerals in resource-rich eastern Congo

The US oversees a peace pledge for east Congo, hoping to ease its access to critical minerals
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Steelers first-round pick Derrick Harmon's mother, Tiffany Saine, dies shortly after his selection

Pittsburgh Steelers first-round draft pick Derrick Harmon’s mother, Tiffany Saine, died shortly after Pittsburgh selected the defensive lineman from Oregon with the 21st overall pick

Steelers first-round pick Derrick Harmon's mother, Tiffany Saine, dies shortly after his selection
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Mexico president open to modifying telecoms bill after censorship accusations

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum called on Friday for part of a controversial telecommunications bill to be changed or eliminated, after critics said the legislation could

Mexico president open to modifying telecoms bill after censorship accusations
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US charges Milwaukee judge with obstructing immigration arrest in Trump crackdown

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US charges Milwaukee judge with obstructing immigration arrest in Trump crackdown
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Barrick Gold contractors in Mali lay off staff amid government dispute -documents, sources

At least four subcontractors employing several hundred people at Barrick Gold's complex in Mali are laying off staff following a two-year dispute

Barrick Gold contractors in Mali lay off staff amid government dispute -documents, sources
Economy|Travel|World

Migrants deterred by Trump's border crackdown wait for UN help to return home

Migrants deterred by U.S.

Migrants deterred by Trump's border crackdown wait for UN help to return home
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US judge blocks Trump from ending union bargaining for many federal workers

A federal judge on Friday temporarily blocked the administration of President Donald Trump from stripping hundreds of thousands of federal employees of the ability to

US judge blocks Trump from ending union bargaining for many federal workers
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Ex-Taliban commander pleads guilty to taking US journalist hostage

A former commander in the Taliban has pleaded guilty to taking an American journalist and two Afghan nationals hostage in Afghanistan and Pakistan in 2008 and

Ex-Taliban commander pleads guilty to taking US journalist hostage
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World Bank chief economist sounds alarm on emerging market debt issues, urges liberalization

Spiking trade uncertainty is compounding rising debt and sluggish growth problems facing emerging markets and developing countries, but cutting their own

World Bank chief economist sounds alarm on emerging market debt issues, urges liberalization
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Pakistan minister urges international probe of Kashmir attack, NYT reports

Pakistan believes an international investigation is needed into the killing of 26 men at a tourist spot in Indian Kashmir this week and is willing to work with international investigators,

Pakistan minister urges international probe of Kashmir attack, NYT reports
Europe|Political|World

Trump calls for Ukraine and Russia to meet for 'very high level' talks, says they are close to deal

President Donald Trump is calling for Ukraine and Russia to meet for “very high level talks,” saying they are “very close to a deal” after productive meetings

Trump calls for Ukraine and Russia to meet for 'very high level' talks, says they are close to deal
Political|US|World

The Latest: FBI arrests a judge accused of helping a man evade immigration agents

The FBI has arrested Milwaukee Judge Hannah Dugan, saying she “intentionally misdirected” federal immigration agents away from a man they were trying to take into custody at her courthouse

The Latest: FBI arrests a judge accused of helping a man evade immigration agents
Crime|Education|Political|US|World

Prosecution of Wisconsin judge underscores Trump administration’s aggressive approach to immigration enforcement

Prosecution of Wisconsin judge underscores Trump administration’s aggressive approach to immigration enforcement

Prosecution of Wisconsin judge underscores Trump administration’s aggressive approach to immigration enforcement
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Attorney General Bondi rescinds Biden-era protections for journalists in leak investigations

Attorney General Bondi rescinds Biden-era protections for journalists in leak investigations

Attorney General Bondi rescinds Biden-era protections for journalists in leak investigations
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About 250,000 mourners pay last respects to Pope Francis over 3 days of public viewing

Three days of public viewing of Pope Francis’ body by ordinary mourners and statesmen alike have ended and the pontiff's coffin sealed

About 250,000 mourners pay last respects to Pope Francis over 3 days of public viewing
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Trump says Russia and Ukraine ‘very close to deal’ after Witkoff meets Putin

Trump says Russia and Ukraine ‘very close to deal’ after Witkoff meets Putin

Trump says Russia and Ukraine ‘very close to deal’ after Witkoff meets Putin
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China criticizes US for 'recent abuse' of tariffs

China's central bank governor on Friday criticized the U.S. for threatening global financial stability with its "recent abuse" of tariffs, in the wake of recent moves seen by

China criticizes US for 'recent abuse' of tariffs
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IMF policy committee underscores trade risks to global economy, commits to Fund's role

International Monetary Fund member countries said on Friday that rising trade tensions were sapping growth and fueling

IMF policy committee underscores trade risks to global economy, commits to Fund's role
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Rubio replaces top US diplomat for Europe with former Senate staffer, consultant

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has appointed a former member of his Senate staff who primarily

Rubio replaces top US diplomat for Europe with former Senate staffer, consultant
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JPMorgan survey shows consensus over weak dollar, US stagflation

There is a much higher risk of stagflation than recession in the U.S. economy over the next year, while the asset class most expected to outperform in 2025 is cash, according to the results

JPMorgan survey shows consensus over weak dollar, US stagflation
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Former Fed governor Warsh blasts US central bank for leaving its lane

Former Federal Reserve Governor Kevin Warsh, with whom President Donald Trump is reported to have discussed firing U.S. central bank chief Jerome Powell and

Former Fed governor Warsh blasts US central bank for leaving its lane
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Magnitude 6.3 earthquake strikes Ecuador, 20 injured

A magnitude 6.3 earthquake struck near the coast of Ecuador on Friday, the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) said, injuring at least 20 people, damaging buildings in

Magnitude 6.3 earthquake strikes Ecuador, 20 injured
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Trump administration lays out roadmap to streamline tariff talks, WSJ reports

U.S. officials plan to conduct trade negotiations using a new template setting common terms for many of the talks over President Trump’s reciprocal tariffs, The Wall Street Journal

Trump administration lays out roadmap to streamline tariff talks, WSJ reports
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Justice Department says it will resume practice of obtaining reporters' records in leak inquiries

The Justice Department is poised to crack down on leaks of information to the news media, authorizing prosecutors to issue subpoenas to news organizations as part of leak investigations, serve search warrants when appropriate and force journalists to testify about their sources

Justice Department says it will resume practice of obtaining reporters' records in leak inquiries
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Ex-CISA boss says Trump actions risk 'dangerously degrading' US cyber defenses

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Ex-CISA boss says Trump actions risk 'dangerously degrading' US cyber defenses
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Fact check: It wasn’t ‘in jest.’ Here are 53 times Trump said he’d end Ukraine war within 24 hours or before taking office

Fact check: It wasn’t ‘in jest.’ Here are 53 times Trump said he’d end Ukraine war within 24 hours or before taking office

Fact check: It wasn’t ‘in jest.’ Here are 53 times Trump said he’d end Ukraine war within 24 hours or before taking office
Political|US|World

Former NATO Supreme Allied Cmdr. on Ukraine peace talks

Retired Gen. Wesley Clark analyzes the state of peace talks to end Russia's war against Ukraine and tells Wolf that President Trump's desire for a "quick agreement" will likely result in a "bad agreement."

