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Partisan shutdown standoff ignores key risk to US stability: rising national debt

The ongoing shutdown debate between Democrats and President Donald Trump's Republicans is largely avoiding the difficult fiscal issues clouding the country's

Partisan shutdown standoff ignores key risk to US stability: rising national debt
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin warns the West over 'dramatic' escalation moment in Ukraine war

The Kremlin said on Sunday Russia was deeply concerned about the possibility of the U.S. supplying Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine, warning that the war had reached a dramatic moment

Kremlin warns the West over 'dramatic' escalation moment in Ukraine war
Business|Technology|World

China says Qualcomm admitted to acquiring Autotalks without informing regulator

U.S. semiconductor manufacturer Qualcomm admitted that it had not informed Chinese authorities when it completed its acquisition of Israel's Autotalks in June,

China says Qualcomm admitted to acquiring Autotalks without informing regulator
Business|Economy|Political|World

UK's Reeves plans to build bigger budget buffer - Telegraph

British finance minister Rachel Reeves plans to build up a bigger buffer against her main fiscal rule at next month's budget in an effort to better insulate government finances from

UK's Reeves plans to build bigger budget buffer - Telegraph
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Trump says inflation is 'defeated' and the Fed has cut rates, yet prices remain too high for many

Inflation has risen in three of the last four months and is slightly higher than it was a year ago

Trump says inflation is 'defeated' and the Fed has cut rates, yet prices remain too high for many
Business|Entertainment|Sports|Travel|World

NBA returns to China for first time since 2019 with preseason game

The NBA made its return to China on Friday when the Phoenix Suns beat the Brooklyn Nets in the first of two preseason games in Macao. With tickets in high demand, CNN's Senior International Correspondent Ivan Watson explained why fans are excited for basketball's return.

NBA returns to China for first time since 2019 with preseason game
Africa|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Palestinians return to ruins and US expects hostages freed on Monday as Gaza ceasefire holds

Tens of thousands of displaced Palestinians are returning to neighborhoods in Gaza as a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is in its second day

Palestinians return to ruins and US expects hostages freed on Monday as Gaza ceasefire holds
Asia|Political|World

China, North Korea to strengthen strategic cooperation, KCNA says

China says it is ready to develop its relationship with North Korea to strengthen strategic cooperation in international and regional affairs, North Korea's state media

China, North Korea to strengthen strategic cooperation, KCNA says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

US intelligence helps Ukraine target Russian energy infrastructure, FT reports

The U.S. has been helping Ukraine mount long-range strikes on Russian energy facilities for months in a joint effort to weaken the economy and force President Vladimir Putin to the

US intelligence helps Ukraine target Russian energy infrastructure, FT reports
Asia|Environment|Political|World

Philippines, China trade accusations over South China Sea vessel clash

The Philippines and China accused each other on Sunday of responsibility for a maritime confrontation near disputed islands in the South China Sea, further escalating

Philippines, China trade accusations over South China Sea vessel clash
MidEast|Political|World

Gazans stream back home as Israel-Hamas ceasefire holds

Thousands of Palestinians streamed north along the coast of Gaza on Saturday, trekking by foot, car, and cart back to their abandoned homes as a ceasefire between Israel and

Gazans stream back home as Israel-Hamas ceasefire holds
Asia|Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Taiwan sees no significant impact on chip sector from China rare earths curbs

No significant impact is expected on Taiwan's semiconductor industry from China's new curbs on rare earths as they differ from the metals needed for the chip sector, the island's

Taiwan sees no significant impact on chip sector from China rare earths curbs
Arts|Australia|Business|MidEast|Political|World

Australia pro-Palestinian rally draws tens of thousands, scepticism on ceasefire

Tens of thousands joined a pro-Palestinian rally in Sydney on Sunday, organisers said, one of dozens of demonstrations across Australia, with some protesters expressing scepticism a

Australia pro-Palestinian rally draws tens of thousands, scepticism on ceasefire
Africa|Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|World

Opposition leader Patrick Herminie wins presidential runoff election in Seychelles

Official results show that opposition leader Patrick Herminie has won the presidential election in Seychelles, defeating incumbent leader Wavel Ramkalawan in Saturday’s runoff vote

Opposition leader Patrick Herminie wins presidential runoff election in Seychelles
Business|Entertainment|Sports|US|World

Brewers beat Cubs 3-1 in Game 5 of NL Division Series to earn NLCS matchup with Dodgers

Andrew Vaughn hit a tiebreaking homer in the fourth inning and William Contreras and Brice Turang also went deep as the Milwaukee Brewers shook off their recent history of playoff frustration by beating the Chicago Cubs 3-1 in the decisive fifth game of their NL Division Series

Brewers beat Cubs 3-1 in Game 5 of NL Division Series to earn NLCS matchup with Dodgers
Crime|MidEast|World

For some Israelis, saving hostages held in Gaza means freeing militants who killed their loved ones

Survivors and family members of Palestinian attacks in Israel have faced a wrenching dilemma throughout the war

For some Israelis, saving hostages held in Gaza means freeing militants who killed their loved ones
Africa|Crime|MidEast|World

Qatari officials killed in car crash near Egypt's Sharm el-Sheikh, embassy says

Three employees of Qatar's Amiri Diwan, its top government body, were killed in a car crash near Egypt's Red Sea resort city of Sharm el-Sheikh, Qatar's embassy in Egypt said in a

Qatari officials killed in car crash near Egypt's Sharm el-Sheikh, embassy says
Africa|Political|World

Egypt to convene global leaders, including Trump, in Sharm el-Sheikh on Gaza war agreement

Egypt will host an international summit in the Red Sea resort city of Sharm el-Sheikh on Monday to finalise an agreement aimed at ending the war in Gaza, an Egyptian presidential

Egypt to convene global leaders, including Trump, in Sharm el-Sheikh on Gaza war agreement
Crime|Political|World

Trump's indictment of New York attorney general Letitia James stirs concerns for Black women leaders

The indictment of New York Attorney General Letitia James on allegations of mortgage fraud has raised alarms among her allies and Black leaders, who condemned it as a politicization of the justice system for President Donald Trump's personal grievances

Trump's indictment of New York attorney general Letitia James stirs concerns for Black women leaders
Africa|Economy|Environment|World

Former speaker Herminie wins Seychelles presidential election

Former Seychelles parliament speaker Patrick Herminie defeated President Wavel Ramkalawan in a run-off election, official results showed on Sunday, restoring full control of the archipelago

Former speaker Herminie wins Seychelles presidential election
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|World

Death toll from Tennessee munitions blast lowered to 16, sheriff says

Investigators now believe a massive blast at a Tennessee military explosives facility killed 16 people, officials said on Saturday.

Death toll from Tennessee munitions blast lowered to 16, sheriff says
Business|Crime|Health|Technology|World

Massive blast that destroyed a Tennessee explosive plant leaves 16 dead, officials say

Massive blast that destroyed a Tennessee explosive plant leaves 16 dead, officials say

Massive blast that destroyed a Tennessee explosive plant leaves 16 dead, officials say
Health|Sports|World

Tiger Woods has a seventh back surgery to have disk replaced

Tiger Woods is recovering from a seventh back surgery

Tiger Woods has a seventh back surgery to have disk replaced
Business|Crime|Education|Environment|World

16 people died in a blast at a Tennessee explosives factory early Friday, the sheriff says

Authorities say a blast in rural Tennessee that leveled an explosives plant and was felt for miles around killed 16 people and left no survivors

16 people died in a blast at a Tennessee explosives factory early Friday, the sheriff says
Europe|Political|World

UK PM Starmer to attend Middle East peace summit in Egypt

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will travel to Egypt to attend the Sharm El Sheikh Peace Summit, where leaders are expected to sign a U.S.-brokered peace agreement aimed at

UK PM Starmer to attend Middle East peace summit in Egypt
Political|US|World

Trump directs the Pentagon to use 'all available funds' to ensure troops are paid despite shutdown

President Donald Trump says he's directed the Defense Department to use “all available funds” to ensure that U.S. troops are paid on Wednesday despite the government shutdown

Trump directs the Pentagon to use 'all available funds' to ensure troops are paid despite shutdown
Americas|Environment|World

Heavy rain in Mexico sets off floods and landslides, killing at least 37

Authorities say the death toll from landslides and floods set off by incessant rainfall in central and southeastern Mexico has increased to 37 people

Heavy rain in Mexico sets off floods and landslides, killing at least 37
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

What we know about the fraud case against New York attorney general Letitia James

New York Attorney General Letitia James was indicted by a federal grand jury Thursday on mortgage fraud charges

What we know about the fraud case against New York attorney general Letitia James
Crime|Political|US|World

Court: National Guard troops sent to Illinois by Trump can stay but can’t be deployed for now

National Guard troops sent to Illinois by President Donald Trump can stay in the state and under federal control, but can’t be deployed to protect federal property or go on patrol for now, an appeals court ruled Saturday

Court: National Guard troops sent to Illinois by Trump can stay but can’t be deployed for now
Sports|World

No. 1 Ohio State turns 3 takeaways into 21 points and beats No. 17 Illinois 34-16

Julian Sayin passed for two touchdowns, C

No. 1 Ohio State turns 3 takeaways into 21 points and beats No. 17 Illinois 34-16
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Between grief and joy, Israel awaits the return of its hostages

Between grief and joy, Israel awaits the return of its hostages

Between grief and joy, Israel awaits the return of its hostages
Business|Economy|World

US Ambassador to India Gor says he discussed bilateral issues with PM Modi

U.S. Ambassador to India Sergio Gor said he met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and discussed bilateral issues which included trade, defense and technology.

US Ambassador to India Gor says he discussed bilateral issues with PM Modi
Science|World

Iran says it is open to 'fair, balanced' US nuclear proposal

Iran welcomes a potential "fair and balanced" U.S. nuclear proposal, but Tehran has not received any proposal for negotiations, the country's top diplomat said on Saturday.

