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Starmer averts ethics probe over Mandelson appointment but faces more pressure

U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has avoided a parliamentary inquiry over appointing Peter Mandelson as ambassador to Washington

Starmer averts ethics probe over Mandelson appointment but faces more pressure
Crime|Health|Political|World

Former Fauci adviser indicted for allegedly concealing communications related to COVID-19 research

A former senior adviser to Dr. Anthony Fauci has been indicted on federal charges alleging he conspired to hide his communications related to COVID-19 research as the pandemic unfolded

Former Fauci adviser indicted for allegedly concealing communications related to COVID-19 research
MidEast|Political|World

Pro-Kurdish party criticises Turkey's 'hesitant' steps toward PKK peace

Turkey's pro-Kurdish DEM Party issued one of its strongest criticisms yet of the government's handling of a fragile peace process, highlighting on Tuesday a growing stand-

Pro-Kurdish party criticises Turkey's 'hesitant' steps toward PKK peace
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

People linked to top Orban aide were blocked trying to send funds abroad, Hungary's Magyar says

Tax authorities in Hungary have blocked transfers of funds abroad by unidentified people linked to a top aide to outgoing Hungarian leader Viktor Orban, election winner

People linked to top Orban aide were blocked trying to send funds abroad, Hungary's Magyar says
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Romania's two largest parties call no-confidence vote in pro-European government

The minority government of Romania's pro-European Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan could fall in early May after his former coalition partner, the leftist Social Democrats,

Romania's two largest parties call no-confidence vote in pro-European government
Business|Economy|Political|World

UAE leaves OPEC in blow to global oil producers' group

The United Arab Emirates on Tuesday said it was quitting OPEC, dealing a blow to the oil producers' group as an unprecedented energy crisis caused by the

UAE leaves OPEC in blow to global oil producers' group
Asia|Crime|Europe|Political|World

North Korea's Kim praises soldiers who committed suicide to evade capture in Ukraine

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has praised soldiers who committed suicide while fighting against Ukrainian forces in Russia's Kursk region, confirming an extreme battle

North Korea's Kim praises soldiers who committed suicide to evade capture in Ukraine
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

GM expects a $500 million tariff refund from Trump levies the Supreme Court struck down

General Motors is expecting a $500 million tariff refund after the Supreme Court struck down some of President Donald Trump’s most sweeping levies

GM expects a $500 million tariff refund from Trump levies the Supreme Court struck down
Arts|Crime|Political|US

In Trump-like tone, government lawyers ask court to undo ruling halting work on White House ballroom

In Trump-like tone, government lawyers ask court to undo ruling halting work on White House ballroom

In Trump-like tone, government lawyers ask court to undo ruling halting work on White House ballroom
Economy|Environment|Political|World

UAE quits OPEC in blow to cartel that could reshape global oil markets

UAE quits OPEC in blow to cartel that could reshape global oil markets

UAE quits OPEC in blow to cartel that could reshape global oil markets
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Canadian PM invited to attend European Political Community summit in May

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has been invited to attend next month's summit of the European Political Community (EPC) in Armenia, European Council President Antonio Costa

Canadian PM invited to attend European Political Community summit in May
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Italian magistrates open urgent probe into pardon for former Berlusconi showgirl

Italian magistrates said on Tuesday they had opened urgent checks into whether Nicole Minetti, an ally of late Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi, lied to

Italian magistrates open urgent probe into pardon for former Berlusconi showgirl
Africa|Crime|Europe|Political|World

ICC orders $8.5 million in compensation for victims of Timbuktu Islamist who imposed sharia law

More than 65,000 victims of a Malian Islamist who was a key figure in the police force that imposed sharia law on Timbuktu in 2012 and ordered public floggings and

ICC orders $8.5 million in compensation for victims of Timbuktu Islamist who imposed sharia law
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Italy's parliament backs donation of aircraft carrier to Indonesia

Italy's parliament on Tuesday backed a government plan to donate an ageing aircraft carrier to Indonesia, a move the administration said would strengthen

Italy's parliament backs donation of aircraft carrier to Indonesia
Europe|Political|World

Hungary's outgoing PM Orban offers to quit as Fidesz party chief, local media say

Hungary's outgoing prime minister, Viktor Orban, offered his resignation as leader of his right-wing Fidesz party on Tuesday but a party congress in June will decide

Hungary's outgoing PM Orban offers to quit as Fidesz party chief, local media say
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|Technology|World

US signs energy and AI deals with Balkan countries as its influence widens

The United States and U.S. companies signed deals worth billions of dollars with Balkan countries on Tuesday, boosting Washington's energy presence in the

US signs energy and AI deals with Balkan countries as its influence widens
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine in diplomatic tussle with Israel over grain Kyiv says 'stolen' by Russia

Ukraine and Israel traded diplomatic blows on Tuesday as President Volodymyr Zelenskiy condemned what he said were grain purchases from occupied Ukrainian