Former NATO Supreme Allied Cmdr. on Ukraine peace talks
Europe|World

Pope's burial place reflects his 'humble, essential' life, Rome's poor will pay him a final tribute

The head of the basilica that is housing Pope Francis's tomb says it reflects his “humble, simple and essential" life

Pope's burial place reflects his 'humble, essential' life, Rome's poor will pay him a final tribute
Political|Sports|Travel|World

Wyden asks Trump administration officials to reconsider travel policies ahead of the World Cup

Sen. Ron Wyden of Oregon has asked top Trump administration officials to reconsider policies that are impacting travelers arriving in the United States, citing upcoming sporting events like the 2026 World Cup

Wyden asks Trump administration officials to reconsider travel policies ahead of the World Cup
Education|Political|US|World

ICE is reversing the termination of legal status for international students around the US

Federal officials say the government is reversing the termination of legal status for international students after many filed court challenges around the U.S. That word came Friday

ICE is reversing the termination of legal status for international students around the US
Economy|Political|US|World

Annexing Canada, Xi calls, no third term ‘loopholes’: 9 things we learned from TIME’s Trump interview

Annexing Canada, Xi calls, no third term ‘loopholes’: 9 things we learned from TIME’s Trump interview

Annexing Canada, Xi calls, no third term ‘loopholes’: 9 things we learned from TIME’s Trump interview
Sports|US|World

NTSB investigating why famed pilot crashed beside runway days before he was to perform at airshow

NTSB investigating why famed pilot crashed beside runway days before he was to perform at airshow

NTSB investigating why famed pilot crashed beside runway days before he was to perform at airshow
Europe|Political|World

More than 100,000 pay respects to Pope Francis in final hours of lying-in-state

More than 100,000 mourners filed into St.

More than 100,000 pay respects to Pope Francis in final hours of lying-in-state
Crime|Economy|Political|Stock Markets|World

India hunts militants in Kashmir as tensions with Pakistan soar

Armed police and soldiers searched homes and forests for militants in Indian Kashmir on Friday and India's army chief reviewed security there

India hunts militants in Kashmir as tensions with Pakistan soar
Business|Economy|Finance|World

UK's Reeves talks trade with US's Bessent after stressing EU ties

British finance minister Rachel Reeves met U.S.

UK's Reeves talks trade with US's Bessent after stressing EU ties
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Oil posts weekly fall on tariff worry and rising supplies

Oil prices edged higher on Friday but posted a weekly decline, under pressure from market expectations of oversupply and uncertainty around tariff talks between

Oil posts weekly fall on tariff worry and rising supplies
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Stocks rise with tech-related shares, notch weekly gains; dollar up

Most stock indexes climbed on Friday, with Wall Street buoyed by technology-related shares, while the dollar had its first weekly rise in over a month as

Stocks rise with tech-related shares, notch weekly gains; dollar up
Political|US|World

Trump says Ukraine deal close after envoy Witkoff meets Putin

U.S.

Trump says Ukraine deal close after envoy Witkoff meets Putin
Europe|World

Cardinals seal Pope Francis’ coffin, formally ending his lying in state at the Vatican

Cardinals seal Pope Francis’ coffin, formally ending his lying in state at the Vatican

Cardinals seal Pope Francis’ coffin, formally ending his lying in state at the Vatican
Political|Technology|World

Negotiations between Iran and the US over Tehran's nuclear program return to secluded Oman

Negotiations between Iran and the United States over Tehran’s rapidly advancing nuclear program are to return to the secluded sultanate of Oman

Negotiations between Iran and the US over Tehran's nuclear program return to secluded Oman
Political|World

Myanmar junta defies quake ceasefire to continue deadly attacks, data shows

Myanmar's junta has kept up a deadly military campaign, including airstrikes and artillery assaults, despite

Myanmar junta defies quake ceasefire to continue deadly attacks, data shows
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Swiss National Bank warns of economic fallout from trade conflict

Increased global economic risks will likely weigh on Switzerland's economic growth, Swiss National Bank Chairman Martin Schlegel said on Friday, adding the current

Swiss National Bank warns of economic fallout from trade conflict
Europe|Political|World

Kyiv Mayor Klitschko says Ukraine may have to temporarily cede land for peace

Kyiv's Mayor Vitali Klitschko said Ukraine may need to temporarily cede land as part of a peace deal with Russia, Britain's BBC reported on Friday.

Kyiv Mayor Klitschko says Ukraine may have to temporarily cede land for peace
Business|Environment|Technology|World

Automakers rush to meet surging China demand for long-range hybrids

Chinese automakers and foreign rivals are launching ever more advanced long-range hybrids to meet rising demand in the world's

Automakers rush to meet surging China demand for long-range hybrids
Business|Economy|World

Turkish households see inflation at 59.3% in 12 months, cenbank says

Turkish inflation expectations edged up in April for businesses and market participants, and remained steady at 59.3% in 12 months time for households, the central bank said on

Turkish households see inflation at 59.3% in 12 months, cenbank says
Asia|Business|Economy|World

China vows in Politburo meeting to support firms, workers affected by tariffs

China's top policymakers pledged to support firms and workers most affected by the impact of triple-digit U.S. tariffs and urged the country to prepare for worst-case scenarios,

China vows in Politburo meeting to support firms, workers affected by tariffs
Election|Europe|Political|World

Eurosceptic Simion hopes to ride wave of anger to victory in Romanian election

Eurosceptic George Simion will get a second shot at becoming Romania's president on May 4, hoping to ride a wave of anger stirred by the cancellation of a December

Eurosceptic Simion hopes to ride wave of anger to victory in Romanian election
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Zimbabwe's local currency inflation at over 85% y/y in April

Zimbabwe's annual inflation rate was at 85.7% in April in local currency terms, statistics agency data showed.

Zimbabwe's local currency inflation at over 85% y/y in April
Americas|Crime|World

Mother and son who helped expose ‘extermination camp’ killed in Jalisco, Mexico

Mother and son who helped expose ‘extermination camp’ killed in Jalisco, Mexico

Mother and son who helped expose ‘extermination camp’ killed in Jalisco, Mexico
Europe|Health|Political|Travel|World

Thousands line up to pay respect to Francis, the pope of 'outcasts'

Roger Yu, a gay man from the Philippines who abandoned plans to become a priest, said he was in Italy to pay homage to Pope Francis, a spiritual leader he saw as an inspiring

Thousands line up to pay respect to Francis, the pope of 'outcasts'
Europe|Political|World

Polish government seeks European approval for judicial reform

The Polish government has sent a proposed judicial reform to European legal experts for approval in a new attempt to undo changes by its predecessor that prompted the European Union

Polish government seeks European approval for judicial reform
Business|Economy|US|World

US seeks India trade deal on e-commerce, crops and data storage, Bloomberg News reports

A U.S.-India trade agreement under discussion will cover 19 categories, including greater market access for farm goods, e-commerce, data storage and critical minerals, Bloomberg News

US seeks India trade deal on e-commerce, crops and data storage, Bloomberg News reports
Asia|Business|Economy|US|World

Beijing accuses Washington of 'misleading the public' about trade talks

China's foreign ministry urged Washington on Friday to stop "misleading the public" on bilateral tariff negotiations, and said it wasn't familiar with reports on whether Beijing

Beijing accuses Washington of 'misleading the public' about trade talks
Economy|Political|World

Congo and Rwanda sign pathway to peace in US-brokered agreement

Congo and Rwanda vowed to come up with a draft peace deal by May 2 and refrain from providing military support to armed groups, according to an agreement

Congo and Rwanda sign pathway to peace in US-brokered agreement
Business|Economy|World

Paraguay's soy farmers ride tariff war 'toboggan'

For Paraguay's soy farmers and exporters, the global trade tariff war is an unpredictable ride that makes them fear the effects of

