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How a Pentagon investigation may help Sen. Kelly's political future

The Pentagon said Monday that it is investigating Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly, a retired US Navy captain, in light of “serious allegations of misconduct” the department has received against him, and could even recall him to active duty to face a court martial or administrative punishment. CNN's Kasie Hunt explains how the investigation could raise Kelly's standing amongst Democrats.

November 25, 2025
How a Pentagon investigation may help Sen. Kelly's political future
Business|Political|World

US peace plan for Ukraine drew from Russian document, sources say

The U.S.-backed 28-point peace plan to end the war in Ukraine, which became public last week, drew from a Russian-authored paper submitted to the Trump

November 26, 2025
US peace plan for Ukraine drew from Russian document, sources say
Election|Finance|Political

Tennessee special election puts Democratic momentum in 2025 races to the test

Tennessee special election puts Democratic momentum in 2025 races to the test

November 26, 2025
Tennessee special election puts Democratic momentum in 2025 races to the test
Crime|Political|US|World

Hegseth focuses on potential punishments for Sen. Kelly in confrontation over ‘illegal orders’ video

Hegseth focuses on potential punishments for Sen. Kelly in confrontation over ‘illegal orders’ video

November 26, 2025
Hegseth focuses on potential punishments for Sen. Kelly in confrontation over ‘illegal orders’ video
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Could the latest Ukraine talks actually end the war? Here’s what to know

Could the latest Ukraine talks actually end the war? Here’s what to know

November 25, 2025
Could the latest Ukraine talks actually end the war? Here’s what to know
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

US envoy coached Putin aide on how Russian leader should pitch Trump on Ukraine peace plan

President Donald Trump’s chief interlocutor with the Russian government last month advised a senior aide to Vladimir Putin on how the Russian leader should go about pitching the U.S. president on a Ukraine peace plan

November 26, 2025
US envoy coached Putin aide on how Russian leader should pitch Trump on Ukraine peace plan
Crime|Election|MidEast|Political|World

Zohran Mamdani’s handling of protest outside synagogue further worries NYC Jewish leaders

Zohran Mamdani’s handling of protest outside synagogue further worries NYC Jewish leaders

November 26, 2025
Zohran Mamdani’s handling of protest outside synagogue further worries NYC Jewish leaders
Crime|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Woman with family ties to White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt arrested by ICE

Woman with family ties to White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt arrested by ICE

November 26, 2025
Woman with family ties to White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt arrested by ICE
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Germany remains EU's top net contributor despite economic slump, study shows

Germany remained the European Union's largest net contributor in 2024 despite its ongoing economic crisis, though its payments have fallen sharply

November 26, 2025
Germany remains EU's top net contributor despite economic slump, study shows
Asia|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

After 26 years in prison, PKK leader Ocalan has key role in Turkey peace process

After 26 years in a Turkish prison, Abdullah Ocalan is carving out a key role for himself as Ankara tries to end his outlawed Kurdistan Workers Party's four-decade insurgency.

November 26, 2025
After 26 years in prison, PKK leader Ocalan has key role in Turkey peace process
Australia|Education|Political|Technology|World

Australian teenagers ask High Court to block social media ban

A constitutional challenge against Australia’s social media ban on children younger than 16 has been filed in the nation’s highest court, two weeks before the world-first law is set

November 26, 2025
Australian teenagers ask High Court to block social media ban
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Japan PM Takaichi rules out risk of British-style 'Truss' shock

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi ruled out on Wednesday the possibility that Japan could face a British-style "Truss moment", or loss of market confidence stemming from

November 26, 2025
Japan PM Takaichi rules out risk of British-style 'Truss' shock
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Taiwan plans extra $40 billion in defence spending to counter China

Taiwan will introduce a $40-billion supplementary defence budget to underscore its determination to defend itself in the face of a rising threat from

November 25, 2025
Taiwan plans extra $40 billion in defence spending to counter China
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Taiwan puts $40 billion toward buying US weapons and building a defense dome

Taiwan’s president has announced a special $40 billion budget for arms purchases, including to build an air defense system with high-level detection and interception capabilities

November 26, 2025
Taiwan puts $40 billion toward buying US weapons and building a defense dome
Crime|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Russian drones injure 19, cause extensive damage in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia

Russian forces staged a mass drone attack on the southeastern Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia late on Tuesday, triggering fires, injuring 19 people and badly damaging buildings and vehicles,

November 25, 2025
Russian drones injure 19, cause extensive damage in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia
Asia|Political|World

China warns it will 'crush' foreign efforts to interfere over Taiwan

China warned on Wednesday it would "crush" any foreign attempts to interfere over Taiwan, after Japan announced plans to deploy missiles on an island near democratically-governed

November 26, 2025
China warns it will 'crush' foreign efforts to interfere over Taiwan
Asia|Political|World

India lodges strong protest with China over detention of Indian woman

India said it had registered a strong protest with China over what it said was the arbitrary detention of an Indian citizen at Shanghai Airport, adding that such incidents are "most

November 26, 2025
India lodges strong protest with China over detention of Indian woman
Business|Europe|Political|World

Trump says no firm deadline for Ukraine, Russia to reach peace deal

U.S.

November 26, 2025
Trump says no firm deadline for Ukraine, Russia to reach peace deal
Asia|Crime|Political|World

South Korea special prosecutor seeks 15-year jail term for ex-PM Han on martial law charges

South Korea's special prosecutor on Wednesday sought a 15-year jail term for former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo on allegations he abetted ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol's

November 26, 2025
South Korea special prosecutor seeks 15-year jail term for ex-PM Han on martial law charges
Business|Economy|Political|World

China buys at least 10 US soybean cargoes in new deals after Trump-Xi call, sources say

China bought at least 10 cargoes of U.S. soybeans worth around $300 million in contracts signed since Tuesday, two traders with knowledge of

November 26, 2025
China buys at least 10 US soybean cargoes in new deals after Trump-Xi call, sources say
Health|Political

Trump says he does not want to extend Obamacare subsidies

President Donald Trump said on Friday he does not want to extend Obamacare subsidies after reports surfaced that he was preparing a health-policy framework to extend

November 26, 2025
Trump says he does not want to extend Obamacare subsidies
Economy|Health|Political|US

Trump says would prefer not to extend Obamacare subsidies

President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he does not want to extend Obamacare subsidies but might consider such a move after a report said

November 25, 2025
Trump says would prefer not to extend Obamacare subsidies
Economy|Europe|Political|World

US Army secretary takes unlikely role as key negotiator in push to end Russia-Ukraine war

U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has become a key negotiator in the Trump administration’s push to end the Russia-Ukraine war

November 26, 2025
US Army secretary takes unlikely role as key negotiator in push to end Russia-Ukraine war
Economy|Environment|Political|Travel|World

National Parks to raise fees for international tourists to popular US parks

The National Park Service says it is going to start charging international tourists an extra $100 to enter some of the most popular U.S. parks

November 26, 2025
National Parks to raise fees for international tourists to popular US parks
Crime|Education|Health|Political|World

Women march in Mexico City to protest gender violence

Hundreds of women have marched through Mexico City's streets to protest violence against women

November 26, 2025
Women march in Mexico City to protest gender violence
Asia|Crime|Political|World

India intensifies crackdown in disputed Kashmir after New Delhi bombing

Authorities have intensified a security crackdown in Indian-controlled Kashmir following a deadly blast near New Delhi's Red Fort

November 26, 2025
India intensifies crackdown in disputed Kashmir after New Delhi bombing
Crime|Education|Political|US|World

DACA recipients are being arrested despite deportation protection

An organization is tracking the growing number of arrests among people with temporary deportation protection under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program

November 25, 2025
DACA recipients are being arrested despite deportation protection
Business|Economy|Health|Political

Trump admin says drug price negotiations will save Medicare roughly $12 billion

Trump admin says drug price negotiations will save Medicare roughly $12 billion

November 26, 2025
Trump admin says drug price negotiations will save Medicare roughly $12 billion
Crime|Political|World

Brazil's former President Jair Bolsonaro begins 27-year prison sentence for coup attempt

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has started his 27-year prison sentence for leading a coup attempt

November 25, 2025
Brazil's former President Jair Bolsonaro begins 27-year prison sentence for coup attempt
Europe|Political|World

Trump says he's sending his envoys to see Putin and Ukrainians after fine-tuning plan to end war

President Donald Trump says his plan to end the war in Ukraine has been "fine-tuned."

November 25, 2025
Trump says he's sending his envoys to see Putin and Ukrainians after fine-tuning plan to end war
Political|World

Trump administration plan to review Biden-era refugees sparks worry and uncertainty

The Trump administration’s plan to review all refugees admitted to the United States under the Biden administration is weighing heavily on people who could be affected by the evaluation and fueling uncertainty and worry among people who believed their status was secured

November 26, 2025
Trump administration plan to review Biden-era refugees sparks worry and uncertainty
Education|Opinion|Political|World

Pentagon investigation of Sen. Mark Kelly revives Cold War persecution of Americans with supposedly disloyal views

President Donald Trump and his supporters cast their domestic opponents as disloyal, traitorous or worse, rather than seeing dissent as part of democracy.

November 26, 2025
Pentagon investigation of Sen. Mark Kelly revives Cold War persecution of Americans with supposedly disloyal views
Americas|Political|World

Cuba accuses US of seeking violent overthrow of Venezuelan government

Cuba on Tuesday accused the U.S. of seeking a violent overthrow of the Venezuelan government, calling the increased presence of U.S. military forces in the region an "exaggerated and

November 25, 2025
Cuba accuses US of seeking violent overthrow of Venezuelan government
Crime|Political|US|World

US Justice Department plans gun rights office within civil rights unit

By David Hood-Nuño and Sarah N.

November 25, 2025
US Justice Department plans gun rights office within civil rights unit
Crime|Political|US|World

FBI probes congressional Democrats who warned military about illegal orders

The FBI has requested interviews with six Democratic members of the U.S.

November 25, 2025
FBI probes congressional Democrats who warned military about illegal orders
Business|Political|US|World

Trump says he had 'great talk' with Japanese leader Takaichi

U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday said he had a "great talk" with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and expressed confidence that she would be a great leader.

November 26, 2025
Trump says he had 'great talk' with Japanese leader Takaichi
Crime|Political|World

Mexico approves bill to prevent, punish extortion with up to 42 years in prison

Mexico's lower house of congress approved a bill on Tuesday to prevent, investigate and punish extortion with prison terms of up to 42 years. 

November 25, 2025
Mexico approves bill to prevent, punish extortion with up to 42 years in prison
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump says China's Xi 'more or less agreed' to accelerate purchases of US goods

U.S.

November 26, 2025
Trump says China's Xi 'more or less agreed' to accelerate purchases of US goods
Arts|Crime|Political|US|World

How Gabbard's 'hunters' pounced on secret CIA warehouse for Kennedy files

The officials arrived at the secret CIA archival facility in the Washington area one morning in

November 25, 2025
How Gabbard's 'hunters' pounced on secret CIA warehouse for Kennedy files
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Putin says authorities must 'strengthen' Russian identity in Ukraine

Russian authorities must increase the number of people who identify as Russian and speak Russian in the parts of Ukraine incorporated into the country since Moscow's 2022 invasion,

November 26, 2025
Putin says authorities must 'strengthen' Russian identity in Ukraine
Health|Political|Science|US

Louisiana surgeon general who stopped promoting vaccination will be second in command at CDC

Louisiana surgeon general who stopped promoting vaccination will be second in command at CDC

November 25, 2025
Louisiana surgeon general who stopped promoting vaccination will be second in command at CDC
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Belarusian politician Mikola Statkevich returned to prison after refusing 'forced deportation'

Belarusian politician Mikola Statkevich, who was freed from prison in a U.S.-brokered deal but refused to leave his native country, has been returned to prison

November 25, 2025
Belarusian politician Mikola Statkevich returned to prison after refusing 'forced deportation'
Political|US|World

DC Mayor Bowser, who walked a tightrope with Trump, won’t seek reelection

DC Mayor Bowser, who walked a tightrope with Trump, won’t seek reelection

November 25, 2025
DC Mayor Bowser, who walked a tightrope with Trump, won’t seek reelection
Business|Economy|Political|World

Bolivia's new president plans to scrap taxes and borrow money to confront economic crisis

President Rodrigo Paz of Bolivia says he will scrap a ream of taxes in one of his first moves since becoming the nation’s first conservative leader in nearly two decades in a bid to rescue a crisis-stricken economy

November 25, 2025
Bolivia's new president plans to scrap taxes and borrow money to confront economic crisis
Crime|Election|Political|US|World

Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser says she will not seek reelection

Washington, D.C., Mayor Muriel Bowser said on Tuesday that she will not seek reelection next year, setting the stage for the heavily Democratic city's first

November 25, 2025
Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser says she will not seek reelection
Business|Crime|Political|World

Judge gives Justice Department a day to detail Ghislaine Maxwell trial materials to be released

A federal judge has given the Justice Department a day to say what materials it plans to make publicly available from the file it built to prosecute Ghislaine Maxwell in the sex trafficking case brought against her after financier Jeffrey Epstein died

November 25, 2025
Judge gives Justice Department a day to detail Ghislaine Maxwell trial materials to be released
Crime|Political|World

Ex-President Bolsonaro starts serving 27-year sentence for Brazil coup plot

Brazil's Supreme Court on Tuesday ordered former far-right President Jair Bolsonaro to begin a 27-year prison sentence for a coup plot

November 25, 2025
Ex-President Bolsonaro starts serving 27-year sentence for Brazil coup plot
Africa|Political|World

Ugandan opposition says over 300 supporters detained in presidential campaign

Security forces in Uganda have detained more than 300 supporters and officials from the party of opposition presidential candidate Bobi Wine since campaigning for a January election

November 25, 2025
Ugandan opposition says over 300 supporters detained in presidential campaign
Business|Crime|Economy|Health|Political

Federal Bureau of Prisons says falling concrete is forcing it to close a prison near Los Angeles

The federal Bureau of Prisons is shutting down its Terminal Island facility near Los Angeles over concerns about crumbling infrastructure, including falling concrete that threatens to knock out the facility’s heating system

November 25, 2025
Federal Bureau of Prisons says falling concrete is forcing it to close a prison near Los Angeles
Crime|Political|World

Members of US-targeted Antifa group go on trial in Germany

Seven members of a left-wing group designated as a terrorist organisation by the U.S. government went on trial in Germany on Tuesday for charges including attempted murder

November 25, 2025
Members of US-targeted Antifa group go on trial in Germany
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|Technology|World

France and Germany step up pressure on arms firms to resolve fighter impasse

France and Germany are ratcheting up pressure on their industrial champions to rescue Europe's next-generation fighter

November 25, 2025
France and Germany step up pressure on arms firms to resolve fighter impasse
Economy|Europe|Political|World

UK to move with EU on Russian frozen assets, Starmer says

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Tuesday told a Coalition of the Willing meeting that London was "ready to move" with the European Union on providing financial support to

November 25, 2025
UK to move with EU on Russian frozen assets, Starmer says
MidEast|Political|World

Turkey, Egypt, Qatar discuss second phase of Gaza ceasefire deal, Turkish source says

Turkey's spy chief met with his Egyptian counterpart and Qatar's foreign minister in Cairo on Tuesday to discuss transitioning to the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire deal and

November 25, 2025
Turkey, Egypt, Qatar discuss second phase of Gaza ceasefire deal, Turkish source says
Americas|Economy|Election|Political|World

Brazil's Lula leads potential right-wing rivals ahead of 2026 vote, poll shows

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva leads all potential right-wing challengers for the 2026 election, while his approval ratings have climbed in recent months, a poll by

November 25, 2025
Brazil's Lula leads potential right-wing rivals ahead of 2026 vote, poll shows
Asia|Political|World

Japan fires back at 'unsubstantiated' Chinese letter to UN

Japan has dismissed a Chinese letter to the United Nations accusing Tokyo of threatening armed intervention over Taiwan as "inconsistent with the facts and unsubstantiated".

November 25, 2025
Japan fires back at 'unsubstantiated' Chinese letter to UN
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says Kyiv ready to move forward with peace plan

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Tuesday that Kyiv was ready to move forward with a U.S.-backed peace deal, and that he was prepared to discuss its sensitive points with U.S.

November 25, 2025
Zelenskiy says Kyiv ready to move forward with peace plan
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Syrian security forces use gunfire to disperse rival protests in Alawite heartland

Syrian security forces used gunfire on Tuesday to break up two rival groups of demonstrators in the coastal town of Latakia, heartland of the country's Alawite minority,

November 25, 2025
Syrian security forces use gunfire to disperse rival protests in Alawite heartland
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Europeans told U.S. Rubio to maintain pressure on Russia, von der Leyen says

The leaders of the European countries supporting Ukraine, the so-called coalition of the willing, on Tuesday insisted to keep pressuring Russia with sanctions in a video call with

November 25, 2025
Europeans told U.S. Rubio to maintain pressure on Russia, von der Leyen says
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

UK government approves 4.1% rise in minimum wage for 2026

Britain's main minimum wage rate will rise by 4.1% to 12.71 pounds ($16.67) an hour next April to keep up with average pay, the government said on Tuesday, despite

November 25, 2025
UK government approves 4.1% rise in minimum wage for 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Good chance Trump may unveil Fed pick by Christmas, Bessent says

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Tuesday he was concluding a second round of interviews later in the day for a new U.S.

November 25, 2025
Good chance Trump may unveil Fed pick by Christmas, Bessent says
Crime|Political|US|World

US Justice Department stumbles in retribution campaign against Trump foes

Lindsey Halligan, a close ally of President Donald Trump, went before a grand jury in late September seeking criminal charges against a high-profile target:

November 25, 2025
US Justice Department stumbles in retribution campaign against Trump foes
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Health|Political|Stock Markets|US

US states sue to block Trump administration from restricting homelessness funding

A group of U.S. states filed a lawsuit on Tuesday seeking to block President Donald Trump's administration from placing new restrictions on more than $3 billion in grant

November 25, 2025
US states sue to block Trump administration from restricting homelessness funding
Business|Environment|Health|Political

EPA to provide $3 billion to US states to reduce lead in drinking water

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency said on Tuesday it would provide states with $3 billion in new funding to reduce lead in drinking water.

November 25, 2025
EPA to provide $3 billion to US states to reduce lead in drinking water
Business|Economy|Election|Environment|Finance|Political|World

UN kicks off process to elect next secretary-general

The process to elect the next United Nations secretary-general formally kicked off on Tuesday as member states were asked to nominate candidates to take over the role from

November 25, 2025
UN kicks off process to elect next secretary-general
Economy|Political|World

US military's Caine meets with Trinidad prime minister

A top U.S. military official on Tuesday met with Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar to reaffirm partnership and discuss priorities for regional security and stability

November 25, 2025
US military's Caine meets with Trinidad prime minister
Business|Economy|Election|Political|World

How will the next UN chief be chosen and who wants the job?

A new United Nations secretary-general will be elected next year for a five-year term starting on January 1, 2027.

October 22, 2025
How will the next UN chief be chosen and who wants the job?
Africa|Political|World

Neither of Sudan's warring factions has accepted truce plan, Trump adviser says

The United States has presented Sudan's warring parties with a proposal for a truce but neither side has formally accepted it, U.S. envoy Massad Boulos said

November 25, 2025
Neither of Sudan's warring factions has accepted truce plan, Trump adviser says
Business|Economy|Health|Political|World

Health care plan circulated by the White House runs into familiar GOP divisions

A health care proposal circulated by the White House in recent days is running into Republican divisions on the issue

November 25, 2025
Health care plan circulated by the White House runs into familiar GOP divisions
Crime|Political|US|World

FACT FOCUS: Trump gets it wrong claiming no murders in DC for the last six months

In addition to pardoning two North Carolina turkeys at the annual White House ceremony, President Donald Trump discussed his crime-fighting efforts in Washington, D.C., claiming that it’s been six months since the city has seen a murder

November 25, 2025
FACT FOCUS: Trump gets it wrong claiming no murders in DC for the last six months
Europe|Political|World

'Coalition of the Willing' supports Trump's efforts to put an end to Ukraine war

Leaders of Britain, France and Germany, following their Coalition of the Willing meeting on Tuesday, expressed support for U.S.

November 25, 2025
'Coalition of the Willing' supports Trump's efforts to put an end to Ukraine war
Political|Travel|US|World

Pope Leo tells Americans to focus on gratitude this Thanksgiving

Pope Leo, the first U.S. leader of the Catholic Church, said on Tuesday that Americans should focus on gratitude to God as they pass the turkey on the annual holiday of

November 25, 2025
Pope Leo tells Americans to focus on gratitude this Thanksgiving
Political|US|World

In reversal, Indiana Republicans will weigh Trump's push for new congressional map

In a reversal, Indiana Republicans will meet in December to consider whether to heed President Donald Trump's demand for a new congressional district map favoring Republican

November 25, 2025
In reversal, Indiana Republicans will weigh Trump's push for new congressional map
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Zelenskiy says Ukraine ready to advance peace plan, will discuss disputed points with Trump

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Tuesday he was ready to advance a U.S.-backed framework for ending the war with Russia and

November 25, 2025
Zelenskiy says Ukraine ready to advance peace plan, will discuss disputed points with Trump
Europe|Political|World

Ukrainian president's chief of staff expects US army secretary Driscoll in Kyiv

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's chief of staff, Andriy Yermak, said on Tuesday he spoke to U.S.

November 25, 2025
Ukrainian president's chief of staff expects US army secretary Driscoll in Kyiv
Africa|Crime|Political|World

CNN finds evidence Tanzanian police killed protesters

In an exclusive investigation, CNN has found evidence that Tanzanian police used deadly fire on protesters following a disputed election in October. Forensic analysis of graphic videos and imagery reveals how protesters were killed by police and indicates mass graves concealing the scale of the brutal crackdown. CNN’s Larry Madowo reports.

November 21, 2025
CNN finds evidence Tanzanian police killed protesters
Crime|Political|US|World

Prosecutors will retry man in death of Etan Patz, whose 1979 disappearance spotlighted missing kids

A notorious 1979 missing-child case will go to trial for a third time in New York City

November 25, 2025
Prosecutors will retry man in death of Etan Patz, whose 1979 disappearance spotlighted missing kids
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Top US military officials are visiting Caribbean leaders as Trump weighs next steps

Top U.S. military officials are meeting leaders of Caribbean nations this week as the Trump administration has escalated its firepower in the region as part of what it calls a campaign against drug trafficking

November 25, 2025
Top US military officials are visiting Caribbean leaders as Trump weighs next steps
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Bolsonaro ordered to begin serving 27-year prison sentence for attempted coup

Bolsonaro ordered to begin serving 27-year prison sentence for attempted coup

November 25, 2025
Bolsonaro ordered to begin serving 27-year prison sentence for attempted coup
Crime|Political|US

Democratic congressman's lawsuit claims Trump housing official abused post to target Trump critics

A federal lawsuit filed by U.S. Rep. Eric Swalwell accuses the Trump administration’s top housing regulator of abusing his position to misuse private mortgage records belonging to Swalwell and other Democratic critics of the Republican president

November 25, 2025
Democratic congressman's lawsuit claims Trump housing official abused post to target Trump critics
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

A look at Kirill Dmitriev, the Russian envoy who helped craft the new Ukraine peace proposal

Kirill Dmitriev has emerged as a key player in drafting a new proposal to end Moscow’s war in Ukraine

November 25, 2025
A look at Kirill Dmitriev, the Russian envoy who helped craft the new Ukraine peace proposal
Business|Economy|Health|Political|US

The Latest: FBI seeks interviews with Democratic lawmakers who urged troops to defy illegal orders

Democratic lawmakers who appeared in a social media video urging U.S. troops to defy “illegal orders” say the FBI has contacted them to begin scheduling interviews, signaling a possible inquiry into the matter

November 25, 2025
The Latest: FBI seeks interviews with Democratic lawmakers who urged troops to defy illegal orders
Health|Political|US|World

Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson leaves hospital after treatment for neurological disorder

The Rev. Jesse Jackson's family says that the civil rights leader has been released from a hospital where he was treated for a rare neurological disorder

November 25, 2025
Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson leaves hospital after treatment for neurological disorder
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israel says it has received another set of human remains from militants in Gaza

Israel says it has received human remains that Palestinian militants handed over to the Red Cross, but it is not immediately clear if they are one of three hostages remaining in the Gaza Strip

November 25, 2025
Israel says it has received another set of human remains from militants in Gaza
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|Political

Gov. Shapiro signs CROWN Act into law in Pennsylvania

Gov. Shapiro signs CROWN Act into law in Pennsylvania

November 25, 2025
Gov. Shapiro signs CROWN Act into law in Pennsylvania
Africa|Crime|Education|Political|World

24 schoolgirls abducted from Kebbi in Nigeria have been rescued, president says

Nigeria's president says that all 24 schoolgirls held by assailants following a mass abduction last week from a school in Kebbi in northwestern Nigeria have been rescued

November 25, 2025
24 schoolgirls abducted from Kebbi in Nigeria have been rescued, president says
Environment|Health|Political

Trump EPA moves to abandon rule that sets tough standards for deadly soot pollution

The Trump administration is seeking to abandon a rule that sets tough standards for deadly soot pollution, arguing that the Biden administration did not have authority to set the tighter standard on pollution from tailpipes, smokestacks and other industrial sources

November 25, 2025
Trump EPA moves to abandon rule that sets tough standards for deadly soot pollution
Europe|Political|Sports|Travel|World

2026 World Cup draw can separate top-ranked Spain, Argentina, France and England until semifinals

The 2026 World Cup draw next week will reward the four highest-ranked teams who are Spain, Argentina, France and England with being placed in separate sections of a new tennis-style seeded tournament bracket

November 25, 2025
2026 World Cup draw can separate top-ranked Spain, Argentina, France and England until semifinals
Crime|Political|US

FBI seeking to schedule interviews with Democratic lawmakers in controversial video

FBI seeking to schedule interviews with Democratic lawmakers in controversial video

November 25, 2025
FBI seeking to schedule interviews with Democratic lawmakers in controversial video
Business|Economy|Political|World

Chinese 'right on schedule' for US soybean purchases, Bessent tells CNBC

Chinese purchases of American soybeans are "right on schedule", U.S.

November 25, 2025
Chinese 'right on schedule' for US soybean purchases, Bessent tells CNBC
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

What could Maduro offer Trump in potential talks? Oil

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has the flexibility and the incentive to offer crude oil cargoes, which the country mostly sells to China, as a bargaining

November 25, 2025
What could Maduro offer Trump in potential talks? Oil
Economy|Political|World

Japan PM highlights Trump bond after first talks since China clash

"Call me anytime" was the message Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said she received from U.S.

November 25, 2025
Japan PM highlights Trump bond after first talks since China clash
Europe|Political|World

Italy's southern regional votes cast shadow on Meloni's 2027 prospects

Key wins for Italy's opposition in southern regional elections show cracks in the ruling conservative bloc's dominance, raising doubts over Prime

November 25, 2025
Italy's southern regional votes cast shadow on Meloni's 2027 prospects
Political|US|World

How Trump’s ‘drone guy’ became central to the US effort to end the Ukraine war

How Trump’s ‘drone guy’ became central to the US effort to end the Ukraine war

November 25, 2025
How Trump’s ‘drone guy’ became central to the US effort to end the Ukraine war
Business|Crime|Education|Health|Political

Mother demands action after a student lit her daughter's hair on fire at school

Mother demands action after a student lit her daughter's hair on fire at school

November 25, 2025
Mother demands action after a student lit her daughter's hair on fire at school
Americas|Europe|Political|Sports|World

Cristiano Ronaldo set to avoid ban at World Cup after FIFA red-card verdict offers probation

Cristiano Ronaldo will likely avoid missing any Portugal games at the World Cup despite his red card in a qualifying game last week for elbowing an Ireland opponent

November 25, 2025
Cristiano Ronaldo set to avoid ban at World Cup after FIFA red-card verdict offers probation
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

U.S. Sen. Jim Justice of West Virginia agrees to pay nearly $5.2M in overdue personal taxes

U.S. Sen. Jim Justice of West Virginia has agreed to pay nearly $5.2 million in overdue personal taxes

November 25, 2025
U.S. Sen. Jim Justice of West Virginia agrees to pay nearly $5.2M in overdue personal taxes
Environment|MidEast|Political|World

'Everything is soaked': Winter rains in Gaza bring new misery for Palestinians

Children and families in Gaza are scooping muddy water from their tents and trying to protect the few belongings that remain after two years of war

November 25, 2025
'Everything is soaked': Winter rains in Gaza bring new misery for Palestinians
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Consumer confidence slides as Americans grow wary of high costs and sluggish job gains

U.S. consumers were much less confident in the economy in November in the aftermath of the government shutdown and amid weak hiring and stubborn inflation

November 25, 2025
Consumer confidence slides as Americans grow wary of high costs and sluggish job gains
Arts|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|Political

New owner to open Mississippi barn where Emmett Till was killed as a memorial site

The new owner of the Mississippi barn where 14-year-old Emmett Till was tortured and killed is to be opened as a memorial site by 2030

November 25, 2025
New owner to open Mississippi barn where Emmett Till was killed as a memorial site
Arts|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Food|Health|Lifestyle|Political

SNAP funds reach widow days before Thanksgiving

SNAP funds reach widow days before Thanksgiving

November 25, 2025
SNAP funds reach widow days before Thanksgiving
Economy|Interview|Opinion|Political|World

Peace plan presented by the US to Ukraine reflects inexperienced, unrealistic handling of a delicate situation

In a war that’s lasted almost four years, a former diplomat says it’s not realistic to say, ‘In the next week, come up with a very complicated peace deal, sign off on it and it’s going to stick.’

November 24, 2025
Peace plan presented by the US to Ukraine reflects inexperienced, unrealistic handling of a delicate situation
Political|US|World

Erika Kirk says Turning Point’s efforts to support Vance in 2028 are ‘in the works’

Erika Kirk says Turning Point’s efforts to support Vance in 2028 are ‘in the works’

November 25, 2025
Erika Kirk says Turning Point’s efforts to support Vance in 2028 are ‘in the works’
Crime|Europe|Political|World

NATO scrambles jets after deepest drone breach yet into Romania

Romanian and German NATO fighter jets were scrambled on Tuesday near Romania's border with Ukraine to respond to a drone incursion that penetrated deeper than ever into Romanian

November 25, 2025
NATO scrambles jets after deepest drone breach yet into Romania
Europe|Political|World

Reform UK's Farage says he 'never directly racially abused anybody' after school charges

Nigel Farage, the leader of Britain's anti-immigration Reform UK party, has said he has "never directly racially abused anybody", after a report alleging he made antisemitic remarks

November 25, 2025
Reform UK's Farage says he 'never directly racially abused anybody' after school charges
Business|Crime|Political|Science|Technology|World

Russian hackers target US engineering firm because of work done for Ukrainian sister city

Hackers working for Russian intelligence attacked an American engineering company this fall, seemingly because that firm had worked for a U.S. municipality with a sister city in Ukraine

November 25, 2025
Russian hackers target US engineering firm because of work done for Ukrainian sister city
Crime|Political|US

Judge sentences Joshua Rocha to death by lethal injection in shooting of NKC officer Daniel Vasquez

Judge sentences Joshua Rocha to death by lethal injection in shooting of NKC officer Daniel Vasquez

November 25, 2025
Judge sentences Joshua Rocha to death by lethal injection in shooting of NKC officer Daniel Vasquez
Business|Economy|Political|World

Russia weighs how to prop up Russian Railways which is $51 billion in debt, sources say

Russia's government is discussing different ways to prop up Russian Railways, the country's biggest commercial employer, which has built up a 4 trillion rouble ($

November 25, 2025
Russia weighs how to prop up Russian Railways which is $51 billion in debt, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Trump's battle with the BBC could threaten its global reach

When the BBC launched an expansion into the U.S. in June, its head of news promised "trust at a time of dramatic global uncertainty".

November 25, 2025
Trump's battle with the BBC could threaten its global reach
Europe|Political|World

Sweden wants long-range weapon systems able to strike inside Russia

Sweden's military wants long-range cruise missiles able to strike targets deep inside other countries, a deterrent which the defence minister said on Tuesday was

November 25, 2025
Sweden wants long-range weapon systems able to strike inside Russia
Asia|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Pakistan denies Afghanistan's claims of airstrikes killing 10 people, mostly children

Afghanistan’s Taliban government has accused Pakistan of launching overnight strikes in three eastern provinces, killing 10 civilians

November 25, 2025
Pakistan denies Afghanistan's claims of airstrikes killing 10 people, mostly children
Arts|Crime|Education|Environment|Political|World

For Wounded Knee descendants, the government’s decision on soldiers’ Medals of Honor leaves the painful legacy unsettled

For Wounded Knee descendants, the government’s decision on soldiers’ Medals of Honor leaves the painful legacy unsettled

November 25, 2025
For Wounded Knee descendants, the government’s decision on soldiers’ Medals of Honor leaves the painful legacy unsettled
Europe|Political|World

NATO must speed up work on eastern flank drone protection, Poland says

NATO must speed up work on strengthening the protection of its eastern flank from drones, Polish Defence Minister Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz said after Romania scrambled fighter jets

November 25, 2025
NATO must speed up work on eastern flank drone protection, Poland says
Crime|Political|World

ICC prosecutors say suspected Central African Republic militia leader oversaw prison abuse

Prosecutors at the International Criminal Court told judges on Tuesday that a suspected Seleka militia leader in the Central African Republic had complete control over a prison 

November 25, 2025
ICC prosecutors say suspected Central African Republic militia leader oversaw prison abuse
Entertainment|Food|Lifestyle|Political|US

In latest dishing out of pardons, Trump keeps Gobble and Waddle off the menu

In latest dishing out of pardons, Trump keeps Gobble and Waddle off the menu

November 25, 2025
In latest dishing out of pardons, Trump keeps Gobble and Waddle off the menu
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political

‘Like a pawn in a game’: 13 months without representation in a Texas congressional district

‘Like a pawn in a game’: 13 months without representation in a Texas congressional district

November 25, 2025
‘Like a pawn in a game’: 13 months without representation in a Texas congressional district
Europe|Political|World

Russia launches deadly strikes in Kyiv as peace talks continue in Abu Dhabi

Russia launches deadly strikes in Kyiv as peace talks continue in Abu Dhabi

November 25, 2025
Russia launches deadly strikes in Kyiv as peace talks continue in Abu Dhabi
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump’s gas price discount has disappeared

Trump’s gas price discount has disappeared

November 25, 2025
Trump’s gas price discount has disappeared
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian barrage on Kyiv kills seven, disrupts energy supplies

Russia launched a new barrage of drones and missiles at the Ukrainian capital Kyiv on Tuesday, officials said, killing seven people, wounding 21,

November 25, 2025
Russian barrage on Kyiv kills seven, disrupts energy supplies
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

EU needs new approach to spending to boost growth, ECB's Sleijpen says

The European Union needs to revamp how it spends money to revive growth, curbing state aid and redirecting funds towards "public goods" that will be critical for future growth, Dutch

November 25, 2025
EU needs new approach to spending to boost growth, ECB's Sleijpen says
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli strikes have killed at least 127 civilians in Lebanon since ceasefire, UN says

The U.N. human rights office said on Tuesday that at least 127 civilians had been killed in Lebanon in strikes by the Israel military since a ceasefire nearly a year ago, and called

November 25, 2025
Israeli strikes have killed at least 127 civilians in Lebanon since ceasefire, UN says
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

ECB policy 'in a good place' despite small inflation worries, policymakers say

European Central Bank policy is in a "good place" the Dutch and Irish central bank governors said on Tuesday, repeating the bank's long-standing mantra that has kept expectations for

November 25, 2025
ECB policy 'in a good place' despite small inflation worries, policymakers say
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

UAE's Gargash welcomes US efforts to end Sudan war, condemns atrocities

Anwar Gargash, the diplomatic adviser to the United Arab Emirates' president, said on Tuesday the UAE welcomed U.S. efforts to end war in Sudan and condemned "atrocities"

November 25, 2025
UAE's Gargash welcomes US efforts to end Sudan war, condemns atrocities
Business|Europe|Political|World

EU court says same-sex marriages should be recognised throughout bloc

The EU's highest court ruled on Tuesday that same-sex marriages must be respected throughout the bloc and rebuked Poland for refusing to recognise a marriage between two of its citizens

November 25, 2025
EU court says same-sex marriages should be recognised throughout bloc
Americas|Asia|Crime|Political|World

Rights groups slam Trump administration for ending Myanmar deportation protection as civil war rages

Rights groups have criticized the Trump administration's decision to end deportation protections for Myanmar citizens

November 25, 2025
Rights groups slam Trump administration for ending Myanmar deportation protection as civil war rages
Europe|Political|Travel|World

Germany's foreign minister to visit China before year's end after postponed trip

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul plans to visit China before the end of this year, he said at a policy forum in Berlin on Tuesday, after postponing a planned October trip at

November 25, 2025
Germany's foreign minister to visit China before year's end after postponed trip
Asia|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Why are tensions flaring again between Afghanistan and Pakistan?

Tensions flared between Afghanistan and Pakistan on Tuesday as the Taliban accused Pakistani forces of air strikes in eastern Afghanistan, which killed 9 children

November 25, 2025
Why are tensions flaring again between Afghanistan and Pakistan?
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

South Korea ruling party to propose bill for US investment under tariff deal, report says

South Korea's ruling Democratic Party will propose a bill this week that would facilitate the country's investment in the U.S. under a deal that cuts tariffs on the country's exports,

November 25, 2025
South Korea ruling party to propose bill for US investment under tariff deal, report says
Europe|MidEast|Political|Travel|World

From Paul VI to Leo XIV: A history of the pope's overseas tours

Pope Leo will embark on his first trip outside Italy on Thursday, travelling to Turkey and Lebanon.

November 25, 2025
From Paul VI to Leo XIV: A history of the pope's overseas tours
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

Taiwan says 'no information' on cooperation with South Korea on US chip tariffs

Taiwan Premier Cho Jung-tai said on Tuesday he had "no information" about any cooperation with South Korea on U.S.

November 25, 2025
Taiwan says 'no information' on cooperation with South Korea on US chip tariffs
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

China pledges fresh Tonga investment as debt repayment looms

China's President Xi Jinping pledged fresh investment in Tonga when he met King Tupou VI of the South Pacific island nation in Beijing on Tuesday, as the

November 25, 2025
China pledges fresh Tonga investment as debt repayment looms
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

French President Macron says Trump's Ukraine peace plan needs improvement

U.S. President Donald Trump's peace plan needs improvement to make it acceptable for Ukraine and Europe, French President Emmanuel Macron told RTL radio on Tuesday.

November 25, 2025
French President Macron says Trump's Ukraine peace plan needs improvement
Business|Economy|Political|World

Britain's unpopular government prepares a high-stakes budget and hopes for growth

Britain’s Labour Party government is set to deliver a high-stakes budget aimed at fixing public finances and boosting economic growth

November 25, 2025
Britain's unpopular government prepares a high-stakes budget and hopes for growth
Asia|Political|World

'Return' to China not an option for Taiwan's people, premier says responding to Xi

Taiwan Premier Cho Jung-tai said on Tuesday that a "return" to China is not an option for the island's 23 million people, after Chinese President Xi Jinping pressed

November 25, 2025
'Return' to China not an option for Taiwan's people, premier says responding to Xi
Celebrity|Election|Political|Sports

Former Lakers star Rick Fox enters Bahamian politics

Three-time NBA champion Rick Fox on Monday said he will run for a seat in the Bahamas' House

November 25, 2025
Former Lakers star Rick Fox enters Bahamian politics
Asia|Political|World

How do Pakistan and Taliban Afghan militaries stack up as tensions flare?

Fresh tensions flared between Afghanistan and Pakistan on Tuesday as the Taliban accused Pakistani forces of a bomb attack in Khost province that killed nine children and a woman.

October 16, 2025
How do Pakistan and Taliban Afghan militaries stack up as tensions flare?
Education|Political|US|World

House launches investigation into alleged antisemitism in public school districts in Virginia, Pennsylvania and California

House launches investigation into alleged antisemitism in public school districts in Virginia, Pennsylvania and California

November 25, 2025
House launches investigation into alleged antisemitism in public school districts in Virginia, Pennsylvania and California
Business|Education|Entertainment|Political|Technology|World

News from outside disappears in North Korea

Decades-long efforts to provide uncensored foreign news into North Korea are facing setbacks now

November 25, 2025
News from outside disappears in North Korea
Health|Political|US|World

US civil rights leader Jesse Jackson released from Chicago hospital, family says

U.S. civil rights leader Jesse Jackson was released on Monday from a Chicago hospital where he had been receiving medical care for at least 12 days, according to

November 25, 2025
US civil rights leader Jesse Jackson released from Chicago hospital, family says
Business|Economy|Political|World

Japan unveils its version of DOGE aimed at cutting wasteful spending

Japan on Tuesday launched a scheme aimed at cutting wasteful government spending by reviewing existing subsidy projects and investment funds, a move the administration

November 25, 2025
Japan unveils its version of DOGE aimed at cutting wasteful spending
Business|Political|Technology|World

New X feature exposes foreign pro-MAGA accounts

New X feature exposes foreign pro-MAGA accounts

November 25, 2025
New X feature exposes foreign pro-MAGA accounts
Health|Political|US

Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson released from the hospital after treatment in the ICU

Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson released from the hospital after treatment in the ICU

November 25, 2025
Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson released from the hospital after treatment in the ICU
Political|World

Trump administration plans to review refugees admitted under Biden, memo obtained by The AP says

The Trump administration plans to review all refugees admitted during the Biden years, according to a memo obtained by The Associated Press

November 24, 2025
Trump administration plans to review refugees admitted under Biden, memo obtained by The AP says
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Top US military adviser visits Caribbean as Trump ramps up pressure on Venezuela

The United States' top military officer is visiting American troops in Puerto Rico and on a Navy warship in the region

November 24, 2025
Top US military adviser visits Caribbean as Trump ramps up pressure on Venezuela
Economy|Health|Political

Republicans balk at Trump’s health care proposal before it’s even released

Republicans balk at Trump’s health care proposal before it’s even released

November 25, 2025
Republicans balk at Trump’s health care proposal before it’s even released
Economy|Education|Election|Environment|Political

New survey finds rising pessimism among US Hispanics

As the first year of President Donald Trump's second term comes to a close, two new polls from the Pew Research Center find that Hispanic adults are increasingly unhappy with the way his administration is handling the economy and immigration, issues that were key for voters during last year’s election

November 24, 2025
New survey finds rising pessimism among US Hispanics
Business|Economy|Political|World

Canada's top diplomat says Ottawa is working fast to advance India trade deal

Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand says Canada and India will move quickly to get a trade deal after two years of strained relations

November 24, 2025
Canada's top diplomat says Ottawa is working fast to advance India trade deal
Arts|Business|Political|World

AP and Trump administration argue access case before federal appeals court; no ruling yet

The Associated Press and the Trump administration renewed their argument over a president’s ability to limit media access to journalists he disagrees with

November 24, 2025
AP and Trump administration argue access case before federal appeals court; no ruling yet
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Marjorie Taylor Greene's resignation shocked some in Georgia who say she could've won without Trump

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's decision to resign from the House after publicly disagreeing with former President Donald Trump has surprised some in Georgia

November 24, 2025
Marjorie Taylor Greene's resignation shocked some in Georgia who say she could've won without Trump
Business|Political|Science|Technology

Trump aims to boost AI innovation, build platform to harness government data

U.S.

November 24, 2025
Trump aims to boost AI innovation, build platform to harness government data
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump begins process of labeling Muslim Brotherhood chapters as terrorist

U.S.

November 24, 2025
Trump begins process of labeling Muslim Brotherhood chapters as terrorist
Election|Political|US

Former US Sen. Doug Jones announces run for Alabama governor

Former U.S. Sen. Doug Jones has announced his candidacy for governor of Alabama in 2026

November 24, 2025
Former US Sen. Doug Jones announces run for Alabama governor
Crime|Political|US|World

US judge tosses cases against ex-FBI chief Comey, New York AG James

By Sarah N.

November 24, 2025
US judge tosses cases against ex-FBI chief Comey, New York AG James
Americas|Crime|Environment|Political|US

Judge seeks settlement in 'Alligator Alcatraz' civil rights lawsuit

A federal judge in Florida wants civil rights attorneys and lawyers for the U.S. and Florida to hammer out a settlement in a lawsuit over whether detainees at an immigration center in the Everglades are getting adequate access to attorneys

November 24, 2025
Judge seeks settlement in 'Alligator Alcatraz' civil rights lawsuit
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Science|Technology

Trump’s new executive order brings together Big Tech, academics and the government on AI research

Trump’s new executive order brings together Big Tech, academics and the government on AI research

November 24, 2025
Trump’s new executive order brings together Big Tech, academics and the government on AI research
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Sudan's RSF paramilitary says it will enter into ceasefire

The head of Sudan's Rapid Support Forces said late on Monday that his paramilitaries would immediately enter into a three-month humanitarian truce, after U.S.

November 24, 2025
Sudan's RSF paramilitary says it will enter into ceasefire
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump administration orders review of Biden-era refugees, memo shows

U.S.

November 24, 2025
Trump administration orders review of Biden-era refugees, memo shows
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

DOJ drops immigration-related restrictions for states' domestic violence services

The U.S.

November 24, 2025
DOJ drops immigration-related restrictions for states' domestic violence services
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

Most US Latinos feel their situation is worse under Trump, Pew poll finds

A majority of U.S.

November 24, 2025
Most US Latinos feel their situation is worse under Trump, Pew poll finds
Business|Finance|Political|US|World

US ends temporary status for Myanmar nationals, cites upcoming elections as 'progress'

The Trump administration said on Monday it is ending temporary legal status for citizens of Myanmar in the United States, arguing they can safely return to the war

November 24, 2025
US ends temporary status for Myanmar nationals, cites upcoming elections as 'progress'
Business|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump administration moves to reinterview refugees admitted to US under Biden

Trump administration moves to reinterview refugees admitted to US under Biden

November 24, 2025
Trump administration moves to reinterview refugees admitted to US under Biden
Business|Crime|Political|World

Justice Department renews bid to unseal Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell grand jury materials

The Justice Department has renewed its request to unseal transcripts of grand jury proceedings that led to sex trafficking charges against Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell

November 24, 2025
Justice Department renews bid to unseal Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell grand jury materials
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Political

Priest accused of attacking woman after argument during donation drop-off at church, records show

Priest accused of attacking woman after argument during donation drop-off at church, records show

November 24, 2025
Priest accused of attacking woman after argument during donation drop-off at church, records show
Americas|Crime|Political|World

US labels Maduro-tied Cartel de los Soles as a terror organization. It's not a cartel per se

President Donald Trump’s administration has increased pressure on Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by designating the Cartel de los Soles as a foreign terrorist organization

November 24, 2025
US labels Maduro-tied Cartel de los Soles as a terror organization. It's not a cartel per se
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Controversial Gaza Humanitarian Foundation to close aid effort

Controversial Gaza Humanitarian Foundation to close aid effort

November 24, 2025
Controversial Gaza Humanitarian Foundation to close aid effort
Crime|Political|US|World

Federal judge dismisses indictments against Letitia James and James Comey, saying Lindsey Halligan appointment was unlawful

Federal judge dismisses indictments against Letitia James and James Comey, saying Lindsey Halligan appointment was unlawful

November 24, 2025
Federal judge dismisses indictments against Letitia James and James Comey, saying Lindsey Halligan appointment was unlawful
Crime|Political|US|World

Pentagon says it might recall Sen. Mark Kelly to military service for court martial over ‘illegal orders’ video

Pentagon says it might recall Sen. Mark Kelly to military service for court martial over ‘illegal orders’ video

November 24, 2025
Pentagon says it might recall Sen. Mark Kelly to military service for court martial over ‘illegal orders’ video
Africa|Political|World

Sudan's top general rejects US-led ceasefire proposal, calling it 'the worst yet'

Sudan’s top general has rejected a ceasefire proposal from U_S_-led mediators, calling it “the worst yet.”

November 24, 2025
Sudan's top general rejects US-led ceasefire proposal, calling it 'the worst yet'
Economy|Health|Political|World

Disputed Gaza aid distributor backed by US and Israel ends operations

The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, the U.S.- and Israeli-backed organisation to distribute aid in Gaza, said on Monday it was ending its operations after months of criticism over

November 24, 2025
Disputed Gaza aid distributor backed by US and Israel ends operations
Election|Political|World

Guinea-Bissau challenger, incumbent both claim victory in presidential vote

Fernando Dias, widely seen as the leading challenger in Guinea-Bissau's presidential election, and President Umaro Sissoco Embalo's camp both declared victory on Monday before the

November 24, 2025
Guinea-Bissau challenger, incumbent both claim victory in presidential vote
Business|Europe|Political|World

German family-business association lifts ban on contacts with far-right AfD

Germany’s association of family-owned companies has lifted its ban on contacts with AfD lawmakers, signalling the far-right party’s growing acceptability in parts of the business

November 24, 2025
German family-business association lifts ban on contacts with far-right AfD
MidEast|Political|World

Gaza truce progress slow as Israeli-Hamas violence persists

Israeli forces killed three Palestinians in Gaza near the line demarcating areas of Israeli control on Monday, underlining the

November 24, 2025
Gaza truce progress slow as Israeli-Hamas violence persists
Crime|Europe|Political|World

US and Kyiv discuss reworked plan to end war in Ukraine

U.S. and Ukrainian officials sought to narrow the gaps between them on Monday over a plan to end the war in Ukraine, after

November 24, 2025
US and Kyiv discuss reworked plan to end war in Ukraine
Business|Economy|Health|Political|US

Americans waiting for Obamacare subsidies delay or drop health insurance

Officials from several U.S. states say Americans relying on subsidies to afford Obamacare health insurance are holding off on enrolling as they face 2026 premium

November 24, 2025
Americans waiting for Obamacare subsidies delay or drop health insurance
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Trump says he will visit Beijing in April and host China’s Xi for a state visit later next year

President Donald Trump says he will visit Beijing in April and host China’s President Xi Jinping for a state visit later next year

November 24, 2025
Trump says he will visit Beijing in April and host China’s Xi for a state visit later next year
Americas|Crime|Political|World

US labels another Venezuelan group as terrorist, ramping up pressure

The United States on Monday formally designated Venezuela's Cartel de los Soles as a foreign terrorist organization, layering additional terrorism-related

November 24, 2025
US labels another Venezuelan group as terrorist, ramping up pressure
Business|Crime|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump pledge to 'immediately' end protections for Minnesota Somalis sparks fear and legal questions

President Donald Trump has pledged to end temporary legal protections for Somalis in Minnesota, sparking fear in the state's immigrant community

November 22, 2025
Trump pledge to 'immediately' end protections for Minnesota Somalis sparks fear and legal questions
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Officials say progress made on amending US peace plan for Ukraine

Officials say progress was made in urgent weekend talks on amending the U.S. peace proposal for Ukraine that many saw as favoring Russia

November 24, 2025
Officials say progress made on amending US peace plan for Ukraine
Arts|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|US

Melania Trump welcomes Christmas tree to the White House

First lady Melania Trump has welcomed this year's Christmas tree to the White House

November 24, 2025
Melania Trump welcomes Christmas tree to the White House
MidEast|Political|World

Turkish parliamentary delegation meets jailed PKK leader Ocalan

A delegation from a Turkish parliamentary commission overseeing the disarmament of the outlawed Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) militant group paid their first visit to its jailed

November 24, 2025
Turkish parliamentary delegation meets jailed PKK leader Ocalan
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump touts 'very good' call with China's Xi

U.S.

