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Irish police move to break blockade of oil refinery by protesters angry at fuel prices

Irish police took action to clear protesters blockading the country's only oil refinery on Saturday after a senior government minister said protests over surging fuel

Irish police move to break blockade of oil refinery by protesters angry at fuel prices
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump says empty oil tankers heading to U.S. to load up with oil, gas

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Saturday that many tanker ships are en route to the United States to transport oil and gas to other countries.

Trump says empty oil tankers heading to U.S. to load up with oil, gas
Arts|Business|Political|US|World

Designs unveiled for Trump's proposed 250-foot arch in Washington

Designs were unveiled on Friday for a 250-foot (76-meter) arch in Washington sought by U.S.

Designs unveiled for Trump's proposed 250-foot arch in Washington
Business|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro even in Brazil election second-round, Datafolha poll shows

Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Senator Flavio Bolsonaro have remained statistically tied in a potential runoff in the October general elections, a

Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro even in Brazil election second-round, Datafolha poll shows
Europe|Political|World

UK pauses its plan to cede Chagos Islands after US opposition

Britain's government said on Saturday it had put on hold its deal to cede sovereignty of the Chagos Islands - home to the U.S.-

UK pauses its plan to cede Chagos Islands after US opposition
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

US military 'setting conditions' to clear mines from Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. military said on Saturday that it had started “setting conditions" for clearing mines in the Strait of Hormuz, with two U.S. warships passing through the key

US military 'setting conditions' to clear mines from Strait of Hormuz
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Czech, Slovak leaders back ally Orban ahead of Hungary vote

Czech and Slovak leaders backed Prime Minister Viktor Orban on Saturday on the eve of Hungary's parliamentary election, saying he was the best choice for the country's

Czech, Slovak leaders back ally Orban ahead of Hungary vote
Africa|Economy|Political|World

Veteran negotiator Roelf Meyer appointed as South Africa's ambassador to the US

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Roelf Meyer as the country's ambassador to the United States

Veteran negotiator Roelf Meyer appointed as South Africa's ambassador to the US
Political|Science|Technology|World

Pope Leo urges end to 'madness of war' as US, Iran start talks

Pope Leo https://www.reuters.com/world/pope/ on Saturday urged world leaders to end what he called the "madness of war," in an impassioned appeal

Pope Leo urges end to 'madness of war' as US, Iran start talks
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

US intelligence indicates China preparing weapons shipment to Iran, CNN reports

U.S. intelligence indicates China is  preparing to deliver new air defense systems to Iran  within the next few weeks,  CNN reported late on Friday, citing three  people familiar

US intelligence indicates China preparing weapons shipment to Iran, CNN reports
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

London police arrest 523 people at protest over Palestine Action ban

Police said on Saturday they had arrested 523 people at a protest in London's Trafalgar Square opposing Britain's banning of the Palestine Action group.

London police arrest 523 people at protest over Palestine Action ban
Crime|Political|Travel|World

At least 30 dead in stampede at Haiti’s historic Laferriere Citadel

At least 30 people were killed on Saturday in a stampede in the northern countryside of Haiti, authorities said, warning that the death toll could

At least 30 dead in stampede at Haiti’s historic Laferriere Citadel
Crime|Economy|Political|Travel|World

Costa Rica receives first group of deported migrants under third-country agreement with US

Costa Rica on Saturday received the first group of migrants from other countries deported from the United States under an agreement signed in March

Costa Rica receives first group of deported migrants under third-country agreement with US
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Hungary's Magyar says new government could take power at beginning of May

Hungarian opposition leader Péter Magyar says the country's president has assured him that his new government could take power in the first week of May

Hungary's Magyar says new government could take power at beginning of May
Asia|Business|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

China should abandon threats against Taiwan, US diplomat says

The top U.S. diplomat in Taiwan said China should abandon its threats and military pressure against Taiwan and talk to the island's leaders as that would avoid

China should abandon threats against Taiwan, US diplomat says
Political|US

Reps. Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales resign from Congress under threat of expulsion

CNN's Lauren Fox reports on Reps. Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales resigning from Congress, moments before their House colleagues were prepared to set in motion their swift removal.