Iran says it is open to 'fair, balanced' US nuclear proposal
Crime|Political|US|World

Federal prosecutors meeting this weekend to finalize potential Bolton indictment

Federal prosecutors meeting this weekend to finalize potential Bolton indictment

Federal prosecutors meeting this weekend to finalize potential Bolton indictment
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Trump’s new 100% tariffs on China triggered an $18 billion crypto sell-off

Trump’s new 100% tariffs on China triggered an $18 billion crypto sell-off

Trump’s new 100% tariffs on China triggered an $18 billion crypto sell-off
Americas|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Havana slams US over charges Cuban troops are fighting in Ukraine

Cuba's Foreign Ministry on Saturday said U.S. claims that its troops were fighting in Ukraine were unfounded, and released for the first time information on legal

Havana slams US over charges Cuban troops are fighting in Ukraine
MidEast|Political|World

Iran dismisses Trump's suggestion of normalising ties with Israel as 'wishful thinking'

Iran described on Saturday the possibility, suggested by U.S. President Donald Trump, that it could normalise relations with Israel as "wishful thinking."

Iran dismisses Trump's suggestion of normalising ties with Israel as 'wishful thinking'
Africa|Political|World

Madagascar PM urges dialogue and unity after soldiers join protesters

Madagascar's prime minister called for calm and unity on Saturday, hours after some soldiers joined youth protesters, escorting them as they entered Antananarivo’s May 13

Madagascar PM urges dialogue and unity after soldiers join protesters
Business|Crime|US|World

Chicago TV producer detained by border patrol agents

A producer for WGN-TV, a Chicago television station, was detained by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents on Friday in a residential area of the city, the U.S.

Chicago TV producer detained by border patrol agents
Americas|Arts|Education|Science|World

A long-lost ancient Roman artifact reappears in a New Orleans backyard

A family cleaning their backyard in New Orleans discovered an unusual marble tablet with some characters in Latin

A long-lost ancient Roman artifact reappears in a New Orleans backyard
MidEast|Political|World

Trusting Trump: Why Hamas gambled on giving up Gaza hostages

Hamas has called Donald Trump a racist, a "recipe for chaos" and a man with

Trusting Trump: Why Hamas gambled on giving up Gaza hostages
Business|Economy|Health|World

Bill Gates, PAHO consider ways to bring weight-loss drugs to lower-income countries 

(Corrects paragraphs 1, 2 and 4 to show the Gates Foundation has not begun work on broad weight-loss drug access; clarifies Bill Gates' quote in paragraph 4 to show he was speaking more generally on

Bill Gates, PAHO consider ways to bring weight-loss drugs to lower-income countries 
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Truce fizzles as U.S.-China trade tensions return to full boil

Months of relative calm in the long-simmering trade war between the U.S. and China may be coming to an end

Truce fizzles as U.S.-China trade tensions return to full boil
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Drone footage above Gaza City shows the toll of 2 years of war

New drone footage shows what remains of Gaza City after two years of war as a ceasefire holds in its second day

Drone footage above Gaza City shows the toll of 2 years of war
Business|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Family affair: 204th-ranked Vacherot stuns Djokovic and will face cousin in Shanghai final

Two cousins will meet in the final of the Shanghai Open after qualifier Valentin Vacherot stunned a hobbled Novak Djokovic and relative Arthur Rinderknech fought back to beat Daniil Medvedev

Family affair: 204th-ranked Vacherot stuns Djokovic and will face cousin in Shanghai final
Crime|World

3 African countries say they won’t accept Kilmar Abrego Garcia as battle plays out in two courts over his fate

3 African countries say they won’t accept Kilmar Abrego Garcia as battle plays out in two courts over his fate

3 African countries say they won’t accept Kilmar Abrego Garcia as battle plays out in two courts over his fate
Crime|Economy|World

Ivory Coast arrests 237 protesters amid rising tensions before presidential election

Authorities in the Ivory Coast have arrested at least 237 people during a protest against what activists call the country's authoritarian drift

Ivory Coast arrests 237 protesters amid rising tensions before presidential election
Economy|Europe|Political|World

France's re-appointed prime minister Lecornu calls for calm amid political chaos

France’s newly re-appointed Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu acknowledged that he might be able to stay in his job long given the country's deep political divides

France's re-appointed prime minister Lecornu calls for calm amid political chaos
Political|Science|Technology|World

North Korea displays new long-range missile at a military parade celebrating Kim Jong Un

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has showcased his military's most powerful weapons at a massive parade attended by foreign leaders

North Korea displays new long-range missile at a military parade celebrating Kim Jong Un
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Power restored to 800,000 in Kyiv after major Russian strikes on Ukraine's energy grid

Power has been restored to over 800,000 residents in Kyiv, a day after Russia launched major attacks on Ukraine's power grid, causing widespread blackouts

Power restored to 800,000 in Kyiv after major Russian strikes on Ukraine's energy grid
Economy|Europe|Political|World

French PM urges end to 'ridiculous spectacle' as budget deadline looms

Reappointed Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu on Saturday urged France's political parties to work together to put an end to the "ridiculous

French PM urges end to 'ridiculous spectacle' as budget deadline looms
Sports|US|World

Seattle Mariners reach ALCS for first time in 24 years after 15-inning classic

Seattle Mariners reach ALCS for first time in 24 years after 15-inning classic

Seattle Mariners reach ALCS for first time in 24 years after 15-inning classic
Arts|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Fact check: Trump’s ‘$17 trillion’ investment figure is fiction

Fact check: Trump’s ‘$17 trillion’ investment figure is fiction

Fact check: Trump’s ‘$17 trillion’ investment figure is fiction
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

What are rare earth minerals, and why are they central to Trump’s threats against China?

What are rare earth minerals, and why are they central to Trump’s threats against China?

What are rare earth minerals, and why are they central to Trump’s threats against China?
Europe|Political|US|World

Obama’s warnings about democracy fading sound increasingly directed toward the US

Obama’s warnings about democracy fading sound increasingly directed toward the US

Obama’s warnings about democracy fading sound increasingly directed toward the US
Political|Science|Technology|World

As its ruling party turns 80, an emboldened Kim Jong Un shows off North Korea’s new hypersonic weapon, ICBM

As its ruling party turns 80, an emboldened Kim Jong Un shows off North Korea’s new hypersonic weapon, ICBM

As its ruling party turns 80, an emboldened Kim Jong Un shows off North Korea’s new hypersonic weapon, ICBM
Entertainment|Sports|World

Las Vegas Aces win 2025 WNBA championship following sweep of Phoenix Mercury

Las Vegas Aces win 2025 WNBA championship following sweep of Phoenix Mercury

Las Vegas Aces win 2025 WNBA championship following sweep of Phoenix Mercury
Environment|World

Heavy rains in Mexico leave nearly 30 dead

Heavy rainfall in Mexico has left at least 27 people dead and more missing, authorities said on Friday, as downpours triggered several landslides, cut off power in some

Heavy rains in Mexico leave nearly 30 dead
Business|Technology|World

India's Modi meets Qualcomm CEO; discusses AI and innovation

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Cristiano Amon, President and CEO of Qualcomm, Modi's office said in a statement on Saturday.

India's Modi meets Qualcomm CEO; discusses AI and innovation
Europe|Political|World

French PM Lecornu, Macron's 'soldier monk', steels himself for budget battle

When Sebastien Lecornu gave his first prime-time TV interview hours after resigning as French prime minister on Wednesday, he cast himself as a "soldier monk" — a man

French PM Lecornu, Macron's 'soldier monk', steels himself for budget battle
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World

Michelle Obama's Girls Opportunity Alliance pledges $2.5 million for grassroots education for girls

Former first lady Michelle Obama is putting new force behind efforts to ensure girls overcome educational barriers in some of the world’s most economically disadvantaged areas

Michelle Obama's Girls Opportunity Alliance pledges $2.5 million for grassroots education for girls
Europe|Health|Political|World

Melania Trump says she has an ‘open channel’ to Putin on Ukrainian children, and some have been reunited with family

Melania Trump says she has an ‘open channel’ to Putin on Ukrainian children, and some have been reunited with family

Melania Trump says she has an ‘open channel’ to Putin on Ukrainian children, and some have been reunited with family
Americas|Crime|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

Chicago ICE crackdown's first casualty, a father of two, had built a quiet life in the US

When Silverio Villegas Gonzalez was 12 minutes late for his shift at Tom & Jerry's Gyros, a diner on Chicago's northwest side, his

Chicago ICE crackdown's first casualty, a father of two, had built a quiet life in the US
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

White House lays off thousands of US government workers, blaming shutdown

President Donald Trump on Friday blamed Democrats for his decision to lay off thousands of workers across the

White House lays off thousands of US government workers, blaming shutdown
Arts|Education|Political|World

Battle lines drawn over Confederate tribute at Georgia's Stone Mountain

The heroic images of three Confederate leaders carved into the granite face of Georgia's Stone Mountain have towered over the countryside outside Atlanta since the

Battle lines drawn over Confederate tribute at Georgia's Stone Mountain
Business|Europe|Political|Technology|World

EU need for 'digital sovereignty' does not mean protectionism, German minister says

Europe needs to build up its own digital infrastructure to reduce dependence on U.S. providers, but that does not mean turning away from them completely, Germany's digital minister

EU need for 'digital sovereignty' does not mean protectionism, German minister says
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump's Arab American backers hail Gaza deal but worry it won't hold

Lifelong Democrat Samra'a Luqman became a vocal backer of Donald Trump in 2024, helping to rally support for him among the pivotal Arab American

Trump's Arab American backers hail Gaza deal but worry it won't hold
Crime|Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Opinion|Political|World

Political violence: What can happen when First Amendment free speech meets Second Amendment gun rights

Political violence, made easier to carry out by the proliferation of guns, harms democracy by shifting the field of political disagreement from debate to aggression.

Political violence: What can happen when First Amendment free speech meets Second Amendment gun rights
Sports|World

Tarik Skubal turns in a dominant performance in Detroit's Game 5 loss to Mariners

Tarik Skubal was terrific

Tarik Skubal turns in a dominant performance in Detroit's Game 5 loss to Mariners
Health|Political|World

Trump remains in 'exceptional health,' doctor says

U.S.