November 24, 2025
Trump touts 'very good' call with China's Xi
Economy|Health|Political

White House postpones expected unveiling of new health care cost proposal

White House postpones expected unveiling of new health care cost proposal

November 24, 2025
White House postpones expected unveiling of new health care cost proposal
Australia|Political|World

Australian far-right senator wears burqa to parliament, sparking outrage

Australian far-right Senator Pauline Hanson wore a burqa to Parliament on Monday as a political prop in her

November 24, 2025
Australian far-right senator wears burqa to parliament, sparking outrage
Political|World

Fact check: 78 times Zelensky has expressed gratitude to the US

Fact check: 78 times Zelensky has expressed gratitude to the US

November 24, 2025
Fact check: 78 times Zelensky has expressed gratitude to the US
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

US lawmakers probe FAA grant delays over aircraft mechanic shortage before Thanksgiving

A U.S. government delay on funding a grant program risks worsening a shortage of aircraft mechanics at a time when the country's aging aviation

November 24, 2025
US lawmakers probe FAA grant delays over aircraft mechanic shortage before Thanksgiving
Business|Economy|Political|World

US government to shed 317,000 workers this year, Trump's HR chief says

The Trump administration will shed about 317,000 employees this year, its human resources chief said, a higher figure than previously estimated.

November 24, 2025
US government to shed 317,000 workers this year, Trump's HR chief says
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

US senators say Trump has failed to prevent Russian LNG from helping fund war in Ukraine

Four Democratic U.S. senators

November 24, 2025
US senators say Trump has failed to prevent Russian LNG from helping fund war in Ukraine
Election|Europe|Political|World

Italian regional votes show no sign of opposition breakthrough

Italy's leftist opposition and ruling parties held their ground in regional votes, provisional results showed on Monday, wrapping up a round of races in 2025 that saw

November 24, 2025
Italian regional votes show no sign of opposition breakthrough
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Political

Who will get hit hardest by ACA premium increases in four charts

Who will get hit hardest by ACA premium increases in four charts

November 07, 2025
Who will get hit hardest by ACA premium increases in four charts
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Poland's foreign minister summons Israeli ambassador over Yad Vashem post

Polish Foreign Minister Radek Sikorski has summoned the Israeli ambassador over a post by Yad Vashem

November 24, 2025
Poland's foreign minister summons Israeli ambassador over Yad Vashem post
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Things to know about the growing pressures facing Zelenskyy during a crucial week of diplomacy

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy faces a crucial week of diplomacy, testing his ability to stand his ground while demonstrating to the United States that he is willing to compromise

November 24, 2025
Things to know about the growing pressures facing Zelenskyy during a crucial week of diplomacy
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump touts 'extremely strong' China relations after call with Xi

President Donald Trump touted relations with China as "extremely strong" on Monday following a call with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, who told Trump that

November 24, 2025
Trump touts 'extremely strong' China relations after call with Xi
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Fed's Waller says he met with Treasury Secretary 10 days ago about Fed chair position, Fox Business reports

U.S.

November 24, 2025
Fed's Waller says he met with Treasury Secretary 10 days ago about Fed chair position, Fox Business reports
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World

Trump weighing advanced Nvidia chip sales to China, Bloomberg News reports

U.S.

November 24, 2025
Trump weighing advanced Nvidia chip sales to China, Bloomberg News reports
Europe|Political|World

UK PM Starmer says more work needed for 'just and lasting peace' in Ukraine

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Monday there was more work to do to establish a "just and lasting peace" in Ukraine, but progress was being made.

November 24, 2025
UK PM Starmer says more work needed for 'just and lasting peace' in Ukraine
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Iran's foreign minister to hold talks in Paris on Nov. 26, French foreign ministry says

France's Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot will hold talks with his Iranian counterpart in Paris on November 26 to discuss bilateral and regional issues as well as Iran's contested

November 24, 2025
Iran's foreign minister to hold talks in Paris on Nov. 26, French foreign ministry says
Crime|Political|World

Brazil top court votes to keep Bolsonaro in police custody

A four-judge panel of Brazil's Supreme Court voted unanimously on Monday to keep former President Jair Bolsonaro in police custody after Justice Alexandre de Moraes ordered his

November 24, 2025
Brazil top court votes to keep Bolsonaro in police custody
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says European counter-proposal for Ukraine peace does not work for Russia

The Kremlin on Monday said that a European counter-proposal to a U.S. 28-point peace plan for Ukraine was not constructive and that it simply did not work for Moscow.

November 24, 2025
Kremlin says European counter-proposal for Ukraine peace does not work for Russia
Africa|Americas|Asia|Education|Europe|MidEast|Opinion|Political|US|World

Nick Fuentes is a master of exploiting the current social media opportunities for extremism

In 1946, young men in khaki shirts marched through Atlanta performing Nazi salutes and promising racial vengeance. They lasted 10 months. Today’s fascists aren’t as easily banished.

November 24, 2025
Nick Fuentes is a master of exploiting the current social media opportunities for extremism
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What Robert F. Kennedy Jr. didn’t tell you about ‘Operation Northwoods,’ the false flag operation he loves to denounce

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s accounts of the notorious false flag operations proposed during the Kennedy years omit the most important part of the story. Hint: It’s a family affair.

November 24, 2025
What Robert F. Kennedy Jr. didn’t tell you about ‘Operation Northwoods,’ the false flag operation he loves to denounce
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G20 declaration in defiance of US marks rare victory for multilateralism

Born of crisis but torn by years of tensions among its members, the Group of 20 major economies scored a rare victory this weekend for

November 24, 2025
G20 declaration in defiance of US marks rare victory for multilateralism
Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Political|US

ICE agents mistakenly detain high school intern

Video shows ICE agents detaining a 16-year-old intern outside a Rhode Island courthouse after mistaking him for a “child predator” they were searching for.

November 22, 2025
ICE agents mistakenly detain high school intern
Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU vows to keep supporting Ukraine with cash and weapons as peace talks continue

European Council President Antonio Costa pledged on Monday that the European Union will keep on supporting Ukraine, as he hailed "new momentum" in peace negotiations to end the war

November 24, 2025
EU vows to keep supporting Ukraine with cash and weapons as peace talks continue
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Myanmar state television broadcasts army crackdown on scam centers

Myanmar’s military government has begun broadcasting extensive video on state television of its crackdown on online scam centers

November 24, 2025
Myanmar state television broadcasts army crackdown on scam centers
Arts|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|Travel

White House holiday festivities get underway despite ballroom construction

White House holiday festivities get underway despite ballroom construction

November 24, 2025
White House holiday festivities get underway despite ballroom construction
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She lost her son to gun violence. Now she’s part of a movement credited with Baltimore’s crime drop

She lost her son to gun violence. Now she’s part of a movement credited with Baltimore’s crime drop

November 24, 2025
She lost her son to gun violence. Now she’s part of a movement credited with Baltimore’s crime drop
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

French PM pressures lawmakers to pass 2026 budget despite parliament tensions

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu put pressure on lawmakers on Monday to pass the 2026 budget by the end of the year after the deeply divided lower house of parliament rejected

November 24, 2025
French PM pressures lawmakers to pass 2026 budget despite parliament tensions
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Trump seizes control of Republicans' 2026 election strategy with his presidency on the line

President Donald Trump isn't on the ballot in next November's midterm elections, but he’s plunging into them with his own presidency

November 24, 2025
Trump seizes control of Republicans' 2026 election strategy with his presidency on the line
Asia|Political|World

North, South Korea in 'very dangerous' standoff, Yonhap quotes Lee saying

North and South Korea are in a "very dangerous situation" where an accidental clash is possible any time and it was crucial for Seoul to engage Pyongyang in dialogue, South Korean

November 24, 2025
North, South Korea in 'very dangerous' standoff, Yonhap quotes Lee saying
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says Kyiv working with US, other partners on peace proposals

Ukraine will continue to work with partners including the U.S. on peace proposals, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Monday, the second day of talks in Switzerland after Washington

November 24, 2025
Zelenskiy says Kyiv working with US, other partners on peace proposals
Africa|Election|Political|World

Gambia takes in Cameroon opposition leader after election-linked protests

Gambia said it was temporarily hosting Cameroonian opposition leader Issa Tchiroma Bakary on humanitarian grounds following a contested presidential election in Cameroon last month

November 24, 2025
Gambia takes in Cameroon opposition leader after election-linked protests
Europe|Political|World

United EU position is key to 'good outcome' from Ukraine peace moves, EU's Costa says

A united and coordinated European Union position is key to ensuring a "good outcome" from talks on ending the war in Ukraine, European Council President Antonio Costa said on

November 24, 2025
United EU position is key to 'good outcome' from Ukraine peace moves, EU's Costa says
Europe|Political|US|World

Kremlin says it will wait to see how talks between US and Ukraine on a potential peace plan pan out

The Kremlin said on Monday that it would wait to see how talks between the United States and Ukraine on a potential peace plan pan out, and would not be commenting on media reports

November 24, 2025
Kremlin says it will wait to see how talks between US and Ukraine on a potential peace plan pan out
Crime|Health|Political|World

Philippine president refuses to discuss family matters in public after sister's drug allegation

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has refused to respond to an allegation by his estranged sister that he has been a longtime drug addict whose cocaine dependence has undermined his governance

November 24, 2025
Philippine president refuses to discuss family matters in public after sister's drug allegation
Arts|Economy|Education|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

Britain is one of the world’s richest countries. So why do a third of its children live in poverty?

Britain is one of the world’s richest countries. So why do a third of its children live in poverty?

November 24, 2025
Britain is one of the world’s richest countries. So why do a third of its children live in poverty?
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Suicide bombers strike security force headquarters in northwestern Pakistan, killing 3 officers

Police say two suicide bombers and a gunman have attacked the headquarters of a security force in northwestern Pakistan, killing at least three officers and wounding 11 others

November 24, 2025
Suicide bombers strike security force headquarters in northwestern Pakistan, killing 3 officers
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

Hong Kong leader backs China's policy on Japan in first remarks on dispute

Hong Kong's leader John Lee said on Monday his government supported China's diplomatic policy towards Japan and the financial hub would closely monitor the situation and respond

November 24, 2025
Hong Kong leader backs China's policy on Japan in first remarks on dispute
Business|Economy|Political|World

UK's fiscal watchdog will downgrade growth forecasts, Sky News says

Britain's fiscal watchdog will downgrade its economic growth forecasts for 2026 and for the remaining years of the current parliament alongside finance minister Rachel Reeves' budget

November 24, 2025
UK's fiscal watchdog will downgrade growth forecasts, Sky News says
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Spain's chief prosecutor quits after leak verdict

Spain's chief prosecutor said on Monday he was resigning after the Supreme Court last week found him guilty of leaking confidential information in a case involving a leading

November 24, 2025
Spain's chief prosecutor quits after leak verdict
MidEast|Political|World

Israel kills Hezbollah military leader in Beirut strike

Israel killed militant group Hezbollah's top military official in an airstrike on a southern suburb of Beirut on Sunday, the Israeli military said, despite a U.S.-brokered

November 23, 2025
Israel kills Hezbollah military leader in Beirut strike
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Political|World

Young street musicians jailed for singing anti-Kremlin songs have fled Russia, media report

Two young street musicians who were jailed for more than a month in Russia for singing anti-Kremlin songs have left the country after being released from detention,

November 24, 2025
Young street musicians jailed for singing anti-Kremlin songs have fled Russia, media report
Environment|Health|Political|Science|World

Lethal smog is back in the world’s most polluted capital. Residents have had enough

Lethal smog is back in the world’s most polluted capital. Residents have had enough

November 23, 2025
Lethal smog is back in the world’s most polluted capital. Residents have had enough
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

UK employers tell Reeves to make 'hard choices' on budget

The head of a British employers group urged finance minister Rachel Reeves on Monday to make "hard choices" in this week's budget and accused

November 24, 2025
UK employers tell Reeves to make 'hard choices' on budget
Europe|Political|US|World

US touts ‘productive’ talks with Ukraine after Trump slams Ukrainian leadership

US touts ‘productive’ talks with Ukraine after Trump slams Ukrainian leadership

November 23, 2025
US touts ‘productive’ talks with Ukraine after Trump slams Ukrainian leadership
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Political

Thousands of arrests by Trump's crime-fighting task force in Memphis strain crowded jail and courts

A task force ordered by President Donald Trump to combat crime in Memphis, Tennessee, has made thousands of arrests

November 24, 2025
Thousands of arrests by Trump's crime-fighting task force in Memphis strain crowded jail and courts
Crime|Election|Political

Keisha Lance Bottoms aims to be first Atlanta mayor to become Georgia governor

Keisha Lance Bottoms is bidding to become the first former Atlanta mayor to be elected governor of Georgia

November 24, 2025
Keisha Lance Bottoms aims to be first Atlanta mayor to become Georgia governor
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Union asks judge to order Trump officials to fund US consumer watchdog

A federal employees' union on Sunday asked a federal judge to order the Trump administration to fund the top U.S. consumer watchdog, weeks after the agency said its cash could run out by

November 24, 2025
Union asks judge to order Trump officials to fund US consumer watchdog
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israel says it killed a senior Hezbollah official in its first strike on Beirut in months

Israel has struck Lebanon’s capital for the first time since June, saying it killed Hezbollah’s chief of staff and warning the Iran-backed militant group not to rearm and rebuild

November 23, 2025
Israel says it killed a senior Hezbollah official in its first strike on Beirut in months
Crime|Election|Finance|Political|US

See Marjorie Taylor Greene's message announcing her upcoming resignation

Georgia GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene announced Friday that she will be resigning from office in January. She made the announcement in a post on social media just days after her public falling out with President Donald Trump.

November 22, 2025
See Marjorie Taylor Greene's message announcing her upcoming resignation
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine peace plan darkens the mood across a war-torn nation

A proposed peace plan for Ukraine led by the United States has been met with anguish by many Ukrainians, who fear a post-war amnesty for Russian forces would erase accountability for alleged atrocities

November 23, 2025
Ukraine peace plan darkens the mood across a war-torn nation
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

China pitches closer ties to Germany in strategic industries to ease rare earth strains

China pitched stronger ties in its highest‑level talks with Germany's new government as Beijing's top European trade partner seeks to smooth tensions over rare-earth

November 24, 2025
China pitches closer ties to Germany in strategic industries to ease rare earth strains
Business|Political|World

South Korea's President Lee meets Chinese Premier, Japan PM at G20 summit

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung met with Chinese Premier Li Qiang and Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi during last weekend's Group of 20 summit in South Africa, Lee's office

November 23, 2025
South Korea's President Lee meets Chinese Premier, Japan PM at G20 summit
Crime|Health|Political|World

Hamas delegation meets Egypt spy chief, says Israeli 'breaches' threaten ceasefire

A senior Hamas delegation met Egypt's intelligence chief in Cairo on Sunday to discuss the ceasefire agreement and the situation in Gaza, the group said, as both Israel and

November 23, 2025
Hamas delegation meets Egypt spy chief, says Israeli 'breaches' threaten ceasefire
Asia|Political|World

Japan 'crossed a red line' with Taiwan military intervention remarks, Chinese foreign minister says

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi says Japan has "crossed a red line” with comments by the country's new leader suggesting a potential military intervention over Taiwan

November 23, 2025
Japan 'crossed a red line' with Taiwan military intervention remarks, Chinese foreign minister says
Crime|Health|Political|World

Bolsonaro says medications made him tamper with tracking device, triggering detention

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro on Sunday told a judge that medicine-induced paranoia and hallucination caused him to

November 23, 2025
Bolsonaro says medications made him tamper with tracking device, triggering detention
Political|World

Inside the room: What happened during Trump and Mamdani’s meeting

Inside the room: What happened during Trump and Mamdani’s meeting

November 23, 2025
Inside the room: What happened during Trump and Mamdani’s meeting
Americas|Europe|Political|World

In Geneva, US and Ukraine officials report progress on ending Russia's war but offer few specifics

Top U.S. and Ukrainian officials say they've made progress toward ending the Russia-Ukraine war

November 23, 2025
In Geneva, US and Ukraine officials report progress on ending Russia's war but offer few specifics
Europe|Political|World

Four killed in massive Russian drone attack on Kharkiv, officials say

Russian forces staged a "massive" drone attack on Sunday on Kharkiv, Ukraine's second-largest city, killing four people and injuring several others, officials said.

November 23, 2025
Four killed in massive Russian drone attack on Kharkiv, officials say
Europe|Political|World

Separatist candidate wins presidential vote in Bosnia's Serb region

A close ally of Bosnia's Serb Republic separatist leader Milorad Dodik won a snap presidential election in a tight race with opposition

November 23, 2025
Separatist candidate wins presidential vote in Bosnia's Serb region
Crime|Political|US

Justice Department again asks judge to unseal Epstein grand jury testimony after Congress passes law

Justice Department again asks judge to unseal Epstein grand jury testimony after Congress passes law

November 23, 2025
Justice Department again asks judge to unseal Epstein grand jury testimony after Congress passes law
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Brazil's Bolsonaro says 'hallucinations' led him to violate ankle monitoring and cause his arrest

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has told a judge Sunday he violated his ankle monitor due to a nervous breakdown and hallucinations

November 23, 2025
Brazil's Bolsonaro says 'hallucinations' led him to violate ankle monitoring and cause his arrest
Health|Political|World

Majority of Slovenians voted against law on assisted dying

As many as 53.43% Slovenians voted against a law that proposed legalising assisted dying for some terminally ill adults, the unofficial partial results by state election commission

November 23, 2025
Majority of Slovenians voted against law on assisted dying
Europe|Political|World

US, Ukraine say they have an 'updated and refined' peace framework, but questions remain

The United States and Ukraine said they had created an "updated and refined peace framework" to end the war with Russia that apparently modified

November 23, 2025
US, Ukraine say they have an 'updated and refined' peace framework, but questions remain
Europe|Health|Political|World

Slovenians reject in a referendum a law on assisted dying for terminally ill patients

Slovenians have rejected in a referendum a law that allowed terminally ill patients to end their lives

November 23, 2025
Slovenians reject in a referendum a law on assisted dying for terminally ill patients
Arts|Business|Celebrity|Crime|Election|Entertainment|Finance|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|US

Former Mets star Darryl Strawberry thanks Trump for pardon during sermon at Tulsa church

Former New York Mets star Darryl Strawberry says God set him free when he was pardoned by President Donald Trump

November 23, 2025
Former Mets star Darryl Strawberry thanks Trump for pardon during sermon at Tulsa church
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Mamdani stands by Trump criticism despite friendly White House meeting

New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani is standing by his past criticisms that President Donald Trump acted like a despot and a fascist

November 23, 2025
Mamdani stands by Trump criticism despite friendly White House meeting
Crime|Political|World

Aftermath of Chicago's intense immigration crackdown leaves lawsuits, investigations and anxiety

Chicago has entered what many consider an uneasy phase of a Trump administration immigration crackdown that has already led to thousands of arrests

November 23, 2025
Aftermath of Chicago's intense immigration crackdown leaves lawsuits, investigations and anxiety
MidEast|Political|World

Israel says Hezbollah chief of staff killed in first strike on Beirut in months

Israel says Hezbollah chief of staff killed in first strike on Beirut in months

November 23, 2025
Israel says Hezbollah chief of staff killed in first strike on Beirut in months
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli army chief fires, reprimands commanders for failures in October 7 attack

Israel's military chief on Sunday dismissed several senior military personnel and reprimanded others over their roles in the

November 23, 2025
Israeli army chief fires, reprimands commanders for failures in October 7 attack
Election|Finance|Political|US

These Democrats helped flip the House in Trump’s first term. They’re coming back to try to do it again

These Democrats helped flip the House in Trump’s first term. They’re coming back to try to do it again

November 23, 2025
These Democrats helped flip the House in Trump’s first term. They’re coming back to try to do it again
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|Travel|US|World

Airlines cancel flights to Venezuela after FAA warns of worsening security, military activity

International airlines are canceling flights to Venezuela after the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration warned pilots about security risks and increased military activity

November 23, 2025
Airlines cancel flights to Venezuela after FAA warns of worsening security, military activity
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says Ukraine is grateful for efforts by US, Trump

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Sunday that Ukraine was grateful to the United States and to President Donald Trump for all U.S. efforts aimed at helping Kyiv.

November 23, 2025
Zelenskiy says Ukraine is grateful for efforts by US, Trump
Business|Crime|Political|World

Who was Tabtabai, Hezbollah's military leader killed by Israel?

The Israeli military on Sunday killed Hezbollah's top military official, Haytham Ali Tabtabai, in a strike on the outskirts of the Lebanese capital that came despite a year-long

November 23, 2025
Who was Tabtabai, Hezbollah's military leader killed by Israel?
Africa|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Guinea-Bissau votes for president with Embalo in tight race for second term

Coup-prone Guinea-Bissau voted on Sunday in presidential and legislative elections, with President Umaro Sissoco Embalo in a tight contest to become the first leader

November 23, 2025
Guinea-Bissau votes for president with Embalo in tight race for second term
Europe|Political|World

Rubio says Ukraine meeting in Geneva probably the best so far

U.S.

November 23, 2025
Rubio says Ukraine meeting in Geneva probably the best so far
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Europeans propose changes to US Ukraine plan with higher army cap, NATO-style security pact -doc

Europeans have submitted a modified version of the United States' peace plan for Ukraine that pushes back on proposed limits to Kyiv's armed forces and territorial

November 23, 2025
Europeans propose changes to US Ukraine plan with higher army cap, NATO-style security pact -doc
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

No recession risk for US economy as a whole after $11 billion shutdown hit, Bessent says

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Sunday said the 43-day government shutdown caused an $11 billion permanent hit to the U.S. economy, but he

November 23, 2025
No recession risk for US economy as a whole after $11 billion shutdown hit, Bessent says
Europe|Political|World

Full text of European counter-proposal to US Ukraine peace plan

Below is the text of a European counter-proposal to the United States' draft 28-point Ukraine peace plan, seen by Reuters on Sunday.

November 23, 2025
Full text of European counter-proposal to US Ukraine peace plan
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

South Africa judges G20 summit a triumph of multilateralism despite US no-show

South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Sunday that the declaration from this weekend's Group of 20 summit

November 23, 2025
South Africa judges G20 summit a triumph of multilateralism despite US no-show
Asia|Economy|Political|World

China says Japan sent 'shocking' wrong signal on Taiwan

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi said it was "shocking" for Japan's leader to openly send a wrong signal concerning Taiwan, according to an official statement on Sunday, the

November 23, 2025
China says Japan sent 'shocking' wrong signal on Taiwan
Africa|Europe|Political|World

Finland's Stubb says Trump 'working very hard' to find solution to war in Ukraine

Finland's President Alexander Stubb told Reuters in an interview on Sunday on the sidelines of the G20 summit in Johannesburg that he thought U.S.

November 23, 2025
Finland's Stubb says Trump 'working very hard' to find solution to war in Ukraine
Environment|Political|World

Brazil's Lula says 'multilateralism will win' despite Trump opposition

The G20 summit in South Africa and the COP30 climate summit in Brazil show multilateralism is very much alive, despite efforts by U.S.

November 23, 2025
Brazil's Lula says 'multilateralism will win' despite Trump opposition
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey's Erdogan says he will speak to Russia's Putin on Monday

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said he would have a phone call with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin on Monday to discuss peace efforts in Ukraine, adding that he would also

November 23, 2025
Turkey's Erdogan says he will speak to Russia's Putin on Monday
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Developing nations push for climate action and debt relief at G20 summit in South Africa

Poorer nations at the Group of 20 summit in South Africa have urged world leaders to address climate action and debt issues affecting the developing world

November 23, 2025
Developing nations push for climate action and debt relief at G20 summit in South Africa
Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

DOGE 'doesn't exist' with eight months left on its charter

U.S.

November 23, 2025
DOGE 'doesn't exist' with eight months left on its charter
Business|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine raises death toll from Ternopil missile strike to 34

Ukrainian authorities on Sunday said 34 people were killed in last week's Russian attack on the western city of Ternopil, the deadliest Russian missile strike on civilians in 2025.

November 23, 2025
Ukraine raises death toll from Ternopil missile strike to 34
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's borders cannot be changed by force or army reduced -EU's von der Leyen

Ukraine's borders cannot be changed by force, its army cannot be reduced leaving it vulnerable to an attack and the European Union must have a central role in a peace deal for

November 23, 2025
Ukraine's borders cannot be changed by force or army reduced -EU's von der Leyen
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Netanyahu, Smotrich to meet on Israeli 2026 budget that faces battle for approval

Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and senior ministry officials will present Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu later on Sunday with the state budget and planned structural

November 23, 2025
Netanyahu, Smotrich to meet on Israeli 2026 budget that faces battle for approval
Africa|Crime|Political|World

‘Oh my God, this is our Tanzania’: CNN investigation shows police fatally shooting protesters, signs of mass graves

‘Oh my God, this is our Tanzania’: CNN investigation shows police fatally shooting protesters, signs of mass graves

November 21, 2025
‘Oh my God, this is our Tanzania’: CNN investigation shows police fatally shooting protesters, signs of mass graves
Election|Finance|Political|Technology|World

Big changes to the agency charged with securing elections lead to midterm worries

The federal agency that oversees the security of election systems was largely absent from planning before elections this month in several states

November 23, 2025
Big changes to the agency charged with securing elections lead to midterm worries
Business|Election|Finance|Political|US

Defiant GOP congressman rejects push by party bosses to drop out of Texas primary, scrambling race for Senate majority

Defiant GOP congressman rejects push by party bosses to drop out of Texas primary, scrambling race for Senate majority

November 23, 2025
Defiant GOP congressman rejects push by party bosses to drop out of Texas primary, scrambling race for Senate majority
Crime|Political|US|World

UK leader suggests former Prince Andrew should testify in US investigation into Jeffrey Epstein

Pressure is increasing for the former Prince Andrew to give evidence to a U.S. congressional committee investigating the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein after Britain’s prime minister suggested he should testify

November 23, 2025
UK leader suggests former Prince Andrew should testify in US investigation into Jeffrey Epstein
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

South Africa sees US trade negotiations continuing despite G20 differences

South Africa's trade minister Parks Tau said on Sunday that he expected negotiations with the U.S. over a trade deal would continue, despite differences between the two

November 23, 2025
South Africa sees US trade negotiations continuing despite G20 differences
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Ukraine strikes Russian power and heat station in Moscow region

Ukraine struck a heat and power station in the Moscow region on Sunday with drones, triggering a major fire and cutting off heating for

November 23, 2025
Ukraine strikes Russian power and heat station in Moscow region
Europe|Political|World

Germany wants to build Europe’s strongest army – a new conscription bill is moving that closer

Germany wants to build Europe’s strongest army – a new conscription bill is moving that closer

November 23, 2025
Germany wants to build Europe’s strongest army – a new conscription bill is moving that closer
Election|Political|US

See Trump and Mamdani speak in Oval Office

President Donald Trump offered praise to New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani in the Oval Office today. “The better he does, the happier I am,” the president said as Mamdani stood beside him. Trump had previously labeled the democratic socialist a “communist.”

November 21, 2025
See Trump and Mamdani speak in Oval Office
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Houthi court in Yemen hands down death sentences to 17 people accused of spying

A Houthi-controlled court in Yemen has sentenced 17 people to death for allegedly spying for foreign governments

November 23, 2025
Houthi court in Yemen hands down death sentences to 17 people accused of spying
Business|Economy|Political|World

Canada's PM Carney to speak with Ukraine's Zelenskiy about US peace plan

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said he will speak with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy later on Sunday, as Canadian and other Western security advisers meet in

November 23, 2025
Canada's PM Carney to speak with Ukraine's Zelenskiy about US peace plan
Business|Economy|Political|World

Canada says it will resume US trade talks 'when appropriate'

Canada will resume trade discussions with the United States "when it's appropriate," Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said on Sunday, noting he did not have a pressing issue

November 23, 2025
Canada says it will resume US trade talks 'when appropriate'
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

China's Li urges fair investor treatment in Italy

Chinese Premier Li Qiang welcomed increased participation from Italian companies in the Chinese market and expressed hope for a fair and non-discriminatory environment for Chinese

November 23, 2025
China's Li urges fair investor treatment in Italy
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China to boost trade, investment with Tajikistan, Wang says

China will expand imports of high-quality agricultural products from Tajikistan and encourage Chinese companies to invest in the landlocked country, China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi said

November 23, 2025
China to boost trade, investment with Tajikistan, Wang says
Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

Canada PM and German Chancellor Merz discuss Ukraine, Gaza on G20 sidelines

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz discussed the war in Ukraine and situation in Gaza on the sidelines of the G20 summit in South Africa, the two

November 23, 2025
Canada PM and German Chancellor Merz discuss Ukraine, Gaza on G20 sidelines
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

Nearly 200,000 Ukrainians in US thrown into legal limbo by Trump immigration crackdown

Kateryna Golizdra has survived six months in legal limbo - so far.

November 23, 2025
Nearly 200,000 Ukrainians in US thrown into legal limbo by Trump immigration crackdown
Business|Political|World

Trump administration cannot expand rapid deportations, US appeals court rules

A federal appeals court on Saturday declined to clear the way for U.S.

November 23, 2025
Trump administration cannot expand rapid deportations, US appeals court rules
Political|US|World

Rubio says the Ukraine peace proposal was authored by the US

U.S.

November 23, 2025
Rubio says the Ukraine peace proposal was authored by the US
Africa|Political|US|World

US signals broader efforts to protect Nigeria's Christians following Trump's military threat

President Donald Trump’s administration is promoting efforts to work with Nigeria’s government to counter violence against Christians

November 23, 2025
US signals broader efforts to protect Nigeria's Christians following Trump's military threat
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

Several international airlines cancel their flights in Venezuela after US warning

Three international airlines canceled their flights departing from Venezuela on Saturday, the day after the U.S.

November 22, 2025
Several international airlines cancel their flights in Venezuela after US warning
Americas|Europe|Political|World

US senators say Rubio told them Trump’s Ukraine peace plan is Russia's 'wish list'

U.S. senators critical of President Donald Trump’s approach to ending the Russia-Ukraine war say they spoke with Secretary of State Marco Rubio who told them that the peace plan Trump is pushing Kyiv to accept is a “wish list” of the Russians and not the actual U.S. plan

November 22, 2025
US senators say Rubio told them Trump’s Ukraine peace plan is Russia's 'wish list'
Crime|Education|Political|US|World

A high school courthouse intern was mistakenly detained by ICE. State officials called it outrageous

A high school courthouse intern was mistakenly detained by ICE. State officials called it outrageous

November 22, 2025
A high school courthouse intern was mistakenly detained by ICE. State officials called it outrageous
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

New Yorkers praise Zohran Mamdani’s charm offensive on Trump, say they remain cautiously optimistic

New Yorkers praise Zohran Mamdani’s charm offensive on Trump, say they remain cautiously optimistic

November 22, 2025
New Yorkers praise Zohran Mamdani’s charm offensive on Trump, say they remain cautiously optimistic
Crime|Political|World

Brazil's ex-president Bolsonaro arrested over alleged plot to escape and avoid 27-year prison term

Brazil’s Supreme Court has ordered the arrest of former President Jair Bolsonaro over claims he was planning to escape before starting his 27-year prison sentence for leading a coup attempt

November 22, 2025
Brazil's ex-president Bolsonaro arrested over alleged plot to escape and avoid 27-year prison term
Arts|Business|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|Travel

Trump teaming up with Jack Nicklaus to revamp 'president's golf course' at Joint Base Andrews

President Donald Trump says he's teaming up with legendary golfer Jack Nicklaus to revamp the golf courses at Joint Base Andrews

November 22, 2025
Trump teaming up with Jack Nicklaus to revamp 'president's golf course' at Joint Base Andrews
Arts|Business|Political|Sports|US|World

Trump says Nicklaus will lead golf course revamp at Joint Base Andrews

U.S.

November 22, 2025
Trump says Nicklaus will lead golf course revamp at Joint Base Andrews
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Brazil's Bolsonaro detained over flight risk, damaged ankle monitor

Brazil's federal police on Saturday took former President Jair Bolsonaro into custody due to flight risk after he took a soldering iron to

November 22, 2025
Brazil's Bolsonaro detained over flight risk, damaged ankle monitor
Crime|Political|World

US to launch new phase of Venezuela operations, sources say

The United States is poised to launch a new phase of Venezuela-related operations in the coming days, four U.S. officials told Reuters, as the

November 22, 2025
US to launch new phase of Venezuela operations, sources say
Crime|Political|World

Brazil’s ex-president Bolsonaro arrested to prevent ‘attempted escape,’ court says

Brazil’s ex-president Bolsonaro arrested to prevent ‘attempted escape,’ court says

November 22, 2025
Brazil’s ex-president Bolsonaro arrested to prevent ‘attempted escape,’ court says
Political|World

Trump paints Zelenskyy into a corner with his new plan to end Russia's war on Ukraine

President Donald Trump is resurfacing his argument that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy doesn’t “have the cards” to continue on the battlefield

November 22, 2025
Trump paints Zelenskyy into a corner with his new plan to end Russia's war on Ukraine
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Israel launches strikes in Gaza ceasefire's latest test as hospitals say 24 killed

Israel's military says it has launched new airstrikes against Hamas militants in Gaza, testing the ceasefire that began on Oct. 10

November 22, 2025
Israel launches strikes in Gaza ceasefire's latest test as hospitals say 24 killed
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's allies push back on a US peace plan seen as favoring Moscow

Ukraine’s Western allies have rallied around the country as they push to revise a U.S. peace plan seen as favoring Moscow

November 22, 2025
Ukraine's allies push back on a US peace plan seen as favoring Moscow
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine’s allies voice concern over US peace plan ahead of talks Sunday

Ukraine’s allies voice concern over US peace plan ahead of talks Sunday

November 22, 2025
Ukraine’s allies voice concern over US peace plan ahead of talks Sunday
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene will leave Congress after five turbulent years

GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene will leave Congress after five turbulent years

November 22, 2025
GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene will leave Congress after five turbulent years
Africa|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Tunisians escalate protests against Saied, demanding return of democracy

Thousands of Tunisians marched in the capital on Saturday in a protest against “injustice and repression”, accusing President Kais Saied of cementing one-man rule by

November 22, 2025
Tunisians escalate protests against Saied, demanding return of democracy
Economy|Environment|Political|World

G20 summit in South Africa adopts declaration despite US boycott, opposition

Group of 20 leaders adopted a declaration addressing the climate crisis and other global challenges on

November 22, 2025
G20 summit in South Africa adopts declaration despite US boycott, opposition
Africa|Crime|Political|World

What's behind Nigeria's latest school kidnappings, church attack?

Nigeria is under renewed global scrutiny after gunmen abducted more than 300 students from a Catholic school in the northwest, the second major

November 22, 2025
What's behind Nigeria's latest school kidnappings, church attack?
Europe|Political|World

France's Macron says peace deal proposal needs to be revisited

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Saturday a peace plan submitted by the U.S. to end the war between Ukraine and Russia was a good basis for work but needed to be revisited,

November 22, 2025
France's Macron says peace deal proposal needs to be revisited
Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political

Tatiana Schlossberg, JFK’s granddaughter, reveals terminal cancer diagnosis

Tatiana Schlossberg, JFK’s granddaughter, reveals terminal cancer diagnosis

November 22, 2025
Tatiana Schlossberg, JFK’s granddaughter, reveals terminal cancer diagnosis
Crime|Interview|Political|US

"We may never know." Senator Chris Murphy on possibility that Trump redacts mentions of himself in Epstein files.

CNN News Central's John Berman speaks with Connecticut Senator Chris Murphy about the DOJ's timeline for releasing the Epstein files.

November 21, 2025
"We may never know." Senator Chris Murphy on possibility that Trump redacts mentions of himself in Epstein files.
Europe|Political|World

European leaders say US peace plan for Ukraine needs work

European leaders said in a joint statement on Saturday that a 28-point U.S. plan for peace in Ukraine, which has been seeking to repel Russian

November 22, 2025
European leaders say US peace plan for Ukraine needs work
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Leaders adopt a declaration at the start of South Africa's G20 summit despite US opposition

World leaders from the Group of 20 rich and developing economies have broken with tradition and adopted a declaration at the start of their summit in South Africa despite opposition from the United States

November 22, 2025
Leaders adopt a declaration at the start of South Africa's G20 summit despite US opposition
Europe|Political|World

Germany's Merz: made Europe's commitment to Ukraine clear to Trump during call

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said he had made clear to U.S.

November 22, 2025
Germany's Merz: made Europe's commitment to Ukraine clear to Trump during call
Crime|Education|Europe|Political|World

Protesters in Serbia demand accountability for attacks on students

Thousands of anti-government protesters, led by students, marched peacefully through the Serbian capital Belgrade on Saturday, demanding accountability for those responsible for

November 22, 2025
Protesters in Serbia demand accountability for attacks on students
Crime|Health|Political|World

Israeli airstrikes kill at least 20 people in Gaza, medics say

Israeli airstrikes in Gaza killed at least 20 people and wounded more than 80, local health authorities said on Saturday, in a further test of a fragile ceasefire

November 22, 2025
Israeli airstrikes kill at least 20 people in Gaza, medics say
Election|Political|US

Potential presidential candidates are less coy about 2028 plans: 'Of course I’m thinking about it'

There was a time when presidential hopefuls were coy about their ambitions

November 22, 2025
Potential presidential candidates are less coy about 2028 plans: 'Of course I’m thinking about it'
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Lukashenko pardons 31 Ukrainians jailed in Belarus, state news agency reports

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has pardoned 31 Ukrainian citizens convicted of criminal offences on the territory of Belarus, the state news agency Belta reported on Saturday.

November 22, 2025
Lukashenko pardons 31 Ukrainians jailed in Belarus, state news agency reports
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine to meet US in Switzerland to discuss ending war

Kyiv will hold consultations with the U.S. in Switzerland on ending Russia's war in Ukraine, a top Ukrainian security official said on Saturday.

November 22, 2025
Ukraine to meet US in Switzerland to discuss ending war
Crime|Entertainment|Political|World

Charlotte’s sheriff, a former homicide detective and TV personality, has a history of taking on ICE

Charlotte’s sheriff, a former homicide detective and TV personality, has a history of taking on ICE

November 22, 2025
Charlotte’s sheriff, a former homicide detective and TV personality, has a history of taking on ICE
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Canada's Carney and France's Macron discuss Ukraine, Gaza on G20 sidelines

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and French President Emmanuel Macron discussed the war in Ukraine and the situation in Gaza on the sidelines of the G20 summit in South Africa, the

November 22, 2025
Canada's Carney and France's Macron discuss Ukraine, Gaza on G20 sidelines
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump faces same reality as Biden: Americans despise higher prices

President Donald Trump campaigned on a pledge to lower consumer prices that skyrocketed during Joe Biden's term, but he is now facing the

November 22, 2025
Trump faces same reality as Biden: Americans despise higher prices
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Key elements in Trump’s 28-point peace proposal and why much of it is unacceptable for Ukraine

An American proposal to end the war in Ukraine puts the country in a delicate diplomatic position — caught between placating its most important ally, the United States, and not capitulating to Russia, its much larger neighbor that launched a full-scale invasion nearly four years ago

November 21, 2025
Key elements in Trump’s 28-point peace proposal and why much of it is unacceptable for Ukraine
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Russia's Ryabkov says potential Putin-Trump summit is on the agenda

The possibility of another meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump is on the agenda, a senior Russian diplomat has said.

November 22, 2025
Russia's Ryabkov says potential Putin-Trump summit is on the agenda
Business|Environment|Political|Science|World

G20 summit declaration stresses seriousness of climate change in snub to Trump

The Leaders' Declaration from a Group of 20 summit in South Africa on Saturday stressed the seriousness of climate change, in a snub to U.S.

November 22, 2025
G20 summit declaration stresses seriousness of climate change in snub to Trump
Europe|Political|World

Any Ukraine peace plan must be accepted in Kyiv, says Polish president

Any peace plan for Ukraine must be accepted in Kyiv, Polish President Karol Nawrocki said, after the U.S. signalled to President Volodymyr Zelenskiy that Ukraine must accept a U.S.-

November 22, 2025
Any Ukraine peace plan must be accepted in Kyiv, says Polish president
Crime|Interview|Opinion|Political

Why MAGA is so concerned with Epstein − and why the files are unlikely to dent loyalty to Trump

President Donald Trump’s base has supported him through countless controversies. But they split from him over the release of the Epstein files. Why does MAGA care so much about this issue?

November 18, 2025
Why MAGA is so concerned with Epstein − and why the files are unlikely to dent loyalty to Trump
Economy|Europe|Political|World

French lawmakers reject income part of budget bill as it heads to Senate

The French lower house rejected parts of the 2026 budget bill on Saturday, leaving open whether the politically fragmented parliament, under pressure from investors to reduce a budget

November 22, 2025
French lawmakers reject income part of budget bill as it heads to Senate
Asia|Political|World

China takes spat with Japan over Taiwan to UN, vows to defend itself

China has taken its growing dispute with Japan to the United Nations, accusing Tokyo of threatening "an armed intervention" over Taiwan and vowing to defend itself in

November 22, 2025
China takes spat with Japan over Taiwan to UN, vows to defend itself
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump says he is ending temporary deportation protections for Somalis in Minnesota

U.S.

November 22, 2025
Trump says he is ending temporary deportation protections for Somalis in Minnesota
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Political|World

Epstein's accusers grapple with complex emotions about promised release of Justice Department files

Trump has signed legislation compelling the Justice Department to release the files on Jeffrey Epstein

November 22, 2025
Epstein's accusers grapple with complex emotions about promised release of Justice Department files
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Marjorie Taylor Greene is resigning. Here's what to know about her five years in Congress

Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia has announced she will resign from Congress on January 5, 2026

November 22, 2025
Marjorie Taylor Greene is resigning. Here's what to know about her five years in Congress
Crime|Election|Political|US

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia, former Trump loyalist, says she is resigning from Congress

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia, a once-loyal supporter of President Donald Trump who has become a critic, says she is resigning from Congress in January

November 22, 2025
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia, former Trump loyalist, says she is resigning from Congress
Crime|Political|US|World

New Orleans is the next target of Trump immigration crackdown, sources say

President Donald Trump's administration intends to focus on New Orleans in the next stage of its city-to-city immigration crackdown, one current and two former U.S.

November 22, 2025
New Orleans is the next target of Trump immigration crackdown, sources say
Election|Political|US|World

US Supreme Court temporarily pauses lower court order that tossed Texas voting maps

U.S.

November 21, 2025
US Supreme Court temporarily pauses lower court order that tossed Texas voting maps
Political|US|World

MAGA favorite Marjorie Taylor Greene to resign after split with Trump

Saying she refused to be a “battered wife,” U.S.

November 22, 2025
MAGA favorite Marjorie Taylor Greene to resign after split with Trump
Economy|Political|US|World

Judges block Trump from cutting hundreds of millions in grants to cities, counties

A pair of federal judges on Friday separately blocked President Donald Trump's administration from unilaterally imposing new conditions on hundreds of millions in U.S.

November 22, 2025
Judges block Trump from cutting hundreds of millions in grants to cities, counties
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Trump says he's terminating legal protections for Somali migrants in Minnesota

President Donald Trump says he’s “immediately” ending temporary legal protections for Somali migrants in Minnesota

November 22, 2025
Trump says he's terminating legal protections for Somali migrants in Minnesota
Europe|Political|World

Russia says it has taken string of east Ukrainian villages

Russia's Defence Ministry said on Friday that its forces had captured a string of frontline settlements in eastern Ukraine, a claim Kyiv has either denied or declined to acknowledge.

November 22, 2025
Russia says it has taken string of east Ukrainian villages
Crime|Political|World

Bangladesh plans to execute its former leader. There’s one big thing in the way: India

Bangladesh plans to execute its former leader. There’s one big thing in the way: India

November 22, 2025
Bangladesh plans to execute its former leader. There’s one big thing in the way: India
Political|US|World

Supreme Court blocks order that found Texas congressional map is likely racially biased

The U.S. Supreme Court has temporarily blocked a lower court ruling that found Texas’ 2026 congressional redistricting plan pushed by President Donald Trump likely discriminates on the basis of race

November 21, 2025
Supreme Court blocks order that found Texas congressional map is likely racially biased
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Takeaways from the Trump-Mamdani White House meeting

President Donald Trump hosted New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani at the White House on Friday for a meeting that took place

November 21, 2025
Takeaways from the Trump-Mamdani White House meeting
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Supreme Court pauses lower court order that blocked Texas’ new congressional maps

Supreme Court pauses lower court order that blocked Texas’ new congressional maps

November 21, 2025
Supreme Court pauses lower court order that blocked Texas’ new congressional maps
Americas|Europe|Political|US|World

Trump says Ukraine's Zelenskiy will have to approve US-backed peace plan

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy will have to like a U.S.-backed peace plan to halt Russia's invasion and ultimately approve it, U.S.

November 21, 2025
Trump says Ukraine's Zelenskiy will have to approve US-backed peace plan
Health|Political|Science|World

Top FDA official Pazdur raises alarm about expediting approvals, Washington Post reports

The U.S.

November 21, 2025
Top FDA official Pazdur raises alarm about expediting approvals, Washington Post reports
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Putin envoy Dmitriev: Peace plan seeks to end Ukraine losses of land, lives

Russian President Vladimir Putin's investment envoy, Kirill Dmitriev, said on Friday the U.S. plan for a settlement of the war in Ukraine was aimed at preventing more Ukrainian deaths and

November 21, 2025
Putin envoy Dmitriev: Peace plan seeks to end Ukraine losses of land, lives
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine faces 'difficult choice' as Trump demands acceptance of peace plan

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy warned on Friday that Ukraine risked losing its dignity and freedom — or Washington's backing — over a U.S. peace plan

November 21, 2025
Ukraine faces 'difficult choice' as Trump demands acceptance of peace plan
Crime|Political|World

Chicago rejects DOJ grants tied to Trump's immigration policies

Chicago will not apply for federal community violence intervention grants after the Trump administration reshaped the program to focus on law enforcement and immigration,

November 21, 2025
Chicago rejects DOJ grants tied to Trump's immigration policies
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump and Mamdani go from adversaries to allies after White House meeting

President Donald Trump has met the man who had proudly proclaimed himself “Donald Trump’s worst nightmare,” but he seemed to find the opposite

November 21, 2025
Trump and Mamdani go from adversaries to allies after White House meeting
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Days ahead of terrorism designation for Maduro, US military performs large ‘attack demo’ near Venezuela

Days ahead of terrorism designation for Maduro, US military performs large ‘attack demo’ near Venezuela

November 21, 2025
Days ahead of terrorism designation for Maduro, US military performs large ‘attack demo’ near Venezuela
Crime|Election|Political|US

Indiana’s governor and at least 8 lawmakers have been swatted or threatened as state Republicans face redistricting pressure

Indiana’s governor and at least 8 lawmakers have been swatted or threatened as state Republicans face redistricting pressure

November 21, 2025
Indiana’s governor and at least 8 lawmakers have been swatted or threatened as state Republicans face redistricting pressure
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Moody's grants Italy its first rating upgrade in 23 years

Global ratings agency Moody's on Friday upgraded Italy's sovereign rating to "Baa2" from "Baa3", citing the country's consistent track record of political and policy stability.

November 21, 2025
Moody's grants Italy its first rating upgrade in 23 years
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump, Mamdani say NY utility Con Edison needs to cut rates

U.S.

November 21, 2025
Trump, Mamdani say NY utility Con Edison needs to cut rates
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump lavishes praise on New York's mayor-elect Mamdani at warm White House meeting

After months of trading insults, U.S.

November 21, 2025
Trump lavishes praise on New York's mayor-elect Mamdani at warm White House meeting
Americas|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Zelensky warns of ‘difficult moment in history’ after Trump gives Ukraine days to accept his plan to end war

Zelensky warns of ‘difficult moment in history’ after Trump gives Ukraine days to accept his plan to end war

November 21, 2025
Zelensky warns of ‘difficult moment in history’ after Trump gives Ukraine days to accept his plan to end war
Economy|Political

Takeaways from Trump and Mamdani visit: Both men get something they want, GOP loses a punching bag

President Donald Trump and New York's Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani come from opposite parties and have spent months sniping at each other

November 21, 2025
Takeaways from Trump and Mamdani visit: Both men get something they want, GOP loses a punching bag
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|US|World

Federal judge blocks IRS from sharing information to help ICE with deportations

Federal judge blocks IRS from sharing information to help ICE with deportations

November 21, 2025
Federal judge blocks IRS from sharing information to help ICE with deportations
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|US

House Oversight Committee widens its investigation into Jeffrey Epstein

House Oversight Committee widens its investigation into Jeffrey Epstein

November 21, 2025
House Oversight Committee widens its investigation into Jeffrey Epstein
Business|Health|Political|US|World

Lawmakers urge US to enforce Biden wheelchair air travel rules

A group of U.S.