Ukraine in diplomatic tussle with Israel over grain Kyiv says 'stolen' by Russia
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Britain challenges court decision that Palestine Action ban was unlawful

Britain on Tuesday sought to uphold a ban on pro-Palestinian group Palestine Action, which it has designated a terrorist organisation, after a court ruling that the move

Britain challenges court decision that Palestine Action ban was unlawful
Economy|Political|US|World

Trump says Iran wants US to open Hormuz Strait as soon as possible

President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that Iran has said it was in a state of collapse and wants the United States to open the Strait of Hormuz while it sorts out its

Trump says Iran wants US to open Hormuz Strait as soon as possible
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli strikes on Gaza kill five, including 9-year-old boy, medics say

Israeli strikes killed five Palestinians, including a 9-year-old boy, in the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, health officials said.

Israeli strikes on Gaza kill five, including 9-year-old boy, medics say
Africa|Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

US not funding Congo's $100 million mine guard, embassy says

The United States said on Tuesday it is not funding any security units tasked with policing or guarding mines in Democratic Republic of Congo after

US not funding Congo's $100 million mine guard, embassy says
Business|Economy|Political|World

Iran’s Guards seize wartime power, blunting Supreme Leader's role

Two months into a war with the U.S. and Israel, Iran no longer has a single, undisputed clerical arbiter at the pinnacle of

Iran’s Guards seize wartime power, blunting Supreme Leader's role
Crime|Education|Political|US|World

Southern Poverty Law Center says its informant program was not kept secret from law enforcement

The Southern Poverty Law Center has told a federal court that law enforcement agencies knew for years that the nonprofit was paying informants to report on the movements of hate groups

Southern Poverty Law Center says its informant program was not kept secret from law enforcement
Business|Europe|Political|World

Ex-aide backs UK's Starmer over Mandelson appointment

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's one-time closest aide, Morgan McSweeney, backed his former boss on Tuesday by

Ex-aide backs UK's Starmer over Mandelson appointment
Arts|Economy|Europe|Political|World

How a rising star of France’s far right weaponised a routine inquiry against public broadcasters

A French fact‑finding inquiry — normally a dull parliamentary ritual — has turned into a polarising political spectacle, giving France's far right an

How a rising star of France’s far right weaponised a routine inquiry against public broadcasters
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Brazil's Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro are neck and neck in presidential runoff, poll finds

Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Senator Flavio Bolsonaro were tied in a simulated run-off, an AtlasIntel/Bloomberg poll showed on Tuesday, ahead of

Brazil's Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro are neck and neck in presidential runoff, poll finds
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

United Arab Emirates says it will leave OPEC effective May 1

The United Arab Emirates says that it will leave the oil cartel OPEC effective May 1

United Arab Emirates says it will leave OPEC effective May 1
Business|Crime|Education|Health|Political|World

US seeks to accelerate deportations of migrant children in custody, CNN reports

The U.S. administration is bringing forward immigration hearings for deportations of migrant children in custody by weeks or even months in a bid to accelerate the process, CNN

US seeks to accelerate deportations of migrant children in custody, CNN reports
Business|Political|World

Gulf leaders meet in Saudi Arabia to discuss response to Iranian strikes

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman chaired a consultative meeting of the Gulf Cooperation Council in Jeddah on Tuesday, state media said, the first in-person meeting of Gulf

Gulf leaders meet in Saudi Arabia to discuss response to Iranian strikes
Asia|Business|Political|World

Philippines not concerned Iran war will distract US from region, top defence official says

The Philippines is not worried about any reduction in U.S. deterrence capabilities in the Indo-Pacific due to the war in the Middle East,

Philippines not concerned Iran war will distract US from region, top defence official says
Asia|Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU's top diplomat calls on Southeast Asian countries to seek alternatives to Russian oil

The European Union's foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas urged partner countries in Southeast Asia on Tuesday not to turn to Russia for oil supplies as they try

EU's top diplomat calls on Southeast Asian countries to seek alternatives to Russian oil
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Finland and Estonia say US defence deliveries delayed over Middle East war

Some U.S. defence equipment deliveries to Europe are being delayed because of the war in the Middle East, the presidents of Finland and Estonia said on Tuesday.

Finland and Estonia say US defence deliveries delayed over Middle East war
Election|Political|US|World

Trump push for state voter rolls rebuffed by courts as midterms near

As the U.S. midterm elections approach, Democrats are winning legal challenges to the Trump administration's push to obtain states' voter rolls, dealing a blow to the

Trump push for state voter rolls rebuffed by courts as midterms near
Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

As war nears two months, displaced Lebanese family sinks into despair

It has been nearly two months, but Rabih Khreiss still has trouble recognising his new life. 

