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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
Business|Crime|Finance|US|World

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
Political|Technology|World

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
Africa|Americas|Arts|Asia|Australia|Business|Celebrity|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Food|Health|Lifestyle|MidEast|Opinion|Political|Science|Sports|Technology|Travel|World

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

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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

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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

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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
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine suspects Russia of torturing Ukrainian reporter who died in captivity

Ukraine said on Thursday it identified the body of journalist Viktoria Roshchyna, who had died in Russian captivity, and a forensic medical examination revealed signs of torture and ill-

Ukraine suspects Russia of torturing Ukrainian reporter who died in captivity
Political|US|World

US, European allies agree Russia is a long-term threat, NATO's Rutte says

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte said after talks with U.S.

US, European allies agree Russia is a long-term threat, NATO's Rutte says
Health|Political|World

Dominican Republic deports dozens of Haitian pregnant women and children in hospital crackdown

Dominican Republic deports dozens of Haitian pregnant women and children in hospital crackdown

Dominican Republic deports dozens of Haitian pregnant women and children in hospital crackdown
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wall Street's rally roars into a 3rd day as companies' profits keep piling up, for now at least

U.S. stocks rallied further as better-than-expected profits for U.S. companies piled up, though CEOs say they’re unsure whether it will last because of uncertainty created by President Donald Trump’s trade war

Wall Street's rally roars into a 3rd day as companies' profits keep piling up, for now at least
Environment|Science|World

A rare virga bomb just shattered a wind record in Texas. Here’s what it is

A rare virga bomb just shattered a wind record in Texas. Here’s what it is

A rare virga bomb just shattered a wind record in Texas. Here’s what it is
Europe|Political|World

Tens of thousands file into St. Peter's Basilica to pay final respects to Pope Francis

After so many people lined up to see Pope Francis lying in state at St. Peter’s Basilica that the Vatican kept the doors open overnight, the lines of mourners waiting to pay their last respects have continued to file past his coffin

Tens of thousands file into St. Peter's Basilica to pay final respects to Pope Francis
Political|US|World

In rare rebuke of Putin, Trump urges Russia to 'STOP!' after deadly attack on Kyiv

President Donald Trump has offered rare criticism of Vladimir Putin, urging the Russian president to “STOP!”

In rare rebuke of Putin, Trump urges Russia to 'STOP!' after deadly attack on Kyiv
Business|Economy|Finance|US|World

UK's Reeves, ahead of US trade talks, nods to Trump's global economy worries

British finance minister Rachel Reeves said on Thursday she shared some of U.S.

UK's Reeves, ahead of US trade talks, nods to Trump's global economy worries
Crime|Political|World

Missile that killed 12 in Russian strike on Kyiv was North Korean, Zelenskiy says

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Thursday the Russian missile that struck a residential building in Kyiv overnight and killed 12 people was supplied by North

Missile that killed 12 in Russian strike on Kyiv was North Korean, Zelenskiy says
World

Israeli fire kills at least 44 people in Gaza, hits a police station

An Israeli airstrike hit a police station in Jabalia in the northern Gaza Strip on Thursday, killing at least 10 people, local health authorities said, and

Israeli fire kills at least 44 people in Gaza, hits a police station
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Iran, France signal readiness for nuclear talks amid US negotiations

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said on Thursday he was ready to travel to Europe for talks on Tehran's nuclear programme, with France

Iran, France signal readiness for nuclear talks amid US negotiations
Crime|US|World

Shooter in 2022 Chicago-area parade massacre sentenced to life in prison

An Illinois judge on Thursday sentenced a man to life in prison without the possibility of parole for a 2022 mass shooting at an

Shooter in 2022 Chicago-area parade massacre sentenced to life in prison
Europe|Political|World

EU to help boost Moldovan air defences against Russian drones

The EU said on Thursday it would provide 20 million euros ($22.74 million) worth of aid to help modernise air defences in Moldova, a country which has complained of drone

EU to help boost Moldovan air defences against Russian drones
Crime|Political|World

ICC judges ordered to review Israel's challenge of jurisdiction

Appeals judges at the International Criminal Court on Thursday ordered a lower panel to reconsider Israel’s objections to the court’s jurisdiction over arrest warrants issued

ICC judges ordered to review Israel's challenge of jurisdiction
Crime|Political|World

Two from search group that uncovered Mexico's 'ranch of horror' killed

Gunmen on a motorcycle shot and killed two members of a civil search organization that discovered a now-infamous site known as Mexico's "ranch of horror," the

Two from search group that uncovered Mexico's 'ranch of horror' killed
Political|US|World

Trump: not happy with Russia strike on Kyiv, putting pressure on Russia

President Donald Trump said on Thursday he was not happy with Russia's strikes on the Ukrainian capital Kyiv overnight and said without elaborating the U.S. was putting a lot of

Trump: not happy with Russia strike on Kyiv, putting pressure on Russia
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy: Russian strike that hit residential building in Kyiv used North Korean missile

Russia used a North Korean ballistic missile for the deadly overnight strike that hit a residential building in Kyiv, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Thursday, citing

Zelenskiy: Russian strike that hit residential building in Kyiv used North Korean missile
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Trump says effort for Iran nuclear deal going well

President Donald Trump on Thursday said U.S. attempts to broker a nuclear deal with Iran are going well, ahead of technical talks between U.S. and Iranian delegations in Oman on

Trump says effort for Iran nuclear deal going well
MidEast|Political|World

Palestinians establish vice presidency post, no candidate named yet

The Palestinian leadership approved the creation of the position of vice president of Mahmoud Abbas, and possibly his successor, on Thursday, a step widely seen as needed to

Palestinians establish vice presidency post, no candidate named yet
Economy|Environment|Political|US|World

Trump administration replaces lawyers in NYC congestion pricing challenge

The Trump administration is replacing lawyers in the U.S.

Trump administration replaces lawyers in NYC congestion pricing challenge
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Trump refutes China's claim of no trade talks

President Donald Trump asserted on Thursday that trade talks between the U.S. and China are underway, pushing back against Chinese claims that

Trump refutes China's claim of no trade talks
Political|World

Israel acknowledges killing aid worker in strike after initially accusing UN of ‘baseless slander’

Israel acknowledges killing aid worker in strike after initially accusing UN of ‘baseless slander’

Israel acknowledges killing aid worker in strike after initially accusing UN of ‘baseless slander’
Political|Technology|Travel|US|World

What to know as US prepares to require REAL ID for many air travelers next month

The U.S. will require enhanced identification for many air travelers starting May 7

What to know as US prepares to require REAL ID for many air travelers next month
Crime|Political|World

Trump writes ‘Vladimir, STOP!’ after Russia launches deadliest strikes on Kyiv since last summer

Trump writes ‘Vladimir, STOP!’ after Russia launches deadliest strikes on Kyiv since last summer

Trump writes ‘Vladimir, STOP!’ after Russia launches deadliest strikes on Kyiv since last summer
Health|Political|World

Health of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has worsened since surgery, doctors say

Health of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has worsened since surgery, doctors say

Health of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has worsened since surgery, doctors say
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Finland plans tax cuts to boost economy; to cut corporate tax to 18% from 20%

Finland's government announced tax breaks for companies and employees in an attempt to boost the country's ailing economy in a mid-term budget review it completed late on Wednesday

Finland plans tax cuts to boost economy; to cut corporate tax to 18% from 20%
Political|World

'Vladimir, STOP!': Trump makes an all-caps callout but will Putin hear it?

