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Russia says Ukraine rejects local ceasefire for handover of soldiers' bodies

Ukraine has refused to halt shelling of the town of Kostiantynivka in the east of the country to allow Russia to hand over the bodies of fallen Ukrainian soldiers, the Russian

Trump's administration won't seek new bids to repair the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool

The Trump administration won't seek new bids to repair the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool

Lawyer warns detained Palestinian doctor Hussam Abu Safiya is in critical condition

The lawyer for a prominent Palestinian doctor Hussam Abu Safiya says he is in critical condition

UK's Farage referred to standards watchdog after new report of undeclared benefits

The leader of Britain's anti-immigration Reform UK party Nigel Farage was referred to parliament's standards watchdog on Sunday after a report that he failed to declare some

French President Macron to visit Syria, Syrian presidency says

French President Emmanuel Macron will visit Syria to discuss ways to strengthen bilateral relations and issues of mutual interest, Syria's presidential media directorate said on

Trump mixes patriotism with partisanship as he celebrates America's 'joyous' 250th anniversary

President Donald Trump has mixed partisan politics with patriotic appeals as he commemorated the 250th anniversary of American independence, a moment he declared “one of the most joyous and glorious milestones of all time.”

1 killed in attack on Crimea as Putin and Zelenskyy hold separate Trump calls

A Ukrainian attack on Russian-occupied Crimea has killed one person, according to Moscow-installed officials

Putin and Trump held ‘businesslike’ 90-minute July 4 call, Moscow says

Putin and Trump held ‘businesslike’ 90-minute July 4 call, Moscow says

Qatar says all maritime activities will resume immediately

Qatar said on Sunday that maritime activities would resume with immediate effect, according to a Transport Ministry statement posted on X.

Founder of one of China’s biggest underground churches freed, reunites with family in US

Founder of one of China’s biggest underground churches freed, reunites with family in US

NATO chief faces challenge at summit as Trump demands 'loyalty' and not just burden-sharing

Since he started work as NATO secretary-general almost two years ago, Mark Rutte has spent much of his time trying to keep the United States anchored to the world’s biggest military alliance

Mass grief in Iran at Khamenei funeral after US, Israel war killing

Tens of thousands of Iranians thronged a vast outdoor prayer complex in Tehran on Saturday to view the coffins of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the supreme leader killed at the

Taiwan military resumes 'anti-communist' classes for graduates, citing Chinese threat

Taiwan's military has resumed "anti-communist" patriotic classes for its graduates after a quarter-century gap, the defence ministry said on Sunday, citing a rising threat

Pastor freed from prison in China weeks after Trump requested his release

A pastor of a prominent underground church detained in China in October has been released, according to rights advocates

Trump gives campaign-style July 4 speech on National Mall for US 250th anniversary

President Donald Trump marked the 250th anniversary of the United States on Saturday with a campaign-style speech that repeated his

Prosecutors to lay out their case against the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk

Prosecutors will present their case this week against the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk

Soccer-Mexicans balance World Cup joy with worries over domestic issues

Multiple big screens adorn Mexico City's Paseo de Reforma in preparation for Sunday's World Cup last-16

Paul Pelosi faces hit-and-run charge after striking parked vehicle in California, law enforcement says

Paul Pelosi, husband of former U.S.

Trump offers to help Putin find deal with Ukraine, also speaks with Zelenskiy

U.S.

150 people from 50 countries become US citizens at Mount Vernon on America's 250th birthday

A group of 150 people from 50 countries has become U.S. citizens at George Washington's Mount Vernon estate

Paul Pelosi in hit-and-run in California, car left with major damage, authorities say

Authorities in California say former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's husband has been involved in a hit-and-run and could face misdemeanor charges

Justice Department says Adani case should end because of foreign jurisdiction, small chance of success 

The Justice Department said on Saturday it wants to drop charges against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani because the case is primarily foreign, hard to

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says he spoke to Trump, calls for 'American resolve' to help end war

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Saturday he had spoken to U.S.

Masked Patriot Front white nationalists stage July 4 march through DC

Hundreds of masked members of the white nationalist group Patriot Front marched through parts of Washington, D.C., on Saturday ahead of

US VP Vance says Britain has been failed by leaders, hopes next PM delivers change

U.S.

Insurgents stage coordinated attacks on army positions across Mali

Insurgents staged attacks on army positions across Mali on Saturday, including in a northern town where government and Russian fighters are based and in a town south of the

Iran begins dayslong funeral for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed in war

The funeral for Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has started, months after his death in an airstrike on the first day of the war

Zelenskiy denies Russian capture of key eastern city Kostiantynivka

Ukraine still controls the strategically important eastern city of Kostiantynivka, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and the General Staff said on Saturday, rejecting Russian

Time capsule with items from all 50 U.S. states to be buried in Philadelphia on U.S.' 250th anniversary

Time capsule with items from all 50 U.S. states to be buried in Philadelphia on U.S.' 250th anniversary

Turkey's Erdogan says Israel must not scupper US-Iran deal

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said on Saturday that Middle East peace efforts could not succeed without regional backing and that Israel must not be allowed to "dynamite"

Armenia's top court rejects pro-Russia opposition's request to throw out election result

Armenia's constitutional court on Saturday rejected a request by the country's pro-Russian opposition to overturn the results of a June parliamentary election, in which pro-Western

Egypt's coach waved Palestinian flag after winning World Cup game

Egypt coach Hossam Hassan has waved a Palestinian flag on the pitch after his team's victory over Australia in the World Cup

Thousands protest in Germany as far-right AfD sets sights on power

Thousands protested against Germany's far-right AfD and blocked roads to its annual conference in the eastern city of Erfurt on Saturday,

Ukrainian drones hit St Petersburg oil terminal in latest long-range attack on Russia

Ukrainian drones have struck an oil terminal in St. Petersburg as Kyiv ramps up bombardment of Russia’s oil infrastructure

Trump Accounts to debut as US kicks off 250th Independence Day celebrations

After months of fanfare, President Donald Trump's administration will launch its flagship cradle-to-adulthood investment program, Trump Accounts, on Saturday, as the

Far-right Alternative for Germany party reelects leaders as protesters and police clash

Delegates at the national convention of the far-right Alternative for Germany party have overwhelmingly reelected its leaders, including Alice Weidel

Pope Leo urges US to welcome immigrants in July 4 appeal from Lampedusa

Pope Leo marked the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence on Saturday with an appeal to Americans to welcome and protect immigrants, in a letter

Mali government reports rebel attacks targeting northern towns

The Malian army reports that several northern towns, including Gao and Sévaré, have been targeted by rebels

Outgoing UK PM Starmer says successor cannot spend less time on foreign affairs

Outgoing Prime Minister Keir Starmer said whoever succeeds him would have to devote as much time to international crises and diplomacy as he did, rejecting suggestions

Trump extols America, rails at communism in US 250th celebration

U.S.

Khamenei lies in state in Tehran as Iran begins week of funeral ceremonies

The body of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei lay in state in a vast hall in Tehran on Friday as clerics, officials, foreign dignitaries and other

China launches coast guard patrol east of Taiwan despite international pushback

China said on Saturday it had launched a new coast guard patrol east of Taiwan, drawing a sharp response from Taipei after a task

Trump hails US exceptionalism before veering into darkly political speech to usher in America 250

President Donald Trump has ushered in the 250th anniversary of American independence with soaring rhetoric about American exceptionalism before veering into a darkly political speech with warnings about communism

Trump pardons former Abramoff partner, 9 people convicted of violating vehicle emissions controls

President Donald Trump on Friday pardoned 11 people, including a former business partner of Washington lobbyist Jack Abramoff and nine people identified by the White House as having helped people bypass emissions control systems on vehicles

Brazil's Bolsonaro to remain under house arrest

Brazil's Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes has ruled that former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro can remain under house arrest due to health concerns, a court

Fallout from Venezuela's earthquakes turns political as opposition leader Machado seeks return

The fallout from Venezuela’s powerful twin quakes has evolved into a major test for acting President Delcy Rodríguez, sending her scrambling to prevent the humanitarian disaster from becoming a political one in the face of fierce public criticism and efforts by the Venezuelan opposition leader to return from exile

Conservative candidate Keiko Fujimori wins Peru’s presidential election in a runoff

Conservative politician Keiko Fujimori has been declared the winner of Peru's presidential runoff election

Trump administration’s interpretation of slavery under George Washington can be reinstalled

A federal court has given President Donald Trump's administration permission to reinstall interpretive panels that critics say whitewash the history of slavery at the site of President George Washington's home in Philadelphia

Keiko Fujimori declared winner of Peru presidential race

After weeks of protests, fraud accusations and review of contested ballots in a razor-thin race, conservative Keiko Fujimori was

Mexican authorities identify remains of kidnapped journalist, arrest four police officers

Mexican authorities said on Friday that remains found at a site in the eastern state of Veracruz belonged to journalist Roxana Guzman, whose killing has again shined a

Putin shrugs off fuel shortages in Russia as he ramps up attacks on Ukraine

President Vladimir Putin remains unfazed by Ukraine's attacks on Russian oil refineries, despite severe fuel shortages

Belgian diamond group that won tariff relief gifted Trump a lavishly encrusted ring

A lavish gold ring encrusted with diamonds, sapphires, emeralds and rubies has been presented to the U.S. ambassador to Belgium to give to President Donald Trump

Trump pardons 11 people, including several for Clean Air Act violations

Trump pardons 11 people, including several for Clean Air Act violations

Mamdani marks July 4 with a pro-immigration speech, ripping Trump’s policies without using his name

Mamdani marks July 4 with a pro-immigration speech, ripping Trump’s policies without using his name

Catholic group that defied pope and caused schism defends its actions and casts itself as the victim

The traditionalist Catholics who defied Pope Leo XIV and caused a schism are defending their actions

Colombia's Petro discusses anti-drug efforts, sanctions list with Trump

Outgoing Colombian President Gustavo Petro and U.S.

Pope Leo praises US history of welcoming immigrants at 250th anniversary

Pope Leo praised the United States' history of welcoming immigrants in his first major address to his home country on Friday, urging in a video

3 men acquitted in killing of journalist shot while covering Northern Ireland protest

Three men have been acquitted of murder in the killing of Belfast journalist Lyra McKee

On the eve of America’s birthday, the first American pope takes center stage

On the eve of America’s birthday, the first American pope takes center stage

'Vanishingly rare' copy of U.S. Declaration of Independence unearthed in UK archives

A "vanishingly rare" copy of the Declaration of Independence has been found in London, dug up in archives holding documents from the British capture of an American privateer

Trump reads a children's book on Usha Vance's podcast, then riffs on past presidents and himself

President Donald Trump has offered a running commentary on his predecessors, his physique, and how he’s spending his time in the White House on second lady Usha Vance's podcast where guests are supposed to read picture books to children

US officials attempted to warn Iran of fears that Israel would assassinate mediators

US officials attempted to warn Iran of fears that Israel would assassinate mediators

Poland's Tusk says Ukraine wants to lower tension, should confront history

Ukraine is looking for ways to lower tension with Warsaw, Poland's prime minister said on Friday, adding that Poland's neighbour to

US sanctions hindered Brazil probe into alleged drug gang associate, police head says

A Brazilian federal police operation targeting suspects with alleged ties to the PCC drug gang was accelerated after the U.S. sanctioned

EU Commission proposes five major cross-border defence projects

The European Commission on Friday proposed five large-scale cross-border defence projects, opening the way for them to access EU funds.

NATO leaders including Trump to affirm 'ironclad commitment' to collective defence in Ankara, summit text says

NATO leaders including U.S.

Armenia passes law restricting voting rights for citizens living abroad

Armenia's parliament passed a law on Friday that raises the bar for citizens based abroad to be able to come home and vote, following reported efforts by Moscow

NATO commander says Europe has backfilled most gaps from US cutbacks on military equipment

NATO’s top commander says European allies have mostly filled gaps left by the U.S. reducing its military contributions to the organization's crisis plans

10 years after Morgan Angerbauer's in-custody death, family fights for jail reforms

10 years after Morgan Angerbauer's in-custody death, family fights for jail reforms

'That's always a concern': Sheriff comments on eastern NC jail takeover

'That's always a concern': Sheriff comments on eastern NC jail takeover

Erdogan's warm ties with Trump offer Turkey an edge ahead of NATO summit

President Donald Trump has berated and belittled many of the European leaders who are expected to attend the upcoming NATO summit in Turkey

Russia’s latest attack on Kyiv was exceptionally deadly – here is why

Russia’s latest attack on Kyiv was exceptionally deadly – here is why

Iran prepares for dayslong funeral for late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed in war

Iran is preparing for the dayslong funeral of the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Argentina's plan for AI-run companies can't avoid humans

Argentine President Javier Milei generated both excitement and fear last month when he announced a congressional bill to create “non-

As America turns 250, museums and parks fight to preserve the country’s troubled history 

A few minutes' walk from Philadelphia's Independence Hall, where the nation's founding ideals were debated and declared, another part of the

Human rights catastrophe unfolding in Sudan's al-Obeid, says UN's Turk

Another human rights catastrophe is unfolding in Sudan around the besieged city of al-Obeid, the United Nations human rights chief said on Friday,

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

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

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

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

EU issues sanctions against six people involved in death of Navalny

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

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

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

Moldova's Prime Minister Munteanu steps down

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

CNN analysis: Turnout in this year’s primary elections clearly favors Democrats so far

CNN analysis: Turnout in this year’s primary elections clearly favors Democrats so far

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

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

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

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

Some federal employees bristle at America’s 250th birthday festivities after year of agonizing government overhaul

Some federal employees bristle at America’s 250th birthday festivities after year of agonizing government overhaul

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

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

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

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

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

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

ECB's Lagarde won't rule out early departure

European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde said it was still possible she could leave before her term ends in late 2027 to weigh in on French politics, but running

What are the key challenges facing NATO?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

US envoy says Cook Islands minerals are a top priority

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

Pro-Palestinian protesters convicted of misdemeanor charges in 2024 Golden Gate Bridge protest

Seven protesters who blocked traffic on the Golden Gate Bridge in a 2024 pro-Palestinian protest against Israel's assault on Gaza were convicted of

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

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

Venezuela's interim leader angrily defends earthquake response

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

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

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

Air Force to investigate officer who called for Trump impeachment

The U.S.

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

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

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

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

Canada advances Alberta pipeline to Pacific Coast to expand oil exports beyond the US

Canada moved to advance a Pacific Coast pipeline from Alberta as Prime Minister Mark Carney seeks to diversify oil exports beyond the United States while easing separatist tensions and preserving environmental protections on British Columbia’s northern coast

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

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

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

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

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

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

Judge seeks stronger Trump assurances on plans for DC golf course project

A federal judge is demanding firmer commitments from the Trump administration regarding plans to renovate a historic golf course in Washington, D.C. U.S. District Judge Ana Reyes expressed concern Thursday over President Donald Trump's recent social media statements about starting renovations on the East Potomac Golf Links

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

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

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

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

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

The U.S.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Former Olympian indicted on felony charge over alleged Reflecting Pool vandalism

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

Peter Thiel in Aspen: The pope is ‘working for the Chinese Communists’

Peter Thiel in Aspen: The pope is ‘working for the Chinese Communists’

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

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

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

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

Exclusive: Trump administration plans to boost worksite immigration enforcement after increase in criminal probes

Exclusive: Trump administration plans to boost worksite immigration enforcement after increase in criminal probes

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

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

FBI assigns 260 staff members to Georgia 2020 election probe

FBI assigns 260 staff members to Georgia 2020 election probe

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

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

Members of rebel Catholic group are excommunicated, Vatican says

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

Venezuelans dig by hand as fuel shortages stall rescue efforts

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

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

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

Trump administration aims to cut regulations on US commercial fishing

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Colombia president-elect seeks public debt refinancing

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

French government to face no-confidence vote over heatwave handling

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

EU determined to resolve standoff over Bosnia envoy, Kallas says

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

Albanian police use teargas to disperse anti-graft demonstrators

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Goal of higher voter turnout remains elusive in California as changes have extended ballot counting

California has enacted many changes over the years that were intended to boost voter turnout

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

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

Special Agent in Charge of FBI Chicago field office pushed to retire

Special Agent in Charge of FBI Chicago field office pushed to retire

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

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

Automakers tap America's 250th, World Cup to rev up patriotism

U.S. automakers have long infused their marketing campaigns with American pride and imagery.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Trump administration proposes a rule it says could save Medicare patients $1.1 billion on drugs

The Trump administration is proposing a new rule to keep hospitals from marking up discounted drugs for Medicare patients

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Hungary to launch $128 million school-start benefit scheme

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

US Supreme Court supercharges its 'shadow docket,' dividing the justices

When the U.S.