As war nears two months, displaced Lebanese family sinks into despair
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Swiss court discontinues Karimova trial

Switzerland's Federal Criminal Court has discontinued a money laundering trial against Gulnara Karimova, a daughter of Uzbekistan's former president, on the grounds that

Swiss court discontinues Karimova trial
Europe|Political|US|World

King Charles set to emphasize the US and UK’s shared history in address to Congress

King Charles set to emphasize the US and UK’s shared history in address to Congress

King Charles set to emphasize the US and UK’s shared history in address to Congress
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump pursues new import taxes to replace the tariffs the Supreme Court rejected

When the Supreme Court killed his favorite tariffs in February, President Donald Trump rolled out temporary import taxes to replace them

Trump pursues new import taxes to replace the tariffs the Supreme Court rejected
Asia|Business|MidEast|Political|World

Iran willing to share defensive capabilities with Asian partners, deputy defence minister says

Iran is ready to share its defensive weapons capabilities with "independent countries, especially members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO)", Deputy Defence

Iran willing to share defensive capabilities with Asian partners, deputy defence minister says
Economy|Political|World

Ukraine needs to approve parcel tax to keep IMF funding, source says

Ukraine needs to adopt a law introducing a value-added tax on inexpensive parcels from abroad to ensure its $8.1 billion programme with the International

Ukraine needs to approve parcel tax to keep IMF funding, source says
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

Australia to charge Big Tech companies 2% levy unless they strike local news deals

The Australian government said on Tuesday that Meta, Alphabet's Google and TikTok could face multimillion-dollar charges if they did not

Australia to charge Big Tech companies 2% levy unless they strike local news deals
Arts|Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Political

Kimmel says his joke was misconstrued, Trump says ABC should fire late-night host 

(Corrects story to fix typo in paragraph 3.)

Kimmel says his joke was misconstrued, Trump says ABC should fire late-night host 
Africa|Health|Political|World

A South Sudan community is denied aid as government and opposition blame each other

Displaced people in a South Sudan village have been denied lifesaving aid by the government, according to eyewitnesses and aid groups

A South Sudan community is denied aid as government and opposition blame each other
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Political

Kimmel pushes back on Trump calls for his firing, in first major test for Disney’s new CEO

Kimmel pushes back on Trump calls for his firing, in first major test for Disney’s new CEO

Kimmel pushes back on Trump calls for his firing, in first major test for Disney’s new CEO
Asia|Political|World

At UN, China denounces Japan and EU over South China Sea remarks

China denounced remarks by Japan and the European Union about the South China Sea at a U.N.

At UN, China denounces Japan and EU over South China Sea remarks
Political|Science|Technology|World

Trump administration fires entire National Science Board

President Donald Trump's administration has terminated the entire National Science Board of more than 20 members, two fired members of the board said

Trump administration fires entire National Science Board
Business|Economy|Political|World

US treasury chief says businesses working with Iranian airlines risk sanctions

Businesses working with Iranian airlines risk U.S. sanctions, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Monday, calling the warning a part of a

US treasury chief says businesses working with Iranian airlines risk sanctions
Business|Environment|Political|US|World

Trump withdraws nomination of hospitality executive to head National Park Service

The White House has withdrawn President Donald Trump's nomination of a hospitality company executive to be director of the National Park Service more

Trump withdraws nomination of hospitality executive to head National Park Service
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Violence escalates in Colombia with dozens of attacks before presidential vote

A series of attacks in Colombia's southwest has raised security concerns before the May presidential election

Violence escalates in Colombia with dozens of attacks before presidential vote
MidEast|Political|World

Trump unhappy with Iranian proposal, US official says

A U.S. official said on Monday that President Donald Trump is unhappy with an Iranian proposal because it did not address

Trump unhappy with Iranian proposal, US official says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Over 1,000 US TSA officers have left since start of shutdown, DHS says

Over 1,000 U.S.

Over 1,000 US TSA officers have left since start of shutdown, DHS says
Asia|Political|World

Taiwan on alert after spotting two Chinese warships near its Penghu islands

Taiwan has spotted two Chinese warships operating in waters near the Penghu islands in the Taiwan Strait and has sent its own naval and air forces to keep watch, the

Taiwan on alert after spotting two Chinese warships near its Penghu islands
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Political|US

Kid Rock flies in Army helicopter weeks after flights near his house drew scrutiny

Kid Rock and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth both flew in Army Apache attack helicopters at a base in Virginia on Monday

Kid Rock flies in Army helicopter weeks after flights near his house drew scrutiny
Arts|Crime|Political|US

Republicans in Congress push for Trump's White House ballroom after shooting at media dinner

Republicans in Congress have launched new efforts to approve and pay for President Donald Trump’s proposed ballroom at the White House

Republicans in Congress push for Trump's White House ballroom after shooting at media dinner
Europe|Political|World

Iranian defence official holds talks with Russian, Belarusian ministers

Russian Defence Minister Andrei Belousov held talks in Kyrgyzstan on Monday with Iran's Deputy Defence Minister Reza Talaei-Nik, state-run TASS news agency reported.