November 21, 2025
Lawmakers urge US to enforce Biden wheelchair air travel rules
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

US consumer bureau shifts to limited oversight instead of dismantling agency

The U.S.

November 21, 2025
US consumer bureau shifts to limited oversight instead of dismantling agency
Education|Health|Interview|Political|Science|US|Videos|World

RFK Jr. says he personally directed CDC's new guidance on vaccines and autism

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. told The New York Times in an interview that he personally directed the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to update its website to contradict its longtime guidance that vaccines don’t cause autism

November 21, 2025
RFK Jr. says he personally directed CDC's new guidance on vaccines and autism
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Argentina did not discuss $20 billion bailout with banks, minister says

Argentine officials did not speak with U.S. banks about a $20 billion rescue package, the country's economy minister, Luis Caputo, said on Friday in a post on social media.

November 21, 2025
Argentina did not discuss $20 billion bailout with banks, minister says
Crime|Election|Finance|MidEast|Political|US|World

Democrat demands release of 'shocking' Trump-Saudi call from 2019 after Khashoggi's death

A Democratic lawmaker who served on Donald Trump’s National Security Council in his first term urged the White House on Friday to release a transcript of

November 21, 2025
Democrat demands release of 'shocking' Trump-Saudi call from 2019 after Khashoggi's death
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Political|Technology

Bidders for Warner Bros Discovery face barrage of political and regulatory risks

Paramount Skydance, Comcast and Netflix are bidding to buy Warner Bros Discovery, Reuters reported on Thursday, but each company's bid faces its own

November 21, 2025
Bidders for Warner Bros Discovery face barrage of political and regulatory risks
Health|Political|Science|World

White House asks for resignation of top aide to FDA chief, Politico reports

The White House has asked for the resignation of top aide to U.S. Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Marty Makary, Politico reported on Friday, citing administration officials.

November 21, 2025
White House asks for resignation of top aide to FDA chief, Politico reports
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World

Florida Republicans oppose Trump offshore oil leasing plan

Florida Republicans, including Governor Ron DeSantis, said they oppose a Trump administration plan that could allow new oil and gas drilling in waters off the state's Gulf Coast.

November 21, 2025
Florida Republicans oppose Trump offshore oil leasing plan
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Trump signs proclamation to ease regulations on some coke oven processing plants

U.S. President Donald Trump signed a proclamation on Friday to ease regulatory requirements on certain coke oven processing plants, the White House said.

November 21, 2025
Trump signs proclamation to ease regulations on some coke oven processing plants
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Political|US

Fugees rapper Pras Michel sentenced to 14 years in prison over illegal donations to Obama campaign

Grammy-winning rapper Prakazrel “Pras” Michel of the Fugees has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for a case in which he was convicted of illegally funneling millions of dollars in foreign contributions to former President Barack Obama’s 2012 reelection campaign

November 20, 2025
Fugees rapper Pras Michel sentenced to 14 years in prison over illegal donations to Obama campaign
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty|Political|Sports|World

Fátima Bosch's Miss Universe 2025 win echoes in Mexico where women fight for equality

Fátima Bosch Fernández’s Miss Universe victory is resounding across Mexico

November 21, 2025
Fátima Bosch's Miss Universe 2025 win echoes in Mexico where women fight for equality
Americas|Asia|Crime|Political|World

Christian pastor's daughter urges US lawmakers to help free her father in China

The daughter of a detained Chinese Christian pastor is urging U.S. lawmakers to help free her father at a time when President Donald Trump has vowed to “save our Great Christian population” worldwide

November 21, 2025
Christian pastor's daughter urges US lawmakers to help free her father in China
Economy|Election|Finance|Health|Political|US

Ohio Democrat Tim Ryan, the ex-congressman who lost a Senate bid to JD Vance, won’t run for governor

Former Democratic U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan has decided not to run for Ohio governor next year

November 21, 2025
Ohio Democrat Tim Ryan, the ex-congressman who lost a Senate bid to JD Vance, won’t run for governor
Crime|Political|US

1 deputy dead, 2 others injured while serving eviction notice in Florida

1 deputy dead, 2 others injured while serving eviction notice in Florida

November 21, 2025
1 deputy dead, 2 others injured while serving eviction notice in Florida
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Political

Officer acquitted in death of Ta'Kiya Young, a pregnant Black mother accused of shoplifting

An Ohio officer has been acquitted of all charges after fatally shooting Ta'Kiya Young in a supermarket parking lot

November 21, 2025
Officer acquitted in death of Ta'Kiya Young, a pregnant Black mother accused of shoplifting
Crime|Political|US|World

Judge's blistering opinion details use of force in Chicago-area immigration crackdown

A federal judge’s 223-page opinion delivers a blistering account of federal agents using tear gas, rubber bullets and other force against Chicago-area protesters and journalists, often without warning or justification

November 21, 2025
Judge's blistering opinion details use of force in Chicago-area immigration crackdown
Business|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Berlin, Paris push companies for fighter jet agreement by mid-December

Germany and France are piling pressure on industrial leaders to find a solution for the troubled joint fighter jet project FCAS - or SCAF - by mid-December, two sources briefed

November 21, 2025
Berlin, Paris push companies for fighter jet agreement by mid-December
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

G20 draft declaration defies US with 'climate change' references, source says

A G20 draft leaders' declaration includes references to "climate change" in defiance of U.S. objections, a source familiar with the matter said on Friday.

November 21, 2025
G20 draft declaration defies US with 'climate change' references, source says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Oil prices settle down at lowest in a month as US seeks Russia-Ukraine peace deal

Oil prices eased about 1% on Friday to settle at one-month lows as the U.S. pushed for a Russia-Ukraine peace deal that could boost global oil supplies, while

November 21, 2025
Oil prices settle down at lowest in a month as US seeks Russia-Ukraine peace deal
Europe|Political|World

French foreign minister to hold call with European counterparts to discuss Ukraine, source says

France's Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot will host a call with European counterparts on Friday evening to discuss Ukraine, a French diplomatic source said.

November 21, 2025
French foreign minister to hold call with European counterparts to discuss Ukraine, source says
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump tariff relief leaves 22% of Brazil's shipments still hit

Brazil's government said on Friday that 22% of its exports to the United States remain subject to a 40% extra tariff after President Donald Trump expanded the list of exemptions to

November 21, 2025
Trump tariff relief leaves 22% of Brazil's shipments still hit
Crime|Political|World

Bolsonaro lawyers seek house arrest for coup plot sentence

Lawyers for former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro asked Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes to allow him to serve his 27-year sentence under house

November 21, 2025
Bolsonaro lawyers seek house arrest for coup plot sentence
Crime|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump calls Democrats’ video 'seditious behavior, punishable by death!'

The president calls Democratic lawmakers traitors, says their reminder that troops must disobey unlawful orders is sedition, and says the penalty for that is death.

November 20, 2025
Trump calls Democrats’ video 'seditious behavior, punishable by death!'
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Ex-Georgia deputies cleared of murder in death of Black man shocked at least 15 times

Three former sheriff's deputies have been found not guilty of murder and manslaughter in the death of a Black man they stopped while he was walking through a small Georgia town

November 21, 2025
Ex-Georgia deputies cleared of murder in death of Black man shocked at least 15 times
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy, after Vance call, says Ukraine will work on peace plan at advisor level

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Friday after a phone call with U.S.

November 21, 2025
Zelenskiy, after Vance call, says Ukraine will work on peace plan at advisor level
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

G20 envoys agree draft declaration despite US boycott, sources say

G20 envoys have agreed on a draft leaders' declaration ahead of this weekend's summit in Johannesburg without U.S. input, four

November 21, 2025
G20 envoys agree draft declaration despite US boycott, sources say
Europe|Political|World

Putin says U.S. peace plan can be the basis for peace in Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Friday that U.S. proposals for peace in Ukraine could be the basis of a resolution of the conflict

November 21, 2025
Putin says U.S. peace plan can be the basis for peace in Ukraine
Crime|Political|World

More charges are possible against John Bolton, Justice Department says

More charges are possible against John Bolton, Justice Department says

November 21, 2025
More charges are possible against John Bolton, Justice Department says
Business|Economy|Political|World

US manufacturing slows in November as high prices curb demand

U.S. factory activity slowed to a four-month low in November as higher prices because of tariffs on imports restrained demand, leading to a piling up of unsold

November 21, 2025
US manufacturing slows in November as high prices curb demand
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy: Ukraine faces one of the most difficult moments

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy urged Ukrainians to maintain unity amid talks with the U.S. on the new framework for a peace deal with Russia, saying the country risks losing its major

November 21, 2025
Zelenskiy: Ukraine faces one of the most difficult moments
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says he won't betray Ukrainian interests in US-led peace process

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Friday he would not betray Ukraine's interests in a U.S.-led peace process, warning that Kyiv faces a choice

November 21, 2025
Zelenskiy says he won't betray Ukrainian interests in US-led peace process
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

US peace efforts on Ukraine should be supported, Meloni says after talks with Merz

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni spoke on Friday with her German counterpart Friedrich Merz and together they stressed the importance of supporting U.S. efforts to end the war

November 21, 2025
US peace efforts on Ukraine should be supported, Meloni says after talks with Merz
Crime|Political|US|World

Coast Guard reclassifies swastikas and nooses as hate symbols after backlash

Coast Guard reclassifies swastikas and nooses as hate symbols after backlash

November 21, 2025
Coast Guard reclassifies swastikas and nooses as hate symbols after backlash
Crime|Health|Political|World

South African women stage lie-down protest against gender-based violence ahead of G20 summit

Hundreds of women wearing black have gathered in a Johannesburg park to protest gender-based violence in South Africa

November 21, 2025
South African women stage lie-down protest against gender-based violence ahead of G20 summit
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

What's in the US peace plan for ending the war in Ukraine?

The United States has drafted a 28-point peace plan for ending the war in Ukraine which is being studied by Kyiv, Moscow and interested countries in Europe. 

November 21, 2025
What's in the US peace plan for ending the war in Ukraine?
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Turkish MPs to visit jailed PKK leader Ocalan to further disarmament process

Turkish lawmakers overseeing the disarmament of the outlawed Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) militant group decided on Friday to pay their first visit to its jailed leader Abdullah

November 21, 2025
Turkish MPs to visit jailed PKK leader Ocalan to further disarmament process
Business|Economy|Food|Political|World

Brazil hails US tariff rollback as ‘significant progress' and seeks more exemptions

Brazil's Vice President Geraldo Alckmin says U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to remove additional import tariffs on some Brazilian agribusiness products marks significant progress

November 21, 2025
Brazil hails US tariff rollback as ‘significant progress' and seeks more exemptions
Crime|Political|World

Bipartisan push to reform censure process emerges in Congress after flurry of complaints brought against lawmakers

Bipartisan push to reform censure process emerges in Congress after flurry of complaints brought against lawmakers

November 21, 2025
Bipartisan push to reform censure process emerges in Congress after flurry of complaints brought against lawmakers
Europe|Finance|Political|World

EU opens case against Slovakia over constitutional change

The European Commission opened a case against Slovakia on Friday over what it said was a breach of EU law after the country amended its constitution to assert national sovereignty over

November 21, 2025
EU opens case against Slovakia over constitutional change
Europe|Political|World

What does Russia's claimed capture of the Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk mean?

President Vladimir Putin hailed what his commanders told him was the full Russian capture of the city of Pokrovsk in eastern Ukraine as an important victory

October 29, 2025
What does Russia's claimed capture of the Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk mean?
Americas|Europe|Political|World

US threatens to cut intel, weapons to press Ukraine into peace deal, sources say

The United States has threatened to cut intelligence sharing and weapons supplies for Ukraine to press it into agreeing to the framework of a U.S.-brokered peace deal,

November 21, 2025
US threatens to cut intel, weapons to press Ukraine into peace deal, sources say
Crime|Education|Political|World

Pope given copy of US Senate bill on Minnesota shooting by co-sponsor Klobuchar

Pope Leo was presented on Friday with a copy of a U.S.

November 21, 2025
Pope given copy of US Senate bill on Minnesota shooting by co-sponsor Klobuchar
Environment|Political|Science|World

UN General Assembly chief says curbing climate change would make world more peaceful and safer

The president of the United Nations General Assembly says climate change is the biggest threat to world peace

November 21, 2025
UN General Assembly chief says curbing climate change would make world more peaceful and safer
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkish committee to visit PKK leader Ocalan in prison as part of peace initiative

A Turkish parliamentary committee has agreed to meet with Kurdish militant leader Abdullah Ocalan at his prison island

November 21, 2025
Turkish committee to visit PKK leader Ocalan in prison as part of peace initiative
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Netanyahu convenes cabinet on settler violence in the West Bank that continues unabated

Israel’s prime minister has met with top security officials to assess a rising tide of Israeli settler violence in the West Bank

November 21, 2025
Netanyahu convenes cabinet on settler violence in the West Bank that continues unabated
Arts|Opinion|Political

The plague of frog costumes demonstrates the subversive power of play in protests

‘Protest costumes’ are now a category on Amazon. Protesters use them to soften their public image at a time when ICE is calling them ‘violent’ and ‘Antifa,’ showing the subversive power of humor.

November 21, 2025
The plague of frog costumes demonstrates the subversive power of play in protests
Africa|Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Leaders arrive for a first African G20 summit overshadowed by a rift between the host and the US

World leaders are arriving for a historic first Group of 20 summit in Africa that aims to put the problems of poor countries at the top of the global agenda

November 21, 2025
Leaders arrive for a first African G20 summit overshadowed by a rift between the host and the US
Economy|Election|Environment|Finance|Political|US

Rep. Eric Swalwell announces his bid for California governor

Rep. Eric Swalwell, a Democrat who served as a House manager in President Donald Trump’s 2021 impeachment trial, has launched his bid for California governor

November 21, 2025
Rep. Eric Swalwell announces his bid for California governor
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

European arms makers retreat as Ukraine peace plan gains traction

European defence shares fell on Friday to their lowest since late August, as reports about a U.S.-backed deal to end the war in Ukraine hit one of the region's best-

November 21, 2025
European arms makers retreat as Ukraine peace plan gains traction
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Draft of U.S.-backed peace proposal for Ukraine

Here is the text of a draft version of the 28-point peace plan for Ukraine backed by the United States, according to a copy seen by Reuters 1. Ukraine's sovereignty to be reconfirmed. 2.

November 21, 2025
Draft of U.S.-backed peace proposal for Ukraine
Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

Food supply improving in Gaza since truce but long way to go, says UN

More food supplies are getting into Gaza since the October ceasefire but are still falling short of huge humanitarian needs as winter rains risk spoiling

November 21, 2025
Food supply improving in Gaza since truce but long way to go, says UN
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Germany, France, UK leaders discuss US-backed Ukraine plan in call with Zelenskiy

The leaders of Germany, France and Britain agreed with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy in a phone call on Friday that Ukrainian forces must remain capable of defending the

November 21, 2025
Germany, France, UK leaders discuss US-backed Ukraine plan in call with Zelenskiy
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says around 5,000 Ukrainian troops are trapped in the Kharkiv region

The Kremlin said on Friday that around 5,000 Ukrainian troops were trapped on the eastern bank of the River Oskil, in Ukraine's eastern Kharkiv region.

November 21, 2025
Kremlin says around 5,000 Ukrainian troops are trapped in the Kharkiv region
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Islamic State-linked rebels kill 89 civilians in east Congo attacks, UN force says

Islamic State-linked rebels have killed 89 civilians in multiple attacks in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo's Lubero territory, the U.N. peacekeeping mission in the Central

November 21, 2025
Islamic State-linked rebels kill 89 civilians in east Congo attacks, UN force says
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Three decades after peace deal, Bosnia still struggles with division

Franjo Sola remembers November 21, 1995, as the best day of his life, when a U.S.-brokered peace deal ended war in Bosnia and

November 21, 2025
Three decades after peace deal, Bosnia still struggles with division
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Eurovision plans changes to voting, security after allegations of Israeli government 'interference'

Organizers of the Eurovision Song Contest say they’re changing the voting system of the popular musical extravaganza to ensure fairness

November 21, 2025
Eurovision plans changes to voting, security after allegations of Israeli government 'interference'
Europe|Political|US|World

Trump administration rushes to emulate Gaza plan in new push for Ukraine Deal

Trump administration rushes to emulate Gaza plan in new push for Ukraine Deal

November 21, 2025
Trump administration rushes to emulate Gaza plan in new push for Ukraine Deal
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Trump officials prepare for potential cabinet shakeup after one-year mark

Trump officials prepare for potential cabinet shakeup after one-year mark

November 21, 2025
Trump officials prepare for potential cabinet shakeup after one-year mark
Europe|Political|World

Radio Free Europe closing in key Trump ally Hungary

U.S.-funded Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL) will shut down in Hungary on Friday, it said, ending a five-year run of a media service that a U.S. official

November 21, 2025
Radio Free Europe closing in key Trump ally Hungary
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

How US sanctions on Russian oil majors will impact the rouble and economy

Here is a look at how U.S. sanctions on Russian oil firms Rosneft and Lukoil, which take effect at 1701 GMT on Friday, may affect the Russian foreign currency market.

November 21, 2025
How US sanctions on Russian oil majors will impact the rouble and economy
Political|World

UK's Starmer says he has not spoken to Trump about BBC row

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he had yet to speak to Donald Trump after the U.S. president said he would sue the BBC for up to $5 billion over how the broadcaster wrongly

November 21, 2025
UK's Starmer says he has not spoken to Trump about BBC row
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Science|Technology

Delays, setbacks loom over Trump's Golden Dome missile shield

President Donald Trump's Golden Dome missile defense initiative is facing significant delays, hampered by the 43-day government shutdown and lack of a clear plan to

November 21, 2025
Delays, setbacks loom over Trump's Golden Dome missile shield
Crime|Economy|Political|US|World

Charlotte immigration raids by Trump administration ignite political tensions

North Carolina this week emerged as a new front in President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown - one poised to shape one of next

November 21, 2025
Charlotte immigration raids by Trump administration ignite political tensions
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says US has yet to discuss its Ukraine peace plan in detail with Moscow

The Kremlin said on Friday that Russia had not yet received anything official from the United States about a 28-point U.S. peace plan for Ukraine, but it was ready to negotiate.

November 21, 2025
Kremlin says US has yet to discuss its Ukraine peace plan in detail with Moscow
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump officials prepare for potential cabinet shakeup after one-year mark, CNN reports

The White House is preparing for possible turnover in the cabinet after U.S.

November 21, 2025
Trump officials prepare for potential cabinet shakeup after one-year mark, CNN reports
Health|Political|World

Gaza women, children injured by Israeli military during shaky ceasefire, MSF says

Medecins Sans Frontieres said on Friday that its medical teams in Gaza had treated Palestinian women and children this week for injuries from Israeli airstrikes and gunfire, almost

November 21, 2025
Gaza women, children injured by Israeli military during shaky ceasefire, MSF says
Opinion|Political|World

JD Vance expressed hope his Hindu wife will become a Christian. That’s ruffled feathers in India

JD Vance expressed hope his Hindu wife will become a Christian. That’s ruffled feathers in India

November 21, 2025
JD Vance expressed hope his Hindu wife will become a Christian. That’s ruffled feathers in India
Business|Economy|Health|Political

Senior citizens will pay a lot more for Medicare in 2026

Senior citizens will pay a lot more for Medicare in 2026

November 21, 2025
Senior citizens will pay a lot more for Medicare in 2026
Political

Supreme Court meets to weigh Trump's birthright citizenship restrictions, blocked by lower courts

The Supreme Court is meeting in private with a key issue on its agenda — President Donald Trump’s birthright citizenship order declaring that children born to parents who are in the United States illegally or temporarily are not American citizens

November 21, 2025
Supreme Court meets to weigh Trump's birthright citizenship restrictions, blocked by lower courts
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Nigeria separatists say they are committed to peaceful self-determination after leaders sentenced

The Indigenous People of Biafra, a separatist group in southeastern Nigeria, remains committed to peaceful self-determination after a court sentenced its leader to life in prison for terrorism

November 21, 2025
Nigeria separatists say they are committed to peaceful self-determination after leaders sentenced
Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU to keep supporting Ukraine as sanctions against Russia bite, says von der Leyen

The European Union will keep on supporting Ukraine as Ukraine is the victim of an aggression, the EU Commission's President Ursula von der Leyen said on Friday, adding that

November 21, 2025
EU to keep supporting Ukraine as sanctions against Russia bite, says von der Leyen
Europe|Political|World

Germany's Merz to join call on US-Russian plan to end Ukraine war

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will join a phone call about a U.S.-Russian plan to end the war in Ukraine on Friday, two government sources told Reuters.

November 21, 2025
Germany's Merz to join call on US-Russian plan to end Ukraine war
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Polish PM says Russia-backed sabotage has crossed a critical line

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Friday that sabotage acts inspired and organised by Russia are aimed at destabilising and weakening Poland and bear the hallmarks of "state

November 21, 2025
Polish PM says Russia-backed sabotage has crossed a critical line
Political

Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell joins race for California governor

Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell joins race for California governor

November 21, 2025
Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell joins race for California governor
Asia|Political|World

Taiwan official calls China a 'troublemaker' while distributing defence handbook

China is the real regional "troublemaker", a senior Taiwanese security official said on Friday, personally giving out copies of a new civil defence handbook the

November 21, 2025
Taiwan official calls China a 'troublemaker' while distributing defence handbook
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine says it holds defensive line in northern part of Pokrovsk

Ukraine said on Friday its forces were holding defensive lines in the northern part of the embattled eastern city of Pokrovsk and were blocking attempts by Russian troops to advance

November 21, 2025
Ukraine says it holds defensive line in northern part of Pokrovsk
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

EU's von der Leyen to reach out to Zelenskiy on Ukraine peace plan

European Union leaders and EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will reach out to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy to discuss a U.S. peace plan on

November 21, 2025
EU's von der Leyen to reach out to Zelenskiy on Ukraine peace plan
MidEast|Political|Science|World

Iran rejects UN atomic agency's resolution and threatens more reprisal actions

Iran’s state media has reported that the foreign ministry called a resolution by the U.N. atomic watchdog’s board of governors “anti-Iranian” and threatened unspecified retaliatory actions

November 21, 2025
Iran rejects UN atomic agency's resolution and threatens more reprisal actions
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's president is under growing pressure. Here are 5 things to know

The president of Ukraine is facing a confluence of crises testing his ability to lead an increasingly weary nation nearly four years into a devastating full-scale invasion by Russia

November 21, 2025
Ukraine's president is under growing pressure. Here are 5 things to know
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

The success of the forced Epstein files vote is emboldening some Republicans to go it alone

The success of the forced Epstein files vote is emboldening some Republicans to go it alone

November 21, 2025
The success of the forced Epstein files vote is emboldening some Republicans to go it alone
Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Political|World

New US rules say countries with DEI policies are infringing human rights

U.S. officials will consider enforcement of affirmative action policies and state subsidies for abortion as infringements when compiling the

November 20, 2025
New US rules say countries with DEI policies are infringing human rights
Asia|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy ready for 'honest' work on US-backed plan as Europeans push back

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said after talks with a top U.S.

November 20, 2025
Zelenskiy ready for 'honest' work on US-backed plan as Europeans push back
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

UK borrowing climbs, showing scale of budget task facing Reeves

Britain's borrowing in the first seven months of the financial year was the highest on record except during the COVID pandemic, according to data that lays bare

November 21, 2025
UK borrowing climbs, showing scale of budget task facing Reeves
Business|Economy|Election|Political|US

Federal judges uphold several North Carolina US House districts drawn by Republicans

Federal judges have upheld several U.S. House districts drawn by North Carolina Republicans in 2023

November 21, 2025
Federal judges uphold several North Carolina US House districts drawn by Republicans
Economy|Political|World

Japan's cabinet approves lavish stimulus as markets fret over Takaichi's fiscal policy

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's cabinet approved a 21.3 trillion yen ($135.40 billion) economic stimulus package on Friday, marking the first major policy

November 21, 2025
Japan's cabinet approves lavish stimulus as markets fret over Takaichi's fiscal policy
Asia|Crime|Political|World

New indictment accuses Yoon of manipulating investigation of South Korean marine's drowning

South Korea’s ousted President Yoon Suk Yeol has been indicted on allegations he and others tried to cover up the details of a marine’s drowning

November 21, 2025
New indictment accuses Yoon of manipulating investigation of South Korean marine's drowning
Political|Science|Technology|World

US Navy trying to pull crashed aircraft from bottom of South China Sea

US Navy trying to pull crashed aircraft from bottom of South China Sea

November 21, 2025
US Navy trying to pull crashed aircraft from bottom of South China Sea
Education|Political|World

Schools fear disruptions as the White House begins dismantling the Education Department

The Trump administration is steaming forward on its plan to dismantle the Education Department

November 21, 2025
Schools fear disruptions as the White House begins dismantling the Education Department
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Japan ramps up warning of yen intervention, chance of near-term rate hike

Japan on Friday escalated its warning of currency intervention and the central bank governor signalled the chance of a near-term interest rate hike

November 21, 2025
Japan ramps up warning of yen intervention, chance of near-term rate hike
Americas|Business|Election|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump’s 28-point peace proposal for Ukraine would require land concessions and military reduction

Trump’s 28-point peace proposal for Ukraine would require land concessions and military reduction

November 20, 2025
Trump’s 28-point peace proposal for Ukraine would require land concessions and military reduction
Business|Economy|Political|World

Bank of Japan signals chance of December rate hike as yen slides

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda said he wanted "just a bit more data" on next year's wage-growth direction and warned of the boost a weak yen could have on

November 21, 2025
Bank of Japan signals chance of December rate hike as yen slides
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|World

Alabama board votes to remove books about being transgender from public library youth sections

The board overseeing Alabama public libraries on Thursday voted to remove books that discuss being transgender from the teen and children’s sections of public libraries

November 21, 2025
Alabama board votes to remove books about being transgender from public library youth sections
Arts|Crime|Political|World

What to know about the Justice Department's Jeffrey Epstein files

The clock is ticking for the U.S. government to open up its files on Jeffrey Epstein

November 20, 2025
What to know about the Justice Department's Jeffrey Epstein files
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine would cede territory to Russia in draft of Trump peace plan obtained by AP

President Donald Trump’s plan for ending the war in Ukraine would cede territory to Russia and limit the size of Kyiv’s military, according to a draft proposal obtained by The Associated Press

November 20, 2025
Ukraine would cede territory to Russia in draft of Trump peace plan obtained by AP
Political

A Democrat responds after President Trump suggests she and 5 other lawmakers be executed for sedition

Rep. Maggie Goodlander joins The Lead.

November 20, 2025
A Democrat responds after President Trump suggests she and 5 other lawmakers be executed for sedition
Crime|Political|US|World

Coast Guard reverses course on policy to call swastikas and nooses 'potentially divisive'

The U.S. Coast Guard has released a new, firmer policy addressing the display of hate symbols like swastikas and nooses just hours after it was publicly revealed that it made plans to describe them as “potentially divisive” — a term that prompted outcry from lawmakers and advocates

November 20, 2025
Coast Guard reverses course on policy to call swastikas and nooses 'potentially divisive'
Business|Crime|Political|US

Justice Department is investigating handling of Adam Schiff mortgage fraud probe led by Ed Martin and Bill Pulte

Justice Department is investigating handling of Adam Schiff mortgage fraud probe led by Ed Martin and Bill Pulte

November 20, 2025
Justice Department is investigating handling of Adam Schiff mortgage fraud probe led by Ed Martin and Bill Pulte
Business|Election|Finance|Interview|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Bush remembers how he picked Cheney to be his VP

Former President George W. Bush eulogized former Vice President Dick Cheney and opened up about the process that led him to pick Cheney to be his running mate.

November 20, 2025
Bush remembers how he picked Cheney to be his VP
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

Treasury plans to change tax credit eligibility in a move critics say will hurt immigrant taxpayers

The U.S. Treasury Department plans to reclassify certain refundable tax credits as "federal public benefits," barring undocumented immigrants and some noncitizens from receiving them

November 21, 2025
Treasury plans to change tax credit eligibility in a move critics say will hurt immigrant taxpayers
Crime|Political|World

Federal judge orders release of 16 migrants detained in Idaho raid, citing due process violations

A federal judge has ordered the release of 16 people detained by immigration officials during an FBI-led raid at a rural Idaho racetrack last month

November 21, 2025
Federal judge orders release of 16 migrants detained in Idaho raid, citing due process violations
Crime|Political|World

White House defends Trump calling a female reporter 'piggy'

The White House on Thursday defended President Donald Trump after he called a female reporter "piggy" as she questioned him about the late convicted sex offender

November 20, 2025
White House defends Trump calling a female reporter 'piggy'
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump signs order to remove tariffs from Brazilian beef, coffee

U.S.

November 20, 2025
Trump signs order to remove tariffs from Brazilian beef, coffee
Health|Political|Science|World

Republican-led states challenge FDA approval of new generic abortion pill

Three Republican-led states have moved to broaden their lawsuit seeking to restrict access to the abortion pill mifepristone, aiming to block the U.S.

November 20, 2025
Republican-led states challenge FDA approval of new generic abortion pill
Business|Crime|Political|Technology|World

Alleged AI chip smuggling to China leads to US calls for chip tracking

The U.S.

November 20, 2025
Alleged AI chip smuggling to China leads to US calls for chip tracking
Arts|Crime|Education|Political|US|World

Two Florida academics say they have their jobs back after Charlie Kirk-related comments

Two Florida academics who were put on leave following comments tied to the September 10 assassination of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk say they have their

November 20, 2025
Two Florida academics say they have their jobs back after Charlie Kirk-related comments
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

US consumer watchdog seeks to transfer cases to DOJ, citing funding, sources say

The top U.S. consumer financial watchdog, which the White House refuses to fund, is seeking to move all remaining enforcement cases and litigation to the

November 20, 2025
US consumer watchdog seeks to transfer cases to DOJ, citing funding, sources say
Americas|Europe|Political|US|World

Trump's Ukraine envoy Keith Kellogg expected to leave his post as new peace plan emerges

President Donald Trump’s special envoy to Ukraine, Keith Kellogg, has informed the White House he’ll leave his post in January

November 20, 2025
Trump's Ukraine envoy Keith Kellogg expected to leave his post as new peace plan emerges
Political|US|World

Democrats allege spy agency work is being undermined and politicized under Trump

Democrats on the House and Senate intelligence committees say the Trump administration is undermining the nation's spy services

November 20, 2025
Democrats allege spy agency work is being undermined and politicized under Trump
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Trump administration announces plan for new oil drilling off the coasts of California and Florida

The Trump administration is proposing new oil drilling off the California and Florida coasts for the first time in decades, as President Donald Trump seeks to expand U.S. oil production that is already leading the world

November 20, 2025
Trump administration announces plan for new oil drilling off the coasts of California and Florida
Crime|Political|US|World

Justice Department insists Comey indictment was properly approved as it tries to keep case afloat

The Trump-appointed prosecutor overseeing the James Comey case is insisting in a new court filing that the full grand jury approved the final indictment against the former FBI director

November 20, 2025
Justice Department insists Comey indictment was properly approved as it tries to keep case afloat
Crime|Political|US|World

Charlotte immigration crackdown goes on, Homeland Security says, despite sheriff saying it ended

Law enforcement leaders in Charlotte, North Carolina, say a federal immigration crackdown centered around the city appears to be tapering off Thursday

November 20, 2025
Charlotte immigration crackdown goes on, Homeland Security says, despite sheriff saying it ended
Crime|Political|World

These are the sights and sounds of Trump's immigration crackdown in Chicago

For nearly two months, federal agents have been carrying out surprise raids in Chicago in pursuit of the Trump administration’s immigration agenda, emerging from unmarked vehicles in neighborhoods throughout the city to confront and detain stunned members of the public

November 20, 2025
These are the sights and sounds of Trump's immigration crackdown in Chicago
Africa|Political|World

Nigerian officials in Washington after Trump’s threats of military action over violence against Christians

Nigerian officials in Washington after Trump’s threats of military action over violence against Christians

November 20, 2025
Nigerian officials in Washington after Trump’s threats of military action over violence against Christians
Arts|Entertainment|Political|US|World

Trump steps up attacks on ABC and Jimmy Kimmel, says network should 'get the bum off the air'

ABC is in President Donald Trump's crosshairs this week

November 20, 2025
Trump steps up attacks on ABC and Jimmy Kimmel, says network should 'get the bum off the air'
Crime|Political|World

Judge to rule on whether to release Kilmar Abrego Garcia from immigration custody

A federal judge in Maryland says she will rule as soon as possible on whether Kilmar Abrego Garcia can be released from immigration custody

November 20, 2025
Judge to rule on whether to release Kilmar Abrego Garcia from immigration custody
Crime|Political|World

Florida congresswoman faces expulsion threat after indictment

A resolution to expel Democratic U.S.

November 20, 2025
Florida congresswoman faces expulsion threat after indictment
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

US banks shelve $20 billion bailout plan for Argentina, WSJ reports

A planned $20 billion bailout for Argentina from JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America and Citigroup has been shelved as bankers pivot instead to a smaller, short-term loan package, the Wall

November 20, 2025
US banks shelve $20 billion bailout plan for Argentina, WSJ reports
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Brazilian president appoints ally Jorge Messias to country's Supreme Court

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has appointed Jorge Messias to the Supreme Court

November 20, 2025
Brazilian president appoints ally Jorge Messias to country's Supreme Court
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Federal prosecutors move to dismiss charges against woman shot by Border Patrol agent in Chicago

Federal prosecutors have moved to dismiss charges they brought against a woman shot by a Border Patrol agent last month amid a federal immigration crackdown in the Chicago area

November 20, 2025
Federal prosecutors move to dismiss charges against woman shot by Border Patrol agent in Chicago
Europe|Political|US|World

State Department to identify DEI policies and mass migration as ‘human rights infringements’

State Department to identify DEI policies and mass migration as ‘human rights infringements’

November 20, 2025
State Department to identify DEI policies and mass migration as ‘human rights infringements’
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli settlers torch scrapyard in West Bank arson attack as Netanyahu calls meeting on rising extremist violence

Israeli settlers torch scrapyard in West Bank arson attack as Netanyahu calls meeting on rising extremist violence

November 20, 2025
Israeli settlers torch scrapyard in West Bank arson attack as Netanyahu calls meeting on rising extremist violence
Economy|Environment|Political|Science

Trump opens parts of Florida, California waters up to offshore oil drilling, breaking decades of precedent

Trump opens parts of Florida, California waters up to offshore oil drilling, breaking decades of precedent

November 20, 2025
Trump opens parts of Florida, California waters up to offshore oil drilling, breaking decades of precedent
Crime|Political|US|World

Judge orders Trump administration to end National Guard deployment in DC

A federal judge is ordering the Trump administration to end its monthslong deployment of National Guard troops to help police the nation’s capital

November 20, 2025
Judge orders Trump administration to end National Guard deployment in DC
Crime|Election|Political|US|World

Trump accuses Democratic lawmakers who urged military to disobey illegal orders of ‘seditious behavior, punishable by death’

Trump accuses Democratic lawmakers who urged military to disobey illegal orders of ‘seditious behavior, punishable by death’

November 20, 2025
Trump accuses Democratic lawmakers who urged military to disobey illegal orders of ‘seditious behavior, punishable by death’
Crime|Political|World

Nigerian court sentences separatist Nnamdi Kanu to life in prison on terrorism charges

A Nigerian court has convicted separatist leader Nnamdi Kanu of seven terrorism-related charges, and sentenced him to life in prison

November 20, 2025
Nigerian court sentences separatist Nnamdi Kanu to life in prison on terrorism charges
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US judge moves to halt Trump's National Guard deployment in Washington, D.C

A federal judge on Thursday moved to halt President Donald Trump’s deployment of National Guard troops to Washington, D.C., a temporary legal setback to Trump's efforts to

November 20, 2025
US judge moves to halt Trump's National Guard deployment in Washington, D.C
Africa|Political|World

US considering sanctions, Pentagon engagement in plan to protect Christians in Nigeria

The United States is considering actions such as sanctions and Pentagon engagement on counterterrorism as part of a plan to

November 20, 2025
US considering sanctions, Pentagon engagement in plan to protect Christians in Nigeria
Crime|Political|US|World

Judge halts Trump’s deployment of national guard in Washington, DC

Judge halts Trump’s deployment of national guard in Washington, DC

November 20, 2025
Judge halts Trump’s deployment of national guard in Washington, DC
Education|Political|US|World

Harvard negotiations are ongoing, close to being finalized, Secretary of Education McMahon says

Negotiations between the Trump administration and Harvard University are close to being finalized, U.S.

November 20, 2025
Harvard negotiations are ongoing, close to being finalized, Secretary of Education McMahon says
Crime|Political|US|World

Status of immigration crackdown operation in Charlotte in doubt

The status of a Border Patrol operation targeting suspected undocumented migrants in Charlotte, North Carolina was in doubt on Thursday, with the local sheriff's office

November 20, 2025
Status of immigration crackdown operation in Charlotte in doubt
Election|Political|US|World

Trump, Vance not invited to Dick Cheney's Washington funeral

U.S. President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance were not invited to Thursday's funeral service for former Vice President Dick Cheney, according to a White House official.

November 20, 2025
Trump, Vance not invited to Dick Cheney's Washington funeral
Europe|Political|World

Russian forces take Ukraine's Kupiansk, top military official says, Ukraine denies it

The chief of Russia's general staff told President Vladimir Putin on Thursday that Russian forces had taken control of the northeastern Ukrainian city of Kupiansk, but Ukraine's

November 20, 2025
Russian forces take Ukraine's Kupiansk, top military official says, Ukraine denies it
Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

US lawmakers target Chinese chipmaking equipment imports by CHIPS Act grant recipients

By Max A.

November 20, 2025
US lawmakers target Chinese chipmaking equipment imports by CHIPS Act grant recipients
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israel plans to seize historical site in the West Bank as a new settlement appears

Israel plans to seize parts of a major West Bank historic site and settlers have established a new outpost there, even as the country faces pressure to crack down on settler violence in the Palestinian territory

November 20, 2025
Israel plans to seize historical site in the West Bank as a new settlement appears
Business|Economy|Environment|Political

Senate reversal of Biden policy that blocked Wyoming coal mining heads to Trump

Mining industry access to federally owned coal in northeastern Wyoming will continue under a bill headed to President Donald Trump

November 20, 2025
Senate reversal of Biden policy that blocked Wyoming coal mining heads to Trump
Education|Political|World

Beliefs clash among students, parents and teachers as the Ten Commandments go up in Texas classrooms

A new Texas law says every public school classroom must display a poster listing the Ten Commandments

November 20, 2025
Beliefs clash among students, parents and teachers as the Ten Commandments go up in Texas classrooms
Africa|Economy|Environment|Political|World

White House hits out at South African leader for 'running his mouth' over US boycott of G20

The White House has hit out at South Africa’s leader for "running his mouth" over the United States’ boycott of this weekend’s Group of 20 summit in Johannesburg

November 20, 2025
White House hits out at South African leader for 'running his mouth' over US boycott of G20
Crime|Election|Political|US|Videos|World

Trump says Democrats' video message to military is 'seditious behavior' punishable by death

President Donald Trump is accusing half a dozen Democratic lawmakers of sedition “punishable by DEATH” after the lawmakers called on U_S_ military members to uphold the Constitution and defy “illegal orders.”

November 20, 2025
Trump says Democrats' video message to military is 'seditious behavior' punishable by death
Crime|Environment|Political|Technology

Santa Cruz pauses FLOCK camera data sharing after illegal searches

Santa Cruz pauses FLOCK camera data sharing after illegal searches

November 20, 2025
Santa Cruz pauses FLOCK camera data sharing after illegal searches
Business|Crime|Education|Environment|Political

Sacramento groups demand accountability from ICE following recent actions by federal agents

Sacramento groups demand accountability from ICE following recent actions by federal agents

November 20, 2025
Sacramento groups demand accountability from ICE following recent actions by federal agents
Political|US|World

Scheduled citizenship oaths abruptly canceled for hundreds of New Yorkers

Scheduled citizenship oaths abruptly canceled for hundreds of New Yorkers

November 20, 2025
Scheduled citizenship oaths abruptly canceled for hundreds of New Yorkers
Arts|Health|Political|US|World

Respect and remembrance for Cheney from Bush, Biden and past vice presidents as Trump is excluded

Washington National Cathedral hosted a bipartisan show of respect and remembrance for Dick Cheney, the consequential and polarizing vice president who became an acidic scold of fellow Republican President Donald Trump

November 20, 2025
Respect and remembrance for Cheney from Bush, Biden and past vice presidents as Trump is excluded
Health|Political|Science|World

UK’s Covid response was ‘too little, too late’ and cost thousands of lives, inquiry says

UK’s Covid response was ‘too little, too late’ and cost thousands of lives, inquiry says

November 20, 2025
UK’s Covid response was ‘too little, too late’ and cost thousands of lives, inquiry says
Business|Economy|Political

Vance pleads for ‘patience’ on the economy in sharp departure from Trump’s rhetoric

Vance pleads for ‘patience’ on the economy in sharp departure from Trump’s rhetoric

November 20, 2025
Vance pleads for ‘patience’ on the economy in sharp departure from Trump’s rhetoric
Business|Economy|Election|Political|US

Vance says Americans need patience on prices but says 'We hear you' on affordability concerns

While President Donald Trump has struggled to settle on a way to address Americans’ concerns about high costs, Vice President JD Vance on Thursday offered a more direct and empathetic message, saying, “We hear you” and “there’s a lot more work to do.”

November 20, 2025
Vance says Americans need patience on prices but says 'We hear you' on affordability concerns
Crime|Political

Wilder raid detainees released from Elmore County

Wilder raid detainees released from Elmore County

November 20, 2025
Wilder raid detainees released from Elmore County
Political|Sports|US

Chiefs assistant Dave Toub: President Trump 'doesn't even know what he's looking at' on NFL kickoffs

Kansas City Chiefs special teams coach Dave Toub doesn't care much about President Donald Trump's opinion of the NFL's new kickoff rules

November 20, 2025
Chiefs assistant Dave Toub: President Trump 'doesn't even know what he's looking at' on NFL kickoffs
Crime|Political|US

Feud in the family: Trump break with Marjorie Taylor Greene jolts MAGA heartland

In a brightly lit, mostly packed meeting hall in LaFayette, Georgia, Jackie Harling leaned into the microphone, her voice

November 20, 2025
Feud in the family: Trump break with Marjorie Taylor Greene jolts MAGA heartland
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian video shows soldiers walking freely through ruins of Ukraine's Pokrovsk

Russia's defence ministry released video on Thursday showing its soldiers moving freely through the southern part of the Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk, patrolling deserted streets lined

November 20, 2025
Russian video shows soldiers walking freely through ruins of Ukraine's Pokrovsk
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Nigerian court jails separatist leader Kanu for life over terrorism

A Nigerian court on Thursday sentenced separatist leader Nnamdi Kanu to life in prison after convicting him on all seven terrorism-related charges at the end of a

November 20, 2025
Nigerian court jails separatist leader Kanu for life over terrorism
Americas|Europe|Political|US|World

Zelenskiy will talk with Trump in coming days after receiving peace plan, his office says

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has received the draft of a U.S. plan to revive a diplomatic end to the war, and will discuss the "key points required to achieve peace" in the

November 20, 2025
Zelenskiy will talk with Trump in coming days after receiving peace plan, his office says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump team aims to ease legal hurdles to closing government office

By Courtney Rozen and Sarah N.

November 20, 2025
Trump team aims to ease legal hurdles to closing government office
Business|Economy|Political|World

Ramaphosa says US discussing coming to G20 in South Africa, White House denies

South Africa's president said on Thursday the U.S. had signalled it might change its mind and participate in the G20 summit in Johannesburg after a boycott by the

November 20, 2025
Ramaphosa says US discussing coming to G20 in South Africa, White House denies
Europe|Political|World

EU is in touch with X regarding hate speech content on Grok

The European Union is in touch with social media network X regarding hate speech content on X's Grok, which the EU described as 'appalling' and going against European human rights

November 20, 2025
EU is in touch with X regarding hate speech content on Grok
Education|Health|Political|Science|World

US CDC adopts Kennedy's anti-vaccine views on recast website

The U.S.

November 20, 2025
US CDC adopts Kennedy's anti-vaccine views on recast website
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Lula taps Brazil's solicitor general for Supreme Court seat

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has appointed Solicitor General Jorge Messias to fill a vacancy on the Supreme Court, the government said in a Thursday

November 20, 2025
Lula taps Brazil's solicitor general for Supreme Court seat
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Who was in attendance--and who wasn't--at Dick Cheney's funeral

In attendance at former Vice President Dick Cheney's funeral were pews full of former presidents and vice presidents — but neither of the men occupying those offices today

November 20, 2025
Who was in attendance--and who wasn't--at Dick Cheney's funeral
Africa|Election|Finance|Political|World

Guinea-Bissau's Embalo faces tough re-election bid after unstable first term

Incumbent Umaro Sissoco Embalo faces surprisingly strong competition in Guinea-Bissau’s presidential election on Sunday, a contest unfolding against the

November 20, 2025
Guinea-Bissau's Embalo faces tough re-election bid after unstable first term
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump says 'seditious' Democrats urging US troops to refuse illegal orders should face death

President Donald Trump on Thursday assailed Democratic lawmakers who told members of the U.S. military they must refuse any illegal

November 20, 2025
Trump says 'seditious' Democrats urging US troops to refuse illegal orders should face death
Business|Economy|Political|World

Oil slides as US pushes for Russia-Ukraine peace deal

Oil prices fell on Thursday as the administration of U.S.

November 20, 2025
Oil slides as US pushes for Russia-Ukraine peace deal
Crime|Political|US|World

US military has new options to pursue group tied to Venezuela's Maduro, Pentagon says

President Donald Trump's decision to designate an alleged drug cartel that the U.S. links to Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro as a foreign terrorist organization provides the

November 20, 2025
US military has new options to pursue group tied to Venezuela's Maduro, Pentagon says
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

US sanctions on big Russian oil firms are having their intended effect, Treasury official says

The Trump administration says it's seeing signs that its sanctions on Russian oil producers are working

November 20, 2025
US sanctions on big Russian oil firms are having their intended effect, Treasury official says
Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World

Florida retiree detained in Saudi Arabia returns home following Prince's visit to White House

A Florida retiree jailed in Saudi Arabia for social media posts critical of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has returned to the United States after four years of detention and travel restrictions

November 20, 2025
Florida retiree detained in Saudi Arabia returns home following Prince's visit to White House
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Lawmakers pass bill raising taxes for Russians branded as ‘foreign agents’

Russian lawmakers have passed a new bill boosting taxes for those labeled as foreign agents by the government

November 20, 2025
Lawmakers pass bill raising taxes for Russians branded as ‘foreign agents’
Arts|Crime|Environment|Political|US

Memorial for workers detained by ICE removed in Immokalee

Memorial for workers detained by ICE removed in Immokalee

November 20, 2025
Memorial for workers detained by ICE removed in Immokalee
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israel’s forced expulsion of Palestinians from West Bank refugee camps amounts to war crimes, HRW alleges

Israel’s forced expulsion of Palestinians from West Bank refugee camps amounts to war crimes, HRW alleges

November 20, 2025
Israel’s forced expulsion of Palestinians from West Bank refugee camps amounts to war crimes, HRW alleges
Economy|Health|Political|World

Trump and Republicans once more face a tough political fight over Obama-era health law

President Donald Trump is once more targeting former President Barack Obama’s signature health care law, and Trump is picking a political fight before next year’s elections

November 20, 2025
Trump and Republicans once more face a tough political fight over Obama-era health law
Europe|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Death toll reaches 33 in some of the deadliest Israeli strikes in Gaza since the ceasefire's start

Israeli strikes across Gaza over a roughly 12-hour period have resulted in the deaths of 33 people

November 20, 2025
Death toll reaches 33 in some of the deadliest Israeli strikes in Gaza since the ceasefire's start
Business|Crime|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Lifestyle|Political|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

Trump renews effort to block states from regulating AI, raising alarms about safety

Trump renews effort to block states from regulating AI, raising alarms about safety

November 20, 2025
Trump renews effort to block states from regulating AI, raising alarms about safety
Health|Political|Science

CDC website changed to contradict scientific conclusion that vaccines don't cause autism

The Trump administration has revised a website to contradict the scientific consensus that vaccines don't cause autism

November 20, 2025
CDC website changed to contradict scientific conclusion that vaccines don't cause autism
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China ran campaign to discredit French Rafale fighter after India-Pakistan conflict, US commission says

China ran a disinformation campaign to hurt sales of the French Rafale fighter jet after India used the planes in May for the first time against Chinese weapons

November 20, 2025
China ran campaign to discredit French Rafale fighter after India-Pakistan conflict, US commission says
Business|Finance|Political|Technology|World

China's civilian shadow navy practices for invasion of Taiwan

China is rehearsing for a potential invasion of Taiwan using a shadow navy of civilian cargo ships and ferries, according to a Reuters investigation that tracked vessel movements and

November 20, 2025
China's civilian shadow navy practices for invasion of Taiwan
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

IMF sees 6.5% GDP upside if Pakistan fixes corruption, governance

The International Monetary Fund predicts Pakistan could lift its GDP between 5% and 6.5% over five years if it tackles corruption and deep-rooted governance failures

November 20, 2025
IMF sees 6.5% GDP upside if Pakistan fixes corruption, governance
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says any peace plan must eliminate root causes of the Ukraine conflict

The Kremlin said on Thursday that any peace plan for Ukraine would have to eliminate the root causes of the conflict and that though there were contacts with the United States there

November 20, 2025
Kremlin says any peace plan must eliminate root causes of the Ukraine conflict
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Poland requests extradition of sabotage suspects from Belarus

Poland has asked Belarus to extradite two Ukrainian citizens accused of carrying out railway sabotage on behalf of Russia, the Polish foreign ministry said on Thursday.