Heads of state and government are typically called Mr. President or Madam Prime Minister

'Vladimir, STOP!': Trump makes an all-caps callout but will Putin hear it?
Business|Economy|US|World

Nestle, rivals ease US price hikes in bid for anxious American shopper

Household goods and packaged food makers are easing U.S. price increases to avoid losing American shoppers to retailers' less expensive private-label brands as a

Nestle, rivals ease US price hikes in bid for anxious American shopper
Business|Economy|Technology|Travel|World

Vietnam Airlines to finalise 50 Boeing narrow-body order soon, sources say

Flag carrier Vietnam Airlines is close to finalising a provisional order for 50 Boeing 737 MAX jets that it made in 2023, industry sources said, as it signed a funding

Vietnam Airlines to finalise 50 Boeing narrow-body order soon, sources say
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Tariff-hit China exporters reluctant to heed government calls to sell locally

Eno Qian, who runs a clothing factory in eastern China, says she makes a 20 yuan ($2.74) profit for every item she sells abroad

Tariff-hit China exporters reluctant to heed government calls to sell locally
Asia|Crime|Political|World

India will identify, track, punish every terrorist and their backers, PM Modi says after Kashmir attack

India will identify, track and punish every terrorist and their backers, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Thursday, two days after 26 men were killed in an attack on tourists by

India will identify, track, punish every terrorist and their backers, PM Modi says after Kashmir attack
Crime|Political|World

US cardinal accused of covering up sex abuse scandal will help close Pope Francis’ coffin

US cardinal accused of covering up sex abuse scandal will help close Pope Francis’ coffin

US cardinal accused of covering up sex abuse scandal will help close Pope Francis’ coffin
Business|Economy|World

Hyundai Motor launches tariff task force, shifts some Mexico output to the US

Hyundai Motor said on Thursday it has launched a task force to respond to U.S. tariffs, adding that production of some Tucson crossovers

Hyundai Motor launches tariff task force, shifts some Mexico output to the US
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Donald Trump Jr to meet Hungary's foreign minister in Budapest on Friday

U.S. President Donald Trump's eldest son Donald Trump Jr will meet Hungarian foreign minister Peter Szijjarto in Budapest on Friday, Hungary's foreign ministry said on Thursday.

Donald Trump Jr to meet Hungary's foreign minister in Budapest on Friday
Africa|Political|World

South African president discusses Ukraine, bilateral ties with Trump

South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa said in a post on social media platform X on Thursday that he had spoken to U.S.

South African president discusses Ukraine, bilateral ties with Trump
Business|Economy|Technology|US|World

LG considers raising prices, moving production due to tariffs

LG Electronics is considering price increases for some products in response to U.S. tariffs and is also reviewing its options for shifting production of home appliances to the United

LG considers raising prices, moving production due to tariffs
Health|Political|World

Pope Francis died quickly and without suffering, his doctor says

Pope Francis died quickly on Monday morning from an unexpected stroke without suffering undue pain, and there was nothing that doctors could have done to

Pope Francis died quickly and without suffering, his doctor says
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

France to seek protection from Chinese steel imports after ArcelorMittal job cuts

France and other European countries will push for measures to protect the European steel industry against Chinese imports, French government spokesperson Sophie Primas said on

France to seek protection from Chinese steel imports after ArcelorMittal job cuts
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian court jails former general who criticised top brass for 5 years on fraud charges

A former Russian commander who criticised Moscow's military leadership in Ukraine was sentenced to five years in prison on Thursday after a military court found him guilty of large-

Russian court jails former general who criticised top brass for 5 years on fraud charges
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China pushes for tariff cancellation to end US trade war

China called for all "unilateral" U.S. tariffs to be cancelled on Thursday, as signs emerged that the Trump administration may de-escalate

China pushes for tariff cancellation to end US trade war
Political|Science|Technology|World

China to lend moon rocks to NASA-funded US universities

China's national space agency announced on Thursday it would let scientists from the U.S. and allied countries analyse rocks it retrieved from the moon,

China to lend moon rocks to NASA-funded US universities
Election|Europe|Political|World

Romanian centrist presidency candidate wants to spend more on defence, keep backing Ukraine

A pro-European presidential contender in Romania's May 4 election has said defence spending should rise to 3.5% of GDP by 2030 from 2.5% and argued that maintaining

Romanian centrist presidency candidate wants to spend more on defence, keep backing Ukraine
Celebrity|Crime|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|World

'Grandpa robbers' face trial in Paris over Kim Kardashian jewellery heist

A group of men dubbed the "grandpa robbers" will be among 10 people to go on trial next week accused of stealing millions of dollars worth of jewellery from Kim

'Grandpa robbers' face trial in Paris over Kim Kardashian jewellery heist
Environment|Europe|World

Greece to deploy record number of firefighters this year amid global warming, minister says

Greece will deploy a record number of firefighters this year in anticipation of "bad scenarios" ahead, its climate crisis minister said on Thursday, after a succession of destructive

Greece to deploy record number of firefighters this year amid global warming, minister says
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says Russia is not holding gas supply talks with Europe or the US

The Kremlin said on Thursday that Russia is not holding talks with Europe or the United States about Russian gas supplies via Ukraine.

Kremlin says Russia is not holding gas supply talks with Europe or the US
Political|World

Russia and Ukraine trade blame over faltering peace moves

Russia and Ukraine traded new barbs over faltering peace efforts on Thursday, with Moscow accusing Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy of blocking diplomacy and Kyiv saying Russian

Russia and Ukraine trade blame over faltering peace moves
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German economy to flatline in 2025 as tariff turmoil hits, government says

The German government cut its economic growth forecast on Thursday and now sees stagnation in 2025 instead of a 0.3% expansion as uncertainty from global trade disputes is set to

German economy to flatline in 2025 as tariff turmoil hits, government says
Economy|Political|World

Moscow calls Japanese loan to Ukraine backed by frozen Russian assets 'theft'

Russia on Thursday accused Japan of treachery and complicity in theft after Tokyo last week signed an agreement to lend Ukraine over $3 billion for reconstruction, backed by the

Moscow calls Japanese loan to Ukraine backed by frozen Russian assets 'theft'
Election|Political|US|World

Trump's surprising unifying effect ahead of the Canadian election

Donald Trump is unifying national voters from all parties….just not in the US. Canada’s voters say their upcoming national election will be a turning point in their relationship with America as tariffs and insults have resulted in a surge of patriotism. Some voters say they are rethinking their approach, even planning to change which party they vote for in hopes of a stronger response to the United States.

