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Advocacy group sues Trump administration over access to abortion for veterans

An advocacy group is suing President Donald Trump's administration over its decision to reinstate a near-ban on abortions for veterans and their family members who depend on the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for healthcare

Advocacy group sues Trump administration over access to abortion for veterans
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Greek far-left terror group leader is released at age 82. But the decision could be reversed

The head of a far-left Greek militant group that killed four American officials and 19 others has been released from a maximum-security prison

Greek far-left terror group leader is released at age 82. But the decision could be reversed
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Paxton makes his final pitch in the Texas Senate race against Cornyn, buoyed by Trump's endorsement

Ken Paxton is playing up President Donald Trump's endorsement as the Texas attorney general heads into the final days of U.S. Senate primary runoff against incumbent John Cornyn

Paxton makes his final pitch in the Texas Senate race against Cornyn, buoyed by Trump's endorsement
Crime|Political|US|World

Ex-wife of Cuban spy involved in Brothers to the Rescue shootdown reacts to Raúl Castro indictment: "Betrayal at another level"

Ex-wife of Cuban spy involved in Brothers to the Rescue shootdown reacts to Raúl Castro indictment: "Betrayal at another level"

Ex-wife of Cuban spy involved in Brothers to the Rescue shootdown reacts to Raúl Castro indictment: "Betrayal at another level"
Arts|Crime|Political|Sports|Technology|US|World

NYPD, FBI issue drone warning for FIFA World Cup, America 250, and more high-profile events this summer

NYPD, FBI issue drone warning for FIFA World Cup, America 250, and more high-profile events this summer

NYPD, FBI issue drone warning for FIFA World Cup, America 250, and more high-profile events this summer
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Trump pledges extra troops for Poland as Rubio cautions allies

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Trump pledges extra troops for Poland as Rubio cautions allies
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

UAE's Gargash sees '50-50' odds of US-Iran deal, warns against renewed fighting

There is a "50-50 chance" of a U.S.-Iran peace agreement, the United Arab Emirates' presidential advisor said on Friday, but stressed that

UAE's Gargash sees '50-50' odds of US-Iran deal, warns against renewed fighting
Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU in stagflationary trend, must not risk fiscal crisis, ministers say

Europe's economy is in a stagflationary trend due to the surge in energy prices caused by the Iran war, but governments must be

EU in stagflationary trend, must not risk fiscal crisis, ministers say
Arts|Asia|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|World

India’s Gen Z have flipped the lowly cockroach into a symbol of defiance

India’s Gen Z have flipped the lowly cockroach into a symbol of defiance

India’s Gen Z have flipped the lowly cockroach into a symbol of defiance
Crime|Europe|Health|Political|World

Mother of Greek train crash victim launches political party

Maria Karystianou, a doctor whose daughter died in Greece's worst train crash in 2023, launched a political party on Thursday as she

Mother of Greek train crash victim launches political party
Election|Political|US

In heavily Democratic California, 2 GOP House rivals grapple in nasty fight over Trump loyalty

California is one of the most heavily Democratic states in the country

In heavily Democratic California, 2 GOP House rivals grapple in nasty fight over Trump loyalty
Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Political|World

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor investigation could examine sexual misconduct allegations

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor investigation could examine sexual misconduct allegations

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor investigation could examine sexual misconduct allegations
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

ECB will have to respond to inflation increase, EU's Dombrovskis says

European Economy Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis said on Friday that it is clear the European Central Bank will need to react to rising inflation.

ECB will have to respond to inflation increase, EU's Dombrovskis says
Economy|Education|Election|Environment|Political

Trump won over more Latino voters in 2024. Can he keep them?

President Donald Trump made inroads with Latino voters in 2024, earning support that helped propel him to a second term in the White House

Trump won over more Latino voters in 2024. Can he keep them?
Crime|Education|Europe|Political|World

Four killed, 35 children injured in Ukrainian drone attack on Luhansk, Russian officials say

At least four people were killed and 35 children were wounded in an overnight Ukrainian drone attack on a student dormitory in Russian-controlled Luhansk in eastern Ukraine,

Four killed, 35 children injured in Ukrainian drone attack on Luhansk, Russian officials say
Europe|Finance|Political|US|World

NATO alliance has to be good for all involved, Rubio says

NATO has to be good for all those involved, U.S.

