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Sniping by justices underscores tension over Supreme Court’s ‘shadow docket’

Sniping by justices underscores tension over Supreme Court’s ‘shadow docket’

Sniping by justices underscores tension over Supreme Court’s ‘shadow docket’
Arts|Political|US|World

Trump’s arch gets overwhelmingly negative public feedback but appears poised to move forward

Trump’s arch gets overwhelmingly negative public feedback but appears poised to move forward

Trump’s arch gets overwhelmingly negative public feedback but appears poised to move forward
Europe|Political|US|World

Leo, the first US pope, emerges as pointed Trump critic

Pope Leo last May became the first U.S. leader of the global Catholic Church, but for the initial 10 months of his tenure he mostly avoided comment

Leo, the first US pope, emerges as pointed Trump critic
Economy|Political|World

White House offers no hint of Iran war cost as it seeks military funding surge

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White House offers no hint of Iran war cost as it seeks military funding surge
Crime|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump ally John Eastman is disbarred over bid to overturn 2020 election

The California Supreme Court stripped conservative attorney John Eastman of his law license on Wednesday over his efforts to overturn U.S.

Trump ally John Eastman is disbarred over bid to overturn 2020 election
Africa|Political|World

Pope Leo, in Cameroon, decries world ruled by 'tyrants' after Trump attacks

Pope Leo blasted leaders who spend billions on wars and said the world was "being ravaged by a handful of tyrants", in unusually forceful remarks in Cameroon on

Pope Leo, in Cameroon, decries world ruled by 'tyrants' after Trump attacks
Economy|Finance|Political|World

US senators reassure Taiwan on weapons approvals in coming weeks

The United States will likely approve pending weapons sales to Taiwan in coming weeks, a bipartisan group of senators assured Taiwanese lawmakers in

US senators reassure Taiwan on weapons approvals in coming weeks
Crime|Economy|Political|World

South Africa's Malema faces political crisis after jail sentence in firearm case

Julius Malema, a polarizing figure in South African politics, faces an uncertain political future after being sentenced to five years

South Africa's Malema faces political crisis after jail sentence in firearm case
Business|Economy|Political|World

Iran war exposes weakened state of Britain's armed forces

The Iran war has left Britain's armed forces exposed, heaping pressure on Prime Minister Keir Starmer to act on his promises to invest

Iran war exposes weakened state of Britain's armed forces
Crime|Education|Political|World

Settlers block Palestinian pupils' path to West Bank school with barbed wire

Dozens of Palestinian children have been unable to go to school in the Israeli-occupied West Bank this week because of barbed wire

Settlers block Palestinian pupils' path to West Bank school with barbed wire
Business|Finance|Political|US|World

Army secretary praises general who was fired by Hegseth

Army secretary praises general who was fired by Hegseth

Army secretary praises general who was fired by Hegseth
Americas|Economy|Education|Finance|Political|US|World

Cuba's president says island does not wish for US aggression but ready to fight if needed

Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel says that while Cuba does not want military aggression from the United States, his country is prepared to fight should it happen

Cuba's president says island does not wish for US aggression but ready to fight if needed
MidEast|Political|US|World

House rejects effort to withdraw US forces from the Iran war as Republicans stick with Trump

The House has rejected a resolution requiring President Donald Trump to withdraw U.S. forces from the war with Iran unless Congress authorizes military action

House rejects effort to withdraw US forces from the Iran war as Republicans stick with Trump
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science|Technology|World

Switch off and read, France's Macron tells teenagers

French President Emmanuel Macron urged high school pupils on Thursday to switch off their phones and read,

Switch off and read, France's Macron tells teenagers
Business|Election|Finance|Political|World

India's Modi pushes for more women in bigger parliament in democratic overhaul

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India's Modi pushes for more women in bigger parliament in democratic overhaul
Europe|Political|World

EU and NATO to work to strengthen relationship, von der Leyen says

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Thursday that she agreed with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte to work in the coming weeks to strengthen the

EU and NATO to work to strengthen relationship, von der Leyen says
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Spain calls for joint EU debt issuance to cut costs

Spanish Finance Minister Carlos Cuerpo called on Thursday for more joint EU debt issuance, arguing the lower cost of borrowing that would follow would save taxpayers'

Spain calls for joint EU debt issuance to cut costs
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

IMF says Senegal loan talks positive, more deliberation on debt needed

The International Monetary Fund has held positive discussions with Senegal this week on a potential new loan program, but more time and analysis are needed to come up

IMF says Senegal loan talks positive, more deliberation on debt needed
Business|Economy|Political|World

Weak dividend tax revenue puts Lula’s plan to the test in Brazil

Brazil's new tax on dividends has raised only a fraction of the revenue expected this year, according to unpublished tax data reviewed by Reuters,

Weak dividend tax revenue puts Lula’s plan to the test in Brazil
Business|Economy|Political|World

US military: 'locked and loaded' to strike Iran's power plants, energy industry if ordered

The U.S. naval blockade of Iran is just an example of "polite" behavior during the ongoing ceasefire and U.S. forces are ready to strike

US military: 'locked and loaded' to strike Iran's power plants, energy industry if ordered
Europe|Political|World

Orban's defeat triggers soul-searching, calls for change in Fidesz

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's defeat in the elections on Sunday has prompted calls from some of his loyalists for the conservative leader to

Orban's defeat triggers soul-searching, calls for change in Fidesz
Health|Political|Science|US|World

Kennedy touts new food policies but avoids vaccines in remarks to US Congress

U.S. Health Secretary Robert F.

Kennedy touts new food policies but avoids vaccines in remarks to US Congress
Business|Economy|Political|US

Fed chair nominee Warsh's disclosures don't comply with Senate ethics rules, Senator Warren says

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Fed chair nominee Warsh's disclosures don't comply with Senate ethics rules, Senator Warren says
Africa|Political|World

Pope Leo, in Cameroon, decries 'handful of tyrants' ravaging the world

Pope Leo blasted leaders who spend billions on wars and said the world was "being ravaged by a handful of tyrants", in unusually forceful

Pope Leo, in Cameroon, decries 'handful of tyrants' ravaging the world
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Leftist Sanchez vies with far-right former mayor for spot in Peru's runoff vote

Leftist congressman Roberto Sanchez and far-right former Lima Mayor Rafael Lopez Aliaga were neck-to-neck on Thursday in the race to face conservative Keiko

Leftist Sanchez vies with far-right former mayor for spot in Peru's runoff vote
Crime|Political|US|World

Former Virginia lieutenant governor kills wife, shoots himself, police say

Former Virginia Lieutenant Governor Justin Fairfax fatally shot his wife before killing himself in their northern Virginia home shortly after midnight, local law enforcement

Former Virginia lieutenant governor kills wife, shoots himself, police say
Political|World

Trump says Israel, Lebanon have reached 10-day ceasefire

U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday said that Israeli and Lebanese leaders had agreed to begin a 10-day ceasefire at 5 p.m. (2100 GMT).

Trump says Israel, Lebanon have reached 10-day ceasefire
Political|World

Trump says Lebanon and Israel have reached 10-day ceasefire

Israel and Lebanon agreed to begin a 10-day ceasefire at 5 p.m.

Trump says Lebanon and Israel have reached 10-day ceasefire
Crime|Political|US

Trump has discussed firing Attorney General Bondi, media reports say

U.S.

Trump has discussed firing Attorney General Bondi, media reports say
Asia|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Macron says it is unrealistic to open Hormuz Strait by force

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Thursday it would be unrealistic to launch a military operation to force open the Strait of Hormuz, after U.S.

Macron says it is unrealistic to open Hormuz Strait by force
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Pakistan, Afghanistan hold talks in China to end months of conflict

Pakistan and Afghanistan are holding talks in China to try to end the worst conflict between the South Asian neighbours since ‌the

Pakistan, Afghanistan hold talks in China to end months of conflict
Economy|Election|Europe|Political|World

At village pub in Orban's heartland, Hungary's vote plays out over pints

Sandor Toth has been running his pub in a small village in the hilly northeast of Hungary for 43 years, witnessing the

At village pub in Orban's heartland, Hungary's vote plays out over pints
Economy|Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Serbian president invites parties for talks as anti-government protests continue

Serbia's President Aleksandar Vucic will begin talks on Friday as part of what he has billed as a way to lift the country out of a political crisis but which critics have

Serbian president invites parties for talks as anti-government protests continue
MidEast|Political|World

A month into war, Lebanon's prime minister says no end in sight

Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said on Thursday there was no end in sight to a war that had already displaced a million people over

A month into war, Lebanon's prime minister says no end in sight
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|Science|Technology|World

Russia will ask US and Israel to cease fire while it evacuates staff from Iranian nuclear plant, RIA reports

Russia will ask the United States and Israel to ensure a ceasefire while it evacuates more Russian staff from the Bushehr nuclear power plant in Iran, RIA news agency

Russia will ask US and Israel to cease fire while it  evacuates staff from Iranian nuclear plant, RIA reports
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Burkina, Mali troops kill more civilians than jihadists do, data shows

Government and allied forces in Burkina Faso have killed more than twice as many civilians as Islamist militants have since 2023, according to a tally of

Burkina, Mali troops kill more civilians than jihadists do, data shows
Arts|Crime|Political|World

Russian court convicts German sculptor in absentia for depicting Putin and patriarch in sex act

German sculptor Jacques Tilly, the creator of a carnival float showing Russian President Vladimir Putin and Orthodox Church Patriarch Kirill engaging in a sex act

Russian court convicts German sculptor in absentia for depicting Putin and patriarch in sex act
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

Trump's fresh Iran threats give investors a risk-off reality check

U.S.