Trump's surprising unifying effect ahead of the Canadian election
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US asset seizure not a credible threat, 'one of many risks' to monitor, Norway wealth fund says

Norway's $1.7 trillion sovereign wealth fund, which has invested over half its money in the United States, does not see a credible risk that its U.S. assets could be

US asset seizure not a credible threat, 'one of many risks' to monitor, Norway wealth fund says
Asia|Business|Technology|World

Stellantis targets India for EVs developed by its China partner

Stellantis plans to sell Chinese-branded electric vehicles developed by its partner Leapmotor in India as soon as the end of this year, the executive leading the joint venture said.

Stellantis targets India for EVs developed by its China partner
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

ECB's Rehn says central bank may need to lower interest rates, Bloomberg News reports

The European Central Bank may need to lower interest rates further and shouldn't exclude a larger reduction, Governing Council member Olli Rehn told Bloomberg News in an interview.

ECB's Rehn says central bank may need to lower interest rates, Bloomberg News reports
Health|Political|US|World

As FDA delays Novavax' COVID vaccine approval, patients fight back

Thousands of Americans campaigning for the Novavax COVID-19 booster got some good news this week: the FDA signaled it might still win approval after Health

As FDA delays Novavax' COVID vaccine approval, patients fight back
MidEast|Political|World

Lebanon reprimands Iran envoy over comments on Hezbollah disarmament

Lebanon's foreign ministry reprimanded Tehran's ambassador to Beirut on Thursday over comments alleging that plans to disarm Iran-backed Lebanese militant group Hezbollah were a "

Lebanon reprimands Iran envoy over comments on Hezbollah disarmament
Political|World

Al Shabaab battles Somalia's army for control of strategic military base

Al Shabaab fighters battled Somali troops and allied forces for control of a strategic army base in central Somalia on Thursday, the government and a military official said, as

Al Shabaab battles Somalia's army for control of strategic military base
Economy|Political|World

What is the Indus Waters Treaty between India and Pakistan?

India said it would immediately suspend the Indus Waters Treaty with Pakistan as part of measures to downgrade diplomatic ties

What is the Indus Waters Treaty between India and Pakistan?
Europe|Political|World

Holocaust survivors march in Auschwitz 80 years after camp's liberation

Thousands of people marched through the former Auschwitz Nazi German death camp in Poland on Thursday in an annual ceremony organisers said would be joined by 80 Holocaust

Holocaust survivors march in Auschwitz 80 years after camp's liberation
Americas|Europe|Political|World

World leaders set to attend Pope Francis' funeral

Following is a list of the main world leaders who have so far said they will attend Pope Francis' funeral on Saturday in Saint Peter's Square. ALBANIA - President Bajram Bega.

World leaders set to attend Pope Francis' funeral
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Cryptocurrency campaigners call for Swiss central bank to hold bitcoin

Cryptocurrency campaigners have stepped up calls for the Swiss National Bank to buy bitcoin, saying the global economic turmoil triggered by U.S.

Cryptocurrency campaigners call for Swiss central bank to hold bitcoin
Business|Economy|Finance|World

IMF's chief says China needs to end property crisis, social safety net, services

International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said on Thursday that for China to shift its economy towards consumption, it will need to end a property crisis

IMF's chief says China needs to end property crisis, social safety net, services
Asia|Political|World

Philippines, US begin joint maritime drills after Chinese carrier group spotted

The Philippine Navy said a Chinese aircraft carrier battle group had passed near its northern maritime boundaries in the run-up to a six-day maritime exercise with the U.S. that

Philippines, US begin joint maritime drills after Chinese carrier group spotted
Political|US|World

Trump on Russia strikes on Kyiv: 'Vladimir, STOP!"

President Donald Trump turned his criticism on Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday after Russia pounded Kyiv with missiles and drones overnight, saying "Vladimir, STOP!

Trump on Russia strikes on Kyiv: 'Vladimir, STOP!"
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Chile regulator greenlights Codelco-SQM lithium joint venture

Chile's competition regulator approved a deal between Codelco, the state-run copper giant, and SQM to form a joint venture to expand lithium production in the Atacama salt flats,

Chile regulator greenlights Codelco-SQM lithium joint venture
Africa|Political|World

South Africa says Ukraine peace talks should have no preconditions

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said during a visit by Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Thursday that peace talks between Kyiv and Moscow should start without

South Africa says Ukraine peace talks should have no preconditions
Asia|Political|World

What steps have India and Pakistan taken against each other after the Kashmir attack?

An attack on tourists in India's Himalayan territory of Kashmir this week sparked a new crisis between nuclear armed South Asian neighbours India and Pakistan, with New Delhi

What steps have India and Pakistan taken against each other after the Kashmir attack?
Business|Economy|World

IMF to help Syria rebuild institutions, re-enter world economy, Georgieva says

The International Monetary Fund plans to work with Syria to help it reintegrate into the global economy, IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva said on Thursday, citing a meeting on the

IMF to help Syria rebuild institutions, re-enter world economy, Georgieva says
Business|Economy|US|World

US spirits exports rise 10% in 2024 amid tariff fears

U.S. spirits exports rose 10% in 2024 to $2.4 billion, according to a report by Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS), driven by a surge in supply

US spirits exports rise 10% in 2024 amid tariff fears
Europe|Political|World

Bosnia's peace envoy halts budget allocations for Dodik's party

Bosnia's international peace envoy, Christian Schmidt, said on Thursday he had ordered a halt of all budget allocations for the party of the secessionist Bosnian Serb leader

Bosnia's peace envoy halts budget allocations for Dodik's party
Asia|Business|Economy|US|World

China denies any suggestion it is currently in talks with the US over tariffs

China has denied any suggestion it's in active negotiations with the administration of U_S_ President Donald Trump over tariffs, saying any notion of progress in the matter is as groundless as “trying to catch the wind.”

China denies any suggestion it is currently in talks with the US over tariffs
Political|US|World

US National Security Council thinned by recent firings, sources say

At least 20 people have been fired from the White House National Security Council in recent weeks, a broader exodus than previously reported, leaving parts of

US National Security Council thinned by recent firings, sources say
Political|US|World

US names lead for technical talks with Iran, Politico reports

Department of State policy planning director Michael Anton will lead a team of about a dozen U.S. government officials to negotiate with Iran in upcoming nuclear talks, a U.S.

