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Cossacks guard petrol stations in Russian resort as anger grows over fuel shortages

Cossacks have been called in to keep order at petrol stations in a Russian holiday resort as authorities face growing anger over nationwide fuel shortages

Cossacks guard petrol stations in Russian resort as anger grows over fuel shortages
Business|Economy|Political|World

Iran exploring oil sales to Japan, buyers seek longer sanctions waiver, sources say

Iran has begun talks with Japanese companies under a U.S. sanctions waiver allowing it to resume oil sales, though prospective

Iran exploring oil sales to Japan, buyers seek longer sanctions waiver, sources say
Asia|Environment|World

Tropical Storm Maysak hits southern China's Hainan, flights and ferries suspended

Tropical Storm Maysak lashed southern China's island province of Hainan on Friday, making landfall with maximum winds near its centre of 23 metres per second (51 mph) and

Tropical Storm Maysak hits southern China's Hainan, flights and ferries suspended
Europe|Health|Political|Science|World

EU issues sanctions against six people involved in death of Navalny

The Council of the EU said it had issued sanctions against six people - most of whom were scientists and researchers - who were involved in the development of the toxin that

EU issues sanctions against six people involved in death of Navalny
Business|Economy|World

Chinese regulator proposes changes to refinancing rules for listed companies

The China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) on Friday proposed changes to rules for refinancing by listed companies, releasing draft revisions it said would help

Chinese regulator proposes changes to refinancing rules for listed companies
Environment|Science|Technology|World

Rescue mission launches to save NASA telescope that's falling back to Earth

A three-armed spacecraft is rushing to the rescue of a NASA telescope that’s in danger of crashing back to Earth

Rescue mission launches to save NASA telescope that's falling back to Earth
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Russian jobs website posts ad for drone operators to defend Moscow

Russia's biggest jobs website, HeadHunter, is advertising for drone operators to protect the skies above Moscow, with no previous experience required.

Russian jobs website posts ad for drone operators to defend Moscow
Crime|Europe|World

Interpol names suspect in Monaco bombing that reportedly targeted Russia-linked Ukrainian tycoon

Interpol has identified a 39-year-old Ukrainian woman as the main suspect in a Monaco bombing that reportedly targeted a Ukrainian tycoon linked to Russia

Interpol names suspect in Monaco bombing that reportedly targeted Russia-linked Ukrainian tycoon
Sports|Technology|World

How the new World Cup ball helped knock Croatia out with use of technology

How the new World Cup ball helped knock Croatia out with use of technology

How the new World Cup ball helped knock Croatia out with use of technology
Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel|World

This pass high in the Swiss Alps is home to a James Bond car chase scene and a vintage steam railway

Train enthusiasts are celebrating the 100th anniversary of a historic Swiss railway as vintage steam locomotives ferry tourists through the stunning Alpine scenery as part of the celebration

This pass high in the Swiss Alps is home to a James Bond car chase scene and a vintage steam railway
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Toronto home sales rise in June for fourth straight month

Greater Toronto Area home sales rose in June for a fourth straight month and prices increased, continuing the market's recovery following a slow start to

Toronto home sales rise in June for fourth straight month
Crime|World

In the West Bank, Israeli settlers take over Palestinian's dream home

Palestinian Mohammad Salameh was building a home for his family in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, where his recently engaged son was meant to start

In the West Bank, Israeli settlers take over Palestinian's dream home
Asia|Crime|Travel|World

How drug gangs use social media to recruit Thai air crew as couriers

Early in the morning on June 18, a message from an unknown account slipped into the TikTok inbox of a flight attendant in

How drug gangs use social media to recruit Thai air crew as couriers
Arts|Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Travel|World

Trump to visit Mount Rushmore to mark U.S. 250th celebrations

President Donald Trump on Friday travels to Mount Rushmore, the granite mountain in South Dakota where the heads of four American presidents are carved,

Trump to visit Mount Rushmore to mark U.S. 250th celebrations
Europe|Political|World

Moldova's Prime Minister Munteanu steps down

Moldova's Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu said on Friday he was stepping down, saying in a surprise announcement that he could no longer do his job in

Moldova's Prime Minister Munteanu steps down
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Global equity fund inflows rise as investors add tech stocks after market dip 

Inflows into global equity funds rose in the week to July 1, as investors took advantage of a pullback in major markets to add technology stocks, betting that the sector’s earnings

Global equity fund inflows rise as investors add tech stocks after market dip 
Crime|Europe|World

Monaco blast suspect is a Ukrainian woman who fled to Germany

A Ukrainian woman is the main suspect in a bomb attack that targeted a wealthy businessman in Monaco, officials said on Friday, adding that the suspect had fled to Germany

Monaco blast suspect is a Ukrainian woman who fled to Germany
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Blackstone, CVC and MUFG among bidders for stake in Vietnam's MoMo, sources say

Blackstone, CVC Capital Partners and Japan's MUFG are among bidders for a stake in Vietnamese fintech firm MoMo as it presses

Blackstone, CVC and MUFG among bidders for stake in Vietnam's MoMo, sources say
Crime|Europe|Technology|World

Researchers say EU lawmaker who investigated surveillance was hacked by Israeli spyware

A former member of the European Parliament who served on a committee investigating abusive surveillance was himself hacked using an Israeli-made spy tool, a

Researchers say EU lawmaker who investigated surveillance was hacked by Israeli spyware
Crime|Europe|World

Police uncover international networks of men using online chat groups to drug and rape women

Police uncover international networks of men using online chat groups to drug and rape women

Police uncover international networks of men using online chat groups to drug and rape women
Sports|Technology|World

What it takes to be chosen as a World Cup referee – and how to ref the final

What it takes to be chosen as a World Cup referee – and how to ref the final

What it takes to be chosen as a World Cup referee – and how to ref the final
Business|Environment|Health|World

Venezuelans are rushing to identify the bodies of their loved ones as earthquake deaths multiply

The rush is on across Venezuela’s north coast to identify loved ones before it’s too late

Venezuelans are rushing to identify the bodies of their loved ones as earthquake deaths multiply
Arts|Political|World

Iran sends a defiant message to Trump with colossal funeral for slain Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei

Iran sends a defiant message to Trump with colossal funeral for slain Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei

Iran sends a defiant message to Trump with colossal funeral for slain Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei
Arts|Political|Travel|World

Trump heads to Mount Rushmore, where efforts to impose his likeness have stalled

Trump heads to Mount Rushmore, where efforts to impose his likeness have stalled

Trump heads to Mount Rushmore, where efforts to impose his likeness have stalled
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|World

Czech film fest in Karlovy Vary honors Dustin Hoffman and Juliette Binoche

The Karlovy Vary International Film Festival in the Czech Republic kicks off its 60th edition with honors for actors Dustin Hoffman and Juliette Binoche

Czech film fest in Karlovy Vary honors Dustin Hoffman and Juliette Binoche
Africa|Business|Economy|World

Kenya private sector activity picks up in June, PMI shows

Kenya's private sector activity picked up in June, breaking a run of three previous monthly contractions, a survey showed on Friday.

Kenya private sector activity picks up in June, PMI shows
Business|Economy|Europe|World

French services sector contracted in June by more than forecast, PMI shows

France's services sector contracted in June by more than initially forecast, as sluggish demand and inflationary pressures weighed on businesses, said a survey by S&P Global.

