Ukraine’s capital Kyiv hit by massive missile, drone attack
Suspect dies after trading gunfire with officers near White House, Secret Service says
China to send astronaut on year-long space mission as it eyes 2030 moon landing
Britain's navy prepares to clear mines in the Strait of Hormuz while waiting for a peace deal
Ehlers' OT goal lifts Hurricanes past Canadiens in Game 2 of Eastern Conference Final
Life of A Basketball Fan: Taylor Swift attends Cavs-Knicks in Cleveland with fiance Travis Kelce
Si Woo Kim hangs on to Byron Nelson lead and has Scottie Scheffler and Wyndham Clark chasing
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US drops case against protesters of Chicago immigration blitz
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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
May 22, 2026
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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
May 21, 2026
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
May 22, 2026
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
May 21, 2026
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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
May 22, 2026
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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
May 22, 2026
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
May 21, 2026
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
May 22, 2026
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
May 22, 2026
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
May 21, 2026
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
May 22, 2026
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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.
May 21, 2026
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
May 21, 2026
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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
May 21, 2026
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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
May 22, 2026
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
May 21, 2026
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
May 21, 2026
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.
May 21, 2026
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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
May 21, 2026
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
May 21, 2026
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US HHS launches AI initiative to detect fraud and waste in health programs
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May 21, 2026
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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
May 21, 2026
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
May 21, 2026
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More than 200 Coloradans buried in Lafayette Cemetery missing from city records
More than 200 Coloradans buried in Lafayette Cemetery missing from city records
May 22, 2026
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Trump arch moves ahead — but monument loses eight feet and four lions
Trump arch moves ahead — but monument loses eight feet and four lions
May 21, 2026
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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
May 21, 2026
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$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
May 21, 2026
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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
May 21, 2026
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U.S. Senate Republicans meet with AG Blanche on Trump fund
Senate Republicans were meeting with Acting U.S.
May 21, 2026
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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
May 21, 2026
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
May 21, 2026
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US Supreme Court deals setback to cruise operators over Cuba confiscations
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May 21, 2026
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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
May 21, 2026
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
May 21, 2026
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
May 21, 2026
Business|Political|Science|Technology
White House postpones executive order on AI
White House postpones executive order on AI
May 21, 2026
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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
May 21, 2026
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
May 21, 2026
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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
May 21, 2026
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
May 21, 2026
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.
May 20, 2026
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
May 21, 2026
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
May 21, 2026
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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
May 21, 2026
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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
May 21, 2026
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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
May 21, 2026
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
May 21, 2026
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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
May 21, 2026
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India's 'Cockroach' group goes viral, spotlights Gen Z worries
By Saurabh Sharma and Krishna N.
May 21, 2026
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
May 21, 2026
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.
May 21, 2026
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
May 20, 2026
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.
May 21, 2026
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.
May 20, 2026
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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
May 21, 2026
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
May 21, 2026
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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-
May 21, 2026
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
May 21, 2026
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.
May 21, 2026
Asia|Crime|Political|World
Philippines vows to arrest fugitive senator wanted by ICC 'without delay'
The Philippines' National Bureau of Investigation said on Thursday it
May 21, 2026
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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
May 21, 2026
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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
May 21, 2026
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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
May 21, 2026
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
May 21, 2026
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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
May 21, 2026
Americas|Crime|Political|World
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
May 21, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World
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.
May 21, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
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.
May 21, 2026
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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
May 21, 2026
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
May 21, 2026
Business|Political|Technology|World
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.
May 21, 2026
Asia|Crime|Political|World
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
May 21, 2026
Business|Crime|Europe|Political|World
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
May 21, 2026
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
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,
May 21, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
UK government to release papers related to former Prince Andrew's appointment as trade envoy
The U.K. government is set to release confidential papers related to the former Prince Andrew’s appointment as trade envoy
May 21, 2026
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World
Blanche receives standing ovation after indictment announcement
The Trump administration has secured criminal charges against former Cuban President Raúl Castro, mounting pressure on an already tense relationship between the two Cold War foes.
