Kurt Warner gets into Northern Iowa hall of fame nearly decade after his Pro Football HOF induction
Newsom's office warns Californians to avoid Chevron this holiday weekend, citing high gas prices
Lockheed Martin breaks ground on Alabama missile plant
Estee Lauder and Puig end talks over possible merger
Trump says US will send additional 5,000 troops to Poland
Kyle Busch, a 2-time NASCAR Cup Series champion, dead at 41
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New record set as 274 climbers scale Everest’s south side in single day
New record set as 274 climbers scale Everest’s south side in single day
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Video shows lightning strike near Massachusetts family: "Sounded like a bomb was going off"
Video shows lightning strike near Massachusetts family: "Sounded like a bomb was going off"
May 21, 2026
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How bushmeat, burial rites and disinformation make the DRC an Ebola hotspot
How bushmeat, burial rites and disinformation make the DRC an Ebola hotspot
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
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US jobless aid filings fell to 209,000 last week as layoffs remain low despite economic uncertainty
Fewer Americans filed for jobless aid last week as layoffs remain low despite a number of uncertainties that continue to cloud the economy
May 21, 2026
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
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
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Queen pushed for Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's appointment as trade envoy, documents show
Britain's late Queen Elizabeth pressed almost three decades ago for her son Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor to be made a government trade envoy,
May 21, 2026
Economy|Europe|Finance|World
Iran war drags European economy down, pushes prices up
The energy shock from the Iran war is seeping ever deeper into the European economy, presenting policy-makers with a dilemma as it
May 21, 2026
Business|Environment|Science|Travel|World
Record 274 climbers scale Mount Everest in a single day from Nepali side
A record number of 274 climbers scaled Mount Everest on Wednesday, a hiking official said, the highest number ever to reach the world's tallest peak on
May 21, 2026
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Paris appeals court finds Airbus, Air France guilty of corporate manslaughter over 2009 crash
A Paris appeals court on Thursday found Airbus and Air France guilty of corporate manslaughter over
May 21, 2026
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Walmart sticks to conservative annual targets as fuel shock dents US spending
By Juveria Tabassum and Nicholas P.
May 21, 2026
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Georgia jails opposition figure who urged 'peaceful revolution' for 2-1/2 years
A court in Georgia sentenced a senior opposition figure to 2-1/2 years in prison on Thursday on charges of sabotage and inciting a coup at local elections last year, the
May 21, 2026
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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
May 21, 2026
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Sports streaming platform DAZN weighs tie-up with DirecTV Latin America, sources say
Sports streaming platform DAZN, backed by British-American billionaire Len Blavatnik, is exploring a possible tie-up with pay-TV
May 21, 2026
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Radio station apologizes after accidentally announcing death of King Charles
Radio station apologizes after accidentally announcing death of King Charles
May 21, 2026
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The most powerful rocket ever built is now even bigger and more powerful. But will it work?
The most powerful rocket ever built is now even bigger and more powerful. But will it work?
May 21, 2026
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What it's like inside the amfAR Gala, which has raised millions for AIDS research
The amfAR Gala at the Hotel Du Cap-Eden-Roc is a highlight of the Cannes Film Festival
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
Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World
Democrats are hoping for a breakthrough as the House takes another Iran war vote
The House is expected to vote on legislation to compel President Donald Trump to withdraw from the war with Iran
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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Americans brace for pricey summer travel with fuel costs near multi-year highs
Soaring gasoline prices and a looming fuel crunch from the Iran war are not stopping American travelers from taking to the road as the U.S. summer driving
May 21, 2026
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Political|World
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
Business|Economy|Environment|World
Vitol moves to open Mexico fuel terminal years after bribery scandal, document shows
Vitol, one of the world's biggest commodities traders, has held talks with service providers and is seeking permits to operate
May 21, 2026
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UK factory orders contract at fastest pace since 2020, CBI says
British factory orders contracted this month at the fastest rate since September 2020 and expectations for selling prices surged, according to a survey on Thursday that illustrated
May 21, 2026
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Germany faces Q2 stagnation, rising prices due to Iran war, Bundesbank says
Inflation in Germany is trending upwards and economic growth will likely be flat during the second quarter, hit by rising fuel expenses and uncertainty due to the Iran
May 21, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
China's Manus founders seek $1 billion to undo Meta takeover, Bloomberg News reports
Manus co-founders are weighing ways to comply with China's order to unwind Meta’s $2 billion-plus acquisition of the AI startup, Bloomberg News reported on Thursday.