Trump remains in 'exceptional health,' doctor says
Arts|Europe|Travel|World

Greece's famed Parthenon free of scaffolding for first time in decades

Visitors to Athens can now enjoy an unobstructed view of the Parthenon

Greece's famed Parthenon free of scaffolding for first time in decades
Arts|Crime|Europe|World

How a quiet Dutch retiree helped uncover Nazi-stolen art in Argentina

Dutch systems specialist Paul Post had glimpsed the notebooks that contained his father’s Nazi-era diaries before, but when he rediscovered them in

How a quiet Dutch retiree helped uncover Nazi-stolen art in Argentina
Political|Science|Technology|World

North Korea holds military parade, shows off new intercontinental missile

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw a large military parade displaying its new intercontinental ballistic missile in front of visiting international

North Korea holds military parade, shows off new intercontinental missile
Economy|Education|Health|Political|World

Morocco's king urges speedy reforms to boost jobs, rural development

King Mohammed VI of Morocco on Friday called for accelerating reforms to create jobs for young people, improve public services, and reduce regional inequalities by giving greater

Morocco's king urges speedy reforms to boost jobs, rural development
Asia|Political|World

North Korea, Vietnam agree to cooperate on defence, other fields, KCNA says

North Korea and Vietnam signed cooperation agreements in fields including their defence, foreign and health ministries, North Korean state media KCNA said on Saturday.

North Korea, Vietnam agree to cooperate on defence, other fields, KCNA says
Political|World

Gazans trek to ruined homes as Israeli forces pull back under ceasefire

Thousands of displaced Palestinians trekked over the wastelands of Gaza to return to the ruins of their abandoned homes on Friday

Gazans trek to ruined homes as Israeli forces pull back under ceasefire
Business|Crime|Finance|World

US military hikes operational command of counter-narcotics operations in Latin America

The Pentagon announced on Friday it is establishing a new counter-narcotics joint task force overseeing operations in Latin America, a move aimed to strengthen

US military hikes operational command of counter-narcotics operations in Latin America
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|MidEast|Political|US|World

Activist Laura Loomer blasts Pentagon over planned Qatar military facility in Idaho

Far-right activist Laura Loomer slammed President Donald Trump's administration on Friday over its deepening defense ties with Qatar and made false accusations

Activist Laura Loomer blasts Pentagon over planned Qatar military facility in Idaho
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Power being restored after Russian attack plunges thousands in Kyiv into darkness

Emergency crews restored power to many parts of Ukraine

Power being restored after Russian attack plunges thousands in Kyiv into darkness
Environment|Science|World

Two powerful quakes strike off southern Philippines, killing at least 7 people

Philippine seismologists say that a new offshore earthquake with a preliminary 6.8 magnitude hit the same southern region struck earlier by an earthquake with a magnitude of 7.4

Two powerful quakes strike off southern Philippines, killing at least 7 people
Business|Economy|US|World

Trump ratchets up US-China trade war, promising new tariffs

U.S.

Trump ratchets up US-China trade war, promising new tariffs
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Israel rejects freeing from prison the most popular Palestinian leader

The most popular and potentially unifying Palestinian leader — Marwan Barghouti — is not among the prisoners Israel intends to free in exchange for hostages held by Hamas under the new Gaza ceasefire deal

Israel rejects freeing from prison the most popular Palestinian leader
Business|Health|World

Thousands of Palestinians are returning home to northern Gaza, finding destruction and heartbreak

Thousands of Palestinians are returning home to northern Gaza, finding destruction and heartbreak

Thousands of Palestinians are returning home to northern Gaza, finding destruction and heartbreak
Asia|Crime|Political|World

China issues bounty for Taiwan PsyOps unit for 'separatism'

Chinese police on Saturday offered rewards of $1,400 for information about 18 people it said were Taiwanese military psychological operations officers spreading "separatist"

China issues bounty for Taiwan PsyOps unit for 'separatism'
Sports|US|World

Padres' Iglesias suspended 1 game, Bogaerts fined for dispute with umpires after season-ending loss

San Diego Padres infielder Jose Iglesias has been suspended for one game and fined for unprofessional conduct toward the umpires during the final game of the club’s Wild Card Series against the Cubs

Padres' Iglesias suspended 1 game, Bogaerts fined for dispute with umpires after season-ending loss
Sports|World

Phoenix Mercury coach Nate Tibbetts ejected from WNBA Finals Game 4 after heated argument

Phoenix Mercury coach Nate Tibbetts was ejected from Game 4 of the WNBA Finals after receiving two quick technical fouls in the third quarter against the Las Vegas Aces

Phoenix Mercury coach Nate Tibbetts ejected from WNBA Finals Game 4 after heated argument
Business|Crime|Environment|Science|World

Blast destroys Tennessee munitions plant; 18 missing and feared dead

Eighteen people were missing and feared dead following an explosion at a munitions factory in rural Tennessee on Friday that obliterated the building and was felt for miles around.

Blast destroys Tennessee munitions plant; 18 missing and feared dead
Americas|Economy|Political|World

A look at how Venezuelans in the US are reacting to Maria Corina Machado's Nobel Prize win

Venezuelans in the U.S. are welcoming the news that opposition leader leader Maria Corina Machado won the Nobel Peace Price

A look at how Venezuelans in the US are reacting to Maria Corina Machado's Nobel Prize win
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|World

Arrest made in Alabama capital city shooting that left 2 dead and 12 injured last weekend

A juvenile male has been arrested for his role in a shooting that killed two people and injured 12 others in Montgomery, Alabama

Arrest made in Alabama capital city shooting that left 2 dead and 12 injured last weekend
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Trump says he’ll impose new 100% tariff on China ‘over and above’ current rates, massively escalating trade war

Trump says he’ll impose new 100% tariff on China ‘over and above’ current rates, massively escalating trade war

Trump says he’ll impose new 100% tariff on China ‘over and above’ current rates, massively escalating trade war
Sports|US|World

Balogun's second-half goal gives US a 1-1 tie against Ecuador in friendly

Folarin Balogun scores in the 71st minute, helping the United States secure a 1-1 tie against Ecuador in a friendly

Balogun's second-half goal gives US a 1-1 tie against Ecuador in friendly
Business|Crime|Environment|World

18 people dead or missing after massive blast at Tennessee military explosive plant, officials say

18 people dead or missing after massive blast at Tennessee military explosive plant, officials say

18 people dead or missing after massive blast at Tennessee military explosive plant, officials say
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

US threatens visa restrictions, sanctions against UN members that back IMO emissions plan

The United States on Friday threatened to use visa restrictions and sanctions to retaliate against nations that vote in favor of a plan put forward by a United Nations agency to reduce

US threatens visa restrictions, sanctions against UN members that back IMO emissions plan
Education|Europe|World

Twenty-three children rescued from Russian-occupied Ukraine, senior official says

Twenty-three Ukrainian children and adolescents have been brought out of Russian-occupied areas of the country to territory under

Twenty-three children rescued from Russian-occupied Ukraine, senior official says
Election|Political|World

ASEAN to discuss Myanmar election observers at October summit

Myanmar's junta has invited the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to send observers for planned year-end elections, and the bloc will discuss the request during a

ASEAN to discuss Myanmar election observers at October summit
Europe|Political|World

Trump speaks with Nobel Peace Prize winner Machado after his administration denounced the decision to award it to her

Trump speaks with Nobel Peace Prize winner Machado after his administration denounced the decision to award it to her

Trump speaks with Nobel Peace Prize winner Machado after his administration denounced the decision to award it to her
Health|Political|Science|US|World

Trump received Covid vaccine and flu shot during second physical of the year

Trump received Covid vaccine and flu shot during second physical of the year

Trump received Covid vaccine and flu shot during second physical of the year
Health|US|World

President Donald Trump is in 'exceptional health,' his doctor says, after visit to Walter Reed

President Donald Trump is in "exceptional health," according to his physician, who evaluated him Friday

President Donald Trump is in 'exceptional health,' his doctor says, after visit to Walter Reed
Business|Economy|Technology|World

US eases some penalties tied to foreign-built ships, toughens others

The United States Trade Representative's office said on Friday it would modify certain maritime-related fees for foreign-built vehicle carriers and

US eases some penalties tied to foreign-built ships, toughens others
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|World

Deadly industrial accidents in the United States this century

Multiple people were killed after an explosion on Friday at a military explosives plant in Tennessee, and 19 people were unaccounted for, officials said.

Deadly industrial accidents in the United States this century
Education|Political|US|World

Chicago ICE raids, National Guard troops prompt new school leaflets: ‘Know your rights’

On a chilly morning outside Nash Elementary School in a working-class Chicago neighborhood, teachers greeted students with the usual high-fives and hugs, while

Chicago ICE raids, National Guard troops prompt new school leaflets: ‘Know your rights’
Health|Political|US|World

Trump, 79, has "cardiac age" of 65-year-old, doctor says

Donald Trump was found to be in "exceptional health" in a medical evaluation, the U.S. president's doctor said in a memo

Trump, 79, has "cardiac age" of 65-year-old, doctor says
Environment|Science|World

Death toll rises in Philippines after twin quake triggering 2 tsunami warnings

Death toll rises in Philippines after twin quake triggering 2 tsunami warnings

Death toll rises in Philippines after twin quake triggering 2 tsunami warnings
Arts|Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|Political|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

Trump threatens China with export controls on Boeing parts

The United States could impose export controls on Boeing plane parts as part of Washington's response to Chinese export limits on rare earth

Trump threatens China with export controls on Boeing parts
MidEast|Political|World

Pentagon will build a training facility for Qatari pilots in Idaho

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the U.S. military is moving forward with plans to build a dedicated facility in Idaho to train pilots from Qatar, an important U.S. ally in the Middle East

Pentagon will build a training facility for Qatari pilots in Idaho
Health|Political|World

The Latest: Budget office says ‘substantial’ firings of federal workers have started

The White House budget office said Friday that mass firings of federal workers have started in an attempt to exert more pressure on Democratic lawmakers as the government shutdown continues

The Latest: Budget office says ‘substantial’ firings of federal workers have started
MidEast|Political|World

Thousands of Palestinians return to what's left of their homes as Gaza ceasefire takes effect

Tens of thousands of Palestinians headed back to the heavily destroyed northern Gaza Strip as a U.S.-brokered ceasefire came into effect on Friday

Thousands of Palestinians return to what's left of their homes as Gaza ceasefire takes effect
Africa|Business|Election|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Zohran Mamdani opens the door to praising Trump for Israel-Hamas deal

Zohran Mamdani opens the door to praising Trump for Israel-Hamas deal

Zohran Mamdani opens the door to praising Trump for Israel-Hamas deal
Crime|Political|US|World

UN Security Council members voice concern about US-Venezuela tensions

U.N.