Progressive surge complicates Democrats’ midterms focus on prices

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

India to send minister, governor to Ali Khamenei funeral

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

UK's Starmer apologises over forced adoptions, decries a 'stain on our history'

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

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

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

As the Pentagon stays quiet, AP reconstructs a US strike that killed over 100 Iranian children

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

Merz unveils sweeping reform push for Germany: Tax cuts, pension overhaul and new sick leave rules

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and his coalition partners have introduced a reform package to revive Germany’s sluggish economy

Securing America’s 250: Law enforcement faces shifting plans and World Cup demands

Securing America’s 250: Law enforcement faces shifting plans and World Cup demands

Iran warns US, Israel against attacks ahead of funeral processions for Khamenei

An Iranian military commander warned the United States and Israel on Thursday against any attack on Iran as it prepares for the state funeral of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali

Europeans fill most gaps left by US in NATO defence plans, top commander says

European NATO allies have largely filled the gaps left by the United States in the alliance's defence plans, NATO's top commander said on Thursday, adding

India's capital announces permanent anti-pollution curbs for toxic winter months

The government of India's national capital territory of Delhi has announced a spate of measures to curb air pollution during winter, months ahead of the

Under-fire German ruling coalition unveils reform package to boost economy

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's coalition unveiled a package of reforms on Thursday, including tax relief for lower-income families

Ukraine withholding promised drone technology as historical tensions rise, Polish minister says

Ukraine has failed to deliver promised drone technology despite Poland's military support and willingness to transfer MiG-29 fighter jets, Polish Defence Minister Wladyslaw

Senior Chinese lawmaker to attend Khamenei's funeral

Senior Chinese lawmaker He Wei will attend the funeral of late Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran, the Chinese foreign ministry announced on Thursday.

EU to provide 200 million euros to boost South Caucasus connectivity, von der Leyen says

The European Union will provide up to €200 million ($228 million) in grant funding to boost transport, energy and digital links across the South

What to know about the schism by traditionalist Catholics who defied Pope Leo XIV

The Vatican has responded aggressively to the ultratraditionalist Society of St. Pius X after it defied Pope Leo XIV and consecrated four bishops without his consent

US resumes dollar transfers to Iraq, NYT reports

The United States has resumed some air shipments of U.S. dollars to Iraq, several months after suspending them, the New York Times reported on Thursday, citing two aides to Iraq's

How France's Le Pen ended up fighting in court to save her presidential hopes

French far-right leader Marine Le Pen will learn whether she can run for president in 2027 when a Paris court on Tuesday rules on her appeal against an

Russian fuel frustration rises as crisis bites

In Russia's grain belt, farmers fret they will be unable to harvest their crops as a fuel crisis sparked by Ukraine's drone attacks on oil refineries and

Taiwan needs a 'hornet's nest' of drones to deter conflict, US diplomat says

Taiwan needs a "hornet's nest" of drones to help deter conflict and provide security, the top U.S. diplomat to the democratically governed island

South Korea's currency chief says in talks with Japan, allies

South Korea's vice finance chief on Thursday said Seoul is closely communicating with Japan and other key allies on foreign exchange issues, and

New Jersey is set to charge companies with workers on Medicaid. Other states may follow

New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage

Australia seeks to rein in defence spending blowouts, delays

Australia announced changes on Thursday to the way it manages the delivery of defence projects, aiming to curb billions of dollars in cost overruns and lengthy delays.

French far right ponders life beyond Le Pen as appeal ruling looms

French far-right leader Marine Le Pen faces a make-or-break court ruling on July 7 on her bid to overturn an election ban, a verdict that

India tells WhatsApp to halt usernames rollout, justify feature or face action

India has asked WhatsApp to justify the implementation of a planned feature covering usernames and to freeze the rollout in its biggest market,

Millions of mourners attended funeral of Iran's Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini

On June 6, 1989, millions of Iranians turned out in the streets to bury Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, who had led the 1979 Islamic Revolution

EMS recording shows emergency response for ‘unconscious’ person at Sen. McConnell’s house on same day he was hospitalized

EMS recording shows emergency response for ‘unconscious’ person at Sen. McConnell’s house on same day he was hospitalized

Retrofitted Qatari jet takes flight as Air Force One for Trump's trip to North Dakota

President Donald Trump has taken his maiden voyage on a new Air Force One

Soaring revenue at Mar-a-Lago shows how Trump’s business interests and politics intersect

Soaring revenue at Mar-a-Lago shows how Trump’s business interests and politics intersect

Federal audit finds Puerto Rico awaiting billions of dollars nearly a decade after deadly hurricane

Lawmakers have released a federal audit that found that only 25% of some $14 billion in federal funds obligated for Puerto Rico’s power grid after Hurricane Maria razed it almost a decade ago has reached the U.S. territory

Minnesota attorney general shuts unit reviewing wrongful convictions, cites Trump funding cut

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison said on Wednesday he was shutting down his office's Conviction Review Unit that looked into potential wrongful

The Latest: Federal filing shows Trump took in about $1.2 billion from crypto businesses last year

A federal filing shows President Donald Trump took in nearly $1.2 billion from his crypto businesses last year, locking in profits while his investors were socked with losses

US Postal Service cannot carry out Trump order on mail ballot delivery, judge rules

US Postal Service cannot carry out Trump order on mail ballot delivery, judge rules

US FTC says AI bias safeguards may run afoul of consumer law

The Federal Trade Commission on Wednesday said AI companies whose chatbots produce responses that reflect "ideological objectives" may

Judge blocks US Postal Service's proposed restrictions on mail-in voting

A federal judge on Wednesday blocked the U.S.

Ex-CIA chief Brennan, a Trump target, seeks to force DOJ to preserve records

Former CIA Director John Brennan sued on Wednesday seeking to force the U.S.

Kansas school district rejects accusation of violating law over transgender policy

The fifth-largest public school district in Kansas said on Wednesday it disagreed with the Trump administration's accusation that it violated federal

US, Iran talks conclude in Doha, focused on Strait of Hormuz

Iran and the United States concluded a round of indirect talks on Wednesday with no sign they

US nuclear power regulator proposes changing rule protecting people from radiation

The U.S. nuclear power regulator on Wednesday proposed changes to a rule protecting people from radiation, the latest proposal pushed by the Trump

Venezuelans scour collapsed buildings by hand while government machinery stands unused

Venezuelans scour collapsed buildings by hand while government machinery stands unused

Man accuses police of losing his car after an accident. It's still missing nearly a year later.

Man accuses police of losing his car after an accident. It's still missing nearly a year later.

Harvard professor with polarizing alien theories is picked to lead Trump administration UFO council

A polarizing Harvard astronomer has been appointed to lead a Trump administration panel studying UFOs

Trump says US ‘couldn’t build a plane like this’ as Qatari-gifted Air Force One embarks on inaugural flight

Trump says US ‘couldn’t build a plane like this’ as Qatari-gifted Air Force One embarks on inaugural flight

Ex-CIA Director John Brennan seeks court order requiring records from investigations be preserved

Former CIA Director John Brennan is suing the Trump administration, demanding a court order that would require officials to preserve records from investigations that are targeting him

Sweeping review of grand jury presentations underway in Chicago following misconduct revelations

Justice Department officials are conducting a sweeping review of more than 1,000 grand jury presentations made by Illinois prosecutors following the dismissal of a high-profile case over misconduct

Crypto, real estate, watches: How Trump made over $1 billion last year

The latest disclosure report listing President Donald Trump's financial holdings shows he took in about $1.2 billion last year from crypto holdings, overshadowing a real estate business that first brought him fame

Trump wants to ditch his signature trade deal. It’s not that easy

Trump wants to ditch his signature trade deal. It’s not that easy

Oil prices fall 1% to 4-month lows as progress in US-Iran talks cools supply concerns

Oil prices fell more than 1% on Wednesday to their lowest levels since March as optimism over U.S.-Iran talks allayed supply concerns after U.S.

US, Canada and Mexico begin bumpy negotiations to renew North American trade pact

The North American trade pact that President Donald Trump negotiated and boasted about in his first term is up for renewal

US Senator Warren calls for Fed watchdog review of Bowman's BofA dinner, WSJ reports

A group of Senate Democrats requested on Wednesday that the Federal Reserve’s in-house watchdog investigate a meeting by the central bank’s top bank regulator and financial market

Germany's top diplomat says EU-Mercosur deal still has issues to resolve

Germany's foreign minister, Johann Wadephul, said on Wednesday there were still "issues" to resolve before the European Union's trade agreement with

Much more than a piece of furniture, the president's Resolute Desk has echoed through history

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The US, Canada and Mexico begin bumpy negotiations to renew North American trade pact

The North American trade pact that President Donald Trump negotiated and boasted about in his first term is up for renewal

Five wounded in firebombings of homes linked to Greek governing party

Attackers firebombed three residential buildings linked to Greece's governing party in the northern city of Thessaloniki before dawn on Wednesday, wounding five people

Jason Miller set to join White House again — with a messaging mission

Jason Miller set to join White House again — with a messaging mission

Americans step out for their nation's 250th in a proud moment sown with division and doubt

America has come to a landmark moment of pride and patriotism — and a time of division and doubt

Federal Reserve Chair Warsh emphasizes political independence, signals focus on inflation

New Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh said Wednesday that the central bank would remain independent and seek to bring down inflation, likely foreclosing the rate cuts President Trump has sought

Trump foe John Brennan sues administration demanding investigative records into him be preserved

Trump foe John Brennan sues administration demanding investigative records into him be preserved

Trump urges acting spy chief to declassify records, including on 2020 election

U.S.

Fed's Warsh says some task force staffing to be revealed next week

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AP's long-time Supreme Court reporter Mark Sherman reflects on front row seat to legal history

Mark Sherman has covered the Supreme Court for The Associated Press for 20 years during some of the most momentous decisions in history

Judges sentence 7 more to prison over shooting outside Texas immigration detention center

Seven more people have been sentenced to prison over a shooting during a protest outside a Texas immigration detention center that wounded a police officer

Congressman Tom Kean’s hospital treatment for depression may encourage men’s mental health

Congressman Tom Kean’s hospital treatment for depression may encourage men’s mental health

In Mideast and around the world, everyone's talking 'ceasefire.' But what does it really mean?

Ceasefires in the Middle East are not bringing the peace many people expect

Officer under review for controversial Juneteenth arrest used same tactic earlier that day

Officer under review for controversial Juneteenth arrest used same tactic earlier that day

Racism and intolerance have worsened in Britain, Starmer says

Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Wednesday that racism and intolerance had worsened in Britain over the past decade, warning it was damaging social cohesion and deterring

House Republican leaders urge Trump to let Jones Act waivers expire as scheduled in August

House Speaker Mike Johnson and several Republican leaders are asking President Donald Trump to allow waivers to a law on shipping between domestic ports to expire

China urges US to handle Taiwan issue 'with utmost caution'

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi urged the U.S. to handle matters related to Taiwan with "the utmost caution", during a phone call with U.S.

US Justice Department sues Virginia, California over gun laws

The U.S.

America’s Forgotten Soldiers: The Black Patriots Project

America’s Forgotten Soldiers: The Black Patriots Project

Despite some big losses, Supreme Court rewards Trump's assertion of power

On Tuesday, the U.S.

Pope Leo faces first major crisis of papacy from rebel Catholic group

Pope Leo faces first major crisis of papacy from rebel Catholic group

Trump on financial disclosures: Everyone's profiting because stock market is up

President Donald Trump said on Wednesday he had nothing to do with his personal finances, a day after he reported more than $1.4 billion in income from his family's

AB Foods says US cooking oil sales hit by ICE pressure on Hispanic customers

Associated British Foods said the U.S. cooking oils market has declined and trading conditions are unlikely to improve going into its next financial year,

Trump says the U.S. and Iran getting along very well

President Donald Trump said on Wednesday the United States was getting along very well with Iran and that recent meetings in Qatar went well.

As deportation protections end, Haitians confront fear and uncertainty

Uthy spent seven years in medical school training to become a doctor

Zelenskyy says Ukraine has hit a Russian oil refinery for the second time in a week

Ukrainian forces have struck Russia's major Ufa oil refinery for the second time in a week, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Wednesday

Trump says he told new acting director of national intelligence to ‘declassify almost everything’

Trump says he told new acting director of national intelligence to ‘declassify almost everything’

Judge orders Pentagon to lift policy that journalists be accompanied by an escort

A federal judge has ordered the Defense Department to lift its requirement that journalists be accompanied by an escort while in the Pentagon

Lula leads Senator Bolsonaro in Brazil presidential run-off, poll shows

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva would win a potential second-round run-off vote in the October presidential elections against opposition Senator Flavio

Alberta's separatism debate jostles summer rodeo scene

Canada's world-famous Calgary Stampede kicks off on Friday, but a push by Alberta separatists to begin the process of

UK police watchdog probes two officers over handling of Henry Nowak case

Britain's police watchdog said on Wednesday it was investigating two officers over their handling of a student who was handcuffed as he lay dying from stab wounds after his

World Bank to phase out China lending by 2031, source says

The World Bank will phase out its lending to China by 2031 after years of declining loans, reflecting the country's rise to become the world's second-

Iran warns of immediate response to any threat, cites US commitment to restrain Israel

Iran will deliver an immediate and powerful response to any threat against its people or leadership, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said in an X post on Wednesday.

Nigeria's unreported spending equals 2% of GDP, IMF official says

Nigeria had about 2% of GDP worth of public spending not recorded in recent official budgets, creating a gap between its reported deficit and actual financing needs, IMF

Ukraine's Zelenskiy in Ireland as Dublin takes over Council of EU presidency

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy arrived in Ireland on Wednesday as Dublin takes over the rotating presidency of the Council of the European Union.

How the Supreme Court became a pivotal force in Trump's immigration agenda

The Supreme Court has tackled several key immigration issues this term, supporting President Donald Trump's administration in three cases

Turkey tightens security and showcases strength and commitment ahead of NATO summit

Turkey is implementing extensive security measures for the upcoming NATO summit, deploying thousands of police and banning public gatherings

Trump’s audacious bid to end birthright citizenship was not an entire loss at the Supreme Court

Trump’s audacious bid to end birthright citizenship was not an entire loss at the Supreme Court

Speaker Mike Johnson reacts as reporter reads birthright citizenship opinion to him live

Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson reacted live to the Supreme Court opinion on birthright citizenship, with a reporter reading it to him while he was holding a press conference.

Medicare is now covering some GLP-1 weight loss drugs for $50. Here’s what to know

The federal government has launched a new program to make GLP-1 weight loss drugs more affordable for older Americans

Buckingham Palace is a must-see for tourists. So why don’t the royals want to live there?

Buckingham Palace is a must-see for tourists. So why don’t the royals want to live there?

Ukrainian drone attacks on oil refineries plunge Russia into a summer fuel crisis

Lines are growing at Russian gas stations -- and so is the frustration and uncertainty as several months of Ukrainian attacks have set oil refineries ablaze and choked supplies for motorists across the vast country

Kazakhstan to hold snap parliamentary election on August 23

Kazakhstan will hold a snap parliamentary election on August 23, according to a decree signed by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev on Wednesday as a new constitution took

Syria's Sharaa appoints lawmakers, paving way for new parliament to convene

Syrian authorities announced the names of 70 lawmakers on Wednesday appointed to a transitional parliament by President Ahmed al-Sharaa, paving the way to convene

Transgender people finding it hard to win at US Supreme Court

In May 1996, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down a voter-passed Colorado measure that had denied gay people legal protections against discrimination.