Iranian defence official holds talks with Russian, Belarusian ministers
Crime|Political|Sports|World

Soccer-Congressmen call for National Guard to address drone threats at the World Cup

Two Republican members of Congress are calling on the Trump administration to empower the National Guard to address potential drone-related threats and

Soccer-Congressmen call for National Guard to address drone threats at the World Cup
Crime|Political|World

US House Republicans to modify Senate-passed DHS funding bill, courting delay   

Legislation to fund the U.S.

US House Republicans to modify Senate-passed DHS funding bill, courting delay   
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

UK budget rules should seek to lower debt, parliament committee says

British finance minister Rachel Reeves should explicitly aim to bring public debt below its current level within the next three years, rather than simply halt its current

UK budget rules should seek to lower debt, parliament committee says
Arts|Crime|Political|US|World

US Congress Republicans push legislation to build, fund Trump's $400 million ballroom

Two days after a shooting at a dinner that President Donald Trump was attending, Republicans in the U.S.

US Congress Republicans push legislation to build, fund Trump's $400 million ballroom
Economy|Political|World

Iran offers to reopen Strait of Hormuz if US lifts its blockade and the war ends, officials say

Iran has offered to end its control over the Strait of Hormuz if the U.S. lifts its blockade and ends the war

Iran offers to reopen Strait of Hormuz if US lifts its blockade and the war ends, officials say
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

The Latest: Iran wants Strait of Hormuz reopening tied to an end to the war, officials say

Iran has offered to end its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz without addressing its nuclear program

The Latest: Iran wants Strait of Hormuz reopening tied to an end to the war, officials say
Arts|Crime|Election|Political|US|Videos

Line of succession: Who was and was not at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner

Line of succession: Who was and was not at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner

Line of succession: Who was and was not at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|US

Hill GOP braces for ‘nightmare week’ as pressure mounts to end DHS funding standoff

Hill GOP braces for ‘nightmare week’ as pressure mounts to end DHS funding standoff

Hill GOP braces for ‘nightmare week’ as pressure mounts to end DHS funding standoff
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Political|US|World

Man charged with attempted assassination of Trump in White House correspondents' dinner shooting

The man who authorities say tried to storm the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner with guns and knives has been charged with the attempted assassination of President Donald Trump

Man charged with attempted assassination of Trump in White House correspondents' dinner shooting
Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

Canada is still reviewing plan to buy US fighter jets, defense minister says

Canada is still reviewing its plan to buy 88 Lockheed Martin F-35 fighter jets, Defence Minister David McGuinty said on Monday, adding that Ottawa could also purchase some

Canada is still reviewing plan to buy US fighter jets, defense minister says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political

US Transport chief wants Congress involved in $2.5 billion low-cost airline aid request

U.S.

US Transport chief wants Congress involved in $2.5 billion low-cost airline aid request
Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World

US DHS to vet immigrants for what it calls extremist views, raising free speech concerns

The U.S.

US DHS to vet immigrants for what it calls extremist views, raising free speech concerns
Environment|Europe|Political|Travel|World

King Charles arrives in US for state visit amid differences over Iran war

Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla arrived in the United States on Monday for a four-day trip, welcomed by self-proclaimed

King Charles arrives in US for state visit amid differences over Iran war
Political|Science|Technology|US|World

US, Iran clash at UN after Tehran gets nuclear non-proliferation role

The United States and Iran clashed at the United Nations on Monday over Tehran's nuclear program and its selection to be one of dozens of vice presidents at a

US, Iran clash at UN after Tehran gets nuclear non-proliferation role
Crime|Education|Political|Technology|US|World

Suspected shooter’s social media posts show shift from video games to political rage

Suspected shooter’s social media posts show shift from video games to political rage

Suspected shooter’s social media posts show shift from video games to political rage
Business|Economy|Health|Political

Billionaire tax proposal in California is on track to qualify for the ballot, backers say

Supporters of a controversial California proposal to implement a one-time tax on billionaires say they have enough signatures to qualify it for the November ballot

Billionaire tax proposal in California is on track to qualify for the ballot, backers say
Crime|Political|World

Press dinner shooting suspect charged with attempting to assassinate the president

Press dinner shooting suspect charged with attempting to assassinate the president

Press dinner shooting suspect charged with attempting to assassinate the president
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Virginia Supreme Court considers whether to block voter-approved US House map favoring Democrats

Virginia's Supreme Court is considering whether a voter-approved redistricting amendment complied with the state's constitutional requirements

Virginia Supreme Court considers whether to block voter-approved US House map favoring Democrats
Americas|Europe|Political|Travel|US|World

King Charles III arrives at the White House on a delicate mission to restore the UK-US relationship

King Charles III and Queen Camilla have made it to the White House on his first visit to the United States since he became king in 2022

King Charles III arrives at the White House on a delicate mission to restore the UK-US relationship
Crime|Political|US|World

Designated survivor discussions took place prior to press dinner, White House says

U.S. officials discussed a designated survivor and the line of succession prior to the White House Correspondents' Association dinner

Designated survivor discussions took place prior to press dinner, White House says
Political|World

Iraq’s Shi’ite alliance names Ali al-Zaidi as PM nominee

Iraq's alliance of Shi'ite political blocs, the Coordination Framework, on Monday named Ali al-Zaidi as its nominee for the post of prime minister, said a coalition statement.