French services sector contracted in June by more than forecast, PMI shows
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Italy service sector returns to growth as cost pressures ease, PMI shows

Business in Italy's service sector grew marginally in June after three months of contraction, a survey showed on Friday, as cost pressures eased amid signs of de-escalation in

Italy service sector returns to growth as cost pressures ease, PMI shows
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Europe's STOXX 600 clocks best week in over a month as rally broadens

Europe's benchmark STOXX 600 hit an intraday record high on Friday and logged its biggest weekly jump in over a month, underpinned by gains in

Europe's STOXX 600 clocks best week in over a month as rally broadens
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Japan keeps yen intervention threat alive, says in close touch with US

Japan issued a fresh warning to currency markets on Friday as Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama said Tokyo was in regular contact with

Japan keeps yen intervention threat alive, says in close touch with US
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Germany services contraction eases in June as cost pressures cool, PMI shows

Germany's services sector contracted for a third straight month in June as weaker demand, dragged down by higher prices and lower market confidence,

Germany services contraction eases in June as cost pressures cool, PMI shows
Environment|Europe|Health|World

At least 3,700 excess deaths reported during heatwave in France, Belgium and Netherlands

France, the Netherlands and Belgium have recorded 3,700 excess deaths during the June heatwave that sent temperatures soaring across Europe, with authorities warning that the

At least 3,700 excess deaths reported during heatwave in France, Belgium and Netherlands
Business|Economy|Political|World

Britain's services sector contracts sharply under strain of Iran war, PMI shows

Activity in Britain's dominant services sector contracted for a second month running in June and by the most since early 2023 as the fallout from the Iran war continued to

Britain's services sector contracts sharply under strain of Iran war, PMI shows
Business|Economy|World

Japan wage hikes top 5% for third year, backing BOJ rate-hike path

Japanese companies agreed to wage hikes of more than 5% for a third year, the nation's largest labour union group said on Friday,

Japan wage hikes top 5% for third year, backing BOJ rate-hike path
Business|Technology|World

Alibaba to ban employees from using Anthropic's coding tool, source says

Chinese tech giant Alibaba has banned employees from using Anthropic's Claude Code at work after the tool drew scrutiny for features that can help

Alibaba to ban employees from using Anthropic's coding tool, source says
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Warsh and peace

The data releases are thinning out, earnings season hasn't kicked off yet and there are no big rate decisions looming, but a high-stakes NATO meeting, a glimpse into Kevin Warsh's

Warsh and peace
Arts|Crime|Health|Political|World

Man with Tibetan flag dies after setting himself on fire in front of UN’s New York headquarters

Man with Tibetan flag dies after setting himself on fire in front of UN’s New York headquarters

Man with Tibetan flag dies after setting himself on fire in front of UN’s New York headquarters
Business|Economy|Europe|World

EU trade with US hits record high despite tariff tensions, study shows

Trade in goods between the European Union and the U.S. reached a record €875 billion ($1.00 trillion) last year despite tariffs, but the

EU trade with US hits record high despite tariff tensions, study shows
Europe|Technology|World

NATO plans to replace AWACS with Saab GlobalEye jets, sources say

NATO plans to replace its ageing fleet of U.S.-built AWACS surveillance aircraft with a Swedish alternative, four sources told Reuters

NATO plans to replace AWACS with Saab GlobalEye jets, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Russia's services downturn deepens as new business falls at fastest pace since December 2022, PMI shows

Russia's services sector contracted further in June as weaker client demand drove steeper falls in output and new orders, a business survey showed on Friday.

Russia's services downturn deepens as new business falls at fastest pace since December 2022, PMI shows
Economy|Europe|Political|World

What are the key challenges facing NATO?

NATO leaders gathering for a summit in Ankara on July 7-8 will discuss a host of challenges facing the alliance, from Europe taking on more responsibility

What are the key challenges facing NATO?
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

NATO leaders to gather in Ankara, aiming to smooth over tensions with Trump

NATO leaders gather next week in Ankara, where Europeans aim to set aside strife with U.S.

NATO leaders to gather in Ankara, aiming to smooth over tensions with Trump
Africa|Business|Economy|World

South Africa private sector returns to growth as inflation eases, PMI shows

South Africa's private sector returned to marginal growth in June as easing price pressures helped offset a second straight monthly decline in output and new orders, a

South Africa private sector returns to growth as inflation eases, PMI shows
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Spain services growth hits 2026 high in June, PMI shows

Spain's services sector expanded at its strongest pace this year in June as activity and new business rebounded on stronger domestic demand, a business survey showed on

Spain services growth hits 2026 high in June, PMI shows
Asia|Crime|Political|US|World

Tibetan man dies after setting himself on fire near UN headquarters, activists say

Police in New York City said on Thursday a man died from severe burns near the United Nations headquarters, and activists and a media outlet of exiled

Tibetan man dies after setting himself on fire near UN headquarters, activists say
Political|Technology|World

Australian prime minister condemns delay of changes to child social media ban

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has condemned senators who blocked changes to the social media ban for children

Australian prime minister condemns delay of changes to child social media ban
Americas|Arts|Europe|World

Vatican excommunicates schismatic bishops and priests, and warns their followers

The Vatican has responded aggressively to a traditionalist society that consecrated bishops without the pope’s consent

Vatican excommunicates schismatic bishops and priests, and warns their followers
Crime|Health|Political|World

Russia unleashes a massive assault on Ukraine’s capital, killing at least 30

Russia unleashes a massive assault on Ukraine’s capital, killing at least 30

Russia unleashes a massive assault on Ukraine’s capital, killing at least 30
Asia|Business|Europe|Political|Technology|World

South Korean president to attend NATO summit in Ankara, visit Mongolia

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung will attend a NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, from July 7 to 8, Seoul's national security adviser said on

South Korean president to attend NATO summit in Ankara, visit Mongolia
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

India's June services growth slips to 17-month low as demand, hiring cool, PMI shows

India's dominant services sector expanded at its slowest pace in 17 months in June as domestic demand weakened sharply and overall new business grew at its slowest rate

India's June services growth slips to 17-month low as demand, hiring cool, PMI shows
Business|Technology|World

S.Korea presidential office rejects Coupang, US claims of discriminatory treatment

South Korea rejected claims by Coupang and a U.S. congressional report that the company was unfairly targeted over a massive data breach,

S.Korea presidential office rejects Coupang, US claims of discriminatory treatment
Australia|Business|Crime|Economy|World

Australia clears Sportsbet after anti-money laundering remediation

Australia's financial crime watchdog said on Friday that online betting firm Sportsbet had completed required improvements to its anti-money laundering controls after it admitted

Australia clears Sportsbet after anti-money laundering remediation
Arts|Crime|Europe|Health|Political|World

Hong Kong bookseller Lam Wing-kee, seized by Chinese authorities in 2015, dies in Taiwan at 70

Lam Wing-kee, a former Hong Kong bookseller and symbol of resistance to Beijing's crackdown on free speech, has died in Taiwan

Hong Kong bookseller Lam Wing-kee, seized by Chinese authorities in 2015, dies in Taiwan at 70
Economy|Europe|Political|World

The far-right Alternative for Germany is buoyant as it eyes a slice of power in regional elections

The far-right Alternative for Germany is in a buoyant mood as it holds a convention this weekend

The far-right Alternative for Germany is buoyant as it eyes a slice of power in regional elections
Business|Economy|Political|Science|World

US envoy says Cook Islands minerals are a top priority

The new U.S. ambassador to New Zealand and several Pacific island nations said on Friday that securing Cook Islands seabed minerals was a top priority,

US envoy says Cook Islands minerals are a top priority
Crime|Sports|Technology|World

500+ drones seized by FBI during the World Cup

More than 500 drones have been seized by the FBI since the start of the World Cup. CNN's Pete Muntean explains why.