France sets presidential election dates

France will hold the first round of its next presidential election on April 18, 2027, with a run-off set for May 2, the government spokeswoman, Maud Bregeon, said on

Takeaways from Supreme Court term: Trump's power is enhanced, but he lost some high-profile cases

President Donald Trump didn’t get what he wanted in some of the biggest Supreme Court cases this year: tariffs, birthright citizenship and the attempted firing of Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook

Spain citizenship law for expatriates' descendants sparks voting quarrel

A reparations law granting descendants of Spaniards the right to citizenship has sparked a heated political debate as right-wing opposition

China imposes export controls on 40 Japanese entities as tensions with Tokyo rise

China has imposed new export controls on 40 Japanese entities, accusing them of contributing to Japan’s “remilitarization.”

China tells its ethnic minorities to integrate or face consequences with sweeping new unity law

China tells its ethnic minorities to integrate or face consequences with sweeping new unity law

How a new super PAC formed to counter AIPAC is fueling democratic socialists’ wins

How a new super PAC formed to counter AIPAC is fueling democratic socialists’ wins

Myanmar set to restart contentious $3.6 billion dam project backed by China

Myanmar's new government aims to complete within roughly eight years a contentious

Poland warns Russia seeks to exploit Ukraine tensions with sabotage operations

Polish special services are preparing for possible Russian sabotage operations aimed at inflaming tensions between Poles and Ukrainians, Tomasz Siemoniak, minister in charge

Xi touts Chinese wisdom and solutions as a model for developing nations

China's leader has highlighted the country's rapid industrialization as a model for developing nations

Australia weighs break-up of Big Four accounting firms after scandals

The Australian government said on Wednesday it was considering breaking up the Big Four accounting firms and bringing them under the

Progressives inflict big defeats on incumbent Democrats in US Colorado primaries

Progressive Democrats delivered big upsets in Colorado on Tuesday night, with democratic socialist Melat Kiros ousting U.S.

NATO allies have grown silent on rights concerns in Turkey

Five years ago, the West risked a full-blown diplomatic crisis with NATO ally Turkey when 10 ambassadors called for the release of a man they saw as a

Writer E. Jean Carroll calls for Trump to pay $5.8M after high court appeal fails

Advice columnist E

Myanmar's Min Aung Hlaing to visit Laos in first ASEAN member state visit

Myanmar junta chief turned president Min Aung Hlaing will make an official visit to Laos in the next few days, state media reported on Wednesday, his first trip to an ASEAN member

China's Xi urges ruling Communist Party to be adaptable, safeguard advances

China's ruling Communist Party must keep pace with changing circumstances while safeguarding the advances it has made, President Xi Jinping said on Wednesday during

Taiwan ships should ignore boarding requests by China coast guard, Taipei says

Taiwanese ships off the island's east coast should ignore any boarding and inspection demands by China's Coast Guard, and if necessary Taiwanese Coast Guard vessels will

Ukraine seeks €6.6 billion from EU's peace fund for military aid

Ukraine is asking its European Union partners to direct €6.6 billion ($7.5 billion) available under the European Peace Facility to military aid, to take advantage of what it sees as

Russia approved secret China military training at top level, sources say

China's covert military training of Russian forces last year was personally approved by President Vladimir Putin's defence minister and directly involved at least four Russian and

Democratic socialist Melat Kiros defeats incumbent Diana DeGette in Colorado House primary

Democratic socialist Melat Kiros defeated 15-term U.S.

Democratic socialist Melat Kiros defeats longtime US House incumbent in Colorado

Democratic socialist Melat Kiros has defeated U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette in a Colorado House primary

Anti-immigration protesters march in South Africa, as some immigrants leave the country

Thousands of demonstrators have gathered in South Africa to protest illegal immigration

US seen not extending USMCA, starting decade-long countdown to end trade pact

U.S.

US removes curbs on Anthropic's latest Fable and Mythos AI models

Anthropic said on Tuesday that the U.S.

Democratic socialists oust another House incumbent and other takeaways from Colorado’s primaries

Democratic socialists oust another House incumbent and other takeaways from Colorado’s primaries

Trump reports over $1.4 billion in income from crypto ventures

U.S.

US VP Vance says the Vatican's views on immigration are 'troubling'

U.S.

E. Jean Carroll asks judge to release more than $5 million after Supreme Court denies Trump’s appeal

E. Jean Carroll asks judge to release more than $5 million after Supreme Court denies Trump’s appeal

Trump, Republicans to stage convention in Dallas ahead of midterms

U.S.

Iran says it won't meet with U.S. envoys, clouding prospects for peace deal

Iran said on Tuesday it would not meet with top U.S. envoys who flew to the region following an outbreak of hostilities, clouding the

Brazil needs new fiscal measures as targets become unfeasible from 2028, Treasury says

Brazil's Treasury said on Tuesday that fiscal targets will become unfeasible from 2028 without new measures, as rising mandatory spending outpaces

Top Ukrainian commander says readying for possible new Russian attack from north

Ukraine's top military commander said in an interview broadcast on Tuesday that his forces were preparing for a possible new Russian attack from the north, but any attempt to

US military deploys over 900 personnel to Venezuela for earthquake response

The U.S. military has established a robust footprint of U.S. forces in and around Venezuela to support relief operations, with more than 900 personnel

House GOP deadlocks over Trump's demands, sending lawmakers home early

As the nation celebrates its 250th birthday this weekend, the legislative branch has momentarily called it quits

In rebuke to Trump, Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship, emphasizing the promise of equality in the Declaration of Independence

Pointing to the citizenship clause of the 14th Amendment, the high court ruled that all babies born in the United States ‘are citizens by birth.’

Trump made more than a billion dollars from cryptocurrency ventures in first year back in office

Trump made more than a billion dollars from cryptocurrency ventures in first year back in office

NPR retracts article mistakenly reporting Justice Alito's retirement, citing misunderstanding

NPR has retracted an article that incorrectly reported Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito was retiring

US DOJ directs prosecutors to prioritize 'birth tourism' probes following court ruling

The U.S.

Great-grandson of Wong Kim Ark praises Supreme Court ruling affirming birthright citizenship

The great-grandson of the Chinese American at the center of the U.S. Supreme Court case that first established the constitutional guarantee of birthright citizenship praises the latest ruling

US judges block Trump's limits on student loan forgiveness program

Two federal judges on Tuesday blocked U.S.

Vance says he believes AOC will be leading Democratic candidate in 2028

Vance says he believes AOC will be leading Democratic candidate in 2028

The Latest: Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship, rejecting Trump’s restrictions

The Supreme Court has upheld a broad conception of birthright citizenship, rejecting President Donald Trump’s executive order declaring that children born to parents who are in the United States illegally or temporarily are not American citizens

Another New York resident says he was warned by officers after criticizing ICE

A second New York resident says federal officers have served him with a warning about online activity that criticized U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement

Speaker Johnson abandons floor agenda, sends members home early amid GOP rebellion

Speaker Johnson abandons floor agenda, sends members home early amid GOP rebellion

Trump announces midterm convention for Republicans in Dallas in September

President Donald Trump has announced that Republicans will hold their first-ever national convention ahead of the midterm elections, an unusual event aimed at boosting turnout in races that will decide whether the party maintains control of Congress

UN chief says UN agency for Palestinian refugees nearing 'breaking point'

U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Tuesday urged countries to cover a $100 million gap in funding for the U.N.

Russian glide bombs kill two in Ukraine, regional governor says

Russian glide bombs killed two people and injured at least 15 in the southeastern Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia on Tuesday, Regional Governor Ivan Fedorov said.

US House starts July 4 break early after Republican hardline push for Trump voter ID bill

Republican leaders sent the U.S.

Supreme Court rules against trans girls participating in single-sex sports, but leaves open larger questions of trans rights

The Supreme Court’s rulings on Little v. Hecox and West Virginia v. B.P.J. focused on transgender students participating on sports teams, but likely has broader implications.

Venezuelans deported by the US hours before the deadly earthquake struck are missing

Venezuelans deported by the US hours before the deadly earthquake struck are missing

Supreme Court takeaways: Wins for conservatives, some Trump limits

The U.S.

Republican Tom Kean Jr. reveals depression diagnosis after his four-month absence from Congress

New Jersey Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr. has revealed the reason for his four-month absence from the U.S. House

Next NATO summit in Albania in doubt amid US reluctance and low defence spending

As NATO leaders prepare for a summit in Turkey next week, plans for an alliance summit in

Family files federal civil rights lawsuit, claims deputies ignored cries for help from their loved one

Family files federal civil rights lawsuit, claims deputies ignored cries for help from their loved one

Cuban official says talks with the US are at a standstill, announces UN debate on US oil embargo

Cuba's foreign minister says talks between Cuba and the U.S. are at a standstill despite the island recently approving a series of free-market reforms

The Latest: Trump's envoys are in Qatar for Iran war mediation

It’s been 123 days since the U.S. and Israel launched the Iran war, and the world again awaits another round of some sort of talks as President Donald Trump and Iranian officials disagree over what and even how they’ll communicate

New Trump book, 'Regime Change,' has sold 300,000 copies, with more being printed, publisher says

The newest book on Donald Trump is a big hit

Supreme Court spurns Trump on birthright citizenship, allows transgender sports bans

The U.S.

Federal board offers $3B settlement to restructure Puerto Rico power company debt

A federal control board that oversees Puerto Rico’s finances says it has offered a $3 billion settlement to bondholders in a new push to finally restructure more than $10 billion in debt held by the U.S. territory’s power company

US Supreme Court turns away cases testing firearm age restrictions

The U.S.

Cuba's top diplomat says talks with United States showing 'no progress'

Cuba's foreign minister said on Tuesday that talks initiated earlier this year with long-time foe the United States had stalled, leaving

US Representative Tom Kean attributes months-long absence to depression

U.S.

Oil prices little changed but set for steepest monthly and quarterly losses since 2020

Oil prices were little changed on Tuesday but were headed for their biggest monthly and quarterly losses since the COVID-19 pandemic in early 2020, with investors

GOP Rep. Tom Kean announces depression diagnosis after mysterious monthslong absence from Congress

GOP Rep. Tom Kean announces depression diagnosis after mysterious monthslong absence from Congress

Mercosur launches economic partnership talks with Japan, eyes China

The South American trade bloc Mercosur launched negotiations with Japan on Tuesday for an economic partnership agreement as it seeks to expand trade ties following a

Supreme Court strikes down limits on party spending in federal elections, backing Republican appeal

The Supreme Court has erased limits on how much political parties can spend in coordination with candidates for Congress and president, striking down a federal election law that's more than 50 years old

Political parties can now spend unlimited money supporting candidates, after Supreme Court overturns decades of precedent

A huge amount of money flows into campaigns in the United States. For 20 years, the Supreme Court has been loosening rules for who can contribute and how much. It just loosened the rules again.

How the Supreme Court’s campaign finance ruling gives Republicans a major midterm boost

How the Supreme Court’s campaign finance ruling gives Republicans a major midterm boost

Denmark urges IOC to recognize Greenland and Faroe Islands as independent Olympic teams

Denmark's parliament has asked the IOC to recognize its territories Greenland and the Faroe Islands as independent Olympic teams

Longtime Clinton aide walks back claim former president visited Epstein’s island

Longtime Clinton aide walks back claim former president visited Epstein’s island

Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship, rejecting Trump’s proposed limits

The Supreme Court has upheld a broad conception of birthright citizenship, rejecting President Donald Trump’s executive order declaring that children born to people in the United States illegally or temporarily are not American citizens

Library of Congress official Trump tried to fire can keep her job for now, Supreme Court says

Library of Congress official Trump tried to fire can keep her job for now, Supreme Court says

Rights lawyers sue Ghana over third-country deportation deal with the US

An international coalition of human rights lawyers has sued Ghana, accusing the government of violating deportees' rights under a deal with the Trump administration

Supreme Court agrees to review ban on AR-style semi-automatic rifles in major Second Amendment case

Supreme Court agrees to review ban on AR-style semi-automatic rifles in major Second Amendment case

UK's Starmer unveils $20 billion defence boost in long-delayed investment plan

Prime Minister Keir Starmer pledged on Tuesday to spend an extra £15 billion ($20 billion) to modernise Britain's depleted armed forces

US Supreme Court clears way for transgender sports bans

The U.S.

US Supreme Court strikes down curbs on coordinated campaign spending

The U.S.

Denmark launches $672 million military aid package for Ukraine

Denmark announced on Tuesday a new military donation package to Ukraine worth around 4.4 billion crowns ($671.8 million).

NATO joins exercises off US coast, even as it loses political fight in Trump's Washington

The warning came booming over the airwaves, in

China appoints new civil affairs ministry party chief

Li Changguan has been appointed party chief of China's civil affairs ministry, the ministry's website showed on Tuesday.

Supreme Court strengthens Trump's hold on key levers of government power

The U.S.

US House committee opens investigation into Merck, AbbVie China drug trials

The chair of the U.S.

Supreme Court rules states may count mail ballots that arrive after Election Day

The Supreme Court on Monday upheld state laws that count mail ballots that arrive after Election Day, an unexpected rebuff of President Donald Trump’s longstanding attacks on mail-in voting. CNN's Paula Reid reports on the breaking news.

Alvin Campbell Jr., brother of Massachusetts Attorney General, sentenced in rape case

Alvin Campbell Jr., brother of Massachusetts Attorney General, sentenced in rape case

Supreme Court upholds state laws banning transgender girls and women from school athletic teams

The Supreme Court is upholding state laws barring transgender girls and women from playing on school athletic teams, in another setback for transgender people

US envoys arrive in Qatar for meetings on Iran, with tensions high over Hormuz

U.S. envoys arrived in Qatar for meetings with mediators working to negotiate an end to the war with Iran

Supreme Court ruling in Trump v. Slaughter turbocharges presidential power

The high court’s ruling effectively endorses the unitary executive theory, greatly expanding the power of the president.

Kongsberg Gruppen signs $400 million order from Kuwait through Raytheon, US FMS

Kongsberg Gruppen will provide its defense system to Kuwait in a deal with Raytheon under the U.S.

Economic pessimism among Russians at highest in at least 20 years, Gallup poll shows

Russians are more pessimistic about the state of their economy than at any time in the past 20 years, and a majority say living standards are worsening, polling organisation Gallup

Crypto firms have spent $189 million so far on 2026 US election, report says

Cryptocurrency companies have spent $189 million so far to influence the 2026 U.S. midterm elections, outpacing their spending for the previous election cycle,

UK boosts military spending by $20 billion but critics say it's not enough

Britain's future military will focus on self-flying jets, uncrewed submarines and drones

Treasury's Bessent urges gas retailers to drop prices for US 250th birthday, says "we're watching"

U.S.

Heavy rains hit Ghana, killing at least 12 in floods

At least 12 people have died after torrential rains flooded large parts of Ghana, including the capital Accra, the Ghana National Fire Service said on

How a tiny Caribbean island made American independence possible

The American Revolution was won not just by ideals and armies, but by the strategic trade networks of a small Caribbean port.

Ukraine launches major drone attack on Moscow, hitting a satellite center and killing a baby

Ukraine launches major drone attack on Moscow, hitting a satellite center and killing a baby

Congo bans gatherings in areas far from Ebola outbreak. Some say it limits dissent

Opposition and civil society groups in Congo are protesting a new ban on public demonstrations related to the Ebola outbreak there

Why most Black Americans say they never fly the American flag, according to a new AP-NORC poll

Jerry Esters proudly displays the American flag each day on his Detroit home

Germany demands $450 billion cut to 'unaffordable' EU budget, document shows

Germany is demanding a €400 billion ($456 billion) cut to the European Commission's proposed budget of €2 trillion for 2028-2034, warning that the current

White House awarded no-bid contract for East Wing ballroom, Washington Post reports

White House officials last year awarded a no-bid contract worth up to $500 million for the construction of the East Wing ballroom, the Washington Post reported on Tuesday, citing a

US envoy Witkoff and Kushner will be in Qatar, no meeting with Iran, Qatari official says

U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff and President Donald Trump's son-in-law ‌Jared Kushner will be in Doha to meet Qatari mediators to discuss U.S.-Iran negotiations, Qatar's foreign

South Africa's anti-migrant protesters march nationwide, after thousands flee violence

Anti-immigrant protesters draped in flags and wielding wooden weapons marched across cities in South Africa on Tuesday to

India's Cockroach party seeking education minister's ouster awaits cabinet reshuffle

Leaders of India's youth Cockroach Janta Party neared two weeks of sit-in protests on Tuesday, backed by a well-known activist who has started a hunger

Media group shut by Ugandan military says talks are underway to reopen outlets

A leading East African media group whose outlets in Uganda were shut down at the weekend by soldiers is in talks with the military to reopen, with staff still unable to

Japan vows to boost investment in Takaichi's first policy blueprint

Japan will overhaul its budget process to more flexibly boost investment in growth areas and respond to crises, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's first

With independent agencies imperiled, Fed may face further pressure despite Cook win

The Supreme Court may have reaffirmed the U.S.