May 20, 2026
Asia|Political|World
Myanmar military recaptures 2 strategic border towns from ethnic militias
Myanmar’s military-backed government says it has regained control of two towns near the country’s borders with India and Thailand
May 21, 2026
Political|Technology|World
Iran rebuilding military industrial base faster than expected, already producing drones, according to US intel
Iran rebuilding military industrial base faster than expected, already producing drones, according to US intel
May 21, 2026
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World
This hard-line Iranian general is a major player in talks with US over war
A hard-line Iranian general linked to notorious attacks at home and abroad is believed to have seized a place near the center of power as negotiations with the United States hang in the balance
May 21, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
A year on from Washington museum attack, two women battle with survivor’s guilt
A year on from Washington museum attack, two women battle with survivor’s guilt
May 21, 2026
Crime|Economy|Health|Political|World
Eswatini quickly embraced Trump's deportee program despite doubts over legality
Upon learning through the U.S. embassy that President Donald Trump was looking for African nations to take in deported third-country migrants, Eswatini was one
May 21, 2026
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World
Hungary's ruling Tisza party moves to limit prime ministerial terms
Hungary's ruling Tisza party submitted a constitutional amendment to parliament late on Wednesday that would allow prime ministers to serve for a maximum of eight years
May 21, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
EU's Costa 'appalled' by Israeli minister's treatment of flotilla members
European Council President Antonio Costa on Thursday said he was "appalled" by the treatment of aid flotilla members attempting to enter Gaza by Israeli Minister Ben-Gvir.
May 21, 2026
Asia|Crime|Political|World
Philippines vows to arrest fugitive senator wanted by ICC
The Philippine justice minister on Thursday ordered law enforcement to apprehend a senator wanted by the International Criminal Court
May 21, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Montenegro at 20: After breaking with Serbia and joining NATO, EU is the next frontier
Montenegro marks 20 years of independence from a union with Serbia this week, celebrating a two-decade transformation that has already brought the Balkan country into NATO
May 21, 2026
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Video showing far-right Israeli minister taunting Gaza flotilla activists sparks global outcry
Video showing far-right Israeli minister taunting Gaza flotilla activists sparks global outcry
May 21, 2026
Election|Political|US|World
Trump's false claims about the 2020 election are casting a shadow over Georgia's GOP runoffs
President Donald Trump's repeated false claims about his 2020 election loss is almost certain to play a role in Georgia's four-week runoff campaign as Republican voters choose nominees for governor, secretary of state and the U.S. Senate
May 21, 2026
Asia|Business|Political|World
South Korea, US held talks on revising management of fortified North Korea border
South Korea and the U.S. discussed potential changes in how parts of the heavily fortified border with North Korea are managed at recent defence talks in Washington, Seoul's
May 21, 2026
Asia|Economy|Political|World
Taiwan says President Lai would be happy to talk to Trump
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te would be happy to speak with U.S.
May 21, 2026
Asia|Political|World
South Korea says nationals held by Israel released after Gaza aid vessel seizure
South Korea's presidential Blue House said on Thursday that some of its nationals who had been in held in Israeli custody had been released.
May 21, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Germany's Merz pitches 'associate' EU membership for Ukraine
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has proposed giving Ukraine a direct role in European Union structures as an interim step to EU membership that he said could help
May 21, 2026
Americas|Europe|Political|Travel|World
In many ways, Brits admire the US. But as America hits 250, they say one man defines it: Trump
Britons are cool on America and baffled by President Donald Trump as the former colonies celebrate their 250th year of independence
May 21, 2026
Celebrity|Health|Lifestyle|Political
Vanessa Trump reveals she has been diagnosed with breast cancer
Vanessa Trump reveals she has been diagnosed with breast cancer
May 21, 2026
Asia|Political|World
China's Xi may visit North Korea as early as next week, Yonhap reports
Chinese President Xi Jinping may visit North Korea as early as next week and will try to act as a mediator between North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and U.S.
May 21, 2026
MidEast|Political|World
Trump administration pressures Palestinian UN envoy to drop General Assembly vice presidency bid
President Donald Trump's administration threatened to revoke the visas of the Palestinian delegation to the United Nations if the Palestinian ambassador
May 21, 2026
Business|Economy|Election|Political|World
How Trump's revenge tour against Republicans could cost the party in November
Sixteen months into his second presidency, Donald Trump may be as unpopular as he's ever been among the American electorate – but his grip
May 21, 2026
Political|Science|Technology|World
Trump to sign order on AI oversight as security fears mount among supporters
U.S.