500+ drones seized by FBI during the World Cup
Business|Economy|Environment|World

BHP workers approve Pilbara labour deal, unions cite lingering concerns

Workers at BHP's South Flank and Mining Area C iron ore operations in Western Australia have voted to approve a new labour agreement, unions said on Friday, while noting that many

BHP workers approve Pilbara labour deal, unions cite lingering concerns
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Stocks shake it off

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Gregor Stuart Hunter Global equities are heading for their best week since early May as renewed signs of expansion in Asian activity gauges

Stocks shake it off
Crime|Political|US|World

A grand jury indicts Louisiana's attorney general in a fight over changes to New Orleans courts

Louisiana’s attorney general has been indicted over accusations she threatened the jobs of New Orleans leaders who fought a Republican-led overhaul of local courts in the heavily Democratic city

A grand jury indicts Louisiana's attorney general in a fight over changes to New Orleans courts
Sports|World

Croatia vs. Portugal: What happened in those final, chaotic minutes

In the 109th minute of a wild, pulsating, nerve-shredding World Cup match for the ages, referee Espen Eskås finally called time

Croatia vs. Portugal: What happened in those final, chaotic minutes
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

Venezuela's interim leader angrily defends earthquake response

Venezuela's acting President Delcy Rodríguez has defended her government's response to last week's devastating earthquakes

Venezuela's interim leader angrily defends earthquake response
Business|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump got the Senate candidates he wanted. How much will he spend to help them?

President Donald Trump has reshaped the U.S. Senate map by sidelining some Republican incumbents and promoting loyalists

Trump got the Senate candidates he wanted. How much will he spend to help them?
Crime|Political|US|World

Air Force to investigate officer who called for Trump impeachment

The U.S.

Air Force to investigate officer who called for Trump impeachment
Technology|World

Inside Taiwan's nightmare scenario: Chinese blockade, earthquake, sabotage and invasion

It was a nightmare scenario for Taiwan: a Chinese blockade, a strong earthquake seized on

Inside Taiwan's nightmare scenario: Chinese blockade, earthquake, sabotage and invasion
Americas|Europe|Sports|World

Mikel Oyarzabal's 2 goals send dominant Spain past Austria 3-0 and into round of 16 at the World Cup

Mikel Oyarzabal scored two goals and Spain beat Austria 3-0 for its first World Cup victory in a knockout match since winning the title in 2010

Mikel Oyarzabal's 2 goals send dominant Spain past Austria 3-0 and into round of 16 at the World Cup
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Iran warns oil tankers to use approved routes in Strait of Hormuz or face a 'forceful response'

Iran’s joint military command has warned that all oil tankers moving through the Strait of Hormuz must use its approved routes or face a “forceful response.”

Iran warns oil tankers to use approved routes in Strait of Hormuz or face a 'forceful response'
Education|Europe|Health|Political|World

UK formally apologizes for state's role in forcing unwed mothers to give up babies for adoption

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has formally apologized for the British state's role in separating unmarried mothers from their babies

UK formally apologizes for state's role in forcing unwed mothers to give up babies for adoption
Business|Economy|World

India's Modi to visit Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand next week

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand next week, the Indian Foreign Ministry said on Friday, as New Delhi seeks to

India's Modi to visit Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand next week
Business|Economy|World

China's June services activity slows slightly, private PMI shows

China's services activity expanded at a slightly slower pace in June as growth in new business eased, though overseas demand rose at the fastest rate in 20 months, a

China's June services activity slows slightly, private PMI shows
Americas|Crime|World

Venezuela's Rodriguez defends earthquake response after days of criticism

Venezuela's Interim President Delcy Rodriguez on Thursday rejected allegations that

Venezuela's Rodriguez defends earthquake response after days of criticism
Election|Political|US|World

Democratic governors press US Postal Service to drop plan tied to Trump's election order

A group of Democratic governors is asking the U.S. Postal Service to withdraw its proposed rule to comply with an executive order that seeks to create a federal list of eligible voters, including those eligible to receive a ballot by mail

Democratic governors press US Postal Service to drop plan tied to Trump's election order
Europe|Sports|World

Ramos, Ronaldo score as Portugal comes back to beat Croatia 2-1

Goncalo Ramos headed in a pass from Rafael Leao in stoppage time as Cristiano Ronaldo, who had earlier converted a penalty kick, watched from the bench as Portugal defeated Croatia 2-1, ending Luka Modrić’s fifth bid for a World Cup

Ramos, Ronaldo score as Portugal comes back to beat Croatia 2-1
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

Carney and Marcos deepen Canada-Philippines ties as Ottawa looks beyond US trade

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney welcomed Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to Canada for the first visit by a Philippine leader in more than a decade as the two countries deepen economic and security ties

Carney and Marcos deepen Canada-Philippines ties as Ottawa looks beyond US trade
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Kioxia ships next-gen memory samples as AI boom fuels dramatic comeback

Kioxia on Friday held a ceremony at its fab in northern Japan as the chipmaker, whose shares have rocketed due to the AI investment boom, begins

Kioxia ships next-gen memory samples as AI boom fuels dramatic comeback
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|World

Brazil implements new regulations for meat exports to EU, Globo Rural reports

Brazil's Agriculture Ministry has started to implement new inspection procedures on the production of meat and meat derivatives to address trade requirements from the

Brazil implements new regulations for meat exports to EU, Globo Rural reports
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|Travel|World

Soccer-Scaloni hails '12th man' as Argentina fans hit Miami

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said the country's football fans were like a 12th man for the team as thousands of them landed in Miami on Thursday, the eve of their World Cup

Soccer-Scaloni hails '12th man' as Argentina fans hit Miami
World

Trump administration cannot hold migrants without bond hearings past 90 days, court rules

A divided U.S. appeals court on Thursday restricted the Trump administration's ability to subject thousands of immigrants to mandatory detention while their

Trump administration cannot hold migrants without bond hearings past 90 days, court rules
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Japan's services activity returns to growth in June, PMI shows

Japan's services sector returned to expansion in June after stalling the previous month, though business confidence remained subdued amid concerns over Middle East tensions

Japan's services activity returns to growth in June, PMI shows
Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|World

'Right under our noses and nobody was able to help them.' 16 kids found in squalor shocks Ohio town

The discovery of 16 siblings living in deplorable conditions in rural Ohio has left people wondering why the life-threatening squalor wasn’t detected earlier

'Right under our noses and nobody was able to help them.' 16 kids found in squalor shocks Ohio town
MidEast|Political|Sports|World

US eases restriction on Iran's World Cup team, allowing travel 2 days before next match

The U.S. is easing its restrictions on Iran’s World Cup team

US eases restriction on Iran's World Cup team, allowing travel 2 days before next match
Sports|World

Spain goalkeeper Unai Simón sets World Cup record with 519 straight scoreless minutes in net

Spain goalkeeper Unai Simón has the longest shutout streak in World Cup history

Spain goalkeeper Unai Simón sets World Cup record with 519 straight scoreless minutes in net
Sports|Travel|World

Iran heads home after a heartbreaking World Cup knockout, but fans say players should be proud

The Iranian national team has left North America, departing from its World Cup home in Mexico following a tournament marked by repeated disagreements with U.S. officials, flashes of athletic brilliance and, ultimately, disappointment over barely missing out on advancing beyond the group stage

Iran heads home after a heartbreaking World Cup knockout, but fans say players should be proud
Business|Entertainment|Sports|World

US win over Bosnia-Herzegovina most-watched soccer telecast in English language history

The United States has World Cup fever

US win over Bosnia-Herzegovina most-watched soccer telecast in English language history
Arts|Political|World

Rare copy of Declaration of Independence found by UK National Archives in papers of captured US ship

Michael Scurr, a volunteer at Britain’s National Archives, has discovered a rare early copy of the Declaration of Independence

Rare copy of Declaration of Independence found by UK National Archives in papers of captured US ship
Economy|Political|Technology|World

Flavio Bolsonaro proposes keeping Brazil's Pix away from non-Western payment networks

Senator Flavio Bolsonaro, President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's main rival ahead of Brazil's October presidential election, has proposed barring the

Flavio Bolsonaro proposes keeping Brazil's Pix away from non-Western payment networks
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Consumer confidence in New Zealand rebounds as inflation outlook softens

Consumer confidence in New Zealand rose in June as two-year inflation expectations eased, returning nearer to January levels before the oil price spike, ANZ-Roy Morgan data

Consumer confidence in New Zealand rebounds as inflation outlook softens
Crime|US|World

Watchdog faults Secret Service for missing 102 radio calls during 2024 Trump shooting

The U.S.