New Kazakhstan constitution takes effect as political transition gathers pace

Kazakhstan's President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has promised a fundamental reshaping of the Central Asian nation under

Trump's push for the world's lowest drug prices hits snag with mid-sized companies

President Donald Trump has promised to make U.S. prescription drug prices the cheapest in the world, but a closely watched

Indonesia sentences Gojek founder to 10 years in prison in controversial graft case

An Indonesian court on Tuesday ruled that Nadiem Makarim, co-founder of tech firm Gojek and a former education minister, was guilty

How Trump chose a former Oklahoma state trooper to lead ICE — and handed Markwayne Mullin a win

How Trump chose a former Oklahoma state trooper to lead ICE — and handed Markwayne Mullin a win

Indonesia's Makarim, Gojek founder and former minister, found guilty of graft

An Indonesian court on Tuesday ruled that Nadiem Makarim, co-founder of tech firm Gojek and a former education minister, was guilty of corruption and sentenced him to 10

BOJ's slow, dovish revamp casts doubt over long-term rate-hike plans

Political pressure on the Bank of Japan to slow its interest rate hikes is growing amid a push by Sanae Takaichi's government to restore dovish policymakers

Israel-Lebanon deal may entrench stalemate rather than end war, analysts say

A security deal between Israel and Lebanon risks entrenching a stalemate rather than resolving Israel's underlying conflict with Hezbollah by tying

Keep out of China's clutches, Taiwan's president tells military cadets

Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te warned military cadets on Tuesday not to succumb to China's spying activities and to defend freedom and

A year after USAID shutdown, Americans still back foreign development aid, poll shows

A year after the Trump administration dismantled the U.S.

Anti-migrant politics spark resurgence of racism, say some Britons of colour

After nearly four decades in Britain, Ali Haydor says there are now days when he wishes he could hide his brown skin.

Indonesia scales back military training for staff in President's cooperative project after deaths

Indonesia has scaled back its basic military training for prospective managers of President Prabowo Subianto's village cooperative programme, a defence ministry

Trump's fixation on voting has had mixed results. He still has ways to affect November's elections

President Donald Trump has tried many ways to tighten his grip on U.S. elections, from signing executive orders to pushing restrictive legislation in Congress

Australian treasurer says alleged access of prime minister's bank data 'incredibly concerning'

Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers said on Tuesday a report that two Ernst & Young employees on temporary assignment at Commonwealth Bank of Australia allegedly accessed

Trump posts apparent AI-generated image of large, golden eagle affixed to Truman Balcony

Trump posts apparent AI-generated image of large, golden eagle affixed to Truman Balcony

US House passes youth online safety legislation

The U.S.

US to suspend some duties on phosphate fertilizer from Morocco

U.S.

Venezuela's Machado says she will return to Venezuela to help quake victims

Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado said on Monday she is "willing to do whatever it takes" to enter Venezuela to help with the country's recovery efforts following

Trump urges gasoline retailers to lower prices, warns of 'big problems' if they don't

U.S.

John Roberts fought for decades to overturn Humphrey’s Executor

John Roberts fought for decades to overturn Humphrey’s Executor

Trump nominates acting Labor Secretary Keith Sonderling to be agency's permanent chief

President Donald Trump says he will nominate Keith Sonderling as secretary of labor

Democratic-led states sue over Trump administration's Medicaid work requirement rule

A coalition of Democratic-led states sued on Monday to block a Trump administration rule implementing new work requirements for Medicaid recipients, arguing

US and Iran negotiators head to Doha, but meeting uncertain

Iranian and U.S. negotiating teams were due in Doha this week, but Iran said on Monday no meeting had been

New Mexico governor says state could seek billions after DEA let fentanyl hit streets

New Mexico's governor says the state could seek billions in civil damages after DEA agents allowed fentanyl shipments into communities

US senator asks regulator to reject giant NextEra-Dominion power deal, filing

U.S.

Mexico's Sheinbaum vows no protection for ex-Pemex chief after wife posts alleged abuse video

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum vowed on Monday that she would not protect anyone after a video appeared to show the former head of state

Ukraine's Zelenskiy mocks Russian military drive, says Moscow rejects all peace proposals

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy mocked Russia's military drive on Monday, saying the Kremlin over the course of more than four years had set and put off 15 deadlines to

US Supreme Court justices disclose millions in book earnings, teaching income

Four U.S.

Trump calls housing bill 'a big yawn,' presses voting curbs

U.S.

Colorado court rejects November ballot initiatives aimed at redrawing congressional districts

Colorado voters won't get to decide this November on whether to change the state's congressional districts to favor Democrats

Arkansas will move forward with a ban on using SNAP for candy and soda despite recent court ruling

Arkansas is moving forward with a ban on allowing government food aid to be used for candy and soda

Trump signs memo making it easier for Americans to fix own vehicles

U.S. President Donald Trump signed a memorandum on Monday supporting Americans' ability to repair their own vehicles. 

Russian attacks in major Ukrainian cities kill 10, officials say

Russian attacks on three major Ukrainian cities killed 10 people and wounded dozens on Monday, authorities said, with strikes continuing

UK asylum seekers face £10,000 charge before they can apply to settle

Asylum seekers in Britain could have to repay the state around £10,000 ($13,222) for accommodation and basic living support before becoming eligible to apply for settlement

Maryland man sentenced to 15 months for threats against Black and Muslim communities

A Maryland man was sentenced by a judge on Monday to 15 months in federal prison for making online threats, particularly toward Black and Muslim

Federal Reserve independence secures an important, but not final, victory at US Supreme Court

The court’s narrow opinion backing Fed governor Lisa Cook against Trump referenced the Fed’s vital role in steering the US economy.

FDA panel on peptides will include experts who promote the unproven chemicals favored by RFK Jr.

The Food and Drug Administration is meeting next month to consider easing restrictions on several peptides, a group of unapproved drugs popular with followers of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. The agency posted meeting materials online Monday

The Supreme Court handed Trump an election case defeat. Is a bigger win for him coming?

The Supreme Court handed Trump an election case defeat. Is a bigger win for him coming?

She was a first lady at 19. Now she’s one step closer to winning Peru’s presidency

She was a first lady at 19. Now she’s one step closer to winning Peru’s presidency

Flooding at Cheney Lake leads to multiple campground closures, evacuations and more

Flooding at Cheney Lake leads to multiple campground closures, evacuations and more

Democrats in half of states sue Trump administration over Medicaid work rules

Democrats in 25 states and the District of Columbia are suing the Trump administration over its interpretation of new Medicaid work requirements

Keiko Fujimori leads Peru's presidential race after official count concludes

Keiko Fujimori leads the final count in Peru's presidential runoff after the country's ONPE electoral authority finished tallying 100%

Supreme Court rejects Trump bid to fire Fed's Cook but expands presidential powers

The U.S.

US judge blocks labor board's Trump-era move to take control over union elections

A federal judge on Monday blocked the U.S. agency that oversees union elections for federal employees from shifting authority over all labor representation

US and Iran pause strikes but disagree over next steps on talks

The United States and Iran have separately announced they are sending delegations to Qatar this week, though Tehran insists it has not agreed to meet with the U_S_ “at any level.”

Supreme Court ruling gives a reprieve to states with grace periods for receiving mail ballots

Election officials in states that allow mail ballots to be counted after Election Day say they are relieved that the U.S. Supreme Court has rejected an effort to outlaw the practice

Iran says this. The U.S. says that. A look at the trickiest issues in the unresolved conflict

The 60-day clock is ticking on further talks between the United States and Iran on the interim deal they signed earlier this month, but it's not clear when their negotiators will meet again

Congo bans gatherings in Kinshasa and three provinces over Ebola outbreak

The Democratic Republic of Congo has banned public gatherings in four provinces, including the capital, Kinshasa, as the country battles a deadly Ebola outbreak. 

ICE releases a Texas nun intercepted walking to church dressed in her habit

Diocese officials in south Texas say a nun walking to church dressed in her habit was detained by ICE officers and later released after members of Congress intervened

DC will pay $50,000 to man detained while protesting guard patrol with 'Star Wars' song, record says

A settlement document reveals the District of Columbia has agreed to pay $50,000 to resolve a lawsuit filed by a resident who accused police officers of illegally detaining him for following an Ohio National Guard patrol while playing Darth Vader’s theme song from “Star Wars” on his phone

Professor known for 'torture memos' will advise conspiracy probe focused on perceived Trump foes

John Yoo, a conservative law professor known for his views on presidential power, confirms he will advise a team investigating whether officials conspired against Donald Trump

Supreme Court backs Trump's FTC firing, expands presidential power

The U.S.

US Supreme Court to issue final rulings of term on Tuesday

The U.S.

El Salvador's Bukele seeks party nod for third term after constitutional change

El Salvador President Nayib Bukele has registered to seek his party's nomination for the 2027 presidential election, pursuing a third term after allies in Congress

US Supreme Court endorses grace periods for mail-in ballots

The U.S.

Czech president, prime minister clash over leadership as both pack for NATO summit

The Czech government agreed under court pressure on Monday to let President Petr Pavel attend a NATO summit in Turkey next week but refused to allow him to

Catholic bishops unite at Nogales border in support of immigrants

Catholic bishops unite at Nogales border in support of immigrants

US Supreme Court won't revive lawyer Alan Dershowitz's case against CNN

The U.S.

Fed's Lisa Cook made history even before battling Trump

Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook was the first U.S. central banker to be targeted for firing by any president.

Serbia's Vucic eyes new political chapter as he steps down from presidency

When Aleksandar Vucic announced that he will step down as president of Serbia, cutting short his mandate and

Iraq's push for bigger OPEC quota driven by revenue pressures, new oil investment

An economic crisis caused by the Iran war and a fresh surge of investment by oil majors are driving Iraq's aggressive push for a higher

US Supreme Court rebuffs Trump's appeal in E. Jean Carroll case

The U.S. Supreme Court declined on Monday to hear President Donald Trump's bid to overturn a $5 million verdict in favor of E.

Nasdaq, NYSE to ring opening bell from Oval Office for Trump Accounts launch, Hassett tells CNBC

The Nasdaq and the NYSE will ring the opening bell from the Oval Office for the first time together to launch Trump's much-touted government-backed investment program for children

Supreme Court rules states can count late-arriving mailed ballots, rejecting Trump-led challenge

The Supreme Court is rejecting a Republican-led attack on state laws that allow the counting of late-arriving mail ballots, a target of President Donald Trump

Gov. Greg Abbott rallies Kleberg County Republicans as Democrats hold state convention

Gov. Greg Abbott rallies Kleberg County Republicans as Democrats hold state convention

America 250 celebrations bring extraordinary security challenge to Washington

Hundreds of thousands are expected in Washington, D.C., for the 250th anniversary of the nation’s freedom

Andy Burnham says he’d hand more power to local governments if he becomes UK leader

Andy Burnham, likely the next U.K. prime minister, has pledged to give more autonomy to local leaders

Supreme Court will weigh Trump-backed Republican appeal to enforce Arizona voting laws

The Supreme Court says it will consider Arizona voting laws passed in the wake of the 2020 election that impose proof-of-citizenship requirements for voter registration and regular purging of state voter rolls

Supreme Court won't revive Alan Dershowitz's $300 million suit against CNN

The Supreme Court is refusing to revive a $300 million defamation lawsuit filed against CNN over its coverage of a prominent attorney’s remarks during President Donald Trump’s 2020 impeachment trial

Supreme Court asks Trump administration views on Pennsylvania mail-in ballot dispute

The U.S.

Israeli strikes kill at least 8 in Gaza, including 2 children, health officials say

Israeli strikes in southern and central Gaza on Monday killed at least eight people, including two children, according to health officials

Zelenskyy condemns 'horrific attacks' as Russian strikes kill 12 and wound 40 in Ukraine

Ukrainian officials say Russian missiles and drones have killed at least 12 civilians and injured 40 others

In 2 landmark decisions, the Supreme Court expands gun rights for concealed carry holders and casual drug users

Two recent Supreme Court rulings suggest the high court is so pro-gun it has decided it must also be pro-drugs.

US Supreme Court to hear Republican bid to revive Arizona voter restrictions

The U.S.

Wall Street opens higher as US, Iran halt attacks

Wall Street's main indexes opened higher on Monday as easing tensions in the Middle East lifted sentiment following days of hostilities between the U.S. and Iran.

Ex-prisoner questions easing Belarus sanctions as repression persists

An ex-political prisoner from Belarus on Monday raised doubts about easing sanctions on the Eastern European country in return for releasing political

U.S. says Trump envoys Kushner and Witkoff will travel for Iran meeting in Doha

The United States said a high-level meeting on Iran would be held in Doha on Tuesday with President Donald Trump's top envoys

Pakistani airstrikes kill 36 civilians in Afghanistan and wound 160, officials say

Officials in Afghanistan say overnight strikes by Pakistani forces have killed at least 36 civilians and injured more than 160

Bill Maher accepts Twain humor prize as the Kennedy Center navigates Trump-era upheaval

Bill Maher has accepted the prestigious Mark Twain Prize for American Humor

UC Berkeley is establishing the Nancy Pelosi Institute to address democracy's challenges

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and the University of California, Berkeley, are partnering to form a new nonpartisan academic institute they say will be dedicated to strengthening democracy

UK's prime minister-in-waiting vows to rip up politics as usual

Andy Burnham, Britain's prime minister-in-waiting, vowed on Monday to deliver radical change to the nation's politics by

Turkey's Erdogan says NATO summit must emphasise unity and resilience

Turkey expects next month's NATO summit in Ankara to emphasise alliance unity, President Tayyip Erdogan said on Monday, calling for the lifting of restrictions on defence

Happy birthday, America? At 250, nation may be too divided to celebrate as one

Betsy Halsey, 63, still has memorabilia from America's 1976 bicentennial in her childhood bedroom at her parents'

UK's likely next leader Burnham commits to existing fiscal rules

Andy Burnham, the Labour lawmaker expected to replace Keir Starmer as British prime minister, said his plans for the country are consistent with the party's

At least 28 killed in Pakistan air operations on Afghanistan, UN says

At least 28 civilians were killed and 49 injured in airstrikes carried out by Pakistan on its border with Afghanistan, the United Nations Assistance

Senior Lebanese official slams US-brokered deal with Israel, warns of divisions

Lebanon's Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri, a key ally of Hezbollah, on Monday slammed a U.S.-brokered agreement between Lebanon and Israel, warning it could lead to attempts

A Chinese dissident recounts his perilous dinghy escape to South Korea and how he got to Canada

Chinese dissident Dong Guangping has finally reached Canada after a perilous escape from China

Weekend wars

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Company trying to clean Reflecting Pool is thrust into political storm, hires crisis communications firm

Company trying to clean Reflecting Pool is thrust into political storm, hires crisis communications firm

House Republicans are looking to get their agenda on track after a chaotic week

Speaker Mike Johnson is looking to get the Republican-led House back on track

Deleted tweets on Darializa Avila Chevalier’s account had favorable references to communist leaders and Marxism

Deleted tweets on Darializa Avila Chevalier’s account had favorable references to communist leaders and Marxism

Kara Swisher took Silicon Valley by force. Now she's eyeing influence in the 2028 campaign

Kara Swisher is expanding her influence from tech journalism to politics

‘Leave or return in a coffin’: The threat driving migrants out of South Africa

‘Leave or return in a coffin’: The threat driving migrants out of South Africa

Conservative presidential power expert set to assist investigation into Trump foes

Conservative presidential power expert set to assist investigation into Trump foes

Netanyahu’s emerging challenger represents his polar opposite, and that may be his appeal

Netanyahu’s emerging challenger represents his polar opposite, and that may be his appeal