NATO alliance has to be good for all involved, Rubio says
Europe|Political|World

Polish president thanks Trump for additional US troops

Polish President Karol Nawrocki thanked U.S. President Donald Trump for his decision to send additional U.S. troops to Poland.

Polish president thanks Trump for additional US troops
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Investigation into King Charles' brother Andrew will be lengthy, UK police say

The British police investigation into Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor will be long and complex, senior officers said on Friday, after his arrest earlier this

Investigation into King Charles' brother Andrew will be lengthy, UK police say
Africa|Crime|Political|World

US sanctions Tanzanian police chief over human rights violations

The United States has sanctioned Tanzania’s police chief and barred him from entering the U.S., citing alleged human rights violations committed by the police force

US sanctions Tanzanian police chief over human rights violations
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

UK borrowing jumps as Reeves faces up to Iran war challenge

Britain's public finances showed the biggest shortfall since the COVID-19 pandemic in April in what could be an early taste of the budget hit facing

UK borrowing jumps as Reeves faces up to Iran war challenge
Africa|Economy|Europe|Political|World

In Spain's greenhouses, migrant amnesty brings hope of better conditions

After seven years living as an undocumented migrant in Spain, doing day jobs and staying in shanty towns, Moroccan Abdelmoujoud Erra

In Spain's greenhouses, migrant amnesty brings hope of better conditions
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Housing squeeze in Swiss boom region fuels support for population cap

Since 1990, the population in the Swiss village of Knonau has more than doubled, driven by an economic boom in one of the country's most business

Housing squeeze in Swiss boom region fuels support for population cap
Political|Science|Technology|World

Trump postpones AI executive order, cites need to compete with China

U.S.

Trump postpones AI executive order, cites need to compete with China
Asia|Business|Political|World

South Korean ministry to shun Starbucks vouchers in 'Tank Day' campaign backlash

South Korea's Interior Minister said his ministry would stop offering products from companies that "make light" of the country's democratic history, after a

South Korean ministry to shun Starbucks vouchers in 'Tank Day' campaign backlash
Education|Europe|Political|World

Serbia's protesting students renew pressure on Vucic with a big weekend rally

Serbia’s university students are gearing up for a major rally this weekend, pushing for political changes under President Aleksandar Vucic

Serbia's protesting students renew pressure on Vucic with a big weekend rally
Political|US|World

Why China might react badly to any call between Trump and Taiwan's president

U.S.

Why China might react badly to any call between Trump and Taiwan's president
Asia|Economy|Political|World

The differences — and similarities — in the Trump and Putin visits to China

Chinese leader Xi Jinping's recent summits with U.S. President Donald Trump and Russia's Vladimir Putin highlighted different dynamics with each country

The differences — and similarities — in the Trump and Putin visits to China
Asia|Australia|Business|Political|World

US, Japan, Australia, India to have 'Quad' top diplomats' meeting in Delhi, Japan says

The U.S., Japan, Australia and India will hold a meeting of foreign ministers of the 'Quad' grouping in New Delhi on May 26, Japan's foreign ministry said on Friday.

US, Japan, Australia, India to have 'Quad' top diplomats' meeting in Delhi, Japan says
Economy|Political|US|World

US hits nine Hezbollah-aligned individuals in Lebanon with sanctions

The United States on Thursday announced sanctions against nine individuals, including Iran's designated ambassador to Lebanon, for obstructing the peace

US hits nine Hezbollah-aligned individuals in Lebanon with sanctions
Crime|Economy|Political|US|World

Republican revolt over Trump 'anti-weaponization' fund stalls ICE funding vote

U.S.

Republican revolt over Trump 'anti-weaponization' fund stalls ICE funding vote
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science|Technology|US

US lawmakers propose making daylight saving time permanent, again

Daylight saving time would stay in effect year-round under a U.S.

US lawmakers propose making daylight saving time permanent, again
Economy|Election|Political|World

Alberta province plans a public vote on whether to hold a binding referendum on leaving Canada

The government in the oil-rich province of Alberta plans a referendum on leaving Canada but says it won't actually be a vote on whether to separate

Alberta province plans a public vote on whether to hold a binding referendum on leaving Canada
MidEast|Political|US|World

US House Republicans cancel Iran war powers vote

Republican leaders of the U.S.

