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Todd Blanche has to win over skeptical Republicans. Democrats are laying lots of traps

Todd Blanche has to win over skeptical Republicans. Democrats are laying lots of traps

Todd Blanche has to win over skeptical Republicans. Democrats are laying lots of traps
Europe|World

It's 'Super Tuesday' for EU enlargement as 4 candidates move forward with negotiations

Four countries are taking significant steps toward joining the European Union

It's 'Super Tuesday' for EU enlargement as 4 candidates move forward with negotiations
Environment|Health|Science|World

Planes scoop up water from River Seine to battle wildfire near Paris

Planes scoop up water from River Seine to battle wildfire near Paris

Planes scoop up water from River Seine to battle wildfire near Paris
Africa|Environment|Lifestyle|Travel|World

The mystical, secret island paradise in the middle of Africa’s largest lake

The mystical, secret island paradise in the middle of Africa’s largest lake

The mystical, secret island paradise in the middle of Africa’s largest lake
Interview|MidEast|Political|World

Dana Bash presses Netanyahu on ongoing settler violence in West Bank

CNN's Dana Bash presses Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu on why settler violence in the West Bank hasn't ended.

Dana Bash presses Netanyahu on ongoing settler violence in West Bank
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Nvidia halves Asia buyer list in China chip crackdown, FT reports

Nvidia has more than halved the number of Asian customers authorised to buy its AI chips after introducing a "white list" of companies that passed tougher compliance checks to

Nvidia halves Asia buyer list in China chip crackdown, FT reports
Business|Economy|Finance|World

US consumer inflation likely increased at a slow pace in June as gasoline prices retreated

U.S. consumer inflation likely slowed in June, but that would probably offer little comfort to households or rule out an interest rate increase from

US consumer inflation likely increased at a slow pace in June as gasoline prices retreated
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|World

More than 260,000 evacuated as Typhoon Bavi brings severe floods

The most powerful storm to strike mainland China this year forced more than 260,000 people to evacuate their homes in northeastern Liaoning province, as Typhoon Bavi

More than 260,000 evacuated as Typhoon Bavi brings severe floods
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

US says it has completed its latest wave of strikes on Iran

The U.S. military said late on Monday its forces have completed their latest wave of strikes on Iran that the U.S.

US says it has completed its latest wave of strikes on Iran
Business|Economy|Education|Health|Political|World

US government rescinds $10 billion freeze for 5 states governed by Democrats

The Trump administration's Department of Health and Human Services has rescinded a $10 billion freeze on child care subsidies and social services

US government rescinds $10 billion freeze for 5 states governed by Democrats
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

South Korea forecasts 2026 economic growth at 5-year high on AI chip boom

South Korea pledged on Tuesday to swiftly advance artificial intelligence investments to bolster economic performance, as it raised its 2026 growth forecast to

South Korea forecasts 2026 economic growth at 5-year high on AI chip boom
Australia|Business|Crime|Technology|World

Australia finds serious gaps in Big Tech response to online child sexual abuse

Big Tech companies, including Apple, Meta and Google, have "significant gaps" in tackling child sexual abuse and the growing threat of online sexual extortion

Australia finds serious gaps in Big Tech response to online child sexual abuse
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Inside South Korea's world-beating bear market

When South Korean President Lee Jae Myung set a 5,000-point target for the KOSPI last year, it looked wildly ambitious

Inside South Korea's world-beating bear market
Asia|Business|Crime|Political|World

China purges third Politburo member in deepening anti-graft drive

China has expelled Ma Xingrui, a former Politburo member, from the ruling Communist Party on corruption charges, making him the third sitting member of the elite decision-

China purges third Politburo member in deepening anti-graft drive
Business|Economy|Technology|World

China smartphone shipments fall for fifth straight quarter as costs rise - IDC

China's smartphone shipments fell 4.3% to 66 million units in the second quarter from a year earlier, as many manufacturers hiked prices to

China smartphone shipments fall for fifth straight quarter as costs rise - IDC
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

China's exports ride AI boom as domestic economy struggles

China's exports surged in June, buoyed by orders for chips to fuel the global AI boom and automobiles, deepening producers' reliance on

China's exports ride AI boom as domestic economy struggles
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Technology|World

BMW races to catch up in a Chinese EV market that won't slow down

BMW is betting on its long-awaited Neue Klasse electric cars to revive its fortunes in China after two years of declining sales.

BMW races to catch up in a Chinese EV market that won't slow down
Business|Economy|Political|World

Japan to clarify central bank independence in final economic blueprint, media says

Japan's government will insert a footnote in its economic blueprint referring to a clause in law stipulating the need to protect the central bank's independence in setting

Japan to clarify central bank independence in final economic blueprint, media says
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Australia business conditions steady in June; mood improves

Australian business conditions were steady in June as cost pressures eased following a U.S.-Iran peace deal to end their conflict, a survey showed on Tuesday, although

Australia business conditions steady in June; mood improves
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

U.S. military renews strikes on Iran while tankers come under attack in Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. military carried out a third consecutive night of strikes against Iran on

U.S. military renews strikes on Iran while tankers come under attack in Strait of Hormuz
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

China's June exports surge 27% from a year earlier as AI boom drives strong demand

China has reported its export picked up pace in June, jumping 27% from a year earlier thanks to strong demand from the boom in artificial intelligence

China's June exports surge 27% from a year earlier as AI boom drives strong demand
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Iran executes 2 Islamic State members convicted of armed rebellion

Iranian state television says two members of the Islamic State group have been executed after they were convicted of armed rebellion against the Islamic Republic

Iran executes 2 Islamic State members convicted of armed rebellion
Arts|World

This haunting portrait reveals the suppressed history of marriages long considered taboo

This haunting portrait reveals the suppressed history of marriages long considered taboo

This haunting portrait reveals the suppressed history of marriages long considered taboo
Asia|Crime|Entertainment|World

Death toll from a Bangkok music bar fire rises to 30

Officials say the death toll from a huge fire in a Bangkok music bar has increased to 30

Death toll from a Bangkok music bar fire rises to 30
Environment|Science|World

Busy wildfire season tests US fire bosses as they juggle resources to stay ahead

The strategy calls for moving firefighters, engines and aircraft into areas where wildfire risk is high in hopes of catching flames before they make a catastrophic run

Busy wildfire season tests US fire bosses as they juggle resources to stay ahead
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

US attacks Iran and Tehran retaliates across the Middle East as both vie for control of strait

The U.S. has launched more strikes on Iran after President Donald Trump said Washington is “reinstating” a blockade on Iran in the Strait of Hormuz

US attacks Iran and Tehran retaliates across the Middle East as both vie for control of strait
World

Bridge builder and 'Trump whisperer': Lindsey Graham's role in the Senate not easily filled

Lindsey Graham played a role in the Senate that won’t easily be filled

Bridge builder and 'Trump whisperer': Lindsey Graham's role in the Senate not easily filled
Business|Economy|Political|World

FACT FOCUS: A look at US and Iranian claims of control over the Strait of Hormuz

A focal point of the Iran war is increasingly about who controls the Strait of Hormuz — a waterway that for decades was a relatively safe transit route for Middle East oil and natural gas supplies

FACT FOCUS: A look at US and Iranian claims of control over the Strait of Hormuz
Crime|Political|World

The Latest: Trump says US will blockade Iran in Strait of Hormuz and charge ships for safe passage

President Donald Trump said Iranian ships will no longer be able to travel through the Strait of Hormuz and America would charge a 20% toll on other countries’ eligible cargo, escalating tensions after weekend of attacks by both nations to assert control of the critical waterway

The Latest: Trump says US will blockade Iran in Strait of Hormuz and charge ships for safe passage
Political|World

Trump sends Congress formal notice that Iran conflict has resumed

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Trump sends Congress formal notice that Iran conflict has resumed
Asia|Political|World

Japan is running out of royals. So why won’t it let women become emperor?

Japan is running out of royals. So why won’t it let women become emperor?

Japan is running out of royals. So why won’t it let women become emperor?
Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

4 people have been killed this year in shootings by federal agents linked to Trump’s immigration crackdown

4 people have been killed this year in shootings by federal agents linked to Trump’s immigration crackdown

4 people have been killed this year in shootings by federal agents linked to Trump’s immigration crackdown
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump to assert voting machine vulnerabilities in Thursday speech

President Donald Trump will give a national address on Thursday night about newly declassified intelligence on

Trump to assert voting machine vulnerabilities in Thursday speech
Environment|Political|US|World

Trump slashes the size of two Utah national monuments

U.S.

Trump slashes the size of two Utah national monuments
Americas|Crime|Election|Political|World

El Salvador’s ruling party clears the way for Bukele’s 3rd term

El Salvador's ruling party has ratified President Nayib Bukele’s candidacy for the February presidential elections

El Salvador’s ruling party clears the way for Bukele’s 3rd term
Business|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Who is Darline Graham Nordone, Sen. Lindsey Graham's sister?

Darline Graham Nordone has been appointed to fill the Senate term of her late brother, Lindsey Graham, who died over the weekend

Who is Darline Graham Nordone, Sen. Lindsey Graham's sister?
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|US|World

Americans expect prolonged US-Iran war as ceasefire falters, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

Four in five Americans expect the U.S. war with Iran to drag on for an extended period, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll conducted as fighting escalated and

Americans expect prolonged US-Iran war as ceasefire falters, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
Business|Science|Technology|World

L3Harris gets $955 million US contract to supply 18 satellites for Golden Dome missile shield

Defense supplier L3Harris Technologies has secured a $955 million contract from an agency under the U.S.

L3Harris gets $955 million US contract to supply 18 satellites for Golden Dome missile shield
Business|Economy|World

US House Democratic Women's Caucus urges USDA to reinstate women ousted from soybean board

The U.S. House of Representatives' Democratic Women's Caucus on Monday urged the U.S.

US House Democratic Women's Caucus urges USDA to reinstate women ousted from soybean board
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

Argentina's YPF Electric Energy reveals revenue jump in US IPO filing

Argentinian power company YPF Electric Energy disclosed a 45.8% jump in quarterly revenue in its filing for a U.S. initial public offering on Monday, joining

Argentina's YPF Electric Energy reveals revenue jump in US IPO filing
Political|US|World

Trump says US attacking Iran capabilities related to Strait of Hormuz

President Donald Trump told reporters on Monday that the United States was attacking Iran's capabilities related to the Strait of Hormuz, amid renewed military action

Trump says US attacking Iran capabilities related to Strait of Hormuz
Crime|Health|Political|US|World

Graham asked a staffer to call 911 after reporting chest pains, GOP senator says

Graham asked a staffer to call 911 after reporting chest pains, GOP senator says

Graham asked a staffer to call 911 after reporting chest pains, GOP senator says
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

UN official says Hamas obstructing aid in Gaza

A United Nations official has said Palestinian militant group Hamas was disrupting aid distribution in the Gaza Strip, placing further hardship on its civilians already

UN official says Hamas obstructing aid in Gaza
Crime|Political|US|World

Feds turn over evidence in Renee Good and Alex Pretti killings to Minnesota after months of delay

Minnesota prosecutors have obtained key evidence in their investigations into the fatal shootings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti

Feds turn over evidence in Renee Good and Alex Pretti killings to Minnesota after months of delay
Health|World

US military death toll in Iran war rises to 14 after Navy pilot death this month

The U.S. military’s official tally of deaths in the Iran war has risen to 14 service members, with the death of a Navy pilot in a helicopter crash in early July in the Arabian Sea

US military death toll in Iran war rises to 14 after Navy pilot death this month
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Lawsuit accuses BlackRock of overcharging mutual fund investors

BlackRock, one of the world's largest asset managers, was sued on Monday by investors who said it stuck them with higher management fees and tax bills

Lawsuit accuses BlackRock of overcharging mutual fund investors
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Brazil's top court bars Senator Flavio Bolsonaro from visiting father until vote

Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes on Monday barred presidential hopeful Senator Flavio Bolsonaro from visiting his father, former President Jair

Brazil's top court bars Senator Flavio Bolsonaro from visiting father until vote
Crime|US|World

ICE agent fatally shoots driver in Maine, six days after similar death in Texas

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ICE agent fatally shoots driver in Maine, six days after similar death in Texas
Business|Economy|Political|World

Venezuela's Rodriguez taps Washington envoy for new foreign ministry post

Venezuela's interim president, Delcy Rodriguez, on Monday said she had tapped the nation's envoy to the U.S. for a new post dealing with foreign relations and trade abroad.

Venezuela's Rodriguez taps Washington envoy for new foreign ministry post
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump says the US will take out Pickaxe Mountain in Iran

U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday said that the U.S. would take out Pickaxe Mountain in Iran, as he warned that Washington would continue to hit the country hard.

Trump says the US will take out Pickaxe Mountain in Iran
Economy|Science|World

US lawmakers to vote on whether to make daylight saving time permanent

The U.S.

US lawmakers to vote on whether to make daylight saving time permanent
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Jack Daniel's maker Brown-Forman CEO Lawson Whiting to retire

Brown-Forman CEO and President Lawson Whiting has decided to retire, the company said on Monday, but did not provide a timeline for his departure.

Jack Daniel's maker Brown-Forman CEO Lawson Whiting to retire
Crime|Science|Technology|World

China detains US seismologist who has studied North Korean nuclear tests

A Chinese-born American seismologist who has published U.S.-funded work on detecting North Korean nuclear tests has been detained in China for nearly

China detains US seismologist who has studied North Korean nuclear tests
Arts|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|Science|World

Argentina court recognizes two goldfish as sentient beings with rights

Argentina court recognizes two goldfish as sentient beings with rights

Argentina court recognizes two goldfish as sentient beings with rights
Environment|Health|Science|US|World

Michigan says diarrhea outbreak may be linked to lettuce, salad greens as cases rise above 3,000

Michigan says diarrhea outbreak may be linked to lettuce, salad greens as cases rise above 3,000

Michigan says diarrhea outbreak may be linked to lettuce, salad greens as cases rise above 3,000
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|World

UN shipping agency opposes fees for any strait, after Trump plans Hormuz charge

The U.N.'s shipping agency said on Monday that it opposes fees on ships passing through maritime waterways but would await more details after U.S.