Paraguay's soy farmers ride tariff war 'toboggan'
Business|Economy|MidEast|World

Syrian president and Iraqi delegation discuss restoring oil pipeline via Syria

An Iraqi delegation met with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Damascus on Friday to discuss restoring an Iraqi oil pipeline through Syria to Mediterranean ports, the Iraqi state

Syrian president and Iraqi delegation discuss restoring oil pipeline via Syria
Asia|Business|Economy|US|World

Thai exports could beat 2025 target but US tariff challenge looms, commerce minister says

Thai export growth could exceed targets this year but challenges loom as the government seeks to negotiate a tariff deal with the United States that would benefit both sides, its

Thai exports could beat 2025 target but US tariff challenge looms, commerce minister says
Business|Economy|World

Mexico expands its largest port as it bets on global trade despite Trump's tariffs

A massive expansion of Mexico's largest seaport is under way as Mexican authorities bet on positive economic growth and the strength of global trade

Mexico expands its largest port as it bets on global trade despite Trump's tariffs
Political|World

Ukraine says it reaffirmed its positions at London talks

Kyiv's delegation at a meeting with allies in London this week reaffirmed the principles on which talks on ending Russia's war in Ukraine are based, including never recognising any

Ukraine says it reaffirmed its positions at London talks
Economy|Political|World

UN food, refugee agencies plan deep cuts as funding slashed, memos show

The U.N. agencies for food and refugees plan deep cuts due to an unprecedented plunge in funding, including from former top donor the U.S., internal memos sent to

UN food, refugee agencies plan deep cuts as funding slashed, memos show
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump’s tariffs inflict political pain on Hungary’s Orban, other European far-right leaders

After Donald Trump’s inauguration in January, Hungarian leader Viktor Orban predicted the “Trump tornado” would usher in a golden era for Europe’s far right.

Trump’s tariffs inflict political pain on Hungary’s Orban, other European far-right leaders
Africa|Election|Political|World

Gabon's constitutional court confirms Nguema's presidential win

Gabon's Constitutional Court on Friday confirmed Brice Oligui Nguema won the Central African nation's April 12 presidential election, official results showed.

Gabon's constitutional court confirms Nguema's presidential win
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Global equity funds see second week of inflows on easing US-China tariff tensions

Global equity funds attracted inflows for a second straight week through April 23, supported by signs of a potential de-escalation in the tariff war between the U.S. and China, which

Global equity funds see second week of inflows on easing US-China tariff tensions
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Sub-Saharan Africa must lift revenue to ride out global turbulence - IMF Africa head

Sub-Saharan African economies should work to increase their domestic revenue collection to avoid having to take on debt amid "

Sub-Saharan Africa must lift revenue to ride out global turbulence - IMF Africa head
Political|World

How Pope Francis touched a migrant's heart, saying 'we're all the same people'

Diane Karla Abano, a Filipino migrant living in Rome, has vivid memories of the day that Pope Francis touched

How Pope Francis touched a migrant's heart, saying 'we're all the same people'
Education|Political|World

College journalists wrestle with transparency as students fear deportation for speaking out

College journalists across the U.S. are navigating a surge in requests to remove previously published content amid the Trump administration’s crackdown on student protesters and what critics describe as unprecedented attacks on campus speech

College journalists wrestle with transparency as students fear deportation for speaking out
Business|Economy|Environment|Food|World

War-hit Congo park turns to chocolate gorillas in conservation push

Threatened by armed conflict, volcanic activity and rampant deforestation, Africa's oldest national park is turning to a new product to

War-hit Congo park turns to chocolate gorillas in conservation push
Political|US|World

Trump's migration stance overshadowed ties with Pope Francis

Shortly after Pope Francis' death was announced on Monday, President Donald Trump ordered American flags dropped to half-staff, offering nothing but praise for

Trump's migration stance overshadowed ties with Pope Francis
Political|World

UN refugee agency reduces support for Ukrainians fleeing frontline

The United Nations' refugee agency has had to reduce support for newly displaced people in Ukraine as frontline attacks intensify, it said on Friday, blaming

UN refugee agency reduces support for Ukrainians fleeing frontline
Business|Economy|Technology|US|World

Apple moving to make most iPhones for US in India rather than China, source says

Apple aims to make most of its iPhones sold in the United States at factories in India by the end of 2026, and is speeding up those plans to navigate

Apple moving to make most iPhones for US in India rather than China, source says
Europe|Political|World

What to expect at Pope Francis' funeral

The funeral of Pope Francis, who died this week at the age of 88, takes place on Saturday in St. Peter's Square.

What to expect at Pope Francis' funeral
Political|World

US lists demands at UN as Syria seeks sanctions relief

The United States publicly spelled out at the United Nations on Friday the steps it wants Syria to take before Washington will change its stance toward

US lists demands at UN as Syria seeks sanctions relief
Business|Economy|Education|World

US universities help foreign students weather Trump purge

From warnings not to leave the country to guidance on how to complete degrees, U.S. universities are advising foreign students how to withstand President

US universities help foreign students weather Trump purge
MidEast|Political|World

Iran sees missile programme as main sticking point in US talks

Iran sees its missile programme rather than its uranium enrichment as a bigger obstacle in nuclear talks with the United States that resume on

Iran sees missile programme as main sticking point in US talks
Health|US|World

Measles cases in Texas rise to 646, state health department says

The Texas health department reported 646 cases of measles in the state on Friday, an increase of 22 cases from three days ago, as the United States battles one of its worst outbreaks of the

Measles cases in Texas rise to 646, state health department says
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Latam, Caribbean slow growth has downside risks, says IMF

Economic growth in Latin America and the Caribbean is expected to slow this year partly weighed by political and trade uncertainty and the impact of tariffs, an IMF official said on Friday.

Latam, Caribbean slow growth has downside risks, says IMF
Health|MidEast|Political|World

Trump says he pushed Netanyahu on Gaza aid

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday that he pushed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to allow food and medicine into the devastated Gaza Strip.

Trump says he pushed Netanyahu on Gaza aid
Europe|Political|World

Clashes at far-right protest mar Portugal's Revolution Day

Portuguese riot police detained several ultra-right protesters on Friday after clashes in downtown Lisbon marred celebrations of the 51st anniversary of the Carnation Revolution,

Clashes at far-right protest mar Portugal's Revolution Day
Asia|Political|World

Trump says India, Pakistan will sort out tensions

India and Pakistan will figure out relations between themselves, U.S.

Trump says India, Pakistan will sort out tensions
Political|US|World

Trump says Ukraine has not signed minerals deal

U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday said Ukraine has not yet signed a deal on rare earth minerals and he hopes it will be signed immediately.

Trump says Ukraine has not signed minerals deal
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Colombia's central bank expected to hold rates despite government pressure- Reuters poll

Colombia's central bank should leave its benchmark interest rate unchanged in its meeting next week, a Reuters poll predicted on Friday, as inflation is expected to

Colombia's central bank expected to hold rates despite government pressure- Reuters poll
Political|Science|Technology|World

Russian satellite linked to nuclear weapon program appears out of control, U.S. analysts say

The secretive Russian satellite in space that U.S. officials believe is connected to a nuclear anti-satellite weapon program has appeared to be spinning

Russian satellite linked to nuclear weapon program appears out of control, U.S. analysts say
Africa|Political|World

Congo and Rwanda sign pathway to peace in US-brokered agreement

Congo and Rwanda vowed to come up with a draft peace deal by May 2 and refrain from providing military support to armed groups, according to an agreement

Congo and Rwanda sign pathway to peace in US-brokered agreement
Political|World

US visit by far-right Israeli minister draws tense protests and 'big fissures' in Jewish community

A visit to the U.S. by far-right Israeli security minister Itamar Ben-Gvir is prompting fierce protests and exposing rifts in the American Jewish community

US visit by far-right Israeli minister draws tense protests and 'big fissures' in Jewish community
Crime|Political|US|World

Fears of racial profiling swirl over registration policy for immigrants in the US illegally

The Trump administration plans to strictly require anyone illegally in the U.S. to register with the government and carry documentation

Fears of racial profiling swirl over registration policy for immigrants in the US illegally
Political|World

In reverse of a longtime stance, US says UN Palestinian refugee agency isn't immune from lawsuits

The Trump administration has decided that the U.N. agency for Palestinian refugees is not immune from being sued, reversing the U.S. government’s longstanding position that the organization was protected from civil liability

In reverse of a longtime stance, US says UN Palestinian refugee agency isn't immune from lawsuits
Economy|Political|World

New Syrian foreign minister attends UN Security Council in first US appearance since Assad's fall

Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shibani has attended a U_N_ Security Council briefing, raising his country’s new flag at the international body and saying he represents a "new Syria.”