US House Republicans cancel Iran war powers vote
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US

Takeaways from the Democratic National Committee's long-awaited autopsy report on 2024 election

The Democratic National Committee has released a controversial autopsy report on the 2024 election

Takeaways from the Democratic National Committee's long-awaited autopsy report on 2024 election
Environment|Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World

Greenlanders demonstrate against Trump as US diplomats open new consulate

The U.S. opening of a larger diplomatic hub in Greenland on Thursday was met by demonstrators opposed to President Donald Trump's ambition for greater influence

Greenlanders demonstrate against Trump as US diplomats open new consulate
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Brazil's government expected to expand spending block on ministries, says finance minister

Brazil's government is expected to announce on Friday an increase of spending blocks across ministries to stay within this year's spending cap, Finance Minister Dario

Brazil's government expected to expand spending block on ministries, says finance minister
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump will swear in Warsh on Friday to lead US Federal Reserve

U.S.

Trump will swear in Warsh on Friday to lead US Federal Reserve
Europe|Political|World

China's top diplomat touts Moldova ties after Putin visit despite differences over Ukraine war

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi told visiting Moldovan Deputy Prime Minister Mihai Popsoi that Beijing "cherishes" ties with the Eastern European country and aims to

China's top diplomat touts Moldova ties after Putin visit despite differences over Ukraine war
Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

Republicans call off vote on Iran war resolution that was on the verge of passing

Republicans are struggling to find the votes to dismiss legislation that would compel President Donald Trump to withdraw from the war with Iran

Republicans call off vote on Iran war resolution that was on the verge of passing
Europe|Political|US|World

Trump says US will send additional 5,000 troops to Poland

The United States will be sending an additional 5,000 troops to Poland, U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday.

Trump says US will send additional 5,000 troops to Poland
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Canada falling short on defense spending, F-35 review, Pentagon official says

The U.S. decision to suspend planned biannual defense talks with Canada follows deepening concern that Ottawa is failing to take steps to become a "

Canada falling short on defense spending, F-35 review, Pentagon official says
Business|Economy|Political|World

UAW urges tougher labor rules in US-Canada-Mexico trade talks

United Auto Workers leaders called for stronger pay standards and mandates that carmakers build where they sell, ahead of Washington's upcoming talks on a new

UAW urges tougher labor rules in US-Canada-Mexico trade talks
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Political|US|World

Epstein’s longtime assistant accused three previously unknown abusers connected to him, Oversight chair says

Epstein’s longtime assistant accused three previously unknown abusers connected to him, Oversight chair says

Epstein’s longtime assistant accused three previously unknown abusers connected to him, Oversight chair says
Crime|Political|US|World

Charges dropped against activists in Chicago immigration crackdown amid grand jury misconduct claims

All charges against four activists who protested outside a federal building during last year’s immigration crackdown in Chicago have been dropped in an unusual hearing where a top federal prosecutor appeared to acknowledge grand jury misconduct by his office

Charges dropped against activists in Chicago immigration crackdown amid grand jury misconduct claims
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Backlash to Trump's $1.8B settlement fund delays GOP immigration bill

Senate Republicans have departed Washington for the Memorial Day recess without voting on a roughly $70 billion bill to fund immigration enforcement agencies

Backlash to Trump's $1.8B settlement fund delays GOP immigration bill
Business|Crime|Economy|Health|Political

‘Mastermind’ of $250M Minnesota theft scheme gets 500-month prison sentence as feds charge more people with fraud

‘Mastermind’ of $250M Minnesota theft scheme gets 500-month prison sentence as feds charge more people with fraud

‘Mastermind’ of $250M Minnesota theft scheme gets 500-month prison sentence as feds charge more people with fraud
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|US|World

Minnesota hunger non-profit leader gets 41 years in prison for $250 million fraud scheme

The leader of a Minnesota non-profit group was sentenced to 41 years in prison on Thursday after she was convicted last year of being the ringleader of a $250 million scheme to

Minnesota hunger non-profit leader gets 41 years in prison for $250 million fraud scheme
Europe|Political|World

Lukashenko says Belarus will not be dragged into Ukraine war, but will defend itself with Russia

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko on Thursday dismissed any notion that Belarus would be dragged into the Ukraine war, but said Russia and Belarus would jointly

Lukashenko says Belarus will not be dragged into Ukraine war, but will defend itself with Russia
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US and Iran still at odds on key issues, but both sides report signs of progress

The U.S. and Iran stuck to opposing stances on Thursday over Tehran's uranium stockpile and controls on the Strait of Hormuz,

US and Iran still at odds on key issues, but both sides report signs of progress
Crime|Political|US|World

US drops case against protesters of Chicago immigration blitz

Chicago U.S.