UN shipping agency opposes fees for any strait, after Trump plans Hormuz charge
Health|Political|US|World

Abortion rights are on the ballot in 4 states. Here's what to know

Voters in one of the most conservative U.S. states will decide whether to roll back the state's abortion ban

Abortion rights are on the ballot in 4 states. Here's what to know
Business|Economy|Political|World

US to begin enforcing maritime blockade on Iran on Tuesday

The U.S. military will begin enforcing a maritime blockade on Iran on Tuesday, the U.S. Navy-led Joint Maritime Information Center (JMIC) said on Monday. 

US to begin enforcing maritime blockade on Iran on Tuesday
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Canada regulator cited Anthropic's Claude Mythos in warning to banks on cyber risks, email shows

Canada's federal banking regulator warned the country's

Canada regulator cited Anthropic's Claude Mythos in warning to banks on cyber risks, email shows
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

U.S. judge finds Trump misused court in IRS case, refers lawyers for discipline 

A U.S. judge on Monday found that President Donald Trump

U.S. judge finds Trump misused court in IRS case, refers lawyers for discipline 
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine and allies set up coalition to tackle Russia ballistic missile threat

Ukraine and key Western allies on Monday announced an air-defence coalition that would include jointly developing a new anti-ballistic

Ukraine and allies set up coalition to tackle Russia ballistic missile threat
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|World

Lawmakers demand Pentagon release findings from probe of Iran school strike

Democratic senators led by Kirsten Gillibrand called on Monday for President Donald Trump's administration to disclose within the next

Lawmakers demand Pentagon release findings from probe of Iran school strike
Environment|Europe|Health|Science|World

Wildfire rages near Paris as heatwave scorches Europe

A wildfire tore through a historic forest near Paris on Monday, forcing highway closures and mobilising water-bombing aircraft, while

Wildfire rages near Paris as heatwave scorches Europe
Crime|Political|World

Trump officials turn over withheld evidence in immigration agents' killings of Renee Good, Alex Pretti

U.S.

Trump officials turn over withheld evidence in immigration agents' killings of Renee Good, Alex Pretti
US|World

Senate returns to Washington after Sen. Lindsey Graham's death with an uncertain agenda

Senate Republicans are returning to Washington with an uncertain agenda after the sudden death of prominent Republican Lindsey Graham, a committee chairman and key player who served as a crucial ally of President Donald Trump

Senate returns to Washington after Sen. Lindsey Graham's death with an uncertain agenda
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Oil prices jump following the latest fighting in the Middle East, while AI stocks sink

Oil prices jumped following a weekend of attacks in the Middle East, while slumping AI stocks weighed on stock markets

Oil prices jump following the latest fighting in the Middle East, while AI stocks sink
World

Yemen's Houthis strike Saudi Arabia's Abha airport with missiles and drones in a sharp escalation

The Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen have launched missiles and drones at Saudi Arabia’s Abha International Airport

Yemen's Houthis strike Saudi Arabia's Abha airport with missiles and drones in a sharp escalation
Crime|Political|US|World

Rubio vows to ‘dismantle’ International Criminal Court

Rubio vows to ‘dismantle’ International Criminal Court

Rubio vows to ‘dismantle’ International Criminal Court
Crime|World

Israeli soldier who assaulted CNN cameraman reprimanded but avoids criminal charges

Israeli soldier who assaulted CNN cameraman reprimanded but avoids criminal charges

Israeli soldier who assaulted CNN cameraman reprimanded but avoids criminal charges
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Trump backs Russia sanctions package spearheaded by Graham

Trump backs Russia sanctions package spearheaded by Graham

Trump backs Russia sanctions package spearheaded by Graham
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Florida man killed fleeing ICE is at least the 10th fatality in US immigration sweeps

The death of a man who was fleeing federal immigration agents in Florida is at least the 10th fatality linked to the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown

Florida man killed fleeing ICE is at least the 10th fatality in US immigration sweeps
Americas|Europe|Political|Sports|World

Is Mbappé too good for France?

Is Mbappé too good for France?

Is Mbappé too good for France?
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump offers US protection in the Strait of Hormuz for a 20% fee. How would that work?

Trump offers US protection in the Strait of Hormuz for a 20% fee. How would that work?

Trump offers US protection in the Strait of Hormuz for a 20% fee. How would that work?
Business|US|World

Judge says Trump IRS lawsuit was filed for 'improper purpose,' refers lawyer for possible discipline

A federal judge says President Donald Trump’s lawsuit against the IRS over his leaked tax returns was filed for an “improper purpose” as she referred one of his attorneys for possible disciplinary action

Judge says Trump IRS lawsuit was filed for 'improper purpose,' refers lawyer for possible discipline
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Venezuela's complex and contested debt puzzle

The scale of Venezuela's debt burden - and the mix of creditors holding it - will help determine the losses investors face in

Venezuela's complex and contested debt puzzle
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Development banks' climate funding hits record, but World Bank pullback looms

Multilateral development banks committed a record $162.5 billion in climate financing last year, a report by the EU's lending arm showed on

Development banks' climate funding hits record, but World Bank pullback looms
Political|US|World

Trump administration launches effort to isolate International Criminal Court

The Trump administration is launching an effort to dismantle what it calls the threat to U.S.

Trump administration launches effort to isolate International Criminal Court
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Oil up 9% to one-month high as US  says it will blockade entire Iranian coastline, all vessels

Oil prices settled up more than 9% on Monday at a one-month high after news that a United States' naval  blockade due to begin on Tuesday will cover

Oil up 9% to one-month high as US  says it will blockade entire Iranian coastline, all vessels
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Fed's Waller says rate hike may be needed if core inflation stays hot

The U.S. central bank may need to raise interest rates "in the near term" if coming data show inflation continuing well above the 2% target, Federal Reserve

Fed's Waller says rate hike may be needed if core inflation stays hot
World

Houthis fire missiles at Saudi Arabia, breaking years of calm

Yemen's Houthi movement fired missiles at Saudi Arabia after accusing the kingdom of bombing an airport under their

Houthis fire missiles at Saudi Arabia, breaking years of calm
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Riyadh Air studies orders for 25-30 Boeing 787s and more Airbus, sources say

Saudi startup Riyadh Air is studying the purchase of between 25 and 30 more Boeing 787 Dreamliners by exercising most of its contractual options with the U.S.

Riyadh Air studies orders for 25-30 Boeing 787s and more Airbus, sources say
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine to produce French missiles, orders war planes, Macron says

President Emmanuel Macron said on Monday that France would allow Ukraine to produce French-made cruise missiles, precision guided bombs and air defence interceptor missiles

Ukraine to produce French missiles, orders war planes, Macron says
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Wall Street ends lower as Iran tensions dampen risk appetite; chipmakers drop

Tech shares pulled U.S. stocks lower on Monday after President Donald Trump announced that he would reinstate a blockade on Iranian

Wall Street ends lower as Iran tensions dampen risk appetite; chipmakers drop
Europe|Political|World

Hungary passes constitutional amendment to remove Orbán-era president

Hungary's Parliament has passed a constitutional amendment aimed at removing the president, seen as a loyalist of former Prime Minister Viktor Orbán

Hungary passes constitutional amendment to remove Orbán-era president
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU rallies $1 billion in pledges for Gaza's recovery

A senior European Union official says the EU has coordinated efforts to raise $1 billion in aid pledges for rebuilding Gaza

EU rallies $1 billion in pledges for Gaza's recovery
Crime|Europe|World

UK says an Iran-backed group was behind attacks on Jewish community and bans Revolutionary Guard

The U.K. government says a proxy group backed by Iran is responsible for recent arson and vandalism attacks on Jewish sites in Britain

UK says an Iran-backed group was behind attacks on Jewish community and bans Revolutionary Guard
Arts|Crime|Election|Entertainment|Europe|World

Russian anti-war politician Nadezhdin released after detention, faces court on Friday

Boris Nadezhdin, a Russian anti-war politician who attempted to run against President Vladimir Putin in the 2024 presidential election, said on Monday he had been released from

Russian anti-war politician Nadezhdin released after detention, faces court on Friday
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Technology|World

Hundreds of economists say 'we must act now' on AI’s economic impact and job displacement risks

Hundreds of economists urge immediate action to address AI's potential impact on the economy

Hundreds of economists say 'we must act now' on AI’s economic impact and job displacement risks
Economy|World

Why has the Iran-US ceasefire memorandum frayed?

Renewed U.S.-Iranian hostilities are eroding an interim agreement signed in June, reflecting disagreements over the Strait of Hormuz and other issues and underlining difficulties

Why has the Iran-US ceasefire memorandum frayed?
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

Bosch begins sample production at its first US semiconductor plant

German auto component and chip maker Bosch is beginning sample production at its first U.S. semiconductor factory, the company said Monday, finalizing a $

Bosch begins sample production at its first US semiconductor plant
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Dollar edges higher on escalating US-Iran tension, yen slides on pension doubts

The dollar clung to modest gains on Monday, underpinned by escalating hostilities in the Gulf and hawkish comments from a Federal Reserve governor ahead

Dollar edges higher on escalating US-Iran tension, yen slides on pension doubts
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine awaits new government after prime minister's shock dismissal

Ukrainian lawmakers were getting ready to vote on another government this week after the president dismissed his prime minister in a move he

Ukraine awaits new government after prime minister's shock dismissal
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

JPMorgan's Dimon questioned on whether he lobbied UK government on Epstein's advice

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon has received a letter from Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren about whether he lobbied the UK government against a tax on bankers'

JPMorgan's Dimon questioned on whether he lobbied UK government on Epstein's advice
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Oil surges, stocks slip and bond yields rise as Gulf conflict flares up again

Oil futures surged nearly 9% on Monday and equities fell as conflict between the United States and Iran re-ignited over the weekend, once again

Oil surges, stocks slip and bond yields rise as Gulf conflict flares up again
Business|Crime|Technology|World

Iranian-born engineer convicted in US of exporting technology to Iran

An Iranian-born engineer was convicted on Monday of U.S. charges that he conspired to illegally export technology with potential application in military

Iranian-born engineer convicted in US of exporting technology to Iran
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

South Carolina governor names Graham's sister as temporary Senate replacement

Republican South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster on Monday appointed the sister of the late Senator Lindsey Graham to fill his vacant

South Carolina governor names Graham's sister as temporary Senate replacement
Crime|Environment|Europe|World

Spain identifies nine victims of deadly wildfire

Nine victims of one of Spain's deadliest wildfires on record have been identified, authorities said on Monday, as forensic teams

Spain identifies nine victims of deadly wildfire
Health|Science|World

Aortic dissection: The medical emergency linked to Lindsey Graham’s death

Aortic dissection: The medical emergency linked to Lindsey Graham’s death

Aortic dissection: The medical emergency linked to Lindsey Graham’s death
Business|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|Technology|World

Shein executive chairman to pass the baton as IPO nears completion, sources say

Shein Executive Chairman Donald Tang will step down as his mission of taking the company public nears completion, three

Shein executive chairman to pass the baton as IPO nears completion, sources say
Europe|Political|World

Ukrainian PM Svyrydenko has submitted resignation, parliament speaker says

Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko has submitted her resignation to parliament, the chamber's speaker said on Monday.

Ukrainian PM Svyrydenko has submitted resignation, parliament speaker says
Africa|Health|World

Workers at an Ebola treatment center in Congo strike over unpaid salaries and bonuses

Dozens of workers at an Ebola treatment center in northeast Congo have gone on strike over unpaid salaries and bonuses

Workers at an Ebola treatment center in Congo strike over unpaid salaries and bonuses
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

One Kansas City family, two unforgettable moments with Lionel Messi

One Kansas City family, two unforgettable moments with Lionel Messi

One Kansas City family, two unforgettable moments with Lionel Messi
Europe|Political|Sports|World

Former Spanish leader is criticized for comments about France's World Cup team

Former Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy is facing backlash for comments about France's World Cup team ahead of their semifinal match

Former Spanish leader is criticized for comments about France's World Cup team
Political|World

Why did veterans of Israel’s most famous secret operation boycott its commemoration?

Why did veterans of Israel’s most famous secret operation boycott its commemoration?

Why did veterans of Israel’s most famous secret operation boycott its commemoration?
Arts|Crime|Education|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science|Technology|Travel|US|World

Man who killed Dartmouth professors at 17 to get a chance at parole in about 20 years, judge rules

A judge has ruled that a Vermont man who was 17 when he and a friend killed a pair of married Dartmouth College professors 25 years ago will have a chance at parole in about 20 years, when he reaches the age of one of his victims

Man who killed Dartmouth professors at 17 to get a chance at parole in about 20 years, judge rules
Asia|Crime|Entertainment|World

People killed in Bangkok music bar fire were found trapped in windowless bathrooms

Most of the people who were killed in a huge fire in a Bangkok music bar were found trapped in windowless bathrooms where they may have sought to escape the flames that claimed at least 27 lives

People killed in Bangkok music bar fire were found trapped in windowless bathrooms
Health|Political|Science|World

Aortic tear blamed in Sen. Lindsey Graham’s sudden death is a fast-killing emergency

The aortic tear that likely caused the sudden death of Sen. Lindsey Graham is a medical emergency that can rapidly kill

Aortic tear blamed in Sen. Lindsey Graham’s sudden death is a fast-killing emergency
Crime|Europe|Technology|World

EU imposes sanctions on Russians over human rights and cybercrime

The European Union on Monday broadened sanctions against Russia to include individuals and entities responsible for cybercrime and human rights violations, naming popular social

EU imposes sanctions on Russians over human rights and cybercrime
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

S&P 500 and Nasdaq open lower as Iran tensions jolt sentiment, chip stocks slide

The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq opened lower on Monday, as a fresh escalation between the U.S. and Iran in the Gulf pushed oil prices higher and unsettled investors, while chip stocks

S&P 500 and Nasdaq open lower as Iran tensions jolt sentiment, chip stocks slide
Business|Economy|World

Macron calls go-it-alone defence strategies in Europe an 'absurdity'

French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday warned European countries against go-it-alone national defence policies, as governments ramp up military spending

Macron calls go-it-alone defence strategies in Europe an 'absurdity'
Crime|Political|World

UK counter-terrorism police take over investigation into murder of former minister Widdecombe

British counter-terrorism police officers are now leading the investigation into the suspected murder of former British government minister

UK counter-terrorism police take over investigation into murder of former minister Widdecombe
Crime|Political|US|World

US creates task force to prosecute leaks to news media, Hegseth says

The U.S.