Trump's fresh Iran threats give investors a risk-off reality check
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump to sign order to pay tens of thousands of DHS employees

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Trump to sign order to pay tens of thousands of DHS employees
MidEast|Political|World

Hamas wants guarantees of Israeli troop withdrawal before disarmament talks, sources say

Palestinian militant group Hamas has told mediators it will not discuss giving up arms without guarantees that Israel will fully quit

Hamas wants guarantees of Israeli troop withdrawal before disarmament talks, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

FTSE 100 closes higher after Britain's move to hold talks on Strait of Hormuz

London's FTSE 100 stock index closed higher on Thursday after Britain said it would host talks on reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

FTSE 100 closes higher after Britain's move to hold talks on Strait of Hormuz
Asia|Economy|Environment|Political|World

China calls for promoting Middle East ceasefire in talks with EU, Germany

China on Thursday repeated calls for a ceasefire in the Middle East and safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz in conversations with Western counterparts, widening its

China calls for promoting Middle East ceasefire in talks with EU, Germany
Business|Economy|Political|World

Britain says 40 countries discuss reopening Strait of Hormuz after Iran blockade

About 40 countries on Thursday discussed joint action to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and stop Iran holding "the global

Britain says 40 countries discuss reopening Strait of Hormuz after Iran blockade
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political|World

Expelled from camp, Palestinian refugees now face Iranian rockets

The sight and sound of Iranian rockets arcing overhead have become near-daily for the Palestinian Ghanem family, expelled by the Israeli military

Expelled from camp, Palestinian refugees now face Iranian rockets
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump cuts US duty rates on steel, aluminum and copper derivative products

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Trump cuts US duty rates on steel, aluminum and copper derivative products
Economy|Political|Travel|World

Cubans take to bikes and electric tricycles to protest US sanctions

Cuban activists paraded on Thursday on bikes and electric tricycles along Havana's waterfront Malecon boulevard, accompanied by Cuban President Miguel Diaz

Cubans take to bikes and electric tricycles to protest US sanctions
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|US|World

Vance to visit Hungary, meet with Orban next week ahead of election

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Vance to visit Hungary, meet with Orban next week ahead of election
Health|Political|World

Medical needs surging in Iran and supplies under threat, Red Cross warns

Emergency medical needs in Iran are rising exponentially, and stocks of trauma kits and

Medical needs surging in Iran and supplies under threat, Red Cross warns
Business|Economy|Political|World

Golden Dome, ships and missiles top Trump's $1.5 trillion fiscal 2027 defense wish list

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Golden Dome, ships and missiles top Trump's $1.5 trillion fiscal 2027 defense wish list
Business|Economy|Political|World

Fate of DHS funding uncertain as US Congress Republicans decide next steps

Federal funding for the U.S.

Fate of DHS funding uncertain as US Congress Republicans decide next steps
Crime|Political|US

Process for impeachment investigations against Walz, Ellison fails to advance in Minnesota House

Process for impeachment investigations against Walz, Ellison fails to advance in Minnesota House

Process for impeachment investigations against Walz, Ellison fails to advance in Minnesota House
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China's detentions of Panama-flagged vessels raise concerns, Rubio says

Detentions of Panama-flagged vessels by China that followed a Panamanian court ruling raise serious concerns about efforts to

China's detentions of Panama-flagged vessels raise concerns, Rubio says
Political|Science|Technology|World

Zelenskiy offers Ukraine's maritime expertise with Strait of Hormuz

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Thursday offered to provide Ukraine's expertise in dealing with freedom of navigation in the Black Sea to countries considering how to keep the

Zelenskiy offers Ukraine's maritime expertise with Strait of Hormuz
Business|Economy|Health|Political|World

Drugmakers face 100% tariff unless they cut prices or produce drugs in US

President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Thursday imposing 100% tariffs on branded pharmaceuticals imported into the U.S. unless

Drugmakers face 100% tariff unless they cut prices or produce drugs in US
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

US experts say American strikes on Iran may amount to war crimes

Dozens of international law experts in the U.S. have signed an open letter saying that American strikes on Iran may amount to war crimes, after

US experts say American strikes on Iran may amount to war crimes
Business|Economy|Health|Political|World

A year after 'Liberation Day,' Trump sets new drug tariffs, adjusts metals duties

U.S.

A year after 'Liberation Day,' Trump sets new drug tariffs, adjusts metals duties
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

World anxious to open Hormuz Strait while Trump and Iran trade threats

Dozens of countries sought ways to restart vital energy shipments through the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday after U.S.

World anxious to open Hormuz Strait while Trump and Iran trade threats
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

US ICE detains Islamic Society of Milwaukee President Salah Sarsour

Islamic Society of Milwaukee President Salah Sarsour, who is a Palestinian American, has been detained by the U.S.

US ICE detains Islamic Society of Milwaukee President Salah Sarsour
Crime|Europe|Political|World

French far-left MEP Rima Hassan to be tried in July over post on X

Rima Hassan, a French far-left member of the European Parliament, will face trial in July over a comment she posted on X last month about a 1970s attack on an Israeli

French far-left MEP Rima Hassan to be tried in July over post on X
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Medvedev says Russia should drop its 'tolerant attitude' towards Ukraine's EU drive

Dmitry Medvedev, deputy chairman of Russia's powerful Security Council, said on Friday that Moscow should drop its "tolerant attitude" towards Ukraine's possible EU

Medvedev says Russia should drop its 'tolerant attitude' towards Ukraine's EU drive
Arts|Business|Economy|Political|World

Planning commission approves Trump's White House ballroom project

U.S.

Planning commission approves Trump's White House ballroom project
Business|Economy|Health|Political|World

Inspection finds 49 violations of detention standards at largest US migrant detention camp

An inspection found 49 violations of detention standards at the largest U.S. migrant detention camp, located in El Paso, Texas, which has faced

Inspection finds 49 violations of detention standards at largest US migrant detention camp
Economy|Political|US|World

Trump threatens to strike Iran's bridges and electric power plants

U.S.

Trump threatens to strike Iran's bridges and electric power plants
Business|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says frontline situation best for Ukraine in the last 10 months

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said the frontline situation for Ukraine was the best since the middle of last year, adding that Kyiv's troops had foiled a

Zelenskiy says frontline situation best for Ukraine in the last 10 months
MidEast|Political|World

Pope Leo urges Israel's Herzog to end Iran war in phone call, Vatican says

Pope Leo spoke on the phone with Israeli President Isaac Herzog on Friday and urged him to "reopen all paths of dialogue" to end the Iran war, the Vatican said.

Pope Leo urges Israel's Herzog to end Iran war in phone call, Vatican says
Arts|Crime|Europe|Political|Travel|World

Italy's Meloni picks new tourism minister in shake-up after referendum

Italy's culture undersecretary Gianmarco Mazzi was sworn in on Friday as the country's new tourism minister, the latest change in Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's government

Italy's Meloni picks new tourism minister in shake-up after referendum
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Trump's anger over Iran thrusts NATO into fresh crisis

The NATO alliance has in recent years survived existential challenges - ranging from the war

Trump's anger over Iran thrusts NATO into fresh crisis
Crime|Education|Political|World

Yale report links Russian oil sector to child deportation from Ukraine

Leading Russian state oil and gas companies Rosneft and Gazprom supported wartime camps where more than 2,000 Ukrainian children were taken,

Yale report links Russian oil sector to child deportation from Ukraine
Africa|Economy|Political|World

Forget democracy, Burkina Faso military leader Traore says

Burkina Faso's military leader, who seized power in a coup in September 2022, told journalists that "people need to forget about democracy" and that "

Forget democracy, Burkina Faso military leader Traore says
Asia|Political|World

China says peace talks advance between Afghanistan, Pakistan

Negotiations between Afghanistan and Pakistan are advancing steadily, China said on Friday following reports that the South Asian neighbours were meeting there to try to

China says peace talks advance between Afghanistan, Pakistan
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy urges lawmakers to act as Ukraine funding hangs in balance

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy called on lawmakers to pass key legislation next week to avert a funding crisis, help Ukraine fight the war against Russia, and

Zelenskiy urges lawmakers to act as Ukraine funding hangs in balance
Political|World

US Army chief of staff fired by Hegseth, sources say

U.S.

US Army chief of staff fired by Hegseth, sources say
Political|World

Iran leaders join crowds on Tehran's streets to project control in wartime

After more than a month of being stalked by targeted assassinations, Iran's leadership has adopted a new tactic to show it is still in control - with senior

Iran leaders join crowds on Tehran's streets to project control in wartime
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump says US can take Strait of Hormuz with more time

President Donald Trump on Friday said the U.S. can open the Strait of Hormuz with a little more time, as pressure mounts for his administration to find a quick resolution to a war

Trump says US can take Strait of Hormuz with more time
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Dem senators query gov't watchdogs over well-timed Wall Street bets

Two Democratic U.S. senators on Thursday called on Wall Street's top regulator and a Defense Department watchdog to prevent and investigate possible insider trading by

Dem senators query gov't watchdogs over well-timed Wall Street bets
Arts|Crime|Political|US|World

Trump seeks $152 million to reopen Alcatraz as active prison

The White House on Friday sought $152 million to return the former Alcatraz prison island to active duty, following up on President Donald Trump's call last year to

Trump seeks $152 million to reopen Alcatraz as active prison
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

US Interior Department to reduce staff through deferred resignation, early retirement

The U.S. Department of the Interior will offer employees new opportunities to leave the agency as part of a plan to improve efficiency, it said in a statement on Thursday.

US Interior Department to reduce staff through deferred resignation, early retirement
Environment|Health|Political|Science

US agencies to monitor drinking water for microplastics, pharmaceuticals

The U.S.

US agencies to monitor drinking water for microplastics, pharmaceuticals
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Myanmar junta chief Min Aung Hlaing elected president by pro-military parliament

Myanmar junta chief Min Aung Hlaing was elected president on Friday after breezing through a parliamentary vote, formalising his grip on political power in the war-torn nation five

Myanmar junta chief Min Aung Hlaing elected president by pro-military parliament
Business|Economy|Political|World

Senators urge Trump to bar Chinese automakers from building cars in US

Three Democratic senators on Friday urged President Donald Trump to bar Chinese automakers from building vehicles in the United States and to

Senators urge Trump to bar Chinese automakers from building cars in US
Business|Economy|Political|World

Congo in talks with US over third-country deportations, sources say

Democratic Republic of Congo is in talks with the Trump administration about receiving deportees from other

Congo in talks with US over third-country deportations, sources say
Business|Crime|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Zelenskiy accuses Russia of 'Easter escalation' as massive daytime attack kills two

A large-scale daytime Russian strike killed at least two people in Ukraine on Friday, officials said, in what President Volodymyr Zelenskiy

Zelenskiy accuses Russia of 'Easter escalation' as massive daytime attack kills two
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Highs and lows from the US jobs report

U.S. employment growth snapped back in March after a hefty decline in February, and the jobless rate declined unexpectedly to 4.3%, but economists found the headline

Highs and lows from the US jobs report
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Japan turns up FX heat as volatility rises, signals readiness to act

Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama on Friday put currency traders on notice, saying the government stands ready to act against

Japan turns up FX heat as volatility rises, signals readiness to act
Business|Economy|Environment|MidEast|Political|World

Italy's Meloni visits Saudi Arabia, Qatar and UAE amid Gulf tensions, energy worries

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni flew to Saudi Arabia on Friday for a previously unannounced trip that will also include meetings in

Italy's Meloni visits Saudi Arabia, Qatar and UAE amid Gulf tensions, energy worries
Economy|Environment|Political|Travel|World

Stick to Easter travel, Australians told, though hundreds of petrol stations dry

Australians were urged to maintain their travel plans for Easter weekend although hundreds of petrol stations, mostly in rural areas, were without power on Saturday, as the Iran

Stick to Easter travel, Australians told, though hundreds of petrol stations dry
Business|Economy|Education|Political|Sports|US

Trump issues executive order to bolster college sports rules

U.S.