Watchdog faults Secret Service for missing 102 radio calls during 2024 Trump shooting
Americas|Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Soccer-Congo shirts to key chains, fans flock for World Cup mementos

The World Cup has captured the imagination of fans across the United States, no better illustrated than

Soccer-Congo shirts to key chains, fans flock for World Cup mementos
Crime|Political|World

US says it supports Pakistan's right to defend itself against 'terrorist attacks'

The U.S.

US says it supports Pakistan's right to defend itself against 'terrorist attacks'
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia bombards Kyiv in deadliest strike this year, killing at least 30 people

Russia launched hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles at Ukraine's capital Kyiv in the early hours of Thursday, killing at least 30

Russia bombards Kyiv in deadliest strike this year, killing at least 30 people
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Moody's expects Fujimori's government in Peru to boost investor confidence

Ratings agency Moody's expects Peru's President-elect Keiko Fujimori to bolster investor confidence and preserve policy continuity, helping the Andean nation sustain growth

Moody's expects Fujimori's government in Peru to boost investor confidence
Travel|World

Turkey blocks American LGBTQ+ cruise from docking, citing ‘moral standards’

Turkey blocks American LGBTQ+ cruise from docking, citing ‘moral standards’

Turkey blocks American LGBTQ+ cruise from docking, citing ‘moral standards’
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Political|US|World

Supreme Court declines to halt $800-a-day fine for ex-Fox News reporter refusing to divulge sources

The Supreme Court has declined to intervene after a judge ordered former Fox News reporter Catherine Herridge to be fined $800 a day

Supreme Court declines to halt $800-a-day fine for ex-Fox News reporter refusing to divulge sources
Business|Crime|Entertainment|US|World

No indications of engine problems in deadly Missouri skydiving crash last month, NTSB says

No indications of engine problems in deadly Missouri skydiving crash last month, NTSB says

No indications of engine problems in deadly Missouri skydiving crash last month, NTSB says
Health|Political|US|World

Sen. Mitch McConnell remains hospitalized as ‘he continues his recovery,’ spokesperson says

Sen. Mitch McConnell remains hospitalized as ‘he continues his recovery,’ spokesperson says

Sen. Mitch McConnell remains hospitalized as ‘he continues his recovery,’ spokesperson says
Arts|Entertainment|Sports|World

How 'Country Roads' became the soundtrack of the US team's World Cup run

John Denver’s “Take Me Home, Country Roads” has become the unofficial anthem of the U.S. men’s national soccer team at the World Cup, with players and fans singing it together after victories

How 'Country Roads' became the soundtrack of the US team's World Cup run
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

The Latest: Trump plans new rule that he says could save Medicare patients $1.1 billion

The Trump administration is proposing a new rule to keep hospitals from charging markups on discounted drugs for Medicare patients and says that could save consumers $1.1 billion next year, according to estimates obtained by the AP

The Latest: Trump plans new rule that he says could save Medicare patients $1.1 billion
Sports|Travel|World

Soccer-Across the parking lot from the World Cup, baseball beckons

World Cup fans making their way into Kansas City's match venue are met right across the parking lot by an unmistakable reminder of a U.S.

Soccer-Across the parking lot from the World Cup, baseball beckons
Africa|Political|World

Somalia peacekeeping mission at risk as US blocks UN support, sources say

The United States has said it will prevent the United Nations from supporting an African Union peacekeeping mission in

Somalia peacekeeping mission at risk as US blocks UN support, sources say
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Google disrupts NetNut proxy network used in malware operations

Alphabet's Google said on Thursday it weakened a network of internet-connected devices being used to conceal and route malicious online traffic, acting against the NetNut

Google disrupts NetNut proxy network used in malware operations
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Lockheed Martin leads race for Advent's Ultra Maritime in $3.5 billion deal, FT reports

Lockheed Martin is leading the race to acquire Ultra Maritime, owned by private-equity firm Advent International, in a deal that could value the naval defence business at about $3.5

Lockheed Martin leads race for Advent's Ultra Maritime in $3.5 billion deal, FT reports
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Dow jumps to record closing high after soft US jobs data, Nasdaq down with chip shares

The Dow rose more than 1% to a record closing high on Thursday ahead of the long holiday weekend as a softer-than-expected U.S. jobs

Dow jumps to record closing high after soft US jobs data, Nasdaq down with chip shares
Crime|Political|Science|Technology|World

US Department of Homeland Security says it is probing a cyber breach at information-sharing network

The Department of Homeland Security said on Thursday it was investigating a breach in an unnamed information-sharing network.

US Department of Homeland Security says it is probing a cyber breach at information-sharing network
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Trading Day: Chips are down, and so are payrolls

Wall Street was mixed on Thursday as weakness in semiconductors weighed on the Nasdaq, while the dollar dropped after a soft employment report eased rate-

Trading Day: Chips are down, and so are payrolls
Crime|Political|Sports|US|World

Former Olympian indicted on felony charge over alleged Reflecting Pool vandalism

A former Olympian has been indicted on a felony charge for alleged vandalism of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool

Former Olympian indicted on felony charge over alleged Reflecting Pool vandalism
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Anisimova avoids Wimbledon upset with 20 aces in win over Kenin. Swiatek, Zverev also advance

Amanda Anisimova served three of her 20 aces in the deciding tiebreaker to hold off Sofia Kenin 6-2, 4-6, 7-6 (3) and reach the third round at Wimbledon as Kate, the Princess of Wales, visited the All England Club

Anisimova avoids Wimbledon upset with 20 aces in win over Kenin. Swiatek, Zverev also advance
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Explosive device goes off in cafe in Syria's capital, killing at least 9 people

Syria’s Health Ministry says an explosive device has detonated in a Damascus cafe, killing at least nine people and wounding 20 others

Explosive device goes off in cafe in Syria's capital, killing at least 9 people
Americas|Europe|Sports|World

Spain waltzes past Austria into the World Cup Round of 16

Spain waltzes past Austria into the World Cup Round of 16

Spain waltzes past Austria into the World Cup Round of 16
Europe|Political|World

Russia lands heavy strikes on Ukraine's capital, killing at least 21

Russia has launched a massive drone and missile attack on Kyiv, killing at least 21 civilians in the city and injuring many more

Russia lands heavy strikes on Ukraine's capital, killing at least 21
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Environment|Health|World

Venezuelan security guard pulled alive from building basement 8 days after twin quakes

Rescuers have pulled a 43-year-old security guard alive from a collapsed basement, ending a grueling dayslong operation that became a symbol of hope after the devastation of twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela eight days earlier

Venezuelan security guard pulled alive from building basement 8 days after twin quakes
Crime|Political|US|World

ICE arrests 10,000 in 5 days, a sharp late-June surge in Trump's deportation push

Immigration and Customs Enforcement has arrested 10,000 people over a five-day period at the end of June

ICE arrests 10,000 in 5 days, a sharp late-June surge in Trump's deportation push
Business|Economy|Stock Markets|Technology|World