US drops case against protesters of Chicago immigration blitz
Business|Crime|Education|Health|Political|World

Texas board faults Camp Mystic leader for inaction during deadly flood

A Texas board has suspended the nursing license of Camp Mystic’s co-director in a scathing order that accuses her of not helping children evacuate during last year’s catastrophic floods

Texas board faults Camp Mystic leader for inaction during deadly flood
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|Technology|World

Free speech or race-baiting? Tennessee shooting stirs debate over livestreamer's approach

A Tennessee judge has set a $1 million bond for a white livestreamer charged with attempted murder for allegedly shooting and wounding a Black man

Free speech or race-baiting? Tennessee shooting stirs debate over livestreamer's approach
Americas|Crime|Political|World

US and Mexico pledge ongoing joint security efforts during DHS Secretary Mullin visit

Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum said that she and the U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin agreed to maintain bilateral cooperation rooted in mutual respect

US and Mexico pledge ongoing joint security efforts during DHS Secretary Mullin visit
Election|Political|US

Facing intense internal pressure, DNC releases postelection autopsy that criticizes Kamala Harris

Democratic National Committee Chair Ken Martin has released a critical study of the party’s performance in the 2024 campaign

Facing intense internal pressure, DNC releases postelection autopsy that criticizes Kamala Harris
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

UN council urged to use 'every means at its disposal' to press Hamas to disarm

The official overseeing the U.S.-brokered ceasefire in Gaza is urging the U.N. Security Council to use “every means at its disposal” to press Hamas to disarm

UN council urged to use 'every means at its disposal' to press Hamas to disarm
Crime|Political|World

Trump’s 2024 campaign discussed an ‘anti-weaponization’ fund. They didn’t know where to get the money — until now

Trump’s 2024 campaign discussed an ‘anti-weaponization’ fund. They didn’t know where to get the money — until now

Trump’s 2024 campaign discussed an ‘anti-weaponization’ fund. They didn’t know where to get the money — until now
Arts|Political|US|World

Key federal agency approves the design plan for Trump's Washington arch

President Donald Trump says it’s “fantastic” that a key federal agency approved the design for the triumphal arch he wants to build at an entrance to the nation’s capital

Key federal agency approves the design plan for Trump's Washington arch
Business|Education|Political|Sports

CEO of NIL enforcement reminds frustrated schools: These are your rules, we just enforce them

While frustration mounts across big-time college sports, the leader of the agency formed to police NIL payments has a simple reminder: These are the rules you wrote

CEO of NIL enforcement reminds frustrated schools: These are your rules, we just enforce them
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Democrats release ‘autopsy’ on 2024 US election loss but reject findings

Bowing to pressure from within its ranks, the Democratic National Committee released on Thursday its long‑withheld “autopsy” of Kamala Harris’ loss to Donald Trump in

Democrats release ‘autopsy’ on 2024 US election loss but reject findings
Africa|Environment|Health|Political|World

Ebola case confirmed in rebel-held Congo area far from outbreak's epicentre

A case of Ebola has been confirmed in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo's South Kivu province, hundreds of kilometres from the

Ebola case confirmed in rebel-held Congo area far from outbreak's epicentre
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

US says removal of UN expert Albanese from sanctions list is not a policy change

The U.S. decision to remove Francesca ​Albanese, a U.N. expert on the ‌Palestinian territories, from a list of sanctioned individuals is temporary and does not reflect a policy

US says removal of UN expert Albanese from sanctions list is not a policy change
Business|Political|US|World

US Senate abandons Trump immigration enforcement funding deadline, Republican senators say

The U.S. Senate is abandoning President Donald Trump's June 1 deadline for passing immigration enforcement funding, Republican senators said on Thursday.