US creates task force to prosecute leaks to news media, Hegseth says
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Bangladesh says IMF agrees phased approach to reforms under new programme

Bangladesh and the International Monetary Fund have agreed on the broad framework for a new lending programme, with reforms to be introduced gradually to reflect the country's

Bangladesh says IMF agrees phased approach to reforms under new programme
Environment|Europe|Science|World

Fire in Fontainebleau forest near Paris triggers evacuations; 10 still missing in Spanish wildfire

A fire is raging in the historic Fontainebleau forest south of Paris, prompting evacuations and disrupting traffic

Fire in Fontainebleau forest near Paris triggers evacuations; 10 still missing in Spanish wildfire
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

Ferguson to buy FloWorks from Wynnchurch Capital for $1.6 billion

Plumbing supplies distributor Ferguson Enterprises said on Monday it will buy FloWorks from private equity firm Wynnchurch Capital for about $1.6 billion in cash, strengthening its

Ferguson to buy FloWorks from Wynnchurch Capital for $1.6 billion
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Trump: Iran blockade reinstated, US to charge 20% on Strait of Hormuz cargo

President Donald Trump said on Monday that the United States was reinstating a naval blockade on Iran and would be reimbursed 20% on all cargo shipped through the

Trump: Iran blockade reinstated, US to charge 20% on Strait of Hormuz cargo
Business|Economy|World

U.S. bank regulators warn firms on lending to undocumented workers

Banks should be cautious of lending to people not legally authorized to work in the United States, as their income may be less reliable or they may be

U.S. bank regulators warn firms on lending to undocumented workers
Political|US|World

Trump says Lindsey Graham's sister should be interim South Carolina senator

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday that he had recommended Lindsey Graham's sister to fill the late South Carolina senator's seat on an interim basis.

Trump says Lindsey Graham's sister should be interim South Carolina senator
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Volkswagen CEO flags 50,000 extra job cuts to staff as costs squeezed

(Corrects story to delete extraneous word "boost" in the first paragraph.)

Volkswagen CEO flags 50,000 extra job cuts to staff as costs squeezed
Crime|Political|World

N.J. man says he was almost kicked off plane after flight attendant found shirt offensive

N.J. man says he was almost kicked off plane after flight attendant found shirt offensive

N.J. man says he was almost kicked off plane after flight attendant found shirt offensive
Crime|Technology|World

US citizen is found guilty of helping export tech to Iran in violation of sanctions

A Massachusetts man has been found guilty of conspiring to unlawfully export electronic components to Iran, violating U.S. sanctions

US citizen is found guilty of helping export tech to Iran in violation of sanctions
Crime|Environment|Europe|World

Firefighter saves man trapped on third floor of burning Lawrence home: "He had smoke coming out all around him"

Firefighter saves man trapped on third floor of burning Lawrence home: "He had smoke coming out all around him"

Firefighter saves man trapped on third floor of burning Lawrence home: "He had smoke coming out all around him"
Arts|Sports|World

Could the next World Cup have even more teams? FIFA is considering it

Could the next World Cup have even more teams? FIFA is considering it

Could the next World Cup have even more teams? FIFA is considering it
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Hormuz traffic slows to two-month low as renewed US, Iran strikes raise safety risk

The number of tankers transiting the Strait of Hormuz fell in the past day to the lowest level in two months, shipping data

Hormuz traffic slows to two-month low as renewed US, Iran strikes raise safety risk
Europe|Sports|World

Former grocery delivery man Joe Dean earns the final spot in British Open

Joe Dean is the last man into the British Open

Former grocery delivery man Joe Dean earns the final spot in British Open
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Regulators issue new guidance on bank lending risk tied to borrowers living illegally in US

The Trump administration is cracking down on banks lending to people living in the U.S. illegally

Regulators issue new guidance on bank lending risk tied to borrowers living illegally in US
Crime|Political|US|World

One person killed in Maine in second fatal ICE-involved shooting in less than a week

One person killed in Maine in second fatal ICE-involved shooting in less than a week

One person killed in Maine in second fatal ICE-involved shooting in less than a week
Arts|Political|Science|Technology|US|World

Trump’s latest leak hunt against The New York Times is deeply personal

Trump’s latest leak hunt against The New York Times is deeply personal

Trump’s latest leak hunt against The New York Times is deeply personal
Americas|Education|Europe|Travel|World

Portuguese tall ship Sagres brings hundreds of letters to students

Portuguese tall ship Sagres brings hundreds of letters to students

Portuguese tall ship Sagres brings hundreds of letters to students
Crime|Health|Lifestyle|US|World

Firefighter’s mother turns heartbreak into healing for grieving mothers three years later

Firefighter’s mother turns heartbreak into healing for grieving mothers three years later

Firefighter’s mother turns heartbreak into healing for grieving mothers three years later
Education|Health|Political|Technology|World

EU chief weighs age restrictions for children using social media

A top European Union official is calling for limits on children using social media

EU chief weighs age restrictions for children using social media
Education|Environment|US|World

Missouri National Guard rescues more than 200 from flooded Camp Taum Sauk

Missouri National Guard rescues more than 200 from flooded Camp Taum Sauk

Missouri National Guard rescues more than 200 from flooded Camp Taum Sauk
Entertainment|Health|US|World

Church where Sen. Lindsey Graham was baptized grieves his death

Church where Sen. Lindsey Graham was baptized grieves his death

Church where Sen. Lindsey Graham was baptized grieves his death
Crime|Political|World

UK counter-terror police lead investigation into suspected murder of former lawmaker Ann Widdecombe

UK counter-terror police lead investigation into suspected murder of former lawmaker Ann Widdecombe

UK counter-terror police lead investigation into suspected murder of former lawmaker Ann Widdecombe
Business|Europe|Political|World

Hungarian opposition Fidesz's parliamentary group chief resigns over legislation

The head of Hungarian opposition party Fidesz's parliamentary group, Gergely Gulyas has resigned, website Telex.hu reported on Monday, citing Gulyas at a briefing.

Hungarian opposition Fidesz's parliamentary group chief resigns over legislation
Crime|Europe|World

UK bans support for two Iranian groups over antisemitic attacks in Britain

Britain banned support for Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and a linked group on Monday following a series of antisemitic attacks, using new

UK bans support for two Iranian groups over antisemitic attacks in Britain
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

SK Hynix plunges after Nasdaq debut as memory chip euphoria cools

SK Hynix's Seoul shares posted their biggest one-day fall in nearly two decades on Monday, tumbling more than 15%, as

SK Hynix plunges after Nasdaq debut as memory chip euphoria cools
Europe|Political|World

EU pledges €120 million to help Moldova's air defence system

The European Union pledged on Monday aid worth €120 million ($137.14 million) to strengthen the air defence system of Moldova.

EU pledges €120 million to help Moldova's air defence system
Americas|Election|World

El Salvador president's party nominates Bukele to seek third term

El Salvador President Nayib Bukele has secured the nomination of his ruling Nuevas Ideas party for the 2027 presidential election, the party said

El Salvador president's party nominates Bukele to seek third term
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Global smartphone shipments in second quarter hit lowest in 13 years on memory chip crunch

Global smartphone shipments fell 11% in the second quarter to their lowest level for the period since 2013, as a prolonged memory chip shortage drove up handset prices and dampened

Global smartphone shipments in second quarter hit lowest in 13 years on memory chip crunch
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Ousted PM Hasina faces prison on return to Bangladesh, minister says

Ousted Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina will be jailed if she returns from self-imposed exile in India, a senior official said on Monday, days after Hasina told

Ousted PM Hasina faces prison on return to Bangladesh, minister says
Asia|Business|Economy|World

China's premier urges 'objective' understanding of the economy

Chinese Premier Li Qiang called on Monday for "a comprehensive and objective understanding" of

China's premier urges 'objective' understanding of the economy
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Brazil's economy forecast to grow moderately after October presidential vote

Brazil's economy will keep growing moderately after October's presidential vote, a Reuters poll suggested, with a fall in farm output arising from

Brazil's economy forecast to grow moderately after October presidential vote
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Iraq's prime minister seeks big energy investments on US trip

By Ahmed Rasheed and Muayad Hameed BAGHDAD, July 13 - Iraq's new prime minister, Ali al-Zaidi, aims to secure major U.S. investment in his country's oil, gas, and power sectors during a visit to the

Iraq's prime minister seeks big energy investments on US trip
Europe|Political|World

Hungary parliament passes law to oust president in Magyar's power shake-up

Hungary's parliament has approved a constitutional amendment on Monday to oust President Tamas Sulyok, who Prime Minister Peter Magyar says is a "puppet

Hungary parliament passes law to oust president in Magyar's power shake-up
Asia|Crime|World

Fire breaks out at a pub in Bangkok, killing at least 27 people

A huge fire that engulfed a beer hall in Bangkok overnight has killed at least 27 people and injured dozens more

Fire breaks out at a pub in Bangkok, killing at least 27 people
Americas|Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Lifestyle|Opinion|Political|World

Cuba’s future remains in limbo while Trump’s unpredictable foreign policy offers no clear path forward

Cubans are living in a state of limbo, and it’s not clear that US military intervention would revitalize the Cuban economy.

Cuba’s future remains in limbo while Trump’s unpredictable foreign policy offers no clear path forward
Americas|Arts|World

For nearly 250 years, the US has had eyes on Latin America – but interventions then looked rather different

Now as then, the US supported forces that wanted to change the political situation in Venezuela.

For nearly 250 years, the US has had eyes on Latin America – but interventions then looked rather different
Sports|World

Police investigate the death of South Africa World Cup soccer player Jayden Adams

The death of South Africa soccer player Jayden Adams is under investigation by police

Police investigate the death of South Africa World Cup soccer player Jayden Adams
Asia|Economy|Political|World

ASEAN outreach may give Myanmar leaders legitimacy without results

ASEAN's re-engagement with Myanmar runs the risk of providing legitimacy to the military-led government and undermining the regional group's own plan to end violence in the war-

ASEAN outreach may give Myanmar leaders legitimacy without results
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU and partners launch $1 billion scheme to help Gaza recover from war

The European Commission and more than a dozen countries launched an initiative on Monday to deliver €883.6 million ($1 billion) in aid projects to help Gaza recover from

EU and partners launch $1 billion scheme to help Gaza recover from war
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Crude up, chips down

What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Anna Szymanski, Editor-in-Charge, Reuters Open Interest Crude oil prices rose on Monday morning after military

Crude up, chips down
Crime|Europe|Technology|World

UK targets Russian cyber networks with new sanctions

Britain on Monday announced a new package of sanctions targeting Russian cyber networks, which it blamed for trying to sow chaos and division across Europe. 

UK targets Russian cyber networks with new sanctions
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

China aims to spur consumption in first five-year blueprint

China will aim for annual retail sales of around 60 trillion yuan ($9 trillion) by 2030 under its first five-year plan focusing on consumption, implying a slowdown in

China aims to spur consumption in first five-year blueprint
Business|Environment|Health|Political|Science|Technology|World

Pesticide makers stack wins against US environmental, public health groups

The U.S.

Pesticide makers stack wins against US environmental, public health groups
Africa|Crime|World

UK murder suspect bought gun in South Africa, possibly to kill himself, police say

A man arrested in Johannesburg on Friday who is suspected of murdering his wife and two daughters in Britain bought an unlicensed gun, possibly to kill himself, South

UK murder suspect bought gun in South Africa, possibly to kill himself, police say
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|World

Brazil coffee faces El Niño headwinds, but crops more resilient

El Niño could cut Brazil's expected record harvest by up to a fifth, according to the Brazilian Coffee Industry Association (Abic), as excessive heat

Brazil coffee faces El Niño headwinds, but crops more resilient
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|World

Inside one Havana apartment building as Cuba went dark

Most nights, Frank Alfonso sleeps on the roof to escape the suffocating heat during Havana's increasingly frequent blackouts.

Inside one Havana apartment building as Cuba went dark
Arts|Asia|Crime|Entertainment|World

'No way out': Survivors describe deadly Bangkok bar inferno

A survivor of the fire at a Bangkok bar that killed at least 27 people on Sunday night described escaping the blaze by seconds after she stepped out for

'No way out': Survivors describe deadly Bangkok bar inferno
Entertainment|Sports|World

Jannik Sinner keeps evolving his game. Just like Federer, Nadal and Djokovic before him

Jannik Sinner's Wimbledon triumph over Alexander Zverev showcased the new variety in his game

Jannik Sinner keeps evolving his game. Just like Federer, Nadal and Djokovic before him
Arts|Business|Education|Lifestyle|Science|Technology|World

A T. rex found in South Dakota could smash auction records — and possibly disappear forever

A T. rex found in South Dakota could smash auction records — and possibly disappear forever

A T. rex found in South Dakota could smash auction records — and possibly disappear forever
Europe|Political|Technology|World

EU and Britain target Russian intelligence officers over a major cyberspying campaign

The European Union and Britain have imposed sanctions on Russian military intelligence officers, hackers and private companies

EU and Britain target Russian intelligence officers over a major cyberspying campaign
Arts|World

VFW cartoon showing veterans facing a firing squad sparks calls for an investigation

VFW cartoon showing veterans facing a firing squad sparks calls for an investigation

VFW cartoon showing veterans facing a firing squad sparks calls for an investigation
Business|Economy|Political|World

An emboldened India holds out for better terms in US trade talks

India and the U.S. did not reach a consensus on a trade agreement in recent talks, with New Delhi

An emboldened India holds out for better terms in US trade talks
Education|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Children's social media curbs planned across EU, von der Leyen says

By Foo Yun Chee and Bart H.