UN Security Council members voice concern about US-Venezuela tensions
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FAA staffing issues delay US air traffic for fifth straight day

The Federal Aviation Administration said on Friday that air traffic control staffing issues delayed travel for a fifth straight day as major U.S. airlines

FAA staffing issues delay US air traffic for fifth straight day
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China expands rare earths export restrictions to new elements

China said on Thursday it would add several new rare earth elements to its export control list in a further tightening of its controls over the critical materials.

China expands rare earths export restrictions to new elements
World

Trump's quest for the Nobel Peace Prize falls short again despite high-profile nominations

The White House is responding bitterly to President Donald Trump being passed over for the Nobel Peace Prize despite efforts from Republicans and world leaders

Trump's quest for the Nobel Peace Prize falls short again despite high-profile nominations
Economy|Political|US|World

Firings of federal workers begin as White House seeks to pressure Democrats in government shutdown

Mass firings of federal workers have begun

Firings of federal workers begin as White House seeks to pressure Democrats in government shutdown
Technology|Travel|World

Air traffic control staffing problems continue to cause delays as shutdown drags on

Air traffic control staffing problems continue to cause delays as shutdown drags on

Air traffic control staffing problems continue to cause delays as shutdown drags on
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Wall Street tumbles to its worst day since April after Trump threatens more tariffs on China

A monthslong calm on Wall Street shattered, and U.S. stocks tumbled after President Donald Trump threatened to crank tariffs higher on China

Wall Street tumbles to its worst day since April after Trump threatens more tariffs on China
Economy|Political|World

Why French PM faces immediate budget challenge

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu, freshly reappointed late on Friday days after resigning, faces an immediate test to deliver a 2026 budget bill by Monday to

Why French PM faces immediate budget challenge
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Peru's new leader readies cabinet to quell anger as elections loom

Peruvian President Jose Jeri scrambled to assemble a new government after taking office on Friday, looking to tap names that can help calm widespread public anger over

Peru's new leader readies cabinet to quell anger as elections loom
Education|World

MIT refuses to accept White House terms for funding, other schools still mulling

Massachusetts Institute of Technology President Sally Kornbluth on Friday said she "cannot support" a memo that the White House sent to nine elite U.S. universities last week

MIT refuses to accept White House terms for funding, other schools still mulling
Business|Technology|World

US FAA resuming flights at Atlanta airport after air traffic control evacuated

The Federal Aviation Administration said on Friday it is resuming flights at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport after a fire alarm and reports

US FAA resuming flights at Atlanta airport after air traffic control evacuated
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Indian cough syrups linked to child deaths not shipped to US, FDA says

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration confirmed on Friday that toxic cough syrups linked to children's deaths in India had not been shipped to the United States.

Indian cough syrups linked to child deaths not shipped to US, FDA says
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China hits back on US port fees with retaliatory levies

China will slap port fees on U.S.-owned, operated, built, or flagged vessels on Tuesday as a countermeasure to U.S.

China hits back on US port fees with retaliatory levies
Political|US|World

Trump says he spoke with Machado after White House criticizes Nobel snub

U.S.

Trump says he spoke with Machado after White House criticizes Nobel snub
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

Trump threatens tech export limits, new 100% tariff on Chinese imports starting Nov. 1 or sooner

President Donald Trump says he hasn't canceled a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping planned for late October in South Korea after earlier expressing anger about export controls China has placed on rare earths

Trump threatens tech export limits, new 100% tariff on Chinese imports starting Nov. 1 or sooner
Economy|Environment|Science|World

La Nina is back, but it's weak and may be brief. Will it still amp up the Atlantic hurricane season?

Meteorologists say La Nina has arrived, bringing cooler weather patterns worldwide

La Nina is back, but it's weak and may be brief. Will it still amp up the Atlantic hurricane season?
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Atlanta air traffic control tower evacuated after fire alarm and gas smell

Atlanta air traffic control tower evacuated after fire alarm and gas smell

Atlanta air traffic control tower evacuated after fire alarm and gas smell
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Nobel Peace Prize awarded to Venezuela’s María Corina Machado for keeping ‘the flame of democracy burning’

Nobel Peace Prize awarded to Venezuela’s María Corina Machado for keeping ‘the flame of democracy burning’

Nobel Peace Prize awarded to Venezuela’s María Corina Machado for keeping ‘the flame of democracy burning’
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The Latest: Tens of thousands of Palestinians in Gaza return north as ceasefire takes effect

Tens of thousands of Palestinians are starting to walk north to return to their homes after the Israeli military said the ceasefire agreement with Hamas came into effect at noon local time and that troops were withdrawing to the agreed-upon deployment lines

The Latest: Tens of thousands of Palestinians in Gaza return north as ceasefire takes effect
Political|World

US announces it will allow Qatar to build an Air Force facility in Idaho

US announces it will allow Qatar to build an Air Force facility in Idaho

US announces it will allow Qatar to build an Air Force facility in Idaho
Business|Environment|Travel|US|World

Nor'easter without a name to bring ocean flooding and high winds to US East Coast

Tropical weather in the Atlantic and Pacific oceans is causing dangerous conditions in the United States, Mexico and the Caribbean

Nor'easter without a name to bring ocean flooding and high winds to US East Coast
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Brazil to begin construction on TikTok data center in six months, minister says

Construction on a TikTok data center in Brazil will begin in six months, an official said on Friday, with the project expected to bring in some 50 billion reais ($9.11 billion) in

Brazil to begin construction on TikTok data center in six months, minister says
Crime|Technology|World

US senator seeks telecom firms' data on lawmakers from probe of Jan 6 capitol riots

Republican U.S.

US senator seeks telecom firms' data on lawmakers from probe of Jan 6 capitol riots
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US will impose additional 100% tariff on Chinese imports from November, Trump says

The United States of America will slap an additional 100% tariff on imports from China and impose export controls on all critical U.S.-made software from November 1, President Donald Trump

US will impose additional 100% tariff on Chinese imports from November, Trump says
Crime|Economy|Health|World

Hunger rising in Haiti, with nearly 6 million at risk by 2026

Haiti's food insecurity is expected to deepen by mid-2026, with around 6 million people projected to face critical hunger levels amid gang violence and economic collapse, the

Hunger rising in Haiti, with nearly 6 million at risk by 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Reactions to Macron's move to rename Lecornu prime minister

President Emmanuel Macron reappointed Sebastien Lecornu as prime minister on Friday, just four days after he had resigned from the role, searching for a way out of France's worst

Reactions to Macron's move to rename Lecornu prime minister
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Morgan Stanley seeks to redeem cash from Jefferies’ Point Bonita fund, source says

Morgan Stanley's asset management unit asked investment bank Jefferies to return some money it invested in the latter bank's Point Bonita Capital fund, according to a person

Morgan Stanley seeks to redeem cash from Jefferies’ Point Bonita fund, source says
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Investors react to Trump's massive increase in China tariffs​

U.S.

Investors react to Trump's massive increase in China tariffs​
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Stocks, dollar tumble; Trump says he will raise China tariffs to 100%

Stocks fell sharply on Friday, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq suffering their biggest one-day percentage declines since April 10, while Treasury yields

Stocks, dollar tumble; Trump says he will raise China tariffs to 100%
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S&P upgrades Egypt's rating to 'B' as reforms boost economic growth; Fitch affirms

S&P Global upgraded Egypt's rating by a notch on Friday, citing ongoing reforms that have led to a sharp rebound in GDP growth, while Fitch highlighted the country's fairly high growth

S&P upgrades Egypt's rating to 'B' as reforms boost economic growth; Fitch affirms
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wall Street selloff raises worries about market downturn

Investor worries that Wall Street's record stock rally would soon fizzle loomed large on Friday after tariffs re-emerged as a market risk. 

Wall Street selloff raises worries about market downturn
Business|Education|Health|World

She was a CNN Hero 10 years ago. See how she and her organization have transformed thousands of lives in Nepal

In the decade since being named the 2015 CNN Hero of the Year, Maggie Doyne and her BlinkNow Foundation have vastly expanded their life-saving programs providing a home, medical care, food, education, and other support for vulnerable children in Nepal – and their broader community.

She was a CNN Hero 10 years ago. See how she and her organization have transformed thousands of lives in Nepal
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Hamas, Palestinian factions reject any ‘foreign guardianship' over Gaza

Hamas, Islamic Jihad, and the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine rejected in a joint statement on Friday any "foreign guardianship" over Gaza, stressing that its governance

Hamas, Palestinian factions reject any ‘foreign guardianship' over Gaza
Americas|Crime|Economy|World

Who is Jose Jeri, the young president who inherits a troubled Peru?

Peru's new president Jose Jeri, who vaulted into power late on Thursday after the sudden impeachment of his predecessor, is one of the youngest

Who is Jose Jeri, the young president who inherits a troubled Peru?
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Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Corina Machado revived Venezuela's opposition

Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, a 58-year-old industrial engineer, was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize on Friday.

Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Corina Machado revived Venezuela's opposition
Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado wins the Nobel Peace Prize

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado has won the Nobel Peace Prize

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado wins the Nobel Peace Prize
Business|World

Delta, Aeromexico challenge US decision to dissolve joint venture

Delta Air Lines and Aeromexico sued the U.S. government challenging an order that they unwind a joint venture by January 1 that lets the carriers coordinate

Delta, Aeromexico challenge US decision to dissolve joint venture
Europe|Political|World

With flattery and warnings, Russia tries to revive 'spirit of Alaska' with US

Two months after a smiling Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin shook hands at a military base in Alaska in what looked like the start of a U.S.-Russia rapprochement, a

With flattery and warnings, Russia tries to revive 'spirit of Alaska' with US
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Back to the future as France's Macron reappoints Lecornu as PM

French President Emmanuel Macron reappointed Sebastien Lecornu as prime minister on Friday just days after he quit the job, a move that enraged some of the

Back to the future as France's Macron reappoints Lecornu as PM
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What to know about the Letitia James case and what happens next

What to know about the Letitia James case and what happens next

What to know about the Letitia James case and what happens next
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Trump announces 130% tariffs on China. The global trade war just came roaring back

Trump announces 130% tariffs on China. The global trade war just came roaring back

Trump announces 130% tariffs on China. The global trade war just came roaring back
Europe|Political|World

In shock move, French president reappoints prime minister who quit Monday

In shock move, French president reappoints prime minister who quit Monday

In shock move, French president reappoints prime minister who quit Monday
Environment|Science|World

Critically endangered baby black rhino makes its debut at Cleveland zoo

A baby eastern black rhino has made its debut at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, giving a boost to efforts to conserve the endangered species

Critically endangered baby black rhino makes its debut at Cleveland zoo
Environment|Science|World

‘Numerous flash floods’ are about to unfold in the Southwest from a double dose of tropically-fueled rain

‘Numerous flash floods’ are about to unfold in the Southwest from a double dose of tropically-fueled rain

‘Numerous flash floods’ are about to unfold in the Southwest from a double dose of tropically-fueled rain
Economy|Europe|Political|World

France's Macron asks newly resigned Prime Minister Lecornu to try again to form a government

French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday re-appointed Sebastien Lecornu as prime minister, just days after his resignation, to try again to form a government in a bid to end the country’s political deadlock

France's Macron asks newly resigned Prime Minister Lecornu to try again to form a government
Environment|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says Russia waited for bad weather for attack on energy sites

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Friday that Russia deliberately waited for bad weather before staging a vast attack on Ukraine's energy system, adding the conditions reduced

Zelenskiy says Russia waited for bad weather for attack on energy sites
Americas|Crime|US|World

Chicago woman shot multiple times by a US border patrol agent indicted by federal grand jury

A Chicago woman shot multiple times by U.S.

Chicago woman shot multiple times by a US border patrol agent indicted by federal grand jury
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Developing nations rack up $3.9 billion in net debt payments to China a year, study finds

Developing nations are now paying more to service debt owed to China than they receive in new loans, a shift that risks deepening economic strain and slowing

Developing nations rack up $3.9 billion in net debt payments to China a year, study finds
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Trump's tariff threat on China sinks dollar

The dollar dropped on Friday after U.S.

Trump's tariff threat on China sinks dollar
Business|Economy|Technology|World

OpenAI, Sur Energy weigh $25 billion Argentina data center project

OpenAI and Sur Energy have signed a letter of intent for a data center project in Argentina requiring an investment of up to $25 billion, the South American nation's government

OpenAI, Sur Energy weigh $25 billion Argentina data center project
Health|Science|Technology|World

Your phone rings, and it's a number from Sweden. Do you answer? A Nobel Prize winner didn't

This year’s Nobel Prize science winners got the good news from early morning phone calls and door knocks

Your phone rings, and it's a number from Sweden. Do you answer? A Nobel Prize winner didn't
Health|Lifestyle|Science|World

How’s your mental health? Get real by asking yourself these questions

How’s your mental health? Get real by asking yourself these questions

How’s your mental health? Get real by asking yourself these questions
MidEast|Political|World

Many unresolved questions remain as a ceasefire begins in Gaza

A ceasefire has taken effect in Gaza under a breakthrough deal

Many unresolved questions remain as a ceasefire begins in Gaza
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

Pemex overhauling multiple units at Deer Park, Texas, refinery, sources say

Mexico's national oil company Pemex completed the shutdown of multiple units at its 312,500-barrel-per-day Deer Park, Texas, refinery on Thursday to begin a multi-unit

Pemex overhauling multiple units at Deer Park, Texas, refinery, sources say
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Technology|World

Tesla rolls out lower-cost Model Y Standard variant in European markets

Tesla launched the new, lower-priced standard version of its best-selling Model Y SUV in Europe on Friday, aiming to reinvigorate demand in a

Tesla rolls out lower-cost Model Y Standard variant in European markets
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Samsung hit with $445.5 million US jury verdict over wireless communications patents

A federal jury in Marshall, Texas found on Friday that Samsung Electronics owes patent owner Collision Communications nearly $445.5 million in damages for infringing on

Samsung hit with $445.5 million US jury verdict over wireless communications patents
Business|Economy|World

Canadian postal workers to resume mail delivery on Saturday, begin rotating strikes

The Canadian Union of Postal Workers will resume mail delivery on Saturday and rotate which workers are on strike in a labor dispute that has halted mail services

Canadian postal workers to resume mail delivery on Saturday, begin rotating strikes
Environment|Europe|Political|World

Venezuela's opposition leader Machado wins Nobel Peace Prize, dedicates to Trump

Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado won the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize on Friday for fighting dictatorship in the country and dedicated the

Venezuela's opposition leader Machado wins Nobel Peace Prize, dedicates to Trump
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

MIT president says she 'cannot support' proposal to adopt Trump priorities for funding benefits

MIT's president said she “cannot support” a White House proposal that asks MIT and eight other universities to adopt President Donald Trump’s political agenda in exchange for favorable access to federal funding

MIT president says she 'cannot support' proposal to adopt Trump priorities for funding benefits
Business|Sports|World

Shedeur Sanders promoted to Browns backup QB, will be behind rookie Dillon Gabriel against Steelers

Shedeur Sanders will back up Dillon Gabriel on Sunday in Pittsburgh, meaning the Browns will face the rival Steelers with two rookie quarterbacks

Shedeur Sanders promoted to Browns backup QB, will be behind rookie Dillon Gabriel against Steelers
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Speaker Johnson keeps House lawmakers away, canceling another week's session as shutdown drags

House members' absence during the government shutdown is creating a political dilemma for Speaker Mike Johnson

Speaker Johnson keeps House lawmakers away, canceling another week's session as shutdown drags
Crime|US|World

Man convicted of killing a 15-year-old girl in her home in 2001 is executed by injection in Indiana

Indiana officials have executed a man convicted in the 2001 rape and murder of a teenage girl

Man convicted of killing a 15-year-old girl in her home in 2001 is executed by injection in Indiana
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Dutch far-right politician Wilders fears he may have been a target of Belgian attack plotters

Dutch far right politician Geert Wilders says he’s suspending campaigning for national elections later this month amid reports that he was a possible target of a suspected plot in Belgium to kill politicians using a drone carrying explosives

Dutch far-right politician Wilders fears he may have been a target of Belgian attack plotters
Business|Economy|Education|World

Morocco's king addresses social injustices in speech as Gen Z protesters demand reforms

King Mohammed VI has urged Moroccan officials to address social injustices, framing issues raised by Morocco’s youth-led protesters as a question of poor governance, rather than of the country’s broader vision

Morocco's king addresses social injustices in speech as Gen Z protesters demand reforms
Crime|Political|US|World

Conservative influencer Benny Johnson accuses Democratic Party of violence as Pam Bondi announces arrest in his death threat

Conservative influencer Benny Johnson accuses Democratic Party of violence as Pam Bondi announces arrest in his death threat

Conservative influencer Benny Johnson accuses Democratic Party of violence as Pam Bondi announces arrest in his death threat
Business|Education|Health|Political|World

Pentagon orders ‘white glove’ treatment for those returning to military service after Covid-19 vaccine refusal

Pentagon orders ‘white glove’ treatment for those returning to military service after Covid-19 vaccine refusal

Pentagon orders ‘white glove’ treatment for those returning to military service after Covid-19 vaccine refusal
Crime|Political|World

Sources: New York Attorney General Letitia James indicted in federal court

New York Attorney General Letitia James was indicted in federal court on Thursday as President Donald Trump’s Justice Department continues to pursue charges against his political opponents, two sources familiar with the matter told CNN.

Sources: New York Attorney General Letitia James indicted in federal court
Crime|Europe|Political|US|World

Melania Trump says some children caught in Ukraine war returned to families after talks with Putin

U.S. first lady Melania Trump said she had secured an open line of communication with Russian President Vladimir Putin about repatriating Ukrainian children caught

Melania Trump says some children caught in Ukraine war returned to families after talks with Putin
Americas|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Boluarte joins long list of Peru's fleeting presidents

Dina Boluarte's dramatic midnight removal on Friday makes her the sixth consecutive president in Peru to fail to complete a full term in office.

Boluarte joins long list of Peru's fleeting presidents
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

Madagascar prime minister condemns excessive use of force during protests

Madagascar's newly appointed prime minister, General Ruphin Fortunat Zafisambo, condemned on Friday what he said was "excessive use of force" by both security personnel and

Madagascar prime minister condemns excessive use of force during protests
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Brazil's trading firm Timbro enters coffee export market as it sees room to grow

Brazilian trading company Timbro has added coffee to its portfolio, as it sees room to expand in the sector after traditional traders lost ground due to

Brazil's trading firm Timbro enters coffee export market as it sees room to grow
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

Keystone XL pipeline could play part in tighter US-Canada ties, Carney says

Reviving the proposed Keystone XL oil pipeline from Alberta to the U.S. could play a part in tightening U.S.-Canada energy cooperation, Prime Minister Mark Carney said on Friday.