New Syrian foreign minister attends UN Security Council in first US appearance since Assad's fall
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukrainian and European peace deal counterproposals to US at talks in London

Reuters has seen the text of a set of proposals on how to end Russia's war in Ukraine that were given to the U.S. side on Wednesday by Ukrainian and European officials at talks in

Ukrainian and European peace deal counterproposals to US at talks in London
Economy|Political|World

Ukraine peace deal proposals set out by US at talks in Paris

Reuters has seen the text of a set of proposals to end Russia's war in Ukraine that were presented to European officials by U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff at talks in Paris on April 17.

Ukraine peace deal proposals set out by US at talks in Paris
Africa|Economy|Health|World

World Food Programme to reduce food support in Sudan due to funding shortages

The World Food Programme warned on Friday it is facing a funding shortfall that could affect its ability to support people facing acute food shortages in Sudan

World Food Programme to reduce food support in Sudan due to funding shortages
Political|US|World

In first 100 days, Trump tells migrants 'leave the United States'

After Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Taras Atamanchuk found safety for his family near Houston, Texas.

In first 100 days, Trump tells migrants 'leave the United States'
Political|US|World

Russia's Putin meets US envoy Witkoff, Interfax says

Russia's President Vladimir Putin met U.S. President Donald Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff in the Kremlin on Friday, Putin's spokesman Dmitry Peskov was quoted by Interfax as saying.

Russia's Putin meets US envoy Witkoff, Interfax says
Europe|Political|World

Kosovo in political stalemate as parliament fails to elect speaker

Kosovo's parliament failed to elect a new speaker for the fourth time on Friday, prolonging a legislative crisis that has prevented efforts to form a new

Kosovo in political stalemate as parliament fails to elect speaker
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance|World

South Africa 2025 economic growth forecast cut to 1.5% on tariff worries: Reuters poll

South African economic growth will be a bit weaker this year than thought a month ago partly due to trade tensions, with U.S.

South Africa 2025 economic growth forecast cut to 1.5% on tariff worries: Reuters poll
Political|US|World

Trump says Xi called him, lays out trade and other deal plans in Time interview

U.S.

Trump says Xi called him, lays out trade and other deal plans in Time interview
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Northern Mexico farmers fight drought amid water dispute with the US

Dead animals lie scattered across the planes of this cattle ranching town in northern Mexico, victims of a long-term drought that is forcing farmers

Northern Mexico farmers fight drought amid water dispute with the US
Political|US|World

Highlights of Trump's Time magazine interview

Following are key quotes from an interview that U.S.

Highlights of Trump's Time magazine interview
Economy|Environment|Political|World

World Bank is not an American bank, German development minister says

The Trump administration cannot determine the mission of the World Bank because the global lender's goals are based on agreement by many countries, Svenja

World Bank is not an American bank, German development minister says
Africa|Americas|Crime|World

Americans linked to Congo coup attempt plead not guilty to US criminal charges

Four Americans pleaded not guilty to criminal charges in a federal court in Utah after authorities said they conspired to stage a violent coup in Congo that failed

Americans linked to Congo coup attempt plead not guilty to US criminal charges
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Swiss National Bank chairman rebuffs bitcoin as reserve asset

The head of the Swiss National Bank said on Friday that cryptocurrencies failed to meet the institution's currency reserve standards, rebuffing calls by crypto advocates that it hold

Swiss National Bank chairman rebuffs bitcoin as reserve asset
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

USTR holds productive meeting with South Korea, statement says

U.S.

USTR holds productive meeting with South Korea, statement says
Environment|Opinion|Political|Science|World

Tensions over Kashmir and a warming planet have placed the Indus Waters Treaty on life support

India has said it would suspend crucial treaty governing river flows in disputed Kashmir. Pakistan has said any disruption to water supply would be ‘an act of war.’

Tensions over Kashmir and a warming planet have placed the Indus Waters Treaty on life support
Political|World

World Food Programme runs out of food stocks in Gaza as aid block persists

The World Food Programme said on Friday it had run out of food stocks in Gaza due to the sustained closure of crossings into the enclave,

World Food Programme runs out of food stocks in Gaza as aid block persists
Political|US|World

Trump open to meeting Iran's leaders, sees chance of deal, he tells Time magazine

U.S.

Trump open to meeting Iran's leaders, sees chance of deal, he tells Time magazine
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump reiterates that he spoke with China's Xi, offers no details

U.S.

Trump reiterates that he spoke with China's Xi, offers no details
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Russia keeps key rate on hold, braces for global turbulence

The Russian central bank maintained its key interest rate at 21% on Friday, with inflation starting to decline but new risks facing the Russian

Russia keeps key rate on hold, braces for global turbulence
Americas|Political|US|World

Venezuelans' lawyers urge judge to order Trump to facilitate return from El Salvador

Lawyers for a group of at least 137 Venezuelan men sent to a prison in El Salvador last month have urged a judge to order Republican President Donald Trump's administration to

Venezuelans' lawyers urge judge to order Trump to facilitate return from El Salvador
Europe|Political|World

Seating plan for a pope's funeral – it's complicated, or compliqué

They may be the most powerful people on earth, but for the seating arrangement at Pope Francis' funeral on Saturday, all foreign leaders will play second

Seating plan for a pope's funeral – it's complicated, or compliqué
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Safran says China to exempt jet engines and parts from tariffs

China has decided to grant exemptions from import tariffs for some aircraft parts, including jet engines, the head of French engine maker Safran said on

Safran says China to exempt jet engines and parts from tariffs
Europe|Political|World

Documents expose differences over U.S. peace drive for Ukraine

Ukrainian and European officials pushed back this week against some U.S. proposals on how to end Russia's war in Ukraine, making counterproposals on issues from territory to

Documents expose differences over U.S. peace drive for Ukraine
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Germany's fiscal shift will offset trade drag starting in 2026, IMF official says

Germany's fiscal expansion will boost its economy starting in 2026 after years of weak growth, offsetting the increased drag from U.S. tariffs, Oya Celasun,

Germany's fiscal shift will offset trade drag starting in 2026, IMF official says
Americas|Europe|World

Argentines bid poignant farewell to countryman Pope Francis at Vatican

Argentine Marcelo Bruno jumped into a car early on Thursday and set off on the long drive to Rome from Syracuse on the island of Sicily, to bid farewell to

Argentines bid poignant farewell to countryman Pope Francis at Vatican
Business|Economy|Technology|US|World

Vehicle carriers seek relief from broad US port fees

Operators of hulking car carriers are seeking relief from the U.S.