US Senate abandons Trump immigration enforcement funding deadline, Republican senators say
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World

Trump calls off AI executive order over concern it could weaken US tech edge

President Donald Trump has called off plans to sign a new executive order on artificial intelligence hours before an expected White House ceremony

Trump calls off AI executive order over concern it could weaken US tech edge
Political|US|World

Trump and Netanyahu diverge on Iran war’s future in tense phone call

Trump and Netanyahu diverge on Iran war’s future in tense phone call

Trump and Netanyahu diverge on Iran war’s future in tense phone call
Crime|Political|World

Indictment of former Cuban president includes 5 fighter jet pilots involved in 1996 plane downings

Federal authorities in the United States have charged former Cuban President Raúl Castro and five fighter pilots in the 1996 downing of civilian planes operated by Miami-based exiles

Indictment of former Cuban president includes 5 fighter jet pilots involved in 1996 plane downings
Economy|Political|Sports|World

New York City residents will get a chance to purchase $50 World Cup tickets

Some lucky New York City residents will soon get a chance to snag cheap seats to this summer’s high-priced World Cup

New York City residents will get a chance to purchase $50 World Cup tickets
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|Science|Technology|US

Trump eases refrigerant rule in a bid to address surging grocery costs

The Trump administration is loosening a federal rule that requires grocery stores and air-conditioning companies to reduce greenhouse gases used in cooling equipment

Trump eases refrigerant rule in a bid to address surging grocery costs
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Board of Peace envoy warns UN that Gaza division risks becoming permanent

The Board of Peace's lead envoy for Gaza warned the U.N.

Board of Peace envoy warns UN that Gaza division risks becoming permanent
Business|Economy|Political|Science|World

Trump vows U.S. will retrieve uranium from Iran

President Donald Trump vowed on Thursday that the United States will eventually recover Iran's stockpile of highly enriched uranium despite comments from Iran that it

Trump vows U.S. will retrieve uranium from Iran
Economy|Political|World

Iran propaganda push seeks to project unity despite internal divisions

Iran's leaders are splashing propaganda posters across Tehran boasting of national unity and victory over a global superpower, just months

Iran propaganda push seeks to project unity despite internal divisions
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Political|Technology|World

US HHS launches AI initiative to detect fraud and waste in health programs

The U.S.

US HHS launches AI initiative to detect fraud and waste in health programs
Crime|Education|Political|World

Supreme Court dismisses Alabama's bid to execute inmate with borderline intellectual disability

A divided Supreme Court has dismissed Alabama’s bid to be allowed to execute a convicted murderer who was found by lower courts to be intellectually disabled

Supreme Court dismisses Alabama's bid to execute inmate with borderline intellectual disability
MidEast|Political|World

Israeli security minister who taunted flotilla activists has a record of extreme actions

Israel's far-right national security minister has sparked global outrage after promoting a video of himself taunting activists from a flotilla to Gaza who were detained by his police force

Israeli security minister who taunted flotilla activists has a record of extreme actions
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Travel|US

More than 200 Coloradans buried in Lafayette Cemetery missing from city records

More than 200 Coloradans buried in Lafayette Cemetery missing from city records

More than 200 Coloradans buried in Lafayette Cemetery missing from city records
Arts|Entertainment|Political|World

Trump arch moves ahead — but monument loses eight feet and four lions

Trump arch moves ahead — but monument loses eight feet and four lions

Trump arch moves ahead — but monument loses eight feet and four lions
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|MidEast|Political|World

UN gravely concerned by an Afghan Taliban law that has provisions on child marriage

The United Nations has criticized a new Afghan law on separation in marriage, saying it entrenches discrimination against women and girls

UN gravely concerned by an Afghan Taliban law that has provisions on child marriage
Political|Sports|World

$50 World Cup tickets? Zohran Mamdani announces discounted seats for lucky New Yorkers

$50 World Cup tickets? Zohran Mamdani announces discounted seats for lucky New Yorkers

$50 World Cup tickets? Zohran Mamdani announces discounted seats for lucky New Yorkers
Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

Mother of New Orleans boy killed by alligator pushing for DCFS records to stay confidential

Mother of New Orleans boy killed by alligator pushing for DCFS records to stay confidential

Mother of New Orleans boy killed by alligator pushing for DCFS records to stay confidential
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

U.S. Senate Republicans meet with AG Blanche on Trump fund

Senate Republicans were meeting with Acting U.S.