May 21, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World
Pentagon official's Beijing visit in doubt over $14 billion US arms package for Taiwan, FT reports
Beijing is holding up a proposed visit by the Pentagon's under-secretary of defence for policy, Elbridge Colby, as China pressures U.S.
May 21, 2026
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Iran war injects fresh urgency into Modi’s ‘Wed in India’ campaign
Iran war injects fresh urgency into Modi’s ‘Wed in India’ campaign
May 21, 2026
Health|Political|Science|US|World
RFK Jr. terminates heads of preventive services task force amid overhaul
RFK Jr. terminates heads of preventive services task force amid overhaul
May 21, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World
'I'm not greedy': January 6 rioters and Trump allies eye $1.8 billion 'weaponization' fund
Since President Donald Trump's administration announced the creation of a $1.776 billion fund for Americans deemed to be victims of political "
May 21, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
Former DOJ lawyer charged with theft of unreleased report on Trump documents case
A former U.S.
May 21, 2026
Environment|Political|Science|World
UN backs world court climate opinion; U.S. among few to oppose
The United Nations General Assembly on Wednesday voted 141-8 to adopt a resolution backing a world court opinion that countries have a legal
May 21, 2026
Crime|Economy|Political|US
Trump's $1.776 billion 'weaponization' fund sparks outrage, but court challenges will be tough
Opponents of President Donald Trump's sweeping legal settlement with the U.S.
May 21, 2026
Crime|Political|Technology|US|World
US military surveillance blimp supporting CBP is lost at the southern border, wreckage found in Mexico
US military surveillance blimp supporting CBP is lost at the southern border, wreckage found in Mexico
May 21, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
US raises pressure on Cuba with indictment of former leader as island's president condemns charges
Federal prosecutors have announced charges against former Cuban President Raúl Castro in the 1996 downing of civilian planes operated by Miami-based exiles
May 20, 2026
Crime|Political|World
What to know about the US indictment of former Cuban President Raúl Castro
Former Cuban President Raúl Castro has been charged in a U.S. indictment with murder and other crimes for his alleged role in the downing of two civilian aircraft operated by Miami-based exiles in 1996 off the coast of the Caribbean island
May 21, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|Travel
House committee discusses modernizing the TSA as Trump seeks to privatize airport screening
A House committee has discussed the future of the Transportation Security Administration as the Trump administration lobbies to replace TSA officers with private contractors
May 21, 2026
Health|Political|Science|World
RFK Jr. fires leaders of group that sets guidelines for preventive health screenings
The Trump administration has fired the two leaders of an influential health group that determines when insurance must provide free preventive care like mammograms for millions of Americans
May 21, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World
One GOP congressman is vowing to end Trump’s $1.8 billion compensation fund for allies
One GOP congressman is vowing to end Trump’s $1.8 billion compensation fund for allies
May 21, 2026
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World
White House briefs AI firms on plans for model review, the Information reports
The White House's Office of the National Cyber Director hosted a briefing for leading AI companies on a planned executive order that would empower intelligence and other government
May 21, 2026
Political|US|World
US Republican senator says Trump ballroom funding removed from spending bill
U.S.
May 21, 2026
Americas|Crime|Economy|Political|US|World
US charges Raúl Castro with murder as Trump escalates pressure on Cuba
The United States announced murder charges against former Cuban President Raúl Castro on Wednesday, a major escalation in
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World
Trump nominee vows to press Seoul on its $350 billion pledge
President Donald Trump's nominee to be the U.S. ambassador to South Korea vowed on Wednesday to press South Korea to learn where
May 21, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Zelenskiy says Ukraine discussed sanctions on Russia with Britain
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Wednesday that Ukraine had been in contact with Britain on Wednesday, having sent signals on the "sensitive" issue of sanctions on Russia, with
May 21, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
Trump says willing to wait for a few days to get 'right answer' on Iran peace deal
U.S.