May 21, 2026
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Taiwan may limit currency switching for TSMC dollar dividends to once a year, sources say
Taiwan's central bank plans to require foreign investors receiving U.S. dollar-denominated dividends from companies including TSMC to stick with one currency choice and not
May 21, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Documents show Queen Elizabeth was eager for ex-Prince Andrew to become trade envoy
Documents reveal Queen Elizabeth II was eager for Prince Andrew to become Britain's trade envoy in 2001
May 21, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World
JPMorgan's Aiyengar sees global firms turning to China amid volatility
Global companies are increasingly eager to partner with innovative Chinese firms as mounting economic and geopolitical risks fuel a
May 21, 2026
MidEast|Sports|Travel|World
Soccer-Iran players apply for U.S., Canada visas in Turkey ahead of World Cup
Iran's national soccer team attended visa appointments in the Turkish capital Ankara on Thursday ahead of the 2026 World Cup, with the whole squad applying for Canadian
May 21, 2026
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Japanese auto exports to Middle East plunge in April as war disrupts shipping
Japanese vehicle exports to the Middle East were nearly wiped out in April, government data showed on Thursday, as the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran disrupted
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
Europe|Health|World
Family of US Ebola patient admitted to Berlin isolation ward
The family of a U.S. citizen who contracted Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where an outbreak of a rare strain of the virus has killed over 130 people, has been
May 21, 2026
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Asia's currencies are flashing oil shock alarm
Asia's policymakers are taking increasingly urgent and unusual steps to shore up their economies on the front line of the global
May 21, 2026
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CEO Dimon says JPMorgan to hire more AI staff, fewer bankers, Bloomberg News reports
JPMorgan will likely hire more artificial intelligence specialists and fewer traditional bankers, CEO Jamie Dimon told Bloomberg News in an interview published late Wednesday.
May 21, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World
UK's QinetiQ reviews US defence business, lifts 2027 forecast; shares jump
QinetiQ was reviewing all options for its struggling U.S. business, it said on Thursday, while lifting its revenue growth and operating margin forecast for the 2027 fiscal year.
May 21, 2026
Economy|Europe|World
Italy could take economic growth lessons from Spain, stats bureau says
Italy's economy will grow by less than 1% this year for a fourth year running, national statistics bureau ISTAT said on Thursday, suggesting ways the
May 21, 2026
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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
May 21, 2026
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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.
May 21, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World
Wealthy countries' climate finance hit record high in 2024, OECD says
Developed countries provided a record $136.7 billion to help poorer countries cope with climate change in 2024, the OECD said on Thursday.
May 21, 2026
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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.
May 21, 2026
Environment|Health|Science|World
Heat wave empties roads and markets in north India as some farmers turn to nighttime work
A heat wave has gripped large parts of India with roads and markets emptying during afternoons
May 21, 2026
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
May 21, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
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
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Samsung's deal with union hailed as a victory as bonuses less generous than SK Hynix's
The pay deal reached between Samsung Electronics and its union is being hailed as a win for the company which gained key concessions and
May 21, 2026
Economy|Health|World
India, Africa Union postpone New Delhi summit amid Ebola outbreak
India and the African Union (AU) have decided to postpone the India-Africa Forum Summit scheduled to be held next week in New Delhi, due to the "emerging
May 21, 2026
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Energy shock from Iran war to weigh on Europe's growth, boost inflation
The European Union’s executive commission has cut its growth outlook and predicted higher inflation due to sharply higher energy prices from the war in Iran
May 21, 2026
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World
AI turned Samsung into a $1 trillion company. Its workers want a bigger slice of the pie
AI turned Samsung into a $1 trillion company. Its workers want a bigger slice of the pie
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|Economy|World
UK firms report slide in activity due to Iran war and political turmoil
British companies are suffering their most widespread drop in activity in over a year due to the economic fallout from the Iran war and political
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
Business|Economy|World
Euro zone current account surplus narrows in March on trade surplus drop
The euro zone's combined current account surplus narrowed sharply in March on a big drop in the trade surplus, likely caused by higher energy costs, data from the
May 21, 2026
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Europe's economy hit hard as energy price shock stifles demand
Economic activity in the euro zone shrank at its sharpest rate in more than two-and-a-half years in May as a war-driven surge in living costs hammered
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
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World
German private sector contracts for second month running, PMI shows
Germany's private sector activity contracted for a second consecutive month in May as the Iran war put the brakes on the country's economic recovery,
May 21, 2026
Health|Science|World
Ebola likely circulating in Congo for two months, outbreak to grow, WHO says
The Ebola outbreak linked to more than 130 deaths in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo likely started two months ago and is
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
US, Philippines to reach deal on economic security zone 'sooner rather than later', US official says
The United States is expected to reach a deal on the long-term framework for an economic security zone with the Philippines "sooner rather than later", a senior U.S.