Reps. Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales resign from Congress under threat of expulsion
Arts|Business|Food|Political|Travel|World

China offers incentives to Taiwan following opposition leader's visit

China on Sunday unveiled 10 new incentive measures for Taiwan, including easing tourist curbs, allowing in "healthy" television dramas and facilitating food sales,

China offers incentives to Taiwan following opposition leader's visit
Crime|Election|Europe|Political|World

Hungarians 'write history' in election that Tisza will win, opposition leader says

Hungarians will write history at an election on Sunday when they choose "between East and West" and the opposition Tisza party will win the vote, party leader Peter

Hungarians 'write history' in election that Tisza will win, opposition leader says
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israel's Ben-Gvir visits flashpoint Al-Aqsa Mosque compound

Israel's far-right police minister Itamar Ben-Gvir visited the flashpoint Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in Jerusalem on Sunday, saying he was seeking greater access for

Israel's Ben-Gvir visits flashpoint Al-Aqsa Mosque compound
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Philippines says any energy deals with China must respect its sovereignty

The Philippines said on Sunday that any decision to pursue oil and gas cooperation with China would be made strictly in line with its constitution and respect its

Philippines says any energy deals with China must respect its sovereignty
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

Australia PM Albanese to visit Brunei, Malaysia to shore up fuel supply

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will visit Brunei and Malaysia this week, continuing diplomatic efforts to secure fuel supplies from Asian allies after

Australia PM Albanese to visit Brunei, Malaysia to shore up fuel supply
Asia|Crime|Political|World

At least 250 people missing, including Rohingya and Bangladeshis, after boat sinks in Andaman Sea

The United Nations says at least 250 people including Rohingya refugees and Bangladeshi nationals are either feared dead or missing after a boat capsized in the Andaman Sea recently

At least 250 people missing, including Rohingya and Bangladeshis, after boat sinks in Andaman Sea
MidEast|Political|World

Saudi Arabia summons Iraq envoy over drone threats from Iraqi territory

Saudi Arabia said on Sunday it had summoned Iraq's ambassador over what it described as threats targeting the kingdom and other Gulf states from drones launched from Iraqi

Saudi Arabia summons Iraq envoy over drone threats from Iraqi territory
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump says gas prices may remain high through November midterm election

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Trump says gas prices may remain high through November midterm election
Economy|Europe|Political|World

‘Remigration’ and Russian lessons: German far-right party promises radical measures if elected

‘Remigration’ and Russian lessons: German far-right party promises radical measures if elected

‘Remigration’ and Russian lessons: German far-right party promises radical measures if elected
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Iran's Guards will view military vessels approaching strait as ceasefire breach

Iran's Revolutionary Guards said on Sunday that any military vessels attempting to approach the Strait of Hormuz will be considered a violation of the two-week U.S.

Iran's Guards will view military vessels approaching strait as ceasefire breach
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Irish police clear blockades as Dublin acts to soften fuel price blow

Irish police on Sunday cleared tractors and trucks that had been blocking traffic and blockading oil infrastructure across the country during a wave of

Irish police clear blockades as Dublin acts to soften fuel price blow
Africa|Political|World

Djibouti president wins election with 97.8% of vote, state media says

Djibouti's President Ismael Omar Guelleh nL8N3W50Q9 has won re-election with 97.8% of the vote, state-owned Radio Television Djibouti said on Saturday, handing him a

Djibouti president wins election with 97.8% of vote, state media says
Economy|Education|Political|World

Trump promised peace in the Middle East. In Dearborn, Michigan, it feels farther away

Dearborn, Michigan, home to the nation's largest Arab American community, is grappling with ongoing crises

Trump promised peace in the Middle East. In Dearborn, Michigan, it feels farther away
Election|Europe|Political|World

Reactions to PM Orban's likely defeat in Hungary's election

Hungary's opposition centre-right Tisza party appeared on track to win Sunday's national election https://www.reuters.com/world/hungary/elections/, partial results

Reactions to PM Orban's likely defeat in Hungary's election
Economy|Political|World

US military to block ships from Iranian ports after talks yield no agreement

President Donald Trump said on Sunday the U.S.

US military to block ships from Iranian ports after talks yield no agreement
Americas|Election|Finance|Political|World

Keiko Fujimori leads Peru's presidential vote with 16.6%, shows early exit poll from Ipsos Peru

Right-leaning candidate Keiko Fujimori is leading Peru's presidential vote with 16.6%, an early exit poll by Ipsos Peru showed on Sunday.

Keiko Fujimori leads Peru's presidential vote with 16.6%, shows early exit poll from Ipsos Peru
Election|Europe|Political|World

Once inspired by Orban, Hungary's Peter Magyar unseats him in landmark election

When Peter Magyar was a child, he taped a photo of Viktor Orban nL8N3ZL0R8, then an anti-Communist firebrand, on his bedroom wall, thrilled by Hungary's

Once inspired by Orban, Hungary's Peter Magyar unseats him in landmark election
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Orban ousted after 16 years as Hungarians flock to pro-EU rival

Prime Minister Viktor Orban, a key opponent of European Union efforts to help Ukraine fend off Russia's invasion, lost power after 16 years on Sunday

Orban ousted after 16 years as Hungarians flock to pro-EU rival
Crime|Political|US|World

US lawmaker Swalwell suspends California governor campaign after sexual assault allegations

U.S. Representative Eric Swalwell said on Sunday he is suspending his campaign for California governor as he deals with sexual assault allegations.