Keystone XL pipeline could play part in tighter US-Canada ties, Carney says
Americas|Crime|Election|Political|World

Michelle Bolsonaro tamps down talk of 2026 Brazil run as husband awaits prison

Michelle Bolsonaro is waving off speculation that she is ready to run for office in place of her husband, former right-wing President Jair Bolsonaro, after he

Michelle Bolsonaro tamps down talk of 2026 Brazil run as husband awaits prison
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Peru Congress ousts president, successor vows 'war on crime'

Peru's lawmakers swore in Congress chief Jose Jeri as the country's new president less than an hour after unanimously voting to remove President Dina

Peru Congress ousts president, successor vows 'war on crime'
Europe|Political|Science|World

Putin praises Trump's peace efforts despite failing to win the Nobel prize

Russian President Vladimir Putin has praised U.S. President Donald Trump’s peace efforts, despite not winning a Nobel prize, and voiced hope for securing an agreement to extend a pivotal nuclear arms pact with Washington for another year

Putin praises Trump's peace efforts despite failing to win the Nobel prize
Crime|World

Afghanistan accuses Pakistan of air attacks; Islamabad warns of action against militants

Afghanistan's Taliban government accused Pakistan on Friday of carrying out airstrikes on its territory and warned of "consequences" as Islamabad

Afghanistan accuses Pakistan of air attacks; Islamabad warns of action against militants
Asia|Business|Political|World

North Korea stages military parade after Kim boasts of rising global standing

North Korea appears to have staged a military parade in its capital Pyongyang to mark the 80th anniversary of the creation of its ruling Workers' Party,

North Korea stages military parade after Kim boasts of rising global standing
Business|Economy|Technology|World

China opens antitrust probe into Qualcomm over its Autotalks deal

China has launched an antitrust investigation into U.S. semiconductor manufacturer Qualcomm over its acquisition of Israel's Autotalks, China's market regulator said on Friday.

China opens antitrust probe into Qualcomm over its Autotalks deal
Health|World

UNICEF urges full flow of aid into Gaza, warns child deaths could spike

The U.N. children's charity UNICEF called on Friday for all crossings for food aid into war-shattered Gaza to be opened, saying children in the

UNICEF urges full flow of aid into Gaza, warns child deaths could spike
Africa|Political|World

Burkina Faso refuses to receive foreigners deported from US

Burkina Faso has said it rejected a proposal by the United States to take in foreigners being deported as part of President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown.

Burkina Faso refuses to receive foreigners deported from US
Business|Economy|Political|World

Brazil unveils new housing credit model, freeing up $6.7 billion for new loans

Brazil's government on Friday announced a new real estate funding framework that loosens rules on the mandatory allocation of bank resources to the sector, releasing 36.9 billion

Brazil unveils new housing credit model, freeing up $6.7 billion for new loans
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Technology|World

Prince Harry and Meghan invite families to join their push against predatory social media practices

Prince Harry and Meghan are urging parents to stand against wealthy social media companies that they said prey upon children with algorithms designed to exploit personal data

Prince Harry and Meghan invite families to join their push against predatory social media practices
World

Some Palestinians pack up and move north toward their homes in Gaza after ceasefire goes into effect

Tens of thousands of Palestinians displaced by the war in Gaza have started moving north toward their homes, or what remains of them, after a ceasefire agreement came into effect

Some Palestinians pack up and move north toward their homes in Gaza after ceasefire goes into effect
Arts|Business|Economy|Sports|World

The NBA makes a splash on return to China. Now, it has to stay out of foul trouble

The NBA makes a splash on return to China. Now, it has to stay out of foul trouble

The NBA makes a splash on return to China. Now, it has to stay out of foul trouble
Education|Political|World

Melania Trump says 8 kids displaced by Russia-Ukraine war reunite with families after Putin talks

First lady Melania Trump says eight children displaced by the Russia-Ukraine war have been reunited with their families after ongoing talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin

Melania Trump says 8 kids displaced by Russia-Ukraine war reunite with families after Putin talks
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Explosion at Tennessee explosives company

Rescue teams in Tennessee are responding to an explosion at Accurate Energetic Systems, which specializes in making military explosives. CNN's Ryan Young reports.

Explosion at Tennessee explosives company
World

Gymnastics governing body reacts to Indonesia's block on Israeli team at worlds in Jakarta

Gymnastics’ governing body has given a muted reaction to Indonesia’s announcement that it would block Israeli athletes from competing at the upcoming world championships in Jakarta

Gymnastics governing body reacts to Indonesia's block on Israeli team at worlds in Jakarta
Business|Crime|Environment|Lifestyle|Science|Technology|World

At least 19 unaccounted for following explosion at Tennessee explosives manufacturer

At least 19 unaccounted for following explosion at Tennessee explosives manufacturer

At least 19 unaccounted for following explosion at Tennessee explosives manufacturer
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Afghan man found guilty of threat to kill Reform UK leader Farage in TikTok video

An Afghan national was on Friday found guilty of making a threat in a TikTok video to kill Nigel Farage, the leader of the populist Reform UK party which leads opinion polls in

Afghan man found guilty of threat to kill Reform UK leader Farage in TikTok video
Asia|Crime|World

South Korea summons Cambodian ambassador over job scams

South Korea on Friday summoned the Cambodian ambassador to protest at the death of a South Korean student in Cambodia and raised the travel alert for its capital Phnom Penh over

South Korea summons Cambodian ambassador over job scams
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Gold Reserve moves to disqualify judge, advisers in Citgo parent auction

Toronto-listed Gold Reserve said on Friday it has filed motions to disqualify a court officer and the judge overseeing an auction of shares in the parent of

Gold Reserve moves to disqualify judge, advisers in Citgo parent auction
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Canada-US sectoral deals likely to persist even if USMCA is revised, Carney says

The specific deals that Canada is negotiating with the U.S. in key sectors such as steel, aluminum and autos are likely to persist even if the United States-Canada-Mexico trade deal

Canada-US sectoral deals likely to persist even if USMCA is revised, Carney says
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

EU will seek to exclude Ukraine loan guarantees from deficit calculations

Financial guarantees EU members are likely to have to provide to cover a reparation loan to Ukraine should not count towards their deficit and debt targets, European Economy

EU will seek to exclude Ukraine loan guarantees from deficit calculations
Economy|World

Britain, France, Germany move closer to giving Russian assets to Ukraine

The leaders of Britain, France and Germany said on Friday they had agreed in a phone call to move towards using the value of immobilised Russian assets to support Ukraine's armed

Britain, France, Germany move closer to giving Russian assets to Ukraine
Business|Europe|Technology|World

European Commission reviews child safety on Snapchat, YouTube, app stores

The European Commission is scrutinising safeguards for minors on Snapchat, YouTube, the Apple App Store and Google Play under its Digital Services Act (DSA), it said on Friday.

European Commission reviews child safety on Snapchat, YouTube, app stores
Business|Economy|Finance|US|World

US consumer sentiment steady in October, but labor market worries persist

U.S. consumer sentiment was steady in October, with households appearing to shrug off a partial shutdown of the government, though worries about the labor

US consumer sentiment steady in October, but labor market worries persist
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Switzerland hopes to seal updated trade deal with China early next year

Switzerland hopes to seal an updated free trade agreement with China in early 2026, Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis said on Friday, following a meeting with his Chinese counterpart

Switzerland hopes to seal updated trade deal with China early next year
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Major banks explore issuing stablecoin pegged to G7 currencies

Ten major banks including Bank of America, Deutsche Bank, Goldman Sachs and UBS are jointly exploring issuing a stablecoin, the

Major banks explore issuing stablecoin pegged to G7 currencies
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Trump's fresh tariff threats knock Europe stocks to weekly loss in last-minute slide

European shares tanked on Friday, erasing weekly gains in a last-minute slide as renewed trade war fears sparked by fresh threats from U.S.

Trump's fresh tariff threats knock Europe stocks to weekly loss in last-minute slide
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US SEC says India yet to serve summons to Adani executives in bribery indictment

The U.S.

US SEC says India yet to serve summons to Adani executives in bribery indictment
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Community art project honors victims of Lewiston mass shootings

Community art project honors victims of Lewiston mass shootings

Community art project honors victims of Lewiston mass shootings
Entertainment|World

Teddy bear that helped save family from the Holocaust to be displayed in museum

Teddy bear that helped save family from the Holocaust to be displayed in museum

Teddy bear that helped save family from the Holocaust to be displayed in museum
Crime|Education|Health|Political|US|World

Foster parents lose license after refusing to sign gender affirming policy

Foster parents lose license after refusing to sign gender affirming policy

Foster parents lose license after refusing to sign gender affirming policy
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Comex silver seen heading back to London due to record spot prices

Silver that flooded into the United States earlier this year due to fears of tariffs on imports is likely to head back to the London physical market, where

Comex silver seen heading back to London due to record spot prices
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How China's new rare earth export controls work

China has further tightened export restrictions on rare earths ahead of talks between Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping at the end of the month.

How China's new rare earth export controls work
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Instant View: Canada's economy adds 60,400 jobs in September

Canada's economy added 60,400 jobs in September and the jobless rate held at 7.1%, Statistics Canada data showed on Friday.

Instant View: Canada's economy adds 60,400 jobs in September
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Nobel pick reinforces need for Venezuela's democratic transition, says Human Rights Watch

The choice of Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado for the Nobel Peace Prize reinforces the need for a democratic transition in Venezuela, Human Rights Watch said on

Nobel pick reinforces need for Venezuela's democratic transition, says Human Rights Watch
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Waller says interview for Fed chair went 'great', not political

Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller on Friday said his interview with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to be the next U.S. central bank chief went well and was not at all political.

Waller says interview for Fed chair went 'great', not political
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Zelenskiy says he discussed frozen Russian assets with ECB President Lagarde

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Friday he had discussed "fair use" of frozen Russian assets with European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde.

Zelenskiy says he discussed frozen Russian assets with ECB President Lagarde
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Putin says 'no big deal' for Russia if US declines to extend nuclear warhead limits

President Vladimir Putin said on Friday that Russia was developing new strategic weapons and it would not be critical for Moscow if the United States declined to extend the warhead

Putin says 'no big deal' for Russia if US declines to extend nuclear warhead limits
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Digital euro could drain up to 700 billion euros of deposits in bank run, ECB says

A digital euro could drain up to 700 billion euros ($810.88 billion) in deposits during a run on commercial banks, pushing around a dozen euro zone lenders into a liquidity

Digital euro could drain up to 700 billion euros of deposits in bank run, ECB says
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Gazans' joy tempered by shock as they eye remnants of homes after ceasefire

As thousands of Gazans began picking through the ruins of their shattered homes on Friday after a ceasefire deal, the excitement of return was quickly

Gazans' joy tempered by shock as they eye remnants of homes after ceasefire
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Twin brothers, childhood friends and IDF soldiers: Who are the hostages still held in Gaza?