May 21, 2026
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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
Asia|Business|Crime|Technology|World
Taiwan investigates three for alleged illegal export of high-end AI servers
Taiwanese prosecutors said on Thursday they were investigating three people suspected of illegally exporting high-end AI servers made by Super Micro and containing Nvidia
May 21, 2026
Business|Economy|World
European equities end flat as investors await Mideast peace updates
European shares ended flat on Thursday, pausing after strong gains in the previous session as investors awaited progress on U.S.-Iran peace
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
Economy|World
Trump says he’s willing to talk to Taiwan’s leader, a major departure from diplomatic norms
Trump says he’s willing to talk to Taiwan’s leader, a major departure from diplomatic norms
May 21, 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
Arts|Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|US|World
From TACO to FOMO: How retail traders turned Trump-driven volatility into a playbook
A wave of retail-driven trading dynamics is reshaping how markets respond to U.S.
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
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ECB's Rehn sees few signs yet of high inflation taking root
The European Central Bank may raise interest rates to preserve credibility in the face of a war-driven rise in fuel costs but there is little to
May 21, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
BOJ policymaker calls for rate hike, warns of war-led inflation overshoot
The Bank of Japan should raise interest rates at an "appropriate pace" as price pressures from the Middle East war may push underlying inflation
May 21, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Food|World
As cocoa prices melt down, real chocolate is making a comeback
After a year of smaller bars, extra wafers and
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
French economic activity contracts at fastest pace in 5-1/2 years in May, PMI shows
France's private sector economy contracted in May at its sharpest pace in five-and-a-half years, reflecting an accelerated decline in services activity and a fresh drop in
May 21, 2026
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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
Business|Economy|Europe|Science|World
Finland's massive bomb shelters draw world to Helsinki in quest for security
Visiting mayors from Ukrainian cities took pictures inside an enormous cave carved in the bedrock below the Finnish
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
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Samsung Electronics' wage drama not over yet
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Gregor Stuart Hunter The fight over pay is not done at Samsung Electronics.
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
Business|Economy|World
Mideast war dampens India private sector growth, services pick up, PMI shows
India's private sector growth eased in May as a manufacturing slowdown driven by the Middle East war and cooling international demand offset a marginal pick-up in the
May 21, 2026
Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World
Shohei Ohtani hits leadoff homer, lowers ERA to 0.73 in another 2-way gem for victorious Dodgers
Shohei Ohtani returned to his full two-way form for the Los Angeles Dodgers in San Diego, and the results were formidable
May 21, 2026
Business|Entertainment|Sports|US|World
Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar misses 4-2 loss to Vegas in opener of Western Conference Final
At times, especially early, the Colorado Avalanche looked disjointed on defense
May 20, 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
Business|Crime|Education|World
The teens who attacked the Islamic Center of San Diego were latest to cite prior atrocities
An attack at a California Islamic center is the latest violence where the perpetrators said they were inspired by past atrocities, such as the 2019 massacre in Christchurch, New Zealand
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
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Samsung shares soar as strike averted, but bonuses of $416,000 for some stoke concern
Samsung Electronics' shares surged on Thursday after it clinched an 11th-hour deal with its South Korean union to avert a
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
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Australia's unemployment hits 4-1/2 year high, lessens risk of rate rise
Australian employment unexpectedly fell in April while the jobless rate jumped to the highest level since late 2021, a possible sign the labour market might be
May 21, 2026
Asia|Health|World
Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha's condition worsens after multiple infections, royal palace says
The medical condition of Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha has worsened as a result of multiple infections in several organs, with physicians unable to contain her irregular
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
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World
Australia's Ionic Rare Earths inks deal with US-based Nth Cycle to boost output outside China
Australia's Ionic Rare Earths said on Thursday it has agreed to work with U.S.-based critical mineral refining firm Nth Cycle to improve rare earths production outside China.
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
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World
Japan's factory activity expands at slower pace, cost pressures surge
Japan's manufacturing activity slowed slightly in May, while service sector growth ground to a halt for the first time in over a year, as surging costs linked to the Middle
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
Asia|Business|Economy|World
Japan exports rise for eighth month despite supply disruptions
Japanese exports rose for an eighth straight month in April, beating market expectations, bolstered by resilient global demand despite major supply
May 21, 2026
Australia|Business|Crime|Technology|World
Australian judge fines X $465,000 for online safety breach after 3-year court battle
An Australian judge has fined X Corp. $465,000 for failing to provide information to an online safety watchdog about how it tackled child sexual exploitation content
May 21, 2026
Crime|Health|World
3 dead in New Mexico and first responders decontaminated after exposure to unknown substance
New Mexico authorities say three people are dead and more than a dozen first responders were assessed for possible exposure to an unidentified substance after being called to a rural home for a suspected drug overdose
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
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Bessent says high bond yields, energy prices are 'transient,' will ease as Iran war ends
The Iran war energy shock, growing inflation concerns and fading interest rate-cut hopes may have bond investors and central bankers on edge but U.S.