US names lead for technical talks with Iran, Politico reports
Health|Political|World

Istanbul's strong quake triggers nerves and new pledges to prepare

More than a thousand people in Istanbul turned to mosques, schools and other temporary shelters on Thursday after a strong earthquake rattled the Turkish metropolis a day earlier,

Istanbul's strong quake triggers nerves and new pledges to prepare
Economy|Political|Technology|US|World

100 days of DOGE: lots of chaos, not so much efficiency

At the Social Security Administration, lawyers, statisticians and other high-ranking agency officials are being sent from the

100 days of DOGE: lots of chaos, not so much efficiency
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Stock Markets|US|World

Drugmakers brace for Trump tariffs, while weighing numerous other worries

Major drugmakers were a standout on a tumultuous day of corporate earnings on Thursday, beating expectations even as they grapple with

Drugmakers brace for Trump tariffs, while weighing numerous other worries
Europe|Political|World

Pope Francis' funeral will feature huge security operation in Rome

From patrols on the River Tiber to surveillance drones and snipers deployed around St.

Pope Francis' funeral will feature huge security operation in Rome
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Ukraine's Marchenko says working to seal US minerals pact as 'fast as we can'

Ukraine and the United States still have issues to resolve before signing a critical minerals agreement, but Kyiv officials are working to seal a deal "as fast

Ukraine's Marchenko says working to seal US minerals pact as 'fast as we can'
Crime|Europe|World

Convicted cardinal wants to vote for pope, his brother prelates must decide

Cardinals in meetings ahead of the start of a secret conclave to elect a successor to Pope Francis are scratching the hair under their red skull caps as

Convicted cardinal wants to vote for pope, his brother prelates must decide
Political|US|World

Trump asks US Supreme Court to enforce transgender military ban

Donald Trump's administration asked the U.S.

Trump asks US Supreme Court to enforce transgender military ban
Health|Science|US|World

US at tipping point for return of endemic measles

The United States is at a tipping point for the return of endemic measles a quarter century after the disease was declared eradicated in the country, researchers warned on

US at tipping point for return of endemic measles
Crime|Education|Europe|World

Student kills one, wounds three in French high school stabbing

A 15-year-old boy killed a fellow pupil and wounded three others in a stabbing attack at a high school in the western French city of Nantes on Thursday

Student kills one, wounds three in French high school stabbing
Americas|Election|Political|World

Trump re-emerges as a factor in Canada election as polls tighten

Donald Trump re-emerged as a factor in Canada's election campaign on Thursday, days before a vote that Prime Minister Mark

Trump re-emerges as a factor in Canada election as polls tighten
Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Nato's Rutte calls for 'quantum leap' as Europe boosts defence investment

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte has called for European countries and Canada to make a "quantum leap" in boosting their contribution to the alliance.

Nato's Rutte calls for 'quantum leap' as Europe boosts defence investment
Asia|Science|Technology|World

China launches Shenzhou-20 mission to Chinese space station, state media report

China sent three astronauts to its permanently inhabited space station on Thursday in its 15th crewed spaceflight and 20th overall in the Shenzhou program that started more than

China launches Shenzhou-20 mission to Chinese space station, state media report
Europe|Political|World

Crowds wait for hours to pay final respects to Pope Francis at St. Peter's

Mourners stood in line for hours on Thursday to pay their final respects to Pope Francis, whose body is lying in state in St.

Crowds wait for hours to pay final respects to Pope Francis at St. Peter's
Africa|Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

US focuses on persecution claims as white South Africans seek resettlement

U.S. officials have interviewed white South Africans seeking refugee status about their troubles with

US focuses on persecution claims as white South Africans seek resettlement
Crime|Political|World

Trump administration moved Venezuelan to Texas for possible deportation despite judge's order

President Donald Trump's administration moved a Venezuelan man who had worked in construction in Philadelphia to Texas for possible deportation after a federal judge had

Trump administration moved Venezuelan to Texas for possible deportation despite judge's order
Business|Economy|US|World

IMF focused on stability but will support countries on climate risks, Georgieva says

The International Monetary Fund will stay "laser focused" on preventing balance of payments crises and incorporate the Trump administration's

IMF focused on stability but will support countries on climate risks, Georgieva says
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump trade war spreads more gloom across businesses worldwide

Businesses across multiple industries are hiking prices, backing away from previous financial guidance and warning of

Trump trade war spreads more gloom across businesses worldwide
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Ireland to give 141 million euros to World Bank fund for poorest countries

Ireland will contribute about 141.4 million euros ($161 million)to the World Bank's latest replenishment of its fund for the poorest countries, a 33.5%

Ireland to give 141 million euros to World Bank fund for poorest countries
Political|US|World

Judge rules the Trump administration violated a 2019 settlement in deporting a man to El Salvador

A judge nominated by President Donald Trump has ordered his administration to facilitate the return of a man deported to El Salvador despite having a pending asylum application

Judge rules the Trump administration violated a 2019 settlement in deporting a man to El Salvador
Business|Economy|Europe|World

What are Ukraine's GDP warrants and why are they creating problems for Kyiv?

Ukraine on Thursday said talks with holders of its $3.2 billion worth of GDP-linked debt had concluded without an agreement.

What are Ukraine's GDP warrants and why are they creating problems for Kyiv?
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Emerging economies face longer period of tighter financing, South African central banker says

Emerging economies will have to grapple with tighter global financing conditions for longer while the future of risk-free assets is very much

Emerging economies face longer period of tighter financing, South African central banker says
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian strike on Kyiv kills at least 12 in biggest attack on Ukrainian capital since last summer

Russia has attacked Kyiv with an hourslong barrage of missiles and drones, killing at least 12 people and wounding around 90

Russian strike on Kyiv kills at least 12 in biggest attack on Ukrainian capital since last summer
Americas|Political|World

Buenos Aires' poor neighborhoods mourn 'slum pope' Francis

In the poor Zavaleta district of Buenos Aires, amidst precarious houses and narrow alleys, Marina Ayala walks the same streets Pope Francis walked during

Buenos Aires' poor neighborhoods mourn 'slum pope' Francis
Business|Economy|Political|World

UK PM Starmer nears EU defence pact in shadow of Trump trade talks

Britain is edging towards a new defence agreement with the European Union that officials on both sides hope will

UK PM Starmer nears EU defence pact in shadow of Trump trade talks
Election|Political|World

Ecuador elections body denies opposition request for vote recount

Ecuador's elections body on Thursday denied a request from the leftist opposition to recount presidential votes from thousands of ballot boxes, narrowing the possibilities for the

Ecuador elections body denies opposition request for vote recount
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Putin says Russia should use trade war opportunities to strengthen economy

Russian President Vladimir Putin urged his economic officials on Thursday to take advantage of opportunities arising in the global economy from market turbulence and

Putin says Russia should use trade war opportunities to strengthen economy
Business|Economy|US|World

Freeport-McMoRan profit slightly beats, flags higher costs amid tariffs

Copper miner Freeport-McMoRan reported a first-quarter profit on Thursday that slightly beat Wall Street's expectations but said tariffs proposed by U.S.

Freeport-McMoRan profit slightly beats, flags higher costs amid tariffs
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Canada decides what happens to auto sector, not Trump, says Carney

Prime Minister Mark Carney on Thursday dismissed Donald Trump's remarks about not wanting Canadian cars, reiterating that the U.S.