November 20, 2025
Poland requests extradition of sabotage suspects from Belarus
MidEast|Political|World

Syria condemns Netanyahu's visit to its Israeli-occupied south

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited Israeli troops deployed in southern Syria, drawing strong condemnation from the government in Damascus, which denounced the trip as a

November 20, 2025
Syria condemns Netanyahu's visit to its Israeli-occupied south
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says it wonders why Airbus chairman is making 'provocative' statements about nuclear weapons

The Kremlin on Thursday criticised comments on Russian nuclear weapons made by the chairman of Airbus and asked why someone like him was making them in the first place, saying that "

November 20, 2025
Kremlin says it wonders why Airbus chairman is making 'provocative' statements about nuclear weapons
Crime|Europe|Political|World

France pushes EU sanctions against drug-linked organised crime

France's foreign minister on Thursday proposed the creation of a European Union sanctions regime to tackle cross-border organised drug

November 20, 2025
France pushes EU sanctions against drug-linked organised crime
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

EU to toughen trade stance on China as Germany pivots

The European Union will set out next month how it will square up to increased geopolitical challenges from Beijing and others amid

November 20, 2025
EU to toughen trade stance on China as Germany pivots
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

UK's Starmer to go to China at the end of January, Sky News says

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will visit China at the end of January, Sky News reported on Thursday, in what would be the first visit to the country by a British leader in

November 20, 2025
UK's Starmer to go to China at the end of January, Sky News says
Crime|Health|Political|World

Israeli fire kills five in Gaza, casting further doubt on ceasefire

Israeli airstrikes killed five people and wounded 18 others in Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip on Thursday, local health authorities said, after Hamas

November 20, 2025
Israeli fire kills five in Gaza, casting further doubt on ceasefire
Europe|Political|World

Kosovo president sets December 28 as date for snap vote

Kosovo's president, Vjosa Osmani, set December 28 as the date for an early parliamentary election on Thursday, after the ruling Vetevendosje party of Prime Minister Albin Kurti

November 20, 2025
Kosovo president sets December 28 as date for snap vote
Crime|Europe|Political|World

A relative’s desperate search then fading hope after Russian attack in western Ukraine

Ihor Cherepanskyi holds out little hope of seeing his great-grandmother alive.

November 20, 2025
A relative’s desperate search then fading hope after Russian attack in western Ukraine
Economy|Political|Science|World

Edgy Iran seeks Saudi leverage to revive stalled nuclear talks with US

Iran has asked Saudi Arabia to persuade the U.S. to revive stalled nuclear talks, underlining Tehran's anxiety over a possible repeat of Israeli airstrikes and its

November 20, 2025
Edgy Iran seeks Saudi leverage to revive stalled nuclear talks with US
Business|Finance|MidEast|Political|Technology|World

Israel expects to keep regional military edge despite planned sale of F-35s to Saudi

Israel expects to maintain access to more advanced U.S. weaponry, a government spokesperson said on Thursday when asked about Washington's plan to sell F-35 warplanes to Saudi

November 20, 2025
Israel expects to keep regional military edge despite planned sale of F-35s to Saudi
Health|Political|World

As US migration rates drop, life on the San Diego border has changed

A year ago, San Diego trauma surgeon Dr.

November 20, 2025
As US migration rates drop, life on the San Diego border has changed
Business|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Lebanon's most wanted drug trafficker taken into custody, authorities say

Lebanon's authorities say the country's most wanted drug trafficker has been arrested after years on the run

November 20, 2025
Lebanon's most wanted drug trafficker taken into custody, authorities say
Arts|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine identifies Russian commander accused of mass murder in Bucha

Ukraine identifies Russian commander accused of mass murder in Bucha

November 20, 2025
Ukraine identifies Russian commander accused of mass murder in Bucha
Crime|Political|US|World

Multicultural New Orleans awaits arrival of 'Swamp Sweep' immigration crackdown

New Orleans is warily awaiting a monthslong federal crackdown to arrest thousands of immigrants

November 20, 2025
Multicultural New Orleans awaits arrival of 'Swamp Sweep' immigration crackdown
Arts|Education|Opinion|Political

First Amendment in flux: When free speech protections came up against the Red Scare

The congressional anti-communist hearings of the 1940s are a reminder that freedom of speech today is even more fragile than it may seem.

November 20, 2025
First Amendment in flux: When free speech protections came up against the Red Scare
Education|Environment|Health|Political|Science|World

The White House wants to eliminate ‘gender ideology’ and ‘trans ideology.’ What does that mean?

The White House wants to eliminate ‘gender ideology’ and ‘trans ideology.’ What does that mean?

November 20, 2025
The White House wants to eliminate ‘gender ideology’ and ‘trans ideology.’ What does that mean?
Asia|Food|Political|World

With a sushi lunch, Taiwan president shows support for Japan in China dispute

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te posted pictures on social media of himself eating Japanese-sourced sushi on Thursday to show his support for Japan in a bitter and worsening diplomatic

November 20, 2025
With a sushi lunch, Taiwan president shows support for Japan in China dispute
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Brussels hosts talks on Gaza reconstruction, security and governance

More than 60 delegations have met in Brussels to discuss reconstruction and governance in Gaza, focusing on reforming the Palestinian Authority

November 20, 2025
Brussels hosts talks on Gaza reconstruction, security and governance
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Behind Trump defense of Saudi crown prince, a deeper US shift on human rights

When President Donald Trump defended Saudi Arabia's crown prince this week over the 2018 killing of U.S.-based journalist

November 20, 2025
Behind Trump defense of Saudi crown prince, a deeper US shift on human rights
Political|US|World

Funerals at Washington's National Cathedral tell the story of a nation

When former Vice President Dick Cheney’s funeral is held at the Washington National Cathedral, he will join a bipartisan but exclusive list of figures memorialized there, in a church that tells the story of America on hallowed ground

November 20, 2025
Funerals at Washington's National Cathedral tell the story of a nation
Environment|Political|Science|World

UN atomic agency demands Iran provide full information about its nuclear stockpile

The U.N. atomic watchdog’s board of governors is demanding Iran fully cooperate and provide the agency's inspectors with “precise information” about its stockpile of near weapons-grade uranium, and also grant them access to the country’s nuclear sites

November 20, 2025
UN atomic agency demands Iran provide full information about its nuclear stockpile
Crime|Election|Finance|Political|US

How Trump reversed course on the Epstein files as his administration faces lingering suspicion about their release

How Trump reversed course on the Epstein files as his administration faces lingering suspicion about their release

November 20, 2025
How Trump reversed course on the Epstein files as his administration faces lingering suspicion about their release
Crime|Political|US

Former Hill staffer charged for allegedly staging her own violent assault

Former Hill staffer charged for allegedly staging her own violent assault

November 20, 2025
Former Hill staffer charged for allegedly staging her own violent assault
Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World

Israeli strikes across Gaza kill at least 32 Palestinians, as Hamas warns of ‘dangerous escalation’

Israeli strikes across Gaza kill at least 32 Palestinians, as Hamas warns of ‘dangerous escalation’

November 19, 2025
Israeli strikes across Gaza kill at least 32 Palestinians, as Hamas warns of ‘dangerous escalation’
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Belarus frees two Catholic priests serving long jail terms after visit by Pope Leo's envoy

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has freed two Roman Catholic priests convicted of "serious crimes against the state" following diplomatic contacts with the Vatican, state news

November 20, 2025
Belarus frees two Catholic priests serving long jail terms after visit by Pope Leo's envoy
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Greece's Piraeus port not for sale, China tells US 

China's controlling stake in the Greek port of Piraeus, one of the largest in Europe, is not for sale, the Chinese embassy in Greece said, denouncing comments by

November 20, 2025
Greece's Piraeus port not for sale, China tells US 
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU should stop sending money to Ukraine after corruption reports, says Hungary

Hungary's Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto on Thursday said the European Union should stop sending money to the Ukrainian government after corruption reports.

November 20, 2025
EU should stop sending money to Ukraine after corruption reports, says Hungary
Election|Political|World

Guinea coup leader Doumbouya cleared to run for president

Guinea junta leader Mamady Doumbouya and eight other candidates have

November 10, 2025
Guinea coup leader Doumbouya cleared to run for president
Environment|Health|Political|Science|World

Thousands of US hazardous sites are at risk of flooding because of sea level rise, study finds

A new study finds that thousands of hazardous sites across the U.S. are at risk of flooding due to sea level rise that could pose public health threats to neighboring communities

November 20, 2025
Thousands of US hazardous sites are at risk of flooding because of sea level rise, study finds
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Leaders of ethnically split Cyprus agree to work towards reviving talks

The rival leaders of ethnically split Cyprus said they were ready to meet the United Nations Secretary-General to discuss the potential for relaunching long-stalled peace talks, the U.N.

November 20, 2025
Leaders of ethnically split Cyprus agree to work towards reviving talks
Europe|Political|World

Ukrainians, Europeans must be on board with any plan to end war, EU ministers say

European foreign ministers said on Thursday that any plan to end the war in Ukraine must include Ukrainians and Europeans after the U.S. floated a framework that would involve Kyiv

November 20, 2025
Ukrainians, Europeans must be on board with any plan to end war, EU ministers say
Asia|Business|Political|World

Japan, China ties deteriorate after Takaichi's Taiwan comment

Japan's relations with China have plunged to their lowest in years after a dispute triggered by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's remarks this month about Taiwan, the democratically-

November 20, 2025
Japan, China ties deteriorate after Takaichi's Taiwan comment
Asia|Political|World

Why did Japan PM's Taiwan remarks cause such a stir?

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi sparked a diplomatic spat with China over remarks last week that a hypothetical Chinese attack on

November 11, 2025
Why did Japan PM's Taiwan remarks cause such a stir?
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Human Rights Watch accuses Israel of war crimes in West Bank expulsions

Israel’s expulsion of tens of thousands of Palestinians from three West Bank refugee camps in early 2025 amounts to war crimes and crimes against humanity, Human Rights Watch said on

November 20, 2025
Human Rights Watch accuses Israel of war crimes in West Bank expulsions
Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

US, Taipei laud opening of Google's new Taiwan AI engineering centre

Alphabet's Google opened a new AI infrastructure hardware engineering centre in Taiwan on Thursday - its biggest outside of the U.S. - in what Taiwan's president said

November 20, 2025
US, Taipei laud opening of Google's new Taiwan AI engineering centre
Asia|Election|Political|World

Bangladesh Supreme Court restores nonpartisan caretaker system but not for next elections

Bangladesh’s Supreme Court has restored a nonpartisan caretaker government system for elections but says it won’t apply to the polls being held early next year

November 20, 2025
Bangladesh Supreme Court restores nonpartisan caretaker system but not for next elections
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

World's richest nations are pulling back from global development efforts, study show

Two dozen of the world's richest nations, including the United States and Japan, are pulling back from their global development push, a study published on Thursday shows, with many

November 20, 2025
World's richest nations are pulling back from global development efforts, study show
Business|Political|Technology|World

US clears $93 million sale of Javelin anti-tank system, Excalibur projectiles to India

The U.S. State Department has approved the sale of Javelin anti-tank missile system and Excalibur guided artillery munitions worth $93 million to India, the U.S.

November 20, 2025
US clears $93 million sale of Javelin anti-tank system, Excalibur projectiles to India
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump to meet NYC mayor-elect Mamdani at White House on Friday

U.S.

November 20, 2025
Trump to meet NYC mayor-elect Mamdani at White House on Friday
Africa|Economy|Environment|Political|World

South Africa deploys 3,500 extra police officers and braces for protests around the G20 summit

South African authorities say they are planning for multiple protests by local and international activists around this weekend's Group of 20 world leaders summit in Johannesburg

November 19, 2025
South Africa deploys 3,500 extra police officers and braces for protests around the G20 summit
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Leaders press on with G20 summit in South Africa that won't have US and Trump

Leaders and delegates from the world’s richest nations and top developing countries are gathering this weekend for the Group of 20 summit in South Africa, an event overshadowed by the boycott of U.S. President Donald Trump and his administration

November 20, 2025
Leaders press on with G20 summit in South Africa that won't have US and Trump
Europe|Political|US|World

Trump administration quietly attempting to hammer out new peace plan with Russia

Trump administration quietly attempting to hammer out new peace plan with Russia

November 19, 2025
Trump administration quietly attempting to hammer out new peace plan with Russia
Business|Economy|Political|World

Japan's stimulus to be worth $135 billion, largest since pandemic, draft shows

Japan's government is in the final stages of assembling a stimulus package worth 21.3 trillion yen ($135.38 billion) to help households cope with persistent

November 19, 2025
Japan's stimulus to be worth $135 billion, largest since pandemic, draft shows
Crime|Political|World

Son of US citizen held in Saudi Arabia says Trump administration secured his father’s return home

Son of US citizen held in Saudi Arabia says Trump administration secured his father’s return home

November 20, 2025
Son of US citizen held in Saudi Arabia says Trump administration secured his father’s return home
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Arrests now top 250 in immigration crackdown across North Carolina

Federal agents have now arrested more than 250 people during an immigration crackdown in North Carolina centered around Charlotte, the state’s largest city

November 19, 2025
Arrests now top 250 in immigration crackdown across North Carolina
Crime|Political|World

House moves to repeal controversial ‘Arctic Frost’ provision that allows GOP senators to seek $500,000 payouts

House moves to repeal controversial ‘Arctic Frost’ provision that allows GOP senators to seek $500,000 payouts

November 20, 2025
House moves to repeal controversial ‘Arctic Frost’ provision that allows GOP senators to seek $500,000 payouts
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump signs bill to release Epstein files

President Donald Trump signed legislation on Wednesday ordering the Justice Department to release documents from its long-running investigation into sex offender

November 19, 2025
Trump signs bill to release Epstein files
Crime|Political|Technology|World

US Congress seeks testimony from Australia's internet regulator

A U.S. congressional committee called on Australia's internet regulator to testify about the country's laws governing the internet, calling her a "noted zealot for

November 20, 2025
US Congress seeks testimony from Australia's internet regulator
Arts|Crime|Economy|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|Technology|World

House gets back to work and quickly falls into a cycle of punishing its own

The U.S. House is back in session after a multi-week hiatus

November 20, 2025
House gets back to work and quickly falls into a cycle of punishing its own
Economy|Political|US|World

Trump says he and Mamdani will meet Friday in Washington, setting up clash of political opposites

President Donald Trump says he will meet with New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani in Washington later this week

November 20, 2025
Trump says he and Mamdani will meet Friday in Washington, setting up clash of political opposites
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Political

Former Harvard president Larry Summers steps aside from teaching as university probes Jeffrey Epstein documents

Former Harvard president Larry Summers steps aside from teaching as university probes Jeffrey Epstein documents

November 19, 2025
Former Harvard president Larry Summers steps aside from teaching as university probes Jeffrey Epstein documents
Crime|Political|US

The Latest: Trump signs bill to release the Epstein files after months of political pressure

President Donald Trump has signed a bill to compel the Justice Department to make public its case files on the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein following a yearslong push by survivors of Epstein’s abuse for a public reckoning

November 19, 2025
The Latest: Trump signs bill to release the Epstein files after months of political pressure
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Mexico arrests alleged mastermind in popular mayor's killing

Mexican authorities on Wednesday announced the arrest of an alleged mastermind in the assassination of a popular opposition mayor, a vocal critic of the government's security

November 20, 2025
Mexico arrests alleged mastermind in popular mayor's killing
Crime|Political|US|World

US Justice Dept denies misconduct allegations in Comey criminal case

The U.S.

November 20, 2025
US Justice Dept denies misconduct allegations in Comey criminal case
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump signs bill to release Jeffrey Epstein case files after fighting it for months

President Donald Trump has signed a bill to release files on convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein

November 20, 2025
Trump signs bill to release Jeffrey Epstein case files after fighting it for months
Crime|Political|World

Former FBI employee sues DOJ, says unjustly fired over Pride Flag display

A former longtime Federal Bureau of Investigation employee is suing the agency and U.S.

November 20, 2025
Former FBI employee sues DOJ, says unjustly fired over Pride Flag display
Crime|Political|US|World

Appeals court blocks judge’s order restricting use of force during federal immigration crackdown in Chicago

Appeals court blocks judge’s order restricting use of force during federal immigration crackdown in Chicago

November 20, 2025
Appeals court blocks judge’s order restricting use of force during federal immigration crackdown in Chicago
Election|Political|US|World

Trump's congressional redistricting push stalls, boosting Democrats

When President Donald Trump began an extraordinary campaign this summer pressuring Republican lawmakers to redraw state congressional maps, starting with Texas, some Democrats

November 20, 2025
Trump's congressional redistricting push stalls, boosting Democrats
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US Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick of Florida indicted on charges of stealing $5M in disaster funds

U.S. Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick of Florida has been indicted on charges accusing her of stealing federal disaster funds and using the money to aid her 2021 campaign, the Justice Department said Wednesday

November 20, 2025
US Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick of Florida indicted on charges of stealing $5M in disaster funds
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Brazil's Lula joins negotiators at UN climate talks, but no deal yet on major issues

The return of Brazil’s president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva to UN climate talks was hoped to spur nations to meet a self-imposed early deadline for progress on tough issues

November 19, 2025
Brazil's Lula joins negotiators at UN climate talks, but no deal yet on major issues
Crime|Political|US

5 accused of supporting antifa plead guilty to terrorism-related offense after Texas shooting

Five people have pleaded guilty to a terrorism-related charge after they were accused of supporting antifa in a July shooting that wounded a police officer outside a Texas immigration detention center

November 19, 2025
5 accused of supporting antifa plead guilty to terrorism-related offense after Texas shooting
Crime|Health|Political|US

New Jersey organ procurement organization under congressional investigation after ‘alarming’ whistleblower claims

New Jersey organ procurement organization under congressional investigation after ‘alarming’ whistleblower claims

November 19, 2025
New Jersey organ procurement organization under congressional investigation after ‘alarming’ whistleblower claims
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Appeals court pauses order restricting use of force by immigration agents in Chicago-area crackdown

A federal appeals court is temporarily halting an order that restricts the use of force by federal immigration agents in the Chicago area, calling it “overbroad” and “too prescriptive.”

November 19, 2025
Appeals court pauses order restricting use of force by immigration agents in Chicago-area crackdown
Business|Economy|Health|Political|US

US Social Security scraps plan to limit disability benefits, WaPo reports

The Social Security Administration has scrapped a plan that would have stopped thousands of Americans from qualifying for disability benefits, the Washington Post reported on Wednesday,

November 19, 2025
US Social Security scraps plan to limit disability benefits, WaPo reports
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US, Saudi tout new business deals at investment forum

Saudi and U.S. officials touted billions of dollars in new investments and growing financial ties between the two countries on Wednesday, coinciding with

November 19, 2025
US, Saudi tout new business deals at investment forum
Business|Political|US|World

Dissenting judge slams colleagues for blocking Texas congressional map

A U.S. judge issued an unusual dissenting opinion on Wednesday lambasting an earlier ruling that blocked Texas Republicans from using a new congressional map, saying

November 19, 2025
Dissenting judge slams colleagues for blocking Texas congressional map
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World

Trump considering executive order to preempt state AI laws

U.S.

November 19, 2025
Trump considering executive order to preempt state AI laws
Crime|Political

Ethics panel opens investigation of Rep. Cory Mills

The House Ethics Committee has announced that a panel will conduct a wide-ranging investigation into Rep. Cory Mills, R-Fla

November 19, 2025
Ethics panel opens investigation of Rep. Cory Mills
Business|Economy|Environment|Political

Trump administration extends order keeping Michigan coal online past closure date

The Trump administration has once again extended the life of a Michigan coal-fired power plant

November 19, 2025
Trump administration extends order keeping Michigan coal online past closure date
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Ukraine expected to give up land, some arms under US peace plan, sources say

The U.S. has signalled to President Volodymyr Zelenskiy that Ukraine must accept a U.S.-drafted framework to end the war with Russia that

November 19, 2025
Ukraine expected to give up land, some arms under US peace plan, sources say
Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|Travel|US

Care packages and cardstock turkeys: first and second ladies visit Marines and their relatives

Melania Trump and Usha Vance have marked the Thanksgiving season by visiting with Marine Corps members in North Carolina and saluting the sacrifices of military families

November 19, 2025
Care packages and cardstock turkeys: first and second ladies visit Marines and their relatives
Business|Crime|Election|Environment|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Russian attack kills 25 in Ukraine’s Ternopil as Zelenskyy meets Erdogan in Turkey

A Russian drone and missile attack on Ukraine's western city of Ternopil has killed at least 25 people, including three children

November 19, 2025
Russian attack kills 25 in Ukraine’s Ternopil as Zelenskyy meets Erdogan in Turkey
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Trump says he'll push for peace in Sudan after Saudi crown prince urged greater US involvement

President Donald Trump says he's turning his attention to helping find an end to the brutal civil war in Sudan

November 19, 2025
Trump says he'll push for peace in Sudan after Saudi crown prince urged greater US involvement
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Joe Biden to attend Dick Cheney's funeral, as Donald Trump continues to remain silent on his death

Former president Joe Biden plans to attend Thursday’s memorial service for former vice president Dick Cheney at the Washington National Cathedral

November 19, 2025
Joe Biden to attend Dick Cheney's funeral, as Donald Trump continues to remain silent on his death
Business|Political|US|World

House votes to repeal provision that allows senators to sue over phone record seizures

The House has voted to repeal part of a new law that lets senators sue the federal government for millions of dollars if their personal or office data is accessed without their knowledge

November 19, 2025
House votes to repeal provision that allows senators to sue over phone record seizures
Crime|Political|World

The many times Trump has promoted the Saudi crown prince’s Khashoggi denials

The many times Trump has promoted the Saudi crown prince’s Khashoggi denials

November 19, 2025
The many times Trump has promoted the Saudi crown prince’s Khashoggi denials
Political|Science|Technology|World

US F-35 jets to be sold to Saudi Arabia to lack Israel's advanced features

The F-35 fighter jets the U.S. plans to sell Saudi Arabia will be less advanced than those operated by Israel, in line with a U.S. law that guarantees Israel’s

November 19, 2025
US F-35 jets to be sold to Saudi Arabia to lack Israel's advanced features
Business|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

‘I dissent,’ judge says 16 times in 100-page broadside against colleagues in Texas redistricting case

‘I dissent,’ judge says 16 times in 100-page broadside against colleagues in Texas redistricting case

November 19, 2025
‘I dissent,’ judge says 16 times in 100-page broadside against colleagues in Texas redistricting case
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|US|World

US senators unveil bill to prevent export monopolies after Huawei showdown 

A bipartisan duo of U.S. senators unveiled a bill on Wednesday that directs the Commerce Department to create a level playing field when issuing export

November 19, 2025
US senators unveil bill to prevent export monopolies after Huawei showdown 
Crime|Political|US

Nancy Mace’s complaint against fellow Republican Cory Mills referred to House Ethics Committee

Nancy Mace’s complaint against fellow Republican Cory Mills referred to House Ethics Committee

November 19, 2025
Nancy Mace’s complaint against fellow Republican Cory Mills referred to House Ethics Committee
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israel's military carries out strikes in Lebanon and Gaza, killing dozens of people

The Israeli military has carried out airstrikes in southern Lebanon, targeting what it claims are Hezbollah weapons storage facilities

November 19, 2025
Israel's military carries out strikes in Lebanon and Gaza, killing dozens of people
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Judge to proceed with contempt probe after US flew migrants to El Salvador prison in March

A federal judge says he plans to move ahead quickly on a contempt investigation of the Trump administration for failing to turn around planes carrying Venezuelan migrants to El Salvador in March

November 19, 2025
Judge to proceed with contempt probe after US flew migrants to El Salvador prison in March
Business|Economy|Environment|Political

Tom Steyer is running for California governor as a populist billionaire

Billionaire businessman and activist Tom Steyer is running for California governor as a Democrat

November 19, 2025
Tom Steyer is running for California governor as a populist billionaire
Business|Economy|Education|Political|Technology

Trump says allowing skilled immigrants to train US workers 'is MAGA'

President Donald Trump is again expressing support for skilled immigrants training U.S. workers in high-tech factories

November 19, 2025
Trump says allowing skilled immigrants to train US workers 'is MAGA'
Business|Finance|Political|World

US judge blocks termination of temporary legal status for Syrians

A federal judge on Wednesday blocked President Donald Trump's administration from terminating temporary deportation protections and work permits for more than 6,100

November 19, 2025
US judge blocks termination of temporary legal status for Syrians
Business|Economy|Political|World

Germany will not reach defence spending target of 3.5% in 2029

Germany will not hit its own 3.5% defence spending target in 2029, Defence Minister Boris Pistorius said on Wednesday, as the country ramps up spending in the wake of Russia's war

November 19, 2025
Germany will not reach defence spending target of 3.5% in 2029
Environment|Political|Science|World

Early COP30 climate deal eludes Brazil, but Lula remains upbeat

Brazil failed to land an early COP30 climate deal on Wednesday, though President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva remained upbeat about the

November 19, 2025
Early COP30 climate deal eludes Brazil, but Lula remains upbeat
Europe|Political|World

Trump's Ukraine envoy Kellogg to leave post in January, sources say

U.S.

November 19, 2025
Trump's Ukraine envoy Kellogg to leave post in January, sources say
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Larry Summers resigns from Santander's advisory board, spokesperson says

Former U.S. Treasury Secretary Larry Summers has resigned from Santander's international advisory board he currently chaired, a Santander spokesperson said on Wednesday.

November 19, 2025
Larry Summers resigns from Santander's advisory board, spokesperson says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Trump's economy depends on AI for growth, a reality made clear in Saudi crown prince's US visit

President Donald Trump is counting on the tech sector and artificial intelligence to drive his economic agenda

November 19, 2025
Trump's economy depends on AI for growth, a reality made clear in Saudi crown prince's US visit
Crime|Political|US|World

New hurdle in Comey case as Trump's Justice Department faces questions about the grand jury process

The prosecution of former FBI Director James Comey has hit another hurdle

November 19, 2025
New hurdle in Comey case as Trump's Justice Department faces questions about the grand jury process
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World

Trump moves to strip protections for endangered and threatened species

Trump moves to strip protections for endangered and threatened species

November 19, 2025
Trump moves to strip protections for endangered and threatened species
Arts|Crime|Political|World

What to know about Lindsey Halligan’s big grand jury revelation at James Comey’s vindictive-prosecution hearing

What to know about Lindsey Halligan’s big grand jury revelation at James Comey’s vindictive-prosecution hearing

November 19, 2025
What to know about Lindsey Halligan’s big grand jury revelation at James Comey’s vindictive-prosecution hearing
Health|Political|World

Israeli airstrikes kill 25 Palestinians in Gaza, rattling ceasefire, medics say

At least 25 Palestinians were killed in four Israeli airstrikes on Wednesday in a part of Gaza under Hamas control since a shaky ceasefire took effect in October,

November 19, 2025
Israeli airstrikes kill 25 Palestinians in Gaza, rattling ceasefire, medics say
Crime|Political|US|World

What's next now that Trump has signed bill releasing the Epstein files

President Donald Trump has signed a bill to compel the Justice Department to make public its case files on the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein

November 19, 2025
What's next now that Trump has signed bill releasing the Epstein files
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Trump teases he’ll fire Bessent if Fed doesn’t cut interest rates

Trump teases he’ll fire Bessent if Fed doesn’t cut interest rates

November 19, 2025
Trump teases he’ll fire Bessent if Fed doesn’t cut interest rates
Business|Environment|Political|Science|World

Trump administration proposes to loosen rules protecting endangered species

The Trump administration on Wednesday proposed four new rules that would roll back Biden-era regulations that strengthened protections for endangered species.

November 19, 2025
Trump administration proposes to loosen rules protecting endangered species
Health|Political|Science|Technology|World

Data shows a spike in military aircraft accidents in 2024. This year doesn't look any better

Internal Pentagon figures show the number of major accidents involving military aircraft spiked in 2024

November 19, 2025
Data shows a spike in military aircraft accidents in 2024. This year doesn't look any better
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

US lawmakers say any civil nuclear deal with Saudi must not create arms race

U.S. lawmakers cautioned against ushering in a nuclear arms race in the Middle East after the United States and Saudi Arabia said they signed an initial

November 19, 2025
US lawmakers say any civil nuclear deal with Saudi must not create arms race
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Deaths of child recruits will not halt bombing of illegal armed groups, Colombia says

Colombia's military will continue carrying out bombing operations to curb the expansion of illegal armed groups, despite the recent deaths of at least 12

November 19, 2025
Deaths of child recruits will not halt bombing of illegal armed groups, Colombia says
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says nothing new to report on Ukraine peace proposals

The Kremlin said on Wednesday that contacts with the United States continued but that there were no new developments to announce on a possible peace plan to end the conflict in

November 19, 2025
Kremlin says nothing new to report on Ukraine peace proposals
Crime|Political|US|World

New York police commissioner credited with crime drop to stay on under Mamdani

Jessica Tisch, the New York City police commissioner who has overseen a drop in violent crime under outgoing Mayor Eric Adams, has agreed to

November 19, 2025
New York police commissioner credited with crime drop to stay on under Mamdani
Crime|Political|World

Judge questions validity of indictment against FBI ex-chief Comey

By Andrew Goudsward and Sarah N.

November 19, 2025
Judge questions validity of indictment against FBI ex-chief Comey
Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

US secures $1 trillion Saudi spending commitments spanning nuclear energy to F-35s

U.S.

November 19, 2025
US secures $1 trillion Saudi spending commitments spanning nuclear energy to F-35s
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

US canceling October's employment report after shutdown prevented data collection

The U.S.

November 19, 2025
US canceling October's employment report after shutdown prevented data collection
Africa|Business|Political|World

Trump says US will work to end war in Sudan at Saudi's request

U.S.

November 19, 2025
Trump says US will work to end war in Sudan at Saudi's request
Europe|Political|World

Russian spy ship enters UK waters and aims lasers at military pilots, Britain says

Russian spy ship enters UK waters and aims lasers at military pilots, Britain says

November 19, 2025
Russian spy ship enters UK waters and aims lasers at military pilots, Britain says
Crime|Education|Political|World

Nigeria's president postpones G20 trip, vowing to step up efforts to rescue abducted schoolgirls

Nigeria’s president has postponed his trip to this weekend’s Group of 20 summit after promising to intensify efforts to rescue 24 schoolgirls who were abducted by gunmen earlier this week in a northwestern region of the country

November 19, 2025
Nigeria's president postpones G20 trip, vowing to step up efforts to rescue abducted schoolgirls
Crime|Political|US|Videos|World

Democratic lawmakers urge troops to disobey illegal orders

Democratic lawmakers urge troops to disobey illegal orders

November 19, 2025
Democratic lawmakers urge troops to disobey illegal orders
Crime|Political|World

Veteran FBI employee sues bureau after being fired over displaying a pride flag

A veteran FBI employee is claiming in a lawsuit that he was fired last month after displaying an LGBTQ+ flag at his workspace

November 19, 2025
Veteran FBI employee sues bureau after being fired over displaying a pride flag
Economy|Political|US|World

House reprimands Illinois congressman over succession plan, angering Democrats

The House has voted to reprimand Illinois Rep. Chuy Garcia over an eyebrow-raising succession plan for his congressional seat

November 18, 2025
House reprimands Illinois congressman over succession plan, angering Democrats
Americas|Crime|Political|Sports|World

Canadian former Olympic snowboarder wanted by US is charged with orchestrating murder of witness

A former Olympic snowboarder for Canada who is wanted by authorities for running a multi-national drug trafficking network is facing additional charges in connection with the killing of a federal witness

November 19, 2025
Canadian former Olympic snowboarder wanted by US is charged with orchestrating murder of witness
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

UN children's agency to move majority of jobs out of Geneva and New York following funding cuts

The majority of staff jobs at the United Nations children's agency in Geneva and New York will be relocated to cheaper locations, as the

November 19, 2025
UN children's agency to move majority of jobs out of Geneva and New York following funding cuts
Business|Economy|Political|World

Saudi crown prince hosted at friendlier US Congress

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met with members of Congress at the U.S.

November 19, 2025
Saudi crown prince hosted at friendlier US Congress
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump again criticizes Fed's Powell, says 'I'd love to fire his ass'

U.S.

November 19, 2025
Trump again criticizes Fed's Powell, says 'I'd love to fire his ass'
Political|World

Israeli military steps up strikes in south Lebanon, says it is targeting Hezbollah

The Israeli military stepped up airstrikes in south Lebanon on Wednesday, killing at least one person as it pressed a campaign of near-daily attacks which it says is

November 19, 2025
Israeli military steps up strikes in south Lebanon, says it is targeting Hezbollah
Americas|Business|Crime|Environment|Political

Judge pushes for resolution in lawsuit over legal access at 'Alligator Alcatraz'

A federal judge in Florida is pushing for a resolution in a lawsuit over detainees' access to attorneys at an immigration detention center in the Everglades

November 19, 2025
Judge pushes for resolution in lawsuit over legal access at 'Alligator Alcatraz'
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Trump nominates new CFPB director, but White House says agency is still closing

President Trump has nominated Stuart Levenbach as the next director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

November 19, 2025
Trump nominates new CFPB director, but White House says agency is still closing
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Nominee for US deputy ambassador to UN calls for reforms at 'ineffective' global body

President Donald Trump’s nominee to be U.S. deputy ambassador to the United Nations has urged “bold reform” of what she calls the “bloated, unfocused and ineffective” global organization

November 19, 2025
Nominee for US deputy ambassador to UN calls for reforms at 'ineffective' global body
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Jessica Tisch accepts Zohran Mamdani’s offer to remain New York police commissioner

Jessica Tisch accepts Zohran Mamdani’s offer to remain New York police commissioner

November 19, 2025
Jessica Tisch accepts Zohran Mamdani’s offer to remain New York police commissioner
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine asks Vatican to formalize mediation role for return of citizens taken by Russia

Ukraine has asked the Vatican to formalize its role facilitating negotiations for the return of Ukrainian children and civilians taken by Russia during the war

November 19, 2025
Ukraine asks Vatican to formalize mediation role for return of citizens taken by Russia
Crime|Economy|Political|US|World

Analysis: Trump keeps lying while accusing others of lying

Analysis: Trump keeps lying while accusing others of lying

November 19, 2025
Analysis: Trump keeps lying while accusing others of lying
Business|Economy|Political|World

The Latest: Trump to decide on Epstein files release after Senate agrees to pass the legislation

Both the House and Senate have acted decisively to pass a bill forcing the Justice Department to release its files on the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein

November 18, 2025
The Latest: Trump to decide on Epstein files release after Senate agrees to pass the legislation
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Top Ukrainian ministers submit their resignations as the country is rocked by a corruption scandal

Ukraine’s justice and energy ministers submitted their resignations amid a major embezzlement and kickbacks scandal involving the state nuclear power company

November 12, 2025
Top Ukrainian ministers submit their resignations as the country is rocked by a corruption scandal
Business|Economy|Political|World

Takeaways from Trump's White House meeting with Saudi crown prince: Deals and bromance

A jovial President Donald Trump has held a warm and friendly meeting with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at the White House

November 18, 2025
Takeaways from Trump's White House meeting with Saudi crown prince: Deals and bromance
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Kosovo heading for an early vote after lawmakers fail to elect government

Kosovo lawmakers have failed to elect a new government meaning that the country is heading for an early election

November 19, 2025
Kosovo heading for an early vote after lawmakers fail to elect government
Europe|Political|World

Kosovo's ruling party fails to form government

Kosovo Prime Minister Albin Kurti's ruling Vetevendosje party failed to secure enough parliamentary votes on Wednesday to form a government, pushing the country toward a snap

November 19, 2025
Kosovo's ruling party fails to form government
Africa|Europe|Political|World

Greece says it wants to discuss setting up migrant return hubs with African states

Greece, long a gateway to Europe for refugees, wants to join several other EU countries in discussing the deportation of rejected asylum seekers to Africa, the Greek migration

November 19, 2025
Greece says it wants to discuss setting up migrant return hubs with African states
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Gunmen attack church in Nigeria, killing two and kidnapping others

By Ahmed Kingimi MAIDUGURI, Nigeria -Gunmen have attacked a church in Nigeria, killing at least two people and kidnapping the pastor and some worshippers, police and witnesses said on Wednesday, days

November 19, 2025
Gunmen attack church in Nigeria, killing two and kidnapping others
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

US trade deficit narrows sharply in August in boost to third-quarter GDP

The U.S. trade deficit narrowed more than expected in August as businesses imported fewer goods against the backdrop of higher tariffs, a trend that if

November 19, 2025
US trade deficit narrows sharply in August in boost to third-quarter GDP
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

Uranium enrichment not part of civil nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia, US energy secretary says

Uranium enrichment is not part of the deal on civil nuclear energy reached with Saudi Arabia, U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright said on Wednesday.

November 19, 2025
Uranium enrichment not part of civil nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia, US energy secretary says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

White House move gives budget director more time to eliminate consumer finance agency

The White House has nominated a director to lead the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, a legal maneuver that buys Acting Director Russell Vought more time

November 19, 2025
White House move gives budget director more time to eliminate consumer finance agency
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia puts Khodorkovsky on list of 'extremists and terrorists', RIA reports

Russia has added Mikhail Khodorkovsky to its list of "extremists and terrorists", the RIA news agency reported on Wednesday, citing the country's financial watchdog.

November 19, 2025
Russia puts Khodorkovsky on list of 'extremists and terrorists', RIA reports
Europe|Political|World

Twenty-six killed, many missing in Russian strike on apartment buildings in west Ukraine

At least 26 people were killed and many were listed as missing in a Russian drone and missile attack overnight that hit apartment buildings in the western Ukrainian city

November 19, 2025
Twenty-six killed, many missing in Russian strike on apartment buildings in west Ukraine
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Fed's Miran calls for exempting Treasuries from bank leverage rule

Federal Reserve Governor Stephen Miran on Wednesday called for regulators to exempt U.S.

November 19, 2025
Fed's Miran calls for exempting Treasuries from bank leverage rule
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Spanish court conditionally releases PM's former ally from jail

Spain's Supreme Court ordered on Wednesday the provisional release from jail of a former senior official in the ruling Socialist Party, citing a reduced risk of evidence tampering

November 19, 2025
Spanish court conditionally releases PM's former ally from jail
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Danish Social Democrats lose ground in local polls on cost-of-living, welfare concerns

Denmark's ruling Social Democratic Party suffered big losses in municipal elections, official results showed on Wednesday, less than

November 19, 2025
Danish Social Democrats lose ground in local polls on cost-of-living, welfare concerns
Arts|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Sports|Travel

US tourism expected to score big with FIFA World Cup

International tourism to the U.S. could get a much-needed boost from the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a sluggish 2025, when visitors stayed away amid unease over President

November 19, 2025
US tourism expected to score big with FIFA World Cup
Africa|Political|World

Main opposition candidates in Guinea-Bissau's presidential election

Guinea-Bissau President Umaro Sissoco Embalo, a 53-year-old ex-army general, is seeking a second term in a November 23 vote, but faces 11 challengers in the West African nation with

November 19, 2025
Main opposition candidates in Guinea-Bissau's presidential election
Business|Economy|Education|Political

Tom Steyer, the billionaire Democratic activist, enters California governor’s race

Tom Steyer, the billionaire Democratic activist, enters California governor’s race

November 19, 2025
Tom Steyer, the billionaire Democratic activist, enters California governor’s race
Crime|Political|US

House votes to release Epstein files, sending bill to Senate

The House on Tuesday took the significant step of ordering President Donald Trump’s Justice Department to publicly release all of its investigative files into the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, after months of nasty infighting within the GOP. The House voted 427-1 to pass the measure, with GOP Rep. Clay Higgins of Louisiana the only member voting against it.

November 18, 2025
House votes to release Epstein files, sending bill to Senate
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

UK warns Russia it's ready to deal with any incursion after spy ship is spotted

Britain has warned Russia it is ready to handle any incursion into its territory after the spy ship Yantar was detected near U.K. waters

November 19, 2025
UK warns Russia it's ready to deal with any incursion after spy ship is spotted
Africa|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Aid chief says UN pressing to enter Sudan's al-Fashir after reports of atrocities

The United Nations is pushing to gain access to al-Fashir, the famine-stricken city in Darfur where witnesses have reported mass reprisals since a takeover by

November 19, 2025
Aid chief says UN pressing to enter Sudan's al-Fashir after reports of atrocities
Europe|Political|World

UK says 'military options' ready as Russian ship points lasers at RAF pilots

British defence minister John Healey said on Wednesday that "military options" are ready should the Russian spy ship Yantar become a threat after it directed lasers at British pilots

November 19, 2025
UK says 'military options' ready as Russian ship points lasers at RAF pilots
Economy|Europe|Political

UK PM Starmer does not rule out extending income tax threshold freeze

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer did not rule out extending an income tax threshold freeze when asked about it on Wednesday, amid ongoing speculation about finance minister Rachel

November 19, 2025
UK PM Starmer does not rule out extending income tax threshold freeze
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Lithuania to reopen Belarus border after balloon incidents

Lithuania will reopen its border crossings with Belarus, ending a closure imposed in response to airspace disruptions by smugglers' balloons, the Baltic republic

November 19, 2025
Lithuania to reopen Belarus border after balloon incidents
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Amundi's Mortier worried about Fed independence, cautious on megacap stocks

Damage to the independence of the U.S.

November 19, 2025
Amundi's Mortier worried about Fed independence, cautious on megacap stocks
Crime|Health|Political|World

Thirteen people killed in Israeli strike on Lebanon's Sidon, Lebanese health ministry says

An Israeli strike on the southern Lebanese city of Sidon killed 13 people and wounded several others, the Lebanese Health Ministry said on Tuesday.

November 18, 2025
Thirteen people killed in Israeli strike on Lebanon's Sidon, Lebanese health ministry says
Arts|Political|World

Venezuela’s propaganda machine lashes back with jokes, cartoons and sarcasm as US pressure ramps up

Venezuela’s propaganda machine lashes back with jokes, cartoons and sarcasm as US pressure ramps up

November 19, 2025
Venezuela’s propaganda machine lashes back with jokes, cartoons and sarcasm as US pressure ramps up
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Poland plans to charge 2 Ukrainians with sabotage of terrorist nature for railway explosion

Polish authorities plan to charge two Ukrainians with sabotage over an explosion that damaged a train track used for deliveries to Ukraine

November 19, 2025
Poland plans to charge 2 Ukrainians with sabotage of terrorist nature for railway explosion
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Fed minutes expected to detail a policy divide that may be deepening

The minutes of the U.S. central bank's October 28-29 meeting could provide more insight on Wednesday into the depth of the divide that has emerged among

November 19, 2025
Fed minutes expected to detail a policy divide that may be deepening
Business|Economy|Finance|Interview|Political|US|World

Ro Khanna explains how he helped engineer the vote that ‘ripped MAGA apart’

Ro Khanna explains how he helped engineer the vote that ‘ripped MAGA apart’

November 19, 2025
Ro Khanna explains how he helped engineer the vote that ‘ripped MAGA apart’
Asia|Economy|Political|World

China warns there is ‘no market’ for Japanese seafood exports as spat over Taiwan comments escalates

China warns there is ‘no market’ for Japanese seafood exports as spat over Taiwan comments escalates

November 19, 2025
China warns there is ‘no market’ for Japanese seafood exports as spat over Taiwan comments escalates
Political

Failed effort to censure Democrat over texts with Epstein sparks recriminations in the GOP

Failed effort to censure Democrat over texts with Epstein sparks recriminations in the GOP

November 19, 2025
Failed effort to censure Democrat over texts with Epstein sparks recriminations in the GOP
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says it regrets Poland's closure of last Russian consulate after railway blast

The Kremlin said on Wednesday that it regretted Warsaw's decision to close Russia's last operating consulate in Poland, in Gdansk, a move it said showed a lack of common sense.

November 19, 2025
Kremlin says it regrets Poland's closure of last Russian consulate after railway blast
Political|Science|Technology|World

Germany vows to protect its interests in growing global space race

Germany will expand its security infrastructure in space to better protect its interests in a sphere where countries are already competing for dominance, said the foreign and defence

November 19, 2025
Germany vows to protect its interests in growing global space race
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Kremlin plays down media report of new efforts on Ukraine peace

The Kremlin on Wednesday played down an Axios report that the United States was working on a 28-point peace plan for Ukraine and said there were no new developments to announce since

November 19, 2025
Kremlin plays down media report of new efforts on Ukraine peace
MidEast|Political|Science|World

Exclusive: Iran open to resuming nuclear talks with the US but won’t shift its conditions, supreme leader’s adviser says

Exclusive: Iran open to resuming nuclear talks with the US but won’t shift its conditions, supreme leader’s adviser says

November 19, 2025
Exclusive: Iran open to resuming nuclear talks with the US but won’t shift its conditions, supreme leader’s adviser says
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Iran releases Marshall Islands-flagged tanker and crew it seized last week

Iran has released a Marshall Islands-flagged tanker and its 21 crew members, days after seizing the ship without explanation

November 19, 2025
Iran releases Marshall Islands-flagged tanker and crew it seized last week
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Slovak PM Fico asks NATO to strengthen Slovakia's air defences

Slovakia wants NATO to boost air defences in the country, on its eastern flank, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico said after a meeting with the military alliance's chief.

November 19, 2025
Slovak PM Fico asks NATO to strengthen Slovakia's air defences
Europe|Political|World

Russia says Ukraine fired U.S.-made ATACMS missiles at Voronezh

Russia's defence ministry said on Wednesday that Ukrainian forces had fired four U.S.-made ATACMS missiles at the southern Russian city of Voronezh in an attempted strike on civilian

November 19, 2025
Russia says Ukraine fired U.S.-made ATACMS missiles at Voronezh
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says Russian attack killed nine, damaged infrastructure

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said an overnight Russian attack killed nine people, wounded dozens more and damaged energy and transport infrastructure.

November 19, 2025
Ukraine's Zelenskiy says Russian attack killed nine, damaged infrastructure
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Far-right uptick in Spain raises spectre of Franco 50 years after his death

A spike in support for Spain's far right is reviving memories of late dictator Francisco Franco and burnishing his legacy among disaffected young

November 19, 2025
Far-right uptick in Spain raises spectre of Franco 50 years after his death
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Chinese premier makes landmark Zambia trip as West vies for investment foothold

Zambia will host a Chinese premier on Wednesday for the first time in 28 years as the sub-Saharan state emerges from a financial crisis, with Beijing eager to access

November 19, 2025
Chinese premier makes landmark Zambia trip as West vies for investment foothold
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine pushes for political decision from EU on frozen assets next month

Ukraine is pushing European allies to take a political decision to release a proposed $163-billion loan based on frozen Russian state assets next month, as it frets

November 19, 2025
Ukraine pushes for political decision from EU on frozen assets next month
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Israeli airstrike on a Palestinian refugee camp in Lebanon kills 13 people, Lebanese ministry says

State media and the Health Ministry in Lebanon say that an Israeli airstrike on a Palestinian refugee camp in southern Lebanon has killed 13 people and wounded others

November 18, 2025
Israeli airstrike on a Palestinian refugee camp in Lebanon kills 13 people, Lebanese ministry says
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For conservative media, New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani quickly becomes attack target

New York City's mayor-elect, Zohran Mamdani, has quickly become a target of conservative media figures

November 19, 2025
For conservative media, New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani quickly becomes attack target
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Top US army officials in Ukraine in attempt to revive peace talks, Politico reports

Two top U.S. Army officials have made a rare wartime visit to Kyiv by U.S.

November 19, 2025
Top US army officials in Ukraine in attempt to revive peace talks, Politico reports
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Elon Musk attends Trump's dinner with Saudi crown prince

Elon Musk joined a dinner with U.S President Donald Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at the White House on Tuesday, the second joint public appearance since a bitter public

November 19, 2025
Elon Musk attends Trump's dinner with Saudi crown prince
Celebrity|Europe|Political|Sports|World

Ronaldo attends White House meeting between Trump and Saudi crown prince

Portugal's soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo on Tuesday attended a White House meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

November 19, 2025
Ronaldo attends White House meeting between Trump and Saudi crown prince
Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

White House working with Russia on new Ukraine peace plan, Axios reports

The Trump administration has been secretly formulating a new plan to end the war in Ukraine in consultation with Russia, Axios reported Tuesday, citing U.S. and

November 19, 2025
White House working with Russia on new Ukraine peace plan, Axios reports
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A Dallas dad came to terms with his imminent deportation. Then an 11th-hour court order gave hope to see his family again

A Dallas dad came to terms with his imminent deportation. Then an 11th-hour court order gave hope to see his family again

November 19, 2025
A Dallas dad came to terms with his imminent deportation. Then an 11th-hour court order gave hope to see his family again
Economy|Political|Technology|Travel|World

Bipartisan bill aims to pay air traffic controllers during future shutdowns

The flight disruptions during the record government shutdown have inspired a rare act of bipartisanship

November 19, 2025
Bipartisan bill aims to pay air traffic controllers during future shutdowns
Australia|Environment|Political|Science|World

Australia will not veto Turkey's COP31 summit bid, Albanese says

Australia will not oppose a successful Turkish bid to host next year's COP31 climate summit, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said, warning a prolonged standoff over hosting

November 19, 2025
Australia will not veto Turkey's COP31 summit bid, Albanese says
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Soccer superstar Ronaldo joins Saudi crown prince during a White House visit

Soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo was at the White House on Tuesday as President Donald Trump hosted a glitzy dinner to honor Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman

November 18, 2025
Soccer superstar Ronaldo joins Saudi crown prince during a White House visit
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Democratic state election officials demand answers on Justice Department's requests for voter data

Ten Democratic secretaries of state are asking the Trump administration to provide more information about its efforts to seek voter registration data

November 19, 2025
Democratic state election officials demand answers on Justice Department's requests for voter data
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‘We have power together’: For Epstein survivors, a day of emotion and triumph

‘We have power together’: For Epstein survivors, a day of emotion and triumph

November 19, 2025
‘We have power together’: For Epstein survivors, a day of emotion and triumph
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Trump dismisses US intelligence that Saudi prince was likely aware of 2018 killing of journalist

President Donald Trump is dismissing U.S. intelligence findings that Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman likely had some culpability in the the 2018 killing of Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi

November 18, 2025
Trump dismisses US intelligence that Saudi prince was likely aware of 2018 killing of journalist
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After backlash, Alabama Public Television will keep paying for PBS

The commission that oversees Alabama Public Television voted to continue paying its contract with PBS

November 18, 2025
After backlash, Alabama Public Television will keep paying for PBS
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Fear spreads as federal immigration crackdown in North Carolina expands to Raleigh

Federal agents have expanded their North Carolina immigration crackdown to the area around the state capital of Raleigh

November 18, 2025
Fear spreads as federal immigration crackdown in North Carolina expands to Raleigh
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Brazil's Congress approves spending cut measures, caps tax credit for companies

Brazilian Congress on Tuesday approved a bill that includes spending-containment measures and limits on companies' use of tax credits, which were previously struck down when a

November 18, 2025
Brazil's Congress approves spending cut measures, caps tax credit for companies
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US federal workers would lose whistleblower safeguards under Trump rule

By Courtney Rozen and Sarah N.