Vehicle carriers seek relief from broad US port fees
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|World

IMF's Georgieva says Argentine people to decide election, government should keep reforms

International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said on Friday that Argentina's election in October was for its people to decide, clarifying her remarks on

IMF's Georgieva says Argentine people to decide election, government should keep reforms
Asia|Business|Economy|Health|World

US business lobby in China: Some pharma firms reporting tariff exemptions

Pharmaceutical companies in China are reporting that they have been able to import some drugs over the past week with tariff exemptions, the Beijing

US business lobby in China: Some pharma firms reporting tariff exemptions
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Trump tariffs likely to push down UK inflation, BoE's Greene says

Bank of England policymaker Megan Greene said U.S.

Trump tariffs likely to push down UK inflation, BoE's Greene says
Economy|Political|US|World

Social Security may lose thousands more staff under new Trump rule

The Social Security Administration could lose thousands more staff beyond the 7,000 already targeted for cuts due to a move by the Trump administration to

Social Security may lose thousands more staff under new Trump rule
Business|Economy|Finance|World

EU will 'leave no stone unturned' to reduce trade-related uncertainty, Ireland's Donohue says

The European Union will do all it can to engage with the U.S. on trade and reduce the massive uncertainty that is weighing down the global economy, Irish Finance

EU will 'leave no stone unturned' to reduce trade-related uncertainty, Ireland's Donohue says
Political|World

US Congress unlikely to back a Greenland invasion, top Democrat says

The United States Congress is unlikely to support any invasion of Denmark's semi-autonomous territory of Greenland, the top Democrat in the House of Representatives said while on

US Congress unlikely to back a Greenland invasion, top Democrat says
Asia|Election|Political|World

Philippine president orders probe into alleged foreign interference in elections

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos has ordered an investigation into alleged foreign interference in next month's elections after a top security official's warning that Chinese

Philippine president orders probe into alleged foreign interference in elections
Business|Economy|Health|US|World

US pharma tariffs would raise US drug costs by $51 billion annually, report finds

A 25% U.S. tariff on pharmaceutical imports would increase U.S. drug costs by nearly $51 billion annually, boosting U.S. prices by as much as 12.9% if passed on, a

US pharma tariffs would raise US drug costs by $51 billion annually, report finds
Business|Economy|Europe|Travel|World

Belgian airports cancel flights on Tuesday as strike looms

Brussels Airport, Belgium's main international flight hub, will cancel several flights on Tuesday, while Charleroi Airport plans to suspend all departures the same day due to a

Belgian airports cancel flights on Tuesday as strike looms
Crime|Political|World

Kremlin blames Ukraine for car bomb killing of general near Moscow

The Kremlin blamed Ukraine for a car bomb that killed a senior Russian military officer near Moscow on Friday, hours before U.S.

Kremlin blames Ukraine for car bomb killing of general near Moscow
Economy|Education|Political|Travel|World

Pope Francis bestowed a special nickname on AP's Vatican reporter for her often-tough questions

Associated Press reporter Nicole Winfield, who covered Pope Francis at the Vatican during his entire pontificate, earned the nickname “la prima della classe” -- or “the first in class” -- from him in 2018

Pope Francis bestowed a special nickname on AP's Vatican reporter for her often-tough questions
Sports|World

Djokovic says tennis will always outlive its star players and he can feel the changes taking place

Novak Djokovic says he can feel the changes taking place in tennis

Djokovic says tennis will always outlive its star players and he can feel the changes taking place
Europe|Sports|World

Harry Kane is about to end his long wait for a trophy with Bayern Munich after a career as runner-up

World soccer’s great runner-up is finally about to lift a trophy

Harry Kane is about to end his long wait for a trophy with Bayern Munich after a career as runner-up
Political|US|World

Donald Trump's trip to Pope Francis' funeral puts a sharper focus on their clashes over the years

The clash in style between Donald Trump and Pope Francis and their positions on migration, the environment and poverty will come into sharper focus with the president in Rome for Francis’ funeral

Donald Trump's trip to Pope Francis' funeral puts a sharper focus on their clashes over the years
Crime|Sports|World

Family of Ecuadorian soccer player rescued after being kidnapped

Police say the family of Ecuadorian soccer player Jackson Rodríguez has been rescued after being kidnapped from their home in the coastal city of Guayaquil

Family of Ecuadorian soccer player rescued after being kidnapped
Political|World

UN food agency says its food stocks in Gaza have run out under Israel's blockade

The World Food Program says its food stocks in Gaza have run out under Israel’s nearly 8-week-old blockade, ending a main source of sustenance for hundreds of thousands of Palestinians in the territory

UN food agency says its food stocks in Gaza have run out under Israel's blockade
Crime|Europe|Political|World

A Russian general was killed by a car bomb just outside Moscow

Russia’s top criminal investigation agency says a senior military officer has been killed by a car bomb

A Russian general was killed by a car bomb just outside Moscow
Americas|Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|World

A Mexican musician uses a contentious genre to sing of women imprisoned for killing their abusers

A Mexican music icon is using a typically male genre to sing of women imprisoned for killing their abusers while defending themselves and to highlight the more complicated aspects of gender-based violence

A Mexican musician uses a contentious genre to sing of women imprisoned for killing their abusers
Crime|Sports|World

Judge declares mistrial in Hockey Canada sexual assault case

A judge declared a mistrial in the sexual assault case involving five former members of Canada’s world junior hockey team

Judge declares mistrial in Hockey Canada sexual assault case
Political|World

UN runs out of food in Gaza two months after Israel’s total blockade

UN runs out of food in Gaza two months after Israel’s total blockade

UN runs out of food in Gaza two months after Israel’s total blockade
Environment|Lifestyle|World

Feathered family stuck on a rooftop gets a fairytale ending

Feathered family stuck on a rooftop gets a fairytale ending

Feathered family stuck on a rooftop gets a fairytale ending
Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel|World

They had a teen summer romance. 26 years later, they reunited

They had a teen summer romance. 26 years later, they reunited

They had a teen summer romance. 26 years later, they reunited
Arts|Entertainment|World

So you saw 'Conclave' the movie. Here's what it got right – and wrong – about real-life conclaves

Speculation surrounding a conclave to elect a pope is a time-honored tradition

So you saw 'Conclave' the movie. Here's what it got right – and wrong – about real-life conclaves
Asia|Political|World

Here's why a flare-up between India and Pakistan over Kashmir matters

India and Pakistan have intensified their hostilities over the hotly contested Kashmir region following a massacre of 26 mostly Indian tourists, which New Delhi linked to Pakistan

Here's why a flare-up between India and Pakistan over Kashmir matters
Crime|Health|Political|World

As immigrant arrests surge, complaints of abuse mount at America's oldest detention center in Miami

As President Donald J

As immigrant arrests surge, complaints of abuse mount at America's oldest detention center in Miami
Europe|Political|World

Why Trump’s Crimea proposal would tear down a decades-old pillar of the global order

Why Trump’s Crimea proposal would tear down a decades-old pillar of the global order

Why Trump’s Crimea proposal would tear down a decades-old pillar of the global order
Europe|World

Vatican asks visitors not to take selfies with late pope

Vatican asks visitors not to take selfies with late pope

Vatican asks visitors not to take selfies with late pope
Political|US|World

How the public's shift on immigration paved the way for Trump's crackdown

Since returning to the White House, President Donald Trump has launched an unprecedented campaign of immigration enforcement that has pushed the limits of executive power and clashed with federal judges trying to restrain him

How the public's shift on immigration paved the way for Trump's crackdown
Political|US|World

Immigration is Trump's strongest issue, but many say he's gone too far, a new AP-NORC poll finds

A new poll finds President Donald Trump’s handling of immigration remains a point of strength as he takes wide-ranging action to ramp up deportations and target people in the U.S. illegally

Immigration is Trump's strongest issue, but many say he's gone too far, a new AP-NORC poll finds
Europe|Political|World

MOURNERS PAY FINAL RESPECTS TO POPE FRANCIS (6aET)

Francis’ coffin is currently lying in state at St. Peter’s Basilica. After his funeral on Saturday, which will largely be held outside in St. Peter’s Square and will be attended by 130 delegations including 50 heads of state and 10 reigning monarchs, a procession will take his body from that basilica to the pope’s final resting place at Santa Maria Maggiore. Ivan Rodriguez reports from Rome.