Trump issues executive order to bolster college sports rules
MidEast|Political|US|World

Downed planes raise new perils for Trump as Tehran hunts for missing US pilot

Two U.S. warplanes were downed over Iran and the Gulf, Iranian and U.S. officials said on Friday, with two pilots rescued and a

Downed planes raise new perils for Trump as Tehran hunts for missing US pilot
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

White House says Trump orders back pay from shutdown to all homeland security employees

U.S.

White House says Trump orders back pay from shutdown to all homeland security employees
Economy|Political|World

UN Hormuz vote now expected next week; China opposes authorization of force

The U.N.

UN Hormuz vote now expected next week; China opposes authorization of force
Economy|Political|World

US intelligence warns Iran unlikely to ease Hormuz Strait chokehold soon, sources say

Recent U.S. intelligence reports warn that Iran is unlikely to open the Strait of Hormuz any time soon because its grip

US intelligence warns Iran unlikely to ease Hormuz Strait chokehold soon, sources say
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

Trump proposes to begin privatizing TSA screening operations

President Donald Trump on Friday proposed to begin privatizing airport security operations handled by the Transportation Security Administration, in an effort to save

Trump proposes to begin privatizing TSA screening operations
Crime|Political|World

Israel strikes Beirut, US warns Iran may hit Lebanese universities

Israel pounded Beirut with airstrikes on Friday that the military said had targeted militant "infrastructure" in Lebanon's capital, as the

Israel strikes Beirut, US warns Iran may hit Lebanese universities
Business|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

In Istanbul, Zelenskiy vows greater security co-operation with Turkey

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy announced greater security co-operation with Turkey after meeting his counterpart Tayyip

In Istanbul, Zelenskiy vows greater security co-operation with Turkey
Europe|Finance|Political|US|World

US envoys Witkoff and Kushner could visit Ukraine, Kyiv says

U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner could travel to Kyiv in April, the Ukrainian president's top aide Kyrylo Budanov said on Saturday, amid efforts to revive peace

US envoys Witkoff and Kushner could visit Ukraine, Kyiv says
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Five EU countries call for windfall tax on energy companies

Five European Union countries are calling for a windfall tax on energy companies' profits in reaction to rising fuel prices due to the Iran war, according

Five EU countries call for windfall tax on energy companies
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Slovak PM says EU should drop sanctions on Russian oil and gas to boost energy security

The European Union should end sanctions on Russian oil and gas imports, take steps to restore Druzhba oil pipeline flows and end the war in Ukraine to tackle the energy

Slovak PM says EU should drop sanctions on Russian oil and gas to boost energy security
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Virginia Giuffre's family urges King Charles to meet Epstein survivors during US visit

The family of Jeffrey Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre on Saturday urged Britain's King Charles to meet with survivors during his state visit to the United

Virginia Giuffre's family urges King Charles to meet Epstein survivors during US visit
Business|Crime|Europe|Health|MidEast|Political|World

UK police arrest fourth suspect at court over attack on Jewish ambulances

British police arrested a fourth person in connection with an arson attack on Jewish community ambulances, with the detention happening at a London court

UK police arrest fourth suspect at court over attack on Jewish ambulances
Africa|Political|World

Cameroon approves role of vice president to 93-year-old Biya

Cameroon's parliament on Saturday overwhelmingly approved a constitutional amendment to reintroduce the position of vice president, a measure the

Cameroon approves role of vice president to 93-year-old Biya
Europe|Political|World

Pope Leo's Good Friday service offers prayer for deported children

Pope Leo led a candle-lit service with thousands of Catholics inside Rome's famed Colosseum on Friday evening that featured prayers for war orphans and

Pope Leo's Good Friday service offers prayer for deported children
Political

Trump weighs broader cabinet shake-up as Iran war pressure grows

U.S.

Trump weighs broader cabinet shake-up as Iran war pressure grows
Crime|Health|Political|World

Israeli fire kills four Palestinians in Gaza, medics say

An Israeli airstrike killed four Palestinians in the northern Gaza Strip on Sunday, local health authorities said, in the latest violence to overshadow a fragile ceasefire

Israeli fire kills four Palestinians in Gaza, medics say
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

Congo says it will receive third-country deportees under new deal with US

Democratic Republic of Congo will receive third-country nationals deported from the United States under a new deal with the Trump administration, the government in

Congo says it will receive third-country deportees under new deal with US
MidEast|Political|World

Egypt says it held calls with US Witkoff, regional counterparts

Egypt's Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty held separate calls to discuss proposals for regional de-escalation with U.S.

Egypt says it held calls with US Witkoff, regional counterparts
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

High-stakes US special forces mission rescues airman from Iran after F-15 crash

U.S. forces staged the audacious rescue of an airman behind enemy lines after

High-stakes US special forces mission rescues airman from Iran after F-15 crash
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|World

South Korea asks Gulf nations for steady energy supply, safety of Korean vessels

South Korean Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol met with envoys from Gulf countries to shore up energy security and the safety of Korean vessels near the Strait of Hormuz, the

South Korea asks Gulf nations for steady energy supply, safety of Korean vessels
Political|World

At Easter vigil, Pope Leo urges world not to grow numb to war

Pope Leo led the world's Catholics into Easter at a Saturday night vigil Mass in St.

At Easter vigil, Pope Leo urges world not to grow numb to war
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump, Israel pressure Iran ahead of deadline as hunt goes on for missing US crew member

U.S.

Trump, Israel pressure Iran ahead of deadline as hunt goes on for missing US crew member
Political|World

US, Iran and mediators make push for 45-day ceasefire, Axios reports

The U.S., Iran and a group of regional mediators are discussing the terms for a potential 45-day ceasefire that could lead to a permanent end to the war, Axios reported on Sunday,

US, Iran and mediators make push for 45-day ceasefire, Axios reports
Political|World

South Korea's Lee expresses regret to North Korea over drone incursion

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung on Monday expressed regret to North Korea over a drone incursion that he said was carried out by a South Korean individual without

South Korea's Lee expresses regret to North Korea over drone incursion
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukrainian drones attacked cargo vessel that sank, killing one, Russia-installed official says

A cargo ship carrying wheat sank in the Sea of ​​Azov after coming under attack from Ukrainian drones, a Russia-installed official said on Sunday, leaving one person dead

Ukrainian drones attacked cargo vessel that sank, killing one, Russia-installed official says
Business|Finance|Political|Science|Technology|World

Satellite firm Planet Labs to indefinitely withhold Iran war images

Satellite imaging firm Planet Labs said on Saturday it will indefinitely withhold visuals of Iran and the region of conflict in the Middle East to

Satellite firm Planet Labs to indefinitely withhold Iran war images
Economy|Political|World

Trump, on Easter, threatens 'hell' on Iran's infrastructure if Strait remains blocked

U.S.

Trump, on Easter, threatens 'hell' on Iran's infrastructure if Strait remains blocked
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Explosives found near pipeline that carries Russian gas to Hungary

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban called an emergency defence council meeting on Sunday after powerful explosives were

Explosives found near pipeline that carries Russian gas to Hungary
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Trump gives Iran until Tuesday night to open Strait of Hormuz, WSJ reports

U.S.

Trump gives Iran until Tuesday night to open Strait of Hormuz, WSJ reports
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

China ready to cooperate with Russia to ease Middle East tension, foreign minister says

China is willing to continue to cooperate with Russia at the U.N.

China ready to cooperate with Russia to ease Middle East tension, foreign minister says
Election|Finance|Political|World

Keiko Fujimori leads Peru's presidential polls a week before election

Right-wing candidate Keiko Fujimori holds first place in the polls one week before Peru's presidential election, according to three polls released on Sunday.