Children's social media curbs planned across EU, von der Leyen says
Crime|World

‘I’m a dead man walking’: The Ethiopian migrants waiting on Saudi Arabia’s death row

‘I’m a dead man walking’: The Ethiopian migrants waiting on Saudi Arabia’s death row

‘I’m a dead man walking’: The Ethiopian migrants waiting on Saudi Arabia’s death row
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Asian tech firms seeking to follow SK Hynix may find foreign investors more selective

South Korean chipmaker SK Hynix may have had a rousing $26.5 billion U.S. share sale and market debut last week, but that owed

Asian tech firms seeking to follow SK Hynix may find foreign investors more selective
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Global pension funds pull back on FX hedges as dollar woes ease

A solid U.S. dollar rally in 2026, driven by a hawkish Federal Reserve, has found support as global pension funds reverse hedges

Global pension funds pull back on FX hedges as dollar woes ease
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

European shares subdued as oil jumps after US-Iran tensions escalate

European shares were subdued on Monday as investors largely stuck to the sidelines after renewed tensions in the Middle East, while counting

European shares subdued as oil jumps after US-Iran tensions escalate
Africa|Health|World

Congo's Ebola outbreak spreads to two more provinces

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has spread to two more northeastern provinces, Haut-Uele and Tshopo, the country's public health institute said in its

Congo's Ebola outbreak spreads to two more provinces
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Oxford begins first human trial of Bundibugyo Ebola vaccine

The University of Oxford has launched the first human trial of a vaccine against Bundibugyo ebolavirus, seeking to accelerate efforts to combat an outbreak spreading in the

Oxford begins first human trial of Bundibugyo Ebola vaccine
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Trend funds propped up by gold and silver in June, Societe Generale says 

Trend-following hedge funds edged only slightly into negative territory in June, as trades in gold and silver mostly offset losses in crude oil, coffee

Trend funds propped up by gold and silver in June, Societe Generale says 
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Bank of Canada set to hold rates as a rebound in growth offsets inflation worries

The Bank of Canada is expected to keep its key policy rate unchanged at 2.25% on Wednesday, as signs of an easing underlying price pressures give

Bank of Canada set to hold rates as a rebound in growth offsets inflation worries
Political|US|World

Graham and Trump’s unlikely alliance: From opponents to key allies — and golf buddies

Graham and Trump’s unlikely alliance: From opponents to key allies — and golf buddies

Graham and Trump’s unlikely alliance: From opponents to key allies — and golf buddies
Arts|Education|Interview|Lifestyle|Opinion|Political|World

Support for Israel isn't a high priority for younger Jewish Americans, an AP-NORC poll finds

A new AP-NORC poll finds that support for Israel is a key component of the religious identity of many Jewish adults ages 45 and older in the United States, but younger Jewish adults are more likely to prioritize other forms of connection, like celebrating Jewish holidays

Support for Israel isn't a high priority for younger Jewish Americans, an AP-NORC poll finds
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Japan pension pivot seen as a slow burn, not a bond market fire sale

A pivot in Japan's massive retirement assets would likely manifest as a slow redirection of maturing debt rather than a fire sale

Japan pension pivot seen as a slow burn, not a bond market fire sale
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Health|World

New Zealand actor Sam Neill dies aged 78

New Zealand actor Sam Neill died suddenly on Monday aged 78 after recovering from cancer, his family said in a statement on Monday.

New Zealand actor Sam Neill dies aged 78
Crime|Europe|World

Russia says seizes Western-made, AI-powered drones prepared for attacks in Urals, Far East

Russia's Federal Security Service said on Monday that it had seized Western-made, AI-powered FPV drones that had been dropped onto Russian territory by larger Ukrainian

Russia says seizes Western-made, AI-powered drones prepared for attacks in Urals, Far East
Health|Political|World

Rebels in Congo see Ebola as chance to show governing credentials

Congo's AFC/M23 rebels have used a small Ebola outbreak in territory they control to showcase their ability to govern, mounting a response largely

Rebels in Congo see Ebola as chance to show governing credentials
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Technology|World

Stellantis vehicle shipments rise 10% in the second quarter, led by North America

Stellantis said on Monday preliminary second-quarter vehicle shipments rose 10% from a year earlier to nearly 1.6 million units, driven by strong growth in North America,

Stellantis vehicle shipments rise 10% in the second quarter, led by North America
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

China's GDP growth set to slow, raising expectations for more stimulus

China's economy likely slowed in the second quarter after a solid start to the year, as weak domestic demand offset the boost from resilient exports during a

China's GDP growth set to slow, raising expectations for more stimulus
Asia|Crime|World

Bangkok pub fire kills 27, police investigating possible negligence

An explosive fire at a pub in Thailand's capital Bangkok killed 27 people and injured dozens, officials

Bangkok pub fire kills 27, police investigating possible negligence
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Korean Air Q2 profit falls 34% on higher fuel costs, revenue hits record high

Korean Air Lines reported a 34% drop in second-quarter operating profit on Monday, as surging fuel costs weighed on earnings despite the carrier posting record revenue

Korean Air Q2 profit falls 34% on higher fuel costs, revenue hits record high
Crime|Europe|Technology|World

France set to summon Russian ambassador to Paris over alleged cyberattack campaign

France will summon the Russian ambassador to Paris in the coming days over an alleged cyberhacking campaign that Russia has carried out against European countries including

France set to summon Russian ambassador to Paris over alleged cyberattack campaign
Asia|Crime|Political|World

S.Korea court sentences ex-president to 2 years in jail in political funding case, media says

A South Korean court sentenced former President Yoon Suk Yeol to two years in prison on Monday after finding him guilty of illegally receiving opinion polling services worth

S.Korea court sentences ex-president to 2 years in jail in political funding case, media says
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

No EU agreement yet on 21st Russian sanctions package, Kallas says

EU countries have yet to reach agreement on a broad 21st package of sanctions against Russia, but may decide on Monday to add 250 individuals and entities to their Russia sanctions

No EU agreement yet on 21st Russian sanctions package, Kallas says
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Japan has no plans to overhaul pension funds' asset allocation, sources say

Japan has no immediate plans to change target asset allocations of its state pension funds but could work within existing allowable ranges to direct more

Japan has no plans to overhaul pension funds' asset allocation, sources say
Asia|Business|Environment|World

Heavy floods submerge roads, vehicles in northern China

Severe flooding in China's northern Hebei province and northeastern Liaoning province submerged roads and swept away cars, while people swam, paddle-boarded and wake

Heavy floods submerge roads, vehicles in northern China
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Oil swept along on troubled waters

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Wayne Cole.

Oil swept along on troubled waters
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Europe|World

Greece awaits Nolan's 'The Odyssey' with anticipation despite casting controversy

Christopher Nolan’s film adaptation of Homer’s “The Odyssey” opens July 17 amid international anticipation and controversy over its casting

Greece awaits Nolan's 'The Odyssey' with anticipation despite casting controversy
Arts|Crime|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

Is there such a thing as being too old to execute? Aging death row inmates are set to die in Florida

Florida is in the process of executing three of its oldest death row inmates back to back — each one older than the last

Is there such a thing as being too old to execute? Aging death row inmates are set to die in Florida
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Iran expands attacks on Gulf states after US strikes, says Strait of Hormuz closed

U.S. and Iranian forces have exchanged heavy missile and drone assaults, with Tehran targeting U.S.

Iran expands attacks on Gulf states after US strikes, says Strait of Hormuz closed
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

China June exports growth set to cool, but AI demand underpins overall strength

China's exports likely grew at a slightly slower but still-solid pace in June, as firms accelerated shipments to the U.S. ahead of possible new tariffs, rode the AI boom,

China June exports growth set to cool, but AI demand underpins overall strength
MidEast|Political|World

The US launches more strikes on Iran as the standoff over the Strait of Hormuz escalates

The U.S. military has launched several waves of strikes on Iran over Tehran's attack on a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz that set it ablaze and left a crew member missing earlier in the weekend

The US launches more strikes on Iran as the standoff over the Strait of Hormuz escalates
Environment|Europe|Health|Science|World

Europe recorded 10,000 excess deaths during late-June heatwave, data show

European countries reported more than 10,000 excess deaths during the record-breaking heatwave that engulfed the west of the continent in late June,

Europe recorded 10,000 excess deaths during late-June heatwave, data show
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU ministers remain divided over curbing trade with Israeli settlements

By Andrew Gray and Bart H.

EU ministers remain divided over curbing trade with Israeli settlements
Environment|Political|World

Minnesota governor mobilizes National Guard to battle wildfires in northern part of state

By Erwin Seba July 12 - Minnesota Governor Tim Walz mobilized state National Guard troops on Sunday to battle wildfires on the state's northern border with Canada. 

Minnesota governor mobilizes National Guard to battle wildfires in northern part of state
Asia|Crime|Entertainment|World

List of some significant fatal fires in Thailand

An explosive fire at a popular pub in Thailand's capital Bangkok has killed 27 people, with another 22 injured in critical condition, officials said on Monday.

List of some significant fatal fires in Thailand
Crime|Political|World

Houston officials call out lack of federal collaboration after fatal ICE shooting

Houston officials call out lack of federal collaboration after fatal ICE shooting

Houston officials call out lack of federal collaboration after fatal ICE shooting
Sports|World

A tossed shoe leads to late ejection and derails Liberty rally in a 93-91 loss to Toronto

Betnijah Laney-Hamilton was tossed from the New York Liberty’s 93-91 loss to Toronto after she threw a shoe that hit Tempo player Marina Mabrey in the back late in the fourth quarter

A tossed shoe leads to late ejection and derails Liberty rally in a 93-91 loss to Toronto
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|World

China’s 'Green Great Wall' tames desert growth, but scientists warn the fight is not over

For half a century, workers in northern China have been using a technique called "straw checkerboards" to combat desertification

China’s 'Green Great Wall' tames desert growth, but scientists warn the fight is not over
Americas|Asia|Election|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Lindsey Graham remembered for a vision of American foreign policy that’s fading in Washington

NATO allies, Ukraine and Israel have paid tribute to U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham as a friend and advocate of trans-Atlantic ties

Lindsey Graham remembered for a vision of American foreign policy that’s fading in Washington
Education|US|World

Innovation, data fixes fuel Native American graduation gains at federally funded schools

The U.S. agency that oversees dozens of schools serving Native Americans is reporting more on-time high school graduations than ever

Innovation, data fixes fuel Native American graduation gains at federally funded schools
Health|Political|US|World

Sen. Lindsey Graham likely died after aorta tear, medical examiner says

Sen. Lindsey Graham, a close ally of President Donald Trump, has died after a brief illness

Sen. Lindsey Graham likely died after aorta tear, medical examiner says
Health|Political|US|World

McConnell says he is unable to return to US Senate yet

U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell said he will not rejoin the Senate when it returns to work on Monday because he is still recovering from a fall and from pneumonia.

McConnell says he is unable to return to US Senate yet
Business|Economy|World

NZ's Fonterra trims top end of annual milk price forecast on weak demand

New Zealand dairy giant Fonterra on Monday trimmed the top end of its milk price forecast for the 2026/27 season as softer-than-expected demand and robust global supply drag down

NZ's Fonterra trims top end of annual milk price forecast on weak demand
Environment|Europe|Health|World

Spanish wildfires claim 13th victim as British woman, 93, dies of injuries

A British woman has died of injuries sustained in wildfires that swept through Spain's southeastern Almeria province starting on

Spanish wildfires claim 13th victim as British woman, 93, dies of injuries
Health|Political|US|World

McConnell says a fall led to his hospitalization, breaking weeks of silence about health condition

Sen. Mitch McConnell has for the first time revealed what led to his hospitalization

McConnell says a fall led to his hospitalization, breaking weeks of silence about health condition
Europe|Sports|Technology|World

What to know about new rules and technology behind the World Cup's most contentious calls

It was another game-changing moment at the World Cup that had more to do with television replays in a room far away than a moment of brilliance on the field

What to know about new rules and technology behind the World Cup's most contentious calls
Health|US|World

Lindsey Graham, longtime GOP senator and Trump ally, dies at 71 after sudden illness

Lindsey Graham, longtime GOP senator and Trump ally, dies at 71 after sudden illness

Lindsey Graham, longtime GOP senator and Trump ally, dies at 71 after sudden illness
Europe|Sports|World

Zverev hopes he can be more than just 'the third guy' in tennis after run to Wimbledon final

Alexander Zverev is used to being “the third guy” in tennis

Zverev hopes he can be more than just 'the third guy' in tennis after run to Wimbledon final
Health|Political|Science|World

Lindsey Graham's journey from a pool hall to the heights of political power

Lindsey Graham was the garrulous son of South Carolina pool hall owners and he rose to become a prominent senator and fixture on the global stage

Lindsey Graham's journey from a pool hall to the heights of political power
Crime|Political|World

Several people killed in Chile after car driven by navy officer crashes into an open-air market

An off-duty Chilean navy member has crashed a private vehicle into an open-air market in Viña del Mar, killing several people

Several people killed in Chile after car driven by navy officer crashes into an open-air market
Celebrity|Entertainment|Sports|World

Prince William and wife Kate share a moment with Jannik Sinner after his Wimbledon victory

Prince William joined his wife Kate and two of their children for the men’s final at Wimbledon in a star-studded Royal Box that also included actors Dustin Hoffman, Nicole Kidman and Ben Stiller

Prince William and wife Kate share a moment with Jannik Sinner after his Wimbledon victory
Business|Political|Sports|World

Qatar's former ruler Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has died at 74

Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has died at age 74

Qatar's former ruler Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has died at 74
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Jannik Sinner bounces back with another Wimbledon title after his French Open meltdown

Top-ranked Jannik Sinner beat Alexander Zverev 6-7 (7), 7-6 (2), 6-3, 6-4 for his second consecutive Wimbledon title and fifth Grand Slam overall

Jannik Sinner bounces back with another Wimbledon title after his French Open meltdown
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Keystone Pipeline system's operator agrees to pay a $26.9M penalty over a major Kansas oil spill