May 20, 2026
Americas|Economy|Political|World
Bolivia plans cabinet shakeup amid protests, dismisses Colombian ambassador
Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz on Wednesday said that he would reshuffle his cabinet in response to weeks of nationwide protests over austerity measures , while his
May 20, 2026
Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World
US removes UN expert Francesca Albanese from sanctions list
The United States has removed Francesca Albanese, a U.N. expert on the Palestinian territories, from its list of sanctioned individuals, according to the U.S.
May 21, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
Ex-prosecutor charged with sending to herself copy of Smith report on Trump classified files probe
A former federal prosecutor is facing federal charges over allegations that she sent a report detailing Jack Smith’s investigation into President Donald Trump’s hoarding of classified documents to her personal email account, despite a judge’s order to keep it secret
May 20, 2026
Environment|Political|World
UN votes to support strong action on climate change despite US efforts to thwart the effort
The U.N. General Assembly has voted overwhelmingly to support strong action to prevent climate change despite recent diplomatic efforts by the United States to have the measure withdrawn
May 21, 2026
Arts|Crime|Political|Technology|World
Florida prosecutor charged with emailing herself the most sought-after documents from Jack Smith’s Trump investigation
Florida prosecutor charged with emailing herself the most sought-after documents from Jack Smith’s Trump investigation
May 21, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US
Trump has long kept his tax returns secret. He says that might change now, after IRS deal
President Donald Trump's legal team has reached a deal with the Justice Department to drop tax claims against him, his family and associates
May 21, 2026
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US
The Latest: US indicts former Cuban President Raúl Castro over 1996 downing of planes
Federal prosecutors on Wednesday charged former Cuban President Raúl Castro with ordering the 1996 shootdown of civilian planes operated by Miami-based exiles, a major escalation of pressure by the Trump administration on the socialist government
May 20, 2026
Crime|Health|Political|Sports|World
Atlanta launches anti-human trafficking campaign ahead of World Cup
Atlanta launches anti-human trafficking campaign ahead of World Cup
May 21, 2026
Political
Democrat "angered" & "saddened" by Republican's primary loss
After working together to force the release of the Epstein files, Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna speaks about Republican Rep. Thomas Massie's primary loss.
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Iran seeking mechanism with Oman over Hormuz, foreign ministry spokesperson says
Iran is seeking to establish a mechanism with Oman to ensure sustainable security in the Strait of Hormuz, Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei told state TV
May 20, 2026
Americas|Economy|Political|World
US Democrats push to rein in Trump on Cuba as White House steps up pressure
A group of Democratic U.S. senators introduced a resolution to stop President Donald Trump from using the military against Cuba on Wednesday, as his
May 20, 2026
Crime|Economy|Political|World
Who is Raul Castro, the Cuban leader facing a US indictment?
Former Cuban President Raul Castro, the 94-year-old brother of revolutionary leader Fidel Castro, has been indicted by the United States in connection with Cuba's deadly 1996
May 16, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
Police officers who guarded Capitol sue to block Trump's $1.8 billion 'slush fund'
Two police officers who defended the U.S.
May 20, 2026
Crime|Economy|Political|US|World
Republicans mull dropping $1 billion security money request for the White House and Trump's ballroom
Republican senators are considering dropping a proposal for $1 billion in security money for the White House complex and President Donald Trump’s ballroom after it has failed to win enough party support on Capitol Hill
May 21, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Turkey's Erdogan tells Trump issues with Iran can be resolved, Ankara says
Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan told U.S.
May 21, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
EU Commission finds treatment of Gaza flotilla activists unacceptable
The European Commission found the treatment of the Gaza flotilla activists shown in a video released by Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir is "completely
May 21, 2026
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World
US military boards Iranian-flagged oil tanker suspected of trying to breach blockade
The U.S. military says it boarded an Iranian-flagged commercial oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman that was suspected of trying to violate the American blockade
May 20, 2026
Health|Political|World
Colorado Supreme Court orders hospital to resume gender affirming care for transgender minors
Colorado Supreme Court orders hospital to resume gender affirming care for transgender minors
May 21, 2026
Business|Economy|Education|Opinion|Political|World
When a president settles his own lawsuit to create a fund for allies, fundamental questions about justice arise
Donald Trump’s suit against the IRS and the settlement creating a $1.776 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund to compensate his allies raise important moral and constitutional issues.