US lawmaker Swalwell suspends California governor campaign after sexual assault allegations
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Hungary opposition's landslide win heralds reforms, thaw in EU ties

Peter Magyar's landslide victory in Sunday's Hungarian election has handed his centre-right Tisza party a sweeping mandate that

Hungary opposition's landslide win heralds reforms, thaw in EU ties
Americas|Election|Political|World

Businessman Rafael Lopez Aliaga leads Peru's presidential vote with 23.4%, official count shows

Right-leaning candidate Rafael Lopez Aliaga is leading Peru's presidential race with 23.4% of the votes, early results of the official vote count showed Sunday. 

Businessman Rafael Lopez Aliaga leads Peru's presidential vote with 23.4%, official count shows
Entertainment|Food|Lifestyle|Political|Sports

Hot dogs and steaks and bacon, oh my! Meat raffles keep a beloved Midwest tradition alive

They're called meat raffles, and they're a tradition in a few pockets of the U.S. They're featured mainly at neighborhood bars or at American Legion or VFW posts in Minnesota, Wisconsin and New York state

Hot dogs and steaks and bacon, oh my! Meat raffles keep a beloved Midwest tradition alive
Africa|Political|Travel|World

Taiwan president to visit Eswatini, last diplomatic ally in Africa

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te will visit Eswatini next week, his office said on Monday, the island's last remaining diplomatic ally in Africa.

Taiwan president to visit Eswatini, last diplomatic ally in Africa
Arts|Crime|Economy|Education|Political|Travel|World

Haiti declares three days of national mourning for 25 killed in stampede

Haiti declared three days of national mourning on Sunday, a day after a deadly stampede killed 25 people during an annual celebration thronged by students and

Haiti declares three days of national mourning for 25 killed in stampede
Asia|Economy|Election|Political|World

Taiwan government should lead engagement with China on new measures, senior official says

Taiwan's engagement with China on looser controls proposed by Beijing for trade and tourism should be led by the government rather than private party-to-party contacts, a

Taiwan government should lead engagement with China on new measures, senior official says
Economy|Election|Europe|Political|US|World

US Democrats cheer defeat of Trump ally Orban in Hungary

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US Democrats cheer defeat of Trump ally Orban in Hungary
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Markets falling out of love with Italian debt as Meloni's problems mount

Italy's economic vulnerabilities are being laid bare by war in the Middle East, with Rome's heavy reliance on imported energy and the threat of rising

Markets falling out of love with Italian debt as Meloni's problems mount
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

South Korea and Poland to upgrade ties as Tusk calls Seoul key ally after US

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk agreed on Monday to upgrade ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership, with the leaders

South Korea and Poland to upgrade ties as Tusk calls Seoul key ally after US
Africa|Economy|Political|World

Benin finance minister expected to coast to presidential election win

Benin's finance minister Romuald Wadagni was expected to coast to victory in a presidential election on Sunday, buoyed by strong economic growth and the absence of a

Benin finance minister expected to coast to presidential election win
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Slovakia's Fico ready to cooperate with Hungary's new prime minister

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico congratulated Hungary's incoming leader, Peter Magyar, on Monday, offering "intensive cooperation", while expressing gratitude to outgoing Prime

Slovakia's Fico ready to cooperate with Hungary's new prime minister
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia, Ukraine trade accusations of Orthodox Easter ceasefire violations

Russia and Ukraine accused each other L1N40U064 on Sunday of breaching the 32-hour ceasefire L1N40S124 in their four-year war, reporting more than a thousand drone

Russia, Ukraine trade accusations of Orthodox Easter ceasefire violations
Africa|Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

Millions of people in Sudan surviving on one meal a day as food crisis deepens, NGOs say

Millions of people in Sudan are surviving on just one meal a day, as the country's food crisis deepens and threatens to spread, according to a report

Millions of people in Sudan surviving on one meal a day as food crisis deepens, NGOs say
Americas|Crime|Education|Europe|Political|US|World

Turning Point USA’s high school push in GOP states meets free speech and religion concerns

A push by Republican leaders to promote Turning Point USA chapters in public high schools is stirring a free speech debate

Turning Point USA’s high school push in GOP states meets free speech and religion concerns
Business|Environment|Political|World

US, Indonesia discussing proposal allowing US military overflight in Indonesian airspace, defence ministry says

Indonesia and the United States are discussing a proposal to give U.S. military aircraft access over Indonesian

US, Indonesia discussing proposal allowing US military overflight in Indonesian airspace, defence ministry says
Election|Europe|Political|World

Poland’s premier hails Hungary vote as blow to authoritarian rule

Hungary's election shows that Europe is not on an inevitable path toward authoritarian rule, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Monday, after the center-right Tisza

Poland’s premier hails Hungary vote as blow to authoritarian rule
Asia|Political|World