November 18, 2025
US federal workers would lose whistleblower safeguards under Trump rule
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Trump says visiting Saudi crown prince knew nothing about Khashoggi killing, contradicting US intel

U.S.

November 18, 2025
Trump says visiting Saudi crown prince knew nothing about Khashoggi killing, contradicting US intel
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What to know about the F-35 fighter jet that Trump is selling to Saudi Arabia

President Donald Trump says he's agreed to sell F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia despite concerns that China could gain access to the plane’s vaunted American technology

November 19, 2025
What to know about the F-35 fighter jet that Trump is selling to Saudi Arabia
Crime|Political|US|World

Who is Clay Higgins, the only House member to vote against releasing the Epstein files?

Both Democrats and Republicans alike readied for a unanimous House vote to pass a bill to force the release of the case files on the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein

November 18, 2025
Who is Clay Higgins, the only House member to vote against releasing the Epstein files?
Political|World

1 Israeli killed and 3 wounded in West Bank stabbing as UN approves Trump's Gaza plan

Palestinian attackers have stabbed an Israeli to death and wounded three others in the West Bank

November 18, 2025
1 Israeli killed and 3 wounded in West Bank stabbing as UN approves Trump's Gaza plan
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Federal Reserve releases new guidance for bank oversight in move praised by industry

The Federal Reserve’s top banking regulator on Tuesday released new guidelines for the agency’s supervision of the financial system, earning praise from industry trade groups and criticism from her predecessor

November 18, 2025
Federal Reserve releases new guidance for bank oversight in move praised by industry
Crime|Political|World

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum rejects Trump's offer of military intervention against cartels

Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum has firmly rejected the possibility of U.S. intervention against drug cartels a day after President Donald Trump again said he would support it

November 18, 2025
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum rejects Trump's offer of military intervention against cartels
Crime|Political|World

US Congress approves release of Epstein files, putting matter before Trump

The Republican-controlled U.S.

November 18, 2025
US Congress approves release of Epstein files, putting matter before Trump
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

ANZ CEO says bank needs cultural change to fix ongoing mistakes

ANZ Group CEO Nuno Matos on Wednesday told lawmakers the embattled lender needed a cultural overhaul and to be accountable for its mistakes, as the bank faces

November 18, 2025
ANZ CEO says bank needs cultural change to fix ongoing mistakes
Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

Trump warns against AI 'overregulation,' says US needs to have one federal standard

President Donald Trump said on Tuesday the U.S. must have one federal standard for regulating artificial intelligence, saying the technology risked being over-

November 18, 2025
Trump warns against AI 'overregulation,' says US needs to have one federal standard
Europe|MidEast|Political|Science|Technology|World

US-E3 draft resolution at IAEA board demands swift cooperation from Iran

Europe's top three powers and the U.S. have submitted a draft resolution to this week's meeting of the U.N. atomic watchdog's 35-nation Board of Governors

November 18, 2025
US-E3 draft resolution at IAEA board demands swift cooperation from Iran
Crime|Political|US|World

US to send 250 border agents to Louisiana, Mississippi next month, AP reports

The U.S.

November 18, 2025
US to send 250 border agents to Louisiana, Mississippi next month, AP reports
Crime|Election|Political|US|World

Congress greenlights bill forcing Trump’s DOJ to release Epstein files after monthslong GOP effort to quash it

Congress greenlights bill forcing Trump’s DOJ to release Epstein files after monthslong GOP effort to quash it

November 18, 2025
Congress greenlights bill forcing Trump’s DOJ to release Epstein files after monthslong GOP effort to quash it
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Political|World

Rapper Nicki Minaj calls for protections for Christians in Nigeria at UN event

Rapper Nicki Minaj says she wants to shine a spotlight on “the deadly threat” to Christians in Nigeria

November 18, 2025
Rapper Nicki Minaj calls for protections for Christians in Nigeria at UN event
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

Trump doubles down on redistricting in Indiana even as lawmakers rebuke special session

President Donald Trump continues to call on Indiana lawmakers to redraw the state's congressional boundaries, even as state senators do not have enough votes to do so

November 18, 2025
Trump doubles down on redistricting in Indiana even as lawmakers rebuke special session
Business|Entertainment|Political|World

Trump attacks ABC reporter after question about killing of Saudi journalist Khashoggi

President Donald Trump denounced ABC News chief White House correspondent Mary Bruce as a “terrible reporter” and threatened the network's license to broadcast after she asked three sharp questions in the Oval Office on Tuesday

November 18, 2025
Trump attacks ABC reporter after question about killing of Saudi journalist Khashoggi
Crime|Political|US|World

Congress acts swiftly to force release of Epstein files, and Trump agrees to sign bill

Both the House and Senate have acted decisively to pass a bill to force the Justice Department to publicly release its files on the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein

November 18, 2025
Congress acts swiftly to force release of Epstein files, and Trump agrees to sign bill
Economy|Education|Political|World

The Education Department is dismantling. Here's what that means

The Education Department is breaking off several of its main offices and giving their responsibilities to other federal agencies, an early look at how President Donald Trump could fulfill his campaign pledge to close the department entirely

November 18, 2025
The Education Department is dismantling. Here's what that means
Crime|Political|US|World

DHS plans to deploy 250 border agents to Louisiana in major immigration sweep, AP sources say

Federal agents are set to conduct a major immigration crackdown called “Swamp Sweep” in New Orleans in the coming weeks

November 18, 2025
DHS plans to deploy 250 border agents to Louisiana in major immigration sweep, AP sources say
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Pope strongly backs US bishops in blasting Trump immigration crackdown, urges humane treatment

Pope Leo XIV has strongly backed U.S. bishops who condemned the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown

November 18, 2025
Pope strongly backs US bishops in blasting Trump immigration crackdown, urges humane treatment
Europe|Political|US|World

Pope Leo says Trump administration 'extremely disrespectful' to migrants

Pope Leo renewed his criticism of U.S.

November 18, 2025
Pope Leo says Trump administration 'extremely disrespectful' to migrants
Crime|Economy|Political|US

Trump approval falls to lowest of his term over prices and Epstein files, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

President Donald Trump's approval rating fell to 38%, the lowest since his return to power, with Americans unhappy about his handling of the high cost

November 18, 2025
Trump approval falls to lowest of his term over prices and Epstein files, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
Africa|Americas|Arts|Asia|Australia|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Finance|Food|Health|Interview|Lifestyle|MidEast|Opinion|Political|Science|Sports|Stock Markets|Technology|Travel|US|Videos|World

Court blocks new Texas congressional map drawn by Republicans

A federal court on Tuesday blocked Texas from using a new congressional map intended to flip several Democratic-held U.S.

November 18, 2025
Court blocks new Texas congressional map drawn by Republicans
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Immigration operations to ramp up in New York City, Trump's border czar says

White House border czar Tom Homan said on Tuesday he plans to ramp up federal immigration enforcement efforts in New York City, a month after U.S.

November 18, 2025
Immigration operations to ramp up in New York City, Trump's border czar says
Arts|Economy|Entertainment|Health|Political

FACT FOCUS: There's no proof each strike on alleged drug boats saves 25,000 lives, as Trump claims

President Donald Trump has repeatedly claimed that strikes on suspected drug boats his administration began carrying out in September in the Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean are saving hundreds of thousands of people in the U.S. from fatal drug overdoses

November 18, 2025
FACT FOCUS: There's no proof each strike on alleged drug boats saves 25,000 lives, as Trump claims
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What are Trump, lawmakers, victims saying about the Jeffrey Epstein files?

U.S.

November 18, 2025
What are Trump, lawmakers, victims saying about the Jeffrey Epstein files?
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Political

Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers steps down from public commitments after Epstein emails

Former U.S. Treasury Secretary and current Harvard professor Larry Summers says he'll step back from public commitments after the release of emails showing he maintained a friendly relationship with Jeffrey Epstein long after the financier pleaded guilty to soliciting prostitution from an underage girl

November 18, 2025
Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers steps down from public commitments after Epstein emails
Americas|Economy|Political|World

Venezuela’s opposition leader publishes ‘freedom manifesto’ from hiding as Maduro opens door to dialogue with Trump

Venezuela’s opposition leader publishes ‘freedom manifesto’ from hiding as Maduro opens door to dialogue with Trump

November 18, 2025
Venezuela’s opposition leader publishes ‘freedom manifesto’ from hiding as Maduro opens door to dialogue with Trump
Election|Political|US|World

Federal judges block Texas from using its new US House map in the 2026 midterms

A panel of three federal judges has blocked Texas from using a new congressional map that Republicans drew in hopes of picking up five U.S. House seats

November 18, 2025
Federal judges block Texas from using its new US House map in the 2026 midterms
Business|Economy|Education|Political|Sports

Big Ten denies Michigan regent's claim of coercion over $2.4 billion investment plan

The Big Ten Conference has denied claims by a University of Michigan regent that Commissioner Tony Petitti threatened the school over a $2.4 billion investment plan

November 18, 2025
Big Ten denies Michigan regent's claim of coercion over $2.4 billion investment plan
Political|US|World

‘Blackmail’: Indiana Senate Republicans say no to redistricting despite Trump’s primary threats

‘Blackmail’: Indiana Senate Republicans say no to redistricting despite Trump’s primary threats

November 18, 2025
‘Blackmail’: Indiana Senate Republicans say no to redistricting despite Trump’s primary threats
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Nicki Minaj’s diplomatic moment, explained

Nicki Minaj’s diplomatic moment, explained

November 18, 2025
Nicki Minaj’s diplomatic moment, explained
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Clay Higgins was the only Republican to vote against the Epstein files release. Here’s what he said

Clay Higgins was the only Republican to vote against the Epstein files release. Here’s what he said

November 18, 2025
Clay Higgins was the only Republican to vote against the Epstein files release. Here’s what he said
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Technology

Detroit Three CEOs, Tesla VP asked to testify at US Senate hearing

The CEOs of the Detroit Three automakers and a senior Tesla executive have been invited to appear at a Jan.

November 18, 2025
Detroit Three CEOs, Tesla VP asked to testify at US Senate hearing
Economy|Finance|Political|World

UK's Reeves to increase spending on benefits in next week's budget, Telegraph reports

Britain's finance minister, Rachel Reeves, is set to boost spending on benefits in her annual budget, which will be announced next week, the Telegraph reported on Tuesday.

November 18, 2025
UK's Reeves to increase spending on benefits in next week's budget, Telegraph reports
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Polish PM says two responsible for railway blast worked for Russian intelligence

Poland has identified two people responsible for an explosion on a railway route to Ukraine, Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on

November 18, 2025
Polish PM says two responsible for railway blast worked for Russian intelligence
Arts|Education|Environment|Political

Slavery’s brutal reality shocked Northerners before the Civil War − and is being whitewashed today by the White House

Abolitionists used hard facts to counter pro-slavery propaganda, forcing indifferent Americans to face ugly realities.

November 17, 2025
Slavery’s brutal reality shocked Northerners before the Civil War − and is being whitewashed today by the White House
Business|Entertainment|Political|US|World

Trump calls for ABC broadcast licenses to be revoked after reporter's question

U.S.

November 18, 2025
Trump calls for ABC broadcast licenses to be revoked after reporter's question
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Trump claims slain journalist Khashoggi was ‘extremely controversial,’ defends Saudi crown prince

Trump claims slain journalist Khashoggi was ‘extremely controversial,’ defends Saudi crown prince

November 18, 2025
Trump claims slain journalist Khashoggi was ‘extremely controversial,’ defends Saudi crown prince
Economy|Education|Political|US

Trump administration takes major step toward dismantling the Education Department

The U.S. Education Department is handing off some of its biggest grant programs to other federal agencies as the Trump administration accelerates its plan to shut down the department

November 18, 2025
Trump administration takes major step toward dismantling the Education Department
Crime|Political|US|World

US House begins vote on bill requiring release of additional Epstein files

The U.S.

November 18, 2025
US House begins vote on bill requiring release of additional Epstein files
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy plans Turkey visit to try to revive peace talks

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said he planned to go to Turkey on Wednesday in an attempt to revive talks with Russia on how to end the war in Ukraine.

November 18, 2025
Ukraine's Zelenskiy plans Turkey visit to try to revive peace talks
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

US airline group urges Congress to pay controllers during future shutdowns

The head of a trade group representing major U.S. airlines will call on Wednesday for permanently ending aviation disruptions during government shutdowns by

November 18, 2025
US airline group urges Congress to pay controllers during future shutdowns
Political|US|World

Federal appeals court rejects Trump’s ‘meritless’ case against CNN

Federal appeals court rejects Trump’s ‘meritless’ case against CNN

November 18, 2025
Federal appeals court rejects Trump’s ‘meritless’ case against CNN
Crime|Health|Political

What would have been the most restrictive abortion bill in the US stalls in South Carolina

A South Carolina bill that could sentence women who get abortions to decades in prison has stalled in South Carolina

November 18, 2025
What would have been the most restrictive abortion bill in the US stalls in South Carolina
Arts|Europe|Political|Travel|World

Zelenskyy visits Picasso's 'Guernica' painting after drawing parallel to Ukraine's bombing

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited Spain and stopped to see Pablo Picasso's “Guernica” in Madrid

November 18, 2025
Zelenskyy visits Picasso's 'Guernica' painting after drawing parallel to Ukraine's bombing
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Poland annuls passport of ex-justice minister wanted by prosecutors

Poland has annulled the diplomatic passport of an ex-justice minister accused of abuse of power, the foreign minister said on Tuesday, as Warsaw tries to enforce a warrant for his

November 18, 2025
Poland annuls passport of ex-justice minister wanted by prosecutors
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump says he has 'nothing to do with the family business'

U.S.

November 18, 2025
Trump says he has 'nothing to do with the family business'
Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World

France's Macron: we believe in FCAS programme, we have an obligation to succeed

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Tuesday he believed in the project of a future Franco-German fighter jet FCAS.

November 18, 2025
France's Macron: we believe in FCAS programme, we have an obligation to succeed
Political|World

Turkey's Erdogan to hold talks only with Ukraine's Zelenskiy, Turkish source says

Turkey's President Tayyip Erdogan will hold talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy in Ankara on Wednesday, a Turkish foreign ministry source said on Tuesday.

November 18, 2025
Turkey's Erdogan to hold talks only with Ukraine's Zelenskiy, Turkish source says
Europe|Political|Travel|World

Zelenskyy will visit Turkey in a new bid to jump-start talks to end Russia's invasion

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy plans to visit Turkey this week to revive talks on ending Russia's invasion, which began nearly four years ago

November 18, 2025
Zelenskyy will visit Turkey in a new bid to jump-start talks to end Russia's invasion
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Trump says his administration has started interviews for next Fed chair

U.S.

November 18, 2025
Trump says his administration has started interviews for next Fed chair
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says Ukraine will try to restart diplomatic process to end war

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Tuesday that Ukraine will try to "reactivate" the diplomatic process to end his country's war with

November 18, 2025
Zelenskiy says Ukraine will try to restart diplomatic process to end war
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Judge tosses DOJ lawsuit challenging a New York law barring immigration agents from state courts

A judge has dismissed a Trump administration lawsuit challenging New York's policies that block immigration officials from making arrests at state courthouses

November 18, 2025
Judge tosses DOJ lawsuit challenging a New York law barring immigration agents from state courts
Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World

'Very painful': Jamal Khashoggi's widow on Saudi crown prince visiting the US

CNN's Jim Sciutto speaks with Hanan Elatr Khashoggi, the widow of murdered journalist Jamal Khashoggi, about President Donald Trump welcoming Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud for his first visit to the US since her husband's killing. A CIA assessment released afterward found the prince had likely ordered the assassination, though he has long denied any involvement.

November 16, 2025
'Very painful': Jamal Khashoggi's widow on Saudi crown prince visiting the US
Crime|Political|US

Ex-aide to NYC Mayor Eric Adams avoids prison time as federal judge addresses 'elephant in the room'

A former aide to New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been sentenced to three years’ probation, including a year of home confinement, for soliciting illegal campaign contributions for Adams’ first campaign

November 18, 2025
Ex-aide to NYC Mayor Eric Adams avoids prison time as federal judge addresses 'elephant in the room'
Business|Political|Technology|World

Court settlement calls for NPR to get $36M in government funds to operate US public radio system

National Public Radio will receive approximately $36 million in government funding to operate the nation’s public radio interconnection system under the terms of a court settlement

November 18, 2025
Court settlement calls for NPR to get $36M in government funds to operate US public radio system
Crime|Education|Political|World

Nigeria steps up search for 25 abducted schoolgirls in northwestern Kebbi region

Nigerian security forces on Tuesday intensified a search for 25 girls abducted by gunmen from a boarding school in northwestern Kebbi, the latest school

November 18, 2025
Nigeria steps up search for 25 abducted schoolgirls in northwestern Kebbi region
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine hits targets in Russia with US-supplied ATACMS missiles, military says

Ukraine's military said on Tuesday it had attacked military targets in Russia with U.S.-supplied ATACMS missiles, calling it a "significant development."

November 18, 2025
Ukraine hits targets in Russia with US-supplied ATACMS missiles, military says
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

UN estimates over 2,000 Sudanese pregnant women have fled el-Fasher to escape conflict

Nadra Mohamed Ahmed fled her hometown in Sudan's el-Fasher amid conflict while seven months pregnant

November 18, 2025
UN estimates over 2,000 Sudanese pregnant women have fled el-Fasher to escape conflict
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Poland blames Russia after rail track used to transport aid to Ukraine is destroyed by ‘act of sabotage’

Poland blames Russia after rail track used to transport aid to Ukraine is destroyed by ‘act of sabotage’

November 17, 2025
Poland blames Russia after rail track used to transport aid to Ukraine is destroyed by ‘act of sabotage’
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Kremlin accuses Poland of 'Russophobia' after Warsaw blames railway sabotage on Russia

The Kremlin accused Poland on Tuesday of succumbing to Russophobia after Warsaw blamed an explosion on a railway route to Ukraine on two Ukrainian citizens whom it said were

November 18, 2025
Kremlin accuses Poland of 'Russophobia' after Warsaw blames railway sabotage on Russia
Political|Sports|World

Soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo to visit White House, coinciding with Saudi prince’s visit

Soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo to visit White House, coinciding with Saudi prince’s visit

November 18, 2025
Soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo to visit White House, coinciding with Saudi prince’s visit
Africa|Political|World

Saudi prince to press Trump to intervene to end Sudan war, sources say

Saudi Arabia's defacto ruler Mohammed bin Salman is set to press U.S.

November 18, 2025
Saudi prince to press Trump to intervene to end Sudan war, sources say
Business|Economy|Political|World

US, Saudi deals expected on defense, nuclear energy, AI - senior US administration official

The United States and Saudi Arabia were expected to announce deals on Tuesday that include defense sales, cooperation on civil nuclear energy and a multibillion dollar investment

November 18, 2025
US, Saudi deals expected on defense, nuclear energy, AI - senior US administration official
Africa|Political|World

UK foreign minister plans sanctions relating to human rights abuses in Sudan

Britain's foreign minister Yvette Cooper plans to introduce sanctions relating to human rights violations and abuses in war-torn Sudan, she said on Tuesday, stressing the need for

November 18, 2025
UK foreign minister plans sanctions relating to human rights abuses in Sudan
Asia|Crime|Europe|Political|World

MI5 spy service warns UK lawmakers Chinese spies posing as headhunters

Britain's MI5 security service issued a new warning to lawmakers on Tuesday about attempts by Chinese agents to collect

November 18, 2025
MI5 spy service warns UK lawmakers Chinese spies posing as headhunters
Business|Economy|Europe|Political

Ireland's Donohoe resigns as finance minister and Eurogroup chief to join World Bank

Paschal Donohoe resigned as Irish finance minister and Eurogroup president on Tuesday to take up a senior World Bank role, a surprise decision that

November 18, 2025
Ireland's Donohoe resigns as finance minister and Eurogroup chief to join World Bank
Political|World

Trump's comments about Fuentes and Carlson could prolong a Republican rift over antisemitism

President Donald Trump is facing criticism for not condemning antisemitism within the conservative movement

November 18, 2025
Trump's comments about Fuentes and Carlson could prolong a Republican rift over antisemitism
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

At least one Israeli killed and three injured after attack at West Bank junction

At least one Israeli killed and three injured after attack at West Bank junction

November 18, 2025
At least one Israeli killed and three injured after attack at West Bank junction
Africa|Economy|Health|Political|Science|World

Eswatini is the first African country to get twice-yearly HIV prevention shot

Eswatini has become the first African country to receive lenacapavir, a twice-yearly HIV prevention injection that global health officials call a game-changer

November 18, 2025
Eswatini is the first African country to get twice-yearly HIV prevention shot
Business|Economy|Political|World

Russian lawmakers approve tax hike bill to boost economy as the war with Ukraine nears 4 years

Russian lawmakers have endorsed new tax hikes as Moscow tries to boost its economy during its almost four-year war with Ukraine

November 18, 2025
Russian lawmakers approve tax hike bill to boost economy as the war with Ukraine nears 4 years
Africa|Economy|Political|World

Africa expert panel proposes a new G20 debt refinancing initiative

The Group of 20 major economies should team up with the International Monetary Fund and others to launch a new debt refinancing plan for low-

November 18, 2025
Africa expert panel proposes a new G20 debt refinancing initiative
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

COP30 presidency draws up early draft of deal text

Brazil's COP30 presidency has drawn up a draft of a possible deal.

November 18, 2025
COP30 presidency draws up early draft of deal text
Europe|Political|World

Italy's defence minister wants new 5,000-strong unit against hybrid warfare

Italy urgently needs a new civilian and military unit employing 5,000 people to combat hybrid warfare threats, Defence Minister Guido Crosetto said in a strategic report published on

November 18, 2025
Italy's defence minister wants new 5,000-strong unit against hybrid warfare
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Net immigration to Britain revised down as more Britons emigrate

Net immigration to Britain peaked in 2023 at a higher level than previously thought, and a far greater number of Britons left the country in subsequent years, revised official data

November 18, 2025
Net immigration to Britain revised down as more Britons emigrate
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Poland says 2 Ukrainians working for Russia are suspected in railway track blast

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk says two Ukrainian citizens working for Russia are suspected of blowing up a railway line in Poland

November 18, 2025
Poland says 2 Ukrainians working for Russia are suspected in railway track blast
Europe|Political|World

Germany's Wadephul says EU-candidate Serbia must align with the bloc's Russia policy

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul urged Serbia on Monday to align its foreign and security policies towards Russia with those of the European Union if it wants to join the

November 18, 2025
Germany's Wadephul says EU-candidate Serbia must align with the bloc's Russia policy
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Trump's empty chair at G20 summit is opportunity for South African hosts

An empty chair for Donald Trump at the G20 summit offers an opportunity for South African hosts, determined to set an agenda for global leaders in the face of the

November 18, 2025
Trump's empty chair at G20 summit is opportunity for South African hosts
Crime|Political|World

DOJ subpoenas unlikely to yield new info on Russia probe pushed by Trump, sources say

By Andrew Goudsward and Sarah N.

November 18, 2025
DOJ subpoenas unlikely to yield new info on Russia probe pushed by Trump, sources say
Economy|Europe|Political|World

'Five minutes away from one-party dictatorship': Georgia's U-turn from Western path

Just over a year ago, a diverse array of opposition coalitions jockeyed for votes in Georgia’s parliament, with four of them winning seats.

November 18, 2025
'Five minutes away from one-party dictatorship': Georgia's U-turn from Western path
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

After UN vote, Netanyahu calls for Hamas' expulsion from the region

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday called for Hamas to be expelled from the region, a day after the U.N.

November 18, 2025
After UN vote, Netanyahu calls for Hamas' expulsion from the region
Business|Economy|Health|Political|Science

UnitedHealth names former US FDA chief Scott Gottlieb to its board

UnitedHealth Group said on Tuesday it had named former U.S. Food and Drug Administration commissioner Scott Gottlieb to its board, effective immediately.

November 18, 2025
UnitedHealth names former US FDA chief Scott Gottlieb to its board
Crime|Political|World

Syria opens first trial over coastal violence after Assad's fall

Syria on Tuesday began the first trial of suspects in a wave of bloodshed in March during which pro-government fighters killed hundreds of members

November 18, 2025
Syria opens first trial over coastal violence after Assad's fall
MidEast|Political|World

Trump’s plan for Gaza endorsed by UN Security Council

Trump’s plan for Gaza endorsed by UN Security Council

November 17, 2025
Trump’s plan for Gaza endorsed by UN Security Council
Africa|Crime|Economy|Education|Political|World

Guinea-Bissau President Embalo's promised stability undermined after army takeover

Guinea-Bissau President Umaro Sissoco Embalo struck a confident note as he kicked off his re-election bid in early November, claiming that "stability has been

November 18, 2025
Guinea-Bissau President Embalo's promised stability undermined after army takeover
Business|Environment|Political|World

Gaza water provider suspends services after Hamas detains staff member

A Gaza company that operates water desalination plants serving nearly half of the enclave's population has stopped operations to protest at the detention by Hamas of one of its staff.

November 18, 2025
Gaza water provider suspends services after Hamas detains staff member
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says Russia will not participate in Ukraine talks in Turkey this week

Russian representatives will not take part in talks on Ukraine in Turkey on November 19, the Kremlin said on Tuesday.

November 18, 2025
Kremlin says Russia will not participate in Ukraine talks in Turkey this week
Business|Economy|Health|Political

Republicans are racing to find a plan for enhanced ACA subsidies. Here’s what they’re considering

Republicans are racing to find a plan for enhanced ACA subsidies. Here’s what they’re considering

November 18, 2025
Republicans are racing to find a plan for enhanced ACA subsidies. Here’s what they’re considering
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Sarajevo siege survivors hope for justice as Italy probes alleged 'sniper tourism'

The launch of an investigation in Italy into allegations that foreigners paid to shoot at civilians during the siege of Sarajevo three decades ago has raised survivors' hopes that

November 18, 2025
Sarajevo siege survivors hope for justice as Italy probes alleged 'sniper tourism'
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian intelligence likely behind railway sabotage, Poland says

Everything points to Russian intelligence services commissioning sabotage on Polish railways that damaged a track on a route to Ukraine over the weekend, a spokesperson for Poland's

November 18, 2025
Russian intelligence likely behind railway sabotage, Poland says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

As data flow revives, Fed still faces a deep policy divide

A divided U.S.

November 18, 2025
As data flow revives, Fed still faces a deep policy divide
Arts|Asia|Business|Political|World

Japan warns citizens in China about safety as diplomatic crisis deepens

Japan has warned its citizens in China to step up safety precautions and avoid crowded places, amid a deepening dispute between Asia's two largest

November 18, 2025
Japan warns citizens in China about safety as diplomatic crisis deepens
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Italy has a femicide problem. Critics say Prime Minister Georgia Meloni should do more to fix it

Italy has a femicide problem. Critics say Prime Minister Georgia Meloni should do more to fix it

November 18, 2025
Italy has a femicide problem. Critics say Prime Minister Georgia Meloni should do more to fix it
Crime|Election|Political|World

Chile's most polarized presidential race in decades boosts the right and divides immigrants

Chileans face perhaps the starkest choice in the history of their country’s young democracy when they vote next month in a presidential runoff between hard-right José Antonio Kast and communist Jeannette Jara

November 18, 2025
Chile's most polarized presidential race in decades boosts the right and divides immigrants
Political|World

Palestinian foreign minister says UN vote is 'first step towards peace'

Palestinian Foreign Minister Varsen Aghabekian Shahin said on Tuesday the U.N. Security Council's adoption of a resolution endorsing U.S.

November 18, 2025
Palestinian foreign minister says UN vote is 'first step towards peace'
Crime|Political|US|World

Tennessee state judge blocks National Guard deployment to Memphis

A Tennessee state court judge temporarily blocked on Monday Republican Governor Bill Lee's

November 18, 2025
Tennessee state judge blocks National Guard deployment to Memphis
Political|World

Indonesia welcomes UN Security Council's adoption of Trump's Gaza plan, ministry says

Indonesia welcomes the UN Security Council's adoption of a U.S.-drafted resolution endorsing President Donald Trump's plan to end the war in Gaza and establish an international

November 18, 2025
Indonesia welcomes UN Security Council's adoption of Trump's Gaza plan, ministry says
Business|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian drones damage Suspilne newsroom building in Ukraine's Dnipro, broadcaster says

Russian drones damaged a building housing the Dnipro newsroom of public broadcaster Suspilne and Ukrainian Radio Dnipro in a major overnight attack on the city, Suspilne

November 18, 2025
Russian drones damage Suspilne newsroom building in Ukraine's Dnipro, broadcaster says
Africa|Crime|Political|World

South Sudan's Kiir re-appoints former VP after sacking ally

South Sudan's President Salva Kiir has re-appointed his former vice president James Wani Igga to the same position, the state broadcaster said, after dismissing a powerful ally who had

November 18, 2025
South Sudan's Kiir re-appoints former VP after sacking ally
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Japan ruling-party panel proposes $161 billion extra budget to fund stimulus

A Japan ruling-party panel consisting of lawmakers close to Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi proposed on Tuesday compiling a supplementary budget exceeding 25 trillion yen ($161 billion)

November 18, 2025
Japan ruling-party panel proposes $161 billion extra budget to fund stimulus
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Japan's toolkit to combat unwelcome yen declines

Japanese authorities are facing renewed pressure to combat a decline in the yen, driven in part by market bets that dovish new premier Sanae Takaichi will pile

November 18, 2025
Japan's toolkit to combat unwelcome yen declines
Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World

Taiwan rolls out handbook on how to prepare for natural disasters – and a Chinese invasion

Taiwan rolls out handbook on how to prepare for natural disasters – and a Chinese invasion

November 18, 2025
Taiwan rolls out handbook on how to prepare for natural disasters – and a Chinese invasion
Crime|Political|US|World

After Trump reversal, US House pushes forward on Epstein vote

The

November 17, 2025
After Trump reversal, US House pushes forward on Epstein vote
Asia|Economy|Political|World

China hints at Xi meeting with Japan's new premier Takaichi

(Corrects story on October 28 to say the Yasukuni shrine honours some soldiers convicted of war crimes by an international tribunal, not soldiers accused of war crimes, in the penultimate paragraph)

October 28, 2025
China hints at Xi meeting with Japan's new premier Takaichi
Crime|Political|US|World

US Border Patrol arrests over 130 in first 48 hours of Charlotte immigration operation

Over 130 people suspected of being in the U.S. illegally have been detained in Charlotte, North Carolina, authorities said on Monday, as President Donald Trump's nationwide

November 17, 2025
US Border Patrol arrests over 130 in first 48 hours of Charlotte immigration operation
Crime|Political|World

Federal immigration agents will expand enforcement action in North Carolina to Raleigh, mayor says

Federal immigration authorities will expand their enforcement action in North Carolina to Raleigh as soon as Tuesday

November 17, 2025
Federal immigration agents will expand enforcement action in North Carolina to Raleigh, mayor says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Trump talks up economy in meeting with McDonald's owners, operators

Feeling the heat from Americans worried about inflation, U.S.

November 17, 2025
Trump talks up economy in meeting with McDonald's owners, operators
Crime|Political|World

Tennessee judge blocks Trump's use of National Guard in Memphis but gives time for government appeal

A Tennessee judge has blocked the use of the National Guard in Memphis under a crime-fighting operation by President Donald Trump

November 18, 2025
Tennessee judge blocks Trump's use of National Guard in Memphis but gives time for government appeal
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Poland blames sabotage for railway blast on Ukraine delivery line

Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk says an explosion on a railway line linking Warsaw to southeastern Poland was an "act of unprecedented sabotage."

November 17, 2025
Poland blames sabotage for railway blast on Ukraine delivery line
Business|Crime|Education|Political|World

Larry Summers says he's stepping back from public commitments after Epstein emails

Former U.S.

November 18, 2025
Larry Summers says he's stepping back from public commitments after Epstein emails
Arts|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|World

Gary Walters worked in the White House for 37 years. Here's what the chief usher saw

Gary Walters saw a lot of history in a 37-year career at the White House

November 18, 2025
Gary Walters worked in the White House for 37 years. Here's what the chief usher saw
Political|World

UN approves the Trump administration's plan for the future of Gaza

The Trump administration’s blueprint to secure and govern Gaza has won strong approval at the United Nations

November 17, 2025
UN approves the Trump administration's plan for the future of Gaza
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Political

Larry Summers says he is ‘deeply ashamed’ after new Jeffrey Epstein emails and will pause public engagements

Larry Summers says he is ‘deeply ashamed’ after new Jeffrey Epstein emails and will pause public engagements

November 17, 2025
Larry Summers says he is ‘deeply ashamed’ after new Jeffrey Epstein emails and will pause public engagements
MidEast|Political|US|World

UN Security Council adopts US resolution on Trump's Gaza plan

The UN Security Council on Monday voted to adopt a U.S.-drafted resolution endorsing President Donald Trump's plan to end the war in Gaza and authorizing an

November 17, 2025
UN Security Council adopts US resolution on Trump's Gaza plan
Crime|Economy|Political|World

Trump, floating talks with Maduro, declines to rule out troops in Venezuela

President Donald Trump said on Monday he has not ruled out putting American forces on the ground in Venezuela, while expressing

November 18, 2025
Trump, floating talks with Maduro, declines to rule out troops in Venezuela
Crime|Economy|Political|World

The prospect of an embarrassing defeat convinced Trump to reverse course on Epstein files

The prospect of an embarrassing defeat convinced Trump to reverse course on Epstein files

November 18, 2025
The prospect of an embarrassing defeat convinced Trump to reverse course on Epstein files
Political

Trump pulling out all the stops to welcome Saudi crown prince for first White House visit since Khashoggi killing

Trump pulling out all the stops to welcome Saudi crown prince for first White House visit since Khashoggi killing

November 16, 2025
Trump pulling out all the stops to welcome Saudi crown prince for first White House visit since Khashoggi killing
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Is the US targeting a Venezuelan cartel that may not technically exist?

Is the US targeting a Venezuelan cartel that may not technically exist?

November 18, 2025
Is the US targeting a Venezuelan cartel that may not technically exist?
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump hints at diplomatic window with Maduro but muses about hitting drug facilities in other countries

Trump hints at diplomatic window with Maduro but muses about hitting drug facilities in other countries

November 17, 2025
Trump hints at diplomatic window with Maduro but muses about hitting drug facilities in other countries
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump leaves military action against Venezuela on the table but floats possible talks

President Donald Trump isn't ruling out military action against Venezuela despite bringing up potential diplomatic talks with its leader, Nicolás Maduro

November 17, 2025
Trump leaves military action against Venezuela on the table but floats possible talks
Crime|Health|Political|US|World

Trump administration sues to stop California’s law enforcement mask ban

Trump administration sues to stop California’s law enforcement mask ban

November 18, 2025
Trump administration sues to stop California’s law enforcement mask ban
Economy|Political|World

Epstein files and affordability concerns threaten to knock Trump's 2nd presidency off course

President Donald Trump's political dominance is showing cracks as he faces challenges on affordability and the Jeffrey Epstein case

November 17, 2025
Epstein files and affordability concerns threaten to knock Trump's 2nd presidency off course
Economy|Political|World

Carney's Liberals win budget vote and avoid election in Canada

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney won a vote on his budget in Parliament that could have triggered a possible election

November 17, 2025
Carney's Liberals win budget vote and avoid election in Canada
Asia|Business|Political|World

North Korea says US-South Korea deal to set off 'nuclear domino' effect

North Korea on Tuesday said South Korea's plan to build nuclear-powered submarines with U.S. approval would trigger a "nuclear domino" effect.

November 17, 2025
North Korea says US-South Korea deal to set off 'nuclear domino' effect
Crime|Political|World

US Justice Department challenges California mask ban for federal officers

The U.S. Department of Justice on Monday filed a lawsuit challenging California's ban on federal law enforcement officers wearing masks while on duty.

November 17, 2025
US Justice Department challenges California mask ban for federal officers
Arts|Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|MidEast|Political|Science|Technology|World

US-Saudi event to include CEOs from Chevron, Qualcomm, Pfizer, source says

The U.S.-Saudi Arabia investment forum to take place in Washington during the visit of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman this week is expected to include

November 17, 2025
US-Saudi event to include CEOs from Chevron, Qualcomm, Pfizer, source says
Crime|Political|World

Border Patrol official says dozens arrested in North Carolina immigration enforcement surge

A top Border Patrol commander is touting dozens of arrests in North Carolina’s largest city on Sunday as Charlotte residents report encounters with federal immigration agents near churches and apartment complexes

November 16, 2025
Border Patrol official says dozens arrested in North Carolina immigration enforcement surge
Crime|Political|US|World

Judge says James Comey indictment may be tainted by ‘profound investigative missteps’

Judge says James Comey indictment may be tainted by ‘profound investigative missteps’

November 17, 2025
Judge says James Comey indictment may be tainted by ‘profound investigative missteps’
Crime|Health|Political|World

At least 98 Palestinians died in Israeli prisons in two years, Israeli human rights group finds

At least 98 Palestinians died in Israeli prisons in two years, Israeli human rights group finds

November 17, 2025
At least 98 Palestinians died in Israeli prisons in two years, Israeli human rights group finds
Crime|Political|US|World

Hundreds of National Guard troops deployed to Portland and Chicago are being sent home

Hundreds of National Guard troops deployed to Chicago and Portland, Oregon, are being sent home, and those who will remain will not be on the streets

November 17, 2025
Hundreds of National Guard troops deployed to Portland and Chicago are being sent home
Crime|Political|US

Letitia James says charges against her stem from ‘illegal and unethical behavior’ by Trump administration

Letitia James says charges against her stem from ‘illegal and unethical behavior’ by Trump administration

November 17, 2025
Letitia James says charges against her stem from ‘illegal and unethical behavior’ by Trump administration
Health|Political|Travel|World

Gazans say they paid $2,000 per seat for flight to South Africa

Gazans said they paid $2,000 per seat to fly their families to

November 17, 2025
Gazans say they paid $2,000 per seat for flight to South Africa
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

US outlines new approach for proxy disputes, seen as blow to shareholder activists

The top U.S. financial regulator on Monday changed the grounds on which companies may seek permission to skip votes on shareholder resolutions, a move seen as making it more

November 17, 2025
US outlines new approach for proxy disputes, seen as blow to shareholder activists
Crime|Political|World

Judge finds 'profound' missteps in US probe of FBI ex-chief James Comey

A U.S. judge found on Monday there is evidence of misconduct in how a federal prosecutor closely aligned with President Donald Trump secured criminal charges

November 17, 2025
Judge finds 'profound' missteps in US probe of FBI ex-chief James Comey
MidEast|Political|World

Hamas rejects UN Gaza resolution, says international force would become party to conflict

Hamas rejected the United Nations Security Council passing a U.S.-drafted resolution endorsing U.S.

November 17, 2025
Hamas rejects UN Gaza resolution, says international force would become party to conflict
Crime|Political|US|World

Fannie Mae officials saw no evidence of mortgage fraud against Letitia James, filing shows

By Sarah N.

November 17, 2025
Fannie Mae officials saw no evidence of mortgage fraud against Letitia James, filing shows
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump would back Russia sanctions bill if he retains final authority, White House official says

President Donald Trump is willing to sign legislation to impose sanctions on Russia as long as he retains ultimate decision-

November 17, 2025
Trump would back Russia sanctions bill if he retains final authority, White House official says
Business|Political|Technology|World

Trump says he will sell F-35s to Saudi Arabia on eve of crown prince's Washington visit

President Donald Trump says he will sell F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia despite some concern within the administration that it could lead to China gaining access to the U.S. technology behind the advanced weapon system

November 17, 2025
Trump says he will sell F-35s to Saudi Arabia on eve of crown prince's Washington visit
Political|Technology|World

Trump says 'we'll be selling' F-35s to Saudi Arabia

President Donald Trump said on Monday he plans to approve the sale of U.S.-made F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, speaking a day before he hosts Saudi Crown

November 17, 2025
Trump says 'we'll be selling' F-35s to Saudi Arabia
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Science

EPA moves to limit scope of clean water law to reduce amount of wetlands it covers

The Environmental Protection Agency says it is redefining the scope of the nation’s bedrock clean water law to limit the amount of wetlands it covers

November 17, 2025
EPA moves to limit scope of clean water law to reduce amount of wetlands it covers
Crime|Election|Political|US|World

What’s next for the Epstein files after Trump’s social media posts

President Donald Trump says he would sign a bill to force the Justice Department to release the case files it has collected on the late financier Jeffrey Epstein

November 17, 2025
What’s next for the Epstein files after Trump’s social media posts
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Mexico hands over some flight slots at capital airport from Mexican airlines to US carriers

By Kylie Madry MEXICO CITY -Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Monday that Mexican airlines had agreed to hand over some flight slots at the nation's busy capital airport to U.S. carriers,

November 17, 2025
Mexico hands over some flight slots at capital airport from Mexican airlines to US carriers
Crime|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Ex-leader of Spain's Valencia region grilled in parliament over deadly floods

The outgoing leader of Spain's Valencia region, Carlos Mazon, told parliament on Monday the authorities did not know that people were drowning when he was questioned for

November 17, 2025
Ex-leader of Spain's Valencia region grilled in parliament over deadly floods
Arts|Business|Economy|Political|World

BBC 'determined to fight' Trump defamation claim

The BBC is determined to fight any legal action filed by U.S.

November 17, 2025
BBC 'determined to fight' Trump defamation claim
Political|US|World

Supreme Court to review US government power to limit asylum processing

The U.S.

November 17, 2025
Supreme Court to review US government power to limit asylum processing
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Benefits of any US support hard to gauge for Hungary's rating, Fitch says

The benefit to Hungary's credit rating of any potential U.S. financial backstop package remains difficult to factor in, Fitch has said, and

November 17, 2025
Benefits of any US support hard to gauge for Hungary's rating, Fitch says
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Serbian mother ends hunger strike, wants to live to join protests

A Serbian mother on Monday ended her hunger strike over the death of her son in a roof collapse, saying she wanted to stay alive to join other anti-government protesters who were

November 17, 2025
Serbian mother ends hunger strike, wants to live to join protests
Economy|Finance|Political|World

IMF sees signs of recovery in Syria, plans intensive engagement

The International Monetary Fund said on Monday it planned an "intensive program of engagement" with Syria to help it rebuild its economy, but a statement issued

November 17, 2025
IMF sees signs of recovery in Syria, plans intensive engagement
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political|World

US and European aid cuts could result in 22.6 million deaths worldwide, study finds

Abrupt cuts to development aid by major donor countries could cause up to 22.6 million additional deaths in developing countries by 2030, including 5.4 million

November 17, 2025
US and European aid cuts could result in 22.6 million deaths worldwide, study finds
Crime|Europe|Political|World

How does Britain plan to overhaul its asylum system?

Britain set out plans on Monday to toughen its asylum system, with measures such as making refugee status temporary and reinterpreting human rights laws to make it easier to deport

November 17, 2025
How does Britain plan to overhaul its asylum system?
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

US imposes visa restrictions on Nicaragua over immigration

The United States is imposing visa restrictions on people in Nicaragua who have enabled illegal immigration to the country, the State Department said on Monday, including the

November 17, 2025
US imposes visa restrictions on Nicaragua over immigration
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Czechs, Slovaks mark Velvet Revolution with protests in defence of democratic values

Thousands of Czechs and Slovaks on Monday celebrated the anniversary of the 1989 Velvet Revolution, which ended decades of communist rule in the former Czechoslovakia,

November 17, 2025
Czechs, Slovaks mark Velvet Revolution with protests in defence of democratic values
Economy|Political|Sports|World

US will make it easier for World Cup fans to get visa appointments

The United States will expedite visas for foreign visitors with tickets to FIFA World Cup matches taking place next year in 11 U.S. cities, President Donald Trump said on Monday.

November 17, 2025
US will make it easier for World Cup fans to get visa appointments
Political|World

FEMA acting chief David Richardson departs after six months on the job

The acting chief of the Federal Emergency Management Agency has left his post just six months in, officials say, marking another disruption in a year of staff departures and policy changes

November 17, 2025
FEMA acting chief David Richardson departs after six months on the job
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Acting head of FEMA leaves after short and troubled tenure

David Richardson, the acting head of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, is stepping down, according to the Department of Homeland Security, ending a

November 17, 2025
Acting head of FEMA leaves after short and troubled tenure
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Canada's Carney survives crucial vote on his first budget

The Canadian Parliament on Monday narrowly voted in favor of Prime Minister Mark Carney's first budget, staving off the threat of a second election in less than a year.

November 17, 2025
Canada's Carney survives crucial vote on his first budget
Crime|Economy|Political|World

Who is Jose Antonio Kast, the far-right front-runner for Chile's presidency?

After falling short in two previous presidential runs, Chilean candidate Jose Antonio Kast is now favored by analysts to win the country's

November 17, 2025
Who is Jose Antonio Kast, the far-right front-runner for Chile's presidency?
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Netanyahu vows crackdown on Israeli violence after attacks on Palestinian villages

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Monday he will urgently convene cabinet ministers to ensure Israelis behind the latest attacks against

November 17, 2025
Netanyahu vows crackdown on Israeli violence after attacks on Palestinian villages
Crime|Education|Europe|Political|World

Greeks march to mark anniversary of 1973 student revolt against junta

Thousands of Greeks marched through Athens on Monday to mark the anniversary of a violently quashed student uprising in 1973 that helped topple the military junta that then ruled the

November 17, 2025
Greeks march to mark anniversary of 1973 student revolt against junta
Business|Election|Finance|Political|World

Iraqi PM-led coalition tops Iraq election with 46 seats, commission says

Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani's political bloc won the most seats in Iraq's election, final election results showed on Monday, but a new government could

November 17, 2025
Iraqi PM-led coalition tops Iraq election with 46 seats, commission says
Business|Political|US|World

US FTC commissioner Holyoak appointed interim US attorney in Utah

U.S. FTC commissioner Melissa Holyoak has been appointed interim U.S. attorney for the District of Utah, the Federal Trade Commission said on Monday.

November 17, 2025
US FTC commissioner Holyoak appointed interim US attorney in Utah
Business|Political|Sports|Travel|World

President Donald Trump unveils 'FIFA Pass' to help World Cup travelers get their visas faster

President Donald Trump is announcing “FIFA Pass,” which will allow foreigners with World Cup tickets to get expedited visa appointments

November 17, 2025
President Donald Trump unveils 'FIFA Pass' to help World Cup travelers get their visas faster
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

How the war over US congressional redistricting is playing out, state by state

U.S.

August 08, 2025
How the war over US congressional redistricting is playing out, state by state
Crime|Political|US

Analysis: What's next for the Marjorie Taylor Greene-Trump alliance?

A breakup between Donald Trump and his long-time ally Marjorie Taylor Greene was worsened by her decision to sign to push in the House to release investigative files about convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Trump has furiously resisted the move, until Sunday evening when he encouraged House Republicans to vote to release the files.

November 16, 2025
Analysis: What's next for the Marjorie Taylor Greene-Trump alliance?
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Lawyer for Fed's Cook offers up detailed defense in mortgage fraud case

By Sarah N.

November 17, 2025
Lawyer for Fed's Cook offers up detailed defense in mortgage fraud case
Business|Economy|Political|World

Saudi crown prince to visit US with defence, AI, nuclear on agenda

A visit by Saudi Arabia's de facto ruler to the White House for talks on Tuesday with U.S.

November 17, 2025
Saudi crown prince to visit US with defence, AI, nuclear on agenda
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli settlers torch Palestinian vehicles and homes in West Bank village

Israeli settlers torch Palestinian vehicles and homes in West Bank village

November 17, 2025
Israeli settlers torch Palestinian vehicles and homes in West Bank village
Crime|Political|US

Judge scolds Justice Department for 'profound investigative missteps' in Comey case

A federal judge says the Justice Department engaged in a “disturbing pattern of profound investigative missteps” when it secured an indictment against former FBI Director James Comey

November 17, 2025
Judge scolds Justice Department for 'profound investigative missteps' in Comey case
Arts|Crime|Opinion|Political|US

Granddaughter of 'Charlotte's Web' author upset with use of its title in immigration crackdown

The Trump administration has a name for its immigration sweep in North Carolina’s largest city

November 17, 2025
Granddaughter of 'Charlotte's Web' author upset with use of its title in immigration crackdown
Crime|Finance|Political|World

Israeli settlers torch West Bank village as Israel begins a busy diplomatic week

Israeli settlers have rampaged through a Palestinian village in the occupied West Bank, torching homes and cars in the latest in a string of settler attacks in recent weeks

November 17, 2025
Israeli settlers torch West Bank village as Israel begins a busy diplomatic week
Economy|Political|US

NYC Mayor-elect hopes to meet with Trump to discuss affordability

New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani says he hopes to meet with President Donald Trump to find ways the political polar opposites can work together on the central focus of his winning campaign: affordability

November 17, 2025
NYC Mayor-elect hopes to meet with Trump to discuss affordability
Europe|Political|World

UK asylum reforms spark backlash within Labour Party, support from rivals

The British government plans to tighten its asylum system, sparking resistance within its own party

November 17, 2025
UK asylum reforms spark backlash within Labour Party, support from rivals
Crime|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Democratic Lawmaker criticizes member of her own party for the timing of his retirement

In an interview with CNN's Jake Tapper, Washington Democrat Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez accused a member of her own party of "election subversion." In a surprise move that shocked Democrats, Gluesenkamp Perez launched the process of sanctioning her colleague Rep. Chuy García of Illinois for the timing of his decision to retire — which guaranteed his hand-picked successor was the only person registered to run for his seat.