U.S. Senate Republicans meet with AG Blanche on Trump fund
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Israel deports 37 French nationals on Gaza flotilla to Turkey, France says

Israeli authorities are currently deporting 37 French nationals who were part of the group of activists on board a Gaza-bound aid flotilla to Turkey, France's Foreign

Israel deports 37 French nationals on Gaza flotilla to Turkey, France says
Political|Science|World

Supreme Leader says enriched uranium must stay in Iran, Iranian sources say

Iran's Supreme Leader has issued a directive that the country's near-weapons-grade uranium should not be sent abroad, two senior Iranian

Supreme Leader says enriched uranium must stay in Iran, Iranian sources say
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

US Supreme Court deals setback to cruise operators over Cuba confiscations

By Jan Wolfe WASHINGTON, May 21 - The U.S.

US Supreme Court deals setback to cruise operators over Cuba confiscations
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|World

Turkey court rules to oust opposition leader in latest blow to Erdogan's challengers

A Turkish court effectively ousted the main opposition leader Ozgur Ozel on Thursday, annulling the 2023 party congress that elected

Turkey court rules to oust opposition leader in latest blow to Erdogan's challengers
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Oil prices close 2% lower on uncertain prospects for US-Iran deal

Oil prices were volatile on Thursday, ultimately settling about 2% lower as uncertainty over prospects for resolving the U.S.-Israeli

Oil prices close 2% lower on uncertain prospects for US-Iran deal
Crime|Political|US

Blanche insists violent conduct will be weighed when applying for new anti-weaponization fund payouts

Blanche insists violent conduct will be weighed when applying for new anti-weaponization fund payouts

Blanche insists violent conduct will be weighed when applying for new anti-weaponization fund payouts
Business|Political|Science|Technology

White House postpones executive order on AI

White House postpones executive order on AI

White House postpones executive order on AI
Crime|Political|US|World

Divided Supreme Court decision bars Alabama from executing an inmate who may be intellectually disabled

Divided Supreme Court decision bars Alabama from executing an inmate who may be intellectually disabled

Divided Supreme Court decision bars Alabama from executing an inmate who may be intellectually disabled
Economy|Environment|Political|US

Former Detroit Mayor Duggan cites toxic political climate, suspending his run for Michigan governor

Former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan says he is suspending his campaign for Michigan governor, citing an increasingly “toxic” political climate due to President Donald Trump’s war with Iran and skyrocketing gas prices

Former Detroit Mayor Duggan cites toxic political climate, suspending his run for Michigan governor
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Political|Science|Technology

Trump is rolling back Biden-era regulations on refrigerants. But it’s unlikely to save consumers money

Trump is rolling back Biden-era regulations on refrigerants. But it’s unlikely to save consumers money

Trump is rolling back Biden-era regulations on refrigerants. But it’s unlikely to save consumers money
Europe|Political|World

Russia holds nuclear drills on land, sea and air, joined by its ally Belarus

Trucks carrying intercontinental ballistic missiles rumbled over forest roads, submarines set sail from Arctic and Pacific ports, and crews scrambled into warplanes as Russia and neighboring Belarus held the final stage of their joint nuclear drills

Russia holds nuclear drills on land, sea and air, joined by its ally Belarus
Health|Political|Science|World

American doctor with Ebola now in isolation ward in Germany; death toll rises to 139

Countries around the world are scrambling to stop a rapidly spreading Ebola outbreak that has killed at least 139 people. One American doctor is isolated and two other American doctors are being monitored. Fred Pleitgen reports on OutFront.