US, Australia, Philippines hold second joint drills in South China Sea this year

The United States and Australia joined the Philippines for their second joint maritime exercises in the South China Sea this year, amid tensions with China in the disputed

US, Australia, Philippines hold second joint drills in South China Sea this year
Political|US|World

Worried about the midterms, Republicans mobilize rural Virginia voters against redistricting

Worried about the midterms, Republicans mobilize rural Virginia voters against redistricting

Worried about the midterms, Republicans mobilize rural Virginia voters against redistricting
Business|MidEast|Political|World

Israelis oppose Iran ceasefire, divided over whether to respect it, poll says

Nearly two-thirds of Israelis oppose the Iran https://www.reuters.com/world/iran/ ceasefire but the public is divided over whether Israel should respect

Israelis oppose Iran ceasefire, divided over whether to respect it, poll says
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

UK will not back blockade of Strait of Hormuz, PM Starmer says

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Monday that whatever the pressure, Britain would not be dragged into the Iran war nor be involved in a blockade of the Strait

UK will not back blockade of Strait of Hormuz, PM Starmer says
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Polish PM hopes Hungary opposition victory ends asylum for ex-ministers

Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Monday he hoped two former Polish ministers who were granted political asylum in Hungary would be sent home to face justice

Polish PM hopes Hungary opposition victory ends asylum for ex-ministers
Africa|Political|Travel|World

Cameroon separatists declare three-day ceasefire for papal visit

A separatist alliance in Cameroon's English-speaking regions said it would observe a three-day "safe travel passage" later this week to allow

Cameroon separatists declare three-day ceasefire for papal visit
Africa|Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ghana says France is open to engaging on slavery reparations

Ghana said France was open to having discussions with a coalition of countries that are calling for reparations for transatlantic slavery, following a meeting

Ghana says France is open to engaging on slavery reparations
Crime|Election|Political|US|World

Manhattan district attorney investigates sexual assault claims against Swalwell

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Manhattan district attorney investigates sexual assault claims against Swalwell
Political|World

South Korean president's Holocaust remarks spark outcry from Israel and controversy at home

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has sparked a diplomatic row with Israel and criticism at home after comparing Israeli military actions against

South Korean president's Holocaust remarks spark outcry from Israel and controversy at home
Crime|Economy|Election|Political|World

Peru election marred by delays as conservatives lead early count

Polling station delays and early uncertainty over the runoff contenders marked Peru’s general election on Sunday, as voters chose a new

Peru election marred by delays as conservatives lead early count
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|MidEast|Political|US|World

US blockade of Iran will be major military endeavor, experts say

A U.S. naval blockade of Iran is a major, open-ended military endeavor that could trigger fresh retaliation from Tehran and put tremendous strain on an

US blockade of Iran will be major military endeavor, experts say
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

UK and France to co-host talks this week on possible defensive naval mission for Hormuz

Britain and France will this week co-host talks aimed at restoring freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, including discussions on what President Emmanuel

UK and France to co-host talks this week on possible defensive naval mission for Hormuz
Business|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey concerned about any new Iran-US rules for Strait of Hormuz

Turkey's foreign minister raised concerns on Monday about Iran or the United States proposing any new regulations for transiting the Strait of Hormuz, and said he saw

Turkey concerned about any new Iran-US rules for Strait of Hormuz
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Blockade takes its toll

By Mike Dolan April 13 - What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan https://www.reuters.com/authors/mike-dolan/, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets Oil prices zoomed back above

Blockade takes its toll
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey says NATO should reset ties with Trump at next summit, prepare for future

Turkey said on Monday that NATO allies should use their July summit in Ankara to reset ties with U.S.

Turkey says NATO should reset ties with Trump at next summit, prepare for future
Business|Economy|Political|World

China says Strait of Hormuz blockade against global interests, urges restraint

China said a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz would go against the international community's interests and urged calm and restraint by all sides.

China says Strait of Hormuz blockade against global interests, urges restraint
Education|Entertainment|Health|Political|Technology|World

Social media platforms need to stop never-ending scrolling, UK's Starmer says

Social media platforms such as Instagram and TikTok need to take action to stop young users wasting hours mindlessly scrolling never-ending videos, British Prime Minister

Social media platforms need to stop never-ending scrolling, UK's Starmer says
Political|US|World

Pope Leo says he is not afraid of Trump after president's broadside

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Pope Leo says he is not afraid of Trump after president's broadside
Crime|Europe|Political|World

'We have been in exile': Norway government back to old quarters 15 years after Breivik bomb

Fifteen years after far-right fanatic Anders Behring Breivik detonated a bomb damaging much of Norway's government quarters, the prime minister and his

'We have been in exile': Norway government back to old quarters 15 years after Breivik bomb
Africa|Europe|Political|Travel|World

Pope Leo, in Algeria, blasts 'neocolonial' conflicts after Trump criticism

Pope Leo https://www.reuters.com/world/pope/ blasted violations of international law by "neocolonial" world powers in a forceful speech on Monday during