The Dow hits a record as most of Wall Street rises, but slumping AI stocks keep indexes mixed

Most U.S. stocks rose, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average set another record, but more drops for chip stocks and other AI winners kept indexes mixed

The Dow hits a record as most of Wall Street rises, but slumping AI stocks keep indexes mixed
Crime|Sports|US|World

Former Olympic canoeist indicted for allegedly damaging Reflecting Pool

Former Olympic canoeist indicted for allegedly damaging Reflecting Pool

Former Olympic canoeist indicted for allegedly damaging Reflecting Pool
Science|Technology|World

Planet found orbiting a dead star could preview what will happen to our solar system

Planet found orbiting a dead star could preview what will happen to our solar system

Planet found orbiting a dead star could preview what will happen to our solar system
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Dollar slides after jobs data, chipmakers weigh on stocks

A gauge of stocks across the world ended little changed on Thursday as declining semiconductor shares were offset by optimism over the future path of

Dollar slides after jobs data, chipmakers weigh on stocks
Business|Science|Technology|World

Amazon to start initial Leo internet service this year as network nears 400 satellites

Amazon expects to roll out initial internet service with its Leo broadband satellite network later this year after the company's latest launch put the

Amazon to start initial Leo internet service this year as network nears 400 satellites
Environment|Health|Sports|World

Soccer-Fans keep up World Cup spirit in extreme Philly heat

World Cup fans are being confronted with punishing temperatures in Philadelphia this week, as a heat dome threatened to add extra

Soccer-Fans keep up World Cup spirit in extreme Philly heat
Arts|Entertainment|Interview|Opinion|Political|Travel|World

'Awesome.' 'Sad.' 'Let's keep democracy going.' Americans weigh in on state of a 250-year-old nation

Many Americans are celebrating their country’s 250th birthday by trying to block out the noise of national division

'Awesome.' 'Sad.' 'Let's keep democracy going.' Americans weigh in on state of a 250-year-old nation
Arts|Environment|Science|Sports|World

Wimbledon kept its courts lush green as other London lawns browned in record heat

Grass in much of London turned brown last week amid a record heat wave that made Britain and the rest of Europe sizzle

Wimbledon kept its courts lush green as other London lawns browned in record heat
Sports|Travel|World

Portugal wraps up World Cup stay in Palm Beach Gardens

Portugal wraps up World Cup stay in Palm Beach Gardens

Portugal wraps up World Cup stay in Palm Beach Gardens
Europe|Political|World

Members of rebel Catholic group are excommunicated, Vatican says

The Vatican said on Thursday that priests and lay Catholics who are part of a breakaway right-wing Catholic group that ordained bishops without Pope

Members of rebel Catholic group are excommunicated, Vatican says
Americas|Crime|Sports|World

Massachusetts city with large Cape Verdean community sets curfew ahead of World Cup match

A Massachusetts city home to one of the nation’s largest Cape Verdean communities will impose a nighttime curfew ahead of Cape Verde’s World Cup match against Argentina

Massachusetts city with large Cape Verdean community sets curfew ahead of World Cup match
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|World

Man pulled from rubble in ‘miraculous’ rescue 8 days after devastating Venezuela earthquakes

Man pulled from rubble in ‘miraculous’ rescue 8 days after devastating Venezuela earthquakes

Man pulled from rubble in ‘miraculous’ rescue 8 days after devastating Venezuela earthquakes
Business|Entertainment|Sports|Technology|World

StubHub sued by fans who say ticket cancellations crushed dreams of going to World Cup

After weeks of complaints from frustrated fans, StubHub is being sued by customers who say the ticket reseller’s inability to fulfill orders crushed their dreams of going to World Cup

StubHub sued by fans who say ticket cancellations crushed dreams of going to World Cup
Americas|Environment|Political|World

Venezuelans dig by hand as fuel shortages stall rescue efforts

Nearly a week after twin earthquakes devastated La Guaira, citizens continue to dig their friends and family out of the rubble by hand without heavy machinery, as government response falters and outrage grows over a nation rich in oil but starved of gasoline. CNN's Isa Soares speaks with families and US volunteers on the ground in Venezuela.

Venezuelans dig by hand as fuel shortages stall rescue efforts
Education|Environment|Health|Political|Science|Technology|US|World

America 250: Eight decades after Pearl Harbor, DNA technology brings a sailor home

America 250: Eight decades after Pearl Harbor, DNA technology brings a sailor home

America 250: Eight decades after Pearl Harbor, DNA technology brings a sailor home
Environment|Health|World

As Venezuelan morgues fill and the death toll slowly rises, questions remain about how many are truly gone

As Venezuelan morgues fill and the death toll slowly rises, questions remain about how many are truly gone

As Venezuelan morgues fill and the death toll slowly rises, questions remain about how many are truly gone
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Trump administration aims to cut regulations on US commercial fishing

The Trump administration moved to slash commercial fishing regulations from coast to coast on Thursday, including reopening New England waters to scallop

Trump administration aims to cut regulations on US commercial fishing
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Oil gains on short-covering buys ahead of US holiday

Oil prices made small gains on Thursday as buyers sought to assure supply over the long U.S. Independence Day weekend.

Oil gains on short-covering buys ahead of US holiday
Economy|Environment|Europe|World

Europe targets shadow fleet tankers falsely using Cameroon flag, sources say

Europe is taking tougher action against tankers falsely using Cameroon's flag registry to transport Russian oil, including boarding

Europe targets shadow fleet tankers falsely using Cameroon flag, sources say
Crime|Europe|World

When Russia strikes, Kyiv's volunteer rescuers rush to help

Max, a graphic designer, helped find survivors in a Kyiv apartment building blown apart by a Russian missile on Thursday before heading to work — one

When Russia strikes, Kyiv's volunteer rescuers rush to help
Crime|Political|US|World

US judge halts Philadelphia's 'ICE Out' ban on masked federal law enforcement agents

A federal judge on Thursday blocked Philadelphia from enforcing a new city law that would have prohibited federal law enforcement agents from wearing masks, ruling

US judge halts Philadelphia's 'ICE Out' ban on masked federal law enforcement agents
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Weak jobs, declining labor force, could renew Fed debate over state of labor market

A weaker-than-expected jobs report could renew debate at the U.S.

Weak jobs, declining labor force, could renew Fed debate over state of labor market
World

Rebel Catholic group in Switzerland unrepentant over excommunication

Members of a breakaway Catholic group excommunicated over the ordination of four bishops were unrepentant on Thursday, accusing the Church of

Rebel Catholic group in Switzerland unrepentant over excommunication
Arts|Business|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Blast at Damascus cafe kills nine, wounds 20, Syrian interior ministry says

A bomb blast at a cafe in central Damascus on Thursday killed nine people and wounded 20 others, Syria's interior ministry said.