MOURNERS PAY FINAL RESPECTS TO POPE FRANCIS (6aET)
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine hit by another night of deadly Russian strikes despite Trump’s ‘Vladimir, STOP!’ plea

Ukraine hit by another night of deadly Russian strikes despite Trump’s ‘Vladimir, STOP!’ plea

Ukraine hit by another night of deadly Russian strikes despite Trump’s ‘Vladimir, STOP!’ plea
Europe|Political|World

Why Pope Francis isn’t being buried in the Vatican

Why Pope Francis isn’t being buried in the Vatican

Why Pope Francis isn’t being buried in the Vatican
Economy|Environment|Political|Technology|World

Why Trump is signing an executive action on mining the deep ocean

Why Trump is signing an executive action on mining the deep ocean

Why Trump is signing an executive action on mining the deep ocean
Asia|Political|World

Indian officials say troops exchanged fire with Pakistani soldiers in disputed Kashmir

Indian officials says that Indian and Pakistani soldiers briefly exchanged fire along their highly militarized frontier in Kashmir

Indian officials say troops exchanged fire with Pakistani soldiers in disputed Kashmir
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Swiss leader says Trump administration foresees 'privileged' talks with 15 countries on US tariffs

The Swiss president says Switzerland is among 15 countries with which the United States plans to conduct “privileged” negotiations to help reach a deal in the wake of sweeping U.S. tariffs on dozens of countries that have shaken global markets

Swiss leader says Trump administration foresees 'privileged' talks with 15 countries on US tariffs
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|US|World

China quietly rolls back retaliatory tariffs on some US-made semiconductors, import agencies say

China quietly rolls back retaliatory tariffs on some US-made semiconductors, import agencies say

China quietly rolls back retaliatory tariffs on some US-made semiconductors, import agencies say
Australia|Crime|Political|World

Australian prime minister condemns anti-Indigenous rights protests during war dead commemorations

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has condemned anti-Indigenous rights protesters who disrupted two Anzac Day dawn services as hundreds of thousands gathered across the nation to commemorate their war dead

Australian prime minister condemns anti-Indigenous rights protests during war dead commemorations
Asia|Business|Economy|World

7-Eleven's soon-to-be chief is confident he knows value, and thrifty customers

The first foreigner tapped to head 7-Eleven is confident the Japanese convenience store chain will continue to attract thrifty customers, even in an economic slowdown

7-Eleven's soon-to-be chief is confident he knows value, and thrifty customers
Business|Environment|Political|US|World

State Department nixes climate office, revamps energy bureau

The Trump administration has terminated federal employees in charge of U.S. global climate policy and climate aid as part of its

State Department nixes climate office, revamps energy bureau
Economy|Education|Health|Science|Technology|World

China’s data protection rules prompt pause from major European research funders

Several of Europe’s biggest funders of scientific collaboration with China, in fields such as viruses and air quality, have put bilateral research programmes on

China’s data protection rules prompt pause from major European research funders
Health|Political|World

Thai prime minister discharged from hospital after high fever

Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra was discharged from hospital after recovering from a high fever, a government official said on Friday. 

Thai prime minister discharged from hospital after high fever
Business|Economy|Political|World

Some European companies wary of expanding in US amid tariff chaos

U.S.

Some European companies wary of expanding in US amid tariff chaos
Business|Economy|Technology|US|World

China exempts some goods from US tariffs

China has exempted some U.S. imports from its 125% tariffs and is asking firms to identify critical goods they need levy-free, according to

China exempts some goods from US tariffs
Asia|Political|World

South Korea's former president Moon says bribery indictment is 'political'

South Korea's former president Moon Jae-in said on Friday that prosecutors were becoming political and abusing their power and that his indictment on bribery charges was

South Korea's former president Moon says bribery indictment is 'political'
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Poland likely to apply for EU leeway on defence spending, but worried others won't

Poland is likely to ask the European Commission next week for an exemption from European Union borrowing limits to keep up large defence

Poland likely to apply for EU leeway on defence spending, but worried others won't
Business|Economy|Technology|US|World

Samsung SDI says tariffs expected to raise production costs of US-made batteries

South Korea's Samsung SDI on Friday said U.S. tariffs will increase the cost of producing its electric vehicle (EV) batteries in the United States, as many materials and components

Samsung SDI says tariffs expected to raise production costs of US-made batteries
Business|Economy|Europe|US|World

US wants solution with Switzerland, Swiss president says after tariff talks in Washington

The United States wants a tariff solution with Switzerland, the Swiss president said in a Friday interview after meeting U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent in Washington.

US wants solution with Switzerland, Swiss president says after tariff talks in Washington
Crime|Political|World

A tourist massacre in Kashmir is escalating tensions between India and Pakistan. Here’s what we know

A tourist massacre in Kashmir is escalating tensions between India and Pakistan. Here’s what we know

A tourist massacre in Kashmir is escalating tensions between India and Pakistan. Here’s what we know
Political|World

Australians and New Zealanders commemorate war dead on Anzac Day

Hundreds of thousands of people have gathered across Australia and New Zealand for dawn services and street marches to commemorate their war dead on Anzac Day

Australians and New Zealanders commemorate war dead on Anzac Day
Asia|Crime|World

A Thai police plane crashes in the sea, killing all 6 on board

Thai officials say that a small police plane crashed into the sea near a popular beach town, killing all six people on board and leaving one in critical condition

A Thai police plane crashes in the sea, killing all 6 on board
Political|World

US says blast near Yemen UNESCO world heritage site caused by Houthi missile

The U.S. military said on Thursday a blast on Sunday near a UNESCO world heritage site in Yemen's capital city of Sanaa was caused by a Houthi missile and not

US says blast near Yemen UNESCO world heritage site caused by Houthi missile
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Malaysia open to negotiate with U.S on reducing trade deficit, non-tariff barriers 

Malaysia is open to negotiate with the United States on non-tariff barriers and reducing its trade deficit and will explore a bilateral trade agreement, its trade ministry said

Malaysia open to negotiate with U.S on reducing trade deficit, non-tariff barriers 
Europe|World

Princess Anne joins solemn ceremony in Turkey marking 110th anniversary of WWI battle

Britain’s Princess Anne has joined a dawn ceremony near the World War I battlefields on Turkey’s Gallipoli Peninsula to remember the Australian and New Zealand soldiers who lost their lives in an ill-fated battle 110 years ago

Princess Anne joins solemn ceremony in Turkey marking 110th anniversary of WWI battle
Business|Economy|World

Air India in talks with Boeing to take 10 planes snubbed by Chinese airlines, sources say

Air India is in talks with U.S. planemaker Boeing to acquire around 10 737 MAX jets after Chinese customers started rejecting

Air India in talks with Boeing to take 10 planes snubbed by Chinese airlines, sources say
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Japan compiles emergency economic package to ease tariff pain

Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on Friday said the government has compiled an emergency economic package to alleviate

Japan compiles emergency economic package to ease tariff pain
Africa|Business|Economy|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

Catholics remember Pope Francis as a friend of Africa, with some setting theology aside

Pope Francis visited a record 10 African countries throughout his pontificate, often venturing to areas ravaged by war, poverty or natural disaster

Catholics remember Pope Francis as a friend of Africa, with some setting theology aside
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Focus on earnings while US and China quibble

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

Focus on earnings while US and China quibble
Australia|Election|Political|World

Australia, New Zealand honour military in Anzac Day memorial services

Thousands gathered across Australia and New Zealand on Friday for Anzac Day, a public holiday commemorating military service members who fought and died during wartime.