Pope Leo, in Algeria, blasts 'neocolonial' conflicts after Trump criticism
Asia|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Spanish premier urges China to take bigger role in multipolar order

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez on Monday said China should take on a more substantial role with issues including climate change, security, defense and the fight

Spanish premier urges China to take bigger role in multipolar order
Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU's von der Leyen compares Orban defeat to Hungary's anti-Soviet uprising

April 13 - EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen hailed Hungary's election https://www.reuters.com/world/hungary/elections/ as "a victory for fundamental freedoms", and compared the ousting of

EU's von der Leyen compares Orban defeat to Hungary's anti-Soviet uprising
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Nigerian airstrike at village market is latest in which civilians have been killed

A Nigerian airstrike at a village market in which more than 200 people are feared dead is the latest incident in which the military has hit civilian targets while pursuing

Nigerian airstrike at village market is latest in which civilians have been killed
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Wall St subdued at open as failed US-Iran talks unsettle investors

Wall Street's main indexes opened lower on Monday after weekend talks between the U.S. and Iran failed to deliver a deal nL6N40V09S to end the war, threatening a nascent recovery

Wall St subdued at open as failed US-Iran talks unsettle investors
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Strait of Hormuz situation is an argument for strong international maritime coalition, EU's Kallas says

European Union's foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said on Monday that the situation in the Strait of Hormuz is a clear point in favour of a "strong international

Strait of Hormuz situation is an argument for strong international maritime coalition, EU's Kallas says
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Italy's Meloni issues rare criticism of Trump after his attack on pope

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Italy's Meloni issues rare criticism of Trump after his attack on pope
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Hungary's Magyar will talk to MOL leadership, focus on fuel supplies

Hungary’s election-winner Peter Magyar said on Wednesday he would need to hold talks with the leadership of oil company MOL, adding that ensuring fuel security would be

Hungary's Magyar will talk to MOL leadership, focus on fuel supplies
Business|Economy|Political|World

Ukraine broaches 'stolen' Russian grain cargo on call with Israel

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha held a call with his Israeli counterpart Gideon Sa'ar to discuss a Russian vessel carrying what he described as grain stolen from Ukraine

Ukraine broaches 'stolen' Russian grain cargo on call with Israel
Europe|Political|World

US families contest Italian law restricting citizenship by descent in highest court

Two U.S. families have gone to Italy's highest court to challenge a law limiting citizenship claims to Italian descendants removed by more than two generations

US families contest Italian law restricting citizenship by descent in highest court
Asia|Political|World

China calls US-Iran ceasefire 'very fragile', urges unified opposition to escalation

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Monday said the current ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran is "very fragile" and urged the global community to "unequivocally oppose

China calls US-Iran ceasefire 'very fragile', urges unified opposition to escalation
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Hungary vote removes Ukraine's staunchest foe in EU

Ukraine welcomed with relief on Monday the defeat

Hungary vote removes Ukraine's staunchest foe in EU
Europe|Political|World

Hungarian election winner Magyar outlines his party's plans, views

Hungarian election winner nL8N40W0GT Peter Magyar vowed on Monday to change the constitution in a drive to restore democratic standards, following a landslide victory

Hungarian election winner Magyar outlines his party's plans, views
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Emerging economies in focus at IMF World Bank meetings

Global financial policy makers gather in Washington for the International Monetary Fund and World Bank Group Spring Meetings this week against the backdrop of yet another

Emerging economies in focus at IMF World Bank meetings
Europe|Political|World

Russian hardliners mourn Orban's electoral loss, Kremlin reaches out to his successor

Russian hardliners cast Viktor Orban's defeat in Hungary as a serious blow that would unlock EU funds for Ukraine to fight

Russian hardliners mourn Orban's electoral loss, Kremlin reaches out to his successor
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

NATO allies refuse to join Trump's Iranian port blockade

NATO allies said on Monday they would not get involved in U.S.

NATO allies refuse to join Trump's Iranian port blockade
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Oil prices jump 4% on US blockade of Iran after talks break down

Oil prices climbed about 4% on Monday after the U.S. military began a blockade nL6N40V09S of ships leaving Iran's ports, drawing threatened retaliation

Oil prices jump 4% on US blockade of Iran after talks break down
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

US details bounds of Hormuz blockade as at least two ships turn around

The U.S. military on Monday detailed the boundaries of its Strait of Hormuz blockade, saying it would extend east to the

US details bounds of Hormuz blockade as at least two ships turn around
Business|Political|World

US judge throws out Trump's defamation case against Wall Street Journal

A federal judge on Monday dismissed Donald Trump’s defamation lawsuit https://www.reuters.com/world/us/trump-sues-wall-street-journal-over-epstein-

US judge throws out Trump's defamation case against Wall Street Journal
Crime|Political|World

Minnesota county probes federal arrest as possible kidnapping

A Minnesota county is investigating an arrest by federal agents who allegedly broke into a St.