Blast at Damascus cafe kills nine, wounds 20, Syrian interior ministry says
Crime|Europe|World

Hungary revokes refugee status of fugitive minister, Poland says

Hungary's new government revoked the refugee status of a fugitive former Polish minister and his deputy, Poland's government said on Thursday, as it tries to bring the pair

Hungary revokes refugee status of fugitive minister, Poland says
Economy|Political|World

Iran prepares to bury slain supreme leader with week of mass mourning

Iran's ruling clerics are preparing days of mass funeral rites for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Iran prepares to bury slain supreme leader with week of mass mourning
Arts|Asia|Crime|Health|Political|World

Hong Kong bookseller Lam Wing-kee, once detained by China, dies in Taipei, report says

Hong Kong bookseller Lam Wing-kee, who fled to Taiwan amid fears of Chinese persecution, has died at the age of 70, the South China Morning Post reported on Thursday, citing

Hong Kong bookseller Lam Wing-kee, once detained by China, dies in Taipei, report says
Business|Crime|Economy|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|US|World

Families of 7 killed in Esparto fireworks explosion hold vigil one year later, continue push for justice

Families of 7 killed in Esparto fireworks explosion hold vigil one year later, continue push for justice

Families of 7 killed in Esparto fireworks explosion hold vigil one year later, continue push for justice
Business|Economy|World

Canada aims to announce 10 countries backing global defence bank at NATO summit

Canada is aiming to announce around 10 founding nations for a global defence bank at next week's NATO summit in Turkey

Canada aims to announce 10 countries backing global defence bank at NATO summit
Entertainment|Sports|Travel|World

Irish cyclist completes Route 66 journey with pending world record

Irish cyclist completes Route 66 journey with pending world record

Irish cyclist completes Route 66 journey with pending world record
Interview|Lifestyle|Sports|Travel|World

Man plans to set sail for milestone solo voyage around the world

Man plans to set sail for milestone solo voyage around the world

Man plans to set sail for milestone solo voyage around the world
Business|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Norris says reports Verstappen's interested in McLaren move are cool, but not serious

Lando Norris says reports that Max Verstappen has considered a move to McLaren are “a cool thing” to hear but “not a serious thing” as speculation swirls in Formula 1 about a switch which could create a lineup of two champions

Norris says reports Verstappen's interested in McLaren move are cool, but not serious
Political|Travel|World

Pope’s July 4 visit to migrant hotspot sends a veiled message to US leaders

Pope’s July 4 visit to migrant hotspot sends a veiled message to US leaders

Pope’s July 4 visit to migrant hotspot sends a veiled message to US leaders
Europe|World

Breakaway Catholic group excommunicated after defying warnings from Pope Leo

Breakaway Catholic group excommunicated after defying warnings from Pope Leo

Breakaway Catholic group excommunicated after defying warnings from Pope Leo
Sports|US|World

Soft-spoken Malik Tillman delivers a loud statement with his bloody sock goal at the World Cup

Malik Tillman is soft-spoken off the field with his interviews often given at a volume just above a whisper

Soft-spoken Malik Tillman delivers a loud statement with his bloody sock goal at the World Cup
Health|Science|World

Researchers launch study on Ebola treatments as Congo outbreak worsens

Researchers are beginning a highly anticipated study of two possible treatments for the Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo

Researchers launch study on Ebola treatments as Congo outbreak worsens
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Tesla sales jumped last quarter in a possible sign the worst of the Musk backlash is behind it

Tesla car sales jumped over the past three months in a possible sign the worst of the boycotts against the automaker and lost market share to rivals are behind it

Tesla sales jumped last quarter in a possible sign the worst of the Musk backlash is behind it
World

Excommunications show a Pope Leo unafraid of making firm decisions

Pope Leo said during his inaugural Mass last year that he would seek to unify the Catholic Church after years of fraught divisions and vowed he would

Excommunications show a Pope Leo unafraid of making firm decisions
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

Russian fuel crisis prompts rush for Chinese electric cars

A Moscow car dealership is struggling to keep up with demand for new electric vehicles from China as drivers look to sidestep a

Russian fuel crisis prompts rush for Chinese electric cars
Health|Science|World

Trial for Bundibugyo Ebola treatment starts in DRC, WHO says

A treatment trial for the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo enrolled its first patient on Thursday, marking a

Trial for Bundibugyo Ebola treatment starts in DRC, WHO says
Crime|Health|Political|World

Canadian court publication ban in Quebec militia case raises press-freedom concerns

A Canadian court has banned publication of facts related to an alleged plot to seize land for an anti-government militia, drawing criticism from press-freedom

Canadian court publication ban in Quebec militia case raises press-freedom concerns
Environment|Europe|World

Firefighters battle blazes in southern France after European heatwave

Two thousand firefighters were battling several wildfires fanned by strong winds along France's Mediterranean coast on Thursday, as the region grappled

Firefighters battle blazes in southern France after European heatwave
Crime|Entertainment|US|World

2 arrested, arraigned after scaling top of Empire State Building

2 arrested, arraigned after scaling top of Empire State Building

2 arrested, arraigned after scaling top of Empire State Building
Sports|World

The USA’s red card controversy explained and why the decision won’t be overturned

The USA’s red card controversy explained and why the decision won’t be overturned

The USA’s red card controversy explained and why the decision won’t be overturned
Science|Technology|World

Last-minute launch problem delays satellite rescue mission for NASA

A rush rescue mission to save a NASA space telescope remains grounded, this time because of a last-minute launch problem

Last-minute launch problem delays satellite rescue mission for NASA
Economy|Health|Science|Technology|World

Once a source of national pride, Cuba's healthcare system declines as energy shortages deepen crisis

Irisleydis Tristá, a cancer patient in Cuba, has been unable to get a crucial CT scan for seven months because the machine at Havana’s leading hospital is broken

Once a source of national pride, Cuba's healthcare system declines as energy shortages deepen crisis
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Colombia president-elect seeks public debt refinancing

Colombia's President-elect Abelardo De La Espriella said on Thursday he has instructed incoming Finance Minister Miguel Gomez to travel to Washington to meet international

Colombia president-elect seeks public debt refinancing
Environment|Europe|Health|Political|World

French government to face no-confidence vote over heatwave handling

French Green party lawmakers on Thursday filed a no-confidence motion against the government over its handling of a severe heatwave in late June, as the country braces for a

French government to face no-confidence vote over heatwave handling
Business|Economy|World

Bank of England's Mann suggests reduced rate hike bets boost case for action

Bank of England policymaker Catherine Mann said on Thursday that a reduction in markets' expectations for BoE rate increases since June's Monetary Policy

Bank of England's Mann suggests reduced rate hike bets boost case for action
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Canadian factory PMI edges higher despite war-linked supply disruptions

Canada's manufacturing sector expanded further in June as production and employment rose, but not all was positive for the sector as intensifying supply

Canadian factory PMI edges higher despite war-linked supply disruptions
Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU determined to resolve standoff over Bosnia envoy, Kallas says

The EU is determined to find a strong candidate for the post of international peace envoy for Bosnia and Herzegovina, EU foreign chief Kaja Kallas said on Thursday, to

EU determined to resolve standoff over Bosnia envoy, Kallas says
Arts|Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|World

Former UK pop star Gary Glitter charged with non-recent sexual offences

British prosecutors on Thursday charged former UK pop star Paul Gadd, better known by his stage name Gary Glitter, with unlawful sexual intercourse with a girl aged under 13

Former UK pop star Gary Glitter charged with non-recent sexual offences
Crime|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Albanian police use teargas to disperse anti-graft demonstrators

Albanian police used water cannons and teargas on Thursday to disperse anti-government protesters in front of parliament who threw eggs and flour at police

Albanian police use teargas to disperse anti-graft demonstrators
Business|Economy|World

Fed seen less likely to raise rates as job growth slows

Federal Reserve policymakers have less reason to deliver an interest-rate hike later this month, traders bet on Thursday, after a government report showed the U.S. economy added far

Fed seen less likely to raise rates as job growth slows
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump-backed organizer of America’s 250th birthday events may have duped donors, report from House Democrats alleges

Trump-backed organizer of America’s 250th birthday events may have duped donors, report from House Democrats alleges

Trump-backed organizer of America’s 250th birthday events may have duped donors, report from House Democrats alleges
Economy|Environment|Health|World

Northern Nigeria hunger reaches worst levels in nearly a decade, WFP says

More than 17 million people across nine conflict-hit states in northern Nigeria face severe hunger, the U.N. food agency said on Thursday, warning that violence and funding

Northern Nigeria hunger reaches worst levels in nearly a decade, WFP says
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Merz's reforms have potential - eventually - to boost German growth

A late-night deal agreed by Chancellor Friedrich Merz's ruling coalition on a long-awaited package of reforms has the potential to give Germany's anaemic

Merz's reforms have potential - eventually - to boost German growth
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wall St opens higher after June jobs report eases rate-hike bets

Wall Street's main indexes opened higher on Thursday after a softer-than-expected employment report for June tempered expectations for interest-rate hikes by the Federal Reserve.