Iraq’s Shi’ite alliance names Ali al-Zaidi as PM nominee
Crime|Political|US|World

Who takes charge if the US president is incapacitated?

Saturday's attack at a black-tie Washington gala that featured President Donald Trump did not result in any deaths, but it did raise the question about who would take

Who takes charge if the US president is incapacitated?
Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

US and Iran clash over Tehran's nuclear program as review of atomic treaty begins at UN

The United States and Iran have clashed over Tehran’s nuclear program as a review of the treaty meant to prevent the spread of atomic weapons got underway at the United Nations

US and Iran clash over Tehran's nuclear program as review of atomic treaty begins at UN
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Political|US

Reporters covered the correspondents' dinner shooting in real time. Conspiracy theories still spread

Conspiracy theories flooded the internet minutes after the shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner attended by President Donald Trump

Reporters covered the correspondents' dinner shooting in real time. Conspiracy theories still spread
Economy|Education|Environment|Political|Science|Technology

Trump administration fires independent board overseeing the National Science Foundation

The Trump administration has fired members of an independent board that oversees the National Science Foundation

Trump administration fires independent board overseeing the National Science Foundation
Arts|Crime|Political|US

Facts compete with conspiracy theories after WHCD attack

Facts compete with conspiracy theories after WHCD attack

Facts compete with conspiracy theories after WHCD attack
Economy|Political|Sports|Travel|World

New York City to hold free World Cup fan events in each borough

New York City will hold a series of free events for soccer fans hoping to catch World Cup matches, but don't want to spend an arm and a leg on tickets

New York City to hold free World Cup fan events in each borough
Business|Economy|Environment|Political

Singing protesters speak out against lifting of mining ban near Boundary Water

Singing protesters speak out against lifting of mining ban near Boundary Water

Singing protesters speak out against lifting of mining ban near Boundary Water
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump discussed new Iran proposal with national security aides on Monday, White House says

U.S.

Trump discussed new Iran proposal with national security aides on Monday, White House says
Arts|Education|Political|Sports|World

Soccer-Human Rights Watch urges FIFA to push for 'ICE Truce' at World Cup

FIFA should press the U.S. government to establish an "ICE Truce" for this year's World Cup, including a public guarantee from federal authorities to

Soccer-Human Rights Watch urges FIFA to push for 'ICE Truce' at World Cup
Economy|Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Malta calls early election, with PM pledging stability amid Iran war

Malta will hold a parliamentary election on May 30, Prime Minister Robert Abela said on Monday, calling the vote a year before his current five-year term expires.

Malta calls early election, with PM pledging stability amid Iran war
Economy|Political|World

US reviews latest Iranian proposal to end war stalemate

U.S.

US reviews latest Iranian proposal to end war stalemate
Crime|Political|World

White House to review Trump's security after gunfire near press dinner

The White House is reviewing security protocols this week following Saturday's shooting at a Washington hotel where President Donald

White House to review Trump's security after gunfire near press dinner
Crime|Political|Technology|US|World

Supreme Court seems inclined to allow police to use geofence warrants to identify criminal suspects

The Supreme Court seems inclined to rule that police could use geofence warrants that collect the location history of cellphone users to find people near crime scenes

Supreme Court seems inclined to allow police to use geofence warrants to identify criminal suspects
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Afghan officials say Pakistani strikes killed 7 and wounded 85 in first attacks since peace talks

Afghan officials say mortars and missiles fired from Pakistan have struck a university and homes in northeastern Afghanistan, killing seven people and wounding at least 85

Afghan officials say Pakistani strikes killed 7 and wounded 85 in first attacks since peace talks
Business|Education|Environment|Finance|Health|Political|Science

13 surviving sloths from Sloth World delivered to Central Florida Zoo in Sanford

13 surviving sloths from Sloth World delivered to Central Florida Zoo in Sanford

13 surviving sloths from Sloth World delivered to Central Florida Zoo in Sanford
Crime|Political|US

Kash Patel says WHCD shooting witness interviews are underway

FBI Director Kash Patel says witness interviews are in progress related to the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner.