Minnesota county probes federal arrest as possible kidnapping
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Former Brazil spy chief arrested by ICE in the United States

Former Brazilian intelligence chief Alexandre Ramagem has been detained by ICE in the United States, the agency reported on its website on Monday, after he fled Brazil

Former Brazil spy chief arrested by ICE in the United States
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump nominates Pimco executive Erin Browne to lead international affairs at Treasury department

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Trump nominates Pimco executive Erin Browne to lead international affairs at Treasury department
Political|US|World

US agrees to restore Pride flag at New York’s Stonewall Monument

The Trump administration has agreed to restore a large rainbow Pride flag to New York’s Stonewall National Monument, reversing its decision to remove

US agrees to restore Pride flag at New York’s Stonewall Monument
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Why are some ships going through the Strait of Hormuz during a blockade?

Why are some ships going through the Strait of Hormuz during a blockade?

Why are some ships going through the Strait of Hormuz during a blockade?
Europe|Political|World

Russia launches more than 300 drones, missiles at Ukraine overnight

Russia attacked Ukraine overnight with hundreds of drones and three ballistic missiles, targeting port infrastructure in the south and wounding at least seven people, Ukrainian

Russia launches more than 300 drones, missiles at Ukraine overnight
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

From Boston to Denver, US drivers cut back as Iran war pushes fuel costs higher

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From Boston to Denver, US drivers cut back as Iran war pushes fuel costs higher
Africa|Economy|Political|World

Opposition candidate concedes defeat to Wadagni in Benin presidential race

The sole opposition candidate in Benin's presidential election, Paul Hounkpe, has conceded defeat to Finance Minister Romuald Wadagni following the vote in the West

Opposition candidate concedes defeat to Wadagni in Benin presidential race
Finance|Political|World

Hezbollah chief urges Lebanese government to cancel Washington talks with Israel

Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem on Monday called on the Lebanese government to cancel a Tuesday meeting between the Lebanese and Israeli ambassadors in Washington, describing

Hezbollah chief urges Lebanese government to cancel Washington talks with Israel
Americas|Europe|Political|World

France's Macron holds talks with Venezuelan opposition leader Machado

French President Emmanuel Macron hosted talks on Monday in Paris with Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/nobel-peace-

France's Macron holds talks with Venezuelan opposition leader Machado
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Red Cross calls consecutive strikes in Lebanon 'gravely concerning'

The International Committee of the Red Cross said it was deeply

Red Cross calls consecutive strikes in Lebanon 'gravely concerning'
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump says Iran wants to make a deal

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday that Iran wants to make a deal and that he will not come to any agreement that allows Tehran to have a nuclear weapon.

Trump says Iran wants to make a deal
MidEast|Political|World

Israel presses assault on Lebanon border town ahead of US-hosted talks

Israeli troops launched an attack on Monday to seize a key town in south Lebanon from Hezbollah fighters holed

Israel presses assault on Lebanon border town ahead of US-hosted talks
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump orders DoorDash to White House, trying to sell his tip tax cut

President Donald Trump had McDonald's food delivered to the Oval Office on Monday in a bid to promote his lowering of taxes on tips, and handed the driver what

Trump orders DoorDash to White House, trying to sell his tip tax cut
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Xi calls China-Russia ties 'precious' in current international context

Chinese President Xi Jinping has praised the stability and certainty of China-Russia relations, calling them precious in the face of an international landscape intertwined with changes and chaos

Xi calls China-Russia ties 'precious' in current international context
Crime|Political|US|World

US fires more immigration judges, including two who blocked deporting pro-Palestinian students

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US fires more immigration judges, including two who blocked deporting pro-Palestinian students
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Colombia's Petro walks back 100% tariffs on Ecuadorean goods

Colombian President Gustavo Petro on Monday said his country would not impose 100% tariffs on imports from Ecuador, reversing an announcement nL1N40T0UH made last week by

Colombia's Petro walks back 100% tariffs on Ecuadorean goods
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North Korea tests cruise and anti-ship missiles from naval destroyer

North Korea conducted another test of strategic cruise missiles and anti-warship missiles on Sunday as part of operational efficiency trials of its

North Korea tests cruise and anti-ship missiles from naval destroyer
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Police fire tear gas as workers' protest in India's Noida turns violent

Police lobbed tear gas shells and used "minimum force" on Monday to quell a factory workers' protest in the Indian national capital's suburb of

Police fire tear gas as workers' protest in India's Noida turns violent
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US begins blockade of Iran's ports, Tehran threatens retaliation

The U.S. military began a blockade of Iran's ports on Monday, President Donald Trump said, and Tehran threatened to

US begins blockade of Iran's ports, Tehran threatens retaliation
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Israel and Lebanon are holding talks. What do we know?