May 21, 2026
Business|Economy|World
IMF wraps up talks with Pakistan authorities on reforms, budget
The International Monetary Fund mission concluded talks with Pakistani authorities on Wednesday, focusing on economic developments, fiscal plans for the next financial year, and
May 21, 2026
Business|Entertainment|Technology|World
Nexstar says it is losing millions as it seeks quick review of order halting Tegna merger
Nexstar Media Group asked a U.S. appeals court late on Wednesday to expedite a review of a lower-court order that has halted its merger with rival
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
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Japan exports rise 14.8% year/year in April
Japanese exports rose 14.8% year-on-year in April, up for an eighth straight month, data from the Ministry of Finance showed on Thursday.
May 21, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Australian regulator flags rising global private credit risks, steps up oversight
Australia's financial regulator warned on Thursday that domestic private credit institutions are exposed to risks linked to global market developments and will require closer
May 21, 2026
Australia|Business|Finance|Technology|World
Elon Musk's X loses Australia child protection compliance lawsuit
An Australian court upheld a regulator's fine against Elon Musk's social media company X Corp after it admitted violating the law by failing to supply
May 21, 2026
Arts|Economy|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|Travel|World
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
Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|US|World
Mother who drowned her 3 young children at Coney Island sentenced to 20 years to life in prison
Mother who drowned her 3 young children at Coney Island sentenced to 20 years to life in prison
May 21, 2026
Crime|Health|US|World
Attorneys for Tennessee inmate worry state could use expired drugs for lethal injection
Attorneys for a Tennessee death row inmate say they are concerned the state may be planning to use expired lethal injection drugs at a planned execution on Thursday
May 21, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World
SpaceX reveals plans for what could be the biggest-ever initial public offering
Elon Musk announced plans Wednesday for one of the biggest sales of stock to the public ever for his space company that is currently losing billions of dollars year
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|Economy|Science|Technology|World
SpaceX IPO filing lays bare losses and Musk control as it stakes future on AI
SpaceX took the wraps off its IPO filing on Wednesday, laying bare for investors just how much Elon Musk is losing on artificial intelligence while
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
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Brazil's government close to finalizing proposal on farmers' debt renegotiation
Brazil's government is expected to finalize in the coming days a proposal for the renegotiation of debt in the agribusiness sector, Finance Minister Dario Durigan said on
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
Business|Education|Technology|World
TikTok, YouTube lag on UK child safety as rivals act, regulator says
TikTok and Alphabet's YouTube have failed to set out meaningful steps to protect British children from harmful online content, media regulator Ofcom said on
May 21, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
One in three Japan firms using or considering AI robots: Reuters poll
One-third of Japanese companies are already using or considering deploying AI-powered robots, with automakers and other transportation equipment
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
World
Judge halts White House’s rollback of presidential records-retention policies
Judge halts White House’s rollback of presidential records-retention policies
May 21, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Aston Villa and Prince William celebrate Europa League triumph ending team's 30-year trophy drought
In front of the future king of England, Unai Emery reaffirmed his status as the king of the Europa League
May 20, 2026
Africa|Health|Science|World
Ebola fears surge on the ground in Congo over rapid spread of a rare type
Healthcare workers in eastern Congo say they are underprotected and undertrained as a rare Ebola virus spreads rapidly in one of the world’s most remote and vulnerable places
May 20, 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
Health|Science|World
American Ebola patient evacuated from DRC to Germany is in stable condition, CDC says
A U.S. citizen who contracted Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where an outbreak of a rare strain of the virus has
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
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World
Fed proposes limited payment accounts for fintechs, others
The U.S.
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|Stock Markets|World
Trading Day: Lift off for stocks and bonds
Stocks rallied while oil and bond yields tumbled on Wednesday, on growing hopes that a U.S.-Iran peace deal could be imminent, and shares in
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
Travel|World
Airlines cancel flights in response to Middle East conflict
Middle Eastern carriers have ramped up capacity after severe disruption from the Iran war, while airlines outside the Gulf reroute flights between Europe and Asia away from major
February 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Bond yields, oil fall amid hopes for Iran deal; stocks end up with chip shares
U.S.
May 20, 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