Wall St opens higher after June jobs report eases rate-hike bets
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Blue Owl keeps withdrawal cap as redemption requests remain elevated

Blue Owl Capital maintained a 5% quarterly withdrawal limit for two of its private credit funds as redemption requests remained substantially

Blue Owl keeps withdrawal cap as redemption requests remain elevated
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Dollar slides after soft jobs report, yen surges

The dollar fell sharply on Thursday after the closely watched June employment report showed U.S. employers added far fewer

Dollar slides after soft jobs report, yen surges
Environment|Health|World

Heat wave caused some 480 excess deaths in Netherlands, health authorities say

Last week's unprecedented heat wave led to around 480 excess deaths in the Netherlands, Dutch health authorities said on Thursday.

Heat wave caused some 480 excess deaths in Netherlands, health authorities say
Business|Economy|Technology|US|World

US factory orders fall in May, weighed down by weak demand for commercial aircraft

New orders for U.S. factory goods fell in May amid a decline in bookings for commercial aircraft, but demand elsewhere remained strong, partly driven by investment in

US factory orders fall in May, weighed down by weak demand for commercial aircraft
Africa|Crime|Political|World

ICC confirms Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger move to leave court

Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger have initiated a year-long process of withdrawing from the International Criminal Court (ICC), the court said in a statement.

ICC confirms Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger move to leave court
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Hedge funds reap June gains by piling into short bets but lose on oil, sources say

Hedge funds trading stocks finished June with double-digit returns for the year so far, helped by their ability to successfully navigate already crowded

Hedge funds reap June gains by piling into short bets but lose on oil, sources say
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Albanian police use tear gas and pepper spray as Tirana protest turns violent

Albanian police clashed with protesters in Tirana during a demonstration against government corruption and a luxury development linked to Jared Kushner, son-in-law of U.S. President Donald Trump

Albanian police use tear gas and pepper spray as Tirana protest turns violent
Political|US|World

The Supreme Court tackled race, history and the law in fraught and reflective major rulings

The Supreme Court has wrapped up a term with significant rulings on race and discrimination

The Supreme Court tackled race, history and the law in fraught and reflective major rulings
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|World

A visual guide to the Venezuela earthquakes

A visual guide to the Venezuela earthquakes

A visual guide to the Venezuela earthquakes
Business|Entertainment|Sports|World

What polling shows about Americans’ interest in the World Cup and USMNT

New polling from Ipsos Sports, provided exclusively to The Associated Press, shows that the World Cup has excited soccer fans and piqued many Americans’ interest, even as the sport continues to face an uphill climb to reach mainstream popularity in the United States

What polling shows about Americans’ interest in the World Cup and USMNT
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

OpenAI in talks to give Trump administration a 5% stake in the company, FT reports

OpenAI in talks to give Trump administration a 5% stake in the company, FT reports

OpenAI in talks to give Trump administration a 5% stake in the company, FT reports
Election|Finance|US|World

Trump and Republicans return to communist attacks against Democrats ahead of the midterm elections

President Donald Trump and fellow Republicans are reviving attacks on Democrats, labeling them communists

Trump and Republicans return to communist attacks against Democrats ahead of the midterm elections
Americas|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Ocasio-Cortez endorses Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan Senate race

Ocasio-Cortez endorses Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan Senate race

Ocasio-Cortez endorses Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan Senate race
Health|Lifestyle|Science|World

Alcohol is one of the most dangerous drugs, yet its presence is ubiquitous in social settings and celebrations

Despite growing evidence of alcohol’s harms, it remains deeply embedded in social norms and cultural rituals, both in the US and abroad.

Alcohol is one of the most dangerous drugs, yet its presence is ubiquitous in social settings and celebrations
Europe|Political|World

EU and US concerned by China's new ethnic unity law which targets people overseas

The United States and the European Union expressed concern on Thursday about China's new law on ethnic unity that went into effect this week and gives Beijing the legal

EU and US concerned by China's new ethnic unity law which targets people overseas
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Google loses fight against record €4.1 billion EU antitrust fine

Alphabet's Google on Thursday lost its long-running fight against a record EU antitrust fine for using its Android mobile operating

Google loses fight against record €4.1 billion EU antitrust fine
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Spain's amnesty drive brings 600,000 migrants into formal economy during application review

Some 609,737 of the 1.17 million migrants in Spain who applied for legal status in its recent amnesty drive have obtained temporary work permits, government officials said

Spain's amnesty drive brings 600,000 migrants into formal economy during application review
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

Tesla's China-made EV sales rise 24.4% year on year in June

Tesla's China-made electric vehicle sales rose for an eighth month in June, supported by an extended recovery in the U.S. automaker's European sales.

Tesla's China-made EV sales rise 24.4% year on year in June
Arts|Sports|World

Folarin Balogun’s red card will be hotly debated, but it revealed something about the USA that can’t be taken away

Folarin Balogun’s red card will be hotly debated, but it revealed something about the USA that can’t be taken away

Folarin Balogun’s red card will be hotly debated, but it revealed something about the USA that can’t be taken away
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

OpenAI proposes handing Trump administration a 5% stake, FT reports

OpenAI has discussed giving the U.S. government a 5% stake, the Financial Times reported on Thursday, as AI firms face scrutiny in Washington over the likely misuse of advanced

OpenAI proposes handing Trump administration a 5% stake, FT reports
World

What to know about SSPX, the Catholic traditionalists in new schism

The Vatican said on Thursday that priests and lay Catholics who are part of the Society of St.

What to know about SSPX, the Catholic traditionalists in new schism
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

European regulators step up scrutiny of Big Tech

European regulators have launched a series of antitrust, privacy and online safety investigations into major technology companies in recent years.

European regulators step up scrutiny of Big Tech
Education|Opinion|Political|World

As the US turns 250, a forgotten founding influence helps explain its current unease

Montesquieu shaped how Americans understood liberty, and his warning about a ‘tyranny of opinion’ speaks to today’s polarization.

As the US turns 250, a forgotten founding influence helps explain its current unease
Education|Political|Science|Technology|World

Military voters were at the heart of the Supreme Court’s mail-in ballot decision

Mail-in voting was created during the Civil War so soldiers could vote. That legacy helped shape how the Supreme Court ruled more than 160 years later.