Israeli and Lebanese envoys will meet for U.S.-mediated talks in Washington on Tuesday as U.S.

Israel and Lebanon are holding talks. What do we know?
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US shuts down Iran's maritime trade despite optimism for more talks

The United States said on Wednesday its military had completely halted trade going in and out of Iran by sea, while President Donald Trump said talks with Tehran

US shuts down Iran's maritime trade despite optimism for more talks
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Trump tells ABC News reporter he was not concerned about Orban's loss in Hungary

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Trump tells ABC News reporter he was not concerned about Orban's loss in Hungary
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Xi assures Russia of China's friendship as ties grow with other nations

China and Russia must trust and support each other, deepen cooperation and defend each other's interests, President Xi Jinping said on Wednesday, assuring Moscow of

Xi assures Russia of China's friendship as ties grow with other nations
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Germany boosts Sudan aid as Berlin seeks $1 billion in pledges

Germany will provide a further 20 million euros ($23.6 million) to Sudan this year, the development ministry said on Wednesday, ahead of an international

Germany boosts Sudan aid as Berlin seeks $1 billion in pledges
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Hungary's Magyar promises to suspend state media broadcasts, ensure press freedom

Hungary's election winner Peter Magyar said on Wednesday his government will suspend state media broadcasts, pass a new media law and

Hungary's Magyar promises to suspend state media broadcasts, ensure press freedom
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Former military chief to take over as Philippine National Security Adviser

Philippine National Security Adviser Eduardo Ano has resigned due to health reasons, a Palace official said on Wednesday, and will be replaced by former military chief

Former military chief to take over as Philippine National Security Adviser
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Russia ready to help China with energy ahead of Putin's visit, foreign minister says

Russia is ready to increase energy supplies to China ahead of an expected visit by President Vladimir Putin, Russian news agencies quoted Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov as

Russia ready to help China with energy ahead of Putin's visit, foreign minister says
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Georgia overhauls higher education as it shifts away from the West

When anti-government protests began in Georgia in late 2024, Luka Mishveladze started sleeping on the floor at his university building to be closer

Georgia overhauls higher education as it shifts away from the West
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Wall Street rallies, oil stays higher as investors hope for US-Iran resolution

Wall Street stocks rose and oil retreated from highs above $100 a barrel on Monday as the U.S. said it continued to engage with Tehran to make a deal even

Wall Street rallies, oil stays higher as investors hope for US-Iran resolution
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Dozens detained in New York City protest over US arms sales to Israel

Dozens of protesters were detained by police in New York City on Monday during demonstrations calling for the blocking of arms sales to Israel and an

Dozens detained in New York City protest over US arms sales to Israel
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Trump nominates former lawmaker Michelle Steel as US ambassador to South Korea

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Trump nominates former lawmaker Michelle Steel as US ambassador to South Korea
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US Representative Swalwell to quit Congress following sexual misconduct allegations

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US Representative Swalwell to quit Congress following sexual misconduct allegations
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US, Iran leave door open to dialogue after tense Islamabad talks

After a sleepless and at times tense night in Islamabad, Iranian and U.S.

US, Iran leave door open to dialogue after tense Islamabad talks
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South Korea to start building Sejong presidential office in August 2027

South Korea will begin construction of a presidential office in the administrative city of Sejong in August next year, the presidential Blue House said on

South Korea to start building Sejong presidential office in August 2027
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Counting continues in Peru election, runoff with Fujimori likely

Peru’s presidential race remained wide open on Monday, with roughly half the ballots still uncounted after a second day of extended

Counting continues in Peru election, runoff with Fujimori likely
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Vance says US made a lot of progress in talks with Iran

The United States made a lot of progress in talks with Iran, U.S. Vice President JD Vance said in an interview on Fox News' Special Report with Bret Baier on Monday.

Vance says US made a lot of progress in talks with Iran
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China's Xi says rule of law must be upheld for Middle East peace

The international rule of law must be upheld for peace and stability to prevail in the Middle East, China's President Xi Jinping said on Tuesday, in a rebuke

China's Xi says rule of law must be upheld for Middle East peace
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Pope says he will continue to speak out against war after Trump attack

Pope Leo told Reuters on Monday that he plans to continue speaking out against

Pope says he will continue to speak out against war after Trump attack
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Philippines, US military drills underscore Washington's defence commitment, US official says

The latest round of military drills involving the Philippines, the United States and several partner nations will underscore Washington's "ironclad"

Philippines, US military drills underscore Washington's defence commitment, US official says
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Spain, China pledge closer ties in the face of threats to world order

Europe and China must forge closer ties to counter threats to multilateralism, Spanish Premier Pedro Sanchez said on Tuesday after meeting Chinese

Spain, China pledge closer ties in the face of threats to world order
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US, Iranian teams could return to Islamabad for peace talks this week, multiple sources say

Negotiating teams from the U.S. and Iran could return to Pakistan later this week to resume negotiations to end the war in the Gulf

US, Iranian teams could return to Islamabad for peace talks this week, multiple sources say
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No discussions between Qatar and Iran over payment of funds to stop Iranian attacks, Qatari official says

There have been no discussions between Qatar and Iran over the payment of funds to stop Iranian attacks on Qatar and any suggestions that such discussions took place are

No discussions between Qatar and Iran over payment of funds to stop Iranian attacks, Qatari official says
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US prosecutors make surprise visit to Federal Reserve office

Prosecutors from U.S.