Twin brothers, childhood friends and IDF soldiers: Who are the hostages still held in Gaza?

Twin brothers, childhood friends and IDF soldiers: Who are the hostages still held in Gaza?
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The Taliban government blames Pakistan for a strike on Kabul

The Taliban government accuses Pakistan of bombing Kabul and a market in eastern Afghanistan

The Taliban government blames Pakistan for a strike on Kabul
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Fear and vigilance rise as attacks on houses of worship intensify worldwide

Statistically, attending a weekly worship service is a remarkably safe thing to do

Fear and vigilance rise as attacks on houses of worship intensify worldwide
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Cindy McCain suffers a mild stroke and will take leave from World Food Program while recovering

Cindy McCain has suffered a mild stroke this week and is said to be recovering well

Cindy McCain suffers a mild stroke and will take leave from World Food Program while recovering
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Here’s what Aziz Ansari can do with his Riyadh Comedy Festival money

Here’s what Aziz Ansari can do with his Riyadh Comedy Festival money

Here’s what Aziz Ansari can do with his Riyadh Comedy Festival money
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Fact check: Trump makes numerous false claims at Cabinet meeting, many about vaccines

Fact check: Trump makes numerous false claims at Cabinet meeting, many about vaccines

Fact check: Trump makes numerous false claims at Cabinet meeting, many about vaccines
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See how two years of war, loss and heartbreak has changed these Palestinians in Gaza

See how two years of war, loss and heartbreak has changed these Palestinians in Gaza

See how two years of war, loss and heartbreak has changed these Palestinians in Gaza
Asia|Environment|Science|World

Strong 7.4 magnitude quake strikes off Philippines, tsunami warnings lifted

A powerful earthquake of magnitude 7.4 struck offshore in the southern Philippines on Friday, killing at least two people, while towns near the epicentre suffered

Strong 7.4 magnitude quake strikes off Philippines, tsunami warnings lifted
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Poland offers help as Ukraine reels from Russian attacks on energy infrastructure

Generators, extra electricity supplies and an LNG terminal are at Ukraine's disposal, Polish foreign minister Radoslaw Sikorski said on Friday, as Russia continues to attack Kyiv's

Poland offers help as Ukraine reels from Russian attacks on energy infrastructure
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US equity funds see outflows on profit booking, government shutdown uncertainties

U.S. investors divested equity funds for the first time in three weeks in the week through October 8, as they favored to take out profits from the recent rally on caution over the rising

US equity funds see outflows on profit booking, government shutdown uncertainties
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Japan ruling party outlook darkens after coalition partner quits

Japan's Komeito quit the ruling coalition on Friday, dealing a blow to new Liberal Democratic Party leader Sanae Takaichi's premiership bid and potentially to her party's grip on

Japan ruling party outlook darkens after coalition partner quits
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Provisional administration to restart mining at Barrick Mali gold mine, sources say

Blasting is scheduled to begin at Barrick Mining's Loulo underground gold mine in Mali on October 15, four months after a court-appointed

Provisional administration to restart mining at Barrick Mali gold mine, sources say
Political|World

Israel declares Hamas defeated 'every place we fought them' as ceasefire begins

Hamas is no longer the militant group whose invasion of Israel triggered the two-year war in Gaza, the Israeli military spokesperson said on Friday at the start of a ceasefire with the

Israel declares Hamas defeated 'every place we fought them' as ceasefire begins
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US awards $4.5 billion in border wall contracts, DHS says

The federal government has awarded 10 construction contracts worth $4.5 billion that will add 230 miles of barrier along the southwest U.S. border, the Department of Homeland

US awards $4.5 billion in border wall contracts, DHS says
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Canada posts surprise jump in job gains in September, unemployment rate unchanged

Canada's economy posted a surprise 60,400 net job gains in September, almost entirely reversing the losses of the previous month, data showed on Friday, though

Canada posts surprise jump in job gains in September, unemployment rate unchanged
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Poland says cyberattacks on critical infrastructure rising, blames Russia

Poland's critical infrastructure has been subject to a growing number of cyberattacks by Russia, whose military intelligence, has trebled its resources for such

Poland says cyberattacks on critical infrastructure rising, blames Russia
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Trump boosts Argentina's Milei with $20 billion lifeline as US buys pesos

The U.S.

Trump boosts Argentina's Milei with $20 billion lifeline as US buys pesos
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Who is Adelita Grijalva and what is the controversy over her being sworn in to Congress?

Democrats are ramping up pressure on Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson to swear in the newest member of Congress

Who is Adelita Grijalva and what is the controversy over her being sworn in to Congress?
Crime|Political|World

Details of the Gaza ceasefire agreement

Israel's government approved the Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal early on Friday, setting the clock ticking on the first phase of

Details of the Gaza ceasefire agreement
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Swiatek stunned by Paolini at Wuhan Open. Sabalenka, Gauff advance to semifinals

Iga Swiatek has been knocked out of the Wuhan Open after losing in straight sets to Jasmine Paolini

Swiatek stunned by Paolini at Wuhan Open. Sabalenka, Gauff advance to semifinals
Europe|Technology|Travel|World

Traveling to the European Union is about to get more complicated. Here’s what you need to know

Traveling to the European Union is about to get more complicated. Here’s what you need to know

Traveling to the European Union is about to get more complicated. Here’s what you need to know
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What we know and don’t know about Trump’s deal to end the war in Gaza

What we know and don’t know about Trump’s deal to end the war in Gaza

What we know and don’t know about Trump’s deal to end the war in Gaza
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Trump's call to prosecute Comey could bolster former FBI director's defense

Donald Trump achieved a long-sought goal when federal prosecutors brought criminal charges against former FBI

Trump's call to prosecute Comey could bolster former FBI director's defense
Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|World

Swedish appeal court acquits one man of accessory to murder of rapper C.Gambino

A Swedish appeal court on Friday acquitted one man of accessory to the murder in 2024 of the rapper known by the alias C.Gambino.

Swedish appeal court acquits one man of accessory to murder of rapper C.Gambino
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Bubble, bubble toil and trouble

By Anna Szymanski, ROI Editor-in-Charge, and the ROI team  Hello Morning Bid readers! 

Bubble, bubble toil and trouble
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ICC rejects Duterte's request for release from detention pending trial

International Criminal Court judges have rejected a request by former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's defence lawyers to release him from detention pending trial, court

ICC rejects Duterte's request for release from detention pending trial
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Italy industry output plunges in August as economy struggles

Italian industrial output slumped in August by 2.4% from the month before, data showed on Friday, in a renewed sign of weakness for the country's long-struggling

Italy industry output plunges in August as economy struggles
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Prince Harry's lawyers cannot allege Daily Mail publisher targeted Kate, court rules

Lawyers representing Prince Harry and other high-profile British figures cannot use allegations about Prince William's wife Kate being targeted in their privacy lawsuits against the

Prince Harry's lawyers cannot allege Daily Mail publisher targeted Kate, court rules
Asia|Political|Science|Technology|World

Taiwan president unveils 'T-Dome' air defence system to counter China threat

Taiwan will build a new multi-layered air defence system called "T-Dome" to defend itself against enemy threats and increase defence spending,

Taiwan president unveils 'T-Dome' air defence system to counter China threat
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Malaysia plans to spend $111 billion in 2026, boost tax collection

Malaysia said on Friday it plans to boost tax collection and strengthen social protection systems next year, as it looks to

Malaysia plans to spend $111 billion in 2026, boost tax collection
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Latest US sanctions on Iranian oil deal blow to China's Sinopec

The latest U.S. sanctions on Iranian petroleum exports deal a blow to Chinese refining giant Sinopec by targeting a terminal through which

Latest US sanctions on Iranian oil deal blow to China's Sinopec
Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Trump floats dropping Spain from NATO alliance

U.S.

Trump floats dropping Spain from NATO alliance
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Who is Nobel Peace laureate Maria Corina Machado?

Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado won the Nobel Peace Prize on Friday for promoting democratic rights in her country and her struggle to achieve a transition to democracy,

Who is Nobel Peace laureate Maria Corina Machado?
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Germany to order over 600 short-range air defence systems, reports Handelsblatt

The German government plans to order more than 600 Skyranger 30 short-range air defence systems from Rheinmetall before the end of the year, the Handelsblatt newspaper reported on

Germany to order over 600 short-range air defence systems, reports Handelsblatt
MidEast|Political|World

Syria's foreign minister visits Lebanon as the two nations seek to rebuild ties after Assad's ouster

Syria's foreign minister has arrived in Lebanon's capital, marking a potential breakthrough in relations between the two countries

Syria's foreign minister visits Lebanon as the two nations seek to rebuild ties after Assad's ouster
Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Zlatan Ibrahimovic explains how Fabio Capello taught him to demand respect and become a superstar

When Zlatan Ibrahimovic walked into a Serie A locker room for the first time at age 22 and saw the likes of Alessandro Del Piero, David Trezeguet and Gianluigi Buffon staring at him he acknowledges that it felt like a “fantasy world.”

Zlatan Ibrahimovic explains how Fabio Capello taught him to demand respect and become a superstar
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China hits US ships with retaliatory port fees before trade talks

China has hit American-owned vessels docking in the country with tit-for-tat port fees

China hits US ships with retaliatory port fees before trade talks
Education|Environment|World

What started with her babysitting money has now changed thousands of lives in Nepal

What started with her babysitting money has now changed thousands of lives in Nepal

What started with her babysitting money has now changed thousands of lives in Nepal
Environment|Science|World

Arctic seals and more than half of bird species are in trouble on latest list of threatened species

Arctic seals are being pushed closer to extinction and more than half of bird species around the world are declining

Arctic seals and more than half of bird species are in trouble on latest list of threatened species
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UK watchdog targets Google's 'strategic' role in search ads and a competitive market

Britain’s antitrust watchdog is labeling Google a “strategic” player in the online search advertising market, paving the way for regulators to force the company to change its business practices to ensure more competition in that market

UK watchdog targets Google's 'strategic' role in search ads and a competitive market
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Market analysts reaction to Japan's ruling coalition split

Japan's ruling coalition broke up on Friday, with junior partner Komeito rebelling against the Liberal Democratic Party's new hardline leader Sanae Takaichi in a move that cast

Market analysts reaction to Japan's ruling coalition split
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Chinese battery shares slide after Beijing imposes export controls over supply chain

Shares of Chinese battery makers plunged on Friday after the country announced that it would control exports of lithium battery parts, a move that tightens its grip on the

Chinese battery shares slide after Beijing imposes export controls over supply chain
Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World

Drone incursions: What can airports do to prevent them?