Canada decides what happens to auto sector, not Trump, says Carney
Crime|US|World

Russian court adds extra year to sentence of US citizen jailed for attacking law enforcement, RIA says

A Russian court on Thursday added an extra year to the sentence of Robert Gilman, a U.S. citizen and ex-Marine imprisoned in Russia for repeatedly assaulting law enforcement

Russian court adds extra year to sentence of US citizen jailed for attacking law enforcement, RIA says
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Asian central banks have space to ease rates to soften US tariff hit, IMF official says

Many Asian central banks have room to ease monetary policy to cushion the blow to their economies from U.S. tariffs, a senior International Monetary Fund official

Asian central banks have space to ease rates to soften US tariff hit, IMF official says
Political|US|World

US judge orders return of second migrant deported to El Salvador

A federal judge has ordered the administration of President Donald Trump to facilitate the return of a second man sent to a prison in El Salvador back to the United

US judge orders return of second migrant deported to El Salvador
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Oil prices settle up on weaker US dollar, mixed economic news

Oil prices edged up on Thursday as investors weighed a weaker U.S. dollar, potential OPEC+ output increase, mixed economic news, conflicting U.S. tariff signals

Oil prices settle up on weaker US dollar, mixed economic news
Crime|Education|Europe|Political|World

Daughter of French PM reveals she was abused at scandal-hit school

The daughter of French Prime Minister François Bayrou has described being assaulted by a priest at a Catholic school in the

Daughter of French PM reveals she was abused at scandal-hit school
Crime|Health|Political|World

Victim's advocates criticise cardinal's role in Pope Francis' funeral

Advocates for Catholic clergy sexual abuse victims are criticising the appointment of a retired U.S. cardinal who has been accused of mishandling abuse cases

Victim's advocates criticise cardinal's role in Pope Francis' funeral
Political|US|World

Bolton on Trump: ‘His favorite is not Russia; his favorite is Vladimir Putin’

Former Trump national security adviser John Bolton joins CNN’s Kaitlan Collins to weigh in on President Donald Trump’s approach to Russia and the consequences he thinks it would have.

Bolton on Trump: ‘His favorite is not Russia; his favorite is Vladimir Putin’
Business|Political|Technology|World

‘He gets him what he needs’: Hegseth’s new favorite adviser helped set up Signal on one of secretary’s computers at Pentagon

‘He gets him what he needs’: Hegseth’s new favorite adviser helped set up Signal on one of secretary’s computers at Pentagon

‘He gets him what he needs’: Hegseth’s new favorite adviser helped set up Signal on one of secretary’s computers at Pentagon
Sports|World

WNBA training camps opening. Here's why not every draft pick will make her team's roster

WNBA training camps are set to open this weekend and there’s no doubt that No. 1 draft pick Paige Bueckers is primed for a pro career in the league

WNBA training camps opening. Here's why not every draft pick will make her team's roster
Education|Political|World

Palestinian supporters confront far-right Israeli security minister as he leaves an event near Yale

Palestinian supporters confront far-right Israeli security minister as he leaves an event near Yale

Palestinian supporters confront far-right Israeli security minister as he leaves an event near Yale
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Crimea is a focus of discussions to end Russia's war in Ukraine. Here's why it's so coveted

Russia’s illegal seizure of Crimea from Ukraine 11 years ago was quick and bloodless

Crimea is a focus of discussions to end Russia's war in Ukraine. Here's why it's so coveted
Americas|Celebrity|Entertainment|Lifestyle|US|World

‘I touched the Pope’: Woman recalls handing Pope Francis a gift during DC visit

‘I touched the Pope’: Woman recalls handing Pope Francis a gift during DC visit

‘I touched the Pope’: Woman recalls handing Pope Francis a gift during DC visit
Crime|Political|Travel|World

German teens imprisoned and kicked out of Hawaii prompts fears among foreign nationals

German teens imprisoned and kicked out of Hawaii prompts fears among foreign nationals

German teens imprisoned and kicked out of Hawaii prompts fears among foreign nationals
Election|Political|US|World

How Trump backed away from promising to end the Russia-Ukraine war in 24 hours

During his campaign, Donald Trump said repeatedly that he would be able to end the war between Russia and Ukraine “in 24 hours” upon taking office

How Trump backed away from promising to end the Russia-Ukraine war in 24 hours
Science|World

Bonobos in Congo form girl groups to fend off male aggression, study says

A new study shows female bonobos team up to fend off males in the wild

Bonobos in Congo form girl groups to fend off male aggression, study says
Sports|World

The Detroit Pistons are shaking off a decade in the doldrums. A franchise legend sees reminders of his era in this new team

The Detroit Pistons are shaking off a decade in the doldrums. A franchise legend sees reminders of his era in this new team

The Detroit Pistons are shaking off a decade in the doldrums. A franchise legend sees reminders of his era in this new team
Business|Economy|Finance|US|World

US spirits exports hit a record high in 2024. Tariffs could destroy that

US spirits exports hit a record high in 2024. Tariffs could destroy that

US spirits exports hit a record high in 2024. Tariffs could destroy that
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Nissan revises down its earnings forecast with bigger losses

Nissan says it expects to rack up a loss totaling 700 billion yen ($4.9 billion) to 750 billion yen ($5.3 billion) for the fiscal year through March because of declining sales and the losing value of its assets

Nissan revises down its earnings forecast with bigger losses
Crime|Political|World

India and Pakistan ramp up tit-for-tat spat as tensions mount over Kashmir attack

India and Pakistan have cancelled visas for their nationals to each other’s countries as tensions rise between the nuclear-armed neighbors

India and Pakistan ramp up tit-for-tat spat as tensions mount over Kashmir attack
Asia|Crime|Political|World

South Korean truth commission halts probe into adoption fraud, hundreds of cases in limbo

The South Korean government’s fact-finding commission has suspended its groundbreaking investigation into the extensive fraud and abuse that tainted the nation’s historic foreign adoption program, stemming from internal disputes among commissioners about which cases warranted recognition

South Korean truth commission halts probe into adoption fraud, hundreds of cases in limbo
Political|Science|Technology|World

Memes and conflict: Study shows surge of imagery and fakes can precede international and political violence

Visual content, including manipulated images, is a staple of propaganda and political messaging. AI analysis shows that a surge of these memes can precede the outbreak of wide-scale violence.