November 17, 2025
Democratic Lawmaker criticizes member of her own party for the timing of his retirement
Crime|Political|US

Judge overseeing US Rep. McIver's case tells prosecutors to turn over authorities' texts

A federal judge overseeing the criminal case of U.S. Rep. LaMonica McIver has told Trump administration attorneys to turn over authorities’ text messages from her chaotic visit to an immigration detention center in New Jersey that led to charges accusing her of assaulting officers

November 17, 2025
Judge overseeing US Rep. McIver's case tells prosecutors to turn over authorities' texts
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Drone strikes Turkish tanker in Ukraine's Odesa, where US natural gas will go

A drone has struck a Turkish-flagged tanker in Ukraine's Odesa region and set it ablaze

November 17, 2025
Drone strikes Turkish tanker in Ukraine's Odesa, where US natural gas will go
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World

Nations hit by natural disasters tell ministers at climate talks to act

Jamaica has joined other small island nations at the United Nations climate talks to urge immediate action on climate change

November 17, 2025
Nations hit by natural disasters tell ministers at climate talks to act
Business|Economy|Political

Postmaster general says US Postal Service needs revenue growth, not just cuts

Postmaster General David Steiner says the U.S. Postal Service can't fix its finances through cuts alone

November 14, 2025
Postmaster general says US Postal Service needs revenue growth, not just cuts
Europe|Political|World

Britain announces ‘most significant’ change to asylum rules in years, setting Europe’s longest route to settlement

Britain announces ‘most significant’ change to asylum rules in years, setting Europe’s longest route to settlement

November 16, 2025
Britain announces ‘most significant’ change to asylum rules in years, setting Europe’s longest route to settlement
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine plans to buy up to 100 Rafale warplanes and air defense systems from France

Ukraine has signed a letter of intent to buy up to 100 Rafale warplanes from France, along with drones and ground-to-air systems

November 17, 2025
Ukraine plans to buy up to 100 Rafale warplanes and air defense systems from France
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Bangladesh’s ousted leader Sheikh Hasina sentenced to death after crimes against humanity conviction

Bangladesh’s ousted leader Sheikh Hasina sentenced to death after crimes against humanity conviction

November 17, 2025
Bangladesh’s ousted leader Sheikh Hasina sentenced to death after crimes against humanity conviction
Arts|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Opinion|Political|Science|Technology|World

He came to the US as a child refugee from the former Soviet Union. Now he’s a father facing deportation to Ukraine

He came to the US as a child refugee from the former Soviet Union. Now he’s a father facing deportation to Ukraine

November 17, 2025
He came to the US as a child refugee from the former Soviet Union. Now he’s a father facing deportation to Ukraine
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says it hopes for a new Putin-Trump summit

The Kremlin said on Monday that it hoped another summit between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S.

November 17, 2025
Kremlin says it hopes for a new Putin-Trump summit
Europe|Political|World

Leaders of divided Cyprus to meet on November 20, officials say

Leaders of ethnically-split Cyprus will meet on November 20, officials said on Monday, marking their first encounter since the election of a new Turkish Cypriot leader last month.

November 17, 2025
Leaders of divided Cyprus to meet on November 20, officials say
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Prosecutors seek life term for Darfur militia 'axe murderer'

Prosecutors sought a life sentence for a Janjaweed militia leader convicted of atrocities in Sudan's Darfur region, telling the International Criminal

November 17, 2025
Prosecutors seek life term for Darfur militia 'axe murderer'
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says there is an 'ongoing conversation' about a possible POW exchange with Ukraine

The Kremlin said on Monday that there was an ongoing conversation about a possible prisoner-of-war exchange with Ukraine, but declined to provide further details.

November 17, 2025
Kremlin says there is an 'ongoing conversation' about a possible POW exchange with Ukraine
Asia|Crime|Economy|Political|World

What's fuelling anti-graft protests in the Philippines?

More than 200,000 protesters turned out on Monday for the second day of an anti-graft rally in the Philippines, part of a wave of demonstrations since August demanding accountability

November 17, 2025
What's fuelling anti-graft protests in the Philippines?
Crime|Political|World

Palestinian militant faction says Israel killed a local leader in Gaza

The Palestinian Resistance Committees (PRC), an allied faction of Hamas, said on Monday that one of its local armed leaders was killed by what it described as an Israeli undercover

November 17, 2025
Palestinian militant faction says Israel killed a local leader in Gaza
Economy|Europe|Political|World

IMF holds new talks with Kyiv as government grapples with graft scandal

The International Monetary Fund mission launched talks on Monday with Ukraine on a new lending programme critical to its wartime fortunes, as Kyiv

November 17, 2025
IMF holds new talks with Kyiv as government grapples with graft scandal
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Britain toughens asylum policy in major overhaul as anti-immigration sentiment rises

Britain on Monday said it would make refugee status temporary and speed up the deportation of those who arrive illegally, in a major overhaul aimed at stemming the

November 16, 2025
Britain toughens asylum policy in major overhaul as anti-immigration sentiment rises
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Japan PM Takaichi to meet BOJ Governor Ueda on Tuesday, PM office says

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will meet Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda on Tuesday at 3:30 p.m. (0630 GMT), the Prime Minister's Office said in a bulletin on Monday.

November 17, 2025
Japan PM Takaichi to meet BOJ Governor Ueda on Tuesday, PM office says
Crime|Economy|Health|Political|US|World

One issue is uniting Americans in a time of polarization, according to a new poll

A new survey from the American Communities Project shows that pessimism about the country’s future has risen in cities since last year, but rural America is more optimistic about what’s ahead for the U.S. The poll also found that despite President Donald Trump’s insistence that crime is out of control in big cities, residents of the nation’s largest metropolitan centers are less likely to say that crime and gun violence are among the chief concerns facing their communities than they were a...

November 17, 2025
One issue is uniting Americans in a time of polarization, according to a new poll
Asia|Economy|Political|World

China lodges representations with US over Taiwan arms sale

China defence ministry said on Monday it has lodged representations with the United States over its arms sale to Taiwan, vowing to take "all necessary" measures to defend national

November 17, 2025
China lodges representations with US over Taiwan arms sale
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Russia adds ex-PM Kasyanov, economist Guriev to 'extremists and terrorists' list

Russia's financial watchdog has added former prime minister Mikhail Kasyanov and leading economist Sergei Guriev to its list of "extremists and terrorists" in its latest moves against

November 17, 2025
Russia adds ex-PM Kasyanov, economist Guriev to 'extremists and terrorists' list
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Poland faced one confirmed, one highly probable railway sabotage act

This weekend there was one confirmed act of sabotage on Polish railways and one incident highly likely to be sabotage, Polish Interior Minister Marcin Kierwinski said on Monday after

November 17, 2025
Poland faced one confirmed, one highly probable railway sabotage act
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

White House adviser Hassett says there have been mixed signals in job market

White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett on Monday said there have been mixed signals in the job market, and that the labor market could be slowing down.

November 17, 2025
White House adviser Hassett says there have been mixed signals in job market
Crime|Political|World

Bangladesh's ousted PM Hasina sentenced to death for student crackdown

By Ruma Paul and Krishna N.

November 17, 2025
Bangladesh's ousted PM Hasina sentenced to death for student crackdown
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Polish railway track blast an 'unprecedented act of sabotage', PM says

An explosion that damaged a Polish railway track on a route to Ukraine was an "unprecedented act of sabotage", Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Monday as he vowed to catch those

November 17, 2025
Polish railway track blast an 'unprecedented act of sabotage', PM says
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Takeaways from AP’s report on a surge in Palestinian deaths in Israeli custody

A report by an Israeli human rights group says at least 98 Palestinians have died in Israeli custody since the war in Gaza began

November 17, 2025
Takeaways from AP’s report on a surge in Palestinian deaths in Israeli custody
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Hundreds attend demonstration opposing 'Charlotte's Web' ICE operation in North Carolina

Hundreds attend demonstration opposing 'Charlotte's Web' ICE operation in North Carolina

November 17, 2025
Hundreds attend demonstration opposing 'Charlotte's Web' ICE operation in North Carolina
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

His family say he was a fisherman. The Saudis say he smuggled drugs. He was one of hundreds executed this year

His family say he was a fisherman. The Saudis say he smuggled drugs. He was one of hundreds executed this year

November 17, 2025
His family say he was a fisherman. The Saudis say he smuggled drugs. He was one of hundreds executed this year
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Palestinian deaths in Israeli custody have surged. A prison guard describes rampant abuse

A report by an Israeli human rights group says at least 98 Palestinians have died in Israeli custody since the war in Gaza began

November 17, 2025
Palestinian deaths in Israeli custody have surged. A prison guard describes rampant abuse
Arts|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

White nationalism fuels tolerance for political violence nationwide

Active white nationalist groups operate in all but two U.S. states. Researchers have found that there’s a strong association between holding white nationalist views and supporting political violence.

November 17, 2025
White nationalism fuels tolerance for political violence nationwide
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|World

Hard-right former lawmaker José Antonio Kast leads in Chile's polarizing presidential runoff

In Chile, a hard-right former lawmaker and admirer of U.S. President Donald Trump is leading in the presidential runoff

November 17, 2025
Hard-right former lawmaker José Antonio Kast leads in Chile's polarizing presidential runoff
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Political

America will celebrate its 250th birthday next year. There's a commemorative ornament for it

The nonprofit organization planning celebrations for America's 250th birthday in 2026 has unveiled a special commemorative ornament featuring the Declaration of Independence

November 17, 2025
America will celebrate its 250th birthday next year. There's a commemorative ornament for it
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine to buy ‘up to 100’ French fighter jets, Elysee Palace announces

Ukraine to buy ‘up to 100’ French fighter jets, Elysee Palace announces

November 17, 2025
Ukraine to buy ‘up to 100’ French fighter jets, Elysee Palace announces
Arts|Environment|Political|US

Preservationists sue over Trump’s latest plans to refashion a federal building to match his aesthetic

Preservationists sue over Trump’s latest plans to refashion a federal building to match his aesthetic

November 16, 2025
Preservationists sue over Trump’s latest plans to refashion a federal building to match his aesthetic
Arts|Business|Economy|Political|Sports|World

From pariah to power player: Saudi's MbS reclaims world stage in US visit

On his first White House visit since the killing of

November 17, 2025
From pariah to power player: Saudi's MbS reclaims world stage in US visit
Political|US|World

Trump ramps up the pressure on Republicans resisting his redistricting push

Trump ramps up the pressure on Republicans resisting his redistricting push

November 17, 2025
Trump ramps up the pressure on Republicans resisting his redistricting push
Asia|Political|Science|World

South Korea offers talks with North to prevent accidental armed clash at border

South Korea has proposed talks with North Korea to clarify the rivals’ border line

November 17, 2025
South Korea offers talks with North to prevent accidental armed clash at border
Asia|Political|World

China premier won't meet Japan PM at G20, says Chinese foreign ministry

China's Premier Li Qiang has no plans to meet with the Japanese prime minister on the sidelines of the upcoming G20 summit in South Africa, the Chinese foreign ministry said on

November 17, 2025
China premier won't meet Japan PM at G20, says Chinese foreign ministry
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Key events in Bangladesh as Hasina sentenced to death

A Bangladesh court sentenced ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to death on Monday, concluding a months-long trial that found her guilty of ordering a deadly crackdown on a student-led

November 17, 2025
Key events in Bangladesh as Hasina sentenced to death
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Spain ups 2025 growth forecast to 2.9%, in line with European Commission

The Spanish economy is expected to grow 2.9% this year, at more than double the average pace in the European Union and exceeding the previous forecasts of 2.6-2.7%, the European

November 17, 2025
Spain ups 2025 growth forecast to 2.9%, in line with European Commission
Asia|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Philippines eyes completion of South China Sea code as ASEAN chair next year

The Philippines is hoping a code of conduct for the South China Sea can be completed when it is chair of the ASEAN bloc next year, with a consensus emerging between Southeast Asia

November 17, 2025
Philippines eyes completion of South China Sea code as ASEAN chair next year
Crime|Political|US|World

What to know about the controversial ‘Arctic Frost’ provision tucked into the funding bill that’s dividing GOP lawmakers

What to know about the controversial ‘Arctic Frost’ provision tucked into the funding bill that’s dividing GOP lawmakers

November 17, 2025
What to know about the controversial ‘Arctic Frost’ provision tucked into the funding bill that’s dividing GOP lawmakers
Business|Political|Technology|World

Ukraine signs deal to obtain 100 French-made Rafale warplanes

Ukraine will obtain up to 100 French-made Rafale warplanes over the next 10 years under a deal signed on Monday, both countries said, as Kyiv

November 17, 2025
Ukraine signs deal to obtain 100 French-made Rafale warplanes
Crime|Economy|Political|US|World

Charlotte is the latest stop on DHS’ immigration blitz. Locals say it’s political

Charlotte is the latest stop on DHS’ immigration blitz. Locals say it’s political

November 17, 2025
Charlotte is the latest stop on DHS’ immigration blitz. Locals say it’s political
Crime|Political|World

Trump reverses stance on Epstein files, urges Republicans to vote for releasing them

U.S.

November 17, 2025
Trump reverses stance on Epstein files, urges Republicans to vote for releasing them
Economy|Political|World

Thousands in Philippine capital hold second day of anti-graft protests

More than 200,000 protesters turned out on Monday for the second day of an anti-graft rally in the Philippines, demanding accountability over accusations of corruption in flood-

November 17, 2025
Thousands in Philippine capital hold second day of anti-graft protests
Arts|Economy|Europe|Food|Lifestyle|Political|World

Wine has long been made in Ukraine. Now its winemakers are preserving tradition in the face of war

Wine has long been made in Ukraine. Now its winemakers are preserving tradition in the face of war

November 17, 2025
Wine has long been made in Ukraine. Now its winemakers are preserving tradition in the face of war
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump says Republicans drafting bill to sanction countries that trade with Russia

President Donald Trump said on Sunday that Republicans are working on legislation that will impose sanctions on any country doing business with Russia, and he said Iran may get

November 17, 2025
Trump says Republicans drafting bill to sanction countries that trade with Russia
Crime|Economy|Election|Political|World

Chile vote propels far-right Kast to runoff against leftist Jara

Far-right candidate Jose Antonio Kast is favored to clinch a runoff victory next month despite lagging slightly behind governing coalition

November 14, 2025
Chile vote propels far-right Kast to runoff against leftist Jara
Political|US|World

Trump dismisses Marjorie Taylor Greene's claim that his attacks put her in danger

U.S.

November 17, 2025
Trump dismisses Marjorie Taylor Greene's claim that his attacks put her in danger
Crime|Political|Science|Technology|World

In a first, Taiwan to distribute security handbook to all households as China threat rises

Taiwan will begin distributing millions of civil defence handbooks to households across the island this week, in an unprecedented effort to prepare residents for

November 17, 2025
In a first, Taiwan to distribute security handbook to all households as China threat rises
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Political|US|World

US Border Patrol arrests 81 on first day of Charlotte immigration crackdown

Federal agents arrested at least 81 people in Charlotte, North Carolina, this weekend, a senior commander said on Sunday, marking a sharp escalation in the Trump

November 16, 2025
US Border Patrol arrests 81 on first day of Charlotte immigration crackdown
Australia|Environment|Political|World

Australia rejects co-hosting climate summit with Turkey as standoff grows

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Monday that Australia would not co-host the COP31 climate summit with Turkey amid

November 17, 2025
Australia rejects co-hosting climate summit with Turkey as standoff grows
Political

Trump urges Republicans to vote to release Epstein files, marking stark reversal

Trump urges Republicans to vote to release Epstein files, marking stark reversal

November 16, 2025
Trump urges Republicans to vote to release Epstein files, marking stark reversal
Crime|Political|World

In reversal, Trump says House Republicans should vote to release Epstein files

President Donald Trump said House Republicans should vote to release the files in the Jeffrey Epstein case, a startling reversal after previously fighting the proposal as a growing number of those in his own party supported it

November 16, 2025
In reversal, Trump says House Republicans should vote to release Epstein files
Arts|Entertainment|Political|World

Trump defends Tucker Carlson after interview with activist known for his antisemitic views

President Donald Trump is brushing aside concerns about conservative commentator Tucker Carlson’s recent interview with a far-right activist known for his antisemitic views

November 17, 2025
Trump defends Tucker Carlson after interview with activist known for his antisemitic views
Arts|Crime|Education|Political|US

Granddaughter of ‘Charlotte’s Web’ author criticizes use of book title in DHS immigration crackdown operation

Granddaughter of ‘Charlotte’s Web’ author criticizes use of book title in DHS immigration crackdown operation

November 17, 2025
Granddaughter of ‘Charlotte’s Web’ author criticizes use of book title in DHS immigration crackdown operation
Crime|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|World

Chile's presidential race heads to a runoff between a communist and a pro-Trump conservative

Chile is bracing for a tense presidential runoff after a first-round vote on Sunday set up a showdown between a member of the Communist Party and an ultraconservative veteran politician, sharply polarizing the country between the political left and right

November 16, 2025
Chile's presidential race heads to a runoff between a communist and a pro-Trump conservative
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump says US may open talks with Venezuela's Maduro

President Donald Trump said on Sunday that the United States may open talks with Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, who faces escalating pressure

November 17, 2025
Trump says US may open talks with Venezuela's Maduro
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump plans to meet with Mamdani, says he'll 'work something out' with New York City's mayor-elect

President Donald Trump is indicating that he plans to meet with New York City’s mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani and says they’ll “work something out."

November 17, 2025
Trump plans to meet with Mamdani, says he'll 'work something out' with New York City's mayor-elect
Health|Political|World

Rev. Jesse Jackson remains hospitalized after receiving care to stabilize his blood pressure, sources say

Rev. Jesse Jackson remains hospitalized after receiving care to stabilize his blood pressure, sources say

November 16, 2025
Rev. Jesse Jackson remains hospitalized after receiving care to stabilize his blood pressure, sources say
Crime|Political|US

Lawmaker calls for accountability over timing of fellow House Democrat’s retirement: ‘Election subversion is wrong’

Lawmaker calls for accountability over timing of fellow House Democrat’s retirement: ‘Election subversion is wrong’

November 17, 2025
Lawmaker calls for accountability over timing of fellow House Democrat’s retirement: ‘Election subversion is wrong’
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Trump says US may have discussions with Maduro as aircraft carrier arrives in Caribbean

President Donald Trump says the U.S. “may be having some discussions” with Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro

November 16, 2025
Trump says US may have discussions with Maduro as aircraft carrier arrives in Caribbean
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

South Korea's new president, injured as a child labourer, cracks down on 'workplaces of death'

South Korean Kim Yong-ho thought he would die within seconds after a 200-kilogram (441-pound) industrial press at a Hyundai Steel plant sprang to life

November 16, 2025
South Korea's new president, injured as a child labourer, cracks down on 'workplaces of death'
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine secures US LNG imports from Greece to cover winter needs

Ukraine has secured imports of U.S liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Greece to cover its winter needs from December through to March next

November 16, 2025
Ukraine secures US LNG imports from Greece to cover winter needs
Crime|Health|Political|World

Israeli leader insists there can be no Palestinian state, ahead of UN vote leaving that door open

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is vowing to oppose any attempt to establish a Palestinian state

November 16, 2025
Israeli leader insists there can be no Palestinian state, ahead of UN vote leaving that door open
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|World

Leftist Jara leads Chile's presidential election in early count

Governing leftist coalition and Communist Party candidate Jeannette Jara is leading Chile's presidential race, an early count from electoral service Servel showed on Sunday, with

November 16, 2025
Leftist Jara leads Chile's presidential election in early count
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Trump likely to face long military commitment and chaos if he ousts Maduro in Venezuela, experts say

Trump likely to face long military commitment and chaos if he ousts Maduro in Venezuela, experts say

November 15, 2025
Trump likely to face long military commitment and chaos if he ousts Maduro in Venezuela, experts say
Business|Economy|Political|World

NZ welcomes lifting of US tariffs on $1.25 billion in exports

New Zealand late on Sunday welcomed the United States' announcement that it would remove additional tariffs on a range of New Zealand agricultural products, including beef, offal

November 16, 2025
NZ welcomes lifting of US tariffs on $1.25 billion in exports
Interview|Political|US|World

‘Humbly, I’m sorry’: Marjorie Taylor Greene says she’s turning a new leaf after years of divisive comments

‘Humbly, I’m sorry’: Marjorie Taylor Greene says she’s turning a new leaf after years of divisive comments

November 16, 2025
‘Humbly, I’m sorry’: Marjorie Taylor Greene says she’s turning a new leaf after years of divisive comments
Americas|Crime|Economy|Election|Political|World

Ecuadorian voters reject proposals to host foreign military bases and rewrite the constitution

Ecuadorians have struck down a proposal that would have let foreign countries run military bases in the South American country where drug gangs are extorting communities and killing politicians as they fight for territory

November 16, 2025
Ecuadorian voters reject proposals to host foreign military bases and rewrite the constitution
Crime|Political|US|World

Some National Guard troops being withdrawn from Chicago and Portland, officials say

The Pentagon is withdrawing some National Guard troops from Chicago and Portland, weeks after President Donald Trump deployed them to combat what he

November 16, 2025
Some National Guard troops being withdrawn from Chicago and Portland, officials say
Crime|Political|US|World

US House speaker says 'nothing to hide' in Epstein files

U.S.

November 16, 2025
US House speaker says 'nothing to hide' in Epstein files
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Ahead of Hasina court verdict, son warns of Bangladesh violence if party ban stays

By Krishna N.

November 16, 2025
Ahead of Hasina court verdict, son warns of Bangladesh violence if party ban stays
Asia|Crime|Political|World

India arrests suspect in New Delhi car blast that killed 10

India’s anti-terror agency has arrested a man from Indian-controlled Kashmir

November 16, 2025
India arrests suspect in New Delhi car blast that killed 10
Crime|Political|World

Buncombe County Sheriff's Office issues statement amid ICE, Border Patrol, concerns

Buncombe County Sheriff's Office issues statement amid ICE, Border Patrol, concerns

November 16, 2025
Buncombe County Sheriff's Office issues statement amid ICE, Border Patrol, concerns
Business|Crime|Election|Political|US

A New Orleans man who had his murder conviction tossed wins election as city’s chief record keeper

A New Orleans man who spent three decades in prison before his murder conviction was vacated won election to serve as the city’s chief criminal court record keeper

November 16, 2025
A New Orleans man who had his murder conviction tossed wins election as city’s chief record keeper
Crime|Political|World

Bangladesh tense ahead of ousted PM Hasina's verdict

Several crude bombs exploded in the Bangladesh capital Dhaka on Sunday, police said, heightening tensions ahead of a verdict on Monday in a case against ousted former Prime Minister

November 16, 2025
Bangladesh tense ahead of ousted PM Hasina's verdict
Business|Economy|Political|World

China rare earths deal will 'hopefully' be done by Thanksgiving, Bessent says

A rare earths deal between the U.S. and China will "hopefully" be done by Thanksgiving, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said in remarks that aired on Sunday.

November 16, 2025
China rare earths deal will 'hopefully' be done by Thanksgiving, Bessent says
Crime|Education|Environment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|Health|Interview|Lifestyle|MidEast|Political|Science|Sports|Technology|Travel|US|Videos|World

Officer shot, killed serving warrant; suspect charged

Officer shot, killed serving warrant; suspect charged

November 16, 2025
Officer shot, killed serving warrant; suspect charged
Business|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

The war in Gaza is over, but the fight in Israel for accountability has barely begun

The war in Gaza is over, but the fight in Israel for accountability has barely begun

November 16, 2025
The war in Gaza is over, but the fight in Israel for accountability has barely begun
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Uzbek president proposes setting up bloc of Central Asian states

Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev proposed on Sunday forming a regional co-operation organisation he called the "Community of Central Asia", in what he said was a bid to promote

November 16, 2025
Uzbek president proposes setting up bloc of Central Asian states
Americas|Crime|Election|Finance|Political|World

Communist and far-right politicians battle for Chile’s presidency in election dominated by crime and immigration

Communist and far-right politicians battle for Chile’s presidency in election dominated by crime and immigration

November 15, 2025
Communist and far-right politicians battle for Chile’s presidency in election dominated by crime and immigration
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Immigration crackdown inspires uniquely Chicago pushback that's now a model for other cities

As an unprecedented immigration crackdown enters a third month, a growing number of Chicago residents are fighting back against what they deem a racist and aggressive overreach of the federal government

November 16, 2025
Immigration crackdown inspires uniquely Chicago pushback that's now a model for other cities
Health|Political|US

Fetterman says he's back home after a fall put the Pennsylvania senator in the hospital

John Fetterman says he’s back home with his family in Pennsylvania after being hospitalized

November 16, 2025
Fetterman says he's back home after a fall put the Pennsylvania senator in the hospital
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

As nations push for more ambition at climate talks, chairman says they may get it

At the halfway point of annual United Nations climate negotiations in Brazil, it appears the talks may do more than just focus on implementing past promises, as some observers had expected

November 16, 2025
As nations push for more ambition at climate talks, chairman says they may get it
Europe|Political|World

Russia says its forces advance in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia region

Russia said on Sunday its forces had moved forward sharply in Ukraine's southeastern Zaporizhzhia region, taking two settlements as part of a major push aimed at taking control of

November 16, 2025
Russia says its forces advance in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia region
MidEast|Political|World

Netanyahu faces far-right backlash after US-backed statement on Palestinian state

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday Israel remained opposed to a Palestinian state after protests by far-right coalition allies over a U.S.-backed statement

November 16, 2025
Netanyahu faces far-right backlash after US-backed statement on Palestinian state
Americas|Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Political|US|World

Racists are now openly targeting Indian Americans

Racists are now openly targeting Indian Americans

November 16, 2025
Racists are now openly targeting Indian Americans
MidEast|Political|World

Headwinds for Trump in persuading the Saudi crown prince to agree to normalize ties with Israel

President Donald Trump has made clear how much he wants to see Saudi Arabia and Israel normalize relations

November 16, 2025
Headwinds for Trump in persuading the Saudi crown prince to agree to normalize ties with Israel
Business|Political|World

Iran says US is not ready for 'equal and fair' nuclear talks

Washington's current approach toward Tehran does not indicate any readiness for "equal and fair negotiations", Iran's foreign minister said on Sunday, after U.S.

November 16, 2025
Iran says US is not ready for 'equal and fair' nuclear talks
Business|Political|World

Lebanon plans UN complaint against Israel over border wall

Lebanon will file a complaint to the U.N.

November 15, 2025
Lebanon plans UN complaint against Israel over border wall
Europe|Interview|Political|World

Finland's president urges Europe to hold its nerve as he warns no ceasefire likely soon in Ukraine

President Alexander Stubb of Finland told The Associated Press that a ceasefire in Ukraine is unlikely before spring

November 16, 2025
Finland's president urges Europe to hold its nerve as he warns no ceasefire likely soon in Ukraine
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskyy says Ukraine is working on a prisoner exchange with Russia

Ukraine is working to resume prisoner exchanges with Russia that could bring home 1,200 Ukrainian prisoners

November 16, 2025
Zelenskyy says Ukraine is working on a prisoner exchange with Russia
Crime|Environment|Political|World

Hundreds of thousands rally in Manila against flood-control corruption scandal

Hundreds of thousands of Filipinos have gathered in Manila to demand accountability for a flood-control corruption scandal

November 16, 2025
Hundreds of thousands rally in Manila against flood-control corruption scandal
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Japanese divided on military response to China over Taiwan, Kyodo poll shows

The Japanese public is divided on whether Japan should exercise its right to collective self-defence if China attacks Taiwan, a Kyodo news agency poll found on Sunday.

November 16, 2025
Japanese divided on military response to China over Taiwan, Kyodo poll shows
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine seeking exchange of 1,200 prisoners with Russia

Ukraine is working to resume the exchange of prisoners with Russia, hoping for the release of 1,200 Ukrainians, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and his Security Council chief said.

November 16, 2025
Ukraine seeking exchange of 1,200 prisoners with Russia
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Gen Z-styled protests spread in Mexico, fueled by mayor's murder

Thousands protested across Mexico on Saturday under the banner of “Generation Z,” denouncing rising violence after the public killing of an anti-crime mayor earlier this month.

November 16, 2025
Gen Z-styled protests spread in Mexico, fueled by mayor's murder
Health|Political|World

South Carolina looks at most restrictive abortion bill in the US as opponents keep pushing limits

A group of South Carolina senators plans to consider a proposal that could introduce the strictest abortion prohibitions and punishments in the nation

November 16, 2025
South Carolina looks at most restrictive abortion bill in the US as opponents keep pushing limits
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Texas National Guard troops expected to leave Chicago and return home, source says

Texas National Guard troops expected to leave Chicago and return home, source says

November 16, 2025
Texas National Guard troops expected to leave Chicago and return home, source says
Asia|Political|World

China Coast Guard ship formation sails through Japan-administered Senkaku Islands

A China Coast Guard ship formation passed through the waters of the Senkaku Islands on Sunday on a "rights enforcement patrol", the China Coast Guard said in a statement, as Beijing

November 16, 2025
China Coast Guard ship formation sails through Japan-administered Senkaku Islands
Australia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Australia welcomes Trump's removal of beef tariffs, seeks more relief

Australia on Sunday cautiously welcomed President Donald Trump's rollback of his tariffs on beef, while pressing the U.S. to eliminate all tariffs on Australian goods.

November 16, 2025
Australia welcomes Trump's removal of beef tariffs, seeks more relief
Crime|Political|US|World

Emails: Epstein repeatedly ridiculed Trump during 1st term as 'f**king crazy,' 'dangerous,' 'not one decent cell in his body'

CNN's KFILE unearths new and incredibly revealing details about Jeffrey Epstein and his opinions of Donald Trump.

November 14, 2025
Emails: Epstein repeatedly ridiculed Trump during 1st term as 'f**king crazy,' 'dangerous,' 'not one decent cell in his body'
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Venezuela’s Maduro denounces US military drills in Trinidad and Tobago amid heightened tensions

Venezuela’s Maduro denounces US military drills in Trinidad and Tobago amid heightened tensions

November 15, 2025
Venezuela’s Maduro denounces US military drills in Trinidad and Tobago amid heightened tensions
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Lula’s former human rights minister formally accused of sexual misconduct

Brazil’s federal police have formally accused former human rights minister Silvio Almeida of sexual misconduct

November 15, 2025
Lula’s former human rights minister formally accused of sexual misconduct
Health|Political|Sports|US|World

US Senator Fetterman home after fall and brief hospitalization

U.S. Democratic Senator John Fetterman said on Saturday that he is now home after a Thursday fall that resulted in 20 stitches in his face.

November 15, 2025
US Senator Fetterman home after fall and brief hospitalization
Election|Political|US|World

MAGA rift grows as Trump feuds with Greene before key 2026 midterm elections

President Donald Trump and Marjorie Taylor Greene have fallen out in a public feud

November 15, 2025
MAGA rift grows as Trump feuds with Greene before key 2026 midterm elections
Crime|Political|US|World

Lawmaker Marjorie Taylor Greene blames Trump for threats against her after their split

Republican lawmaker Marjorie Taylor Greene accused U.S.

November 15, 2025
Lawmaker Marjorie Taylor Greene blames Trump for threats against her after their split
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Caribbean countries to hold slavery reparations talks on UK visit

A delegation from the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) reparations commission will hold talks this week with officials and politicians in Britain on addressing the

November 15, 2025
Caribbean countries to hold slavery reparations talks on UK visit
Arts|Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World

Climate protesters demand to be heard as they march on COP30 with costumes and drums

Thousands of demonstrators marched in Belem, Brazil, at the halfway point of United Nations climate talks to demand progress from negotiators on the problem of climate change — among other causes

November 15, 2025
Climate protesters demand to be heard as they march on COP30 with costumes and drums
Arts|Election|Entertainment|Political|US|Videos

Michelle Obama says the country is ‘not ready for a woman’ president

Michelle Obama says the country is ‘not ready for a woman’ president

November 15, 2025
Michelle Obama says the country is ‘not ready for a woman’ president
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump issues new pardons for January 6 rioters, including militia member and woman who threatened FBI

Trump issues new pardons for January 6 rioters, including militia member and woman who threatened FBI

November 15, 2025
Trump issues new pardons for January 6 rioters, including militia member and woman who threatened FBI
Crime|Political|US|World

Feds expand terrorism charges in July shooting at Texas immigration detention center

Federal prosecutors in Texas have charged six more people with a new terrorism-related charge in the July shooting outside an immigration detention center near Dallas

November 15, 2025
Feds expand terrorism charges in July shooting at Texas immigration detention center
Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

First strong winter rains soak Gaza's makeshift shelters

Parts of Gaza's huge Muwasi tent camp are struggling after winter's first major rainfall

November 15, 2025
First strong winter rains soak Gaza's makeshift shelters
Crime|Political|US

FBI arrests New Jersey man for alleged property damage in office of federal prosecutor Alina Habba

Federal officials have arrested a New Jersey man accused of destroying property while trying to confront acting U.S. Attorney Alina Habba

November 15, 2025
FBI arrests New Jersey man for alleged property damage in office of federal prosecutor Alina Habba
Economy|Political|Travel|World

China warns citizens against Japan travel as Taiwan spat escalates

China warns citizens against Japan travel as Taiwan spat escalates

November 15, 2025
China warns citizens against Japan travel as Taiwan spat escalates
Africa|Political|World

Congo and M23 rebels sign framework for peace deal in latest bid to end decades-long conflict

Congo and the Rwanda-backed rebel group M23 have signed a framework agreement for a peace deal

November 15, 2025
Congo and M23 rebels sign framework for peace deal in latest bid to end decades-long conflict
Arts|Crime|Europe|Political|World

The explosions that tore through Russia’s pipelines to Europe are still causing rifts years on

The explosions that tore through Russia’s pipelines to Europe are still causing rifts years on

November 15, 2025
The explosions that tore through Russia’s pipelines to Europe are still causing rifts years on
Crime|Political|US

Epstein investigation is latest test for US attorney Jay Clayton

Epstein investigation is latest test for US attorney Jay Clayton

November 15, 2025
Epstein investigation is latest test for US attorney Jay Clayton
MidEast|Political|World

Weeks into the Gaza ceasefire, scores of Hamas fighters remain stuck in tunnels under Gaza

Weeks into the Gaza ceasefire, scores of Hamas fighters remain stuck in tunnels under Gaza

November 15, 2025
Weeks into the Gaza ceasefire, scores of Hamas fighters remain stuck in tunnels under Gaza
Business|Economy|Political|World

Thailand says US trade talks to proceed despite Cambodia dispute

Thailand will go ahead with talks on finalising a reciprocal trade deal with the United States, a government spokesperson said on Saturday, adding the discussions will remain

November 15, 2025
Thailand says US trade talks to proceed despite Cambodia dispute
Economy|Political|US|World

Republicans have lost ground with Latino voters after Trump’s 2024 gains

Republicans have lost ground with Latino voters after Trump’s 2024 gains

November 15, 2025
Republicans have lost ground with Latino voters after Trump’s 2024 gains
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump's Teflon tested as Epstein saga looms over 2026 campaign

President Donald Trump was

November 15, 2025
Trump's Teflon tested as Epstein saga looms over 2026 campaign
Business|Health|Political|Science

RFK Jr. discussed scaling back the role of FDA chief Makary, WSJ reports

Trump administration officials, including Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., have discussed scaling back the role of Marty Makary, the U.S.

November 15, 2025
RFK Jr. discussed scaling back the role of FDA chief Makary, WSJ reports
Crime|Interview|Political|US|World

Epstein survivor "disgusted" by news of Maxwell's special treatment in prison

Annie Farmer speaks to Kaitlan Collins about the CNN Exclusive reporting that Ghislaine Maxwell is getting special treatment after being moved to a minimum-security prison camp.

November 14, 2025
Epstein survivor "disgusted" by news of Maxwell's special treatment in prison
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Once a shadowy dealmaker, former Zelenskyy associate is accused in Ukrainian corruption scandal

Tymur Mindich has been named as the mastermind behind a $100 million embezzlement scheme in Ukraine

November 15, 2025
Once a shadowy dealmaker, former Zelenskyy associate is accused in Ukrainian corruption scandal
Arts|Business|Political|US|World

Trump says he will sue the BBC despite broadcaster’s apology

Trump says he will sue the BBC despite broadcaster’s apology

November 15, 2025
Trump says he will sue the BBC despite broadcaster’s apology
Asia|Political|World

Japan asks China to take steps after it discouraged visits to Japan, Kyodo reports

Japan urged China on Saturday to take "appropriate measures" after Beijing warned Chinese citizens against visiting Japan, Kyodo news agency reported, in an ongoing dispute over

November 15, 2025
Japan asks China to take steps after it discouraged visits to Japan, Kyodo reports
Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

China finds bigger role as US sidesteps Brazil climate summit

With the United States absent from the U.N. annual international climate summit for the first time in three decades, China is

November 15, 2025
China finds bigger role as US sidesteps Brazil climate summit
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump withdraws support for longtime ally Marjorie Taylor Greene

President Donald Trump withdrew his endorsement of Republican lawmaker Marjorie Taylor Greene on Friday, citing her recent criticism of his agenda in a

November 15, 2025
Trump withdraws support for longtime ally Marjorie Taylor Greene
Education|Political|US|World

Judge indefinitely bars Trump from fining University of California over alleged discrimination

A federal judge in San Francisco has blocked the Trump administration from summarily cutting funding to the University of California over claims the school system allows antisemitism or other forms of discrimination

November 15, 2025
Judge indefinitely bars Trump from fining University of California over alleged discrimination
Political

Trump cuts ties with 'Wacky' Marjorie Taylor Greene, once among his top MAGA-world defenders

President Donald Trump has publicly ended his support for Rep_ Marjorie Taylor Greene, calling her “Wacky Marjorie” and saying he would endorse a challenger against her in the next midterms “if the right person runs.”

November 15, 2025
Trump cuts ties with 'Wacky' Marjorie Taylor Greene, once among his top MAGA-world defenders
Political|World

Trump says he will likely sue BBC for up to $5 billion over edited speech

U.S.

November 15, 2025
Trump says he will likely sue BBC for up to $5 billion over edited speech
Political|US|World

Trump says Cambodia, Thailand 'going to be fine' after calls over conflict

U.S.

November 14, 2025
Trump says Cambodia, Thailand 'going to be fine' after calls over conflict
Election|Political

Trump rescinds support for Marjorie Taylor Greene, marking major political breakup

Trump rescinds support for Marjorie Taylor Greene, marking major political breakup

November 15, 2025
Trump rescinds support for Marjorie Taylor Greene, marking major political breakup
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|US

FAA takes first steps to restore flights after shutdown strain, but some limits remain

The Federal Aviation Administration is rolling back some of its restrictions on commercial flights at 40 major U.S. airports that have been in place since Nov. 7

November 14, 2025
FAA takes first steps to restore flights after shutdown strain, but some limits remain
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump officials hold meetings on Venezuela as military tensions rise

Senior Trump administration officials have held three meetings at the White House this week to discuss options for

November 15, 2025
Trump officials hold meetings on Venezuela as military tensions rise
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

At Trump’s urging, Bondi says US will investigate Epstein’s ties to Clinton and other political foes

Acceding to President Donald Trump’s demands, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi says she has ordered a top federal prosecutor to investigate sex offender Jeffrey Epstein’s ties to Trump political foes, including former President Bill Clinton

November 14, 2025
At Trump’s urging, Bondi says US will investigate Epstein’s ties to Clinton and other political foes
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Trump says he 'stopped a war' by preserving a ceasefire between Cambodia and Thailand

President Donald Trump says he has successfully eased tensions between Cambodia and Thailand

November 15, 2025
Trump says he 'stopped a war' by preserving a ceasefire between Cambodia and Thailand
Arts|Crime|Political|US|World

Justice Department quietly replaced 'identical' Trump signatures on recent pardons

President Donald Trump is facing new scrutiny over the use of a replicated signature on several recent pardons

November 15, 2025
Justice Department quietly replaced 'identical' Trump signatures on recent pardons
Crime|Political|US

Trump says he’s asking Justice Department to investigate Epstein’s ties to slew of high-profile figures

Trump says he’s asking Justice Department to investigate Epstein’s ties to slew of high-profile figures

November 14, 2025
Trump says he’s asking Justice Department to investigate Epstein’s ties to slew of high-profile figures
Americas|Crime|Economy|Environment|Political|World

As Washington weighs options on Venezuela, US invasion of Panama offers an imperfect blueprint for military action

As Washington weighs options on Venezuela, US invasion of Panama offers an imperfect blueprint for military action

November 15, 2025
As Washington weighs options on Venezuela, US invasion of Panama offers an imperfect blueprint for military action
Business|Crime|Political|World

A South Carolina man is executed by firing squad for 2004 killings

A South Carolina firing squad has executed a man who is the third person to die by that method in the state this year

November 14, 2025
A South Carolina man is executed by firing squad for 2004 killings
Business|Crime|Political|US

US Justice Department heeds Trump's demand to probe Epstein ties with Democrats

The U.S.

November 14, 2025
US Justice Department heeds Trump's demand to probe Epstein ties with Democrats
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political

The Latest: Trump drops tariffs on beef, coffee, tropical fruit as consumers face high prices

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to get rid of tariffs on a broad swath of commodities, including beef, coffee and tropical fruits

November 14, 2025
The Latest: Trump drops tariffs on beef, coffee, tropical fruit as consumers face high prices
Business|Economy|Political|World

USDA data casts doubt on China's soybean purchase promises touted by Trump

New data the Agriculture Department released Friday created serious doubts about whether China will really buy millions of bushels of American soybeans like the Trump administration touted last month

November 14, 2025
USDA data casts doubt on China's soybean purchase promises touted by Trump
Crime|Political|World

Officials in North Carolina city vow to resist looming federal immigration crackdown

Officials and community leaders in Charlotte, North Carolina, are opposing a pending federal immigration crackdown

November 14, 2025
Officials in North Carolina city vow to resist looming federal immigration crackdown
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

US paves way for talks on sale of Lukoil's foreign assets

The Trump administration on Friday gave clearance to potential buyers to talk to Russia's Lukoil about buying

November 14, 2025
US paves way for talks on sale of Lukoil's foreign assets
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

In setback for Trump, Indiana Republicans drop congressional redistricting effort

Indiana Republicans on Friday abandoned a legislative session that had been called to enact a new congressional map, a setback for President Donald Trump's push for

November 14, 2025
In setback for Trump, Indiana Republicans drop congressional redistricting effort
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

S&P cuts Senegal rating to 'CCC+' as debt strains deepen

Credit ratings agency S&P on Friday downgraded Senegal's long-term sovereign credit rating to "CCC+" from "B-", citing the precarious debt position of the West African country.

November 14, 2025
S&P cuts Senegal rating to 'CCC+' as debt strains deepen
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Eduardo Bolsonaro to face trial in Brazil for seeking Trump help in his father's legal case

A panel of Brazil's Supreme Court moved on Friday to put lawmaker Eduardo Bolsonaro on trial for allegedly seeking U.S.

November 14, 2025
Eduardo Bolsonaro to face trial in Brazil for seeking Trump help in his father's legal case
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

New York governor considering raising corporate taxes, source says

New York Governor Kathy Hochul is considering increasing corporate taxes to close a potential budget shortfall amid federal cuts, but that no decision has been made, a source

November 14, 2025
New York governor considering raising corporate taxes, source says
Arts|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Political|Travel|US

Proposal to ban Central Park horse carriages voted down by key NYC council committee

Central Park’s iconic horse carriages will trot on, for now

November 14, 2025
Proposal to ban Central Park horse carriages voted down by key NYC council committee
Business|MidEast|Political|World

US presses for approval of UN resolution on Gaza as Russia offers rival proposal

The United States has stepped up calls for U.N. consensus on its plan for Gaza as Russia is circulating a rival proposal

November 14, 2025
US presses for approval of UN resolution on Gaza as Russia offers rival proposal
Health|Political|Sports

Cory Booker says Dems need to 'get back in the huddle' after blowing a big play

Sen. Cory Booker is back in New Hampshire, home to two Democrats who broke ranks with their party to end the government shutdown

November 14, 2025
Cory Booker says Dems need to 'get back in the huddle' after blowing a big play
Economy|Political|US|World

Indiana Senate won't vote on redistricting, defying Trump's push

The leader of the Indiana state Senate, a Republican, has said that his chamber will no longer meet in December as planned to vote on redistricting, citing lack of support from his members

November 14, 2025
Indiana Senate won't vote on redistricting, defying Trump's push
Arts|Business|Education|Political|US

White House Historical Association reclaims Rockwell sketches for $7.25 million at auction

The White House Historical Association has paid $7.25 million at auction to reclaim a series of Norman Rockwell sketches that once hung in the West Wing

November 14, 2025
White House Historical Association reclaims Rockwell sketches for $7.25 million at auction
Crime|Political|US|World

Protesters arrested, officers injured in clash outside Chicago-area immigration facility

Protesters have clashed with authorities outside a federal immigration facility near Chicago

November 14, 2025
Protesters arrested, officers injured in clash outside Chicago-area immigration facility
Business|Crime|Political|US

Lindsey Halligan says ‘there are no missing minutes’ in grand jury transcripts in James Comey case

Lindsey Halligan says ‘there are no missing minutes’ in grand jury transcripts in James Comey case

November 14, 2025
Lindsey Halligan says ‘there are no missing minutes’ in grand jury transcripts in James Comey case
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump lowers tariffs on coffee, beef and fruits, as Americans’ concerns about affordability grow

Trump lowers tariffs on coffee, beef and fruits, as Americans’ concerns about affordability grow

November 14, 2025
Trump lowers tariffs on coffee, beef and fruits, as Americans’ concerns about affordability grow
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Rocket attack in Syria's capital wounds 1 person and causes damage

State media report that rockets have hit a home in Syria's capital, Damascus, wounding several people and causing damage

November 14, 2025
Rocket attack in Syria's capital wounds 1 person and causes damage
Crime|Political|US

‘I am the one able to take him down’: New Epstein emails detail his soured view of former close friend Donald Trump

‘I am the one able to take him down’: New Epstein emails detail his soured view of former close friend Donald Trump

November 14, 2025
‘I am the one able to take him down’: New Epstein emails detail his soured view of former close friend Donald Trump
Crime|Political|US|World

US military's 20th strike on alleged drug-running boat kills 4 in the Caribbean

The U.S. military says its 20th strike on a boat accused of transporting drugs has killed four people in the Caribbean Sea

November 14, 2025
US military's 20th strike on alleged drug-running boat kills 4 in the Caribbean
Arts|Entertainment|Political|US

Buddy Holly crosswalk in Texas hometown to be removed following governor's order on road safety

A crosswalk honoring Buddy Holly with a painted depiction of the rock and roll legend's iconic glasses will have to be removed from his hometown of Lubbock, Texas

November 14, 2025
Buddy Holly crosswalk in Texas hometown to be removed following governor's order on road safety
Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

An 11-year-old Connecticut girl was starved to death. Court records reveal chilling allegations

The mother of an 11-year-old Connecticut girl who died from starvation has pleaded not guilty to murder and other charges

November 14, 2025
An 11-year-old Connecticut girl was starved to death. Court records reveal chilling allegations
Crime|Political|US|World

US Justice Department targets judicial 'obstacles' in immigration, antifa cases, email shows

The U.S.

November 14, 2025
US Justice Department targets judicial 'obstacles' in immigration, antifa cases, email shows
Business|Political|Technology|World

White House says Alibaba is helping Chinese military target US, FT reports

Washington has accused online marketplace company Alibaba of providing technological support for Chinese military operations against targets in the United States, the Financial

November 14, 2025
White House says Alibaba is helping Chinese military target US, FT reports
Crime|Political|World

Nearly two dozen arrested as faith leaders protest outside Chicago-area ICE facility

Nearly two dozen people were arrested as faith leaders protested on Friday outside a federal immigration facility near Chicago, authorities said,

November 14, 2025
Nearly two dozen arrested as faith leaders protest outside Chicago-area ICE facility
Business|Economy|Political|World

US to allow transactions involving Lukoil and Caspian Pipeline Consortium, website shows

The United States issued general licenses on Friday authorizing transactions involving certain Lukoil entities in Bulgaria and petroleum services and other transactions related

November 14, 2025
US to allow transactions involving Lukoil and Caspian Pipeline Consortium, website shows
Africa|Environment|Political|World

Rubio emphasizes importance of Sudan ceasefire in call with UAE counterpart

U.S.

November 14, 2025
Rubio emphasizes importance of Sudan ceasefire in call with UAE counterpart
Environment|MidEast|Political|World

UN says Israeli wall crosses Lebanon border

A survey conducted by the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon last month found that a wall built by the Israeli military crosses the Blue Line, the de facto border, a U.N

November 14, 2025
UN says Israeli wall crosses Lebanon border
Business|Economy|Political|World

IMF approves fresh, smaller $24 billion credit line for Mexico

The International Monetary Fund on Friday said its executive board had approved a new two-year, $24 billion flexible credit line for Mexico to act as a buffer against external risks, noting

November 14, 2025
IMF approves fresh, smaller $24 billion credit line for Mexico
MidEast|Political|Travel|World

South Africa to probe unexpected arrival of Palestinian group

South Africa granted entry to 130 Palestinians without travel papers after initially barring them but said it will examine accusations that an unregistered

November 14, 2025
South Africa to probe unexpected arrival of Palestinian group
Business|Economy|Political|World

US-Ukraine critical minerals fund hires advisers A&M to identify projects

The U.S. fund overseeing U.S.