American doctor with Ebola now in isolation ward in Germany; death toll rises to 139
Economy|Europe|Political|Sports|World

Berlin OKs bid to rehost Olympics on or after 100th anniversary of 1936 Games under the Nazis

Berlin’s state parliament has given the go-ahead for the city’s bid to rehost the Olympic Games on or after the 100th anniversary of the 1936 Games staged by the Nazis

Berlin OKs bid to rehost Olympics on or after 100th anniversary of 1936 Games under the Nazis
Health|Political|World

Lebanese bury victims of deadliest Israeli strike since ceasefire

Mourners gathered in a southern Lebanese town on Thursday to bury victims from an Israeli airstrike earlier this week that killed 14 people, the

Lebanese bury victims of deadliest Israeli strike since ceasefire
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Outrage grows after Israeli minister mocks Gaza flotilla activists

Western governments voiced outrage on Thursday after Israel’s far-right security minister posted a video of himself taunting Gaza-bound flotilla activists

Outrage grows after Israeli minister mocks Gaza flotilla activists
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Wall St opens lower as oil jumps on renewed Mideast concerns

Wall Street's main indexes opened lower on Thursday as oil prices surged following a Reuters report that Iran's Supreme ‌Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei ordered the country's near

Wall St opens lower as oil jumps on renewed Mideast concerns
Business|Political|Travel|World

Supreme Court revives damages suit against cruise ship companies that docked in Cuba

Supreme Court revives damages suit against cruise ship companies that docked in Cuba

Supreme Court revives damages suit against cruise ship companies that docked in Cuba
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

United Nations' top court says right to strike is protected by a key labor treaty

The United Nations’ top court has issued a landmark advisory opinion that says the right to strike is protected by a cornerstone labor treaty

United Nations' top court says right to strike is protected by a key labor treaty
Political|Science|Technology|World

Russia flexes nuclear muscles as tensions rise with NATO

Russia launched nuclear-capable missiles and issued nuclear munitions to some units on Thursday as part of major nuclear

Russia flexes nuclear muscles as tensions rise with NATO
Business|Economy|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

India's 'Cockroach' group goes viral, spotlights Gen Z worries

By Saurabh Sharma and Krishna N.

India's 'Cockroach' group goes viral, spotlights Gen Z worries
Europe|Political|World

Queen Elizabeth II was eager for ex-Prince Andrew to become trade envoy, documents show

Documents reveal Queen Elizabeth II was eager for her second son, Andrew, to become Britain's trade envoy in 2001

Queen Elizabeth II was eager for ex-Prince Andrew to become trade envoy, documents show
Arts|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Opinion|Political|Science|Technology

Nonprofit fraud: Amid high-profile prosecutions, an accountant explains what’s really going on

The responsibility for policing nonprofits generally falls to state attorneys general, rather than federal authorities.

Nonprofit fraud: Amid high-profile prosecutions, an accountant explains what’s really going on
Arts|Entertainment|Political

Stephen Colbert's long goodbye is coming to an end, leaving a void

Stephen Colbert's run on “The Late Show” ends Thursday, marking the conclusion of his on-air feud with President Donald Trump

Stephen Colbert's long goodbye is coming to an end, leaving a void
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Science

The US Constitution and laws do not protect oil companies from being sued over the harm they cause to the climate

Calls for the Supreme Court to give fossil fuel companies immunity from liability for climate-related damage misreads the Constitution, precedent and the role of courts.

The US Constitution and laws do not protect oil companies from being sued over the harm they cause to the climate
Arts|Entertainment|Opinion|Political

5 reasons Stephen Colbert is one of the most important satirists in American history

The greatest satirists do more than expose hypocrisy. They reshape how citizens understand power and civic responsibility.

5 reasons Stephen Colbert is one of the most important satirists in American history
Asia|Business|Political|World

Kremlin dismisses report that China covertly trained Russian soldiers for Ukraine

The Kremlin on Thursday dismissed as false a Reuters report that China's army secretly trained about 200 Russian soldiers in China late last year, some of whom went on to

Kremlin dismisses report that China covertly trained Russian soldiers for Ukraine
Education|Health|Political|Science|US|World

Families weigh moves with gender-affirming care access under assault in US

Confronted with Trump Administration threats to gender-affirming care for young transgender people, American families are weighing moves out of their states to gain

Families weigh moves with gender-affirming care access under assault in US
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Sterling steady but weak business activity data weighs

The pound was steady against the dollar on Thursday as broader currency markets focused on developments in the Iran war, while traders digested some worse-

Sterling steady but weak business activity data weighs
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Countries condemn Israeli minister's treatment of Gaza flotilla activists

Israel faced mounting international criticism after its national security minister released a video showing detained Gaza flotilla activists kneeling with their

Countries condemn Israeli minister's treatment of Gaza flotilla activists
Education|Opinion|Political|World

The ‘warrior ethos’ promises victory — history says it leads to defeat

Loyalty outranks expertise, and reality bends to the leader’s word. From Nazi Germany to Imperial Japan, fascist war machines collapse on the same contradictions.