Memes and conflict: Study shows surge of imagery and fakes can precede international and political violence
Europe|Health|World

Pope Francis' doctor says pontiff died 'without suffering, at home'

Pope Francis’ doctor has recounted the pope's last moments in Italian newspaper interviews

Pope Francis' doctor says pontiff died 'without suffering, at home'
Health|Political|Science|Technology|World

Uncertainty around NIH funding leaves Alzheimer’s studies in limbo

Uncertainty around NIH funding leaves Alzheimer’s studies in limbo

Uncertainty around NIH funding leaves Alzheimer’s studies in limbo
Science|Technology|World

Spaceship carrying 3 Chinese astronauts docks with Tiangong space station in latest crew rotation

A spaceship carrying three astronauts has docked with China's space station in the latest crew rotation

Spaceship carrying 3 Chinese astronauts docks with Tiangong space station in latest crew rotation
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Maryland judge orders return of Venezuelan asylum seeker deported to El Salvador

Maryland judge orders return of Venezuelan asylum seeker deported to El Salvador

Maryland judge orders return of Venezuelan asylum seeker deported to El Salvador
Europe|Political|World

What to know about the death of Pope Francis

Pope Francis died on Easter Monday at the age of 88 after suffering a stroke, setting off mourning in the Catholic world and days of ritual at the Vatican

What to know about the death of Pope Francis
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Germany sees the economy stagnating in 2025 as Trump's trade policy weighs on it

The German government is forecasting the country’s economy, Europe’s biggest, will stagnate this year as U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs and trade threats weigh on its performance

Germany sees the economy stagnating in 2025 as Trump's trade policy weighs on it
Health|Science|World

Unearthed skeletons reveal tough lives of Early Medieval women

Unearthed skeletons reveal tough lives of Early Medieval women

Unearthed skeletons reveal tough lives of Early Medieval women
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Everything we know about the funeral of Pope Francis

Everything we know about the funeral of Pope Francis

Everything we know about the funeral of Pope Francis
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Olympic gold medalist Rebeca Andrade says viral podium moment with Simone Biles and Jordan Chiles still ‘gives me goosebumps’

Olympic gold medalist Rebeca Andrade says viral podium moment with Simone Biles and Jordan Chiles still ‘gives me goosebumps’

Olympic gold medalist Rebeca Andrade says viral podium moment with Simone Biles and Jordan Chiles still ‘gives me goosebumps’
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The UK says at an energy summit that green power will boost security, as the US differs

Britain has announced a major investment in wind power as it hosts an international summit on energy security

The UK says at an energy summit that green power will boost security, as the US differs
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New security footage shows woman accused of sneaking onto Paris-bound flight

Newly released security camera footages captured the moment Svetlana Dali allegedly snuck onto a Delta flight from New York to Paris on November 26 without a ticket. Dali can be seen walking up to the gate, blending herself in with what appeared to be a family traveling together, and following them onto the jet bridge.

New security footage shows woman accused of sneaking onto Paris-bound flight
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Trump’s trade war olive branch met with derision and mistrust inside China

Trump’s trade war olive branch met with derision and mistrust inside China

Trump’s trade war olive branch met with derision and mistrust inside China
Asia|Crime|Political|Travel|World

Dozens killed as gunmen massacre tourists in Kashmir beauty spot

Dozens killed as gunmen massacre tourists in Kashmir beauty spot

Dozens killed as gunmen massacre tourists in Kashmir beauty spot
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Pope Francis took vital steps on abuse, but it will be up to his successor to ensure reforms are enacted

Pope Francis took vital steps on abuse, but it will be up to his successor to ensure reforms are enacted

Pope Francis took vital steps on abuse, but it will be up to his successor to ensure reforms are enacted
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Zelenskyy says he's cutting short a visit to South Africa after Russian attacks on Kyiv

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he is cutting short an official visit to South Africa because of a major Russian attack on Kyiv overnight

Zelenskyy says he's cutting short a visit to South Africa after Russian attacks on Kyiv
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‘No friend anymore’: Days from a national election, Canadian voters focus on the US relationship

‘No friend anymore’: Days from a national election, Canadian voters focus on the US relationship

‘No friend anymore’: Days from a national election, Canadian voters focus on the US relationship
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Hong Kong allows outspoken Cardinal Joseph Zen to attend Pope Francis' funeral

Hong Kong’s outspoken Roman Catholic Cardinal Joseph Zen has been allowed to leave the southern Chinese city to attend Pope Francis’ funeral in Vatican City

Hong Kong allows outspoken Cardinal Joseph Zen to attend Pope Francis' funeral
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South Korea says DeepSeek transferred user data, prompts without consent

South Korea's data protection authority said on Thursday that Chinese artificial intelligence startup DeepSeek transferred user information and prompts without permission when the

South Korea says DeepSeek transferred user data, prompts without consent
Economy|Finance|US|World

Turkey's Simsek holds talks with US Treasury Secretary Bessent

Turkish Finance Minister Mehmet Simsek and Central Bank Governor Fatih Karahan met on Wednesday with U.S.

Turkey's Simsek holds talks with US Treasury Secretary Bessent
Australia|Business|Economy|Election|Environment|World

Where do Australia's political parties stand on energy policy?

Australia will hold an election on May 3, and energy security has become a key issue as voters face rising power bills and the prospect of gas shortages.

Where do Australia's political parties stand on energy policy?
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U.S. and South Korea had 'very successful' trade talks, Bessent says

The U.S. and South Korea had a "very successful" meeting on Thursday, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said, as the two countries opened

U.S. and South Korea had 'very successful' trade talks, Bessent says
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Japan urges G20 to stabilise markets, warns of US tariff damage

Japanese Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato on Wednesday urged G20 counterparts to cooperate in stabilising markets, warning that U.S. tariffs and countermeasures

Japan urges G20 to stabilise markets, warns of US tariff damage
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Overnight Russian attacks kill nine in Kyiv, injure 63, emergency services say

Combined overnight missile and drone attacks killed nine people in Ukrainian capital Kyiv and injured 63, local emergency services said. "There has been destruction.

Overnight Russian attacks kill nine in Kyiv, injure 63, emergency services say
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Philippines stands to benefit from US tariff shake-up, but must address constraints, study shows

The Philippines stands to benefit from a sweeping U.S. tariff overhaul that has disrupted global trade flows, a new study showed, as the country emerges among the least exposed

Philippines stands to benefit from US tariff shake-up, but must address constraints, study shows
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Singapore's high-yield stocks gain from tariff-induced flight to safety

As reverberations from U.S.

Singapore's high-yield stocks gain from tariff-induced flight to safety
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Taiwan proposes another $10 billion in aid to deal with US tariffs

Taiwan's premier on Thursday proposed another $10 billion in spending as a special budget to help the economy deal with the impact of U.S. tariffs.