Spanish NGOs push undocumented migrants to apply for regularisation as deadline looms

Several non-governmental organisations in Spain are urging undocumented migrants to register in a final push for a special mass regularisation process that

New York launches tariff relief program for farmers

New York farmers can start submitting applications for up to $25,000 in relief from the state as part of a $30 million aid effort aimed at easing the hit to farmers

After 40 years in Congress, Nancy Pelosi to help create institute to train leaders of the future

After 40 years in Congress, Nancy Pelosi to help create institute to train leaders of the future

Israel says it destroyed Hezbollah underground infrastructure in southern Lebanon

The Israeli military has destroyed underground infrastructure used by Lebanese militant group Hezbollah in a village in southern

Americans' pride in US history and democracy drops, and fewer are proud to be American, polls find

A new AP-NORC poll finds that Americans have grown less proud of the country’s history or the way its democracy works over the past several years

Australia and Vanuatu sign delayed security deal seen as curbing China

Australia and Vanuatu on Monday signed a development and security pact that had been delayed for months over Vanuatu's concerns that it could stifle

Russia pounds on the gates of Ukraine's 'fortress belt'

Russia is grinding its way into Kostiantynivka, a key stronghold in Ukraine's eastern "fortress belt" long

China vows support for Belarus' national sovereignty

China supports Belarus in safeguarding its national sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity, Chinese President Xi Jinping told Belarusian President Alexander

Australia gives regulator more power to pursue Big Tech over under-16 ban

Australia introduced new legislation in parliament on Monday to strengthen enforcement of its under-16 social media ban and give its internet regulator more power to pursue

A long-awaited Australia-Vanuatu pact blocks China from building a military base

Australia and Vanuatu have signed a long-awaited bilateral security and economic treaty that prevents China creating a military base on the South Pacific island nation

FACT FOCUS: A look at the Trump administration's challenge to birthright citizenship

The battle over birthright citizenship hasn't ended for President Donald Trump despite a June 30 Supreme Court ruling that rejected his executive order declaring that children born to parents who are in the United States illegally or temporarily are not American citizens

The Supreme Court nears the end of its term with momentous cases about Trump's power to be decided

The Supreme Court is wrapping up a term that has focused on President Donald Trump’s expansive claims of presidential power

Ousted Bangladesh PM Hasina vows to return home this year

Ousted former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has vowed to return to Bangladesh this year, brushing aside a death sentence handed down in absentia and denouncing the ruling as

Pakistan says ground operation and strikes along Afghan border killed 29 militants

Pakistani officials say security forces have targeted militant hideouts in a major operation along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border

Singapore's opposition retains Singh as party chief despite court conviction

Singapore's Workers' Party has retained Pritam Singh as its secretary-general, despite his removal as Leader of the Opposition by the Prime Minister earlier this year

Facing China, one Taiwan Coast Guard officer draws strength from the gods

When Yeh Chih-sheng steps aboard Taiwan Coast Guard vessel CG1005 in the choppy waters of the Taiwan Strait, he brings

A rights group warns Vietnam is ramping up arrests under broad laws to crush dissent

A rights group is warning that Vietnam is increasingly using broadly worded laws to arrest activists, dissidents and others seen as threats to Communist Party rule

Putin says Russia will press on with front-line campaign regardless of Ukraine proposals

President Vladimir Putin said on Sunday that Russia will press ahead with its battlefield aim of fully capturing four Ukrainian regions, rejecting what he said

Israel moves to formally recognize Armenian WWI deaths as a genocide

Israel’s Cabinet has approved a proposal to designate the violence against Armenians by the Ottoman Empire during World War I as genocide

Trump says his renovation plans for a golf course will have Washington hosting a 'major' tournament

President Donald Trump surveyed his construction projects around the nation's capital, suggesting his redevelopment of the East Potomac Golf Links could host major tournaments

Iran attacks Bahrain and Kuwait following US strikes and threatens to halt talks

Iran has again launched drone and missile attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait in response to new U.S. airstrikes

Conditions improve after widespread flooding and heavy rain kill at least 4 in Kentucky

Conditions improve after widespread flooding and heavy rain kill at least 4 in Kentucky

South Korea coach quits after early World Cup exit prompts fierce criticism from president

South Korea coach Hong Myung-bo resigned Sunday after the team’s quick elimination from the World Cup drew a harsh condemnation from the country’s president, who called the coach “incapable” and ordered a complete review of the national team program

Trump says work on East Potomac public golf course to begin in September

U.S.

Israeli strikes and shelling in Gaza kill at least 4 Palestinians, health workers say

Local health officials say the latest Israeli strikes across the Gaza Strip have killed at least four Palestinians, including a 13-year-old girl

Serbians keep up protest after President Vucic says he will step down

Thousands of protesters descended on the Serbian city of Kraljevo on Sunday, keeping up pressure on President Aleksandar Vucic a day after he

Migrants in US on temporary status should seek permanent residence or leave, Homeland Secretary says

Migrants in the United States on temporary protected status should seek permanent residence or leave for their home countries, U.S.

Housing bill will be sent to Trump on Monday, US House speaker says

U.S.

Iraqi officials, including lawmakers, arrested on corruption charges in overnight raid

Iraqi political officials have been arrested on corruption charges

Austria urges Europe to host Anthropic following US curbs on AI access

Austria has proposed that the European Union should consider hosting Anthropic within the bloc's borders in order to counter efforts by the United States to block

As Supreme Court's term nears its end, three major Trump rulings due

The U.S.

Democrats wrestle with race, populism and ideology in clashes with lawmakers of color

The Democratic Party is confronting its long-standing dilemmas over identity and ideology as it wrestles with populist challengers in communities of color

Progressives look to Colorado as next test of a rising movement

Progressives look to Colorado as next test of a rising movement

America split from monarchy 250 years ago. Trump's presidency is testing how far it's come

America is getting ready to celebrate the 250th anniversary since it split from Britain's monarchy and embarked on its experiment in democracy

Death toll in Venezuela quake tops 1,400 as rescue efforts intensify

The death toll from Venezuela's devastating twin earthquakes rose above 1,400 on Saturday as foreign rescue teams poured into the country and

Ugandan army chief orders the closure of a major news platform

Uganda's military chief and son of President Yoweri Museveni has ordered the shutdown of a major news organization

Iraq detains politicians, officials in anti-corruption crackdown

Iraqi security forces arrested politicians and senior officials early on Sunday as part of a broader anti-corruption campaign ordered by Prime Minister Ali al‑Zaidi, a

Ukraine hits two Russian oil refineries overnight

Ukraine hit two Russian oil refineries in the regions of Krasnodar and Yaroslavl overnight, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Sunday, as Kyiv ramps up pressure on

Israel damaged heritage sites across south Lebanon, minister says

A crown was blown off an ancient column in a UNESCO-listed site in Lebanon's port city of Tyre.

Pakistan's military says 3 soldiers were killed in militant attack in Karachi and vows retaliation

Pakistan’s military says three paramilitary soldiers were killed and four others wounded in fighting after militants launched an overnight attack on a Rangers regional headquarters in the southern port city of Karachi

Two years after their last debate, Biden jabs at Trump: ‘What a loser’

Two years after their last debate, Biden jabs at Trump: ‘What a loser’

South Korea, Japan reaffirm denuclearisation goal, closer defence ties

South Korea and Japan on Sunday reaffirmed their commitment to the denuclearisation of the Korean peninsula and agreed to revive joint search-and-rescue drills in a step

Iran narrowly knocked out of tumultuous World Cup on Austria's last-second goal

Iran has been eliminated from the World Cup, narrowly failing to advance past the group stage in a politically charged tournament where the team played its matches amid tight restrictions imposed by the United States

A new law could create a list of immigrants illegally living in Mississippi. Advocates are alarmed

A new Mississippi law authorizes the state's top law enforcement agency to compile a list of immigrants illegally living in the state

US Rep. Julia Letlow, endorsed by Trump, wins the GOP primary for Senate in Louisiana

U.S. Rep. Julia Letlow has won Louisiana’s Republican nomination for the U.S. Senate

Trump-backed Julia Letlow wins Louisiana GOP Senate runoff, completing president’s revenge plot against Bill Cassidy

Trump-backed Julia Letlow wins Louisiana GOP Senate runoff, completing president’s revenge plot against Bill Cassidy

Australia toughens kids' social media ban, doubles potential penalties for tech firms

Australia said on Saturday it would double the maximum penalty it can impose on tech firms that fail to uphold a ground-breaking social media ban for

Chinese dissident who fled to South Korea by dinghy arrives in Canada

A Chinese political dissident who fled to South Korea last month in a dinghy has arrived in Canada

US airstrikes again hit Iran as Tehran strikes Bahrain and Kuwait, further imperiling interim deal

The U.S. military has launched a second round of airstrikes targeting Iran at President Donald Trump’s direction

4 dead amid flooding caused by heavy rains, Kentucky governor says

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear says four people have died due to flooding from thunderstorms in that state

U.S. conducts further strikes on Iran 

The United States carried out further strikes on Iran on Saturday, said the U.S.

Tanker struck in Hormuz as Iran, US trade attacks in worst escalation since peace deal

A tanker reported being struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, Britain's maritime security agency said, after the

Argentina cabinet chief resigns after corruption allegations

Argentine President Javier Milei's cabinet chief, Manuel Adorni, resigned on Saturday following a scandal that led to investigations into his spending in recent years.

Trump says he is nominating former Oklahoma state trooper Lance Schroyer as ICE director

President Donald Trump says he is nominating Lance Schroyer as the next director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement

Trump says he’ll nominate former Oklahoma state trooper Lance Schroyer as ICE director

Trump says he’ll nominate former Oklahoma state trooper Lance Schroyer as ICE director

Serbian President Vucic says he will resign within weeks; move comes amid student protests

Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said on Saturday he would resign within weeks and the country will hold early presidential and parliamentary

Trump says he will nominate Lance Schroyer as ICE director

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Saturday that he will nominate Lance Schroyer as the next director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

Man with same name as US Sen. Dan Sullivan is eligible for Alaska's primary ballot, judge rules

An Alaska judge has ruled that a man with the same name and party affiliation as Alaska Republican U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan is eligible to challenge the senator in the August primary

Israeli drone strike kills Palestinian siblings in a Gaza tent camp

Nasser Hospital says an Israeli drone strike has killed two Palestinian siblings in southern Gaza

Millions drop Obamacare health coverage after subsidies expire and costs rise

New federal figures show that about 3 million fewer people had Affordable Care Act health insurance plans in February compared with the same time last year

Alaska judge puts the other Dan Sullivan back on US Senate ballot

An Alaska judge has ruled that Dan J. Sullivan can join Republican U.S.

Senior US officials frustrated by Machado bid to return to Venezuela after quakes, White House official says

A renewed push by Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado for U.S. help to return home following devastating earthquakes in the South

Hezbollah rejects US-brokered Israel-Lebanon security deal as 'surrender'

Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem rejected a U.S.-brokered security agreement between Lebanon and Israel on Saturday a day after it

Israel to withdraw from two areas in Lebanon under newly signed agreement

Israel to withdraw from two areas in Lebanon under newly signed agreement

The US and Iran have a deal on paper. At sea, the Strait of Hormuz is ‘chaotic’

The US and Iran have a deal on paper. At sea, the Strait of Hormuz is ‘chaotic’

Iran and US exchange strikes as Hormuz tensions stress agreement

Iran and US exchange strikes as Hormuz tensions stress agreement

A Reflecting Pool that has long enticed visitors now gains police scrutiny under Trump

The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is a popular spot for protests, celebrations, and photos

Some paid the ultimate price to enact voting rights. Their survivors see America turning backward

It's been six decades since the Voting Rights Act was enacted

Trump's Iran deal falls short for these voters — and some fear it could cost Republicans the midterm

By Julia Harte June 27 - President Donald Trump’s interim agreement to end the war with Iran has dragged down his approval rating and garnered criticism across the political spectrum — even from his

France considers measures after Burkina Faso breaks off relations

France said on Saturday it was considering taking reciprocal measures after Burkina Faso broke off diplomatic relations.

Ukraine strikes industrial facility in Russia's Volgograd as Russian drone attack kills 1

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukraine has struck a major industrial facility in the Russian city of Volgograd

Andy Burnham distanced himself from UK Prime Minister Starmer, but may be stuck with his policies

Andy Burnham has set himself apart from the man he expects to replace as British prime minister

Catholic bishops call for humane treatment of migrants during US-Mexico border Mass

More than 100 Catholic bishops, nuns, priests and parishioners joined a procession across the U.S.-Mexico border on Friday evening, urging

Trump likely to visit India early next year, Rubio tells India's IANS

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the U.S. is seeking to arrange a visit to India by President Donald Trump early next year as the countries work on a bilateral trade deal,

Soccer-Iran's Taremi criticises logistical issues, suggests side not welcome in US

Iran captain Mehdi Taremi questioned whether his side were welcome at the World Cup, strongly criticising the conditions they are playing under in the United

Rainbow flags dot Iran and Egypt's match as Seattle celebrates Pride during the World Cup

Rainbow flags fluttered among the sea of Iranian and Egyptian banners at Seattle’s World Cup stadium, as teams from two of the most repressive countries for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people took to the field

States seek to lower drug prices by targeting the companies that manage them for health plans

Legislators across the U.S. are trying to lower prescription costs by reining in big companies that handle drug coverage for health insurers

US strikes Iran in response to attack on cargo ship in Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. military attacked Iran on Friday in response to an Iranian drone strike on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, with

China strips generals, ex-financial regulator, politburo member of lawmaker posts

China on Friday stripped six military lawmakers, former financial regulator head Li Yunze and recently probed Politburo member Ma Xingrui of their posts in the National

Venezuelans take search for the missing into their own hands as earthquake death toll climbs

Venezuelans took the search for missing loved ones into their own hands in the aftermath of back-to-back earthquakes

US strikes Iran in response to a drone attack on a ship

The U.S. has struck Iran to respond to a drone attack a day earlier on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, a provocation that President Donald Trump said violated the ceasefire

OpenAI and Anthropic limit new AI models to Trump-approved customers during cybersecurity review

OpenAI has restricted the release of its new AI model at the request of President Donald Trump's administration

Russian drone strikes kill two in Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk region, one in Sumy region

A Russian drone strike on Friday killed two passengers aboard a minibus in Ukraine's southeastern Dnipropetrovsk region and one person in the border Sumy region, regional officials

Newly released video shows Connecticut prison officers striking inmate before he died

A Connecticut judge has publicly released a video showing correctional officers striking an inmate multiple times and pepper spraying him before he died in 2018

Utah declares a state of emergency and restricts fireworks as US largest wildfire grows

Utah is restricting fireworks as the largest wildfire in the nation grows, fueled by dry conditions and gusting winds

Complaint seeks answers on Scouting America's transgender policy after Pentagon deal

A gay rights activist is suing the Defense Department to answer a simple question: Did Scouting America actually ban transgender members in a deal with the Pentagon

Trump ramps up attacks on Democrats as ‘godless Communists’ ahead of November’s midterms

Trump ramps up attacks on Democrats as ‘godless Communists’ ahead of November’s midterms

US rights advocates welcome 'Alligator Alcatraz' closure, say systemic worries remain

U.S. immigrants' rights advocates welcomed the announcement by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis of the closure of "Alligator Alcatraz" but also urged

The Latest: US strikes Iran after Trump says ceasefire was violated

The United States has struck Iran in response to a drone attack on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz

New Mexico opens criminal probe of DEA after agents allowed fentanyl shipments to hit streets

New Mexico's attorney general has opened a criminal investigation into claims that the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration allowed hundreds of thousands of fentanyl pills to reach the streets

Things to know about Venezuela's powerful earthquakes

The devastating 7.2- and 7.5-magnitude earthquakes that struck Venezuela late Wednesday have killed at least 920 people and left more than 3,300 injured

Buttigieg was briefly separated from his children after police say he was target of false report

Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg was the target of an anonymous report that police determined was false

Trump says he will repair National Mall reflecting pool after July 4

President Donald Trump said on Friday he would repair the National Mall reflecting pool after July 4, as the landmark remains under heightened security

Israel-Lebanon framework agreement sets process to disarm Hezbollah, Rubio says

U.S.