Keiko Fujimori leads Peru's presidential polls a week before election
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

On Easter, Pope Leo urges world leaders to end wars, renounce conquest

Pope Leo urged global leaders in his Easter message on Sunday to end the conflicts raging across the world and abandon any schemes for power,

On Easter, Pope Leo urges world leaders to end wars, renounce conquest
Health|Political|World

At least 11 killed in Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon on Easter Sunday

An Israeli airstrike on Kfarhata, a village in south Lebanon, killed seven people on Sunday, including a 4-year-old child, Lebanon's health ministry said in a

At least 11 killed in Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon on Easter Sunday
Africa|Political|Travel|World

A dispatch from inside the Vatican bubble during a remarkable exchange between pope and president

Pope Leo XIV's trip to Africa has been marked by an unusual dynamic with U.S. President Donald Trump

A dispatch from inside the Vatican bubble during a remarkable exchange between pope and president
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Global equity funds draw second weekly inflow amid war de-escalation hopes

Investors bought global equity funds worth a net $15.02 billion in the March 26-April 1 period, logging a second straight week of inflows, on hopes that the U.S.-Israeli war with

Global equity funds draw second weekly inflow amid war de-escalation hopes
Asia|Economy|Political|World

North Korea distancing itself from Iran to leave door open for US talks, Seoul says

North Korea appears to be distancing itself from longtime partner Iran and carefully managing its public messaging to preserve the possibility of a new relationship with the

North Korea distancing itself from Iran to leave door open for US talks, Seoul says
MidEast|Political|World

Iran has formulated its response to ceasefire proposals, foreign ministry spokesperson says

Iran has formulated its positions and demands in response to recent ceasefire proposals conveyed via intermediaries, a foreign ministry spokesperson said on Monday, adding

Iran has formulated its response to ceasefire proposals, foreign ministry spokesperson says
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Trump invokes religious rhetoric in praise of Iran rescue, drawing criticism

President Donald Trump and other U.S. officials cast the rescue of a U.S. airman in Iran as an “Easter miracle” on Sunday, framing the operation in religious terms that

Trump invokes religious rhetoric in praise of Iran rescue, drawing criticism
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Ukraine, Syria agree to cooperate on security, Zelenskiy says

Ukraine and Syria pledged greater security cooperation in talks on Sunday, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said as Kyiv seeks to promote its military expertise across the region

Ukraine, Syria agree to cooperate on security, Zelenskiy says
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Ukraine regains control of frontline areas in southeast and east, army chief says

Ukraine has regained control of 480 sq. km (185 sq. miles) of territory in the southeastern and eastern parts of the front since late January, its army chief Oleksandr

Ukraine regains control of frontline areas in southeast and east, army chief says
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Myanmar's new president Min Aung Hlaing faces genocide complaint in Indonesia

JAKARTA, April 6 - A criminal case against Myanmar's newly-elected President Min Aung Hlaing was filed in Indonesia on Monday by a group of civil society organisations, accusing the leader of acts of

Myanmar's new president Min Aung Hlaing faces genocide complaint in Indonesia
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Iran, U.S. receive plan to end hostilities, immediate ceasefire; source says

Iran and the United States have received a plan to end hostilities that could come into effect on Monday and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a source aware of the proposals said on

Iran, U.S. receive plan to end hostilities, immediate ceasefire; source says
Election|Political|US|World

Trump endorses former British government aide Steve Hilton in California governor's race

U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday endorsed former British government aide and Fox News host Steve Hilton in the upcoming California governor's race.

Trump endorses former British government aide Steve Hilton in California governor's race
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UAE says the use of Hormuz must be guaranteed in any US-Iran deal

UAE official Anwar Gargash said any settlement of the U.S.-Iran war must guarantee access through the Strait of Hormuz, warning that a

UAE says the use of Hormuz must be guaranteed in any US-Iran deal
Europe|Political|World

Germany works to clarify new rules on fighting-age men leaving country

Germany's armed forces are working on clarifying a provision in a recently updated military service law that requires fighting-age men to gain permission to

Germany works to clarify new rules on fighting-age men leaving country
Asia|Political|Travel|World

Taiwan opposition leader to visit China as Beijing ramps up 'reunification' push

Taiwan opposition leader Cheng Li-wun leaves on Tuesday for China and a potential meeting with President Xi Jinping on what she says is a peace mission as Beijing makes a

Taiwan opposition leader to visit China as Beijing ramps up 'reunification' push
Economy|Education|Europe|Political|World

Younger Hungarian voters spurn Orban, some say they will leave if he is re-elected

As Hungary heads towards a pivotal election, voters who came of age under Prime Minister Viktor Orban

Younger Hungarian voters spurn Orban, some say they will leave if he is re-elected
Crime|Europe|Political

Greek PM urges swift action over probe into EU farm fraud scandal

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis urged EU prosecutors on Monday to decide swiftly whether to indict lawmakers from his centre-right New Democracy party as part of a

Greek PM urges swift action over probe into EU farm fraud scandal
Political|US|World

Which key Iranian figures have been killed in US-Israeli strikes?

U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran have killed several senior political and military figures, hitting the Islamic Republic's core leadership as the regional war disrupts

Which key Iranian figures have been killed in US-Israeli strikes?
Economy|Political|World

Kremlin says the whole Middle East is 'on fire'

The Kremlin on Monday said that the Iran war was escalating in both geography and economic impact, and that the whole Middle East region was "on fire" due to the U.S. and

Kremlin says the whole Middle East is 'on fire'
Election|Europe|Political|World

Spanish PM's party gains on anti-war stance, support for far right stalls in polls

Spain's ruling Socialist Party has gained voter support amid Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's staunch opposition to the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, while far-right Vox, which

Spanish PM's party gains on anti-war stance, support for far right stalls in polls
Asia|Political|World

North Korea says South Korea's Lee is 'wise' for expressing regret about drones

North Korea said on Monday it was "very fortunate and wise" for South Korean President Lee Jae Myung to convey regret to Pyongyang for drone incursions in a rare

North Korea says South Korea's Lee is 'wise' for expressing regret about drones
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Russian grain ship believed sunk in Ukrainian drone attack is found and towed to shore, TASS says

MOSCOW, April 6 - A Russian ship carrying wheat that was believed to have sunk in the Sea of Azov after a Ukrainian drone attack has been found and towed to shore, while the death toll from the attack

Russian grain ship believed sunk in Ukrainian drone attack is found and towed to shore, TASS says
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Iran rejects ceasefire in response to proposals and emphasises need for permanent end to war, IRNA says

Iran has conveyed its response to the U.S. proposal for ending the war to Pakistan, rejecting a ceasefire and emphasizing the necessity of a permanent end to the war, the

Iran rejects ceasefire in response to proposals and emphasises need for permanent end to war, IRNA says
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Hormuz closure divides the fortunes of Middle Eastern oil states

The Strait of Hormuz's closure and the resulting surge in global oil prices have handed financial windfalls to Iran, Oman and Saudi Arabia,

Hormuz closure divides the fortunes of Middle Eastern oil states
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US service sector cools in March, inflation heating up amid Iran war

U.S. services sector growth slowed in March, while prices paid by businesses for inputs increased by the most in more than 13 years, an early

US service sector cools in March, inflation heating up amid Iran war
Asia|Political|World

South Korea says 'credible intelligence' indicates North Korean leader's daughter is successor

South Korea's spy agency now believes North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's teenage daughter has been positioned as his successor, lawmakers said on Monday,

South Korea says 'credible intelligence' indicates North Korean leader's daughter is successor
Crime|Political|World

Israeli strike kills Christian party official in Lebanon, sharpening divides over Hezbollah

An Israeli strike on an apartment east of Beirut late on Sunday killed a local official from a Christian political party,

Israeli strike kills Christian party official in Lebanon, sharpening divides over Hezbollah
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Rules of war must be respected in words and action, ICRC president says

The president of the International Committee of the Red Cross on Monday urged governments to respect the rules of war in word and deed after U.S.

Rules of war must be respected in words and action, ICRC president says
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Latam currencies gain as markets balance Iran escalation and ceasefire chances

Most Latin American currencies advanced on Monday, while stocks were mixed after reports of progress on a ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran helped revive risk

Latam currencies gain as markets balance Iran escalation and ceasefire chances
Business|Finance|Political|Sports|World

Nevada judge extends ban on Kalshi operating prediction market in state

A Nevada judge on Friday extended a ban on prediction market operator Kalshi from offering

Nevada judge extends ban on Kalshi operating prediction market in state
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Four killed in Israel's Haifa after Iranian missile strike

Four people were killed in the Israeli port city of Haifa after what Israeli media said was an Iranian missile strike that hit a residential building late on Sunday.

Four killed in Israel's Haifa after Iranian missile strike
Business|Political|Sports|US|World

USOPC 'closely monitoring' reaction to Wasserman but sidesteps questions about his LA28 leadership

The chair of the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee answered a question about Casey Wasserman’s future as the head of the LA Olympics organizing committee by saying the committee has shared its concerns with LA’s board

USOPC 'closely monitoring' reaction to Wasserman but sidesteps questions about his LA28 leadership
Political|World

Trump says Iranians should rise up against government if ceasefire declared

U.S.

Trump says Iranians should rise up against government if ceasefire declared
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says he stands by ceasefire proposal to Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Monday that he stood by a proposal made to Russia for a ceasefire contingent on Moscow halting all attacks on energy infrastructure.

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says he stands by ceasefire proposal to Russia
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Venezuela's government, opposition may cooperate to safeguard US assets

Venezuela's government and its political opposition are seeking to coordinate their legal defense of the oil-rich country's United States assets, after

Venezuela's government, opposition may cooperate to safeguard US assets
Business|Economy|Political|World

US-Iran talks continuing, but strikes on Saudi Arabia may derail effort, say sources

Talks between the United States and Iran were at risk of being derailed following Tehran's attacks on Saudi Arabian industrial

US-Iran talks continuing, but strikes on Saudi Arabia may derail effort, say sources
Political|US|World

Trump says Iran could be 'taken out' on Tuesday, Hegseth says major strikes to come

U.S.

Trump says Iran could be 'taken out' on Tuesday, Hegseth says major strikes to come
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US warns that buyers of Iranian oil could be hit with sanctions 

The United States on Wednesday threatened to sanction buyers of Iranian oil and said it believed China would pause such

US warns that buyers of Iranian oil could be hit with sanctions 
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Norway's sovereign wealth fund has no plans to reduce US assets, finance minister tells FT

Norway's $2.1 trillion sovereign wealth fund, the world's ​largest, does not intend to shed U.S. assets despite concerns over the Middle East war and mounting U.S. debt, Finance

Norway's sovereign wealth fund has no plans to reduce US assets, finance minister tells FT
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Brazil to count 39% of court-ordered debt inside 2027 fiscal target

Brazil's government will count 39.4% of court-ordered debt payments due in 2027 within its fiscal target, budget guidelines submitted to Congress on Wednesday showed,

Brazil to count 39% of court-ordered debt inside 2027 fiscal target
Economy|Political|World

US Senate Republicans back Trump military sales to Israel

The U.S.

US Senate Republicans back Trump military sales to Israel
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Mamdani, Hochul propose tax on New York second homes worth more than $5 million

New York State Governor Kathy Hochul proposed on Wednesday a new tax on second homes worth

Mamdani, Hochul propose tax on New York second homes worth more than $5 million
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Pentagon approaches automakers, manufacturers to boost weapons production, WSJ reports

Senior U.S. defense officials have held talks about producing weapons and other military supplies with top executives of companies including General Motors and Ford Motor, the

Pentagon approaches automakers, manufacturers to boost weapons production, WSJ reports
Business|Education|Political|US|World

US Supreme Court's Sotomayor apologizes to Justice Kavanaugh for 'hurtful' comments

U.S.