Kash Patel says WHCD shooting witness interviews are underway
Arts|Celebrity|Election|Entertainment|Political|US

Trump calls on ABC to fire Kimmel after he joked Melania was an ‘expectant widow’

Trump calls on ABC to fire Kimmel after he joked Melania was an ‘expectant widow’

Trump calls on ABC to fire Kimmel after he joked Melania was an ‘expectant widow’
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Carney unveils $18 billion Canadian government-owned investment fund

Canada's prime minister says the country is developing a government-owned investment fund

Carney unveils $18 billion Canadian government-owned investment fund
Crime|Political|US|World

Man convicted in 2024 killing of NYPD officer sentenced to 115 years to life in prison

A man convicted in the 2024 shooting death of a New York City police officer has been sentenced to 115 years to life in prison

Man convicted in 2024 killing of NYPD officer sentenced to 115 years to life in prison
Business|Economy|Political

Senate panel to vote on Wednesday on advancing Fed chair Warsh's nomination

The Senate Banking Committee is expected on Wednesday to advance Kevin Warsh's nomination as Federal Reserve Chair to the full Senate, with a vote now set for 10 a.m.

Senate panel to vote on Wednesday on advancing Fed chair Warsh's nomination
Europe|Political|US|World

Bruised by Trump, NATO alliance considers end to annual summits

NATO is considering ending its recent practice of holding annual summits, six sources told Reuters, a move that

Bruised by Trump, NATO alliance considers end to annual summits
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World

Four killed, 70 wounded in mortar, rocket attacks by Pakistan, Afghan Taliban says

Mortar and rocket attacks launched by Pakistan against Afghanistan killed four people on Monday and wounded 70 more, the Taliban government said, as

Four killed, 70 wounded in mortar, rocket attacks by Pakistan, Afghan Taliban says
Crime|Political|World

White House says press dinner shooting was third major assassination attempt against Trump

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt on Monday described the foiled attack at the White House Correspondents Association dinner as the third major

White House says press dinner shooting was third major assassination attempt against Trump
Election|Political|US|World

Florida's DeSantis proposes new US House map targeting four Democratic seats

Republican Florida Governor Ron DeSantis proposed a new congressional map on Monday aimed at flipping four Democratic U.S.

Florida's DeSantis proposes new US House map targeting four Democratic seats
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Kazakhstan sentences 19 for protest against repression in China's Xinjiang region

A Kazakh court has convicted 19 Kazakh activists after a protest against Beijing’s crackdown in China’s far-western Xinjiang region last year, in what advocates call an extraordinary move by the Kazakh government to silence dissident at the behest of Beijing

Kazakhstan sentences 19 for protest against repression in China's Xinjiang region
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political

Hospital nurses voice concern over HR-1 cuts

Hospital nurses voice concern over HR-1 cuts

Hospital nurses voice concern over HR-1 cuts
Business|MidEast|Political|World

Iran looking into Trump's request for negotiations, foreign minister says

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said on Monday that Tehran was looking into U.S.

Iran looking into Trump's request for negotiations, foreign minister says
MidEast|Political|World

Putin praises Iranian people for resistance to US in talks with Araqchi

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday praised the Iranian people for battling to stay independent in the face of U.S. and Israeli pressure and said Moscow would do

Putin praises Iranian people for resistance to US in talks with Araqchi
Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science|World

Britain's lifetime smoking ban set to become law

Britain's plans to ban future generations from buying cigarettes will become law this week, ushering in a policy still overshadowed by

Britain's lifetime smoking ban set to become law
Europe|Political|World

UK PM Starmer faces vote on possible parliamentary probe over Mandelson

Britain's parliament will vote on Tuesday on a possible inquiry into Prime Minister Keir Starmer, looking at whether he misled the House of Commons over

UK PM Starmer faces vote on possible parliamentary probe over Mandelson
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Oil advances with Middle East in focus, equities rise slightly 

MSCI's global equities index advanced modestly on Monday after the White House said President Donald Trump was reviewing a

Oil advances with Middle East in focus, equities rise slightly 
Crime|Education|Health|Political

Family shares their story behind the push for the Purple Alert bill

Family shares their story behind the push for the Purple Alert bill

Family shares their story behind the push for the Purple Alert bill
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Political|US

Wolf Blitzer details the moment he heard gunshots at White House Correspondents’ Dinner

CNN's Wolf Blitzer describes hearing the moment possible shots were fired at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington, DC, on Saturday. President Donald Trump was swiftly escorted off the stage by Secret Service.

Wolf Blitzer details the moment he heard gunshots at White House Correspondents’ Dinner
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Iran oil tankers turned back by US blockade, Hormuz traffic sparse

Six tankers loaded with Iranian oil have been forced back to Iran by the U.S. blockade in recent days, ship-tracking data shows, underscoring the impact

Iran oil tankers turned back by US blockade, Hormuz traffic sparse
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Hungary and EU to discuss terms of release for billions in blocked funds

Top EU officials and Hungary's incoming government will discuss on Wednesday the changes Budapest needs to push through to release 17 billion euros in EU funds that have

Hungary and EU to discuss terms of release for billions in blocked funds
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Netanyahu's rivals are joining forces. Would they shift Israel's security policy?