Fear grips Haitian communities after Supreme Court ruling unwinds protection from deportation

Fear is ricocheting through Haitian communities across the United States after the Supreme Court decided to allow the Trump administration to end legal protections for migrants fleeing violence and natural disasters

Israel and Lebanon sign framework agreement with US in 'first step' toward peace, Rubio says

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has joined Israel and Lebanon’s ambassadors to the U.S. to announce a framework agreement that was described as a first step toward peace following months of conflict between Israel and the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah

DC reaches court settlement with man detained while protesting troops' patrol with Darth Vader song

The District of Columbia has reached a settlement agreement for an undisclosed amount of money with a resident who claims police illegally detained him for following an Ohio National Guard patrol while playing Darth Vader’s theme song from “Star Wars” on his phone

Supreme Court says Alito’s verbal reaction to Sotomayor was based on a ‘misunderstanding’

Supreme Court says Alito’s verbal reaction to Sotomayor was based on a ‘misunderstanding’

UN rights chief calls for investigations into US deaths in immigration custody

The United Nations human rights chief on Friday called for independent investigations into deaths of people in U.S.

Shi'ite Muslims mark their holiest day in war-battered Lebanon

Chanting rhythmically in the summer sun, the men marched through the southern Lebanese city of Nabatieh as

UN agency working to restart Hormuz evacuations after ship attack

The United Nations is working with countries to resume the evacuation of hundreds of ships and thousands of stranded seafarers from the Strait of Hormuz

A Trump commission urges 'bridges' between church and state in sweeping draft report

A new report by a Trump administration commission suggests replacing the idea of separating church and state with the idea of building bridges between them

Trump administration asks US Supreme Court to endorse immigration detention policy

U.S. President Donald Trump's administration has asked the U.S.

Israel, Lebanon sign initial agreement after US-mediated talks

Israel and Lebanon signed a framework agreement in Washington on Friday following several days of talks

US CDC raises Ebola outbreak response to highest level

The U.S.

Trump adviser-turned-critic John Bolton pleads guilty to mishandling classified documents

John Bolton, a former national security adviser for U.S.

White House asks OpenAI to limit its next model release

White House asks OpenAI to limit its next model release

Trump threatens 100% tax on European imports if countries impose tax on digital services

President Donald Trump is threatening a 100% tariff on imports from any country that imposes a tax on digital services provided by United States companies

Congressional panel investigating Epstein subpoenas Leon Black

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Black women's non-profit awards grants to local Southern groups as part of joy-filled tour

Organizations supporting Black women and girls in the American South are receiving a boost this summer

Man accused of setting Virginia Councilman Lee Vogler on fire sentenced to life in prison, will serve 40 yrs.

Man accused of setting Virginia Councilman Lee Vogler on fire sentenced to life in prison, will serve 40 yrs.

Utah judge finds prosecutor in contempt of court in Kirk case

A Utah judge on Friday found a prosecutor violated court rules with comments he made to a media outlet about the presumed guilt of Tyler Robinson, the man accused of

'Partially consumed vodka bottle' found in now-fired Florida police chief's vehicle after crash

'Partially consumed vodka bottle' found in now-fired Florida police chief's vehicle after crash

Putin, Lukashenko hold talks on Friday at tense point in Ukraine war

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko held talks on Friday, the Kremlin said, and discussions were expected to focus on the war in

Trump threatens 100% tariff on any country that imposes digital services tax

U.S.

Disagreements between Supreme Court justices bubble into public view as major rulings loom

Tensions are evident in a rare display among the Supreme Court justices at the end of the term

House Oversight panel subpoenas billionaire investor with Epstein ties for deposition and information on NDAs

House Oversight panel subpoenas billionaire investor with Epstein ties for deposition and information on NDAs

Congo files an ICJ case against Rwanda over decades of violence in eastern Congo

Congo has filed a case against Rwanda at the International Court of Justice, accusing it of responsibility for decades of violence in eastern Congo

Judge for Charlie Kirk shooting case holds prosecutor in contempt but keeps death penalty on the table

Judge for Charlie Kirk shooting case holds prosecutor in contempt but keeps death penalty on the table

Lagos building collapse kills at least nine, authorities say

At least nine people were killed and many others injured on Thursday after a multi-storey building collapsed in Lagos , the state's commissioner for information said on

Iran strikes vessel, pausing UN efforts to evacuate ships from Hormuz

Iran strikes vessel, pausing UN efforts to evacuate ships from Hormuz

Falling energy prices won't defuse rising risk of civil unrest in emerging markets

A drop in oil prices after a fragile U.S.-Iran truce has helped ease immediate inflationary pressure

Tanzania bans political rallies ahead of youth-led protests

Tanzania's interior minister, Patrobas Katambi, said on Friday the government was banning all political rallies, less than two weeks before youth-led protests

Israel releases classified documents detailing 1976 Entebbe raid to free more than 100 hostages

Israel has released documents detailing the 1976 Operation Entebbe, a daring raid to rescue more than 100 hostages from an airport in Uganda

DNC plans weekend of events to focus on affordability concerns

Democrats are organizing events nationwide this weekend to address affordability concerns

Hungary aims to meet euro entry conditions by around 2030, PM Magyar says

Hungary, which currently meets none of the criteria to adopt the euro, could meet these conditions by around 2030, Prime Minister Peter Magyar said on Friday, adding that

Thousands seek way out as South Africa braces for anti-immigrant protests

Thousands of Malawian migrants queued for processing at a makeshift camp in the South African city of Durban this week while

What is behind South Africa's anti-immigrant protests?

Protesters have told all undocumented foreigners to leave South Africa by Tuesday, ahead of anti-immigrant rallies that many fear will turn violent.

Kremlin says it will look into 'strange' video alleging army torture

The Kremlin said on Friday it would look into a viral video appeal to President Vladimir Putin by a military veteran accusing Russian commanders in Ukraine of torturing and

Israel's Netanyahu faces election challenge from hawkish ex-general

Israel's former military chief Gadi Eisenkot, who lost a son in Gaza and boasts of his "Dahiyeh doctrine" of smashing foes with disproportionate

Gavin Newsom opposes a California wealth tax. He’s proposing a national billionaire tax instead

Gavin Newsom opposes a California wealth tax. He’s proposing a national billionaire tax instead

Touring Trump's Washington: How the president is putting his imprint on the nation's capital

America is celebrating its 250th anniversary, and the nation's capital is undergoing significant changes under President Donald Trump

International aid heads to Venezuela after deadly earthquake

Rescuers, cash and other emergency aid are arriving in Venezuela after two powerful earthquakes shattered areas in and around the capital Caracas and left thousands missing.

Massive Shiite crowds mark the holy day of Ashoura against backdrop of Iran-Israel-US war fallout

Shiite Muslims have marked Ashoura, a significant day on their calendar, with large gatherings in Iran, Iraq, Lebanon and other parts of the world

Trump says New York candidates' victories pose 'greatest threat' in US history

U.S.

Russian hawks urge Putin to escalate war, drop US talks as Ukraine strikes deep

Seething over Ukrainian drone strikes and angered by what they see as a failed U.S. promise to broker an end to the war on favourable terms, Russian

Russia's Lavrov contradicts Rubio, calls for clarity on US mediation role

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov called on Friday for "clarification" of the U.S. role in trying to end the war in Ukraine.

Fed to hold rates this year, economists say, defying market bets for hikes: Reuters poll

The U.S.

Ukraine unleashes one of its heaviest drone bombardments of Russia

The Defense Ministry in Moscow says Ukraine launched a major nighttime drone attack on Russian regions, Crimea, and surrounding seas

Australia plans to strengthen laws banning children from social media

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says his government is giving priority to strengthening the world's first laws that ban children younger than 16 from social media platforms

Power outages, fuel bans and no summer camps: Crimea placed under state of emergency as Ukraine steps up pressure on Putin

Power outages, fuel bans and no summer camps: Crimea placed under state of emergency as Ukraine steps up pressure on Putin

What to expect in Louisiana’s state primary runoff

Louisiana Republicans will nominate a U.S. Senate candidate in a primary runoff Saturday, six weeks after denying Republican U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy a shot at a third term

988's LGBTQ+ hotline to relaunch this year. But the group that helped start it might be excluded

The Trump administration is moving to restart the specialized LGBTQ+ option for youth who contact the 988 crisis intervention hotline, but the group that helped pioneer the idea is being shut out

NATO deputy commander wants Turkey summit to spur more defense spending and show unity

NATO's deputy commander said he wants a summit in Turkey to encourage member countries to spend more on defense and support Ukraine

End of an era? Salvini's decline undermines Meloni's re-election bid

Matteo Salvini once earned the nickname "the captain" after steering his far-right League party to the forefront of Italian politics.

US Supreme Court expands Second Amendment rights, eyes more gun cases

The U.S.

EU's von der Leyen to go to Armenia and Azerbaijan next week

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will go to Armenia next week, said the EU on Friday, in a move aimed at highlighting Brussels' support for Armenia as

On immigration, Supreme Court accedes to Trump's restrictive agenda

Since Donald Trump returned to the presidency last year promising to aggressively crack down on immigration and pursue a campaign of mass deportation,

Italy to join US-led Pax Silica AI initiative despite Trump spat

Italy will join the U.S.-led Pax Silica initiative on artificial intelligence supply chains

South Korea court gives ex-First Lady Kim Keon Hee 7-year jail term for bribery

South Korea's former First Lady Kim Keon Hee was sentenced on Friday to seven years in jail for receiving bribes, after a court found her

Iran deal grants access to nuclear inspectors, IAEA chief says

The interim U.S.-Iran peace accord gives U.N. nuclear inspectors access to Iran, the watchdog's top official said on Friday, after Tehran indicated key sites would remain

California voters will consider a measure in November to raise taxes on billionaires

Californians will vote in November on a controversial proposal to impose a one-time tax on billionaires to help fund federal funding cuts to healthcare for low-income people

Vance, Rubio strike different tone on Iran and Israel

President Donald Trump's administration has pushed hard to present a united front on the Iran war, but statements by his vice president and secretary of

UN halts escort of ships through Hormuz after vessel comes under attack

The U.N.

Iran and Egypt avoid talking about World Cup ‘Pride Match’ in Seattle

Iran's coach and FIFA officials have refused to answer questions about a World Cup “Pride Match” in Seattle

India’s viral youth movement has moved from memes to the streets. Their leader tells CNN why

India’s viral youth movement has moved from memes to the streets. Their leader tells CNN why

Venezuela races to rescue hundreds trapped in rubble after major twin earthquakes

Hundreds of people in Venezuela were trapped under rubble and many more remained

Venezuela health minister says around 235 people dead and 4,300 injured in catastrophic earthquakes

Venezuelans searched for survivors beneath collapsed buildings and rescue teams raced to northern areas rocked by a pair of powerful earthquakes that officials say killed around 235 people and left at least 4,300 people injured

Trump nominates Chris Klomp as HHS second-in-command

Trump nominates Chris Klomp as HHS second-in-command

New York City freezes rents for one million apartments in Mayor Mamdani victory

A New York City housing board voted on Thursday to freeze the rents for about one million regulated apartments for up to two years, fulfilling a central

Rubio to host summit on political violence on July 15

U.S.

California seeks court order to block reversal of state emission rules

The state of California on Thursday sought a preliminary injunction to block the U.S.

Russia-controlled areas of Ukraine's Kherson left with no power, Moscow official says

Power was fully or partially cut off across the Russian-held part of Ukraine's Kherson region bordering Crimea, the Russian-installed governor, Vladimir Saldo, said on Telegram

74-year-old man becomes oldest inmate executed in modern Florida history

A 74-year-old man convicted of killing his wife has become the oldest person to be executed in modern Florida times

Judge blocks Tennessee from reporting sick children to immigration authorities, for now

A judge has temporarily ordered Tennessee not to give immigration authorities information about hundreds of sick and disabled immigrant children who are enrolled in a healthcare assistance program

Trump to tap telecom regulatory lawyer as DOJ antitrust head

U.S.

US moves ahead with $700 million jet engine sale to Turkey despite lawmaker concerns

President Donald Trump’s administration has formally notified Congress of its intention to sell dozens of jet engines worth more than $700 million to Turkey,

The Latest: Supreme Court rules in favor of Trump administration on 2 immigration cases

The Supreme Court has voted 6-3 to allow the Trump administration to end legal protections for migrants fleeing violence and natural disaster in Haiti and Syria, exposing hundreds of thousands more people to potential deportation

Leaders and celebrities react after powerful quakes hit Venezuela

World leaders and Venezuela related celebrities are reacting with offers and solidarity after two powerful earthquakes shook the South American nation on Wednesday, killing at least 164 people, injuring more than 1,000 and trapping many beneath collapsed buildings

'Great American State Fair' kicks off US 250th anniversary celebrations

With a 110-foot (33.5-meter) Ferris wheel, a rodeo demonstration and an eye-popping array of junk food, "The Great American State Fair" opened on

Josh Shapiro says he has ‘profound’ differences with Mamdani-backed candidate

Josh Shapiro says he has ‘profound’ differences with Mamdani-backed candidate

Congress backed an Iran war powers resolution. Now what?

This week both the Republican-led U.S. House of Representatives and U.S.

House speaker to send housing bill to White House, Axios says

U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Mike Johnson said on Thursday he will transmit the housing bill to the White House following his meeting with U.S.

Trump’s fixation on election overhaul bill derails GOP agenda on Capitol Hill

Trump’s fixation on election overhaul bill derails GOP agenda on Capitol Hill

NATO's Rutte says billions in new defense contracts will be announced at summit

NATO allies will announce tens of billions of dollars in defense-related deals at a summit next month in Turkey, and will also underscore their commitment to defense

House Speaker Johnson tries to patch things up between Trump and Congress

U.S.

Turkey, Venezuela discuss aid after deadly earthquakes, source says

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan discussed the earthquakes in Venezuela and the country's need for aid in a call with his Venezuelan counterpart Yvan Gil on Thursday, a

Supreme Court ruling blocks thousands of lawsuits against the maker of Roundup weedkiller

The Supreme Court has sided with the maker of Roundup weedkiller, blocking thousands of lawsuits alleging it failed to warn users the product could cause cancer

Turkish journalism groups say independent outlets denied accreditation for a NATO summit in Ankara

Turkish journalism groups say several independent media outlets have been denied accreditation for an upcoming NATO summit in Ankara

Haiti’s World Cup run ends with a Supreme Court ruling striking a blow to many fans

Haiti’s World Cup run ends with a Supreme Court ruling striking a blow to many fans

Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz' immigration detention center has closed, governor says

Florida Gov_ Ron DeSantis has announced the closure of the temporary immigration center known as "Alligator Alcatraz."

Senate walks back rebuke of Trump over Iran war

The Senate voted to undo Tuesday’s vote to reign in Trump’s war powers in Iran. The new vote came after a tense meeting between President Trump and Senate Republicans over his agenda, including the war, the SAVE America Act, and his decision to scuttle a housing bill. Political strategists Rick Tyler and Joel Payne weigh in.

Supreme Court lets Trump end deportation protections for Haitians and Syrians

The U.S.

FCC chair says all options remain on table in ABC license review

The chair of the Federal Communications Commission said on Thursday that all options remain on the table as it reviews whether to renew the licenses

Reflecting Pool now under surveillance as Trump blames vandals for green algae

The U.S. security apparatus is keeping watch at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, whose blue color has been fouled by green algae after being

Rubio hails US-Gulf Arab unity despite that region's persistent concerns about Iran agreement

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says relations between the United States and its Gulf Arab partners are rock solid despite concerns expressed by some about being left out of discussions aimed at ending the war with Iran

Hundreds arrested as Kenyans mark the anniversary of deadly protests in 2024

Police in Kenya have detained hundreds of people and fired tear gas as families of those killed in anti-government protests two years ago marched to Parliament demanding compensation and justice

Federal judge halts Trump’s election executive order seeking to create a federal voter list

A federal judge has halted President Donald Trump’s executive order that sought to create a federal voter list and limit who can receive a mail ballot

Supreme Court strikes down Hawaii law requiring permission to carry guns in stores and hotels

The Supreme Court has struck down a Hawaii law requiring people to get permission to carry guns into places such as stores and hotels

China seeks Austria's help in easing China-EU tensions

China and Austria should respect each other's "core interests" and work to improve China-EU ties, Beijing's top diplomat told his Austrian counterpart on Thursday, as

US judge blocks Trump's executive order restricting mail-in voting

A federal judge in Boston on Thursday blocked implementation of U.S.