November 14, 2025
US-Ukraine critical minerals fund hires advisers A&M to identify projects
Health|Political

Rev. Jesse Jackson hospitalized

Civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson has been hospitalized, according to a statement from the Rainbow PUSH Coalition. He’s under observation for a neurodegenerative condition, the organization said.

November 13, 2025
Rev. Jesse Jackson hospitalized
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

UK lobbying Poland to buy Swedish submarines, sources say

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is lobbying Poland to award a multi-billion-euro submarine purchase contract to Swedish defence group Saab that may include some

November 14, 2025
UK lobbying Poland to buy Swedish submarines, sources say
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Travel|US

FAA halves flight cuts to 3% as airlines push for end

The Federal Aviation Administration said Friday it halved a requirement that U.S. airlines reduce domestic flights at 40 major airports from 6% to 3% starting

November 14, 2025
FAA halves flight cuts to 3% as airlines push for end
Crime|Europe|Health|Political|World

Russian drone and missile attack on Kyiv kills 6 people and injures at least 35

Russia has launched a major missile and drone attack on Kyiv, killing six people and wounding at least 35, including a pregnant woman

November 14, 2025
Russian drone and missile attack on Kyiv kills 6 people and injures at least 35
Arts|Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Europe|Finance|Lifestyle|MidEast|Political|Science|Technology|US|World

Emails reveal Epstein's network of the rich and powerful despite sex offender status

Emails released by the House Oversight Committee reveal how Jeffrey Epstein maintained connections with influential figures despite his 2008 guilty plea to soliciting prostitution from an underage girl

November 14, 2025
Emails reveal Epstein's network of the rich and powerful despite sex offender status
Crime|Political|US|World

A judge ordered the release of hundreds arrested in Chicago’s immigration crackdown. What happens next?

A judge ordered the release of hundreds arrested in Chicago’s immigration crackdown. What happens next?

November 14, 2025
A judge ordered the release of hundreds arrested in Chicago’s immigration crackdown. What happens next?
Interview|Political|World

CNN Exclusive: President Maduro tells people in the US to unite with Venezuela for peace of the Americas

CNN's Stefano Pozzebon speaks with Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro during a rally in Caracas Thursday.

November 13, 2025
CNN Exclusive: President Maduro tells people in the US to unite with Venezuela for peace of the Americas
Business|Economy|Political|World

Court blocks new rules limiting which immigrants can get commercial drivers' licenses

The Transportation Department’s new restrictions that would severely limit which immigrants can get commercial driver’s licenses to drive a semitrailer truck or bus have been put on hold by a federal appeals court

November 14, 2025
Court blocks new rules limiting which immigrants can get commercial drivers' licenses
Crime|Election|Political|US

Fani Willis’ Georgia election interference case against Trump will carry on for now with new prosecutor

Fani Willis’ Georgia election interference case against Trump will carry on for now with new prosecutor

November 14, 2025
Fani Willis’ Georgia election interference case against Trump will carry on for now with new prosecutor
Political|Science|Technology|World

Exclusive: Department of Energy officials to meet with White House to tamp down Trump’s idea of explosive nuclear testing

Exclusive: Department of Energy officials to meet with White House to tamp down Trump’s idea of explosive nuclear testing

November 14, 2025
Exclusive: Department of Energy officials to meet with White House to tamp down Trump’s idea of explosive nuclear testing
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Political|US

Texas judge defers ruling on Kenvue dividend

A Texas judge on Friday deferred ruling on state Attorney General Ken Paxton's bid to temporarily block Kenvue from paying a dividend to its shareholders, in connection with his lawsuit

November 14, 2025
Texas judge defers ruling on Kenvue dividend
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

The Trump administration is lowering its mega tariffs on Switzerland

The Trump administration is lowering its mega tariffs on Switzerland

November 14, 2025
The Trump administration is lowering its mega tariffs on Switzerland
Business|Economy|Political|World

Here's who broke ranks on vote to end government shutdown

The House has approved a bill to end the longest government shutdown in US history. President Donald Trump must now sign the funding package to officially reopen the government.

November 12, 2025
Here's who broke ranks on vote to end government shutdown
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

US drops Biden plan to require passenger compensation for delayed flights

President Donald Trump's administration said on Friday it was formally withdrawing a plan by his predecessor to require airlines to pay passengers cash

November 14, 2025
US drops Biden plan to require passenger compensation for delayed flights
Africa|Election|Finance|Political|World

Central African court lets two ex-PMs stand against Touadera in vote

Central African Republic President Faustin-Archange Touadera will face six rivals in a presidential election on December 28, after a court rejected attempts to bar two former prime

November 14, 2025
Central African court lets two ex-PMs stand against Touadera in vote
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Cyprus urges Turkey to drop two-state demand to advance EU bid

Cyprus said on Friday Turkey must drop its insistence on a two-state solution for the divided island if it hopes to make progress on its long-stalled bid to join the European Union.

November 14, 2025
Cyprus urges Turkey to drop two-state demand to advance EU bid
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Palestinians return for prayers in West Bank mosque after settler attack

Palestinians in a village in the Israeli-occupied West Bank held weekly communal prayers on Friday after clearing insulting graffiti, broken glass and burn marks from a mosque

November 14, 2025
Palestinians return for prayers in West Bank mosque after settler attack
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Italy's Salvini says aid to Ukraine may fuel corruption

Italy's Deputy Prime Minister Matteo Salvini said on Friday providing more aid to Ukraine would not help end the war with Russia and could "fuel

November 14, 2025
Italy's Salvini says aid to Ukraine may fuel corruption
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Pakistan arrests 4 militants in connection to suicide bombing at Islamabad court

Pakistan's government says it has arrested four militants over their alleged involvement in a deadly suicide bombing outside a district court in the capital

November 14, 2025
Pakistan arrests 4 militants in connection to suicide bombing at Islamabad court
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Health|Political|World

New photo released to mark King Charles III’s 77th birthday

New photo released to mark King Charles III’s 77th birthday

November 14, 2025
New photo released to mark King Charles III’s 77th birthday
Environment|Health|Political|World

Heavy rainfall floods the camps of displaced Palestinians in Gaza

Heavy rainfall floods the camps of displaced Palestinians in Gaza

November 14, 2025
Heavy rainfall floods the camps of displaced Palestinians in Gaza
Africa|Political|World

Central African Republic leader cleared for third term in key vote followed closely by Russia

The Central African Republic’s top court has cleared President Faustin Archange Touadera to run in December’s election

November 14, 2025
Central African Republic leader cleared for third term in key vote followed closely by Russia
Business|Economy|Political|Technology

Trump brothers-backed American Bitcoin swings to profit on margin expansion

American Bitcoin, backed by two of U.S.

November 14, 2025
Trump brothers-backed American Bitcoin swings to profit on margin expansion
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

US reaches trade deal with Switzerland, USTR says

The Trump administration has reached a trade deal with Switzerland and will provide details on the White House website later on Friday, U.S.

November 14, 2025
US reaches trade deal with Switzerland, USTR says
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

South Africa will hand G20 over to US 'empty chair', president says

President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Friday South Africa will symbolically hand over the G20 presidency to an "empty chair" in the absence of U.S. leadership

November 14, 2025
South Africa will hand G20 over to US 'empty chair', president says
Africa|Environment|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Tens of thousands of displaced people missing in Sudan's Darfur, UN says

Tens of thousands of people who have fled the Sudanese city of al-Fashir are unaccounted for, the U.N. refugee agency said on Friday, raising concerns for their safety

November 14, 2025
Tens of thousands of displaced people missing in Sudan's Darfur, UN says
Business|Economy|Political|World

US Treasury, Taiwan reaffirm pledges against currency manipulation

The U.S.

November 14, 2025
US Treasury, Taiwan reaffirm pledges against currency manipulation
Economy|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Russia plans to make up to 120,000 glide bombs this year, Ukrainian intelligence says

Russia plans to manufacture up to 120,000 of its cheap and devastating glide bombs this year, a senior Ukrainian intelligence official said,

November 14, 2025
Russia plans to make up to 120,000 glide bombs this year, Ukrainian intelligence says
Business|Economy|Political|World

US trade chief says Trump now ready to issue tariff exemptions on some food products

U.S.

November 14, 2025
US trade chief says Trump now ready to issue tariff exemptions on some food products
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Jordan's king and Indonesia's leader hold talks on economic ties and Gaza

Jordan’s king and Indonesia's leader have held talks as the two longtime friends agreed to strengthen military cooperation and economic ties between the two Muslim-majority nations

November 14, 2025
Jordan's king and Indonesia's leader hold talks on economic ties and Gaza
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU considers training 3,000 Palestinian police officers from Gaza

European Union foreign ministers will discuss next week a proposal for the bloc to take the lead in training 3,000 Palestinian police officers with the aim of later

November 14, 2025
EU considers training 3,000 Palestinian police officers from Gaza
Business|Economy|Political|World

UK's commitment to fiscal rules crucial for credit rating, Fitch says

The UK government's commitment to its own fiscal rules to balance the budget by 2029/30 remains vital for the country's AA- credit rating, credit agency Fitch said.

November 14, 2025
UK's commitment to fiscal rules crucial for credit rating, Fitch says
Economy|Health|Political

Clash over healthcare subsidies threatens to reshape 2026 midterms

For Larry Jackson, a Donald Trump-backing Republican hoping to

November 14, 2025
Clash over healthcare subsidies threatens to reshape 2026 midterms
Americas|Crime|Political|World

As crime surges, Ecuador to vote on return of foreign military bases

Ecuadoreans grappling with a surge in violent crime will head to the polls on Sunday to decide whether to allow the return of foreign military bases — which

November 14, 2025
As crime surges, Ecuador to vote on return of foreign military bases
Asia|Political|World

China warns Japan of 'crushing' defeat, tells Chinese citizens to shun visits

China on Friday warned Japan of a "crushing" military defeat if it uses force to intervene over Taiwan, and even cautioned Chinese citizens against visits to Japan,

November 14, 2025
China warns Japan of 'crushing' defeat, tells Chinese citizens to shun visits
Asia|Crime|Political|World

China's foreign minister extends condolences to India, Pakistan over deadly blasts

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi extended condolences to his Indian counterpart Subrahmanyam Jaishankar over a deadly car blast in Delhi earlier this week, the official Xinhua news

November 14, 2025
China's foreign minister extends condolences to India, Pakistan over deadly blasts
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukrainian attack halts oil exports from Russia's Novo, affecting 2% of global supply, sources say

Russia's Black Sea port of Novorossiysk temporarily suspended oil exports - equivalent to 2.2 million barrels per day, or 2% of global supply - on Friday, according to industry

November 14, 2025
Ukrainian attack halts oil exports from Russia's Novo, affecting 2% of global supply, sources say
Africa|Crime|Political|World

UN rights council adopts fact-finding mission in emergency session on Sudan

Members of the U.N.

November 14, 2025
UN rights council adopts fact-finding mission in emergency session on Sudan
Europe|Political|World

Russia dismisses German general's comments about Russia attacking NATO as fear-mongering

The Russian Foreign Ministry on Friday dismissed a German general's comments about the possibility of conflict between Moscow and Germany as baseless fear-mongering.

November 14, 2025
Russia dismisses German general's comments about Russia attacking NATO as fear-mongering
Europe|Political|World

Russia says North Korean troops play key role in de-mining its Kursk region

North Korean troops who helped Russia repel a major Ukrainian incursion into its western Kursk region are now playing an important role in clearing the area of mines, the

November 14, 2025
Russia says North Korean troops play key role in de-mining its Kursk region
Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World

Chile's presidential elections: Who is running and what is at stake

Chileans will head to the ballot box on Sunday to elect a new president in a vote that is pitting the governing leftist coalition against an array of right-wing

November 14, 2025
Chile's presidential elections: Who is running and what is at stake
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

Weapons makers have 'conned' US military into buying expensive equipment, Army Secretary says

Large defense companies have "conned" the U.S. military into buying expensive equipment when cheaper commercial options would have been available, U.S.

November 14, 2025
Weapons makers have 'conned' US military into buying expensive equipment, Army Secretary says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

UK's Reeves abandons plans to raise income tax rates, roiling markets

British finance minister Rachel Reeves has no plans to raise income tax rates in this month's budget due to improved fiscal

November 13, 2025
UK's Reeves abandons plans to raise income tax rates, roiling markets
Economy|Health|Political|US

Republicans scramble for health care plan, as Democrats eye midterm battle

Republicans scramble for health care plan, as Democrats eye midterm battle

November 14, 2025
Republicans scramble for health care plan, as Democrats eye midterm battle
Business|Economy|Political|Travel

The government has reopened. What’s that mean for air travel?

The government has reopened. What’s that mean for air travel?

November 14, 2025
The government has reopened. What’s that mean for air travel?
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Iran seizes tanker in Strait of Hormuz, US official says, as tensions remain high in region

Iran seized a Marshall Islands-flagged oil tanker as it traveled through the narrow Strait of Hormuz on Friday

November 14, 2025
Iran seizes tanker in Strait of Hormuz, US official says, as tensions remain high in region
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Pakistan's top court meets after two judges quit in protest at 'grave assault' on constitution

Pakistan’s top court called a meeting of all judges on Friday, after parliament passed a constitutional amendment this week that curbed its remit, prompting two judges to quit,

November 14, 2025
Pakistan's top court meets after two judges quit in protest at 'grave assault' on constitution
Crime|Political|World

Azerbaijan seeks sentences of up to life for Karabakh ex-separatist officials

Azerbaijani prosecutors said they would seek sentences of up to life in prison for 15 ex-leaders and officials in Nagorno-Karabakh, two years after Baku retook the region that had been

November 14, 2025
Azerbaijan seeks sentences of up to life for Karabakh ex-separatist officials
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia pounds Ukraine with drones and missiles, killing eight and hitting energy sites

Russia launched a heavy drone and missile attack on Ukraine early on Friday, killing six people in Kyiv and two more in the south in strikes on

November 13, 2025
Russia pounds Ukraine with drones and missiles, killing eight and hitting energy sites
Health|Political|World

Indonesia says its Gaza peacekeepers would focus on health, infrastructure tasks

Indonesia has trained up to 20,000 troops to take on health and construction-related tasks during a planned peacekeeping operation in the war-torn enclave of Gaza, the defence

November 14, 2025
Indonesia says its Gaza peacekeepers would focus on health, infrastructure tasks
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

UK's Reeves does not plan to raise income tax, government source says

British finance minister Rachel Reeves does not plan to raise income tax at her upcoming annual budget on November 26 due to an improved fiscal outlook, a government source said on

November 14, 2025
UK's Reeves does not plan to raise income tax, government source says
Business|Entertainment|Political|World

UK culture minister welcomes BBC apology to Trump

British culture minister Lisa Nandy said on Friday it was right that the BBC had apologised to U.S. President Donald Trump over a documentary his lawyers called defamatory.

November 14, 2025
UK culture minister welcomes BBC apology to Trump
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Modi’s alliance set to easily win Indian Hindi heartland vote

By Krishna N.

November 14, 2025
Modi’s alliance set to easily win Indian Hindi heartland vote
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

US approves potential $330 million arms sale to Taiwan, first under Trump

The U.S. approved the sale of fighter jet and other aircraft parts to Taiwan for $330 million on Thursday, marking the first such transaction since President

November 14, 2025
US approves potential $330 million arms sale to Taiwan, first under Trump
Business|Economy|Political|World

Hamas quietly reasserts control in Gaza as post-war talks grind on

From regulating the price of chicken to levying fees on cigarettes, Hamas is seeking to widen control over Gaza as U.S. plans for its future slowly take shape,

November 14, 2025
Hamas quietly reasserts control in Gaza as post-war talks grind on
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Technology|World

Google offers EU to change adtech policy, no divestment

Alphabet's Google has offered to make it easier for publishers and advertisers to use its online advertising technology, defying EU antitrust regulators' call for

November 14, 2025
Google offers EU to change adtech policy, no divestment
Crime|Political|World

Bangladesh on edge ahead of verdict in ousted PM Hasina's trial

Two crude bombs exploded near Dhaka airport on Thursday night, deepening tensions as Bangladesh awaits Monday’s verdict in a domestic war crimes case against ousted former Prime

November 14, 2025
Bangladesh on edge ahead of verdict in ousted PM Hasina's trial
Asia|Political|Travel|World

China plays up image of reliable partner as foreign monarchs visit

Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Friday rolled out the red carpet for the first Thai monarch to visit China since ties were established 50 years ago, seizing the chance to

November 14, 2025
China plays up image of reliable partner as foreign monarchs visit
Crime|Political|US

Bill Pulte refers Rep. Eric Swalwell to the Justice Department over mortgage fraud allegations

Bill Pulte refers Rep. Eric Swalwell to the Justice Department over mortgage fraud allegations

November 13, 2025
Bill Pulte refers Rep. Eric Swalwell to the Justice Department over mortgage fraud allegations
Crime|Political|US|Videos|World

Using detainees and prisoners as photo props has a long history in American politics

Photos and video of immigrants in custody have been a hallmark of President Donald Trump’s administration, and illustrate his agenda to crack down on immigration

November 14, 2025
Using detainees and prisoners as photo props has a long history in American politics
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Japan's fight with yen bears dulled by Takaichi's doves

As Japanese authorities once again battle a slide in the yen, their efforts this time are struggling for traction, undermined by new prime minister Sanae Takaichi's

November 14, 2025
Japan's fight with yen bears dulled by Takaichi's doves
Business|Economy|Political|World

US, South Korea release details of trade deal

Here are some of the details released on Friday by the U.S. and South Korea on a trade deal. The two countries released a joint fact sheet on the summit meeting last month between U.S.

October 29, 2025
US, South Korea release details of trade deal
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

US hires 50,000 federal workers under Trump, boosting immigration roles

The U.S. government has hired 50,000 employees since President Donald Trump took office, his top personnel official said, with the new staff largely in national

November 14, 2025
US hires 50,000 federal workers under Trump, boosting immigration roles
Business|Education|Political|US|World

US Catholic bishops condemn Trump administration's immigration enforcement

The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops has issued a rare condemnation of U.S.

November 14, 2025
US Catholic bishops condemn Trump administration's immigration enforcement
Health|Political|World

Chicago civil rights leader Jesse Jackson hospitalized for rare neurological disorder

The Rev. Jesse Jackson is in the hospital with a rare neurological disorder

November 13, 2025
Chicago civil rights leader Jesse Jackson hospitalized for rare neurological disorder
Arts|Asia|Crime|Political|World

The phone notes that reveal an alleged plan to bait Kim Jong Un with drones

The phone notes that reveal an alleged plan to bait Kim Jong Un with drones

November 14, 2025
The phone notes that reveal an alleged plan to bait Kim Jong Un with drones
Business|Economy|Political|World

Highlights of US framework trade deals with Argentina, Ecuador, El Salvador and Guatemala

The United States on Thursday announced framework agreements with Argentina, Ecuador, El Salvador and Guatemala that will see Washington

November 14, 2025
Highlights of US framework trade deals with Argentina, Ecuador, El Salvador and Guatemala
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Trump administration revokes Biden-era limits on Alaska oil drilling

The Trump administration on Thursday finalized its rollback of Biden-era limits on oil and gas drilling in an Alaska area that is the nation's largest tract of undisturbed public land.

November 13, 2025
Trump administration revokes Biden-era limits on Alaska oil drilling
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

Florida man executed for the 1979 killing of a girl, 6, who was abducted from her bedroom

A man convicted of killing a 6-year-old girl he abducted from her bedroom has been executed in Florida

November 13, 2025
Florida man executed for the 1979 killing of a girl, 6, who was abducted from her bedroom
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump to deploy immigration agents to Charlotte as soon as Saturday, sheriff says

The Trump administration will deploy federal immigration agents to Charlotte, North Carolina, as soon as Saturday or the beginning of next week, the local sheriff said on

November 13, 2025
Trump to deploy immigration agents to Charlotte as soon as Saturday, sheriff says
Arts|Crime|Economy|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|Technology|US|World

Crash victims' families appeal US judge's decision to dismiss Boeing criminal case

Families of some victims of two Boeing 737 MAX plane crashes that killed 346 people asked a U.S. appeals court on Thursday to reverse a judge's decision to

November 13, 2025
Crash victims' families appeal US judge's decision to dismiss Boeing criminal case
Business|Economy|Political|World

Brazil expects US to answer proposal regarding tariffs possibly as soon as Friday, minister says

The United States is analyzing the negotiation proposal sent by Brazil regarding tariffs and a response is expected soon, the Brazilian foreign minister said on Thursday, citing

November 13, 2025
Brazil expects US to answer proposal regarding tariffs possibly as soon as Friday, minister says
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump will attend Davos forum in 2026, White House official says

U.S. President Donald Trump will attend the World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland, next year, according to a White House official.

November 13, 2025
Trump will attend Davos forum in 2026, White House official says
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

UK's jobs downturn abates slightly ahead of budget, survey shows

The downturn in Britain's labour market abated slightly last month as recruiters reported the first increase in demand for temporary staff in over a year, a survey

November 14, 2025
UK's jobs downturn abates slightly ahead of budget, survey shows
Crime|Election|Political|US

Ingrassia serving in new role in Trump administration after withdrawing nomination for whistleblower office

Ingrassia serving in new role in Trump administration after withdrawing nomination for whistleblower office

November 13, 2025
Ingrassia serving in new role in Trump administration after withdrawing nomination for whistleblower office
Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Political

These Norman Rockwell sketches once hung in the White House. On Friday, they're up for auction

The White House Historical Association is hoping to reclaim a series of sketches by American painter and illustrator Norman Rockwell that once hung in the West Wing

November 14, 2025
These Norman Rockwell sketches once hung in the White House. On Friday, they're up for auction
Political|World

Trump briefed this week on options for military operations in Venezuela

Trump briefed this week on options for military operations in Venezuela

November 13, 2025
Trump briefed this week on options for military operations in Venezuela
Business|Economy|Political|World

Cuba accuses US-funded media outlet of economic terrorism, manipulating exchange rate

Cuba on Thursday alleged that U.S.-funded media outlet El Toque was manipulating Cuba's informal exchange rate to foment unrest on the island at a time when a

November 13, 2025
Cuba accuses US-funded media outlet of economic terrorism, manipulating exchange rate
Political|World

Israel says militants have returned remains of 1 of the last 4 hostages in Gaza

Israel says militants have handed over one of the last four remaining hostages taken during the 2023 attack that launched the war in Gaza

November 13, 2025
Israel says militants have returned remains of 1 of the last 4 hostages in Gaza
Americas|Crime|Political|World

US announces military operation to counter drug trafficking in Western Hemisphere

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Thursday announced a U.S. military operation that he said would target "narco-terrorists" in the Western Hemisphere.

November 13, 2025
US announces military operation to counter drug trafficking in Western Hemisphere
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Food|Health|Political

You can end a shutdown overnight — but you can’t reopen a government that fast

The longest government shutdown in U.S. history may be officially over, but getting everything back up and running won't happen all at once

November 13, 2025
You can end a shutdown overnight — but you can’t reopen a government that fast
Political|World

Russia proposes its own UN resolution on Gaza in challenge to US draft

Russia on Thursday proposed its own draft of a U.N. resolution on Gaza in a challenge to a U.S. effort to pass its own text at the Security

November 13, 2025
Russia proposes its own UN resolution on Gaza in challenge to US draft
Crime|Political|US|World

US military carried out 20th strike on alleged drug boats, killing 4, official says

US military carried out 20th strike on alleged drug boats, killing 4, official says

November 13, 2025
US military carried out 20th strike on alleged drug boats, killing 4, official says
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump administration says it has trade frameworks with Argentina, Ecuador, El Salvador and Guatemala

The Trump administration has announced trade frameworks with Argentina, Ecuador, El Salvador, and Guatemala

November 13, 2025
Trump administration says it has trade frameworks with Argentina, Ecuador, El Salvador and Guatemala
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump's next immigration crackdown will target Charlotte, North Carolina, a sheriff says

Charlotte, North Carolina, is the latest U.S. city preparing for a potential immigration crackdown by the Trump administration

November 13, 2025
Trump's next immigration crackdown will target Charlotte, North Carolina, a sheriff says
Americas|Political|US|World

CNN exclusive: Maduro tells people in the US to unite with Venezuela for peace of the Americas

CNN exclusive: Maduro tells people in the US to unite with Venezuela for peace of the Americas

November 13, 2025
CNN exclusive: Maduro tells people in the US to unite with Venezuela for peace of the Americas
Business|Entertainment|Political|World

BBC apologizes to Trump over its misleading edit, but says there's no basis for a defamation claim

The BBC has apologized to U.S. President Donald Trump over a misleading edit of his speech on Jan. 6, 2021 but said it strongly disagreed that there was a basis for a defamation lawsuit

November 13, 2025
BBC apologizes to Trump over its misleading edit, but says there's no basis for a defamation claim
Political|World

US proposal at the UN for Gaza stabilization force faces concerns from Russia, China and Arabs

A U.S. proposal to provide a United Nations mandate for an international stabilization force in Gaza is facing opposition from Russia, China and some Arab countries

November 13, 2025
US proposal at the UN for Gaza stabilization force faces concerns from Russia, China and Arabs
Health|Political|US|World

US Senator Fetterman hospitalized after fall but is doing well, spokesperson says

U.S. Democratic Senator John Fetterman was hospitalized on Thursday after falling during an early morning walk, but is doing well and receiving routine observation, his spokesperson said.

November 13, 2025
US Senator Fetterman hospitalized after fall but is doing well, spokesperson says
MidEast|Political|World

Iran asks UN to hold US accountable for directing Israel's summer strikes

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi called for the United Nations to impose "appropriate measures" against the United States and Israel over military strikes in June

November 13, 2025
Iran asks UN to hold US accountable for directing Israel's summer strikes
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

White House hosts oil, biofuel talks as Trump administration nears decision on refinery waivers

The White House this week held separate meetings with oil refiners and biofuel producers as it seeks to resolve a long-running dispute over billions of gallons of U.S.

November 13, 2025
White House hosts oil, biofuel talks as Trump administration nears decision on refinery waivers
Economy|Political|US|World

The longest US government shutdowns

The U.S. government shutdown ended on its 43rd day on Thursday, the longest in history and breaking a record set in 2019 during President Donald Trump's first term in office.

October 01, 2025
The longest US government shutdowns
Asia|Political|World

North Korea's foreign minister opposes G7 push for denuclearisation, KCNA says

North Korea's foreign minister Choe Son Hui denounced the joint statement released by G7 countries, state media KCNA reported on Friday, saying she opposed their push for the complete

November 13, 2025
North Korea's foreign minister opposes G7 push for denuclearisation, KCNA says
Economy|Health|Political|World

Federal workers question whether the longest government shutdown was worth their sacrifice

Federal workers are expressing relief and frustration as the longest government shutdown has come to an end

November 13, 2025
Federal workers question whether the longest government shutdown was worth their sacrifice
Business|Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political

Bookstore faces city action over homeless encampment

Bookstore faces city action over homeless encampment

November 13, 2025
Bookstore faces city action over homeless encampment
Business|Crime|Political|Sports|World

British billionaire Joe Lewis is pardoned by Trump for insider trading and conspiracy crimes

British billionaire Joe Lewis, whose family trust owns the Tottenham Hotspur soccer club, has been pardoned by President Donald Trump

November 13, 2025
British billionaire Joe Lewis is pardoned by Trump for insider trading and conspiracy crimes
Americas|Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Canada spy agency says it foiled potentially 'lethal threats' by Iran

Canada's domestic spy agency this year foiled potentially lethal threats by Iran directed against people whom Tehran sees as enemies, the agency's head said in a rare speech on

November 13, 2025
Canada spy agency says it foiled potentially 'lethal threats' by Iran
Business|Economy|Political|US

US to pay $10,000 bonuses for exemplary TSA officers during shutdown

The head of the U.S.

November 13, 2025
US to pay $10,000 bonuses for exemplary TSA officers during shutdown
Crime|Europe|Political|World

US designates four groups in Europe as terrorists, calls them 'violent Antifa'

The United States on Thursday designated four entities in Germany, Italy and Greece as global terrorists, accusing them of being "violent Antifa groups" as

November 13, 2025
US designates four groups in Europe as terrorists, calls them 'violent Antifa'
Political|US|World

Trump administration sues California over new redistricting maps

U.S.

November 13, 2025
Trump administration sues California over new redistricting maps
Business|Economy|Political

Living costs, mortgages on the menu at White House dinner with top execs, sources say

Rising living costs and expanding home ownership were among the issues U.S.

November 13, 2025
Living costs, mortgages on the menu at White House dinner with top execs, sources say
Economy|Election|Political|US|World

Justice Department sues to block California US House map in clash that could tip control of Congress

The Justice Department has sued to block new congressional district boundaries approved by California voters, joining a legal battle that could determine which party wins control of the U.S. House in 2026

November 13, 2025
Justice Department sues to block California US House map in clash that could tip control of Congress
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Saudi to bolster trade with Lebanon after drug smuggling curbed

Saudi Arabia plans imminently to boost commercial ties with Lebanon after Lebanese authorities demonstrated "efficacy" in curbing drug smuggling to the kingdom over

November 13, 2025
Saudi to bolster trade with Lebanon after drug smuggling curbed
Crime|Political|US|World

Judge orders release of hundreds arrested in Illinois immigration crackdown

Judge orders release of hundreds arrested in Illinois immigration crackdown

November 12, 2025
Judge orders release of hundreds arrested in Illinois immigration crackdown
Health|Political|Science|Technology

Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman hospitalized after fall, his office says

U.S. Sen. John Fetterman had what his office says was a “ventricular fibrillation flare-up” that caused him to feel light-headed and fall during an early morning walk

November 13, 2025
Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman hospitalized after fall, his office says
Business|Education|Health|Political|World

Melania Trump launches new 'Fostering the Future' effort to support foster youth with jobs, school

First lady Melania Trump is leading a new initiative to improve career and education opportunities for children raised in foster care

November 13, 2025
Melania Trump launches new 'Fostering the Future' effort to support foster youth with jobs, school
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Trump administration finalizes plan to open pristine Alaska wildlife refuge to oil and gas drilling

The Trump administration has finalized a plan to open the coastal plain of Alaska’s Arctic National Wildlife Refuge to oil and gas drilling, renewing long-simmering debate over whether to drill in one of the nation’s most sensitive wilderness areas

October 23, 2025
Trump administration finalizes plan to open pristine Alaska wildlife refuge to oil and gas drilling
Crime|Political|US|World

After being denied a meeting with Alina Habba, a person ransacked the New Jersey federal prosecutor’s office building

After being denied a meeting with Alina Habba, a person ransacked the New Jersey federal prosecutor’s office building

November 13, 2025
After being denied a meeting with Alina Habba, a person ransacked the New Jersey federal prosecutor’s office building
Crime|Europe|Political|World

‘I can’t take any more of this,’ then-Prince Andrew wrote during Epstein scandal, emails reveal

New emails released in the Jeffrey Epstein scandal have renewed sexual assault allegations against the man once known as Prince Andrew

November 13, 2025
‘I can’t take any more of this,’ then-Prince Andrew wrote during Epstein scandal, emails reveal
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

Pointed questions and gasps in courtroom: Takeaways from hearing on fate of Trump’s handpicked prosecutor Lindsey Halligan

Pointed questions and gasps in courtroom: Takeaways from hearing on fate of Trump’s handpicked prosecutor Lindsey Halligan

November 13, 2025
Pointed questions and gasps in courtroom: Takeaways from hearing on fate of Trump’s handpicked prosecutor Lindsey Halligan
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Trump administration designates 4 left-wing European networks as terrorist organizations

President Donald Trump's administration is designating four left-wing European networks as terrorist organizations

November 13, 2025
Trump administration designates 4 left-wing European networks as terrorist organizations
MidEast|Political|World

Syria reopens embassy in London after more than a decade

Syria’s foreign minister has reopened the country’s embassy in London after more than a decade

November 13, 2025
Syria reopens embassy in London after more than a decade
Business|Economy|Political|World

German budget committee passes 2026 defence budget, defence ministry says

Germany's budget committee approved on Thursday the defence budget and the economic plan for the Bundeswehr special fund for 2026, with a total volume of more than 108 billion euros

November 13, 2025
German budget committee passes 2026 defence budget, defence ministry says
Europe|Political|World

German ruling parties reach compromise on military service

Germany's coalition partners announced a compromise on Thursday over new rules on military service, a key element in a wider drive to rebuild the country's shrunken armed forces.

November 13, 2025
German ruling parties reach compromise on military service
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy visits troops near Zaporizhzhia front as Russian pressure mounts

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy visited troops near Ukraine's southeastern front on Thursday, warning of the need to shore up the lines after

November 13, 2025
Zelenskiy visits troops near Zaporizhzhia front as Russian pressure mounts
Political

House Democrat accuses fellow Democrat of attempting to ‘anoint an heir’ in surprise floor move

House Democrat accuses fellow Democrat of attempting to ‘anoint an heir’ in surprise floor move

November 13, 2025
House Democrat accuses fellow Democrat of attempting to ‘anoint an heir’ in surprise floor move
Health|Political|US

Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman hospitalized after fall but ‘doing well,’ spokesperson says

Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman hospitalized after fall but ‘doing well,’ spokesperson says

November 13, 2025
Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman hospitalized after fall but ‘doing well,’ spokesperson says
Economy|Political|World

IMF says market conditions are opportunity for Argentina to accumulate reserves

Current benign international financial market conditions are an opportunity for Argentina to accelerate its accumulation of international reserves, the International Monetary Fund said on

November 13, 2025
IMF says market conditions are opportunity for Argentina to accumulate reserves
Europe|Political|World

Italy's Meloni vows to press on with Albania migrant camp scheme

Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Thursday vowed to relaunch a plan to detain migrants in Albania, a flagship initiative of her conservative government that has

November 13, 2025
Italy's Meloni vows to press on with Albania migrant camp scheme
Business|Economy|Political|World

Portuguese government calls for labour reform dialogue as strike looms

Portugal's minority centre-right government said on Thursday it was open to talks with unions, which have called a general strike next month over a planned overhaul of labour laws

November 13, 2025
Portuguese government calls for labour reform dialogue as strike looms
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US government opens back up but deep political divisions remain

The U.S. government is due to lumber back to life on Thursday after the longest shutdown in U.S. history snarled air traffic, cut food

November 13, 2025
US government opens back up but deep political divisions remain
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Justice Gorsuch to co-author children’s book about the Declaration of Independence

Justice Gorsuch to co-author children’s book about the Declaration of Independence

November 13, 2025
Justice Gorsuch to co-author children’s book about the Declaration of Independence
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

EU renews demand that Ukraine crack down on corruption in wake of major energy scandal

European Union officials are warning Ukraine that it must keep cracking down on graft in the wake of a major corruption scandal that could hurt the country’s ability to attract financial help

November 13, 2025
EU renews demand that Ukraine crack down on corruption in wake of major energy scandal
Arts|Crime|Europe|Political|World

British commentator Sami Hamdi mulling possibility of taking legal action against US over detention

British political commentator Sami Hamdi has said on his arrival back in the U.K. that he was considering suing U.S. authorities for his detention in an immigration detention center

November 13, 2025
British commentator Sami Hamdi mulling possibility of taking legal action against US over detention
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty|Interview|Lifestyle|Political

From gowns to pantsuits, Michelle Obama explains her iconic fashion picks in a new book, 'The Look'

Michelle Obama says that on any day during the eight years she was first lady of the United States, she could go from giving a speech to meeting with a foreign counterpart to digging in her vegetable garden with schoolchildren

November 13, 2025
From gowns to pantsuits, Michelle Obama explains her iconic fashion picks in a new book, 'The Look'
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

UK pro-Palestinian commentator lands back in Britain after release from US detention

British pro-Palestinian political commentator Sami Hamdi landed back in London on Thursday after being released from the United States, where he spent more than two weeks in

November 13, 2025
UK pro-Palestinian commentator lands back in Britain after release from US detention
Economy|Europe|Political|World

IMF to start mission to Ukraine soon, stresses need for anti-corruption efforts

The International Monetary Fund will soon begin a staff mission to Ukraine to discuss its financing needs and a potential new lending program,

November 13, 2025
IMF to start mission to Ukraine soon, stresses need for anti-corruption efforts
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Young Ukrainian men needed at home, Germany's Merz tells Zelenskiy

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy that he needed to ensure that young men from Ukraine do not come to Germany in large numbers, in what he

November 13, 2025
Young Ukrainian men needed at home, Germany's Merz tells Zelenskiy
Europe|Political|World

Turkey says two-state solution is most realistic option for Cyprus

President Tayyip Erdogan said on Thursday that Turkey believes the most realistic way to resolve political deadlock over Cyprus is to have two states on the ethnically-split island.

November 13, 2025
Turkey says two-state solution is most realistic option for Cyprus
Africa|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Top adviser to Sudan's paramilitary leader says Rubio's comments hinder truce efforts

A senior adviser to the Sudanese paramilitary group Rapid Support Forces says U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s comments calling for a halt to the flow of military support coming to the RSF from abroad may jeopardize global efforts aimed at reaching a ceasefire

November 13, 2025
Top adviser to Sudan's paramilitary leader says Rubio's comments hinder truce efforts
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US October employment report will not include jobless rate, Hassett says

White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett said on Thursday the government would release the closely watched employment report for October, but without the jobless rate after a

November 13, 2025
US October employment report will not include jobless rate, Hassett says
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Democrats more energized for 2026 elections than Republicans, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

Democrats appear more fired up than Republicans about voting in next year's congressional elections following the party's victories in recent state and local

November 13, 2025
Democrats more energized for 2026 elections than Republicans, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
Business|Crime|Election|Finance|Political|US

See the newly released private emails where Epstein mentioned Trump

Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender whose death by suicide spawned intense scrutiny of the high-profile people he knew, mentioned President Donald Trump by name multiple times in private correspondence over the last 15 years with an associate and an author in Trump’s orbit, according to newly released emails from Democrats on the House Oversight Committee.

November 12, 2025
See the newly released private emails where Epstein mentioned Trump
Africa|Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

Aid agencies 'nowhere close' to meeting needs for displaced Sudanese, IOM chief says

The funding gap for aid agencies is accentuating Sudan's crisis, leaving them unable to help many of the tens of thousands of people fleeing from the Darfur city of al-

November 13, 2025
Aid agencies 'nowhere close' to meeting needs for displaced Sudanese, IOM chief says
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

US October employment report will not include jobless rate, Hassett says

White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett said on Thursday the government would release the closely watched employment report for October, but without the jobless rate after a

November 13, 2025
US October employment report will not include jobless rate, Hassett says
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Political

Why rural Maine may back Democrat Graham Platner’s populism in the Senate campaign − but not his party

Whether Maine’s Graham Platner wins or loses, his campaign to knock off longtime GOP Sen. Susan Collins already points to a deeper question: Can Democrats do more than rent rural authenticity?

November 13, 2025
Why rural Maine may back Democrat Graham Platner’s populism in the Senate campaign − but not his party
Crime|Political|World

Israeli settlers torch a mosque and scrawl hateful messages despite official condemnation

Israeli settlers have torched and defaced a mosque in a Palestinian village in the central West Bank

November 13, 2025
Israeli settlers torch a mosque and scrawl hateful messages despite official condemnation
Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU finance ministers agree using frozen Russian assets most effective way to fund Ukraine

By Bart H.

November 13, 2025
EU finance ministers agree using frozen Russian assets most effective way to fund Ukraine
Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU funnels fresh money to Ukraine for Naftogaz

Europe's top development banks and Ukrainian energy firm Naftogaz signed a deal on Thursday to provide hundreds of millions of euros to secure Ukraine's natural gas supply amid the

November 13, 2025
EU funnels fresh money to Ukraine for Naftogaz
Africa|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Paramilitary force pushes east in new escalation of Sudan's war

The paramilitary force battling the army in Sudan's civil war is shifting its focus eastward after consolidating its grip over Darfur last month, reigniting violence and

November 13, 2025
Paramilitary force pushes east in new escalation of Sudan's war
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Norway wealth fund may invest in top defence firms after 21-year ban

Unnerved by the Ukraine war and U.S.

November 13, 2025
Norway wealth fund may invest in top defence firms after 21-year ban
Arts|Europe|Political|Travel|World

Display about Black soldiers in World War II removed from US military cemetery

Display about Black soldiers in World War II removed from US military cemetery

November 13, 2025
Display about Black soldiers in World War II removed from US military cemetery
Economy|Political|Technology|World

Top Democrats slam Trump for delaying export curbs on China

Top Senate Democrats including Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer took aim at the Trump administration for suspending a measure that blocked thousands of

November 13, 2025
Top Democrats slam Trump for delaying export curbs on China
Crime|MidEast|Political|Sports|World

Pakistan deploys army to protect Sri Lankan cricketers

Pakistan has deployed army and paramilitary forces to protect Sri Lanka's cricket team after a deadly suicide bombing in Islamabad raised security concerns during

November 13, 2025
Pakistan deploys army to protect Sri Lankan cricketers
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|Technology|World

EU investigates Google over concerns content is unfairly demoted in search results

European Union regulators are investigating Google for allegedly demoting media publishers' content in search results

November 13, 2025
EU investigates Google over concerns content is unfairly demoted in search results
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Regional Fed banks could be next front in Trump's pressure campaign

The historically routine process of reappointing the Federal Reserve's 12 regional bank presidents is being watched for signs of becoming the

November 13, 2025
Regional Fed banks could be next front in Trump's pressure campaign
Health|Political|US

Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson, 84, hospitalized

Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson, 84, hospitalized

November 13, 2025
Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson, 84, hospitalized
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Trump’s Thailand-Cambodia peace agreement is falling apart after Cambodian villager killed in fresh clashes

Trump’s Thailand-Cambodia peace agreement is falling apart after Cambodian villager killed in fresh clashes

November 13, 2025
Trump’s Thailand-Cambodia peace agreement is falling apart after Cambodian villager killed in fresh clashes
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The Trump administration is ‘actively evaluating’ portable mortgages. What you need to know

The Trump administration is ‘actively evaluating’ portable mortgages. What you need to know

November 13, 2025
The Trump administration is ‘actively evaluating’ portable mortgages. What you need to know
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

US lawmakers demand answers from Trump administration over Chinese chemical shipments to Iran following CNN reporting

US lawmakers demand answers from Trump administration over Chinese chemical shipments to Iran following CNN reporting

November 13, 2025
US lawmakers demand answers from Trump administration over Chinese chemical shipments to Iran following CNN reporting
Business|Crime|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Sarkozy appeal against conspiracy conviction to begin in March

Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy's appeal against a conviction for criminal conspiracy related to illegal Libyan financing for his successful 2007 presidential bid will be

November 13, 2025
Sarkozy appeal against conspiracy conviction to begin in March
Africa|Economy|Political|World

Tanzania president names new prime minister after disputed election

Tanzania's leader chose a longtime loyalist as prime minister on Thursday, after a disputed presidential election in the East African country prompted clashes in which rights groups say

November 13, 2025
Tanzania president names new prime minister after disputed election
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political

The government shutdown is over, but things are not back to normal

The government shutdown is over, but things are not back to normal

November 13, 2025
The government shutdown is over, but things are not back to normal
Asia|Crime|Education|Political|World

Disruptions hit Bangladesh after former ruling party calls for lockdown to protest Hasina trial

Classes in schools and colleges have been disrupted and transportation has been halted across Bangladesh as the former ruling Awami League party headed by ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina calls for a nationwide protest

November 13, 2025
Disruptions hit Bangladesh after former ruling party calls for lockdown to protest Hasina trial
Asia|Political|World

China urges Japan PM to retract 'egregious' remarks on Taiwan

China's foreign ministry on Thursday demanded Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi retract what it called her "egregious" remarks related to Taiwan, warning that otherwise Japan "

November 13, 2025
China urges Japan PM to retract 'egregious' remarks on Taiwan
Asia|Election|Political|World

Bangladesh to hold referendum on reform charter proposals, Yunus says

Bangladesh will hold a national referendum on implementing its 'July Charter' for state reform, drafted after last year's deadly student-led uprising, Muhammad Yunus, the head of the

November 13, 2025
Bangladesh to hold referendum on reform charter proposals, Yunus says
Economy|Political|World

Iran's dual reality: As veil restrictions ease, political crackdown deepens

On Tehran's bustling streets, signs of change are unmistakable.

November 13, 2025
Iran's dual reality: As veil restrictions ease, political crackdown deepens
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Deal after dinner as Trump signs end to shutdown

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Tom Westbrook U.S.

November 13, 2025
Deal after dinner as Trump signs end to shutdown
Health|Political|Science|US|World

US civil rights leader Jesse Jackson hospitalized

U.S. civil rights leader Jesse Jackson is hospitalized and currently under observation for progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), the Chicago-based Rainbow PUSH Coalition, which he founded,

November 13, 2025
US civil rights leader Jesse Jackson hospitalized
Economy|Health|Political|World

President Trump signs government funding bill, ending shutdown after a record 43-day disruption

President Donald Trump has signed a government funding bill that ends a record 43-day shutdown

November 12, 2025
President Trump signs government funding bill, ending shutdown after a record 43-day disruption
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

New Zealand beefs up ties with Niue amid Cook Islands row

New Zealand said on Thursday it would strengthen economic and diplomatic ties with Niue, a self-governing island nation in "free association" with it, after their leaders met in

November 13, 2025
New Zealand beefs up ties with Niue amid Cook Islands row
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

California revokes 17,000 commercial driver's licenses for immigrants

California state officials say they plan to revoke 17,000 commercial driver’s licenses given to immigrants after discovering the expiration dates went past when the drivers were legally allowed to be in the U.S. The announcement follows harsh criticism from the Trump administration about California and other states granting licenses to people in the country illegally

November 12, 2025
California revokes 17,000 commercial driver's licenses for immigrants
Economy|Political|US|World

How each House member voted on ending the government shutdown

How each House member voted on ending the government shutdown

November 13, 2025
How each House member voted on ending the government shutdown
Americas|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Venezuelans voice uncertainty, fear and skepticism after arrival of US aircraft carrier in region

Venezuelans voice uncertainty, fear and skepticism after arrival of US aircraft carrier in region

November 13, 2025
Venezuelans voice uncertainty, fear and skepticism after arrival of US aircraft carrier in region
Interview|Political

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker worries that Trump will go to extremes to distract from Epstein files

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker says he’s worried about how President Donald Trump might respond to the growing controversy over documents tying him to Jeffrey Epstein

November 13, 2025
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker worries that Trump will go to extremes to distract from Epstein files
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Russia's Lavrov: We hope Washington will take no steps to escalate Ukraine conflict

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said in an interview published late on Wednesday that he hoped Washington would take no actions liable to escalate the Ukraine conflict.

November 13, 2025
Russia's Lavrov: We hope Washington will take no steps to escalate Ukraine conflict
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Rubio dismisses criticism of U.S. Caribbean strikes at G7 meeting

U.S.

November 12, 2025
Rubio dismisses criticism of U.S. Caribbean strikes at G7 meeting
Crime|Political|US

US House push to force Epstein files vote secures 218th signature, enough to move forward

Democratic U.S.

November 12, 2025
US House push to force Epstein files vote secures 218th signature, enough to move forward
Crime|Political|US|World

Epstein emails say Trump 'knew about the girls'; new House Democrat pledges file release

House Democrats on Wednesday released emails that they said raised new questions about President Donald Trump's ties to Jeffrey

November 12, 2025
Epstein emails say Trump 'knew about the girls'; new House Democrat pledges file release
Business|Crime|Political|US

Ex-aide to California governor indicted for alleged theft of campaign funds from ex-health secretary

A former top aide to California Gov. Gavin Newsom has been indicted on federal charges alleging her involvement in a scheme to steal campaign money from former federal Health Secretary Xavier Becerra

November 12, 2025
Ex-aide to California governor indicted for alleged theft of campaign funds from ex-health secretary
Americas|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

G7 diplomats publicly show support for Ukraine but avoid contentious issues like trade

Top diplomats from the Group of Seven industrialized democracies publicly showed their consensus on Ukraine and Sudan

November 12, 2025
G7 diplomats publicly show support for Ukraine but avoid contentious issues like trade
Business|Education|Finance|Health|Political|World

Transgender members of the Air Force sue over losing retirement pay

A group of 17 transgender members of the Air Force are suing the U.S. government over what they say is the military’s unlawful revocation of their early retirement pensions and benefits

November 12, 2025
Transgender members of the Air Force sue over losing retirement pay
Health|Political|World

US bishops officially ban gender-affirming care at Catholic hospitals

U.S. Catholic bishops have voted to make official a ban on gender-affirming care for transgender patients at Catholic hospitals

November 12, 2025
US bishops officially ban gender-affirming care at Catholic hospitals
Political

Exclusive: Trump administration holds Situation Room meeting over House effort to force release of all of DOJ’s Epstein files

Exclusive: Trump administration holds Situation Room meeting over House effort to force release of all of DOJ’s Epstein files

November 12, 2025
Exclusive: Trump administration holds Situation Room meeting over House effort to force release of all of DOJ’s Epstein files
Political|US|World

Adelita Grijalva sworn in as the House's newest member, paving the way for an Epstein files vote

After weeks of delay, Democrat Adelita Grijalva of Arizona is a member of the U.S. House

November 12, 2025
Adelita Grijalva sworn in as the House's newest member, paving the way for an Epstein files vote
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israel's president says 'shocking' settler violence against Palestinians must end

Israel's president says authorities must take decisive action to stop “shocking and serious” Jewish settler violence against Palestinian civilians and Israeli soldiers in the occupied West Bank

November 12, 2025
Israel's president says 'shocking' settler violence against Palestinians must end
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump is committed to a $2,000 dividend to Americans using tariff income-White House

President Donald Trump is committed to providing Americans a $2,000 check using money that has come into government coffers from Trump's tariffs, the White House said on

November 12, 2025
Trump is committed to a $2,000 dividend to Americans using tariff income-White House
Crime|Political|World

Rubio denies reporting that UK cut off intel sharing over boat strikes

U.S.