US prosecutors make surprise visit to Federal Reserve office
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White House favors former deputy surgeon general to lead CDC, Washington Post says

The White House is considering Erica Schwartz as the new leader of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Washington Post said on Tuesday, citing three sources who

White House favors former deputy surgeon general to lead CDC, Washington Post says
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UK's Reeves 'frustrated and angry' over US Iran war strategy, Mirror reports

British finance minister Rachel Reeves said on Tuesday she was "very frustrated and angry" over what she said was the United States' failure to have a clear exit plan or

UK's Reeves 'frustrated and angry' over US Iran war strategy, Mirror reports
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Trump's voting restrictions bill may fail, but parts live on in 23 states

The SAVE America Act looks set to die in Congress, but 23 mostly Republican-led U.S. states have recently changed their voting procedures to mirror key aspects of

Trump's voting restrictions bill may fail, but parts live on in 23 states
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Hungarian election winner Magyar vows democratic shift with eye on EU funds

Hungarian election https://www.reuters.com/world/hungary/elections/ winner Peter Magyar nL8N40V06U promised on

Hungarian election winner Magyar vows democratic shift with eye on EU funds
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Kremlin says it is glad Hungary's Magyar seems ready for 'pragmatic dialogue' with Russia

The Kremlin said on Tuesday that it was pleased that Hungarian Prime Minister-elect Peter Magyar seemed ready for pragmatic dialogue with Russia and would base its own

Kremlin says it is glad Hungary's Magyar seems ready for 'pragmatic dialogue' with Russia
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Russian drones hit Ukrainian port, officials say

Russian drones attacked Ukraine's Izmail port in the southern Odesa region and struck two civilian foreign-flagged vessels overnight and early on Tuesday, Ukrainian officials said

Russian drones hit Ukrainian port, officials say
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Nigeria police arrest 33-member gang over Kwara church abductions

Nigerian police have arrested a 33-member gang over a November attack in which 38 people were abducted from a church in central Kwara state, police said on

Nigeria police arrest 33-member gang over Kwara church abductions
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Investors size up landmark new chapter for Hungary post-Orban

Investors are banking on a positive new chapter for Hungary as incoming Prime Minister Peter Magyar insists there is no time to waste following his

Investors size up landmark new chapter for Hungary post-Orban
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War-weary markets filter out noise

By Mike Dolan April 14 - What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets Markets are clinging to hopes that there will be an eventual breakthrough in

War-weary markets filter out noise
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Hormuz mission talks to focus on sanctions, seafarer releases, shipping readiness – source

Diplomatic meetings led by France and Britain this week to discuss a potential future multinational mission will be structured around a series of working groups, ranging

Hormuz mission talks to focus on sanctions, seafarer releases, shipping readiness – source
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Sexual abuse allegations are spurring calls for a broader reckoning in Congress

Resignations came quickly this week from two congressmen accused of sexual misconduct toward staff members

Sexual abuse allegations are spurring calls for a broader reckoning in Congress
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Pope Leo, after Trump's attack, honours saint in Algeria who decried wars

Pope Leo paid homage to his spiritual roots on Tuesday, travelling to the ancient birthplace in Algeria of St.

Pope Leo, after Trump's attack, honours saint in Algeria who decried wars
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Euro zone faces big growth hit even if Iran war quickly resolved, IMF says

Euro zone growth will slow this year and inflation surge, forcing the European Central Bank to lift interest rates, even if the economic disruptions caused by the Iran

Euro zone faces big growth hit even if Iran war quickly resolved, IMF says
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Trump says Iran talks could resume over next two days, NY Post reports

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that Iran talks could resume in Pakistan over the next two days, according to an interview with the New York Post.

Trump says Iran talks could resume over next two days, NY Post reports
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US appeals court shields Trump officials from probe over deportation flights

In a victory for Donald Trump, a U.S. appeals court on Tuesday blocked a judge from conducting an investigation into whether the Republican president's administration

US appeals court shields Trump officials from probe over deportation flights
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US, Iran may resume talks this week despite port blockade

Talks to end the Iran war could resume in Pakistan over the next two days, U.S.

US, Iran may resume talks this week despite port blockade