The ‘warrior ethos’ promises victory — history says it leads to defeat
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Philippines vows to arrest fugitive senator wanted by ICC 'without delay' 

The Philippines' National Bureau of Investigation said on Thursday it

Philippines vows to arrest fugitive senator wanted by ICC 'without delay' 
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Malaysia orders TikTok to explain 'grossly offensive' fake content targeting king

Malaysia's Communications and Multimedia Commission has ordered TikTok to explain and address its failure to act swiftly against offensive and fake content targeting the royal institution

Malaysia orders TikTok to explain 'grossly offensive' fake content targeting king
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Andrew was not vetted for controversial UK trade envoy role that was late Queen’s ‘wish,’ files show

Andrew was not vetted for controversial UK trade envoy role that was late Queen’s ‘wish,’ files show

Andrew was not vetted for controversial UK trade envoy role that was late Queen’s ‘wish,’ files show
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Democratic senators raise alarm over foreign investment in Paramount, Warner Bros merger

A group of six Democratic senators have expressed serious concerns about planned foreign ownership interests, including from Gulf sovereign wealth

Democratic senators raise alarm over foreign investment in Paramount, Warner Bros merger
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Europe faces a Ukrainian drone problem as Kyiv targets Russian oil exports

Ukrainian drones have recently caused concern by entering Baltic airspace, leading to tensions with NATO countries

Europe faces a Ukrainian drone problem as Kyiv targets Russian oil exports
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Euro zone growth set to slow in 2026 as Middle East conflict fuels inflation

The euro zone economy will slow in 2026 after war in the Middle East triggered the second energy shock in less than five years with the severity of

Euro zone growth set to slow in 2026 as Middle East conflict fuels inflation
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Russia says it will support Cuba as U.S. tightens the 'noose'

Russia said on Thursday that it would provide active support to Cuba despite attempts by the United States to intimidate and tighten the "sanctions noose" around the

Russia says it will support Cuba as U.S. tightens the 'noose'
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Trump administration seeks to supercharge US AI exports with billions in financing, document shows

The Trump administration on Thursday plans to launch a new program to entice foreign firms to buy U.S.

Trump administration seeks to supercharge US AI exports with billions in financing, document shows
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Ukrainian drones strike Russia's Syzran oil refinery, Kyiv says

Ukrainian drones struck Russia's Rosneft-owned Syzran oil refinery in Samara region overnight, Ukrainian military and President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Thursday.

Ukrainian drones strike Russia's Syzran oil refinery, Kyiv says
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Ukraine says its drones hit another refinery deep inside Russia as long-range strikes escalate

Ukrainian drones have struck another Russian refinery, igniting a fire and producing massive black smoke

Ukraine says its drones hit another refinery deep inside Russia as long-range strikes escalate
Crime|Election|Political|US

First on CNN: James Talarico endorses in House runoff to try to block Democrat who made antisemitic remarks

First on CNN: James Talarico endorses in House runoff to try to block Democrat who made antisemitic remarks

First on CNN: James Talarico endorses in House runoff to try to block Democrat who made antisemitic remarks
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Iran rebuilding military industrial base faster than expected, CNN reports

Iran has already restarted some of its drone production during the six-week ceasefire that began in early April, CNN reported on Thursday, citing two sources familiar with U.S.

Iran rebuilding military industrial base faster than expected, CNN reports
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China opposes US murder charges against Cuban former president

China said on Thursday it firmly opposes the United States "abusing judicial means" and pressuring Cuba after Washington charged former Cuban President Raul Castro for

China opposes US murder charges against Cuban former president
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Ukraine must be precise with drones, Polish minister says

Ukraine must be very precise when using drones to avoid Russia interfering with their flight path, the Polish defence minister said on Thursday, after a series of airspace

Ukraine must be precise with drones, Polish minister says
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Syria's Sharaa to attend G7 summit in France, sources say

Syria will attend the G7 summit in France next month as a guest nation and be represented by President Ahmed al-Sharaa, three sources familiar with the matter said,

Syria's Sharaa to attend G7 summit in France, sources say