Drones have increasingly disrupted airspace across Europe in recent weeks, raising alarm over the repeated incursions of uncrewed

Drone incursions: What can airports do to prevent them?
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Global equity fund inflows ease on caution over political risks, U.S. shutdown

Global equity fund inflows cooled to a three-week-low in the week to October 8 as investors took a breather after the recent market rally amid risks surrounding the collapse of the French

Global equity fund inflows ease on caution over political risks, U.S. shutdown
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Tesla's September China-made EV sales rise 2.8% year on year

Tesla's sales of Chinese-made EVs rose 2.8% year-on-year in September to 90,812, ending a two-month decline as its new six-seater began deliveries in China, data from the China

Tesla's September China-made EV sales rise 2.8% year on year
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Gold's record run creates new rulebooks for investors

Investors are testing well-established views about gold, which is surging to new records, as an AI-driven stocks rally and red-hot

Gold's record run creates new rulebooks for investors
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Spirit's troubles expose limits of premium strategy for low-cost carriers

Spirit Airlines' financial troubles reveal that going upscale is not a panacea for the challenges facing low-cost carriers,

Spirit's troubles expose limits of premium strategy for low-cost carriers
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Global financial watchdogs to ramp up monitoring of AI

Global financial regulators have laid out plans for closer monitoring of artificial intelligence risks as banks and other parts of the financial industry ramp up the

Global financial watchdogs to ramp up monitoring of AI
Economy|World

India upgrades ties with Afghanistan's Taliban, says it will reopen Kabul embassy

India on Friday upgraded ties with Afghanistan's Taliban administration, giving a boost to the diplomatically isolated group, by announcing it would reopen its

India upgrades ties with Afghanistan's Taliban, says it will reopen Kabul embassy
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Trump touts diplomatic legacy from Gaza to Congo in pitch for Nobel

U.S. President Donald Trump has campaigned for a Nobel Peace Prize.

Trump touts diplomatic legacy from Gaza to Congo in pitch for Nobel
Americas|Political|World

Peru Congress votes to remove President Boluarte

Peru's Congress voted on Friday to remove President Dina Boluarte, among the world's most unpopular leaders, in a

Peru Congress votes to remove President Boluarte
Arts|Sports|World

Dominance of the Las Vegas Aces threatens to make short work of WNBA's expanded finals

The Las Vegas Aces are in position to make short work of the WNBA’s expanded playoff schedule

Dominance of the Las Vegas Aces threatens to make short work of WNBA's expanded finals
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Ukraine says ‘massive’ Russian attack targeted energy infrastructure

Ukraine says ‘massive’ Russian attack targeted energy infrastructure

Ukraine says ‘massive’ Russian attack targeted energy infrastructure
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Colombian President Petro suggests Qatar could mediate US military actions off Venezuela

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has proposed that Qatar could mediate to end the U.S. military presence in international waters near Venezuela

Colombian President Petro suggests Qatar could mediate US military actions off Venezuela
Africa|Political|US|World

Burkina Faso rejects proposal to accept deportees from the US

Burkina Faso said it has refused a proposal from the Trump administration to accept deportees from the United States

Burkina Faso rejects proposal to accept deportees from the US
Education|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Scientists discovered something alarming seeping out from beneath the ocean around Antarctica

Scientists discovered something alarming seeping out from beneath the ocean around Antarctica

Scientists discovered something alarming seeping out from beneath the ocean around Antarctica
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Greece seeks to finalise Chevron gas exploration contract this year, says minister

Greece is working hard to finalise a contract with U.S. oil major Chevron and its Greek partner Helleniq Energy for energy exploration offshore Greece by the end of the year, the

Greece seeks to finalise Chevron gas exploration contract this year, says minister
Asia|Business|Crime|Environment|World

At least 2 dead from Philippines quake, official says

At least two people were killed by the magnitude 7.4 earthquake that struck offshore in the southern Philippines, an official from a regional civil defence office said on Friday.

At least 2 dead from Philippines quake, official says
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Malaysia says removing chip tariff exemption could harm competitiveness, U.S. supply chains

Malaysia warned on Friday that any removal of tariff exemptions on its semiconductor exports by the United States could hurt its competitiveness and strain supply networks,

Malaysia says removing chip tariff exemption could harm competitiveness, U.S. supply chains
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Azerbaijan releases Russian journalist to house arrest after Putin-Aliyev meeting

Authorities in Azerbaijan released a Russian journalist from prison to house arrest following a meeting between the leaders of Russia and Azerbaijan, Russia's Kommersant newspaper

Azerbaijan releases Russian journalist to house arrest after Putin-Aliyev meeting
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

France's political uncertainty hitting confidence and growth, Villeroy says

France's political uncertainty is costing the country at least 0.2 percentage points of economic growth and risks further sapping business and consumer confidence, central bank chief

France's political uncertainty hitting confidence and growth, Villeroy says
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US tariffs a drag on EU confidence, jobs, ECB study finds

Only a small minority of euro zone workers fear that U.S. tariffs will jeopardise their jobs but that could still create a drag for an already sluggish economy, European Central

US tariffs a drag on EU confidence, jobs, ECB study finds
Economy|Technology|World

What are the latest sticking points in US-China tensions?

Beijing is stacking up its bargaining chips ahead of expected U.S.-China talks when Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping visit South Korea's Gyeongju, announcing new

What are the latest sticking points in US-China tensions?
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Global ‘value’ tilt intensifies as US outflows hit ‘growth’ stock funds hardest

More global investors are rotating into non-U.S. "value" stocks, fund managers say, as stretched U.S. valuations, rising fiscal strains, and weakening cash flow forecasts

Global ‘value’ tilt intensifies as US outflows hit ‘growth’ stock funds hardest
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Stellantis shipments rebound as CEO Filosa's strategy starts to deliver

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Stellantis shipments rebound as CEO Filosa's strategy starts to deliver
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Japan's ruling coalition splits, throwing Takaichi's PM bid into doubt

Sanae Takaichi's bid to become Japan's first female prime minister was thrown into doubt on Friday when her ruling party's junior coalition partner

Japan's ruling coalition splits, throwing Takaichi's PM bid into doubt
Crime|Political|US|World

Judge orders restrictions on federal tactics against ICE protesters after Chicago-area pastor shot with pepper balls

Judge orders restrictions on federal tactics against ICE protesters after Chicago-area pastor shot with pepper balls

Judge orders restrictions on federal tactics against ICE protesters after Chicago-area pastor shot with pepper balls
Business|Political|World

Jared Kushner returns to forefront of Trump’s Middle East diplomacy with Gaza ceasefire deal

Jared Kushner returns to forefront of Trump’s Middle East diplomacy with Gaza ceasefire deal

Jared Kushner returns to forefront of Trump’s Middle East diplomacy with Gaza ceasefire deal
World

US is sending about 200 troops to Israel to help support and monitor the Gaza ceasefire deal

The United States is sending about 200 troops to Israel to help support and monitor the ceasefire deal in Gaza as part of a team that includes partner nations, nongovernmental organizations and private-sector players

US is sending about 200 troops to Israel to help support and monitor the Gaza ceasefire deal
Europe|Political|World

NATO begins a big nuclear exercise next week. Protecting the weapons is a key part of the drill

NATO has announced that its major annual nuclear exercise, "Steadfast Noon," is starting next week

NATO begins a big nuclear exercise next week. Protecting the weapons is a key part of the drill
Americas|Crime|World

Peru president removed from office after string of scandals and allegations

Peru president removed from office after string of scandals and allegations

Peru president removed from office after string of scandals and allegations
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

India to upgrade Kabul mission to full embassy, signaling deeper ties with Taliban

India is upgrading its technical mission in Kabul to a full embassy, according to India's foreign minister

India to upgrade Kabul mission to full embassy, signaling deeper ties with Taliban
Asia|Economy|Political|World

North Korea's Kim vows to build a 'socialist paradise' ahead of a likely military parade

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has lauded what he called his country’s fight against a U_S_-led military threat and vowed to turn North Korea into “the best socialist paradise in the world."

North Korea's Kim vows to build a 'socialist paradise' ahead of a likely military parade
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AP reader question: How might the federal shutdown affect the economy?

Here’s a question submitted by an Associated Press reader: How might the government shutdown affect the U.S. economy

AP reader question: How might the federal shutdown affect the economy?
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Citing unease over graft, Japan's Komeito leaves the longstanding ruling coalition headed by the LDP

The head of Japan’s Komeito says it is leaving the ruling coalition headed by the Liberal Democratic Party due to concerns over corruption

Citing unease over graft, Japan's Komeito leaves the longstanding ruling coalition headed by the LDP
Economy|Finance|World

German minister confident a way will be found to use Russia's frozen assets

German Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil said on Friday that he is confident European Union countries will find a solution to use Russian central bank assets to help Ukraine.

German minister confident a way will be found to use Russia's frozen assets
Asia|Business|Economy|Travel|World

Trump proposes barring Chinese airlines from flying over Russia on US routes

The Trump administration on Thursday proposed banning Chinese airlines from flying over Russia on routes to and from the United States,

Trump proposes barring Chinese airlines from flying over Russia on US routes
Asia|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

Taiwan's president pledges to build air defense system in face of China threat

Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te has pledged to accelerate the building of a “T-Dome” air defense system in the face of the threat from China

Taiwan's president pledges to build air defense system in face of China threat