Senior US diplomat says Taiwan arms sale does not hinge on China

The U.S.

Trump administration identifies more than 500 migrant children for removal from the US, senator says

Trump administration identifies more than 500 migrant children for removal from the US, senator says

US Senator warns of administration plan to hastily remove over 500 unaccompanied migrant children

A U.S. senator is warning of a Trump administration plan to remove over 500 children from the country, bypassing legal protections, in a letter sent to U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Wednesday

Dozens of Turkish journalists denied accreditation for NATO summit in Ankara, media says

Dozens of Turkish journalists have been denied accreditation for a NATO summit in the Turkish capital Ankara next month, media outlets and journalist associations said on

US judge blocks Trump administration's new student loan restrictions

A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from implementing a new rule that would impose lower federal student loan limits for people pursuing graduate

Zelenskyy says Russia is shifting air defenses to Moscow and other key sites after drone strikes

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Russia is moving air defenses to protect key targets like Moscow as Ukrainian drones hit deep inside the country

US Army Europe commander Donahue to step down on July 2

The commander of the U.S. Army in Europe and Africa, General Christopher Donahue, will relinquish his post on July 2, the U.S. Army said in a statement on Thursday.

Spain's lower house calls on PM Sanchez to resign in non-binding vote

The fragmented lower house of the Spanish parliament on Thursday passed a non-binding resolution urging Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez to resign due to a slew of corruption

France seizes 'shadow fleet' tanker, stepping up pressure on Russia

France's navy seized another tanker it said was linked to Russia's "shadow fleet" on Thursday, underscoring the escalation this year in European efforts to

World court judges sue Trump administration over sanctions

Three International Criminal Court judges on Wednesday sued U.S.

Iranian pilgrims mourn their war dead during Ashura rituals

Carrying photos of loved ones killed in the war with the U.S. and Israel, Iranian pilgrims crossed into the Iraqi holy city of Karbala to commemorate

US Supreme Court sides with Trump in asylum-processing case

The U.S.

US Latino voters are up for grabs. Both parties are struggling to connect with them

Gerardo Verdugo voted for Donald Trump in 2024 hoping for an economic revival.

US lawmaker introduces bill to require AI companies to report critical incidents

A Republican lawmaker on Thursday proposed legislation that would require AI model developers to report dangerous capabilities, security breaches and safety

Service members would be able to sue the military over sexual assault and harassment under bipartisan bill

Service members would be able to sue the military over sexual assault and harassment under bipartisan bill

Sen. Van Hollen backs El-Sayed for Michigan Senate in break from Democratic leadership

Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen is endorsing Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary

Ukraine's Fire Point aims to produce ballistic missile interceptor by year-end

Ukraine's Fire Point, maker of the Flamingo cruise missile, is accelerating plans to develop a European missile defence system after an agreement with German

Afghanistan's Taliban government imposes smartphone ban on government officials

Afghanistan's Taliban government has ordered a nationwide ban on civil servants' smartphone use, a military court order showed, prompting warnings

Kenya police disperse group marking deadly 2024 protests

Kenyan police fired tear gas on Thursday to disperse protesters in Nairobi after dozens took to the streets in memory of

Swedish minister brings baby to EU meeting, a first for the bloc

EU governments' ministers gathered for a long day's discussion of climate change policies on Thursday were surprised by a fresh-faced participant at

Reporter for Saudi Arabia's Al Arabiya TV killed by car bomb in Yemen

A correspondent for Saudi Arabia's Al Arabiya television in Yemen was killed when a bomb planted on his car exploded, the network said on Thursday.

The danger of US-Iran ceasefire agreement is what it leaves out

A strong deal would build in real penalties for going back to war: automatic, reversible costs that fall on anyone who restarts the fighting.

US Supreme Court opens the courthouse door to lawsuits tied to Cuba’s property seizures 6 decades after the fact

One law generally shields foreign governments and companies they own from lawsuits in US courts. Another lets many Cuban cases proceed, according to a new ruling.

Israel, Lebanon deny US claim that Israel has withdrawn from part of southern Lebanon

Senior Israeli and Lebanese officials denied on Thursday that there had been any Israeli withdrawal from occupied southern Lebanon, after a U.S. official said Israel had

Hungary rights groups criticise legislation to oust president

Two Hungarian rights groups have criticised a draft constitutional amendment by Prime Minister Peter Magyar's government that proposes the removal of President Tamas

Russia says US understands you can't mediate in war while supporting one side

The Kremlin said on Thursday it valued U.S.

Poland and Ukraine's difficult history creates political minefield for Tusk

As policymakers discuss Ukraine's reconstruction in Poland on Thursday, the government in Warsaw is struggling to defuse tensions

Iran, Oman stress need for coordination on Strait of Hormuz traffic in foreign minister call

The foreign ministers of Iran and Oman stressed the need for continued bilateral coordination on maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz during a phone call on Thursday,

Wealthy nations reap huge benefits from immigration, study finds

Wealthy nations with the highest rate of immigration over the past 35 years reaped a large economic benefit and many could still absorb more workers, according to

Rubio wraps up Gulf tour as allies share concerns over Iran peace accord

U.S.

Norman Rockwell people-watched in the West Wing lobby. Now those sketches are on public display

A series of Norman Rockwell sketches of scenes from the West Wing lobby is going on public display for the first time

Shiite Muslims mark holy day of Ashoura after months of war in Iran and Lebanon

Shiite Muslims around the world are marking Ashoura, a holy day symbolizing sacrifice and martyrdom that holds special significance for many this year after months of war in Iran and Lebanon

Once roiled by sexual abuse issue, Southern Baptist leadership now downplays its extent

The new president of the Southern Baptist Convention says that the issue of sexual abuse in the denomination has been “weaponized” and politicized

Palestinians decry Israeli push for control over ancient West Bank sites

An Israeli bill that would extend civil control over ancient sites in the West Bank has drawn criticism from Palestinians and Israeli rights

Iraq warns it might leave OPEC if oil quota not raised, sources say

Iraq has considered leaving OPEC if the oil producer group does not allow Baghdad to significantly increase oil production, sources

Brazilian right courts crime-weary voters with 'Bukele model' crackdown

Right-wing candidates in Brazil have vowed to import El Salvador's "Bukele model," building prisons and cracking down

Taiwan simulates countering a Chinese maritime blockade in tabletop drill

Taiwanese officials on Thursday simulated countering a Chinese maritime blockade with a tabletop exercise, using a scenario in which China demands any shipping to the

Trump, Republican senator engage in shouting match over Iran war

The U.S.

EU governments adopt legislation to fulfil EU side of US trade deal

European Union governments adopted on Thursday legislation to remove import duties on many U.S. goods, fulfilling the EU's side of a trade deal struck with U.S.

Swiss president to visit U.S. amid push for trade deal

Swiss President Guy Parmelin will visit the United States and meet with U.S.

UK's Reeves says Burnham would provide stability as prime minister

British finance minister Rachel Reeves said on Thursday she was backing Andy Burnham to be the next prime minister, adding that he would

ECB's Schnabel sees more tightening even after Iran ceasefire

The European Central Bank will need to keep raising interest rates as energy prices remain high and a ceasefire in the Middle East is no reason for policymakers to let

US says China trying to discourage states, businesses from engaging with Taiwan

China has been contacting U.S. states and private firms to discourage engagement with Taiwan and mischaracterising U.S. policy, but links with Taiwan should be expanded,

Canadian defence minister says he discussed GCAP fighter with Japanese counterpart

Canadian Defence Minister David McGuinty said on Thursday he had discussed the advanced fighter jet programme being pursued by Japan, Britain and Italy with his Japanese

‘Salami slicing’: How China is trying to increase control in the Pacific

‘Salami slicing’: How China is trying to increase control in the Pacific

Malaysia's foreign minister says new Myanmar leadership 'more open' to suggestions

Myanmar's newly appointed government appeared "more open" to suggestions compared to the previous regime, Malaysia's foreign minister Mohamad Hasan said on Thursday,

Senate Republicans reject war powers resolution after Trump berates them at Capitol meeting

Senate Republicans who were berated by President Donald Trump over opposition to his war in Iran have reversed course, holding a late-night vote to try to appease him

Shiite Muslims collectively mourn to mark Muharram and Ashoura

Shiite Muslims in the U.S. and worldwide have been observing a period of mourning leading to the day of Ashoura, which marks the seventh-century killing of Hussein, the grandson of Prophet Muhammad

New polls show Americans’ complicated feelings about the country, 250 years on

New polls show Americans’ complicated feelings about the country, 250 years on

Mamdani's success in New York tests Democratic Party's willingness to change

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has stepped into the national spotlight this week as a surging political force within the Democratic Party

Americans are inundated with suspected scams. New polling shows why few victims report them

A new AP-NORC poll shows that most Americans are inundated with scam attempts on a daily basis — and about 3 in 10 have personally lost money or personal information to scams

Venezuela's Rodriguez declares state of emergency after earthquake, does not give figure of dead

Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez on Wednesday declared a state of emergency after strong back-to-back earthquakes and nearly two dozen aftershocks shook the country,

China angered, Taiwan cheered by Western allies' alarm over Chinese Coast Guard activities

China expressed its anger and Taiwan its gratitude after the U.S., Britain, France and Germany raised the alarm about the Chinese

Trump marks nation's 250th birthday with campaign-style rally

President Donald Trump opened a 16-day celebration of the United States’ 250th anniversary with a political rally on Wednesday, the

Trump’s Capitol visit devolves into shouting match with GOP senator he helped oust in primary fight

Trump’s Capitol visit devolves into shouting match with GOP senator he helped oust in primary fight

Trump turns America 250 kickoff into a campaign-style rally on the National Mall

President Donald Trump sees America’s 250th anniversary as a chance to get the country excited again — about himself

New Mexico governor calls for criminal probe of DEA allowing fentanyl shipments to hit streets

New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham is calling for a criminal investigation into whether federal authorities broke state law by allowing fentanyl pills to reach the streets

US Congress welcomes Taiwan's parliamentary leader to Washington, affirms support for the island

U.S. House members have pledged strong support for Taiwan and welcomed Han Kuo-yu, president of Taiwan's Legislative Yuan, to Washington

Mamdani's sweep in New York a 'political earthquake' among Democrats

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Ukraine to conduct preemptive attacks on facilities Russia uses for war, Zelenskiy says

Ukraine will carry out preemptive attacks on facilities Russia is using for its war, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said in his evening address on Wednesday, as Kyiv expands strikes

Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell says new evidence undermines conviction; US prosecutors disagree

Ghislaine Maxwell argued in a new court filing that Jeffrey Epstein documents released this year contained evidence her rights were violated before

The Latest: Crowd gathers on the National Mall to hear Trump rally for America 250 kickoff

President Donald Trump is on Washington’s National Mall on Wednesday for a campaign-style rally that he hopes gets Americans excited about his presidency and the nation's 250th anniversary celebrations

Trump seeks more than $1.4 billion in Ebola funding from Congress

The White House is seeking more than $1.4 billion in new funds from Congress to address the widening Ebola virus outbreak,

Trump says it may never be known who was at fault for strike on girls' school in Iran

U.S.

Using flattery, Rutte tries to ease NATO tensions with Trump over Iran

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte sought to calm tensions with President Donald Trump at the White House on Wednesday, using a mix of flattery and

Trump asks Congress for more funds to fight Iran, defying rebuke on war powers

President Donald Trump's administration asked the U.S.

South Korea arrests Shincheonji church leader for meddling in politics, media report

A South Korean court ordered the arrest of Lee Man-hee, the founder of the Shincheonji Church of Jesus, over allegations he orchestrated an illegal scheme for followers to

White House seeks $87.6B from Congress for Iran war costs, US farmers and Ebola response

The White House has formally requested $87.6 billion, mostly to replenish the Pentagon after the U.S. war against Iran, submitting the request to Congress at a politically difficult time, as a majority of lawmakers have objected to any further military action

Lawmakers demand answers as turmoil over Reflecting Pool repair continues

Congressional Democrats are calling for investigations into renovations at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, as the ongoing drama over the president’s problem-plagued, $16 million rehabilitation project continues to roil the capital

US Air Force requested to bring back mandatory flu shots weeks before basic training outbreak

US Air Force requested to bring back mandatory flu shots weeks before basic training outbreak

Court filing reveals President Trump spoke to Live Nation CEO before antitrust case was settled

Live Nation lawyers have revealed that President Donald Trump spoke personally with the chief executive of Live Nation in the weeks before the Justice Department abruptly settled its longstanding antitrust lawsuit against the entertainment giant and its Ticketmaster subsidiary

Trump spoke with Live Nation CEO shortly before surprise Justice Department settlement, court filing reveals

Trump spoke with Live Nation CEO shortly before surprise Justice Department settlement, court filing reveals

Federal judge bars Trump from implementing proof of citizenship requirement to vote

A federal judge has permanently barred President Donald Trump’s administration from implementing most of his first executive order on elections

Vance says review underway to see how Turkey can get F-35 fighter jets

U.S.

Brazil senator, Lula ally Wagner resigns from leadership amid corruption probe

Brazilian Senator Jaques Wagner, a close ally of President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, stepped down as the government's

Trump asks Congress for $1 billion to boost pensions of former GM parts company workers

The White House asked Congress on Wednesday for $1 billion to boost the pensions of workers at former General Motors auto parts unit Delphi that

Trump White House asks Congress to approve year-round E15 gasoline sales

President Donald Trump's White House asked Congress on Wednesday to pass a law allowing year-round sales of gasoline containing higher volumes of ethanol,

Judge tosses Trump administration's challenge to New Jersey cities' 'sanctuary' policies

A federal judge on Wednesday dismissed a lawsuit that the U.S.

Senior US General in Europe set to retire amid Hegseth’s review of US support for NATO allies

Senior US General in Europe set to retire amid Hegseth’s review of US support for NATO allies

Pentagon restores mandatory flu shots for all recruits as boot camp outbreak sickens nearly 300

The Pentagon says military boot camps are once again requiring flu vaccinations for all recruits

Trump refuses to sign bipartisan housing bill into law. What does that mean for homebuyers, renters?

A sprawling legislative package aimed at lowering the cost of housing and spurring more home construction won broad bipartisan approval from Congress this week, but it’s hit a major roadblock in becoming law

Ex-chief of staff to former NYC Mayor Eric Adams charged with taking bribes

A former chief of staff to New York ex-Mayor Eric Adams has been arrested in a bribery case

NATO's Trump whisperer meets the president in an effort to appease him before next month's summit

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte has met with President Donald Trump, advocating for the military alliance that the U.S. leader has sharply criticized

Trump badgers US Senate Republicans on voter ID law but barriers remain 

President Donald Trump pressured U.S.

US appeals court rejects Trump bid to force Michigan to hand over voter rolls

A U.S. appeals court on Wednesday upheld a court order blocking the Justice Department from obtaining Michigan's voter rolls, dealing a blow to the Trump

Trump to seek more than $1.4 billion in Ebola funding from Congress

The White House is planning to seek more than $1.4 billion in new funds from Congress to address the widening Ebola virus outbreak as soon as

Appeals court deals biggest setback yet to Trump DOJ’s demands for confidential voter roll data

Appeals court deals biggest setback yet to Trump DOJ’s demands for confidential voter roll data

US slaps new sanctions on Cuban companies key to island's crumbling economy

The U.S. government has slapped additional sanctions on Cuban companies that are expected to spook foreign investors and deepen a severe economic crisis

South African civil groups warn of dire impact as US phases out HIV program funding

Civil society organizations in South Africa says that adolescent girls and women are among the first to feel the impact of U.S. foreign aid cuts

China's foreign minister urges swift reopening of Strait of Hormuz for global trade, Xinhua reports

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi called for the early restoration of normal navigation through the Strait of Hormuz to help ensure the stability of global industrial and supply

US to move forward with Turkey jet engine sales ahead of NATO summit, sources say

President Donald Trump's administration is planning to push ahead with the sale of dozens of jet engines to Turkey worth hundreds of

House Democrats’ anxiety rises after wins by Mamdani-backed candidates: ‘Are we going to let them take over the party?’