Two of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's top rivals announced they would join forces in an upcoming election to oust his coalition government, with a focus

Netanyahu's rivals are joining forces. Would they shift Israel's security policy?
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Germany's Merz says Iran is humiliating US as talks stall

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Monday Iran's leadership was humiliating the United States and getting U.S. officials to travel

Germany's Merz says Iran is humiliating US as talks stall
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Nations meet to discuss fossil fuel exit as Iran war drives up prices

Around 60 governments, including Brazil, Germany, Canada and Nigeria, will hold the first international meeting this week to discuss phasing out fossil

Nations meet to discuss fossil fuel exit as Iran war drives up prices
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Israeli strikes hit east Lebanon, expanding scope despite ceasefire

The Israeli military began carrying out strikes in eastern Lebanon on Monday, expanding the scope of its bombing campaign during a ceasefire that has failed to fully halt

Israeli strikes hit east Lebanon, expanding scope despite ceasefire
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Supreme Court grapples with whether police may seek sweeping cellphone location data in investigations

Supreme Court grapples with whether police may seek sweeping cellphone location data in investigations

Supreme Court grapples with whether police may seek sweeping cellphone location data in investigations
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Latino leaders surge into local office as Trump-era attacks fuel new urgency

Latino leaders are gaining ground in U.S. politics despite ongoing challenges

Latino leaders surge into local office as Trump-era attacks fuel new urgency
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North Dakota lawmaker dies in Twin Cities plane crash, according to state's Democratic Minority leader

North Dakota lawmaker dies in Twin Cities plane crash, according to state's Democratic Minority leader

North Dakota lawmaker dies in Twin Cities plane crash, according to state's Democratic Minority leader
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Russian finance minister warns of regional budgets' strains, rising debt

The combined deficit of Russian regional budgets will grow by 27% to 1.9 trillion roubles ($25.4 billion) in 2026, largely due to lower corporate

Russian finance minister warns of regional budgets' strains, rising debt
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Pope Leo signals shift away from Catholic Church's focus on sex

Pope Leo's four-nation Africa tour featured firm denunciations by the pontiff of despotism and war and also unprecedented attacks from U.S.

Pope Leo signals shift away from Catholic Church's focus on sex
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Russia summons German envoy over lawmaker's meeting with Chechen exile

Russia's foreign ministry said on Monday it had summoned the German ambassador over a meeting in Kyiv between a German lawmaker and a Chechen separatist who Moscow says

Russia summons German envoy over lawmaker's meeting with Chechen exile
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Merz suggests Ukraine may have to accept territorial loss to help pave way for EU membership

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz suggested on Monday that Ukraine may have to accept that parts of its territory could remain outside Kyiv's control in a future peace deal

Merz suggests Ukraine may have to accept territorial loss to help pave way for EU membership
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Argentina bishops call for dialogue after press blocked from government house

Argentina's assembly of Catholic bishops called for dialogue to find a prompt resolution to the government's decision to block the entry of accredited journalists to government

Argentina bishops call for dialogue after press blocked from government house
Health|Political|Science

Older Americans who vote live longer than those who don’t – new research

Since voters live longer, casting a ballot may be seen as another healthy habit, like going for a run or eating lots of vegetables.

Older Americans who vote live longer than those who don’t – new research
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As New Mexico probes Epstein, local survivors come forward

Authorities in New Mexico are trying to determine how many local women and girls were abused by the late sex offender

As New Mexico probes Epstein, local survivors come forward
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Philippines and US stage counter-landing drills with allies near South China Sea

As simulated enemy boats and unmanned craft closed in on the shores of Palawan island facing the South China Sea, Philippine and U.S.

Philippines and US stage counter-landing drills with allies near South China Sea
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Brazil's Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro neck and neck in second‑round poll

Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Senator Flavio Bolsonaro are statistically tied in a simulated runoff for this year's presidential election, a BTG

Brazil's Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro neck and neck in second‑round poll
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Romania's largest party teams up with far-right opposition to topple pro-European coalition

Romania's largest party in parliament, the Social Democrats, will team up with the hard-right opposition Alliance for Uniting Romanians in a bid to topple the pro-

Romania's largest party teams up with far-right opposition to topple pro-European coalition
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A Supreme Court case over pesticides is bringing out the ‘MAHA moms’ — and threats of consequences for the midterms

A Supreme Court case over pesticides is bringing out the ‘MAHA moms’ — and threats of consequences for the midterms

A Supreme Court case over pesticides is bringing out the ‘MAHA moms’ — and threats of consequences for the midterms
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Indonesia appoints labour union chief as new environment minister

JAKARTA, April 27 - Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has appointed a labour union chief as the country's new environment minister, the palace said on Monday, replacing Hanif Faisol Nurofiq, who

Indonesia appoints labour union chief as new environment minister
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The insurgent groups battling Mali's military-led government

