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

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

Virginia Giuffre, prominent Jeffrey Epstein sex abuse survivor and accuser of Prince Andrew, has died
Crime|Political|US|World

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

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

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

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

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

Oilers beat Los Angeles 7-4 to cut the Kings’ series lead to 2-1
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Canada is gearing up for federal election. Here's what's at stake

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

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

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

Simon Nemec scores in 2nd OT to lift Devils past Hurricanes 3-2 in Game 3
Business|Entertainment|Sports|World

Canadiens beat the Capitals 6-3 to cut their series deficit to 2-1

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

Canadiens beat the Capitals 6-3 to cut their series deficit to 2-1
Business|Education|Health|Science|Technology|World

Harvard researcher held in Louisiana awaits judge's decision on deportation to Russia

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

Harvard researcher held in Louisiana awaits judge's decision on deportation to Russia
Political|Science|Technology|World

China's Xi calls for self sufficiency in AI development amid U.S. rivalry

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

China's Xi calls for self sufficiency in AI development amid U.S. rivalry
Business|Economy|Technology|World

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

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

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

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

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

North Korea unveils new 'Kim Jong Un style' 5,000-tonne warship
Political|Travel|World

Taiwan envoy to pope's funeral says he aims to chat with world leaders

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

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

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

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

Australia PM praises diversity in language schools pledge day after neo-Nazi action
Business|Sports|US|World

Capitals goalie Thompson and Canadiens counterpart Montembeault each leave Game 3 with injuries

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

Capitals goalie Thompson and Canadiens counterpart Montembeault each leave Game 3 with injuries
Crime|Political|World

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

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

Former New Mexico judge and wife arrested on charges of tampering with evidence linked to suspected Tren de Aragua member
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

China foreign minister says US tariffs show "extreme egoism"

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

China foreign minister says US tariffs show "extreme egoism"
Business|Crime|US|World

In reversal, US Justice Department says media records can be seized in leak probes

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In reversal, US Justice Department says media records can be seized in leak probes
Education|Political|US|World

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

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

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

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

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

Yan Liu has an albatross and a late birdie to hang onto the lead in the Chevron Championship
Arts|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Thousands gather in New Mexico for the largest powwow in North America

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

Thousands gather in New Mexico for the largest powwow in North America
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Political|World

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

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

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

At least 11 Sudanese killed in drone strike on displacement camp

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

At least 11 Sudanese killed in drone strike on displacement camp
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

US Treasury's Bessent encouraged by 'productive' Japan, South Korea trade talks

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

US Treasury's Bessent encouraged by 'productive' Japan, South Korea trade talks
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

US Treasury's Bessent urges Asian Development Bank to move towards ending China loans

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

US Treasury's Bessent urges Asian Development Bank to move towards ending China loans
Business|Political|US|World

Maverick US House Republican Don Bacon considering retirement

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

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US FTC offers employees financial incentives to quit
Business|Economy|World

US and EU not close to deal on tariffs - EU's Dombrovskis

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

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

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

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

Some see Trump weaponizing government in targeting of judge and Democratic fundraising site
Arts|Entertainment|World

Kennedy Center’s events scheduled for LGBTQ+ pride celebration canceled, organizers say

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

Kennedy Center’s events scheduled for LGBTQ+ pride celebration canceled, organizers say
Business|Economy|Environment|World

The US oversees a peace pledge for east Congo, hoping to ease its access to critical minerals

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

The US oversees a peace pledge for east Congo, hoping to ease its access to critical minerals
Health|Sports|US|World

Steelers first-round pick Derrick Harmon's mother, Tiffany Saine, dies shortly after his selection

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

Steelers first-round pick Derrick Harmon's mother, Tiffany Saine, dies shortly after his selection
Political|Technology|World

Mexico president open to modifying telecoms bill after censorship accusations

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

Mexico president open to modifying telecoms bill after censorship accusations
Crime|Political|World

US charges Milwaukee judge with obstructing immigration arrest in Trump crackdown

By Sarah N.

US charges Milwaukee judge with obstructing immigration arrest in Trump crackdown
Economy|Travel|World

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

Migrants deterred by U.S.

Migrants deterred by Trump's border crackdown wait for UN help to return home
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US judge blocks Trump from ending union bargaining for many federal workers

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

US judge blocks Trump from ending union bargaining for many federal workers
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Ex-Taliban commander pleads guilty to taking US journalist hostage

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

Ex-Taliban commander pleads guilty to taking US journalist hostage
Business|Economy|World

World Bank chief economist sounds alarm on emerging market debt issues, urges liberalization

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

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

Pakistan minister urges international probe of Kashmir attack, NYT reports

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Prosecution of Wisconsin judge underscores Trump administration’s aggressive approach to immigration enforcement
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

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

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

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

About 250,000 mourners pay last respects to Pope Francis over 3 days of public viewing

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

About 250,000 mourners pay last respects to Pope Francis over 3 days of public viewing
Crime|Europe|Political|World

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

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

Trump says Russia and Ukraine ‘very close to deal’ after Witkoff meets Putin
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