November 12, 2025
Rubio denies reporting that UK cut off intel sharing over boat strikes
Africa|Crime|Political|US|World

There's no genocide in Nigeria, says AU chief after Trump military threats

There is no genocide in northern Nigeria, the African Union Commission chairperson said on Wednesday, rejecting accusations by U.S.

November 12, 2025
There's no genocide in Nigeria, says AU chief after Trump military threats
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|Travel|World

US Senate to hold hearing on government shutdown impact on aviation safety

A U.S.

November 12, 2025
US Senate to hold hearing on government shutdown impact on aviation safety
Crime|Europe|Political|US|World

British Police want to speak to a MAGA influencer and partner after London incident

British Police want to speak to a MAGA influencer and partner after London incident

November 12, 2025
British Police want to speak to a MAGA influencer and partner after London incident
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Technology

These are the 37 donors helping pay for Trump's $300 million White House ballroom

The White House's list of 37 donors to President Donald Trump's $300 million ballroom project includes crypto billionaires, powerful financiers, tobacco companies, tech giants, media companies, longtime Republican donors and several of the president’s neighbors in Florida

November 12, 2025
These are the 37 donors helping pay for Trump's $300 million White House ballroom
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Political

Harvey Weinstein prosecutors say defense's jury misconduct claims are 'implausible'

Prosecutors are urging a judge to reject Harvey Weinstein’s claims that his June sexual assault conviction was marred by threats and bullying among jurors

November 12, 2025
Harvey Weinstein prosecutors say defense's jury misconduct claims are 'implausible'
Crime|Political|US

Epstein mentioned Trump multiple times in private emails, new release shows

Epstein mentioned Trump multiple times in private emails, new release shows

November 12, 2025
Epstein mentioned Trump multiple times in private emails, new release shows
Crime|Political|US

Dad jumps from moving car on Florida highway after child calls 911 over fighting parents

Dad jumps from moving car on Florida highway after child calls 911 over fighting parents

November 12, 2025
Dad jumps from moving car on Florida highway after child calls 911 over fighting parents
Crime|Political|World

DOJ drafts legal opinion backing immunity for US troops involved in boat strikes, sources say

The Justice Department has provided a legal justification that makes clear that U.S. military personnel involved in strikes against suspected drug-trafficking vessels are immune

November 12, 2025
DOJ drafts legal opinion backing immunity for US troops involved in boat strikes, sources say
Health|Political|Science|World

White House declines to disclose specific details of Trump's health imaging

The White House on Wednesday declined to provide specific details of medical images that doctors took of President Donald Trump's body during a physical a month ago, but said the

November 12, 2025
White House declines to disclose specific details of Trump's health imaging
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political|Science|World

A flotilla kicks off the People's Summit for activists at UN climate talks

As United Nation climate talks get underway in Belem, a different kind of conference is kicking off: the People’s Summit, a gathering of activists, organizers, environmentalists and Indigenous groups from around the world

November 12, 2025
A flotilla kicks off the People's Summit for activists at UN climate talks
Business|Celebrity|Election|Entertainment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

JFK's grandson announces run for Congress

Another member of the Kennedy family plans to run for a seat in US government. CNN's Dana Bash breaks down Jack Schlossberg's, grandson of former President John F. Kennedy, plans to run for the House as a representative of New York.

November 12, 2025
JFK's grandson announces run for Congress
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

White House says some economic data impaired by government shutdown

The White House said on Wednesday that October jobs and inflation data reports might never be released as a consequence of the government shutdown.

November 12, 2025
White House says some economic data impaired by government shutdown
Crime|Political|US|World

Small-town Kansas newspaper granted $3 million and apology over police raid

A Kansas newspaper whose offices and the home of its associate publisher were searched by law enforcement in 2023 has been granted a $3 million award by the county and an

November 12, 2025
Small-town Kansas newspaper granted $3 million and apology over police raid
Africa|Environment|Health|Political|World

Sudan's worsening situation leaves 2 out of every 3 people in need of aid, UN official says

U.N. humanitarian affairs and relief head Tom Fletcher has told The Associated Press that the situation is getting “horrific for civilians” in Sudan

November 12, 2025
Sudan's worsening situation leaves 2 out of every 3 people in need of aid, UN official says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Citi ratchets up Venezuela debt bets as US pressure on Maduro builds

Venezuela's bonds could be worth 30%-60% more than at present if building U.S. pressure on President Nicolas Maduro ends up paving the way for what could be the world's biggest-ever

November 12, 2025
Citi ratchets up Venezuela debt bets as US pressure on Maduro builds
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Political|US

Lawmakers say Paramount Skydance 'stonewalling' probe into Trump merger approval

The top Democrats on two U.S.

November 12, 2025
Lawmakers say Paramount Skydance 'stonewalling' probe into Trump merger approval
Political|US|World

Senate moves to end shutdown

The Senate voted 60-40 on Sunday on a key step toward reopening the government. CNN's Manu Raju reports on the latest move.

November 10, 2025
Senate moves to end shutdown
Election|Interview|Political|US

Rep.-elect Grijalva plans to ‘personally’ confront Speaker Johnson over delayed swearing-in

Democratic Congresswoman-elect Adelita Grijalva tells Kaitlan Collins that she plans to "personally" confront Republican Speaker Mike Johnson over 50-day delay to swear her into office.

November 12, 2025
Rep.-elect Grijalva plans to ‘personally’ confront Speaker Johnson over delayed swearing-in
Business|Crime|Health|Lifestyle|Political|US

Former officer pleads guilty to mistreating prisoner paralyzed in Connecticut police van

A former Connecticut police officer has pleaded guilty to mistreating prisoner Richard “Randy” Cox after he was paralyzed in a police van

November 12, 2025
Former officer pleads guilty to mistreating prisoner paralyzed in Connecticut police van
Economy|Education|Health|Political

More Americans are unhappy with the way Trump is managing the government, AP-NORC poll shows

A new AP-NORC poll finds U.S. adults’ opinions of how President Donald Trump is managing the federal government have dropped sharply since early in his second term, highlighting the risks posed by the government shutdown and his efforts to reshape the federal workforce

November 12, 2025
More Americans are unhappy with the way Trump is managing the government, AP-NORC poll shows
Economy|Political|World

White House says Trump hopes to sign bill Wednesday night to end shutdown

U.S. President Donald Trump hopes to sign the bill Wednesday night to end the government shutdown, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt told a press conference.

November 12, 2025
White House says Trump hopes to sign bill Wednesday night to end shutdown
Crime|Political|US|World

Prosecutors turn over 130,000 pages of evidence in the killing of a Minnesota lawmaker

Prosecutors in the case of a man charged with killing a top Minnesota Democratic lawmaker and her husband say they've turned over a massive amount of evidence to the defense

November 12, 2025
Prosecutors turn over 130,000 pages of evidence in the killing of a Minnesota lawmaker
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

South Sudan president sacks powerful vice president Bol Mel

South Sudan President Salva Kiir on Wednesday dismissed Benjamin Bol Mel as vice president and deputy leader of the ruling party, according to a decree read on state television,

November 12, 2025
South Sudan president sacks powerful vice president Bol Mel
Crime|Political|US|World

US intel revealed Israeli officials discussing use of human shields in Gaza, sources say

 The U.S. gathered intelligence last year of Israeli officials discussing how their soldiers had sent Palestinians into Gaza tunnels the Israelis believed were

November 12, 2025
US intel revealed Israeli officials discussing use of human shields in Gaza, sources say
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Jailed Tunisian opposition leader faced brutal violence in prison, his lawyer says

The family and lawyers of jailed Tunisian opposition leader Jawhar Ben Mbarek accused prison authorities on Wednesday of brutally assaulting him to try to force an end

November 12, 2025
Jailed Tunisian opposition leader faced brutal violence in prison, his lawyer says
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Spain's top prosecutor defends his innocence in leak trial

Spain's top prosecutor, Alvaro Garcia Ortiz, who is on trial for allegedly leaking confidential information about a tax fraud case, told the Supreme Court on Wednesday that he did

November 12, 2025
Spain's top prosecutor defends his innocence in leak trial
Business|Economy|Political|World

Brazil foreign minister meets Rubio to assess tariff talks, source says

Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira met with U.S.

November 12, 2025
Brazil foreign minister meets Rubio to assess tariff talks, source says
Africa|Economy|Political|World

Trump's decision that the US boycott the G20 summit is 'their loss,' South African president says

South Africa's leader says that U_S_ President Donald Trump’s decision that the United States government boycott the Group of 20 summit next weekend is “their loss."

November 12, 2025
Trump's decision that the US boycott the G20 summit is 'their loss,' South African president says
Business|Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|US

Teen 'serial rapist' sentenced to 35 years in prison

Teen 'serial rapist' sentenced to 35 years in prison

November 12, 2025
Teen 'serial rapist' sentenced to 35 years in prison
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

UK PM Starmer's authority shaken as rift with Labour lawmakers deepens

On the eve of a visit to London by U.S.

November 12, 2025
UK PM Starmer's authority shaken as rift with Labour lawmakers deepens
Business|Election|Political|World

Coalition led by Iraqi PM Sudani comes first in Iraq’s election, commission says

A coalition led by Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani came first in Iraq's parliamentary election, the Independent High Electoral Commission said on Wednesday.

November 12, 2025
Coalition led by Iraqi PM Sudani comes first in Iraq’s election, commission says
Business|Economy|Political|World

US Treasury issues Iran-related missile and drone sanctions

The U.S. on Wednesday sanctioned individuals and entities in several countries related to their support of Iran's ballistic missile and drone production, in the latest attempt to pressure

November 12, 2025
US Treasury issues Iran-related missile and drone sanctions
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Czech president tells prime minister hopeful Babis to show how he will end conflicts of interest

Czech election winner, billionaire Andrej Babis, must tell the public how he will eliminate conflicts of interest stemming from his business activities before he is appointed prime

November 12, 2025
Czech president tells prime minister hopeful Babis to show how he will end conflicts of interest
Americas|Business|Crime|Political|World

Are the deadly US strikes on alleged drug vessels legal?​

U.S. strikes against suspected drug vessels in the eastern Pacific and Caribbean have killed dozens of people who President Donald Trump's administration calls

October 31, 2025
Are the deadly US strikes on alleged drug vessels legal?​
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

Former aide to 2 N.Y. governors accused of being an undisclosed agent of China faces trial

Former aide to 2 N.Y. governors accused of being an undisclosed agent of China faces trial

November 12, 2025
Former aide to 2 N.Y. governors accused of being an undisclosed agent of China faces trial
Crime|Political|US|World

White House says Epstein emails released to smear Trump

The White House accused Democrats in the House of Representatives of releasing emails from convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein on Wednesday to smear President Donald Trump.

November 12, 2025
White House says Epstein emails released to smear Trump
Economy|Europe|Health|Political|World

Kazakhstan follows Russia in banning ‘LGBTQ propaganda’

Kazakhstan follows Russia in banning ‘LGBTQ propaganda’

November 12, 2025
Kazakhstan follows Russia in banning ‘LGBTQ propaganda’
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Algerian president pardons writer Boualem Sansal after German request

Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has granted a pardon to French-Algerian writer Boualem Sansal following a request from German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, the

November 12, 2025
Algerian president pardons writer Boualem Sansal after German request
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Polish president to block judicial appointments in bid to stifle government reforms

Poland's president said on Wednesday he would refuse to nominate or promote judges who question the status of colleagues appointed under a contested system introduced by the previous

November 12, 2025
Polish president to block judicial appointments in bid to stifle government reforms
Business|Economy|Political|World

India approves $5.1 billion package for exporters after US tariffs hit

India's cabinet has approved spending 450.6 billion rupees ($5.1 billion) on support for exporters, including 200 billion rupees in

November 12, 2025
India approves $5.1 billion package for exporters after US tariffs hit
Economy|Political|World

French lawmakers vote to approve suspension of unpopular pension reform

French lawmakers voted to suspend a contested pension reform on Wednesday, as next year's budget bills inch through parliament under persistent threats to the government's survival.

November 12, 2025
French lawmakers vote to approve suspension of unpopular pension reform
Economy|Political|World

Pakistan parliament approves more powers for army chief, curbs top court

Pakistan's parliament approved a constitutional amendment on Wednesday to expand the powers of the army chief and curb the remit of its Supreme Court, a move that

November 12, 2025
Pakistan parliament approves more powers for army chief, curbs top court
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Rumors swirl of a plot to oust Keir Starmer as the embattled British leader denies attacking his rivals

Rumors swirl of a plot to oust Keir Starmer as the embattled British leader denies attacking his rivals

November 12, 2025
Rumors swirl of a plot to oust Keir Starmer as the embattled British leader denies attacking his rivals
Economy|Election|Health|Political|Sports

Thoroughbred trainer Dale Romans enters the Kentucky Senate race

Longtime thoroughbred trainer Dale Romans has entered the Kentucky campaign to succeed retiring Republican Mitch McConnell in the U.S. Senate

November 12, 2025
Thoroughbred trainer Dale Romans enters the Kentucky Senate race
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Georgia charges ex-PM, opposition leader Gakharia in deepening crackdown

Georgian prosecutors on Wednesday charged Giorgi Gakharia, an exiled opposition leader and former prime minister, with offences related to his time in office, amid an escalating

November 12, 2025
Georgia charges ex-PM, opposition leader Gakharia in deepening crackdown
Crime|Political|Technology|US|World

Democratic-led states are inadvertently sharing drivers' data with ICE, officials say

Democratic-led states are inadvertently making their drivers' data available to U.S. immigration authorities through a little-understood digital loophole, a

November 12, 2025
Democratic-led states are inadvertently sharing drivers' data with ICE, officials say
Asia|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

India says Delhi blast was 'terror incident', sources cite possible link with Kashmir arrests

India's government confirmed on Wednesday that it was treating a car blast that killed eight people and wounded at least 20 others in Delhi as a "

November 12, 2025
India says Delhi blast was 'terror incident', sources cite possible link with Kashmir arrests
Political|Science|Technology|World

Checking Iran's enriched uranium stock is 'long overdue', IAEA report says

Iran still has not let inspectors into the nuclear sites Israel and the United States bombed in June, the U.N. atomic watchdog said in a confidential report on

November 12, 2025
Checking Iran's enriched uranium stock is 'long overdue', IAEA report says
MidEast|Political|Science|Technology|World

UN watchdog hasn't been able to verify Iran's stockpile of near-weapons grade uranium in months

The International Atomic Energy Agency has been unable to verify Iran's near weapons-grade uranium stockpile since Israel struck its nuclear sites in June

November 12, 2025
UN watchdog hasn't been able to verify Iran's stockpile of near-weapons grade uranium in months
Arts|Entertainment|Opinion|Political|Sports

Bad Bunny is the latest product of political rage — how pop culture became the front line of American politics

Culture wars once arose from impromptu events that struck a nerve among Americans, but they are now started by partisan agitators who introduce them to politicians and watch them take hold.

November 12, 2025
Bad Bunny is the latest product of political rage — how pop culture became the front line of American politics
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Trial of former Congolese rebel leader Lumbala over wartime atrocities opens in Paris

The trial of Congolese rebel leader Roger Lumbala has begun in Paris over atrocities committed during the Second Congo War

November 12, 2025
Trial of former Congolese rebel leader Lumbala over wartime atrocities opens in Paris
Asia|Business|Europe|Political|World

Xi pitches closer ties to Spanish king as Madrid courts Chinese investment

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday offered Spain's King Felipe VI a vision of cooperation with "

November 12, 2025
Xi pitches closer ties to Spanish king as Madrid courts Chinese investment
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Suicide bombing in Pakistan capital kills 12, raises regional tension

A suicide bomber killed 12 people in Pakistan's capital on Tuesday in a sharp escalation of militant violence that the defence minister said had

November 11, 2025
Suicide bombing in Pakistan capital kills 12, raises regional tension
Health|Political|World

UK's Starmer says any attack on cabinet members is 'completely unacceptable'

LONDON -British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Wednesday that any attack on members of his cabinet was "completely unacceptable", suggesting he was not behind newspaper reports that his allies

November 12, 2025
UK's Starmer says any attack on cabinet members is 'completely unacceptable'
Political|World

Israeli defence minister says he intends to close public radio station

Israel’s defense minister said on Wednesday he planned to close publicly funded Army Radio in what he described as an attempt to preserve the military’s nonpartisan character, but the

November 12, 2025
Israeli defence minister says he intends to close public radio station
Americas|Business|Europe|Political|World

BBC holds surprise board meeting to weigh Trump’s legal threat

BBC holds surprise board meeting to weigh Trump’s legal threat

November 12, 2025
BBC holds surprise board meeting to weigh Trump’s legal threat
Business|Economy|Health|Political

Appeals court weighs arguments on law cutting Medicaid funds to Planned Parenthood

A federal appeals court has heard arguments about a spending law that stopped Medicaid reimbursements for Planned Parenthood, the nation's largest abortion provider

November 12, 2025
Appeals court weighs arguments on law cutting Medicaid funds to Planned Parenthood
Economy|Health|Political|World

UK's Starmer tries to shore up authority after leadership challenge briefing

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer distanced himself on Wednesday from a briefing by unnamed allies that he would fight any leadership bid,

November 12, 2025
UK's Starmer tries to shore up authority after leadership challenge briefing
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Former top enforcers at US watchdog join project to bring pro-consumer lawsuits

Three former senior enforcement lawyers at the U.S.

November 12, 2025
Former top enforcers at US watchdog join project to bring pro-consumer lawsuits
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

UN agencies warn of famine for millions, appeal for more funding

Millions more people risk famine in at least a dozen crisis spots around the world, including Sudan and Gaza, two U.N. agencies warned on Wednesday, appealing for funds to address a

November 12, 2025
UN agencies warn of famine for millions, appeal for more funding
Business|Crime|Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump asks Israeli president to pardon Netanyahu in letter, Israeli president's office says

Israeli President Isaac Herzog has received a letter from U.S.

November 12, 2025
Trump asks Israeli president to pardon Netanyahu in letter, Israeli president's office says
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

How could British Prime Minister Keir Starmer be ousted by unhappy lawmakers?

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer was battling to maintain his authority over his party on Wednesday after one of his most senior ministers criticised the "toxic" culture in his

November 12, 2025
How could British Prime Minister Keir Starmer be ousted by unhappy lawmakers?
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

Brazil's fiscal discipline crucial post-2026 election, warns Goldman Sachs

Brazil's fiscal balance will become a top priority from 2027 regardless of the outcome of next year's presidential election, Goldman Sachs' head of Latin

November 12, 2025
Brazil's fiscal discipline crucial post-2026 election, warns Goldman Sachs
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Trump pens letter asking Israeli president to pardon Netanyahu in corruption trial

Trump pens letter asking Israeli president to pardon Netanyahu in corruption trial

November 12, 2025
Trump pens letter asking Israeli president to pardon Netanyahu in corruption trial
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Russia makes gains in southern Ukraine as it expands front-line attacks

A Ukrainian commander says the Russian army has overrun three settlements in Ukraine's southern Zaporizhzhia region

November 12, 2025
Russia makes gains in southern Ukraine as it expands front-line attacks
Business|Economy|Education|Election|Environment|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Former Rep. Elaine Luria mounts a comeback for her old Virginia seat

Former Rep. Elaine Luria mounts a comeback for her old Virginia seat

November 12, 2025
Former Rep. Elaine Luria mounts a comeback for her old Virginia seat
Economy|Health|Political|Technology|Travel

FAA workers grapple with possible shutdown deal as officials try to navigate upcoming holiday travel rush

FAA workers grapple with possible shutdown deal as officials try to navigate upcoming holiday travel rush

November 12, 2025
FAA workers grapple with possible shutdown deal as officials try to navigate upcoming holiday travel rush
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Dozens of Venezuelans deported from US to notorious Salvadoran prison subjected to torture, rights groups claim in new report

Dozens of Venezuelans deported from US to notorious Salvadoran prison subjected to torture, rights groups claim in new report

November 12, 2025
Dozens of Venezuelans deported from US to notorious Salvadoran prison subjected to torture, rights groups claim in new report
Political|Technology

How the Trump administration seeks to ‘weaponize’ the White House website to troll Democrats and amplify its message

How the Trump administration seeks to ‘weaponize’ the White House website to troll Democrats and amplify its message

November 12, 2025
How the Trump administration seeks to ‘weaponize’ the White House website to troll Democrats and amplify its message
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says contacts with Britain failed to develop

The Kremlin said on Wednesday there had been contact between Britain's national security adviser, Jonathan Powell, and Kremlin foreign policy aide Yuri Ushakov but that the dialogue

November 12, 2025
Kremlin says contacts with Britain failed to develop
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ex-Polish justice minister offers to be questioned abroad, lawyer says

A former Polish justice minister accused of abuse of power has offered to be questioned in Hungary or Belgium, his lawyer told Rzeczpospolita daily in comments published late on

November 12, 2025
Ex-Polish justice minister offers to be questioned abroad, lawyer says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

New reflationist members at Japan's top economic panel push for big stimulus

Two newly appointed members of the Japanese government's top economic panel called on Wednesday for an economic stimulus package larger than last year's,

November 12, 2025
New reflationist members at Japan's top economic panel push for big stimulus
Economy|Political|Travel|US|World

US House returns to Washington for vote to end government shutdown

By Nolan D.

November 11, 2025
US House returns to Washington for vote to end government shutdown
Political|Science|Technology|World

Japan PM wavers on nuclear arms question in sign of possible shift

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi this week hinted at a possible shift in the country's decades-old non-nuclear principles, raising speculation that

November 12, 2025
Japan PM wavers on nuclear arms question in sign of possible shift
Europe|Political|World

Turkish military plane crash in Georgia kills all 20 on board

Turkey's defense minister has announced that all 20 personnel on board a military cargo plane that crashed in Georgia have died

November 12, 2025
Turkish military plane crash in Georgia kills all 20 on board
Business|Economy|Political|World

Why is Trump threatening to sue the BBC for $1 billion?

Why is Trump threatening to sue the BBC for $1 billion?

November 11, 2025
Why is Trump threatening to sue the BBC for $1 billion?
Business|Political|US|World

Does Trump have a defamation case against the BBC?

U.S.

November 12, 2025
Does Trump have a defamation case against the BBC?
Crime|Education|Political

Justice Department investigating UC Berkeley protests during Turning Point USA event

Justice Department investigating UC Berkeley protests during Turning Point USA event

November 12, 2025
Justice Department investigating UC Berkeley protests during Turning Point USA event
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

White House weighs stepped up domestic travel and speeches to improve Trump’s standing on the economy

White House weighs stepped up domestic travel and speeches to improve Trump’s standing on the economy

November 12, 2025
White House weighs stepped up domestic travel and speeches to improve Trump’s standing on the economy
Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Finance|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|Technology|US|World

Former aide to two NY governors, accused of being Chinese agent, goes on trial for money laundering and fraud

Former aide to two NY governors, accused of being Chinese agent, goes on trial for money laundering and fraud

November 12, 2025
Former aide to two NY governors, accused of being Chinese agent, goes on trial for money laundering and fraud
Election|Political|US|World

Jack Schlossberg, grandson of JFK, to run for US Congress

Jack Schlossberg, grandson of the 35th U.S. president, John F.

November 12, 2025
Jack Schlossberg, grandson of JFK, to run for US Congress
Asia|Political|World

Thai-Cambodia border tensions escalate, at least one dead

At least one person was killed in Cambodia amid a flare-up of conflict with Thailand on Wednesday as the neighbours accused each other of opening fire along a disputed part of their

November 12, 2025
Thai-Cambodia border tensions escalate, at least one dead
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Japan finance minister says weak yen's disadvantages more pronounced than advantages

Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama said on Wednesday she would not deny that the negative aspects of the weak yen on the economy have become more pronounced than the positive

November 12, 2025
Japan finance minister says weak yen's disadvantages more pronounced than advantages
Asia|Business|Crime|Environment|Political|Travel|World

Rohingya survivor recalls deadly boat sinking, more bodies found

The death toll from the sinking of a boat carrying members of Myanmar's persecuted Rohingya

November 11, 2025
Rohingya survivor recalls deadly boat sinking, more bodies found
Asia|Political|Science|World

'Crossed the line': Chinese state media blast Japan PM as Taiwan spat rumbles on

A spat between China and Japan over Japanese Premier Sanae Takaichi's Taiwan comments showed no signs of abating on Wednesday with a series of

November 12, 2025
'Crossed the line': Chinese state media blast Japan PM as Taiwan spat rumbles on
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

GM wants parts makers to pull supply chains from China

General Motors has directed several thousand of its suppliers to scrub their supply chains of parts from China, four people familiar with the matter said, reflecting

November 12, 2025
GM wants parts makers to pull supply chains from China
Business|Economy|Political|World

Japan to pledge bold spending increase in stimulus package, draft shows

Japan's government will pledge to increase spending "without hesitation" to support an economy on the cusp of emerging from stagnation, according to a draft of

November 12, 2025
Japan to pledge bold spending increase in stimulus package, draft shows
Asia|Business|Political|World

Thai king's historic state visit to China signals closer ties

When King Maha Vajiralongkorn arrives in Beijing on Thursday, he will become the first reigning Thai monarch to make a state visit to China, in what analysts say

November 12, 2025
Thai king's historic state visit to China signals closer ties
Business|Economy|Political|World

Top diplomats from G7 countries meet in Canada as trade tensions rise with Trump

Top diplomats from the Group of Seven industrialized democracies are converging on southern Ontario as tensions rise between the U.S. and traditional allies like Canada over defense spending and trade

November 11, 2025
Top diplomats from G7 countries meet in Canada as trade tensions rise with Trump
Asia|Australia|Political|World

Australia and Indonesia announce new security treaty

Australia and Indonesia have agreed on a new security treaty that commits them to consult each other if either country is threatened,

November 12, 2025
Australia and Indonesia announce new security treaty
Asia|Political|World

South Korea to maintain backing for UN resolution on North Korea human rights

South Korea will co-sponsor an annual U.N. resolution that raises concerns over North Korea's human rights situation, the foreign ministry said on Wednesday, defying

November 12, 2025
South Korea to maintain backing for UN resolution on North Korea human rights
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Thailand ‘halts’ peace agreement with Cambodia hailed by Trump after landmine explosion injures troops

Thailand ‘halts’ peace agreement with Cambodia hailed by Trump after landmine explosion injures troops

November 11, 2025
Thailand ‘halts’ peace agreement with Cambodia hailed by Trump after landmine explosion injures troops
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Election|Entertainment|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Political|US

Jack Schlossberg, John F. Kennedy’s grandson, running for US House seat

Jack Schlossberg, John F. Kennedy’s grandson, running for US House seat

November 12, 2025
Jack Schlossberg, John F. Kennedy’s grandson, running for US House seat
Business|Crime|Election|Finance|Political|US

Rep.-elect Grijalva says she plans to confront Johnson at long-delayed swearing-in ceremony

Rep.-elect Grijalva says she plans to confront Johnson at long-delayed swearing-in ceremony

November 12, 2025
Rep.-elect Grijalva says she plans to confront Johnson at long-delayed swearing-in ceremony
Americas|Crime|Environment|Political|World

Protesters force their way into COP30 summit venue, clash with security

Dozens of Indigenous protesters forced their way into the COP30 climate summit venue on Tuesday and clashed with security guards

November 11, 2025
Protesters force their way into COP30 summit venue, clash with security
Business|Economy|Political|World

Vietnam eyes tariff deal soon, as US seeks to cut huge trade deficit

Vietnam is working to sign a trade agreement with the United States soon, Deputy Prime Minister Bui Thanh Son said on Wednesday, as a new round of

November 12, 2025
Vietnam eyes tariff deal soon, as US seeks to cut huge trade deficit
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Political

What’s in the bill to reopen the federal government?

What’s in the bill to reopen the federal government?

November 12, 2025
What’s in the bill to reopen the federal government?
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Colombia to suspend intelligence cooperation with US over strikes on drug vessels

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has ordered security forces to stop sharing intelligence with the United States until it stops striking suspected drug trafficking boats in the Caribbean

November 12, 2025
Colombia to suspend intelligence cooperation with US over strikes on drug vessels
Economy|Health|Political|World

The Latest: Supreme Court keeps a block on SNAP payments, as shutdown potentially nears an end

The Supreme Court has extended an order blocking full SNAP payments amid signals that the government shutdown could soon end and food aid payments resume

November 11, 2025
The Latest: Supreme Court keeps a block on SNAP payments, as shutdown potentially nears an end
Crime|Political|World

Colombia president orders suspension of intelligence sharing with US

Colombian President Gustavo Petro ordered Colombian public security forces to suspend intelligence sharing with U.S. intelligence agencies until Washington stops attacking boats in the

November 12, 2025
Colombia president orders suspension of intelligence sharing with US
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Tokyo protests Russia's wider entry ban over Ukraine sanctions

Japan decried as "absolutely unacceptable" on Wednesday Russia's extension of an entry ban to 30 more citizens, among them a foreign ministry spokesperson, after Tokyo's sanctions

November 11, 2025
Tokyo protests Russia's wider entry ban over Ukraine sanctions
Economy|Health|Political|US|World

US Supreme Court allows Trump administration to continue SNAP cutback

The U.S.

November 11, 2025
US Supreme Court allows Trump administration to continue SNAP cutback
Economy|Environment|Health|Political

Supreme Court extends its order blocking full SNAP payments, with shutdown potentially near an end

The Supreme Court has extended an order blocking full SNAP payments

November 11, 2025
Supreme Court extends its order blocking full SNAP payments, with shutdown potentially near an end
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Finance|Political

A Kansas county agrees to pay $3 million and apologize over a raid on a small-town newspaper

A rural Kansas county has agreed to pay more than $3 million and apologize over a law enforcement raid on a small-town weekly newspaper in 2023

November 11, 2025
A Kansas county agrees to pay $3 million and apologize over a raid on a small-town newspaper
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Political

Residents raise concerns at city council meeting after viral arrest video involving police officer

Residents raise concerns at city council meeting after viral arrest video involving police officer

November 11, 2025
Residents raise concerns at city council meeting after viral arrest video involving police officer
Economy|Health|Political|US|World

Schumer faces criticism as shutdown nears end, but his job appears safe

Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer led his caucus and the country into a record-breaking government shutdown and voted against reopening when some of his members defected

November 11, 2025
Schumer faces criticism as shutdown nears end, but his job appears safe
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

US House Speaker Johnson to swear in Democratic Representative-elect Grijalva on Wednesday

U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson will swear in Democratic Representative-elect Adelita Grijalva on Wednesday, Johnson's office said on Tuesday.

November 11, 2025
US House Speaker Johnson to swear in Democratic Representative-elect Grijalva on Wednesday
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump border commander could head to Charlotte, New Orleans, sources say

U.S.

November 11, 2025
Trump border commander could head to Charlotte, New Orleans, sources say
Crime|Political|World

South Korea court issues arrest warrant for former spy chief in martial law declaration probe, Yonhap reports

A South Korea court issued an arrest warrant on Tuesday for former spy agency chief Cho Tae-yong who is under a probe into ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol's declaration of martial law in

November 11, 2025
South Korea court issues arrest warrant for former spy chief in martial law declaration probe, Yonhap reports
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Dozens of Israeli settlers launch arson attack in West Bank as attacks against Palestinians surge

Dozens of Israeli settlers launch arson attack in West Bank as attacks against Palestinians surge

November 11, 2025
Dozens of Israeli settlers launch arson attack in West Bank as attacks against Palestinians surge
Americas|Crime|Environment|Political|World

French foreign minister says US military operations in Caribbean violate international law

France is worried about U.S. military operations in the Caribbean because they violate international law, the country's foreign minister Jean-Noel

November 11, 2025
French foreign minister says US military operations in Caribbean violate international law
Political

What House Democrats in districts Trump won are saying about the shutdown deal

What House Democrats in districts Trump won are saying about the shutdown deal

November 11, 2025
What House Democrats in districts Trump won are saying about the shutdown deal
Business|Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

Lawsuit challenges TSA's ban on transgender officers conducting pat-downs

A Virginia transportation security officer is accusing the U.S. Department of Homeland Security of sex discrimination over a policy barring transgender officers from performing security pat-downs

November 11, 2025
Lawsuit challenges TSA's ban on transgender officers conducting pat-downs
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Dow soars more than 550 points as Wall Street embraces optimism that government might reopen soon

Dow soars more than 550 points as Wall Street embraces optimism that government might reopen soon

November 11, 2025
Dow soars more than 550 points as Wall Street embraces optimism that government might reopen soon
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Political|World

Trump's $1B lawsuit threat casts shadow over the BBC, but it could also be a bluff

U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat to bring a billion-dollar lawsuit against the BBC has cast a shadow over the British broadcaster’s future, but it could also be a bluff with little legal merit

November 11, 2025
Trump's $1B lawsuit threat casts shadow over the BBC, but it could also be a bluff
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Newsom tells AP the eight senators who struck the shutdown deal aren't alarmed enough about Trump

California Gov. Gavin Newsom is warning that eight senators' decision to break with Democrats and end the government shutdown shows they aren't alarmed enough about President Donald Trump's impact on political norms

November 11, 2025
Newsom tells AP the eight senators who struck the shutdown deal aren't alarmed enough about Trump
MidEast|Political|World

Israeli Minister of Strategic Affairs Ron Dermer resigns

Israel’s Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer, who played a leading role in negotiations during the Gaza war and was a close confidant of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

November 11, 2025
Israeli Minister of Strategic Affairs Ron Dermer resigns
Business|Europe|Political|World

Russian forces roll 'Mad Max'-style into battered Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk, video shows

Russia said its forces had pushed deeper into the eastern Ukrainian cities of Pokrovsk and Kupiansk on Tuesday, with one video showing Russian

November 11, 2025
Russian forces roll 'Mad Max'-style into battered Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk, video shows
Health|Political|World

UNICEF says Israel blocking one million syringes needed to vaccinate Gaza children

UNICEF said on Tuesday essential items including syringes to vaccinate children and bottles for baby formula are being denied entry into Gaza by Israel,

November 11, 2025
UNICEF says Israel blocking one million syringes needed to vaccinate Gaza children
Economy|Health|Political|US

Senate votes to end government shutdown, sending funding bill to the House

A small band of Senate Democrats voted with Republicans on Monday night to approve a funding measure to reopen the federal government — without securing their party’s demand to guarantee an extension of enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies, which help millions of Americans afford insurance.

November 11, 2025
Senate votes to end government shutdown, sending funding bill to the House
Crime|Political|US|World

Deal to end US shutdown would also allow some Republican senators to seek $500,000 for January 6 probe

Legislation moving through Congress that would end the longest government shutdown in U.S. history would also allow eight Republican senators to seek hundreds

November 11, 2025
Deal to end US shutdown would also allow some Republican senators to seek $500,000 for January 6 probe
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Venezuela announces ‘massive mobilization’ of military forces as America’s largest warship sails into region

Venezuela announces ‘massive mobilization’ of military forces as America’s largest warship sails into region

November 11, 2025
Venezuela announces ‘massive mobilization’ of military forces as America’s largest warship sails into region
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Political

Nancy Pelosi's exit opens way for tough fight to replace her in San Francisco district

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s decision to step aside after nearly four decades in Congress kicks off a wide-open contest to replace her at a time when her home city of San Francisco is roiled in debate about what its future should look like

November 07, 2025
Nancy Pelosi's exit opens way for tough fight to replace her in San Francisco district
Health|Political|Sports

Donald Trump really, really doesn’t like the NFL’s new kickoff format

Donald Trump really, really doesn’t like the NFL’s new kickoff format

November 11, 2025
Donald Trump really, really doesn’t like the NFL’s new kickoff format
Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World

British Muslim commentator Sami Hamdi agrees to leave US after immigration detention

British political commentator Sami Hamdi plans to leave the U.S. after spending over two weeks in immigration detention

November 11, 2025
British Muslim commentator Sami Hamdi agrees to leave US after immigration detention
Health|Political|Travel|World

New Trump directive could deny more visas based on applicants' health and finances

A new directive by President Donald Trump’s administration could make it more difficult for foreigners to visit or live in the United States if they have certain medical conditions such as diabetes or obesity or lack the economic resources and assets to support themselves

November 11, 2025
New Trump directive could deny more visas based on applicants' health and finances
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political

Mother demands justice after disturbing incident in high school locker room

Mother demands justice after disturbing incident in high school locker room

November 11, 2025
Mother demands justice after disturbing incident in high school locker room
Economy|Political|US|World

Speaker Johnson faces an unruly House as lawmakers return for shutdown vote

After refusing to convene the U.S. House during the government shutdown, Speaker Mike Johnson is recalling lawmakers back into session

November 11, 2025
Speaker Johnson faces an unruly House as lawmakers return for shutdown vote
Business|Economy|Food|Health|Political

Communities donate meals and funds as US food aid remains in limbo

For Anthony DeSousa, the owner of two pizza shops in Estes Park and Longmont, Colorado, feeding the hungry is personal.

November 11, 2025
Communities donate meals and funds as US food aid remains in limbo
Arts|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Sports|US

Missouri governor floats potential for a retractable roof if Chiefs renovate Arrowhead Stadium

Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe is floating the potential for the Kansas City Chiefs to play in a covered stadium without moving to Kansas

November 11, 2025
Missouri governor floats potential for a retractable roof if Chiefs renovate Arrowhead Stadium
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|Travel|US|World

US airlines cancel 1,200 flights Tuesday as shutdown continues

Airlines canceled 1,200 flights on Tuesday as air traffic control staffing improved significantly ahead of an expected end to a record-setting government

November 11, 2025
US airlines cancel 1,200 flights Tuesday as shutdown continues
Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|World

France to help Palestinians draft constitution for future state, Macron says

France will help the Palestinian Authority draft a constitution for a future state, President Emmanuel Macron said on Tuesday after talks with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas in

November 11, 2025
France to help Palestinians draft constitution for future state, Macron says
Crime|Political|World

Israeli parliament advances death penalty bill backed by Ben-Gvir

The Israeli parliament has advanced a bill that would mandate the death penalty for Palestinian militants convicted of killing Israeli citizens, with some lawmakers believing it

November 11, 2025
Israeli parliament advances death penalty bill backed by Ben-Gvir
Political|Sports|US

White House says naming new Washington Commanders stadium after Trump would be 'beautiful'

The White House says it would be “beautiful” to name the new stadium for Washington’s NFL team after President Donald Trump

November 08, 2025
White House says naming new Washington Commanders stadium after Trump would be 'beautiful'
Crime|Health|Political|US

Trump pardons the husband of Republican supporter Rep. Diana Harshbarger of Tennessee

President Donald Trump has pardoned the husband of Republican congresswoman Diana Harshbarger of Tennessee

November 11, 2025
Trump pardons the husband of Republican supporter Rep. Diana Harshbarger of Tennessee
Crime|Political|World

At least 12 killed in Islamabad suicide attack – the most deadly assault in the Pakistani capital since 2008

At least 12 killed in Islamabad suicide attack – the most deadly assault in the Pakistani capital since 2008

November 11, 2025
At least 12 killed in Islamabad suicide attack – the most deadly assault in the Pakistani capital since 2008
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump calls 50-year mortgages no 'big deal' as right-wing conservatives balk

U.S.

November 11, 2025
Trump calls 50-year mortgages no 'big deal' as right-wing conservatives balk
Africa|Crime|Political|World

UN believes hundreds were killed in Tanzania election protests

The U.N.

November 11, 2025
UN believes hundreds were killed in Tanzania election protests
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

US financial shield could be worth up to $20 billion, Hungary's Orban says

Hungary could choose from four or five facilities to shore up its finances under an agreement with Washington, Prime Minister Viktor Orban said on Tuesday, with funding worth up to

November 11, 2025
US financial shield could be worth up to $20 billion, Hungary's Orban says
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Greece, Cyprus, Spain and Italy eligible for new help dealing with migration, EU says

Greece, Cyprus, Spain and Italy will be eligible for help dealing with migratory pressures under a new EU mechanism when the bloc's pact on migration and asylum enters into force

November 11, 2025
Greece, Cyprus, Spain and Italy eligible for new help dealing with migration, EU says
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Venezuelan military preparing guerrilla response in case of US attack

Venezuela is deploying weapons, including decades-old Russian-made equipment, and is planning to mount a guerrilla-style resistance or sow chaos in the event of a U.S. air or ground attack,

November 11, 2025
Venezuelan military preparing guerrilla response in case of US attack
Arts|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Political|Science|World

Pressure grows for release of penguins ‘trapped’ at London aquarium

Pressure grows for release of penguins ‘trapped’ at London aquarium

November 11, 2025
Pressure grows for release of penguins ‘trapped’ at London aquarium
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian court extends jailing of teenage singer over street performance of anti-war songs

A Russian court has extended the jailing of an 18-year-old street singer on charges seen as punishment for performing anti-war songs

November 11, 2025
Russian court extends jailing of teenage singer over street performance of anti-war songs
Political|World

UK government defends the BBC as critics circle and Trump threatens to sue

The British government has rallied to the defense of the BBC as it faces a dispute with U.S. President Donald Trump

November 11, 2025
UK government defends the BBC as critics circle and Trump threatens to sue
Political|World

Syrian official says his country has joined the anti-IS coalition but not the military mission

A Syrian government official says Syria has joined a global coalition against the Islamic State, but that Syria has not joined of the U.S.-led military mission fighting the extremist group

November 11, 2025
Syrian official says his country has joined the anti-IS coalition but not the military mission
Economy|Finance|Health|Political|US

The Senate sent a funding bill to the House. Here’s what has to happen next to reopen the government

The Senate sent a funding bill to the House. Here’s what has to happen next to reopen the government

November 10, 2025
The Senate sent a funding bill to the House. Here’s what has to happen next to reopen the government
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump appointee to UN labour agency 'frozen' over funding and influence concerns

The appointment of a Trump nominee as the deputy head of the International Labour Organisation has been "frozen" following concerns from staff

November 11, 2025
Trump appointee to UN labour agency 'frozen' over funding and influence concerns
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Lithuanian foreign minister refuses Lukashenko offer of talks on reopening border

Lithuania's foreign minister said he would refuse talks with Belarus on reopening their border, after its President Alexander Lukashenko on Tuesday ordered

November 11, 2025
Lithuanian foreign minister refuses Lukashenko offer of talks on reopening border
Election|Political|World

Iraqis vote in election they expect to bring little reform

Iraqis voted in parliamentary elections on Tuesday in which Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani was seeking a second term but many disillusioned young voters saw

November 11, 2025
Iraqis vote in election they expect to bring little reform
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Bank of America CEO seeks to meet Mayor-elect Mamdani, Fox News says

Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan will ask for a meeting with New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani to discuss how he can work with him and will also offer some ideas, he told Fox

November 11, 2025
Bank of America CEO seeks to meet Mayor-elect Mamdani, Fox News says
Economy|Health|Political|World

UK cuts aid to global disease initiative by 15% to 850 million pounds

Britain on Tuesday slashed by 15% its contribution to a global initiative to fight AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria, with an 850-million-pound ($1.14 billion) pledge, the

November 11, 2025
UK cuts aid to global disease initiative by 15% to 850 million pounds
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkish military plane crashes in Georgia with at least 20 on board

A Turkish C-130 military cargo plane with at least 20 personnel on board crashed in Georgia on Tuesday after taking off from Azerbaijan but the number of casualties

November 11, 2025
Turkish military plane crashes in Georgia with at least 20 on board
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Exclusive: UK suspends some intelligence sharing with US over boat strike concerns in major break

Exclusive: UK suspends some intelligence sharing with US over boat strike concerns in major break

November 11, 2025
Exclusive: UK suspends some intelligence sharing with US over boat strike concerns in major break
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Trump floats $2,000 tariff rebate checks. What you need to know

Trump floats $2,000 tariff rebate checks. What you need to know

November 10, 2025
Trump floats $2,000 tariff rebate checks. What you need to know
Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|US

South Carolina court rejects final death row appeal focused on brain damage from mother's drinking

South Carolina's highest court has refused to stop Friday's execution of a man who killed three people over five days and left taunting messages for police in one victim's blood

November 11, 2025
South Carolina court rejects final death row appeal focused on brain damage from mother's drinking
Economy|Education|Health|Opinion|Political|Science|US|World

Blame the shutdown on citizens who prefer politicians to vanquish their opponents rather than to work for the common good

Politicians get blamed for government shutdowns. But does the fault lie also with citizens, who are more invested in punishing partisan rivals than in demanding competent government?

November 10, 2025
Blame the shutdown on citizens who prefer politicians to vanquish their opponents rather than to work for the common good
Political|Science|Technology|World

Russia will conduct nuclear tests if other nuclear power resume them, Lavrov says

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Tuesday that Moscow will conduct nuclear tests if any other nuclear power does so.

November 11, 2025
Russia will conduct nuclear tests if other nuclear power resume them, Lavrov says
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|World

Israel says Hezbollah trying to rebuild, smuggle in arms from Syria

The Israeli military accused Lebanese armed group Hezbollah on Tuesday of seeking to rebuild its combat abilities in south Lebanon to the point of threatening Israel's security

November 11, 2025
Israel says Hezbollah trying to rebuild, smuggle in arms from Syria
Europe|Political|World

What are the key claims made in the leaked internal BBC memo?

(Refiles Nov.

November 10, 2025
What are the key claims made in the leaked internal BBC memo?
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy visits heavily bombarded frontline city of Kherson

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy visited the frontline city of Kherson on Tuesday, which is only a few kilometres from Russian positions across the Dnipro river, and faces

November 11, 2025
Ukraine's Zelenskiy visits heavily bombarded frontline city of Kherson
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Canadian Conservative leader struggles to unify party divided over Trump-style politics

A lifelong politician who just last year was projected to become prime minister of Canada, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre is now struggling to define his party’s

November 11, 2025
Canadian Conservative leader struggles to unify party divided over Trump-style politics
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Women in Darfur report rape, lost children amid Sudan violence, UN says

Women fleeing Sudan's al-Fashir city report killings, systematic rape and the disappearance of their children following its capture by the paramilitary Rapid

November 11, 2025
Women in Darfur report rape, lost children amid Sudan violence, UN says
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Turkish prosecutor seeks 2,000 years for jailed opposition mayor of Istanbul

A Turkish prosecutor demanded on Tuesday a prison sentence of more than 2,000 years for Ekrem Imamoglu, the jailed opposition mayor of Istanbul,

November 11, 2025
Turkish prosecutor seeks 2,000 years for jailed opposition mayor of Istanbul
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

US profited from Argentina currency swap deal, Treasury chief Bessent says

The U.S. government "made money" by giving support to the Argentine central bank ahead of last month's midterm election in the South American country, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said

November 11, 2025
US profited from Argentina currency swap deal, Treasury chief Bessent says
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Political|World

Russian teenager who sang anti-Kremlin songs in street gets more jail time

By Andrew Osborn ST.

November 11, 2025
Russian teenager who sang anti-Kremlin songs in street gets more jail time
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

US consumer watchdog says it is legally blocked from accessing funds

The top U.S. consumer watchdog said on Monday it was legally prohibited from drawing cash from the Federal Reserve to support continuing operations, but that

November 11, 2025
US consumer watchdog says it is legally blocked from accessing funds
Arts|Business|Crime|Political|US|World

Trump asks Supreme Court to throw out E. Jean Carroll’s $5 million verdict

President Donald Trump has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to throw out a jury’s finding in a civil lawsuit that he sexually abused writer E

November 10, 2025
Trump asks Supreme Court to throw out E. Jean Carroll’s $5 million verdict
Business|Economy|Education|Election|Environment|Finance|Political|US|World

Utah judge rejects Republican congressional map in win for Democrats

A Utah judge has thrown out a new U.S. congressional map passed by the Republican-led legislature in favor of an alternative that appears likely to result in

November 11, 2025
Utah judge rejects Republican congressional map in win for Democrats
Crime|Election|Political|US

Trump being urged to intervene in Tina Peters case, sources say

Trump being urged to intervene in Tina Peters case, sources say

November 10, 2025
Trump being urged to intervene in Tina Peters case, sources say
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

G7 foreign ministers to tackle Ukraine, Middle East peace at meeting in Canada

Group of Seven foreign ministers will meet in Canada on Tuesday, with Ukraine and the Middle East set to be high on the agenda as U.S

November 11, 2025
G7 foreign ministers to tackle Ukraine, Middle East peace at meeting in Canada
Crime|Europe|Political|World

UK council loses bid to remove asylum seekers from hotel at centre of protests

A British regional council on Tuesday lost its bid to have asylum seekers removed from a hotel targeted by protests after a resident was charged with sexual assault, a

November 11, 2025
UK council loses bid to remove asylum seekers from hotel at centre of protests
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Six months in office, Germany's Merz faces plunge in popularity

Six months after taking office, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is struggling to fulfill pledges to revive Europe's largest economy and fend off the far right, with

November 11, 2025
Six months in office, Germany's Merz faces plunge in popularity
Business|Europe|Political|World

Thousands in Serbia protest law to speed Kushner development of old army compound

Thousands of protesters circled a former army headquarters in Serbia on Tuesday over a new law to speed its conversion into a luxury compound leased to an

November 11, 2025
Thousands in Serbia protest law to speed Kushner development of old army compound
Crime|Economy|Political|Technology|World

Here’s what the US military is using to strike alleged drug boats

Here’s what the US military is using to strike alleged drug boats

November 11, 2025
Here’s what the US military is using to strike alleged drug boats
Asia|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Death toll from capsized boat with Myanmar migrants climbs to 27 as more bodies recovered

The death toll from a capsized boat carrying Rohingya migrants from Myanmar has risen to 27

November 11, 2025
Death toll from capsized boat with Myanmar migrants climbs to 27 as more bodies recovered