A proposed legal settlement with the U.S. government would require the Keystone Pipeline system’s operator to pay a civil penalty of nearly $27 million over a major oil spill in Kansas in December 2022

Keystone Pipeline system's operator agrees to pay a $26.9M penalty over a major Kansas oil spill
Election|Finance|Political|World

Israel's election will be held on October 27, coalition head says

Israel is set to hold a national election on October 27, according to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's coalition, its first since Hamas' 2023 attack and the wars that

Israel's election will be held on October 27, coalition head says
Asia|Environment|World

Typhoon Bavi weakens but still brings strong winds and rain to China

Typhoon Bavi has weakened to a tropical storm but it's still bringing strong winds and heavy rain to parts of China

Typhoon Bavi weakens but still brings strong winds and rain to China
Crime|Health|Political|World

Israeli fire in Gaza kills 6 people, including a little girl, health officials say

Israeli fire in Gaza has killed at least six Palestinians, including a 9-year-old girl

Israeli fire in Gaza kills 6 people, including a little girl, health officials say
Political|US|World

From staunch critic to fierce ally: Graham's long, strange and consequential friendship with Trump

Lindsey Graham's relationship with Donald Trump was a roller coaster

From staunch critic to fierce ally: Graham's long, strange and consequential friendship with Trump
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Macron warns of resurgent demons of antisemitism as France honors Alfred Dreyfus

French President Emmanuel Macron is decrying the resurgence of antisemitism in France

Macron warns of resurgent demons of antisemitism as France honors Alfred Dreyfus
Asia|Europe|Sports|World

Haeran Ryu beats Brooke Henderson in playoff to win Evian Championship for 2nd straight major title

Haeran Ryu has birdied the first hole of a playoff with Brooke Henderson to win the Evian Championship for a second straight major title in the space of three weeks

Haeran Ryu beats Brooke Henderson in playoff to win Evian Championship for 2nd straight major title
Sports|World

The World Cup’s final four is set. Here’s what you need to know before the final week

The World Cup’s final four is set. Here’s what you need to know before the final week

The World Cup’s final four is set. Here’s what you need to know before the final week
Health|Sports|World

Brothers who ran 33 marathons to spotlight dementia spend a day in the Royal Box at Wimbledon

British brothers Jordan and Cian Adams ran 33 marathons in 33 days on their mission to raise awareness of frontotemporal dementia or FTD

Brothers who ran 33 marathons to spotlight dementia spend a day in the Royal Box at Wimbledon
Business|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's prime minister steps down as Zelenskyy announces government reshuffle

Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko has stepped down as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced fresh changes to Ukraine’s government

Ukraine's prime minister steps down as Zelenskyy announces government reshuffle
Europe|Technology|World

Germany funds 50,000 strike drones for Ukraine, source says

Germany is funding 50,000 attack drones for Ukraine, a source familiar with the matter said, in an order that marks one of the biggest known purchases

Germany funds 50,000 strike drones for Ukraine, source says
Crime|Health|Political|World

Israeli attacks in Gaza kill six people, including a girl, medics say

Israeli attacks killed at least six people in the Gaza Strip on Sunday, including a 9-year-old girl, Palestinian health officials said, as mediators

Israeli attacks in Gaza kill six people, including a girl, medics say
Americas|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|US|World

American 16-year-old Jordan Lee wins Wimbledon juniors tournament as a qualifier

American 16-year-old Jordan Lee became only the second qualifier to win the Wimbledon boys’ title by rallying to beat Cruz Hewitt 4-6, 6-4, 7-5 on Sunday

American 16-year-old Jordan Lee wins Wimbledon juniors tournament as a qualifier
Europe|Sports|World

McCullum fired as England test coach but will continue with T20 and ODI teams

Brendon McCullum has been fired as coach of England’s test cricket team after four years in charge but will continue to lead the country’s T20 and ODI sides

McCullum fired as England test coach but will continue with T20 and ODI teams
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump says Strait of Hormuz open to commercial traffic

U.S.

Trump says Strait of Hormuz open to commercial traffic
Crime|Europe|Political|World

28-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murdering former UK lawmaker

28-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murdering former UK lawmaker

28-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murdering former UK lawmaker
Americas|Business|Crime|World

2 killed in mass shooting at Canada’s largest Latin street festival in Toronto, police say

2 killed in mass shooting at Canada’s largest Latin street festival in Toronto, police say

2 killed in mass shooting at Canada’s largest Latin street festival in Toronto, police say
Arts|Environment|Science|Sports|Technology|World

World Sailing measures the environmental impact of the sport's Olympic equipment for the first time

The governing body for sailing is looking at how the sport’s Olympic-class equipment is made, used and discarded, to eventually make changes that will reduce its environmental impact

World Sailing measures the environmental impact of the sport's Olympic equipment for the first time
Europe|Interview|Lifestyle|Travel|World

‘We wanted to try something new’: This US family moved to Italy sight unseen nine years ago and never looked back

‘We wanted to try something new’: This US family moved to Italy sight unseen nine years ago and never looked back

‘We wanted to try something new’: This US family moved to Italy sight unseen nine years ago and never looked back
Business|Entertainment|Sports|Technology|World

Soccer-SoFi Stadium's World Cup run boosts confidence ahead of Super Bowl, LA Olympics

After a month of World Cup crowds, a

Soccer-SoFi Stadium's World Cup run boosts confidence ahead of Super Bowl, LA Olympics
World

South China Sea joint statement says China's maritime claims have no basis

China's expansive maritime claims in the South China Sea have no legal basis, Japan, the Philippines, the United States and 11 other countries said in a joint statement on

South China Sea joint statement says China's maritime claims have no basis
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy dismisses Prime Minister Svyrydenko after only a year

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Sunday he planned to replace Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko after only a year in office, triggering the

Ukraine's Zelenskiy dismisses Prime Minister Svyrydenko after only a year
Crime|Europe|Political|World

No evidence of political motive in murder of former UK minister Widdecombe, police say

There is no evidence that the suspected murder of former British government minister Ann Widdecombe was politically

No evidence of political motive in murder of former UK minister Widdecombe, police say
Crime|Political|World

Myanmar tells ASEAN 'sister' Aung San Suu Kyi will be looked after, envoy says

The Southeast Asian bloc ASEAN was told on Sunday by Myanmar's foreign minister that detained former leader Aung San Suu Kyi was "a sister" who was in

Myanmar tells ASEAN 'sister' Aung San Suu Kyi will be looked after, envoy says
World

Iran war heats up while US weapon stocks remain depleted, risking military’s ability to fight future wars

Iran war heats up while US weapon stocks remain depleted, risking military’s ability to fight future wars

Iran war heats up while US weapon stocks remain depleted, risking military’s ability to fight future wars
Political|US|World

Israeli officials offer their condolences after death of US Senator Lindsey Graham

Israel's prime minister and other leading officials offered their condolences on Sunday for the death of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham, saying they had lost a dear friend.

Israeli officials offer their condolences after death of US Senator Lindsey Graham
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Lindsey Graham, pivotal US Republican senator, dies suddenly at 71

U.S.

Lindsey Graham, pivotal US Republican senator, dies suddenly at 71
Business|Economy|Political|World

Iraqi prime minister to visit Washington on Monday; oil and gas deals expected

Iraq's prime minister will visit Washington on Monday to deepen strategic ties with the United States, with oil and gas deals expected to be signed as part of a broader

Iraqi prime minister to visit Washington on Monday; oil and gas deals expected
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Egypt's January-March current account deficit widens to $5.1 billion

Egypt's current account deficit more than doubled to $5.1 billion in the January-March quarter from $2.3 billion a year earlier, central bank data showed on Sunday.

Egypt's January-March current account deficit widens to $5.1 billion
Crime|Environment|Europe|World

Son of Belgian wildfire victim disputes Spanish officials' account of warnings

The son of a Belgian man who perished in Spanish wildfiresdisputed authorities' claims that

Son of Belgian wildfire victim disputes Spanish officials' account of warnings
Business|Economy|Political|World

Former Qatar ruler Sheikh Hamad, a moderniser who seized power, has died

Qatar's former emir, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani, a sweeping moderniser who seized power in 1995 and broke with tradition to hand it over to his son 18

Former Qatar ruler Sheikh Hamad, a moderniser who seized power, has died
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Typhoon Bavi batters eastern China, threatens days of heavy rain

Typhoon Bavi, the most powerful storm to strike mainland China this year, brought heavy rain to the eastern coast on Sunday

Typhoon Bavi batters eastern China, threatens days of heavy rain
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Volkswagen CEO looks to avoid plant closures as automaker moves to cut costs

Volkswagen’s CEO has indicated that he’s trying to avoid closing plants as he seeks to turn around the automaker’s performance

Volkswagen CEO looks to avoid plant closures as automaker moves to cut costs
Business|Sports|World

Former emir of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, dies at 74

Qatar's former emir, who revolutionised Qatar out of its Bedouin background to a regional powerhouse, has died at the age of 74, the nation's Amiri Diwan, its top government

Former emir of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, dies at 74
Business|Health|Travel|World

2 Indian tourists are in critical condition after Vietnam boat capsizes, killing 15

Vietnamese police have detained the captain of a speedboat that capsized off southern Vietnam, killing 15 Indian tourists

2 Indian tourists are in critical condition after Vietnam boat capsizes, killing 15
Business|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Focus turns to building stronger institutions in Africa to speed shift to renewable energy

Africa’s renewable energy transition is entering a new phase as the continent shifts from proving that clean energy works to building the institutions needed to deploy it at scale

Focus turns to building stronger institutions in Africa to speed shift to renewable energy
Americas|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Argentina survives Switzerland to set up a box-office showdown with England in the World Cup semifinal

Argentina survives Switzerland to set up a box-office showdown with England in the World Cup semifinal

Argentina survives Switzerland to set up a box-office showdown with England in the World Cup semifinal
World

14 nations and the EU reaffirm 2016 ruling invalidating China's claims in South China Sea

The United States, the United Kingdom and a dozen other Western and Asian countries have reasserted that China’s expansive claims in the South China Sea are illegal

14 nations and the EU reaffirm 2016 ruling invalidating China's claims in South China Sea
Business|Economy|World

Ford, Canada's Unifor reach tentative deal on labor contract

(This July 11 story has been repeated with no changes to the text.)

Ford, Canada's Unifor reach tentative deal on labor contract
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Japan to push its massive pension fund to boost alternative investments, Nikkei says

Japan aims to raise the ratio of unlisted shares, real estate and other alternative investments in the portfolio of the Government Pension Investment Fund, the world's

Japan to push its massive pension fund to boost alternative investments, Nikkei says
Sports|World

Alvarez’s 112th-minute goal helps lift Argentina past Switzerland 3-1 and into World Cup semifinals

Julián Alvarez has sent Argentina into the World Cup semifinals with a stunning long-range strike in extra time against Switzerland

Alvarez’s 112th-minute goal helps lift Argentina past Switzerland 3-1 and into World Cup semifinals
Americas|Europe|Sports|World

Lionel Messi’s World Cup scoring streak ends, but his assist sparks Argentina’s win over Switzerland

Lionel Messi's World Cup scoring streak ended against Switzerland on Saturday, but he still made an impact with an assist in Argentina's 3-1 victory

Lionel Messi’s World Cup scoring streak ends, but his assist sparks Argentina’s win over Switzerland
Sports|World

England goes through to the World Cup semifinal after Jude Bellingham inspires a 2-1 win over Norway

England goes through to the World Cup semifinal after Jude Bellingham inspires a 2-1 win over Norway

England goes through to the World Cup semifinal after Jude Bellingham inspires a 2-1 win over Norway
Asia|Business|Environment|Finance|Science|World

Typhoon Bavi makes landfall in eastern China as more than 1 million are evacuated

China’s national weather center says Typhoon Bavi has made landfall in the eastern province of Zhejiang and is expected to gradually weaken

Typhoon Bavi makes landfall in eastern China as more than 1 million are evacuated
Business|Crime|Entertainment|World

Toronto active shooter incident leaves 5 people injured, 2 dead, police say

Five people were injured and two were pronounced dead following an active shooter incident in Toronto on Saturday, according to a police emergency alert on X.