Taiwan proposes another $10 billion in aid to deal with US tariffs
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Pakistani astronaut will become first foreign national to enter Chinese space station

Pakistani astronaut will become first foreign national to enter Chinese space station

Pakistani astronaut will become first foreign national to enter Chinese space station
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China supports free trade, central bank governor says in Washington meeting, CCTV reports

China will firmly support free trade rules and the multilateral trading system, the country's central bank governor said on Wednesday in Washington D.C., state broadcaster CCTV

China supports free trade, central bank governor says in Washington meeting, CCTV reports
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German finance minister: agreement with US is still preferred option in tariff row

Germany still hopes the European Union can find agreement with the United States to bring about a reduction in import tariffs but supports counter-measures if this fails, the

German finance minister: agreement with US is still preferred option in tariff row
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Nestle beats quarterly sales estimates, says indirect tariff impact 'unclear'

Nestle on Thursday said the indirect impact of U.S. tariffs was "unclear" and posted better-than-expected first-quarter organic sales growth, as the world's biggest

Nestle beats quarterly sales estimates, says indirect tariff impact 'unclear'
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Nokia posts quarterly profit miss, flags disruption from Trump's tariffs

Nokia reported first-quarter profit well below market expectations on Thursday and flagged a short-term disruption from U.S. tariffs with an

Nokia posts quarterly profit miss, flags disruption from Trump's tariffs
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Fitch watching 'quite closely' how South Korea manages geopolitical challenges

Global credit ratings agency Fitch said it was "quite closely" watching how South Korea manages geopolitical challenges amid a global trade war between

Fitch watching 'quite closely' how South Korea manages geopolitical challenges
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Boeing poised to resell jets as tariffs hit China trade

Boeing is looking to resell potentially dozens of planes locked out of China by tariffs after repatriating a third jet to

Boeing poised to resell jets as tariffs hit China trade
Political|World

Top Russian official says Moscow has right to use nuclear weapons if attacked by West, TASS reports

Russia reserves the right to use nuclear weapons in the event it faces aggression by Western countries, Moscow's top security official, Sergei Shoigu, was quoted as saying in an

Top Russian official says Moscow has right to use nuclear weapons if attacked by West, TASS reports
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China is restricting mineral exports. How does its export control system work?

China has been flexing its control over the mining and refining of minerals by adding metals essential for clean energy, chipmaking and defence to its export control list,

China is restricting mineral exports. How does its export control system work?
Africa|Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China, Kenya upgrade ties amid 'turbulent international situation'

China and Kenya announced they had upgraded ties to a "new level" on Thursday during a meeting between President Xi Jinping and Kenyan President William Ruto in

China, Kenya upgrade ties amid 'turbulent international situation'
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Even Porsche can't find its lane in China as foreign automaker sales skid

Foreign automakers in China face an increasingly urgent challenge at this year's Shanghai auto show - winning back Chinese

Even Porsche can't find its lane in China as foreign automaker sales skid
Entertainment|Science|Technology|Videos|World

Earthquake shakes TV studio during live broadcast

CNN Turk anchor Meltem Bozbeyoğlu was live on air when a 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Istanbul, Turkey.

Earthquake shakes TV studio during live broadcast
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Tanzania police detain opposition officials on way to court, party says

Police in Tanzania detained two senior opposition figures on Thursday as the men drove to a court hearing for their leader Tundu Lissu, who has been charged with treason,

Tanzania police detain opposition officials on way to court, party says
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Pakistan closes air space for Indian airlines, warns against water treaty violation as ties plummet

Pakistan closed its air space for Indian airlines and rejected New Delhi's suspension of a critical water sharing

Pakistan closes air space for Indian airlines, warns against water treaty violation as ties plummet
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Where is Crimea and why is it contested?

The Crimean peninsula, which Russia seized from Ukraine in 2014, is at the centre of the worst East-West standoff since the Cold War. The issue led to another clash  between U.S.

Where is Crimea and why is it contested?
Asia|Crime|World

Kashmir police name three militants behind tourists killing, say two are Pakistani

Police in India's Kashmir published notices on Thursday naming three suspected militants "involved in" the attack on tourists this week in which 26 people were killed, and

Kashmir police name three militants behind tourists killing, say two are Pakistani
Crime|Political|World

Trump administration brings first terror-related case against alleged high-ranking Tren de Aragua gang member

Trump administration brings first terror-related case against alleged high-ranking Tren de Aragua gang member

Trump administration brings first terror-related case against alleged high-ranking Tren de Aragua gang member
Health|Political|World

Family demands release of hunger-striking activist held in Egypt as fears grow for his health

Family demands release of hunger-striking activist held in Egypt as fears grow for his health

Family demands release of hunger-striking activist held in Egypt as fears grow for his health
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Freed Israeli hostage feared the 'many ways to die' in Gaza but kept hope alive

Tal Shoham was freed from captivity in Gaza 505 days after Hamas militants abducted him

Freed Israeli hostage feared the 'many ways to die' in Gaza but kept hope alive
Africa|Economy|Political|World

Kenyan president vows closer ties to China during visit amid Trump's trade war

Kenyan President William Ruto pledged to build closer ties with China on Thursday, a day after saying a global trade war triggered by Washington could deal a “death blow” to the current world order

Kenyan president vows closer ties to China during visit amid Trump's trade war
Economy|Election|Political|World

Trump's trade war and annexation threats have upended Canada's election

U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war and annexation threats have upended Canada’s election and dramatically improved the fortunes of the Liberal Party, which could win a fourth consecutive term in power next week

Trump's trade war and annexation threats have upended Canada's election
Economy|Political|Technology|US|World

From banning tech to ending sister-city ties, US states have at least 240 anti-China proposals

State lawmakers across the U.S. have introduced at least 240 anti-China proposals this year

From banning tech to ending sister-city ties, US states have at least 240 anti-China proposals
Arts|Entertainment|World

10 movies that defined the Vietnam War on the big screen

The Vietnam War cast a long shadow across not just one of the most fertile periods of American filmmaking, but has led filmmakers for the past half century to reckon with its complicated legacy

10 movies that defined the Vietnam War on the big screen
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10 fiction and nonfiction books inspired by the Vietnam War

The Vietnam War inspired enduring literature, from both sides of the world

10 fiction and nonfiction books inspired by the Vietnam War
Arts|Entertainment|World

11 notable songs about the Vietnam War

War has long inspired artists and musicians

11 notable songs about the Vietnam War
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China to allow overseas investors access to more sectors

China's state regulator and planning council published a new version of its "negative list" that relaxes barriers to entering the world's second-largest economy, reducing the

China to allow overseas investors access to more sectors
Asia|Political|World

South Korea expressed concern over Chinese structure in disputed area of sea

South Korea has expressed "deep concern" over China erecting a sea structure off the west coast of the Korean Peninsula, Seoul's foreign ministry said on Thursday.

South Korea expressed concern over Chinese structure in disputed area of sea
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US|World

What's on the table for US-South Korea trade talks?

When a South Korean delegation meets U.S. counterparts in Washington on Thursday for trade talks, they face a wide range of potential agenda items. U.S.