May 21, 2026
Americas|Crime|Political|Technology|World
Brazil's Lula adds pressure on big techs by increasing their liability for illegal user content
Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva signed two decrees on Wednesday to add pressure on big tech companies by making them liable for illegal content shared by its users and opening way for investigations through a government body on their response to such cases
May 21, 2026
Education|Political|World
Trump tells Coast Guard graduates they will 'be tested' in their military careers
President Donald Trump has returned to the U.S. Coast Guard Academy to give the commencement address at the Connecticut school
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US
House passes housing affordability bill that softens institutional investor ban
House passes housing affordability bill that softens institutional investor ban
May 21, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
Raúl Castro indicted in a prosecution that has been in the works for 3 decades
Raúl Castro indicted in a prosecution that has been in the works for 3 decades
May 20, 2026
Crime|Political|World
Netanyahu scolds Israeli security minister for releasing videos taunting detained flotilla activists
Israel’s national security minister has drawn a sharp rebuke from his boss and triggered a backlash abroad after he released videos taunting detained activists from a flotilla that tried to reach Gaza
May 20, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
Cuba's foreign minister calls critical White House statement "misinformed"
Cuba's foreign minister Bruno Rodriguez on Wednesday said a White House statement critical of the country's communist-run government was "superficial and misinformed."
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World
EU paves way to finalise US trade deal and avoid Trump tariff hike
The European Union struck a provisional agreement on Wednesday on legislation to remove import duties on U.S. goods, a key part of a trade deal
May 19, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
USTR welcomes EU progress on trade deal, says Brussels must also address non-tariff barriers
The U.S.
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|US|World
Trump: may have to hit Iran harder - or maybe not
President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that the United States may have to attack Iran even harder but will wait and see if a deal is reached, reprising
May 20, 2026
Crime|Political|World
Israel's treatment of Gaza flotilla members is 'abominable', Canada PM Carney says
Israel's treatment of detained Gaza flotilla activists is "abominable," Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Wednesday, using unusually harsh language to condemn a close
May 20, 2026
Education|Political
Lawsuit accuses Massachusetts schools of segregating students of color in low-opportunity districts
A lawsuit filed on behalf of students and community organizations in Massachusetts argues the state is illegally maintaining schools that are racially segregated, concentrating Black and Latino students in high-poverty districts with fewer opportunities
May 20, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Interview|Opinion|Political
As 'The Boys' ends, actors reveal their craziest stunts and what's next for Vought
“The Boys” is airing its series finale after five seasons of death, depravity and digs at the capitalistic superhero-industrial complex
May 20, 2026
Crime|Economy|Political|US|World
Officers who defended Capitol from rioters sue to block payouts from $1.8B ‘anti-weaponization’ fund
Two police officers who helped defend the U.S. Capitol during the Jan. 6 riot are suing to block anyone from receiving payouts from a new $1.776 billion settlement fund for people who claim to be victims of politically motivated prosecutions
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Political
IRS barred from investigating Trump or his family for past tax issues, as part of controversial lawsuit agreement
The Internal Revenue Service cannot ever bring claims against President Donald Trump, his family or businesses for past tax issues under the additional terms published Tuesday in the agreement the Justice Department reached with Trump to resolve his $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS for the disclosure of his tax returns.
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
Sherritt agrees to sell stake in Cuba mining business to company linked to former Trump adviser
Canadian miner Sherritt International Corp. has signed a non-binding agreement with Gillon Capital LLC
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|US|World
Barney Frank, a liberal congressman and trailblazer for gay rights, dies. He was 86
Barney Frank has died
May 20, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World
US offers new relationship to Cuba in Rubio message
U.S.