Toronto active shooter incident leaves 5 people injured, 2 dead, police say
Americas|Crime|Entertainment|World

Shooting near Toronto street festival kills 2 people and wounds 4, police say

A shooting near a Toronto street festival killed two men and wounded four other people

Shooting near Toronto street festival kills 2 people and wounds 4, police say
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Malaysia PM's coalition routed by key partner in Johor state poll, testing federal ties

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's coalition suffered a crushing defeat to a key partner in a regional poll on Saturday, raising questions

Malaysia PM's coalition routed by key partner in Johor state poll, testing federal ties
Americas|Europe|Sports|World

Bellingham scores twice to lift England past Haaland and Norway 2-1 and into World Cup semifinals

Jude Bellingham scored in extra time to lift England past Norway 2-1 and into the World Cup semifinals for the first time since 2018

Bellingham scores twice to lift England past Haaland and Norway 2-1 and into World Cup semifinals
Entertainment|Sports|US|World

'Ted Lasso' stars bring World Cup fever to Kansas City as Argentina faces Switzerland

Lionel Messi and Argentina are playing for a World Cup semifinal spot in Kansas City, Missouri, and Jason Sudeikis is paying attention

'Ted Lasso' stars bring World Cup fever to Kansas City as Argentina faces Switzerland
Entertainment|Sports|World

Soccer-World Cup reflects growing US appetite for soccer, 'Ted Lasso' creators say

The idea that soccer is not popular in the U.S. is "a little bit overstated" and the World Cup has helped prove it, "Ted Lasso" co-creator

Soccer-World Cup reflects growing US appetite for soccer, 'Ted Lasso' creators say
Sports|World

Erling Haaland neutralized by England and subbed off late as Norway's World Cup run ends

Erling Haaland’s day ended earlier than many expected

Erling Haaland neutralized by England and subbed off late as Norway's World Cup run ends
Business|Crime|Political|World

Mexican builder fatally shot by an ICE officer is mourned after making a life in the US

The builder got up every morning long before dawn, left home to pick up his construction crew and then headed out to work on yet another house somewhere across the sprawl of Houston

Mexican builder fatally shot by an ICE officer is mourned after making a life in the US
Americas|Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Wrobleski becomes 6th Dodgers All-Star, Peters of White Sox and Griffin of Nats also added

Left-hander Justin Wrobleski became the sixth member of the World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers on the National League All-Star roster and Chicago outfielder Tristan Peters was added to the American League squad, a day after becoming the seventh White Sox player to hit for the cycle

Wrobleski becomes 6th Dodgers All-Star, Peters of White Sox and Griffin of Nats also added
Sports|Travel|World

Soccer-From Algerian fervour to Oranje march, World Cup transforms Kansas City

As Kansas City prepared to bring the curtain down on its World Cup on Saturday, local organisers were already reflecting on a month that put the

Soccer-From Algerian fervour to Oranje march, World Cup transforms Kansas City
MidEast|Political|World

US military says it is striking Iran in response to attack on civilian vessel in Strait of Hormuz

Iran says it again considers the Strait of Hormuz closed after a vessel using an ‘unauthorized route’ was struck by a warning shot in the critical waterway — potentially further menacing the already tenuous ceasefire agreement with the United States

US military says it is striking Iran in response to attack on civilian vessel in Strait of Hormuz
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says Ukraine officials will be held accountable for weapons store

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Saturday that officials who allowed weapons warehouses to operate in a residential area outside Kyiv where explosions killed 10

Zelenskiy says Ukraine officials will be held accountable for weapons store
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Trump suggests a standing order to attack Iran if it assassinates him. But Vance would make the call

President Donald Trump says he's ordered the U.S. military to destroy Iran if he were to be assassinated

Trump suggests a standing order to attack Iran if it assassinates him. But Vance would make the call
Europe|Political|World

Russian strikes kill eight, wound dozens, Ukraine's Zelenskiy seeks faster weapons deliveries

Russia launched missile and drone attacks on Ukraine on Saturday, killing eight people and wounding dozens more, officials said, as President Volodymyr

Russian strikes kill eight, wound dozens, Ukraine's Zelenskiy seeks faster weapons deliveries
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US Postal Service raises stamp price to 82 cents

The cash-strapped U.S. Postal Service will raise the price of stamps for mailing a first-class letter to ‌82 cents from 78 cents, effective Sunday.

US Postal Service raises stamp price to 82 cents
Arts|Political|US|World

Democrat announces whistleblower allegations of construction problems at Kennedy Center

A Democratic senator says whistleblowers have alleged numerous problems with rushed reconstruction of the Kennedy Center

Democrat announces whistleblower allegations of construction problems at Kennedy Center
Environment|Sports|Travel|World

Heat and humidity make World Cup quarterfinal challenge for Norway, England even tougher

Norway and England both had South Florida heat to worry about in their World Cup quarterfinal clash in Miami Gardens

Heat and humidity make World Cup quarterfinal challenge for Norway, England even tougher
Crime|Environment|Travel|US|Videos|World

Missouri flooding leaves one dead, while rescuers helicopter more than 200 to safety at summer camp

A woman has been found dead in Missouri after heavy rainfall battered parts of the state, forcing numerous emergency rescues and evacuations

Missouri flooding leaves one dead, while rescuers helicopter more than 200 to safety at summer camp
World

Erling Haaland is Norway's World Cup machine — and the internet's babygirl

Erling Haaland has become a social media sensation during the World Cup

Erling Haaland is Norway's World Cup machine — and the internet's babygirl
Sports|World

Argentine Antonio Rattín, whose dismissal in the 1966 World Cup prompted a rules change, dies at 84

Renowned Argentine soccer player Antonio Rattín has died at 84, the country's soccer federation announced

Argentine Antonio Rattín, whose dismissal in the 1966 World Cup prompted a rules change, dies at 84
Economy|Environment|Sports|Travel|World

This summer ski destination in the Andes isn’t getting enough snow

This summer ski destination in the Andes isn’t getting enough snow

This summer ski destination in the Andes isn’t getting enough snow
Europe|Sports|World

Stones, Guehi in England lineup against Man City teammate and Norway star Haaland

John Stones has returned to England’s starting lineup for its World Cup quarterfinal against Norway

Stones, Guehi in England lineup against Man City teammate and Norway star Haaland
Environment|Europe|World

Hundreds of firefighters battle wildfire in southern Spain that killed at least 12

Firefighters in Spain are battling one of the country's deadliest wildfires, which has killed at least 12 people

Hundreds of firefighters battle wildfire in southern Spain that killed at least 12
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Democratic congressman says he was detained by the Israeli military and settlers in the West Bank

A congressman says he was detained by Israeli settlers and then the Israeli military as he toured the West Bank

Democratic congressman says he was detained by the Israeli military and settlers in the West Bank
Arts|Europe|Sports|World

Noskova's glimpse of Wimbledon trophies on bathroom break helped her regroup to claim 1st Grand Slam

Linda Noskova is the latest in a long line of Czech women to win Wimbledon

Noskova's glimpse of Wimbledon trophies on bathroom break helped her regroup to claim 1st Grand Slam
Crime|MidEast|World

Israeli settlers attack journalists, including CNN, on the anniversary of deadly West Bank beating

Israeli settlers attack journalists, including CNN, on the anniversary of deadly West Bank beating

Israeli settlers attack journalists, including CNN, on the anniversary of deadly West Bank beating
Crime|Political|Technology|World

New York Times reporters are subpoenaed after Air Force One stories, raising press freedom concerns

The Department of Justice confirms that it's subpoenaed New York Times journalists after they reported on security concerns involving the new, Qatari-gifted Air Force One

New York Times reporters are subpoenaed after Air Force One stories, raising press freedom concerns
Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|World

For these children, the earthquakes in Venezuela changed everything

For these children, the earthquakes in Venezuela changed everything

For these children, the earthquakes in Venezuela changed everything
Business|Europe|Technology|Travel|World

Ryanair passenger partially sucked out of window on flight from Greece

A passenger was partially sucked through a dislodged window on a Ryanair Boeing 737 flight shortly after

Ryanair passenger partially sucked out of window on flight from Greece
Health|Political|US|World

Trump revives praise for his health, cognitive test in post about May physical

U.S.

Trump revives praise for his health, cognitive test in post about May physical
Economy|Environment|Science|World

Venezuela quakes have killed 4,333, injured 16,740, National Assembly president says

The death toll from the two earthquakes that struck Venezuela on June 24 has risen to 4,333, National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez told reporters on Saturday,

Venezuela quakes have killed 4,333, injured 16,740, National Assembly president says
Crime|Political|US|World

Judge tosses remnants of Proud Boys seditious conspiracy case after Trump's broad clemency

A federal judge has dismissed the remnants of the government’s landmark case against far-right Proud Boys members who were convicted of seditious conspiracy

Judge tosses remnants of Proud Boys seditious conspiracy case after Trump's broad clemency
Africa|Crime|Education|World

Students abducted in May by Islamic militants in Nigeria are rescued, government says

The Nigerian government has announced the rescue of students abducted by militants in Oyo state in May

Students abducted in May by Islamic militants in Nigeria are rescued, government says
Europe|Sports|World

Germany officials confident Klopp will be next national team coach

Germany’s soccer federation says it has held talks with Jurgen Klopp and both sides are confident he will take over as national team coach after the country’s disappointing exit from the World Cup

Germany officials confident Klopp will be next national team coach
Arts|Celebrity|Europe|Sports|World

Princess Kate watches Wimbledon women's final in Royal Box with Jodie Foster and Olympian Eileen Gu

Kate, the Princess of Wales, returned to Wimbledon for the women’s final between Linda Noskova and Karolina Muchova on Saturday as part of a Royal Box contingent that included tennis greats Martina Navratilova and Billie Jean King

Princess Kate watches Wimbledon women's final in Royal Box with Jodie Foster and Olympian Eileen Gu
Crime|Entertainment|Sports|US|World

A July 4 boat trip, an 18-year-old's death and a family's search for answers in the Deep South

A week ago, 18-year-old Nolan Xavier Wells took a boat trip with friends to celebrate the Fourth of July on an island off Mississippi’s Gulf Coast

A July 4 boat trip, an 18-year-old's death and a family's search for answers in the Deep South
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

America In Focus: Fed officials divided on US inflation views; US home prices hit all-time high

The Federal Reserve’s rate-setting committee is split over whether inflation is likely to stay elevated or whether it will cool once the Iran war winds down, according to minutes released Wednesday

America In Focus: Fed officials divided on US inflation views; US home prices hit all-time high
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Why everyone loves Erling Haaland, Norway’s giant blonde striker

Why everyone loves Erling Haaland, Norway’s giant blonde striker

Why everyone loves Erling Haaland, Norway’s giant blonde striker
Africa|Sports|World

South Africa World Cup midfielder Jayden Adams dies at the age of 25

South Africa midfielder Jayden Adams has died

South Africa World Cup midfielder Jayden Adams dies at the age of 25
Asia|Business|Europe|Sports|World

Haeran Ryu sets an LPGA major record with a 60 to build a 3-shot lead at the Evian Championship

Haeran Ryu is in the LPGA record book with the lowest round in a major at 60

Haeran Ryu sets an LPGA major record with a 60 to build a 3-shot lead at the Evian Championship
Sports|World

Soccer-South Africa World Cup midfielder Adams dies aged 25

South Africa international midfielder Jayden Adams, who featured in all three of his side's group stage games at the 2026 World Cup, has died, the country's

Soccer-South Africa World Cup midfielder Adams dies aged 25
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian attacks kill 6 and wound 29 as Ukrainian forces target oil tankers

New Russian attacks on Ukraine have killed six people, including a child, and wounded 29

Russian attacks kill 6 and wound 29 as Ukrainian forces target oil tankers
Economy|Political|US|World

US seeks free Hormuz access from Iran as talks focus on strait

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi and his Omani counterpart on Saturday discussed arrangements for the safe passage of

US seeks free Hormuz access from Iran as talks focus on strait
Business|Economy|World

Russia eyes mid-July start for commercial logistics hub at Syrian port, officials say

Russia hopes by mid-July to have a commercial logistics hub up and running in one of two berths at the naval base it leases in the Syrian port of Tartous,

Russia eyes mid-July start for commercial logistics hub at Syrian port, officials say
Environment|World

Floods in Bangladesh kill 44, leave over a million stranded

Floods and landslides triggered by days of torrential monsoon rain have killed at least 44 people in southeastern Bangladesh and left over a million stranded as authorities

Floods in Bangladesh kill 44, leave over a million stranded
Crime|Europe|World

UK police arrest man on suspicion of killing former minister Widdecombe

British police said on Saturday that a 28-year-old man has been arrested in South Yorkshire on suspicion of murdering former British government

UK police arrest man on suspicion of killing former minister Widdecombe
Business|Environment|Europe|World

British couple saved from Spanish ravine after deadly wildfire

A British couple visiting Almeria on holiday were found down a ravine, semi-conscious and badly burned, by police who were out searching for survivors of the deadly

British couple saved from Spanish ravine after deadly wildfire
Crime|Travel|World

A boat capsizes in southern Vietnam and kills 15 Indian tourists not far from shore

A boat has capsized in southern Vietnam, killing 15 Indian tourists less than half a kilometer from shore

A boat capsizes in southern Vietnam and kills 15 Indian tourists not far from shore
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|World

Major German carmakers hit by steep China sales plunge as competition heats up

Major German carmakers are experiencing sharp quarterly sales declines in China, the world's biggest auto market

Major German carmakers hit by steep China sales plunge as competition heats up
Environment|Europe|Health|Science|World

Heat and fire generate overlapping problems for much of southern Europe

Heat and fire generate overlapping problems for much of southern Europe

Heat and fire generate overlapping problems for much of southern Europe
Health|Science|World

US citizen tests positive for Ebola in Congo

A US citizen working for a humanitarian organization in Congo has tested positive for the Ebola virus, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said, as the Central African country struggles to contain the swelling outbreak

US citizen tests positive for Ebola in Congo
Education|Environment|Health|World

Teen Venezuela quake survivor mourns her 'young forever' friends

Maria Alejandra Sanz turned away when she heard rescue workers had pulled the lifeless body of one of her best friends from the rubble of a

Teen Venezuela quake survivor mourns her 'young forever' friends
MidEast|Political|World

US Democrat Ro Khanna detained by Israeli settlers during West Bank visit

U.S.

US Democrat Ro Khanna detained by Israeli settlers during West Bank visit
Health|Science|World

US citizen working in DRC tests positive for Ebola

As the number of confirmed Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo surpasses 1,800, an American working for a humanitarian group has tested positive for the virus. The CDC said it is working with the patient's employing organization to help prevent further transmission and identify high-risk contacts.

US citizen working in DRC tests positive for Ebola
Europe|Sports|World

Inside the culture that makes Norway so good at sports

Inside the culture that makes Norway so good at sports

Inside the culture that makes Norway so good at sports
Crime|World

Iran's supreme leader pledges revenge for slain father and predecessor

A written statement from Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei threatened vengeance for the death of his predecessor and father on Saturday, but added that it would

Iran's supreme leader pledges revenge for slain father and predecessor
Business|Europe|Political|World

Moldova's president nominates Vasile Tofan as prime minister

Moldova's pro-European President Maia Sandu has nominated 44-year-old financier Vasile Tofan to be the country's prime minister, Sandu told a press

Moldova's president nominates Vasile Tofan as prime minister
Asia|Environment|World

Typhoon Bavi makes landfall in eastern China's Taizhou after nearly 2 million evacuated

Typhoon Bavi made landfall late on Saturday in the coastal city of Taizhou in eastern China, where nearly 2 million people

Typhoon Bavi makes landfall in eastern China's Taizhou after nearly 2 million evacuated
Economy|MidEast|Political|World

The view from Tehran: Anger and vengeance in the air as Iran buries its longest-serving leader

The view from Tehran: Anger and vengeance in the air as Iran buries its longest-serving leader

The view from Tehran: Anger and vengeance in the air as Iran buries its longest-serving leader
Environment|World

1 dead, hundreds rescued in southeastern Missouri as 1-in-1,000-year rainfall triggers catastrophic flooding

1 dead, hundreds rescued in southeastern Missouri as 1-in-1,000-year rainfall triggers catastrophic flooding

1 dead, hundreds rescued in southeastern Missouri as 1-in-1,000-year rainfall triggers catastrophic flooding
Business|Crime|Europe|World

Businessman who sold land for Kushner resort in Albania suspected of faking the deeds

(This July 11 story has been repeated with no changes to the text.)