What's on the table for US-South Korea trade talks?
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Indonesia expects steady 5% growth in 2025 amid ongoing trade tensions

Indonesia's economic growth this year will likely stay around 5% despite trade tensions, its finance minister said on Thursday, stressing a

Indonesia expects steady 5% growth in 2025 amid ongoing trade tensions
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Trump emergency move aims to cut approval times for energy projects to 28 days

The Trump administration on Wednesday said it would implement an emergency permitting process for energy and mining projects on federal lands, slashing approval times that typically take

Trump emergency move aims to cut approval times for energy projects to 28 days
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Congo's government and rebels say they are working toward a truce in the east

A joint statement from Congo's government and a coalition of insurgents in the country’s east including the M23 rebels says the two sides have agreed to work toward a truce following peace talks in Qatar

Congo's government and rebels say they are working toward a truce in the east
Europe|Political|US|World

Trump slams Zelensky for refusing to recognize Russian control of Crimea

Trump slams Zelensky for refusing to recognize Russian control of Crimea

Trump slams Zelensky for refusing to recognize Russian control of Crimea
Political|Sports|World

Pope Francis' beloved soccer team in Buenos Aires mourns its most famous fan

Pope Francis’ beloved soccer club in his native Buenos Aires, San Lorenzo, has celebrated a Mass dedicated to its most famous fan two days after his death, with Argentina still awash in emotional tributes to the first Latin American pontiff

Pope Francis' beloved soccer team in Buenos Aires mourns its most famous fan
Economy|Political|US|World

Foreign aid agency Millennium Challenge Corporation to shut down as part of DOGE efforts

Foreign aid agency Millennium Challenge Corporation to shut down as part of DOGE efforts

Foreign aid agency Millennium Challenge Corporation to shut down as part of DOGE efforts
Economy|Health|Political|World

Aid funding cuts disrupt child vaccinations almost as much as pandemic, says UN

Global aid funding cuts, led by the United States, are disrupting efforts to vaccinate children

Aid funding cuts disrupt child vaccinations almost as much as pandemic, says UN
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Caught in the tariff net: U.S. trade war threatens Chinese fish town

In Maoming, a southern Chinese city where a giant tilapia statue watches over traffic at an intersection, the fish isn't just a budget

Caught in the tariff net: U.S. trade war threatens Chinese fish town
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US wants to sign economic partnership with Ukraine 'as soon as possible'

U.S.

US wants to sign economic partnership with Ukraine 'as soon as possible'
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Malaysia will need to revise down growth forecast, central bank governor says

Malaysia will need to mark down its growth forecast of 4.5% to 5.5% for the year due to trade and tariff uncertainties, its central bank governor said. 

Malaysia will need to revise down growth forecast, central bank governor says
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Pamela Brown presses State Department spokesperson about Rubio's absence from Ukraine peace talks

CNN's Pamela Brown asks State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce about Secretary of State Marco Rubio's absence from talks to end the Ukraine war. The State Department said he pulled out of the London talks today because of "logistical issues."

Pamela Brown presses State Department spokesperson about Rubio's absence from Ukraine peace talks
Political|US|World

Department of Homeland Security points to another agency when asked about court-barred deportations

Attorneys for the Department of Homeland Security say the agency didn’t violate a judge’s order detailing when people may be deported to countries other than their own because it was the Defense Department — not DHS officials — doing the deporting

Department of Homeland Security points to another agency when asked about court-barred deportations
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

UK shoppers took fright at Trump tariffs, British Retail Consortium says

British shoppers took fright at the global financial market turmoil unleashed by U.S.

UK shoppers took fright at Trump tariffs, British Retail Consortium says
Australia|Business|Economy|World

Australia's Albanese pledges to set up critical minerals strategic reserve

Australia's ruling centre-left Labor government on Thursday pledged an initial investment of A$1.2 billion ($763 million) to set up a strategic reserve of critical

Australia's Albanese pledges to set up critical minerals strategic reserve
Americas|Political|World

Costa Rica grants special status to 85 migrants deported from the US

Costa Rica granted 85 migrants, who were deported in February by the Trump administration, a special status that will allow them to freely move within the country, the country's

Costa Rica grants special status to 85 migrants deported from the US
Crime|Political|World

France says Tunisian political dissidents did not receive fair trial

France on Wednesday criticised the lengthy sentences handed down by a Tunisian court against opposition leaders and businessmen on conspiracy charges on the weekend, saying the

France says Tunisian political dissidents did not receive fair trial
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DOGE shuttering Millennium Challenge Corp aid agency, staff told

Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is ending the work of a U.S. aid agency launched by Republican former President George W.

DOGE shuttering Millennium Challenge Corp aid agency, staff told
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IMF expects BOJ to delay further rate hikes due to tariff uncertainty

The Bank of Japan is likely to push back the timing of further interest rate hikes as uncertainty triggered by U.S. tariffs has heightened downside risks to

IMF expects BOJ to delay further rate hikes due to tariff uncertainty
Political|US|World

Trump to hold Michigan rally next week to mark first 100 days

President Donald Trump will hold a rally in Michigan on Tuesday to celebrate his first 100 days in office, the White House said.

Trump to hold Michigan rally next week to mark first 100 days
Economy|Political|World

Carney takes election campaign to British Columbia battleground

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, riding high in polls, looked for support on Wednesday in British Columbia, one of a few

Carney takes election campaign to British Columbia battleground
Business|Technology|World

China's fast-growing EV makers pursuing varied routes to global expansion

The world's auto industry is getting a shake-up from Chinese automakers that are quickly expanding across the globe, offering relatively affordable electric vehicles designed to wow car buyers with sleek designs and the latest high-tech interiors

China's fast-growing EV makers pursuing varied routes to global expansion
Crime|Political|World

Federal judge temporarily halts order for details on any efforts to return Abrego Garcia to US

A federal judge has temporarily halted her order directing the government to explain what it’s done to return Kilmar Abrego Garcia to the U.S. The ruling from U.S. District Judge Paula Xinis came Wednesday, just one day after she blasted the Trump administration for ignoring her orders by refusing to provide information

Federal judge temporarily halts order for details on any efforts to return Abrego Garcia to US
Crime|Political|US|World

Texas man is executed for the 2004 strangling and stabbing death of a young mother

A Texas man has been executed for the killing of a young mother more than 20 years ago

Texas man is executed for the 2004 strangling and stabbing death of a young mother
Education|Political|World

A Palestinian student arrested at US citizenship interview will stay in detention for now, ahead of a hearing next week

A Palestinian student arrested at US citizenship interview will stay in detention for now, ahead of a hearing next week

A Palestinian student arrested at US citizenship interview will stay in detention for now, ahead of a hearing next week
Education|Political|World

Trump signs executive orders targeting colleges, plus schools' equity efforts

President Donald Trump has ordered sharper scrutiny of America’s colleges and the accreditors that oversee them

Trump signs executive orders targeting colleges, plus schools' equity efforts
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Mexico’s president hits back at US anti-immigration ads, calls them ‘discriminatory propaganda’

Mexico’s president hits back at US anti-immigration ads, calls them ‘discriminatory propaganda’

Mexico’s president hits back at US anti-immigration ads, calls them ‘discriminatory propaganda’