US Supreme Court's Sotomayor apologizes to Justice Kavanaugh for 'hurtful' comments
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Chile's Kast unveils slew of reforms including corporate tax rate cut

Chile's new president, Jose Antonio Kast, unveiled on Wednesday details of a long-awaited reform package that includes cuts to the corporate tax rate,

Chile's Kast unveils slew of reforms including corporate tax rate cut
Business|Economy|Political|World

US-sanctioned supertankers enter Gulf despite blockade

A second U.S.-sanctioned supertanker has entered the Gulf via the Strait of Hormuz, shipping data showed, despite a U.S. blockade on vessels visiting

US-sanctioned supertankers enter Gulf despite blockade
Crime|Political|US|World

US strikes another vessel and kills 3 men it says were trafficking drugs in the Eastern Pacific

U.S. military forces have struck a vessel in the Eastern Pacific, killing three men the Pentagon says were trafficking drugs

US strikes another vessel and kills 3 men it says were trafficking drugs in the Eastern Pacific
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Malaysia's Petronas to supply excess fuel to Australia as leaders vow closer energy ties

Malaysia Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said on Thursday that state energy firm Petronas would give priority to providing Australia with its excess fuel

Malaysia's Petronas to supply excess fuel to Australia as leaders vow closer energy ties
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

How surging bond yields add to Europe's fiscal headaches

European bond yields have jumped during the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, pushing up government borrowing costs and adding to the pressure on the

How surging bond yields add to Europe's fiscal headaches
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Truce trades ramp up as Trump touts Israel-Lebanon talks

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Gregor Stuart Hunter Global equities are setting new records and the dollar is down for a ninth consecutive day to its weakest levels since

Truce trades ramp up as Trump touts Israel-Lebanon talks
Europe|Political|World

Hungarian state news staff push for editorial freedom as Magyar vows shake‑up

Over 90 journalists from Hungarian state news agency MTI have demanded the immediate restoration of impartial news coverage following election winner

Hungarian state news staff push for editorial freedom as Magyar vows shake‑up
Americas|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Peruvian markets stumble as Castillo-backed leftist gains ground

Peruvian markets have reacted nervously as left-wing congressman Roberto Sanchez gains ground in a tight presidential race, reigniting

Peruvian markets stumble as Castillo-backed leftist gains ground
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

South Korean President Lee to make state visits to India and Vietnam

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung will make a state visit to India, the first by a South Korean leader in eight years, before heading to Vietnam, a presidential adviser

South Korean President Lee to make state visits to India and Vietnam
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Bulgarian election fraud in spotlight on eve of vote

There are many reliable ways to meddle in a Bulgarian election.

Bulgarian election fraud in spotlight on eve of vote
Political|World

Turkey urges "constructive" U.S.-Iran talks to end war

Turkey said on Thursday it would continue supporting peace talks between the United States and Iran and called on the sides to be "constructive" in negotiations to end the

Turkey urges "constructive" U.S.-Iran talks to end war
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Can Iran legally impose tolls on the Strait of Hormuz?

Tehran has sought to tighten its grip over the Strait of Hormuz by charging tolls on vessels to ensure safe passage, in conjunction with Iran's Islamic

Can Iran legally impose tolls on the Strait of Hormuz?
Australia|Crime|Political|World

Former US Marine pilot loses appeal against extradition from Australia

A former U.S.

Former US Marine pilot loses appeal against extradition from Australia
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Fed leadership transition on shaky ground as clock ticks on Powell's term

The prospect of a smooth-and-on-time transition to U.S.

Fed leadership transition on shaky ground as clock ticks on Powell's term
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US will punish fraud and insider trading, derivatives regulator tells Congress

Washington's top derivatives regulator on Thursday sought to reassure lawmakers the U.S. will punish fraud as concern mounts on Capitol Hill that

US will punish fraud and insider trading, derivatives regulator tells Congress
Economy|Finance|Political|World

Brazil's Lula assails Trump threats, says leaders should seek respect

Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva delivered a blunt critique of U.S.

Brazil's Lula assails Trump threats, says leaders should seek respect
Europe|Political|World

Russian strikes kill 17 across Ukraine in worst attack this year

Russia unleashed its deadliest attack so far this year on the Ukrainian capital Kyiv and other cities overnight, killing at least 17

Russian strikes kill 17 across Ukraine in worst attack this year
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Bulgaria's pro-Russian former president leads election race on anti-graft ticket

In a grassy valley in rural southern Bulgaria, farmer Nikolay Vasiliev is desperate for change.

Bulgaria's pro-Russian former president leads election race on anti-graft ticket
Political|US|World

Trump threatens jail for reporter who revealed Iran airman rescue

U.S.

Trump threatens jail for reporter who revealed Iran airman rescue
Health|Political|Science

Kennedy rewrites rules for membership on US vaccine advisory panel

U.S. Health Secretary Robert F.

Kennedy rewrites rules for membership on US vaccine advisory panel
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UN expected to vote on watered-down Hormuz resolution on Tuesday

The U.N.

UN expected to vote on watered-down Hormuz resolution on Tuesday
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump says Tuesday deadline to make a deal with Iran is final

U.S.

Trump says Tuesday deadline to make a deal with Iran is final
Arts|Business|Lifestyle|Political|World

Trump seizes on rescue of downed airman to recast unpopular Iran war

President Donald Trump was on the verge of a crisis in the Iran war, faced with the rare instance of an American airman shot down and stranded deep

Trump seizes on rescue of downed airman to recast unpopular Iran war
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Wall St ends higher as investors parse US-Iran negotiations, threats

U.S. stocks advanced on Monday as investors looked for signs of progress toward a U.S.-Iran ceasefire deal and evaluated President Donald Trump's

Wall St ends higher as investors parse US-Iran negotiations, threats
Asia|Political|World

South Korea says Pyongyang's response to drone apology marks progress in easing tensions

South Korea's Unification Ministry said on Tuesday that North Korea's rare conciliatory response to President Lee Jae Myung’s expression of regret over drone incursions

South Korea says Pyongyang's response to drone apology marks progress in easing tensions
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Iran rejects ceasefire as Trump ramps up threats ahead of deadline

Iran said on Monday it wanted a lasting end to the war with the U.S. and Israel, and pushed back against pressure to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, while U.S.

Iran rejects ceasefire as Trump ramps up threats ahead of deadline
Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

China targets Taiwan's chip prowess to evade global 'containment', Taipei government says

China is targeting Taiwan to obtain its advanced chip manufacturing technology and talent as a way of breaking through international "containment" of the country, according

China targets Taiwan's chip prowess to evade global 'containment', Taipei government says
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Vietnam's top leader To Lam consolidates power, gets China-style mandate

Vietnam's lawmakers unanimously elected Communist Party Secretary General To Lam as the country's state president for the

Vietnam's top leader To Lam consolidates power, gets China-style mandate
Education|Political|US|World

Trump administration ends some civil rights settlements backing transgender students

U.S.

Trump administration ends some civil rights settlements backing transgender students
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

Democrats see a chance to win back Latino voters in southern Florida

Republicans’ longstanding support among voters of Cuban and Venezuelan descent in South Florida, a cornerstone of the party’s regional success over the

Democrats see a chance to win back Latino voters in southern Florida
Asia|Political|World

Key facts on relations as Taiwan opposition leader visits China

Taiwan opposition leader Cheng Li-wun arrived in China on Tuesday on what she says is a mission of peace, happening at a time Beijing has ramped up its military and political

Key facts on relations as Taiwan opposition leader visits China
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Iran war jeopardizes U.S. global leadership, warns Italian minister

The Iran war has put U.S. global leadership on the line, Italy's Defence Minister Guido Crosetto said, expressing fear about the "madness" of nuclear escalation.

Iran war jeopardizes U.S. global leadership, warns Italian minister
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Vietnam's top leader To Lam wins state presidency, gets China-style mandate

Vietnam's lawmakers on Tuesday unanimously elected Communist Party Secretary General To Lam as the country's state

Vietnam's top leader To Lam wins state presidency, gets China-style mandate
Crime|MidEast|Political|Technology|World

‘Wait for death’: Inside Iran’s psychological war against its enemies

‘Wait for death’: Inside Iran’s psychological war against its enemies

‘Wait for death’: Inside Iran’s psychological war against its enemies
Political|Travel|World

Taiwan opposition chief arrives for China 'peace' mission, president calls for talks

Taiwan's opposition leader arrived in China on Tuesday for a "peace" mission and potential meeting with President Xi Jinping, as

Taiwan opposition chief arrives for China 'peace' mission, president calls for talks
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

France's services sector contracts in March as Middle East war hits demand, PMI shows

France's services sector contracted further in March as client spending weakened due to the war in the Middle East and caution among businesses in the run-up to last month's

France's services sector contracts in March as Middle East war hits demand, PMI shows
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Vietnam's top leader To Lam expands power, new PM elected

Vietnam's lawmakers on Tuesday unanimously elected Communist Party Secretary General To Lam as the country's state

Vietnam's top leader To Lam expands power, new PM elected
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|MidEast|Political|World

Middle East war means 'all roads' lead to higher prices, slower growth, IMF chief says

The war in the Middle East will lead to higher inflation and slower global growth, the head of the International Monetary Fund told Reuters on Monday,

Middle East war means 'all roads' lead to higher prices, slower growth, IMF chief says
Africa|Europe|Political|World

Russia confirms deaths of 16 Cameroonians fighting in Ukraine war, Yaounde says

Cameroon said Russian authorities have confirmed the deaths of 16 Cameroonians fighting against Ukraine, the first time the Central African country has spoken about the

Russia confirms deaths of 16 Cameroonians fighting in Ukraine war, Yaounde says
Africa|Political|World

South Sudan's Kiir sacks parliament speaker and deputy

South Sudan President Salva Kiir has sacked the East African nation's speaker and deputy speaker of parliament, according to a decree read out in the parliament on Tuesday

South Sudan's Kiir sacks parliament speaker and deputy
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Final countdown?