House Democrats’ anxiety rises after wins by Mamdani-backed candidates: ‘Are we going to let them take over the party?’

Michigan Senate candidate accuses Trump of keeping Canada-US bridge closed to help donor

Mallory McMorrow is trying to turn the delayed opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge into a campaign issue in Michigan’s Senate race

New York sweep by Israel critics shines light on a fraught issue for Democrats

Democratic congressional primary results in New York City are accelerating the party's debate over the Israeli-Palestinian conflict

US judge blocks DOJ from obtaining transgender care records from New York hospitals

A federal judge on Wednesday blocked the U.S.

US judge orders Trump administration to explain tarp obscuring Kennedy Center facade

A federal judge on Wednesday ordered U.S.

Top Army general who was last US soldier to leave Afghanistan is suddenly leaving his post

The Army’s commander of its forces in Europe and Africa is unexpectedly stepping down after just 18 months in the job

Mississippi to install AI cameras to monitor drivers

Mississippi to install AI cameras to monitor drivers

A year after catastrophic floods, Texas expands warning sirens as communities question whether it's enough

A year after catastrophic floods, Texas expands warning sirens as communities question whether it's enough

Teens invited to "take over" Chicago City Hall during meeting on large teen gatherings

Teens invited to "take over" Chicago City Hall during meeting on large teen gatherings

Lawyers for Rep. LaMonica McIver force judges to weigh the limits of congressional immunity

Lawyers for Rep. LaMonica McIver force judges to weigh the limits of congressional immunity

Judge blocks Trump admin. from getting medical records of minors who received gender identity care at NYC hospitals

Judge blocks Trump admin. from getting medical records of minors who received gender identity care at NYC hospitals

In a visit to Capitol, Jessie Diggins and other Olympians push for climate change solutions

Olympian Jessie Diggins visited Capitol Hill with her four medals in hand to advocate for clean air, clean water and a healthy planet

Czech constitutional court orders government to let president attend NATO summit

The Czech Constitutional Court ordered the government on Wednesday to allow President Petr Pavel to attend the NATO summit in Turkey next month, issuing an injunction in

US-Iran deal may leave Netanyahu as biggest casualty

The biggest casualty of the U.S.-Iran deal may not be Israel's Iran strategy, but the political brand Benjamin Netanyahu spent decades building as the

Johnson expects Trump to sign affordable housing bill within 10 days

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Rubio says U.S. won't do anything that would undermine Gulf security

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NYPD, FBI raids across NYC during investigation into police bribery allegations

NYPD, FBI raids across NYC during investigation into police bribery allegations

Andy Burnham inches closer to power in Britain as Keir Starmer seeks a legacy

Andy Burnham is closer to becoming Britain’s next prime minister without a contest

Leader of group convicted in antifa-inspired attack on Texas ICE facility handed 100-year prison sentence

Leader of group convicted in antifa-inspired attack on Texas ICE facility handed 100-year prison sentence

Trump cancels signing of largest housing affordability bill in a generation

Trump cancels signing of largest housing affordability bill in a generation

Ohio Gov. DeWine takes man with intellectual disabilities off death row

Ohio Gov. DeWine takes man with intellectual disabilities off death row

The new power broker: How Zohran Mamdani muscled NYC’s Democratic establishment

The new power broker: How Zohran Mamdani muscled NYC’s Democratic establishment

Senate votes to limit Trump’s Iran war powers in rare rebuke

Senate votes to limit Trump’s Iran war powers in rare rebuke

Trump says Iran has told US no tolls being sought at Strait of Hormuz

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that Iran has told the United States that no tolls were being sought from ships traveling through the Strait of Hormuz.

Keiko Fujimori's expected victory returns divisive dynasty to Peru

Keiko Fujimori’s victory in her fourth bid for Peru's presidency returns a polarizing political dynasty to power, reviving deep divisions

Leader of secretive South Korean church arrested on suspicion of election influence

The 95-year-old leader of a secretive South Korean church has been arrested on suspicion of election influence

EU membership not the answer for Iceland, opposition leader says

Iceland's main opposition leader said European Union membership would not fix the country's economic problems or strengthen its security, making the

Ukrainian strikes knock out power in Sevastopol in Russian-held Crimea

Ukrainian drones knocked out power in the biggest city in Russian-held Crimea on Wednesday and targeted facilities in central and southern Russia, local officials said

Romania's Social Democrats propose their own leader as prime minister in bid to avert snap election

Romania's leftist Social Democrats, parliament's largest party, said on Wednesday they would back their own party leader Sorin Grindeanu for prime minister, as parties

Russian anti-war politician jailed for seven years over social media posts

The deputy leader of Russia's Yabloko party, which opposes the war in Ukraine, was convicted on Wednesday of spreading lies about the Russian army and

Rubio meets Gulf leaders, pledges security amid Iran deal doubts

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How Americans are feeling about the country's 250th anniversary, according to new polls

A new AP-NORC poll finds that about 4 in 10 U_S_ adults feel “proud” about the country's 250th anniversary, while about 3 in 10 feel “excited.”

Why Trump suddenly sounds a lot like Biden on gas prices

Why Trump suddenly sounds a lot like Biden on gas prices

I study the Declaration of Independence, and here’s why the colonists’ grievances are surprisingly relevant, 250 years later

A partisan judiciary, arbitrary power, officials beyond the reach of the people – these are the grievances that drove a revolution.

How the US Supreme Court decides its cases – a step-by-step guide

Grasping how the nation’s highest court makes policy requires stepping into an exceptionally regulated and sometimes hidden routine.

UN-commissioned experts accuse Israel of targeting Gaza children, repeat genocide claim

A team of independent experts commissioned by the United Nations has accused Israel of deliberately shooting children in Gaza and committing genocide

Russia wants to know if Trump has shifted his stance on Ukraine war after G7, Lavrov says

Russia wants to know if Donald Trump has really changed his stance on the Ukraine war after French President Emmanuel Macron suggested

India says it discussed pathways to interim trade deal with US

India and the United States discussed pathways to conclude an interim trade deal, the Indian government said in a statement on

Vatican begins 5-year restoration of Raphael Loggia, used by popes and presidents

One of the most intricately decorated parts of the Vatican’s Apostolic Palace, a passageway walked by popes and presidents and attributed to Renaissance master Raphael, is getting its first face-lift in 500 years

Trump calls out Exxon and Chevron in probe over alleged gasoline price 'gouging'

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Fact check: Trump’s false and unproven claims about the Reflecting Pool

Fact check: Trump’s false and unproven claims about the Reflecting Pool

The hidden stakes of the birthright citizenship case: healthcare for babies

The hidden stakes of the birthright citizenship case: healthcare for babies

Sudan's war refugees describe horrors in Egyptian jails, surging deportations

Al-Nazir Al-Sadig sought safety in Egypt from the civil war in Sudan.

Turkey working on legislation to speed up militant PKK's disbandment, Erdogan says 

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said on Wednesday that work was underway on a legal framework that would speed up the disbandment of the militant Kurdistan Workers Party (

US, UK, France, Germany raise alarm about Chinese patrols off eastern Taiwan

The United States, Britain, France and Germany raised the alarm on Wednesday over recent Chinese activities off

Kremlin says it believes contacts with US over Ukraine will resume when Witkoff and Kushner become available

The Kremlin said on Wednesday that U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner were busy with other issues, but that it expected contacts with them over Ukraine would

Millions lose food stamps under Trump cuts. Arizona is hardest hit

When Angelica Garcia tried to renew her food stamps this spring, she said she thought she knew the drill.

What hundreds of military videos reveal about Cuba’s military capabilities

What hundreds of military videos reveal about Cuba’s military capabilities

Chicago US attorney’s office drops three cases amid turmoil over improper grand jury presentations

Chicago US attorney’s office drops three cases amid turmoil over improper grand jury presentations

First of its kind queer museum in San Francisco Chinatown amplifies Chinese LGBTQ+ artists

A recently opened, first of its kind Chinese queer museum in San Francisco is already having an impact on the surrounding community

Hungary's LGBTQ+ community marches for its rights after years of rollback

As Hungary's LGBTQ+ community readies for the annual Pride march in Budapest on Saturday, activists and members of the community want to see their

President Donald Trump and the citizenship debate: A Tijuana story

President Donald Trump has insisted that the United States is the only nation to guarantee citizenship to children born within its borders

Chinese supercomputer powered by homegrown chips tops US models in global ranking

Chinese supercomputer powered by homegrown chips tops US models in global ranking

China says it has a right to target people overseas with new ethnic unity law

China has a right to target people outside of its borders who contravene its new law on ethnic unity, a senior official said on Wednesday, adding that this was in line

Keiko Fujimori vows to unite a Peru 'split in two' as runoff lead holds

Right-wing candidate Keiko Fujimori said on Wednesday she would seek to unite a Peru "split in two" if she takes office, after razor-

Mamdani’s hat trick in New York, Trump’s hedged bet in South Carolina, and other takeaways from Tuesday’s primaries

Mamdani’s hat trick in New York, Trump’s hedged bet in South Carolina, and other takeaways from Tuesday’s primaries

Ex-aides win primaries to replace retiring Democratic House members

U.S. Representatives Steny Hoyer and Jerrold Nadler are retiring in January, but they are passing the torch to former aides who won the Democratic primaries to replace them

Mamdani slate sweeps Democratic primaries in New York, ousts 2 incumbents from Congress

Top allies of New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani have defeated establishment-backed Democrats in New York's congressional primary elections

Mamdani's power play worked. Takeaways from Tuesday’s primaries

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Taiwan says warning time for any China attack is shortening

Taiwan's military needs to test if it can respond immediately to a war breaking out, as the warning time for any Chinese attack is shortening, Defence

New York Mayor Mamdani sends message to Democratic establishment

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani scored three major primary wins in his attempt to remake the Democratic Party into a democratic socialist force on

The Latest: Mamdani successfully backs three primary candidates as he reshapes New York politics

The latest round of primary elections is underway in four more states

Conley wins Democratic primary to take on Republican Congressman Mike Lawler in New York

Cait Conley, a U.S. Army veteran and national security expert, won the Democratic nomination on Tuesday to take on U.S.

Maryland Democrats make Adrian Boafo their choice to replace his former boss, Rep. Steny Hoyer

Maryland Democrat Adrian Boafo has advanced to November’s general election in the race to succeed his retiring former boss, U.S. Rep. Steny Hoyer

Judge bars immigration arrests at US courthouses in a setback for Trump

A judge has barred the federal government from making arrests at immigration courts, a practice that took hold shortly after President Donald Trump took office last year

Trump’s acting chief of national intelligence fires 6 political appointees, removes dozens of career officials, sources say

Trump’s acting chief of national intelligence fires 6 political appointees, removes dozens of career officials, sources say

US House overwhelmingly backs affordable housing bill

Bipartisan legislation that aims to speed the construction of more affordable housing in the United States was headed to passage in the U.S.

Troubled Reflecting Pool faces fresh scrutiny over vandalism claims and duck deaths

President Donald Trump says six people have been arrested over recent damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool

Bill Gates says he didn’t witness crimes but may have been in presence of Epstein victims

Bill Gates says he didn’t witness crimes but may have been in presence of Epstein victims

Alan Wilson wins South Carolina Republican governor runoff after Trump hedges his bet on race

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has won the GOP runoff election for governor, defeating the candidate President Donald Trump had initially backed

Ukraine submits updated bid for OECD membership, Zelenskiy says

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Tuesday that Ukraine had submitted a revised application to join the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), a club of

US Senate joins House in voting to halt Iran war, rebuking Trump

The U.S.

US judge vacates Trump immigration courthouse arrest policies

A federal judge in California vacated the Trump administration's nationwide policies expanding arrests at immigration courthouses and the duration for

US House passes affordable housing bill, sending it to Trump for enactment

The U.S.

North Korea should build two warships a year in next five years, Kim says

North Korea should build two warships as large as its 5,000-metric-ton Choe Hyon vessel every year in the next five years, leader Kim Jong Un said at a commissioning

US presses Meta to agree to AI reviews as security concerns rise, NYT reports

The Trump administration is pressing Meta to submit its AI models for voluntary review, which would allow the government to evaluate their abilities and vulnerabilities, the New

US, Iran at odds on nuclear inspections, frozen assets in deal to end war

U.S.

COVID-19 vaccine study that was blocked from CDC journal is published elsewhere

A study on COVID-19 vaccine effectiveness has been published after being blocked from a government health journal

EU hosts Taliban officials in Brussels for first time

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Court lifts 250th anniversary deadline for Trump administration to reinstall US park exhibits

President Donald Trump's administration does not need to reinstall dozens of exhibits that it removed from national parks on topics such as slavery and

US Senate votes to halt Iran war in latest rebuke of Trump

The U.S.

8 convicted in Texas immigration center shooting and protest are sentenced to decades in prison

Eight people accused by the Justice Department of having ties to antifa have been sentenced to decades in federal prison over a shooting outside a Texas immigration detention center during a protest

Senate for first time approves a war powers resolution in a rebuke to Trump over Iran conflict

The Senate for the first time has approved a war powers resolution to block U.S. military action against Iran

California intends to sue Trump administration over deal to end offshore wind project

California intends to sue the Trump administration over its deal to end an offshore wind project proposed off the state’s central coast

Trump administration touts Iran deal as a payday for US farmers, but Iran denies it

U.S. President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance say their interim deal to end the war with Iran will deliver a financial windfall to American farmers

6 convictions found to be fair after review of embattled Minnesota medical examiner's testimony

A Minnesota county prosecutor says convictions in six murder cases are fair despite concerns about a medical examiner's work

Colombia national registrar says final count in presidential runoff is nearly identical to initial count

Colombia's national registrar on Tuesday said a final count of votes in this weekend's presidential race differed in just 0.003% of ballots from an initial count that gave

Trump tests Rust Belt pitch in Pennsylvania amid Iran, inflation pressures

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US eases restrictions on Iran's world cup team, allowing them in a day earlier

The United States eased restrictions on the Iran squad's travel arrangements at the World Cup on Tuesday, allowing them to travel two days before their

Selection process for Atlanta Fed president reset after Warsh became chairman, CNBC reports

The search process for the next president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta was reset when Kevin Warsh took over as the chairman of the U.S. central bank,

Leader of Texas immigration center attack gets 100-year prison sentence

Eight people were each sentenced to 30 to 100 years in prison on Tuesday in connection with violence at a Texas federal immigration facility last year

Internal affairs division looking into three inmate deaths at Michigan prison

Internal affairs division looking into three inmate deaths at Michigan prison

The Latest: Senate approves war powers resolution in a rebuke to Trump over Iran conflict

The Senate for the first time has approved a war powers resolution seeking to block U.S. military action against Iran

US and Iran dispute whether Tehran has agreed to nuclear inspections

The U.S. and Iran disputed whether Tehran had agreed to allow U.N. inspections of its nuclear sites

Federal appeals court allows the Trump administration to resume expanded use of speedy deportations

A federal appeals court has allowed the Trump administration to resume carrying out speedy deportations of undocumented migrants across the United States

Trump heads to battleground Pennsylvania but keep focuses on himself ahead of midterm elections

President Donald Trump visited a Mack Trucks facility in Pennsylvania, for a speech meant to focusing on the economy

US government softens stance on Iran’s World Cup team entering country ahead of showdown against Egypt

US government softens stance on Iran’s World Cup team entering country ahead of showdown against Egypt

Russia says US hasn't followed through on Trump-Putin 'understandings'

Russia has accused the United States of failing to deliver on "understandings" reached between presidents Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump at a summit in

Italy PM calls for a return to normality with US after Trump spat

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said on Tuesday relations with the United States had to return to normal following a public falling out between President Donald Trump

Italian prosecutors demand long jail terms for Egyptians over murder of Italian student

Italian prosecutors on Tuesday sought a life sentence for one Egyptian security officer and long jail terms for three others accused over

Italy announces release of Flotilla activists detained in Libya

Italy's Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani said on Tuesday two Italian pro-Palestinian campaigners detained in Libya had been released after spending about a month in custody.

Rubio to address Gulf allies' fears over U.S. Iran deal