Businessman who sold land for Kushner resort in Albania suspected of faking the deeds
Travel|World

Twice-rejected American cruise puts spotlight on rollback of LGBTQ rights, passengers say

Twice-rejected American cruise puts spotlight on rollback of LGBTQ rights, passengers say

Twice-rejected American cruise puts spotlight on rollback of LGBTQ rights, passengers say
Arts|Business|Economy|Sports|Technology|World

Did Cristiano Ronaldo cry? The hotly debated answer cost millions of dollars

Did Cristiano Ronaldo cry? The hotly debated answer cost millions of dollars

Did Cristiano Ronaldo cry? The hotly debated answer cost millions of dollars
Asia|Environment|World

China evacuates over one million as Typhoon Bavi nears

China evacuated more than 1.8 million people on Saturday as Typhoon Bavi churned toward the the major eastern city of

China evacuates over one million as Typhoon Bavi nears
Africa|Health|World

US citizen working in DR Congo tests positive for Ebola

US citizen working in DR Congo tests positive for Ebola

US citizen working in DR Congo tests positive for Ebola
Health|World

US citizen in Congo tests positive for Ebola virus, US CDC says

A U.S. citizen working for a humanitarian organization in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has tested positive for the Bundibugyo Ebola virus, the U.S. CDC said on Friday.

US citizen in Congo tests positive for Ebola virus, US CDC says
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Finance|World

Oregon drops motion to delay Paramount-Warner Bros deal

(This July 10 story has been repeated with no changes to the text.)

Oregon drops motion to delay Paramount-Warner Bros deal
Political|US|World

Trump says missiles aimed at Iran if Tehran targets US president

U.S.

Trump says missiles aimed at Iran if Tehran targets US president
Asia|Political|World

North Korea condemns NATO summit, says denuclearisation should start with US allies

North Korea condemned the United States and its allies on Saturday for what it called strengthening military blocs and accelerating arms buildups after a NATO summit this

North Korea condemns NATO summit, says denuclearisation should start with US allies
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

US, Canada strike deal on tolls to let new bridge open on July 27

A new $4.7-billion bridge connecting Detroit and Windsor, Ontario, which President Donald Trump threatened to block, is set to open

US, Canada strike deal on tolls to let new bridge open on July 27
Crime|US|World

Judge grants Trump admin’s request to dismiss January 6 case against Proud Boys

Judge grants Trump admin’s request to dismiss January 6 case against Proud Boys

Judge grants Trump admin’s request to dismiss January 6 case against Proud Boys
Election|Political|US|World

Graham Platner has formally withdrawn from the Maine Senate race. Here’s what we know about the process to replace him

Graham Platner has formally withdrawn from the Maine Senate race. Here’s what we know about the process to replace him

Graham Platner has formally withdrawn from the Maine Senate race. Here’s what we know about the process to replace him
Political|Sports|World

Soccer-England's Kane confirms golf outing with Trump, praises president's game

England captain Harry Kane has confirmed he once played golf with U.S. President Donald Trump, describing the experience as "surreal" and praising the president's game.

Soccer-England's Kane confirms golf outing with Trump, praises president's game
Business|Entertainment|Sports|World

WNBA regular-season record crowd of 20,996 watches Wings beat Tempo in Montreal

Paige Bueckers scored 34 points and the Dallas Wings beat the expansion Toronto Tempo 108-95 on Friday night in front of a WNBA regular-season record crowd of 20,996 at Bell Centre

WNBA regular-season record crowd of 20,996 watches Wings beat Tempo in Montreal
Crime|Election|Political|US|World

US, Latin American allies urge against casting doubt on Colombia's electoral process

The United States and a group of countries in Latin America said on Friday they had "deep concern" about statements and actions that cast doubt on the

US, Latin American allies urge against casting doubt on Colombia's electoral process
Business|Political|US|World

US acting spy chief announces new round of staff reductions

Acting U.S.

US acting spy chief announces new round of staff reductions
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

New Zealand, India upgrade ties as PM Modi visits Auckland

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his New Zealand counterpart Christopher Luxon upgraded their nations' diplomatic ties on Saturday, as Modi seeks to bolster New

New Zealand, India upgrade ties as PM Modi visits Auckland
Crime|Environment|Europe|World

Wildfire devastates an expat community in southern Spain, killing at least 12 with 23 missing

A wildfire has devastated a remote community in southern Spain, killing at least 12 people

Wildfire devastates an expat community in southern Spain, killing at least 12 with 23 missing
Science|Technology|World

Japan's space agency conducts first test flight for experimental reusable rocket

Japan has conducted a first test flight for its reusable rocket

Japan's space agency conducts first test flight for experimental reusable rocket
Election|Political|US|World

Trump officials sought ways to sidestep election agency before firings, sources say

The White House spent months looking for ways to bypass a federal election agency and use emergency powers to force changes to voting

Trump officials sought ways to sidestep election agency before firings, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

US activist investors must disclose clients in filings, SEC says

Activist investors in the U.S. must disclose the identities of their clients in regulatory filings, the Securities and Exchange Commission said in

US activist investors must disclose clients in filings, SEC says
Crime|Election|Political|US|World

Platner formally withdraws from Maine Senate race and Democrats announce process to name new nominee

Graham Platner has submitted his paperwork to formally withdraw from Maine’s U.S. Senate race, officially ending an upstart yet troubled campaign whose dissolution threatens Democrats’ pursuit of chamber control

Platner formally withdraws from Maine Senate race and Democrats announce process to name new nominee
Environment|Political|Science|World

Trump administration opens endangered species’ habitats to development, reversing 50 years of environmental law

Trump administration opens endangered species’ habitats to development, reversing 50 years of environmental law

Trump administration opens endangered species’ habitats to development, reversing 50 years of environmental law
Economy|Political|World

US insists Iran commit to stopping attacks in Hormuz strait, say US officials

The United States is demanding that Iran publicly state it will stop attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz and that all lanes in the strait will be

US insists Iran commit to stopping attacks in Hormuz strait, say US officials
Crime|Political|US|World

DOJ says white supremacist charged after threats to US lawmaker, Muslims and transgender people

A self-identified white supremacist in Pennsylvania was indicted by a federal grand jury after he threatened violence against a member of Congress,

DOJ says white supremacist charged after threats to US lawmaker, Muslims and transgender people
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Cuba's power grid fails for second time this week, plunging country into darkness

Cuba's national electrical grid collapsed on Friday in the second nationwide outage this week and the fourth this year

Cuba's power grid fails for second time this week, plunging country into darkness
Business|Crime|Lifestyle|US|World

Charlie Kirk's widow views video she requested of husband's alleged killer

Erika Kirk was allowed on Friday to watch surveillance video, as she had requested, that prosecutors say shows the Utah man accused of killing her husband, right-wing

Charlie Kirk's widow views video she requested of husband's alleged killer
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World

Trump administration rule weakens protections for threatened species

The Trump administration finalized a major change on Friday to how threatened species are considered in agency actions, removing regulatory language aimed at preventing damage to

Trump administration rule weakens protections for threatened species
Economy|Political|World

Malaysians in Johor state go to the polls in test of unity for PM Anwar's coalition

Voters in Malaysia's southern state of Johor will cast their ballots on Saturday in a regional election that could test the unity of Prime Minister

Malaysians in Johor state go to the polls in test of unity for PM Anwar's coalition
Crime|Entertainment|Sports|World

Family of Mississippi teen who died after July 4 trip call for transparency and deeper investigation

The family of a Mississippi 18-year-old who was found dead after a July 4 boat trip with friends to an island off the Gulf Coast called for a deeper investigation and for greater transparency at a news conference Friday with the Rev. Al Sharpton and noted civil rights attorney Ben Crump

Family of Mississippi teen who died after July 4 trip call for transparency and deeper investigation
Americas|Europe|Sports|World

Belgium finally ends Unai Simón’s 650-minute World Cup shutout streak in quarterfinals

Unai Simón's impressive World Cup scoreless streak has ended

Belgium finally ends Unai Simón’s 650-minute World Cup shutout streak in quarterfinals
Business|Europe|Health|Travel|World

Fellow passengers pull back man partly sucked out of broken window on a flight from Greece

A passenger on board a flight from Greece to Germany was partially sucked out of a window when it broke soon after takeoff

Fellow passengers pull back man partly sucked out of broken window on a flight from Greece
Election|World

Trump administration ties states' anti-terrorism grants to election security

The U.S.

Trump administration ties states' anti-terrorism grants to election security
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Occidental's quarterly realized oil prices jump amid Iran war disruption

Shale producer Occidental Petroleum said in a filing on Friday its worldwide average realized oil prices rose 38.4% in the second quarter compared with the previous three months,

Occidental's quarterly realized oil prices jump amid Iran war disruption
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

US issues fresh Iran-related sanctions as conflict flares

The U.S. issued new Iran-related sanctions on Friday targeting a key financier for Iran's new Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei and 13 other

US issues fresh Iran-related sanctions as conflict flares
Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Opinion|Political|Science|Sports|Technology|US|World

New York Times countersues US employment agency over DEI lawsuit

The New York Times in a court filing on Friday accused the U.S.

New York Times countersues US employment agency over DEI lawsuit
Crime|Election|Political|World

Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner formally withdraws from race

Maine Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner has officially withdrawn from the state's U.S.

Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner formally withdraws from race
Business|Finance|Political|World

US demands Iran publicly state that Strait of Hormuz is open and Tehran won't attack ships anymore

The U.S. is demanding that Iran make a public statement saying the Strait of Hormuz is open and that ships crossing the vital corridor won’t be attacked anymore

US demands Iran publicly state that Strait of Hormuz is open and Tehran won't attack ships anymore
Arts|Political|Technology|World

The newest Air Force One is flying, but is it ready to deal with all the threats a president faces?

The newest Air Force One is flying, but is it ready to deal with all the threats a president faces?

The newest Air Force One is flying, but is it ready to deal with all the threats a president faces?
Sports|World

Spain’s late winning goal breaks Belgian hearts to seal World Cup semifinal spot

Spain’s late winning goal breaks Belgian hearts to seal World Cup semifinal spot

Spain’s late winning goal breaks Belgian hearts to seal World Cup semifinal spot
Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|US|World

Nolan Wells’ body was found after a July 4 boat trip. His death has fueled speculation, grief and racial tension

Nolan Wells’ body was found after a July 4 boat trip. His death has fueled speculation, grief and racial tension

Nolan Wells’ body was found after a July 4 boat trip. His death has fueled speculation, grief and racial tension
Americas|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Mikel Merino stars again as Spain edges Belgium 2-1 in the World Cup quarterfinals

Mikel Merino scored in the 88th minute off a rebound yielded by backup Belgium goalkeeper Senne Lammens, and Spain advanced to the World Cup semifinals with a 2-1 victory

Mikel Merino stars again as Spain edges Belgium 2-1 in the World Cup quarterfinals
Crime|Sports|US|World

The Latest: US demands Iran guarantee Strait of Hormuz is open and stop attacks, officials say

Senior U.S. officials are demanding that Iran’s leadership publicly state that ship traffic in the Strait of Hormuz has been fully restored

The Latest: US demands Iran guarantee Strait of Hormuz is open and stop attacks, officials say
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Global oil demand is dropping, but US drivers keep buying more gas

Global oil demand is set to decline this year for the first time since 2020

Global oil demand is dropping, but US drivers keep buying more gas
Africa|Crime|Education|World

Nigeria rescues schoolchildren, teachers abducted in Oyo, presidency says

At least 39 schoolchildren and six teachers kidnapped by gunmen in Nigeria's southwestern Oyo state nearly two months ago have been rescued by security forces, a

Nigeria rescues schoolchildren, teachers abducted in Oyo, presidency says
Business|Crime|Environment|Lifestyle|Political|World

Witnesses to fatal Houston ICE shooting challenge agency's account, lawyer says

Three men who witnessed the killing of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo by a U.S. agent in Houston on Tuesday have challenged

Witnesses to fatal Houston ICE shooting challenge agency's account, lawyer says
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine creates 'long-range' command to step up strikes on Russia

Ukraine is setting up a "long-range impact" command within its armed forces, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said, as Kyiv's campaign against Russian energy and

Ukraine creates 'long-range' command to step up strikes on Russia
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump says US agreed to Iran's request to continue talks, but ceasefire is over

President Donald Trump said on Friday that the United States and Iran had agreed to continue talks despite a recent escalation

Trump says US agreed to Iran's request to continue talks, but ceasefire is over
Americas|Crime|World

Family demands answers in death of young Black man in Mississippi

A mother on Friday pleaded for anyone to come forward with information about what happened to her son, a

Family demands answers in death of young Black man in Mississippi
World

US pain at the pump worsens after more US-Iran fighting lifts oil prices

U.S. drivers have seen gasoline prices climb again after weeks of steady declines, as renewed fighting between the U.S. and Iran lifted crude oil prices to

US pain at the pump worsens after more US-Iran fighting lifts oil prices
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

US court pauses union lawsuit against Trump consumer watchdog

A federal judge on Friday paused a union lawsuit seeking to block the Trump administration from shutting down the top U.S. watchdog for consumer financial protection,

US court pauses union lawsuit against Trump consumer watchdog
Business|Economy|Environment|Travel|World

FAA extends flight cuts at Chicago O'Hare for another year

The U.S.