What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Anna Szymanski, Editor-in-Charge, Reuters Open Interest Markets are once again held in suspense as traders count

Final countdown?
Business|Economy|Political|World

Some firms in Saudi extend work from home ahead of Iran ultimatum

Some Western and Saudi firms in Riyadh have extended work-from-home advisories this week, five people familiar with the matter said, amid concern over a looming U.S.-imposed

Some firms in Saudi extend work from home ahead of Iran ultimatum
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Iran sets preconditions for talks on lasting peace with U.S., senior official tells Reuters

Iran has set preconditions for talks on a lasting peace with the United States, a senior official told Reuters on Tuesday, including an immediate halt to strikes, guarantees

Iran sets preconditions for talks on lasting peace with U.S., senior official tells Reuters
Business|Europe|Finance|Political|World

'At your service': Hungary's Orban offered help to Putin, Bloomberg reports

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban offered last year to help Russian President Vladimir Putin "in any way", such as by hosting a summit in Budapest to settle the war

'At your service': Hungary's Orban offered help to Putin, Bloomberg reports
Political|US|World

US hits military targets on Iran's Kharg Island, Vance says no change to strategy

U.S. strikes on Iran's Kharg Island do not represent a change in American strategy, U.S.

US hits military targets on Iran's Kharg Island, Vance says no change to strategy
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian attacks kill eight in Ukraine's southeast, target buses

Russian attacks on Ukraine's southeast on Tuesday killed eight people and injured more than two dozen others, officials said, with Kyiv accusing Moscow of escalating strikes

Russian attacks kill eight in Ukraine's southeast, target buses
Political|US|World

Trump says 'a whole civilization will die tonight' if Iran does not make a deal

U.S.

Trump says 'a whole civilization will die tonight' if Iran does not make a deal
Economy|Political|World

Lebanon heads to historic Israel talks with few hopes except to staunch bloodshed

Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun has called for historic direct talks with longtime foe Israel since war erupted a month ago - a month in

Lebanon heads to historic Israel talks with few hopes except to staunch bloodshed
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Iran has attacked Saudi Arabia's Jubail petrochemical complex, IRGC says

Iran on Tuesday attacked Saudi Arabia's Jubail petrochemical complex, the heart of the kingdom's downstream sector, its Revolutionary Guards said, the latest evidence of Tehran's

Iran has attacked Saudi Arabia's Jubail petrochemical complex, IRGC says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

NY Fed March survey finds jump in near-term inflation expectations 

By Michael S.

NY Fed March survey finds jump in near-term inflation expectations 
Asia|Political|World

Afghanistan, Pakistan hold 'useful' peace talks in China, says Kabul

Afghanistan and Pakistan made "useful" progress in talks in China to resolve the conflict that broke out between the South Asian neighbours last

Afghanistan, Pakistan hold 'useful' peace talks in China, says Kabul
Economy|Election|Europe|Political|US|World

Key quotes from Vance and Orban's news conference

U.S.

Key quotes from Vance and Orban's news conference
Crime|Political|World

Four killed after violence flares in India's Manipur state

At least four people were killed, two of them by police fire, in India's northeastern state of Manipur on Tuesday, officials said, after months of relative calm.

Four killed after violence flares in India's Manipur state
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Ukraine lawmakers inch forward with IMF-linked bill for strained budget

Ukraine's parliament passed one of a handful of tax laws on Tuesday as part of reforms required by the International Monetary Fund, lawmakers said, with more

Ukraine lawmakers inch forward with IMF-linked bill for strained budget
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|World

Can Iran charge fees for ships to transit the Strait of Hormuz?

Iran wants to charge fees for ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz as part of its proposals to end the war with Israel and the United States after blocking most traffic

Can Iran charge fees for ships to transit the Strait of Hormuz?
Business|Economy|Political|World

USTR Greer says US-Mexico-Canada pact talks may run past July 1 deadline

The Trump administration will try to resolve as many problems with the U.S.-Mexico-Canada trade agreement as it can before July 1, but negotiations to rebalance the

USTR Greer says US-Mexico-Canada pact talks may run past July 1 deadline
Political|World

After fleeing past Hezbollah fighting, some Israelis on northern border vow to stay

Orna Weinberg was forced to leave her home in northern Israel after it was struck by a Hezbollah rocket in October 2023, and spent the next

After fleeing past Hezbollah fighting, some Israelis on northern border vow to stay
Crime|Political|US|World

ICE arrested more than 800 people after tips from US airport security agency

U.S.

ICE arrested more than 800 people after tips from US airport security agency
Americas|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Portugal says U.S. uses Azores base on condition no civilian infrastructure targeted

Portugal said it had authorised 76 landings by U.S. aircraft at the Lajes air base in the Azores and 25 overflights of its territory since the start of the U.S.-Israeli war

Portugal says U.S. uses Azores base on condition no civilian infrastructure targeted
Business|Economy|Political|World

Pakistan seeks two-week ceasefire, extension to Trump's deadline on Iran

Pakistan, a mediator between the U.S. and Iran, on Wednesday requested that U.S.

Pakistan seeks two-week ceasefire, extension to Trump's deadline on Iran
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Pope Leo calls Trump's threat against Iran 'truly unacceptable'

Pope Leo said on Tuesday that threats against the population of Iran are "unacceptable," in an unusual appeal hours after U.S.

Pope Leo calls Trump's threat against Iran 'truly unacceptable'
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Lobbyist for man pardoned by Trump in plea talks on extortion charges

A lobbyist who helped a nursing home owner convicted of tax fraud secure a pardon from President Donald Trump is in talks with prosecutors over a potential plea agreement

Lobbyist for man pardoned by Trump in plea talks on extortion charges
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Vance says EU is meddling in Hungary's election as he backs Orban in Budapest

U.S.

Vance says EU is meddling in Hungary's election as he backs Orban in Budapest
Americas|Business|Europe|Political|World

'Europe is a bit of a mess', Donald Trump Jr. tells panel in Bosnia

President Donald Trump's eldest son visited Bosnia's Serb Republic on Tuesday, a trip widely seen as a gesture of support for its ousted pro-

'Europe is a bit of a mess', Donald Trump Jr. tells panel in Bosnia
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

‘Everything will fall apart’: Republicans confront how to shift midterm strategy amid Iran war

‘Everything will fall apart’: Republicans confront how to shift midterm strategy amid Iran war

‘Everything will fall apart’: Republicans confront how to shift midterm strategy amid Iran war
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia launches one of its largest drone attacks on Ukraine this year, killing 16

Russia launches one of its largest drone attacks on Ukraine this year, killing 16

Russia launches one of its largest drone attacks on Ukraine this year, killing 16
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Reform UK threatens to deny visas to citizens of countries demanding reparations

Nigel Farage's Reform UK said on Tuesday it was proposing to deny visas to people from countries seeking amends for transatlantic slavery, a move swiftly

Reform UK threatens to deny visas to citizens of countries demanding reparations
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

French nationals leave Iran after three and a half years amid softer France tone on war

Two French nationals were heading home on Tuesday after Iran allowed them to leave the country following three and a half years in detention, a surprise move

French nationals leave Iran after three and a half years amid softer France tone on war
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

French Foreign Minister Barrot hopes Trump does not go ahead with threat against Iran

French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said on Tuesday that he hoped U.S. President Trump would not go ahead with his latest threats against Iran.

French Foreign Minister Barrot hopes Trump does not go ahead with threat against Iran
Political|World

Evangelicals amplify Trump's religious framing of Iran war

President Donald Trump is using Christian rhetoric to rally core supporters behind the increasingly unpopular war with Iran, religious and political

Evangelicals amplify Trump's religious framing of Iran war
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US and Canadian astronauts capture global attention with Artemis II moon flight

The voyage of four astronauts to the far side of the moon has given the world a glimpse of America at its best, offering a respite from global despair and

US and Canadian astronauts capture global attention with Artemis II moon flight
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Trump says Lebanon is not part of ceasefire deal with Iran, PBS reports

Lebanon is not part of the ceasefire agreement the U.S. has with Iran "because of Hezbollah" but will "get taken care of," U.S.

Trump says Lebanon is not part of ceasefire deal with Iran, PBS reports
Europe|Political|Travel|World

Italy ruling that stripped millions of their right to citizenship is scrutinized by its supreme court

Italy ruling that stripped millions of their right to citizenship is scrutinized by its supreme court

Italy ruling that stripped millions of their right to citizenship is scrutinized by its supreme court
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskyy receives international prize honoring his and Ukraine's courage and resilience

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is receiving the prestigious International Four Freedoms Award

Zelenskyy receives international prize honoring his and Ukraine's courage and resilience
Asia|Crime|Political|World

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

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

Kazakhstan sentences 19 for protest against repression in China's Xinjiang region
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Modi is pushing to get more women into India's Parliament. That could have other consequences

India’s Parliament has opened debate on a landmark bill to reserve one-third of seats for women, a reform that could also trigger a sweeping redrawing of electoral boundaries and heighten political tensions

Modi is pushing to get more women into India's Parliament. That could have other consequences
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Australia boosts military spending as Iran war makes global impact

Australia's defense minster says the Iran war had greatly complicated the global strategic landscape and the country is significantly increasing its military spending

Australia boosts military spending as Iran war makes global impact
Crime|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Ex-Trump election lawyer John Eastman disbarred in California

Ex-Trump election lawyer John Eastman disbarred in California

Ex-Trump election lawyer John Eastman disbarred in California
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FIFA president Infantino says Iran will participate in World Cup 'for sure' despite war

FIFA President Gianni Infantino said Wednesday that Iran will participate in the World Cup “for sure” despite its war with the United States

FIFA president Infantino says Iran will participate in World Cup 'for sure' despite war
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Senate rejects effort to halt arms sales to Israel, but most Democrats vote to block them

More than three dozen Democrats supported an effort by Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders on Wednesday to block arms sales to Israel, signaling a growing discontent in the party with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the wars in Gaza and Iran

Senate rejects effort to halt arms sales to Israel, but most Democrats vote to block them
Arts|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Opinion|Political|Science|Technology

How Trump’s repeated efforts to fire Federal Reserve Chair Powell harm the economy – and make battling inflation harder

Politicians have long coveted control over monetary policy. Good economic governance requires that they don’t get it.