Military voters were at the heart of the Supreme Court’s mail-in ballot decision
Americas|Crime|US|World

Two dead after 'multi-jurisdictional' manhunt, standoff in Massachusetts, officials say

Two dead after 'multi-jurisdictional' manhunt, standoff in Massachusetts, officials say

Two dead after 'multi-jurisdictional' manhunt, standoff in Massachusetts, officials say
Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Opinion|Political|World

Supreme Court's birthright citizenship ruling brings relief to immigrant advocacy group in Baltimore

Supreme Court's birthright citizenship ruling brings relief to immigrant advocacy group in Baltimore

Supreme Court's birthright citizenship ruling brings relief to immigrant advocacy group in Baltimore
Crime|Education|US|World

Investigators pinpoint haunting echoes between Texas child disasters

Investigators pinpoint haunting echoes between Texas child disasters

Investigators pinpoint haunting echoes between Texas child disasters
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Top EU court dismisses Google appeal of $4.5 billion antitrust fine

Judges at the European Union's top court have dismissed Google's appeal against a 4.1 billion euro antitrust fine

Top EU court dismisses Google appeal of $4.5 billion antitrust fine
Entertainment|Sports|US|World

The USA holds on for historic World Cup win over Bosnia and Herzegovina, advance to play Belgium

The USA holds on for historic World Cup win over Bosnia and Herzegovina, advance to play Belgium

The USA holds on for historic World Cup win over Bosnia and Herzegovina, advance to play Belgium
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

Trump administration’s $46 billion 'smart wall' races ahead on the US-Mexico border

The United States is rapidly building what it calls a “smart wall” on the Mexico border, combining tall steel fencing with advanced technology like sensors and cameras

Trump administration’s $46 billion 'smart wall' races ahead on the US-Mexico border
Environment|Health|Interview|Science|World

Heat waves are getting hotter. Can you guess why?

CNN News Central's Sara Sidner speaks with Ashley Ward, director of the Heat Policy Innovation Hub at Duke University's Nicholas Institute, about what's causing the world's heat waves to grow more intense.

Heat waves are getting hotter. Can you guess why?
Crime|Political|US|World

Colorado governor fires two clemency board members who spoke out about Tina Peters’ commutation

Colorado governor fires two clemency board members who spoke out about Tina Peters’ commutation

Colorado governor fires two clemency board members who spoke out about Tina Peters’ commutation
Europe|Political|World

Russia, after heavy strike on Kyiv, says it will keep increasing pressure on Ukraine

Russia said on Thursday it would keep increasing pressure on Ukraine, following a massive overnight strike on Kyiv that killed at least 17 people and wounded scores.

Russia, after heavy strike on Kyiv, says it will keep increasing pressure on Ukraine
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Verisk estimates over $10 billion in economic losses from Venezuela earthquake

Catastrophe and risk modeling firm Verisk said on Thursday it expects economic losses from the Venezuelan earthquake to exceed $10 billion.

Verisk estimates over $10 billion in economic losses from Venezuela earthquake
Business|Crime|Environment|Health|World

Beijing identifies pilot killed in crash into city's tallest building

The pilot killed when a plane crashed into Beijing's tallest building last Friday was a 66-year-old man surnamed Liu, Beijing's Chaoyang district government said on

Beijing identifies pilot killed in crash into city's tallest building
Europe|Political|World

Lithuania moves to end nuclear weapon ban as 'situation getting worse'

Lithuania's parliamentary parties have agreed on a plan to lift a constitutional ban on nuclear weapons and foreign military bases in the Baltic nation,

Lithuania moves to end nuclear weapon ban as 'situation getting worse'
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Europe growth hit more by China exports than bigger trade gap, Goldman says

The bigger drag on European Union growth is losing market share to China rather than a widening trade deficit with the Asian country, Goldman Sachs

Europe growth hit more by China exports than bigger trade gap, Goldman says
Crime|Political|World

Greek ruling party calls for protests after firebomb kills candidate's mother

Greece's governing New Democracy party called on Thursday for its supporters to take to the streets in protest after the 72-year-old mother of one of its

Greek ruling party calls for protests after firebomb kills candidate's mother
MidEast|Political|World

Syrian foreign minister says Syria open to meeting Hezbollah, Lebanese state media reports

Syria's foreign minister said during a visit to Beirut on Thursday that Damascus was open to meeting the Iran-backed Lebanese group

Syrian foreign minister says Syria open to meeting Hezbollah, Lebanese state media reports
Economy|Europe|World

EU tells Armenia 'you can count on us' as Russia keeps up economic pressure

The European Union pledged an additional €18 million in economic support for Armenia on Thursday and liberalised some export rules for its goods as Brussels seeks to shore up

EU tells Armenia 'you can count on us' as Russia keeps up economic pressure
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Europe|Finance|Technology|World

Britain's Paramount-Warner review may be aimed at commitments, not a veto

Britain's threat to intervene in the $110 billion Paramount-Warner deal could be less about blocking the transaction than extracting commitments on UK news,

Britain's Paramount-Warner review may be aimed at commitments, not a veto
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Churning chips

What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets The U.S. jobs report will clearly dominate the day ahead for markets,

Churning chips
Election|Political|World

In Brazil, a Bolsonaro family rift exposes the right's struggle with women voters

A widening rift between far-right Brazilian Senator Flavio Bolsonaro and his stepmother, former first lady

In Brazil, a Bolsonaro family rift exposes the right's struggle with women voters
Economy|Education|Political|World

Hungary to launch $128 million school-start benefit scheme

Hungary will launch a means-tested school-start benefit program at a cost of 40 billion forints ($128.41 million) per year, Prime Minister Peter Magyar said on Thursday,

Hungary to launch $128 million school-start benefit scheme
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US Supreme Court supercharges its 'shadow docket,' dividing the justices

When the U.S.

US Supreme Court supercharges its 'shadow docket,' dividing the justices
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Progressive surge complicates Democrats’ midterms focus on prices

Democrats head into November’s midterm elections with potential advantages, including the

Progressive surge complicates Democrats’ midterms focus on prices
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India to send minister, governor to Ali Khamenei funeral

India said on Thursday that its deputy foreign minister and a state governor would represent the country at the state funeral of Iran's former Supreme Leader Ayatollah

India to send minister, governor to Ali Khamenei funeral
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Amazon vows action against India delivery partner after fire probe concludes

Amazon said on Thursday it will take "appropriate action" against a third-party delivery partner in India once a police investigation into a fire that

Amazon vows action against India delivery partner after fire probe concludes
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UK's Starmer apologises over forced adoptions, decries a 'stain on our history'

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer apologised on Thursday to women forced to give up their babies or separated from their mothers at birth under a system of

UK's Starmer apologises over forced adoptions, decries a 'stain on our history'
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UK-US pharma deal could lead to nearly 230,000 unnecessary deaths in England, analysis says

UK-US pharma deal could lead to nearly 230,000 unnecessary deaths in England, analysis says

UK-US pharma deal could lead to nearly 230,000 unnecessary deaths in England, analysis says
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How you decide which of more than 30 soccer jerseys to wear to your team’s World Cup game

How you decide which of more than 30 soccer jerseys to wear to your team’s World Cup game

How you decide which of more than 30 soccer jerseys to wear to your team’s World Cup game
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With 556 police officers patrolling a country half the size of Central Park, everyone thought Monaco was safe

With 556 police officers patrolling a country half the size of Central Park, everyone thought Monaco was safe

With 556 police officers patrolling a country half the size of Central Park, everyone thought Monaco was safe
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Bloodier than Stalingrad: Number of casualties in Russia’s war on Ukraine reaches 2 million

Bloodier than Stalingrad: Number of casualties in Russia’s war on Ukraine reaches 2 million

Bloodier than Stalingrad: Number of casualties in Russia’s war on Ukraine reaches 2 million
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As the Pentagon stays quiet, AP reconstructs a US strike that killed over 100 Iranian children

The Feb. 28 attack on a primary school in southeastern Iran was the deadliest reported strike in the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran

As the Pentagon stays quiet, AP reconstructs a US strike that killed over 100 Iranian children
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FACT FOCUS: Iran claims a foreign ship got stuck in Strait of Hormuz. But it is tied to Tehran

Iranian state television claimed this week that a foreign ship got stuck in the Strait of Hormuz after ignoring instructions to use a route laid out by the Islamic Republic’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard

FACT FOCUS: Iran claims a foreign ship got stuck in Strait of Hormuz. But it is tied to Tehran