Australia, New Zealand honour military in Anzac Day memorial services
Europe|Political|World

Cash bonus for a year fighting Russia? Inside Ukraine's youth recruitment drive

You'll receive a generous salary, a bumper bonus and an interest-free loan to buy a home. The challenge?

Cash bonus for a year fighting Russia? Inside Ukraine's youth recruitment drive
Political|World

A deleted condolence after pope’s death revealed tension between Israel and the Vatican

Hours after Israel's Foreign Ministry posted a condolence for the passing for Pope Francis, it was deleted without explanation

A deleted condolence after pope’s death revealed tension between Israel and the Vatican
Political|World

Houthis’ successful targeting of US drones is hampering Trump’s mission to kill group’s senior leadership

Houthis’ successful targeting of US drones is hampering Trump’s mission to kill group’s senior leadership

Houthis’ successful targeting of US drones is hampering Trump’s mission to kill group’s senior leadership
MidEast|Political|World

While the world watches Gaza, here is what’s happening in the West Bank

After the Hamas attack on Oct. 7, 2023, ignited the devastating war in Gaza, a deadly new reality also took hold for Palestinians in the occupied West Bank

While the world watches Gaza, here is what’s happening in the West Bank
Asia|Political|World

India and Pakistan again teeter on the brink of conflict over Kashmir. Here's why

A deadly attack on tourists in Indian-controlled Kashmir has again moved India and Pakistan closer to war

India and Pakistan again teeter on the brink of conflict over Kashmir. Here's why
Sports|World

Barkov misses final 10 minutes of Panthers' win after taking hit from Lightning's Hagel

Florida captain Aleksander Barkov missed the final 10:09 of the Panthers’ win in Game 2 of their Eastern Conference first-round series at Tampa Bay on Thursday night, after taking a hit from the Lightning’s Brandon Hagel

Barkov misses final 10 minutes of Panthers' win after taking hit from Lightning's Hagel
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Construction of world’s tallest abandoned skyscraper to resume after a decade

Construction of world’s tallest abandoned skyscraper to resume after a decade

Construction of world’s tallest abandoned skyscraper to resume after a decade
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

Automakers focus on the global market, chide the US over tariffs at Shanghai's auto show

Booths of big Chinese, German and Japanese automakers are bustling at Shanghai's auto show as the industry keeps its sights on the wider global market not subject to steep U.S. tariffs on imports of cars and auto parts

Automakers focus on the global market, chide the US over tariffs at Shanghai's auto show
Crime|Political|US|World

Mahmoud Khalil’s attorneys and DOJ spar over whether a warrant was needed to arrest him, court documents reveal

Mahmoud Khalil’s attorneys and DOJ spar over whether a warrant was needed to arrest him, court documents reveal

Mahmoud Khalil’s attorneys and DOJ spar over whether a warrant was needed to arrest him, court documents reveal
Crime|US|World

Alabama executes a man who said he was guilty of rape and murder and deserved to die

Alabama has executed a man who said he was guilty of a woman's rape and murder and deserved to die

Alabama executes a man who said he was guilty of rape and murder and deserved to die
Political|US|World

Legendary civil rights attorney Fred Gray honored with statue in Alabama

The legendary attorney who was once deemed the “chief counsel” of the Civil Rights Movement by the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. has been honored with a statue outside the Alabama State Bar Association

Legendary civil rights attorney Fred Gray honored with statue in Alabama
MidEast|Political|US|World

Houthi rebels have shot down 7 US Reaper drones worth $200 million in recent weeks

Houthi rebels in Yemen have shot down seven U.S. Reaper drones in less than six weeks

Houthi rebels have shot down 7 US Reaper drones worth $200 million in recent weeks
Economy|Political|World

US nuclear force costs projected to soar to $946 billion through 2034, CBO says

The costs of operating and modernizing America's nuclear forces through 2034 are projected to soar to $946 billion, 25% higher than a 2023 estimate, a report

US nuclear force costs projected to soar to $946 billion through 2034, CBO says
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

UK's vehicle output rose in March, but not enough to prevent quarterly decline

Britain made more vehicles in March as demand increased for British-built cars overseas and for commercial vehicles at home, but it was not enough to prevent a quarterly decline in output,

UK's vehicle output rose in March, but not enough to prevent quarterly decline
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Vietnam ramps up bond sales, spending as export-led growth faces tariff risks

Vietnam has increased government bond sales by nearly 30% so far this year, data shows, as it bids to boost public spending to spur growth and

Vietnam ramps up bond sales, spending as export-led growth faces tariff risks
Political|World

China, Russia and Iran jointly discuss Iran's nuclear programme with IAEA, reports Xinhua

China, Russia and Iran jointly met with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to discuss Iran's nuclear programme, Chinese state news agency Xinhua said on Friday.

China, Russia and Iran jointly discuss Iran's nuclear programme with IAEA, reports Xinhua
Business|Economy|Finance|US|World

South Korea, US aim for trade package before tariff pause ends in July

South Korea and the United States agreed to craft a trade package aimed at removing new U.S. tariffs before the pause on

South Korea, US aim for trade package before tariff pause ends in July
Business|Economy|Finance|World

China warns G20 global economic growth 'insufficient', trade tensions weaken momentum

China warned a G20 meeting that world economic growth was "insufficient" as tariff and trade wars exacerbated economic and financial instability and sapped growth

China warns G20 global economic growth 'insufficient', trade tensions weaken momentum
Europe|Political|World

Trump tells Putin to 'STOP' after Russian attack kills 12 in Kyiv

Russia pounded Kyiv with missiles and drones, killing at least 12 people, in the biggest attack on the Ukrainian capital

Trump tells Putin to 'STOP' after Russian attack kills 12 in Kyiv
Business|Education|Political|Science|Technology|World

Trump’s first-term pick to run the National Science Foundation quits: ‘I have done all I can’

Trump’s first-term pick to run the National Science Foundation quits: ‘I have done all I can’

Trump’s first-term pick to run the National Science Foundation quits: ‘I have done all I can’
Education|Political|US|World

Federal agency texts Columbia University and Barnard College employees a survey asking if they are Jewish

Federal agency texts Columbia University and Barnard College employees a survey asking if they are Jewish

Federal agency texts Columbia University and Barnard College employees a survey asking if they are Jewish
Education|Political|US|World

Rulings coming fast and furious in lawsuits over Trump's policies on immigration, elections and DEI

The Trump administration was handed a rapid-fire series of court losses Wednesday night and Thursday in lawsuits filed over its policies on immigration, elections and its crackdown on diversity, equity and inclusion programs in schools

Rulings coming fast and furious in lawsuits over Trump's policies on immigration, elections and DEI
Americas|Crime|World

Owner of Dominican nightclub says plaster tiles often fell from ceiling years before deadly roof collapse

Owner of Dominican nightclub says plaster tiles often fell from ceiling years before deadly roof collapse