How Trump’s repeated efforts to fire Federal Reserve Chair Powell harm the economy – and make battling inflation harder
Political|World

The Latest: Iran threatens to disrupt Gulf trade in response to US naval blockade

The leader of Iran’s joint military command has threatened to halt trade in the Gulf region if the U.S. does not lift its blockade of Iranian ports, while U.S. Central Command says no vessels have made it past U.S. naval forces during the first 48 hours of the blockade

The Latest: Iran threatens to disrupt Gulf trade in response to US naval blockade
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DNI Tulsi Gabbard sends criminal referral over Trump’s 2019 impeachment to Justice Department

DNI Tulsi Gabbard sends criminal referral over Trump’s 2019 impeachment to Justice Department

DNI Tulsi Gabbard sends criminal referral over Trump’s 2019 impeachment to Justice Department
Africa|Political|World

African Catholics recoil at Trump's spat with Pope Leo

With his previous insults towards African countries and his gutting of foreign assistance, U.S.

African Catholics recoil at Trump's spat with Pope Leo
Crime|Political|World

China raises pressure on underground Catholics to join official church, Human Rights Watch finds

Human Rights Watch, in a detailed new report, says Chinese authorities are increasing pressure on underground Catholic communities to join the state-controlled official church while tightening surveillance and travel restrictions on all of China’s estimated 12 million Catholics

China raises pressure on underground Catholics to join official church, Human Rights Watch finds
Political|World

Consecutive Israeli strikes kill 4 Lebanese medics as Israel-Hezbollah war grinds on

Paramedic groups say the Israeli military has killed four Lebanese rescue workers and wounded six others in three consecutive, targeted strikes

Consecutive Israeli strikes kill 4 Lebanese medics as Israel-Hezbollah war grinds on
Arts|Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|Technology

USC student who lost an eye at ‘No Kings’ protest disputes federal account of crowd warnings

USC student who lost an eye at ‘No Kings’ protest disputes federal account of crowd warnings

USC student who lost an eye at ‘No Kings’ protest disputes federal account of crowd warnings
Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Pakistani delegation meets in Tehran hoping for more US-Iran talks before ceasefire ends

Pakistan’s army chief is meeting with Iranian officials for talks in Tehran in the latest diplomatic move to ease tensions in the region and arrange a second round of negotiations between the United States and Iran

Pakistani delegation meets in Tehran hoping for more US-Iran talks before ceasefire ends
Economy|MidEast|Political|World

White House denies U.S. requested ceasefire, says new talks may happen in Pakistan

Reports that the White House has requested a ceasefire in the Iran war are wrong, press secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters on Wednesday but added that

White House denies U.S. requested ceasefire, says new talks may happen in Pakistan
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Israeli attacks prevent Lebanese from burying their dead in ancestral lands

By Nazih Osseiran and Jihed Abidellaoui BEIRUT April 15 - Brothers Ali and Wael Sabbagh stood facing the remains of the building that contained their family home for more than 50 years.

Israeli attacks prevent Lebanese from burying their dead in ancestral lands
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Iran proposes letting ships exit safely through Oman side of Hormuz, source says

Iran could let ships sail freely through the Omani side of the Strait of Hormuz without risk of attack under proposals it has offered in

Iran proposes letting ships exit safely through Oman side of Hormuz, source says
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Sovereign borrowers launch platform to amplify voice in debt talks

A group of officials from developing economies launched on Wednesday the Borrowers' Platform, an effort backed by the United Nations to give

Sovereign borrowers launch platform to amplify voice in debt talks
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US envoy Waltz appears to torpedo Bachelet as next UN leader

The U.S. envoy to the United Nations, Mike Waltz, appeared to torpedo the candidacy of former Chilean President Michelle

US envoy Waltz appears to torpedo Bachelet as next UN leader
Political|World

Israeli military continues to strike Hezbollah amid Lebanon peace talks, Netanyahu says

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Wednesday the Israeli military continued to strike at Hezbollah and was about to overcome what he described as the militia's

Israeli military continues to strike Hezbollah amid Lebanon peace talks, Netanyahu says
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Trump threatens to fire Powell if he doesn't quit Fed board; ongoing probe clouds Warsh confirmation

President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell from his separate seat on the U.S. central bank's Board

Trump threatens to fire Powell if he doesn't quit Fed board; ongoing probe clouds Warsh confirmation
Business|Environment|Political|World

Trump issues several pipeline permits for US-Canada oil transportation

U.S.

Trump issues several pipeline permits for US-Canada oil transportation
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US probes suspicious oil trades made before Trump Iran pivots, source says

The U.S.

US probes suspicious oil trades made before Trump Iran pivots, source says
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US Senate Republicans block latest bid to rein in Trump Iran war powers

A majority of the U.S.

US Senate Republicans block latest bid to rein in Trump Iran war powers
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Instant View: S&P 500, Nasdaq notch fresh records, casting aside war fears

U.S. stock indexes returned to new highs on Wednesday, putting fears of economic disruption driven by the war with Iran in the rearview mirror.

Instant View: S&P 500, Nasdaq notch fresh records, casting aside war fears
Political|World

Justice Jackson says US Supreme Court's use of emergency docket is 'corrosive'

Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson has stepped up her criticism of the conservative-majority U.S.

Justice Jackson says US Supreme Court's use of emergency docket is 'corrosive'
Europe|Political|World

Russia launches drones, missiles overnight and through the day

Russia attacked Ukraine overnight and throughout the day on Wednesday with hundreds of drones and missiles, targeting port infrastructure in the south, killing two people and

Russia launches drones, missiles overnight and through the day
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US optimistic of deal with Iran as it increases economic pressure

The Trump administration expressed optimism on Wednesday about reaching a deal to end the war

US optimistic of deal with Iran as it increases economic pressure
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Asia shows interest in Ukraine's maritime defence expertise, Zelenskiy says

The Ukrainian military is participating in consultations on the Strait of Hormuz, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Tuesday, adding that Ukraine's maritime defence

Asia shows interest in Ukraine's maritime defence expertise, Zelenskiy says
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Banga defends World Bank's role on Trump's Board of Peace

The World Bank is seeking to play a constructive role in aiding Gaza's recovery from the two-year war between Israel and Palestinian militants in the

Banga defends World Bank's role on Trump's Board of Peace
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Trump aware of Pakistani proposal and will respond, White House says

U.S.

Trump aware of Pakistani proposal and will respond, White House says
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UN envoy plans to visit Iran as part of peace effort

A personal envoy of U.N.

UN envoy plans to visit Iran as part of peace effort
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Brazil eyes new debt relief with federal guarantees for consumers

Brazil's government is preparing a new credit renegotiation program backed by federal guarantees to curb rising household debt, two sources with direct

Brazil eyes new debt relief with federal guarantees for consumers
Crime|Political|US|World

Acting DOJ chief Blanche says Trump has 'right' to influence investigations

Acting U.S.

Acting DOJ chief Blanche says Trump has 'right' to influence investigations
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Trump says he agrees to suspend bombing of Iran for two weeks

U.S.

Trump says he agrees to suspend bombing of Iran for two weeks
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US aircraft carrier breaks record for longest deployment since the Vietnam War

The world’s largest aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R

US aircraft carrier breaks record for longest deployment since the Vietnam War
Crime|Political|Technology|World

US disrupts Russian military-run DNS hijacking network, Justice Department says

The U.S. Justice Department said on Tuesday it carried out a court-authorized disruption of a DNS hijacking network controlled by a Russian military intelligence unit.

US disrupts Russian military-run DNS hijacking network, Justice Department says
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Wall Street closes mixed, with signs of progress as Trump's Iran deadline draws near

U.S. stocks ended mixed on Tuesday amid signs of progress in negotiations as the minutes ticked down to President Donald Trump's

Wall Street closes mixed, with signs of progress as Trump's Iran deadline draws near
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Protesters break into Kuwaiti consulate in Iraq’s Basra after rocket attack kills three

Protesters stormed the Kuwaiti consulate in the Iraqi city of Basra, police sources said on Tuesday, after a rocket attack fired from the direction of Kuwait killed

Protesters break into Kuwaiti consulate in Iraq’s Basra after rocket attack kills three
Australia|Political|World

Australia PM Albanese criticises Trump's rhetoric while welcoming ceasefire

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Wednesday welcomed a ceasefire in the Middle East struck between the U.S., Israel and Iran, while criticising

Australia PM Albanese criticises Trump's rhetoric while welcoming ceasefire
Economy|Political|World

Colombia's Petro calls for economic emergency, fresh financing law

Colombian President Gustavo Petro said on Tuesday evening that his government would submit an economic emergency decree and a new tax reform bill to Congress to balance the

Colombia's Petro calls for economic emergency, fresh financing law
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Investor reactions to Trump agreeing to two-week ceasefire with Iran

U.S.

Investor reactions to Trump agreeing to two-week ceasefire with Iran
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Vietnam's To Lam plans China visit next week after winning presidency, sources say

Vietnam's top leader To Lam is planning a visit to China next week to meet his counterpart Xi Jinping, three people briefed on the

Vietnam's To Lam plans China visit next week after winning presidency, sources say
Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World

Abducted US journalist Kittleson released by Iraqi armed group, Rubio says

The Iran-aligned Iraqi armed group Kataib Hezbollah has released abducted U.S. journalist Shelly Kittleson, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Tuesday.

Abducted US journalist Kittleson released by Iraqi armed group, Rubio says
Crime|Political|US|World

Intelligence report warned of Iran's 'persistent threat' to US as White House downplayed the risk

The FBI warned U.S. state and local law enforcement of an elevated threat posed by Iran's government to targets in the United States

Intelligence report warned of Iran's 'persistent threat' to US as White House downplayed the risk
Americas|Crime|Election|Political|US|World

Trump-backed Republican wins runoff to succeed Marjorie Taylor Greene in Georgia, NBC projects

Republican Clay Fuller, a former prosecutor endorsed by President Donald Trump, on Tuesday won a runoff election in Georgia to replace

Trump-backed Republican wins runoff to succeed Marjorie Taylor Greene in Georgia, NBC projects
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Trump says US will help with traffic buildup in Strait of Hormuz

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday the United States will help with the buildup of shipping traffic in the Strait of Hormuz. 

Trump says US will help with traffic buildup in Strait of Hormuz
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Trump says US won 'total and complete victory' after ceasefire deal with Iran, AFP reports

U.S. President Donald Trump told AFP on Tuesday that the United States had won a "total and complete victory" after agreeing to a two-week ceasefire deal with Iran.