Mali's government is facing new questions about how long it can hold on to power two days after insurgents launched attacks across the country, hitting the main army base outside

The insurgent groups battling Mali's military-led government
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King Charles set to meet Trump for the toughest mission of his reign

King Charles set to meet Trump for the toughest mission of his reign

King Charles set to meet Trump for the toughest mission of his reign
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Energy prices drag German consumer sentiment to three-year low, survey finds

German consumer sentiment is expected to worsen heading into May as households' income expectations have become bleaker in the face of rising inflation, driven higher by

Energy prices drag German consumer sentiment to three-year low, survey finds
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Modi's BJP gains ground in India’s upper house after AAP lawmakers defect

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s BJP party strengthened its position in parliament’s upper house after seven opposition lawmakers joined it, a parliamentary list

Modi's BJP gains ground in India’s upper house after AAP lawmakers defect
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Many elderly Cubans left to fend for themselves as the latest crisis deepens

Elderly residents in Old Havana gather for meals at the Church of the Holy Spirit, a crucial support amid Cuba’s economic crisis

Many elderly Cubans left to fend for themselves as the latest crisis deepens
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Israeli strikes kill 14 in Lebanon as Israel warns residents to leave towns beyond 'buffer zone'

Israeli strikes killed 14 people and wounded 37 on Sunday, Lebanon's health ministry said, as the Israeli military warned residents to leave seven towns beyond the "buffer zone"

Israeli strikes kill 14 in Lebanon as Israel warns residents to leave towns beyond 'buffer zone'
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US presses Taiwan parliament to pass 'comprehensive' defence budget

The top U.S. diplomat in Taiwan on Monday pressed the island's opposition-majority parliament to pass a "comprehensive" defence budget, saying integrated air and missile

US presses Taiwan parliament to pass 'comprehensive' defence budget
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Latest US military strike on alleged drug boat kills 3 in eastern Pacific

The latest U.S. military strike on a boat accused of ferrying drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean killed three people Sunday

Latest US military strike on alleged drug boat kills 3 in eastern Pacific
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Taiwan says China sanctions on European arms makers will not hit weapons sourcing

Taiwan's defence minister downplayed on Monday the impact of Chinese sanctions on seven European companies over arms sales to the island, saying it was not the first time

Taiwan says China sanctions on European arms makers will not hit weapons sourcing
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Turkey's Erdogan offers support to Trump in call after White House dinner shooting

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan offered his support for U.S.

Turkey's Erdogan offers support to Trump in call after White House dinner shooting
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Prediction markets under pressure to crack down on rogue bettors and stop insider trading

A soldier betting on an operation to oust Venezuela’s leader

Prediction markets under pressure to crack down on rogue bettors and stop insider trading
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Trump says Iran can phone if it wants to talk; Iranian minister heads to Russia

President Donald Trump said on Sunday Iran could telephone if it wants to negotiate an end to their two-month

Trump says Iran can phone if it wants to talk; Iranian minister heads to Russia
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Colombia's ruling left set to extend time in power as Cepeda leads, poll shows

Colombia's ruling left-wing coalition appears poised to retain power, with Ivan Cepeda leading the presidential race on 44.3% support and on track to continue President

Colombia's ruling left set to extend time in power as Cepeda leads, poll shows
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Donald Riegle, who represented Michigan in Congress under 7 presidents, dies at 88

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Donald Riegle, who represented Michigan in Congress under 7 presidents, dies at 88
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North Korea's Kim to continue support for Russia, state media says

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said his country would continue to support Russia's policies and discussed bolstering military ties with Moscow, state media

North Korea's Kim to continue support for Russia, state media says
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Trump calls suspect in press dinner attack 'pretty sick guy' whose views alarmed relatives

U.S.

Trump calls suspect in press dinner attack 'pretty sick guy' whose views alarmed relatives
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The Latest: Pakistan says US-Iran mediation moving ahead after Trump holds back envoys

Pakistan’s leaders are seeking to revive peace talks between the United States and Iran after President Donald Trump canceled plans for his top envoys to travel to Islamabad this weekend for negotiations

The Latest: Pakistan says US-Iran mediation moving ahead after Trump holds back envoys
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Oil prices increase after Iran doubles down on Strait of Hormuz closure, accuses US of undermining trust

Oil prices increase after Iran doubles down on Strait of Hormuz closure, accuses US of undermining trust

Oil prices increase after Iran doubles down on Strait of Hormuz closure, accuses US of undermining trust
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Trump portrays shooting as proof of his presidency's power

Donald Trump's tuxedo still looked freshly pressed when he stepped to the White House podium Saturday night, barely an hour after the

Trump portrays shooting as proof of his presidency's power
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Suspected gunman at White House Correspondents’ Dinner raises questions about event’s security protocol

Suspected gunman at White House Correspondents’ Dinner raises questions about event’s security protocol

Suspected gunman at White House Correspondents’ Dinner raises questions about event’s security protocol