Owner of Dominican nightclub says plaster tiles often fell from ceiling years before deadly roof collapse
Business|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump poised to offer Saudi Arabia over $100 billion arms package, sources say

The United States is poised to offer Saudi Arabia an arms package worth well over $100 billion, six sources with direct knowledge of the

Trump poised to offer Saudi Arabia over $100 billion arms package, sources say
Election|Political|US|World

Trump targets Democratic fundraising organization ActBlue

President Donald Trump targeted Democratic fundraising group ActBlue and other online fundraising platforms with a presidential memorandum on

Trump targets Democratic fundraising organization ActBlue
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Ethiopia's inflation rate to decline to 10% in 2025/2026 fiscal year

Ethiopia's inflation is expected to decline to 10% in the coming financial year, the country's central bank chief Mamo Mihretu said on Thursday, the lowest level in a

Ethiopia's inflation rate to decline to 10% in 2025/2026 fiscal year
Crime|Lifestyle|US|World

'He was my soul mate': Woman who lost husband reflects on lasting impact of deadly attack

'He was my soul mate': Woman who lost husband reflects on lasting impact of deadly attack

'He was my soul mate': Woman who lost husband reflects on lasting impact of deadly attack
Business|Travel|US|World

US reinstates Thailand's top aviation safety rating

The U.S.

US reinstates Thailand's top aviation safety rating
Political|US|World

US-Russia 'moving in the right direction' toward a deal, top Russian diplomat tells CBS

The United States and Russia are moving in the right direction to end the war in Ukraine, but some specific elements of a deal remain to be agreed, Russian Foreign Minister

US-Russia 'moving in the right direction' toward a deal, top Russian diplomat tells CBS
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|US|World

Trump signs executive order boosting deep-sea mining industry

President Donald Trump on Thursday signed an executive order aimed at boosting the deep-sea mining industry, marking his latest attempt to boost U.S.

Trump signs executive order boosting deep-sea mining industry
Political|US|World

A frustrated Trump privately concedes ending the Ukraine war has been harder than he thought

A frustrated Trump privately concedes ending the Ukraine war has been harder than he thought

A frustrated Trump privately concedes ending the Ukraine war has been harder than he thought
Political|US|World

Trump says he’ll sit for an interview with the reporter who exposed Hegseth’s ‘Signalgate’

Trump says he’ll sit for an interview with the reporter who exposed Hegseth’s ‘Signalgate’

Trump says he’ll sit for an interview with the reporter who exposed Hegseth’s ‘Signalgate’
Political|US|World

Civil rights groups sue to restore jobs at Homeland Security oversight offices that were gutted

Three advocacy groups are suing the Department of Homeland Security and Secretary Kristi Noem, seeking to restore staff jobs at three gutted offices that oversee civil rights protections across the department’s broad mission

Civil rights groups sue to restore jobs at Homeland Security oversight offices that were gutted
Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

Pope Francis sought to make LGBTQ+ people more welcome, but church doctrine didn't change much

The papacy of Pope Francis ended with the same core doctrine for LGBTQ+ people that he had inherited

Pope Francis sought to make LGBTQ+ people more welcome, but church doctrine didn't change much
Americas|Health|World

PAHO warns against vaccine hesitancy in Latin America amid rise in measles, yellow fever

The Pan American Health Organization said on Thursday it is seeking collaboration with neighboring countries to fight vaccine hesitancy for yellow fever and measles among

PAHO warns against vaccine hesitancy in Latin America amid rise in measles, yellow fever
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Brazil central bank keeps May rate hike open amid uncertainty, unclear activity trend

Brazil's central bank has left the size of its upcoming interest rate hike in May open and remains unable to gauge it, citing a still-uncertain economic outlook and

Brazil central bank keeps May rate hike open amid uncertainty, unclear activity trend
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Trading Day: Stocks rally for third day as earnings optimism trumps tariffs confusion

TRADING DAY Making sense of the forces driving global markets. By Alden Bentley, Americas Finance and Markets Breaking News Editor.

Trading Day: Stocks rally for third day as earnings optimism trumps tariffs confusion
Crime|Health|Political|World

Middle East latest: Israeli strikes across Gaza kill at least 50, many of them women and children

Gaza's Health Ministry says Israeli strikes have killed at least 50 people, many of them women and children

Middle East latest: Israeli strikes across Gaza kill at least 50, many of them women and children
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|World

Pope Francis' ordinary shoes bring pride to his Argentine neighborhood — and his cobbler

The man who would become Pope Francis always bought his shoes in the same place

Pope Francis' ordinary shoes bring pride to his Argentine neighborhood — and his cobbler
Crime|US|World

Survivors of July Fourth parade shooting have mixed feelings about gunman's absence from sentencing

The suburban Chicago man who killed seven people at a 2022 Independence Day parade has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole

Survivors of July Fourth parade shooting have mixed feelings about gunman's absence from sentencing
Business|Political|Technology|World

Hegseth had an unsecured internet line set up in his office to connect to Signal, AP sources say

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth had an internet connection that bypassed the Pentagon’s security protocols set up in his office to use the Signal messaging app on a personal computer

Hegseth had an unsecured internet line set up in his office to connect to Signal, AP sources say
Business|Crime|Food|World

Labor group sues Starbucks, saying it ignores slave-like conditions for workers in Brazil

A labor rights group has alleged that Starbucks sourced coffee from a major Brazilian cooperative whose member farms were cited for keeping workers in slave-like conditions

Labor group sues Starbucks, saying it ignores slave-like conditions for workers in Brazil
Education|Opinion|Political|US|World

Trump’s aggressive actions against free speech speak a lot louder than his words defending it

President Donald Trump has said that free speech matters to him. But his record during his second presidential term doesn’t show that commitment.

Trump’s aggressive actions against free speech speak a lot louder than his words defending it
Economy|Political|US|World

US allies express alarm at Trump’s plan to let Russia keep most of the land it seized from Ukraine

US allies express alarm at Trump’s plan to let Russia keep most of the land it seized from Ukraine

US allies express alarm at Trump’s plan to let Russia keep most of the land it seized from Ukraine
Business|Economy|World

IMF's Georgieva urges Argentina to 'stay the course' on economic policy

The International Monetary Fund's managing director Kristalina Georgieva said on Thursday that Argentina should not "derail the will for change"

IMF's Georgieva urges Argentina to 'stay the course' on economic policy
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Japan says no talk of currency target, yen control in finance dialogue with US

Japanese Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato said on Thursday he agreed with U.S.

Japan says no talk of currency target, yen control in finance dialogue with US
Business|Crime|Political|Technology|World

North Korean cyber spies created U.S. firms to dupe crypto developers

North Korean cyber spies created two businesses in the U.S., in violation of Treasury sanctions, to infect developers working in

North Korean cyber spies created U.S. firms to dupe crypto developers
Political|World

Colombian President Petro denies allegation of drug use

Colombian President Gustavo Petro said that accusations by his former foreign minister that he is a drug addict are slander, after the ex-official published a letter recounting an

Colombian President Petro denies allegation of drug use
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Stocks jump with tech shares; dollar dips after recent gains

Major stock indexes rose on Thursday, with technology shares leading Wall Street higher as investors awaited further developments in the U.S.-China trade

Stocks jump with tech shares; dollar dips after recent gains
Sports|World

Swiatek avoids another upset against Eala at Madrid Open, Gauff recovers from 0-6 start

This time Iga Swiatek had the answers against teenage sensation Alexandra Eala

Swiatek avoids another upset against Eala at Madrid Open, Gauff recovers from 0-6 start