China criticizes US for 'recent abuse' of tariffs

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

China criticizes US for 'recent abuse' of tariffs
Business|Economy|Finance|World

IMF policy committee underscores trade risks to global economy, commits to Fund's role

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

IMF policy committee underscores trade risks to global economy, commits to Fund's role
Business|Political|US|World

Rubio replaces top US diplomat for Europe with former Senate staffer, consultant

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

Rubio replaces top US diplomat for Europe with former Senate staffer, consultant
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

JPMorgan survey shows consensus over weak dollar, US stagflation

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

JPMorgan survey shows consensus over weak dollar, US stagflation
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Barrick Gold contractors in Mali lay off staff amid government dispute -documents, sources

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

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

Former Fed governor Warsh blasts US central bank for leaving its lane

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

Former Fed governor Warsh blasts US central bank for leaving its lane
Business|Environment|World

Magnitude 6.3 earthquake strikes Ecuador, 20 injured

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

Magnitude 6.3 earthquake strikes Ecuador, 20 injured
Business|World

Trump administration lays out roadmap to streamline tariff talks, WSJ reports

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

Trump administration lays out roadmap to streamline tariff talks, WSJ reports
Business|Crime|Finance|US|World

Justice Department says it will resume practice of obtaining reporters' records in leak inquiries

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

Justice Department says it will resume practice of obtaining reporters' records in leak inquiries
Political|Technology|World

Ex-CISA boss says Trump actions risk 'dangerously degrading' US cyber defenses

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

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

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

Former NATO Supreme Allied Cmdr. on Ukraine peace talks

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

NTSB investigating why famed pilot crashed beside runway days before he was to perform at airshow
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Yen, BOJ's rate policy may remain focus in Japan-US trade talks

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

Yen, BOJ's rate policy may remain focus in Japan-US trade talks
Europe|Political|World

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

More than 100,000 mourners filed into St.

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

India hunts militants in Kashmir as tensions with Pakistan soar

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

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

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

British finance minister Rachel Reeves met U.S.

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

Oil posts weekly fall on tariff worry and rising supplies

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

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

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

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

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

Trump says Ukraine deal close after envoy Witkoff meets Putin

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

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

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

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

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

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

Negotiations between Iran and the US over Tehran's nuclear program return to secluded Oman
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump's first 100 days

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

Trump's first 100 days
Political|World

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

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

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

Swiss National Bank warns of economic fallout from trade conflict

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Polish government seeks European approval for judicial reform

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Paraguay's soy farmers ride tariff war 'toboggan'

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

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

Syrian president and Iraqi delegation discuss restoring oil pipeline via Syria

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Ukraine says it reaffirmed its positions at London talks

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Gabon's constitutional court confirms Nguema's presidential win

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Trump's migration stance overshadowed ties with Pope Francis

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

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

UN refugee agency reduces support for Ukrainians fleeing frontline

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

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

Japan is a test case for Trump's tariff deals. But talks may be tortuous

When Tokyo's top trade negotiator met U.S.

Japan is a test case for Trump's tariff deals. But talks may be tortuous
Business|Economy|Technology|US|World

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

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

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

What to expect at Pope Francis' funeral

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

What to expect at Pope Francis' funeral
Political|World

US lists demands at UN as Syria seeks sanctions relief

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

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

US universities help foreign students weather Trump purge

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

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

Iran sees missile programme as main sticking point in US talks

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

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

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

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

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

Latam, Caribbean slow growth has downside risks, says IMF

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

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

Trump says he pushed Netanyahu on Gaza aid

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

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

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

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

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

Trump says India, Pakistan will sort out tensions

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

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

Trump says Ukraine has not signed minerals deal

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Relations between India and Pakistan spiral after Kashmir terror attack

The Resistance Front, a militant group, claimed responsibility for the Kashmir terror attack. The Asia-Pacific Foundation’s Sajjan Gohel explains TRF's ties to a larger banned group and the impact of India’s retaliatory measures on Pakistan’s economy and food security.

Relations between India and Pakistan spiral after Kashmir terror attack
Economy|Europe|Political|World

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Russia's Putin meets US envoy Witkoff, Interfax says

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

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

Kosovo in political stalemate as parliament fails to elect speaker

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

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

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

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

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

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

U.S.

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

Northern Mexico farmers fight drought amid water dispute with the US

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

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

Highlights of Trump's Time magazine interview

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Swiss National Bank chairman rebuffs bitcoin as reserve asset

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

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

USTR holds productive meeting with South Korea, statement says

U.S.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

U.S.

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

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

U.S.

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

Russia keeps key rate on hold, braces for global turbulence

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Safran says China to exempt jet engines and parts from tariffs

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Argentines bid poignant farewell to countryman Pope Francis at Vatican

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

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

Vehicle carriers seek relief from broad US port fees

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Bank of England policymaker Megan Greene said U.S.

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

Social Security may lose thousands more staff under new Trump rule

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

Social Security may lose thousands more staff under new Trump rule