May 20, 2026
Africa|Economy|Europe|Political|World
France, Morocco prepare treaty to foster ties
Moroccan and French foreign ministers said on Wednesday the two countries are preparing to sign a treaty to strengthen ties during an upcoming state visit
May 20, 2026
Election|Finance|Political|World
Colombia's ELN rebels, FARC dissidents announce ceasefire for presidential election
Colombia's Central General Staff, the largest dissident branch of the former Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) guerrilla group, and rebels from the National
May 20, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Ukraine to beef up northern defences over Russian offensive plans
Ukraine will send reinforcements to its northern regions and step up diplomatic pressure on Belarus to counter what Kyiv believes are Russian plans to launch a new offensive
May 20, 2026
Crime|Europe|Health|Political|World
Wife of Northern Ireland's Jeffrey Donaldson unfit for trial, judge says
Eleanor Donaldson, the wife of former Northern Ireland politician Jeffrey Donaldson, is unfit to stand trial alongside her husband on charges related to historical sex
May 20, 2026
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World
UK parliamentary election, key to possible Burnham leadership bid, set for June 18
An election for a seat in Britain's parliament, set to be contested by possible Labour Party leadership candidate Andy Burnham, will take place on June 18, the local council
May 20, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Germany to invest in everyday shelters, shifting from Cold War bunkers
Germany's government approved a new Civil Defense Plan on Wednesday, shifting from Cold War bunkers to everyday sites such as underground parking garages, tunnels and subway
May 20, 2026
Europe|Political|World
UK says surveillance plane dangerously intercepted by Russian jets last month
Two Russian jets last month intercepted a British Royal Air Force surveillance plane over the Black Sea, in what Britain's defence ministry said on Wednesday was a dangerous
May 20, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Irish PM urges full probe of death of Congolese man restrained outside store
Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin has called for a thorough investigation into the death of a Congolese-born man after he was
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|US|World
Trump to speak with Taiwan's president in a new challenge for US-China relations
U.S.
May 20, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Residents of Lithuania's capital told to shelter as drone alarm underlines NATO's eastern jitters
Lithuania's president and prime minister have been taken to safe locations after a suspected drone was detected near the country's border with Belarus
May 20, 2026
Crime|Education|Political|US
Tennessee man jailed over Charlie Kirk post wins $835,000 settlement
Tennessee officials will pay $835,000 to settle a lawsuit filed by a man who was jailed for more than a month over a Facebook post he made about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk
May 20, 2026
Crime|Economy|Health|Political|World
US sanctions hit alleged Sinaloa cartel fentanyl network, including a Chihuahua restaurant
The U.S. is imposing sanctions on over a dozen individuals, a Mexican restaurant, and a security firm linked to the Sinaloa cartel's fentanyl trafficking
May 20, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Kremlin says Lithuanian minister's comments about attacking Russian exclave 'verge on insanity'
The Kremlin slammed remarks by Lithuania's top diplomat as "verging on insanity" on Wednesday after Foreign Minister Kestutis Budrys said that NATO had to show Moscow it was
May 20, 2026
Economy|Health|Political
Barney Frank, liberal icon who regulated a ‘too big’ financial industry, dies at 86
Barney Frank, liberal icon who regulated a ‘too big’ financial industry, dies at 86
May 20, 2026
Election|Finance|Political|US|World
South Carolina lawmakers advance US House map targeting powerful Democrat Clyburn
South Carolina’s Republican-controlled House of Representatives approved a new congressional map early on Wednesday aimed at ousting longtime Democratic U.S.
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Xi and Putin unite to criticise US, but fail to clinch big gas deal
China and Russia condemned U.S.
May 20, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Israeli police force Gaza flotilla activists to kneel with hands bound, video shows
Israeli police on Wednesday forced activists who were aboard a Gaza-bound aid flotilla to kneel on the ground in rows with their hands tied behind their
May 20, 2026
Economy|Finance|Political|US
Barney Frank, architect of landmark Wall Street reforms, dies at 86
Former U.S.
May 20, 2026
Business|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Political|Travel|World
Seagull splatters King Charles III during Northern Ireland visit
A seagull has left a lasting impression on King Charles III during his visit to Northern Ireland
May 20, 2026
Asia|Economy|Political|World
Putin and Xi hail their friendship and growing energy trade at their meeting in Beijing
Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin have hailed their strategic ties and energy trade during a meeting in Beijing
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US|World
The GOP's YOLO caucus is small but growing. That may spell trouble for Trump's congressional agenda
A small but growing group of Republican lawmakers is showing independence from President Donald Trump
May 20, 2026