Trump says US won 'total and complete victory' after ceasefire deal with Iran, AFP reports
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|US|World

Trump agrees to two-week Iran ceasefire, drops threat to destroy 'whole civilization'

U.S.

Trump agrees to two-week Iran ceasefire, drops threat to destroy 'whole civilization'
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

Historians, watchdog group sue Trump to preserve White House records

A U.S. historians' organization and a government transparency group are suing President Donald Trump to force his administration to comply with a

Historians, watchdog group sue Trump to preserve White House records
Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Trump's threat to Iran shocks global leaders, unnerves some Republicans

U.S.

Trump's threat to Iran shocks global leaders, unnerves some Republicans
MidEast|Political|World

Israel backs Trump's two-week pause on Iran strikes, says Lebanon excluded

Israel supports U.S.

Israel backs Trump's two-week pause on Iran strikes, says Lebanon excluded
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

From dropping bombs to pressuring banks: US pivots to economic warfare on Iran

The Trump administration is setting the stage to shift its war campaign toward a more economically focused effort aimed at choking Tehran into submission rather than relying on bombs alone

From dropping bombs to pressuring banks: US pivots to economic warfare on Iran
Education|Europe|Political|World

Greece expected to announce social media ban for children under 15

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is expected on Wednesday to announce a ban on access to social media for children under the age of 15, according to a government briefing.

Greece expected to announce social media ban for children under 15
Africa|Economy|Political|World

Benin finance minister Wadagni seeks his own mandate in election

Benin Finance Minister Romuald Wadagni is expected to make the leap from behind-the-scenes technocrat to head of state on

Benin finance minister Wadagni seeks his own mandate in election
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Spanish prime minister to make fourth trip to China in as many years

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez will make his fourth trip to China in as many years this month, as had been widely expected, as Madrid seeks to build on its

Spanish prime minister to make fourth trip to China in as many years
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU welcomes US-Iran ceasefire, urges efforts to create lasting agreement

EU leaders on Wednesday welcomed the two-week ceasefire agreed by the United States and Iran. "I welcome the two-week ceasefire the US and Iran agreed last night.

EU welcomes US-Iran ceasefire, urges efforts to create lasting agreement
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

More than 15 countries planning to facilitate Strait of Hormuz access, Macron says

French President Emmanuel Macron said about 15 countries were planning to facilitate the resumption of traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, through which a fifth of the

More than 15 countries planning to facilitate Strait of Hormuz access, Macron says
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China and Russia veto UN resolution on protecting Hormuz shipping

China and Russia on Tuesday vetoed a U.N. resolution encouraging states to coordinate efforts to protect commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, calling

China and Russia veto UN resolution on protecting Hormuz shipping
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

South Korea to push for the release of ships in the Strait of Hormuz

South Korea's presidential Blue House said on Wednesday that the government would do its best to ensure the country's ships can pass through the Strait of Hormuz as soon as

South Korea to push for the release of ships in the Strait of Hormuz
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Taiwan opposition leader pledges reconciliation at memorial for founding father in China

Taiwan opposition leader Cheng Li-wun pledged on Wednesday to channel the spirit of her party's founder Sun Yat-sen and seek

Taiwan opposition leader pledges reconciliation at memorial for founding father in China
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Russia says it welcomes Iran ceasefire, hopes US will now resume Ukraine talks

The Kremlin on Wednesday welcomed a two-week ceasefire agreed between the United States and Iran, and said Russia hopes that the U.S. will now have the time and scope to

Russia says it welcomes Iran ceasefire, hopes US will now resume Ukraine talks
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey detains 10 suspects over Istanbul gun attack outside Israeli consulate, media reports

Turkish authorities have detained 10 people in connection with Tuesday's gun attack near the Israeli consulate in Istanbul as the investigation widened, Turkish media

Turkey detains 10 suspects over Istanbul gun attack outside Israeli consulate, media reports
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Major reaction to news of Iran ceasefire

The U.S. and Iran have confirmed a two-week ceasefire following mediation by Pakistan. U.S.

Major reaction to news of Iran ceasefire
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy, welcoming Iran de-escalation, says Ukraine ready for ceasefire with Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Wednesday he welcomed the ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran, adding that Kyiv was ready to "respond in kind" if Moscow

Zelenskiy, welcoming Iran de-escalation, says Ukraine ready for ceasefire with Russia
Economy|Europe|Political|World

France plans 36 billion euro boost to rearmament, nuclear deterrent expansion

France plans to add a further 36 billion euros ($39 billion) to its defence spending between now and 2030 under an updated military planning law that expands

France plans 36 billion euro boost to rearmament, nuclear deterrent expansion
Asia|Political|World

China's foreign minister to visit North Korea to bolster loosened ties

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi will visit North Korea this week, his ministry said on Wednesday, signalling efforts by the East Asian neighbours to revitalise ties that

China's foreign minister to visit North Korea to bolster loosened ties
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|World

Peru election: Who are the leading presidential contenders?

Peruvians will go to the polls on April 12 to elect a new president and members of Congress, following years of political upheaval, impeachments and corruption scandals that

Peru election: Who are the leading presidential contenders?
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump says he believes China got Iran to negotiate, AFP reports

U.S.

Trump says he believes China got Iran to negotiate, AFP reports
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Vance says Trump is 'impatient' about progress on Iran

U.S.

Vance says Trump is 'impatient' about progress on Iran
Europe|Political|World

Russia says some in EU are helping election rivals of Hungary's Orban

Russia said on Wednesday that some political forces in the European Union were opposed to the re-election bid of Hungarian Prime

Russia says some in EU are helping election rivals of Hungary's Orban
Europe|Political|World

Hungary's Tisza party seen winning two-thirds majority in parliament, Median projection shows

Hungary's opposition party Tisza is on track to win a two-thirds parliamentary majority in Sunday's election, allowing it to amend the constitution and key laws needed to

Hungary's Tisza party seen winning two-thirds majority in parliament, Median projection shows
Africa|Asia|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey's Erdogan welcomes Iran ceasefire, urges full implementation

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan on Wednesday welcomed a ceasefire declared in the Iran war, urging its full implementation on the ground and warning against any

Turkey's Erdogan welcomes Iran ceasefire, urges full implementation
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Italy rules out sending ships to patrol Hormuz Strait without U.N. mandate

Italy will not send any ships to help police the Hormuz Strait area following a ceasefire between the United States and Iran unless it is authorised by the

Italy rules out sending ships to patrol Hormuz Strait without U.N. mandate
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Norwegian Nobel Committee condemns Russia's treatment of rights group Memorial

The Norwegian Nobel Committee said on Wednesday it was condemning "Russia's attempt to criminalise Memorial" and to designate the human rights group, a co-recipient of the

Norwegian Nobel Committee condemns Russia's treatment of rights group Memorial
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Pope Leo praises Iran war ceasefire after criticizing Trump threat

Pope Leo on Wednesday praised the two-week ceasefire in the Iran war, hours after calling U.S.

Pope Leo praises Iran war ceasefire after criticizing Trump threat
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Turkish intelligence played a role securing U.S.-Iran ceasefire, media says

Turkey’s intelligence agency played a key role in diplomatic efforts leading to a two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran, Turkish media reported on Wednesday

Turkish intelligence played a role securing U.S.-Iran ceasefire, media says
Asia|Business|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Iran could open Strait of Hormuz in a controlled way ahead of meeting with US, senior Iranian official says

Iran could open the Strait of Hormuz in a limited and controlled way on Thursday or Friday ahead of a meeting between U.S. and Iranian officials in Pakistan, a senior

Iran could open Strait of Hormuz in a controlled way ahead of meeting with US, senior Iranian official says
Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World

Russia denies Ukrainian intelligence assessment that its hackers have teamed up with Iran's for cyberattacks

Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said on Wednesday that Ukrainian intelligence assessments that Russian and Iranian hackers have joined forces, reported

Russia denies Ukrainian intelligence assessment that its hackers have teamed up with Iran's for cyberattacks
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Iran's shattered economy means any success in war may be fleeting

Iranian authorities see the truce with the United States and Israel as a strategic victory, but they emerge battered and isolated with an

Iran's shattered economy means any success in war may be fleeting
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Wall Street opens higher after US-Iran ceasefire

Wall Street's main indexes opened higher on Wednesday after the U.S. and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire, sending crude prices lower on expectations that energy supplies

Wall Street opens higher after US-Iran ceasefire
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Iran to approach peace talks with US with caution, Iranian ambassador to UN says

Iran will approach peace talks with the U.S. with greater caution than in the past due to a deep lack of trust, and the war will affect the future

Iran to approach peace talks with US with caution, Iranian ambassador to UN says
Europe|Political|World

Germany's Merz speaks with Trump after Iran ceasefire, sources says

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz spoke with U.S.

Germany's Merz speaks with Trump after Iran ceasefire, sources says
Health|Political|World

Lebanese man scours home bombed by Israel for mementos of his slain family

Almost every day for the last month, Hussein Saleh has made a somber pilgrimage to the plot of land in south Lebanon where his home once stood,

Lebanese man scours home bombed by Israel for mementos of his slain family
Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump says US will work closely with Iran, discuss sanctions

The United States will work closely with Iran and the two countries are discussing tariff and sanctions relief, U.S.

Trump says US will work closely with Iran, discuss sanctions
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'A lot of work to do' to reopen Strait of Hormuz, UK's Starmer says on Gulf trip

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Wednesday there was still a lot of work to do to reopen the Strait of Hormuz following the U.S.-Iran ceasefire, speaking during

'A lot of work to do' to reopen Strait of Hormuz, UK's Starmer says on Gulf trip
Political|World

Iran speaker Qalibaf a key negotiator as talks approach to cement truce

Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, the speaker of Iran's parliament who has taken a more central role as Israeli and U.S. strikes pick off the Islamic Republic's

Iran speaker Qalibaf a key negotiator as talks approach to cement truce
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Wealthy nations slashed development aid in 2025 for second year in row, debt group says

By Colleen Goko JOHANNESBURG, April 8 (Retuers) - Wealthy nations slashed their development aid in 2025, probably by record-breaking amounts, a debt group said, ahead of data set to be released on

Wealthy nations slashed development aid in 2025 for second year in row, debt group says