FAA extends flight cuts at Chicago O'Hare for another year
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Bipartisan senators announce agreement with Trump administration on Russia sanctions

Bipartisan senators announce agreement with Trump administration on Russia sanctions

Bipartisan senators announce agreement with Trump administration on Russia sanctions
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

US stocks rise as Wall Street shows it's still hungry for AI winners

U.S. stocks ticked higher after Wall Street showed its appetite is still big for winners of the artificial-intelligence boom

US stocks rise as Wall Street shows it's still hungry for AI winners
Arts|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|Travel|World

Baptisms, heat, MAHA: A look back at 16 days of Trump’s Great American State Fair

Baptisms, heat, MAHA: A look back at 16 days of Trump’s Great American State Fair

Baptisms, heat, MAHA: A look back at 16 days of Trump’s Great American State Fair
Celebrity|World

King Charles hosted Harry and Meghan for a private family gathering in Gloucestershire

King Charles hosted Harry and Meghan for a private family gathering in Gloucestershire

King Charles hosted Harry and Meghan for a private family gathering in Gloucestershire
Crime|US|World

DHS was granted $20M for body cameras. ICE agents in fatal Houston shooting had none

Homeland Security has not fulfilled its promise to equip all officers with body cameras, despite receiving significant funding

DHS was granted $20M for body cameras. ICE agents in fatal Houston shooting had none
Crime|Political|US|World

Detainees tell their lawyer an ICE officer shot a Houston driver through a passenger window

Three men who survived a fatal shooting involving federal immigration officers in Houston say no officer was threatened

Detainees tell their lawyer an ICE officer shot a Houston driver through a passenger window
Crime|Political|US|World

The White House is upgrading its front door to fortify the entrance

The White House is upgrading its front door to fortify the entrance

The White House is upgrading its front door to fortify the entrance
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Political|US|World

Detroit-Canada bridge to open by late July after delay due to issues between countries, sources say

A completed bridge linking Detroit and Canada is expected to open by the end of the month after a dispute delayed its debut

Detroit-Canada bridge to open by late July after delay due to issues between countries, sources say
Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Rory McIlroy part of 3-way tie for the lead at Scottish Open as Scheffler misses the cut

Rory McIlroy is in prime position to add another Scottish Open title

Rory McIlroy part of 3-way tie for the lead at Scottish Open as Scheffler misses the cut
Crime|Political|World

Israel shared intel on Iranian hardliners’ desire to target Trump, sources say, as Netanyahu looks to influence course of war

Israel shared intel on Iranian hardliners’ desire to target Trump, sources say, as Netanyahu looks to influence course of war

Israel shared intel on Iranian hardliners’ desire to target Trump, sources say, as Netanyahu looks to influence course of war
Celebrity|Europe|World

Charles hosted Prince Harry and family for first time in years as they try to repair a family rift

King Charles III has hosted Prince Harry and met with his family for the first time in years

Charles hosted Prince Harry and family for first time in years as they try to repair a family rift
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

European shares snap four-week winning streak on tech selloff, US-Iran war

European shares ended a four-week winning streak on Friday, buffeted by an unwind in tech stocks and resurgent tensions in the Middle East

European shares snap four-week winning streak on tech selloff, US-Iran war
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

US makes it easier to export Nvidia AI chips and military equipment to the UAE

The U.S. loosened export controls on the United Arab Emirates on Friday, making it easier to export Nvidia AI chips, military equipment, commercial satellites and

US makes it easier to export Nvidia AI chips and military equipment to the UAE
Business|Economy|World

Oil prices settle lower on hopes for smoother shipping in Strait of Hormuz

Oil prices settled lower on Friday after the latest round of U.S.-Iran fighting as traders grew hopeful that shipping would eventually resume in the Strait

Oil prices settle lower on hopes for smoother shipping in Strait of Hormuz
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Wall Street climbs, oil slides as investors bet on AI growth over Middle East tensions

Stocks climbed and oil prices slipped somewhat as investors retained AI-related enthusiasm and shrugged off the ongoing dispute between the U.S. and

Wall Street climbs, oil slides as investors bet on AI growth over Middle East tensions
Crime|Environment|Europe|World

Spanish wildfire victims burned in cars as roads turned into death traps

As a wildfire tore across the mountains towards them, panicked residents in rural Andalusian villages around Los Gallardos in southern Spain faced an

Spanish wildfire victims burned in cars as roads turned into death traps
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Wall Street ends higher as investors turn to earnings season

The S&P 500 rose to end just short of a record high on Friday, as a blockbuster Nasdaq debut of South Korea's SK Hynix fueled optimism about

Wall Street ends higher as investors turn to earnings season
Economy|Europe|Political|World

China can help end Ukraine war by pressuring Russia, U.S. Senator Graham says

China could play a decisive role in pressuring Russia towards peace talks, helping end its war in Ukraine, U.S.

China can help end Ukraine war by pressuring Russia, U.S. Senator Graham says
Sports|World

Scottie Scheffler misses the cut for the first time in 4 years

Scottie Scheffler has his first weekend off in nearly four years

Scottie Scheffler misses the cut for the first time in 4 years
Entertainment|Sports|World

Unbeaten Spain’s hunt for the World Cup runs into a suddenly dangerous Belgium

Unbeaten Spain’s hunt for the World Cup runs into a suddenly dangerous Belgium

Unbeaten Spain’s hunt for the World Cup runs into a suddenly dangerous Belgium
Crime|Political|World

Israel shared intelligence with US of Iranian plot to assassinate Trump, sources say

Israel shared intelligence with US of Iranian plot to assassinate Trump, sources say

Israel shared intelligence with US of Iranian plot to assassinate Trump, sources say
Environment|Health|Science|World

Victims of Spanish wildfires killed while trying to escape along river bed ‘trap’

Victims of Spanish wildfires killed while trying to escape along river bed ‘trap’

Victims of Spanish wildfires killed while trying to escape along river bed ‘trap’
Crime|US|World

Federal task force designed to make Memphis safer faces scrutiny after two deadly shootings by law enforcement in one week

Federal task force designed to make Memphis safer faces scrutiny after two deadly shootings by law enforcement in one week

Federal task force designed to make Memphis safer faces scrutiny after two deadly shootings by law enforcement in one week
Business|Economy|Fashion and Beauty|Technology|World

Shein finally wins China's approval for Hong Kong IPO, in third attempt to go public

Fast-fashion retailer Shein won approval for its long-awaited Hong Kong IPO on Friday, a notice posted on the China Securities

Shein finally wins China's approval for Hong Kong IPO, in third attempt to go public
Asia|Environment|World

Northern China braces for heavy rains as Bavi nears

Localities across northern China are bracing for heavy rains, shutting parks and lowering water levels in reservoirs, as the powerful Typhoon Bavi continued to send

Northern China braces for heavy rains as Bavi nears
Election|Science|Technology|World

Meta AI image detector fails to identify some of its own cropped AI images, Reuters analysis finds

A new AI detection tool from Meta, which the tech company previewed this week alongside the launch of its image-generation model, Muse Image, failed

Meta AI image detector fails to identify some of its own cropped AI images, Reuters analysis finds
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Man arrested on suspicion of murdering former UK minister Ann Widdecombe

British police arrested a man on Friday on suspicion of murdering Ann Widdecombe, after the 78-year-old former government minister and

Man arrested on suspicion of murdering former UK minister Ann Widdecombe
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

US senators say agreement reached with Trump on Russia sanctions bill

Four U.S. senators said on Friday that they had reached agreement with the Trump administration to move forward with updated

US senators say agreement reached with Trump on Russia sanctions bill
Europe|Sports|World

Belgian rider Merlier wins stage 7 as Tour favorite Pogacar keeps the yellow jersey

Belgian rider Tim Merlier won the seventh stage of the Tour de France in a sprint finish while race favorite Tadej Pogacar kept the leader’s yellow jersey

Belgian rider Merlier wins stage 7 as Tour favorite Pogacar keeps the yellow jersey
Business|Crime|World

Maine detective honored by South Korean consulate for solving 11-year-old cold case

Maine detective honored by South Korean consulate for solving 11-year-old cold case

Maine detective honored by South Korean consulate for solving 11-year-old cold case
Political|US|World

Iran has asked to continue talks and the US agreed, Trump says

President Donald Trump on Friday said the United States had agreed to talks with Iran after Tehran asked to continue negotiations, while stressing that the June ceasefire between

Iran has asked to continue talks and the US agreed, Trump says
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Shein's secretive founder Sky Xu faces biggest public test with Hong Kong IPO

Shein's high-profile stock market listing may force its secretive founder and CEO, Sky Xu, to finally come out of the shadows

Shein's secretive founder Sky Xu faces biggest public test with Hong Kong IPO
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Namibia secures China deals on infrastructure, mining and energy with state visit

China on Friday said it would step up cooperation with Namibia in the Southern African state's energy, farming, infrastructure, and minerals sectors during

Namibia secures China deals on infrastructure, mining and energy with state visit
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Yen climbs as Japan considers nudging pension funds into domestic assets

The yen strengthened on Friday and was poised for its biggest daily percentage gain in more than a week after Japan said it plans to encourage

Yen climbs as Japan considers nudging pension funds into domestic assets
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Trump's promise on Patriots will take time, leaving Ukraine facing tough choices

A pledge by President Donald Trump to allow Kyiv to produce U.S.

Trump's promise on Patriots will take time, leaving Ukraine facing tough choices
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

Baker Hughes wins conditional EU nod for $13.6 billion Chart deal

U.S. oilfield services ‌firm Baker Hughes BKR.O secured EU antitrust approval on Friday for its $13.6 billion acquisition of Chart Industries GTLS.N after

Baker Hughes wins conditional EU nod for $13.6 billion Chart deal
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

A 300-year-old bonfire tradition in Northern Ireland has turned its flames on Muslims

A 300-year-old bonfire tradition in Northern Ireland has turned its flames on Muslims

A 300-year-old bonfire tradition in Northern Ireland has turned its flames on Muslims
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Technology|World

German automakers hit by sharp China sales drop in second quarter

German carmakers' sales collapsed further in China during the second quarter, as a protracted slowdown in the world's biggest auto market cranked up the

German automakers hit by sharp China sales drop in second quarter
Business|Technology|World

Turkey says it hopes to achieve result on lifting U.S. sanctions soon

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said on Friday that Turkey hopes to achieve a result on lifting U.S. sanctions and its desire to purchase F-35 fighter jets soon, adding there

Turkey says it hopes to achieve result on lifting U.S. sanctions soon
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Carmakers broadly win first round in UK lawsuits over diesel emissions

Some of the world's biggest carmakers largely won the first stage of a major legal battle on Friday over claims that their diesel vehicles were fitted with

Carmakers broadly win first round in UK lawsuits over diesel emissions
Business|Crime|Health|Technology|World

Shopify tells users to remove vapes from online stores

Shopify has told customers using its web-hosting services to remove vape products from their online stores, according to a notice seen by Reuters and

Shopify tells users to remove vapes from online stores
Crime|Europe|World

Ukraine wants joint investigation in Monaco bomb case, top prosecutor says

Ukraine's Prosecutor General said he held consultations with his Monaco counterpart on Friday as authorities are looking into a high-profile bombing targeting a Ukrainian-

Ukraine wants joint investigation in Monaco bomb case, top prosecutor says
Election|Political|US|World

Donald Trump ousts election commission members in latest push to reshape US voting process

President Donald Trump has ousted members of a bipartisan federal election commission charged with assisting state and local elections officials

Donald Trump ousts election commission members in latest push to reshape US voting process
Crime|Health|Lifestyle|Travel|World

California woman shot during attempted carjacking in Mexico

California woman shot during attempted carjacking in Mexico

California woman shot during attempted carjacking in Mexico
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump will let bipartisan housing bill become law without signing in protest over GOP voter ID law

President Donald Trump has chosen not to sign a sweeping housing affordability bill on Friday, in protest of Congress not approving a strict voter ID bill that does not have enough support to pass

Trump will let bipartisan housing bill become law without signing in protest over GOP voter ID law
Technology|Travel|World

Passenger sucked out of airplane ‘to his shoulders’ after window breaks

Passenger sucked out of airplane ‘to his shoulders’ after window breaks

Passenger sucked out of airplane ‘to his shoulders’ after window breaks
Business|Entertainment|Political|Sports|US|World

Pentagon says suspension lifted for South Carolina helicopter pilots following July 4 beach event

Eight South Carolina National Guard helicopter pilots have returned to flying duties after a suspension that followed a low flight over the state's beaches during a July 4 event

Pentagon says suspension lifted for South Carolina helicopter pilots following July 4 beach event
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Skoda Auto says it is not directly impacted by VW overhaul plans

Skoda Auto, the Czech unit of Volkswagen, does not expect any direct impact from the parent company's overhaul plan to cut capacity and model lines, the company said on

Skoda Auto says it is not directly impacted by VW overhaul plans
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Countries must reject Iran efforts to control Hormuz, UN agency document says

Countries should reject efforts by Iran to impose sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz and Tehran's "unilateral decision" to create a body to control

Countries must reject Iran efforts to control Hormuz, UN agency document says
Business|Economy|World

Ukraine unveils new 2,000 hryvnia bill as war drives demand for cash

Ukraine's central bank announced plans on Friday to release a new 2,000-hryvnia bill, which will be its largest denomination, in a bid to ease cash

Ukraine unveils new 2,000 hryvnia bill as war drives demand for cash
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Shein could aim for September or October IPO in Hong Kong, source says

Fast-fashion retailer Shein is likely to aim for its Hong Kong initial public offering in September or October, said a source familiar with the situation, after the company won

Shein could aim for September or October IPO in Hong Kong, source says
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wall St opens steady ahead of SK Hynix listing; Middle East in focus

Wall Street indexes steadied at open on Friday, as investors awaited the highly anticipated Nasdaq debut of South Korean chip bellwether SK Hynix, while the latest escalations in

Wall St opens steady ahead of SK Hynix listing; Middle East in focus
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Georgian opposition politician sentenced to 13 years on terrorism charge

A Georgian opposition politician was sentenced to 13 years in prison on Friday after being convicted on a terrorism charge for attempting to set fire to a court building

Georgian opposition politician sentenced to 13 years on terrorism charge
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|World

Hungary's government submits bill to set up anti-corruption office

Hungary's government submitted a bill to parliament on Friday to create an anti-corruption office, fulfilling a pledge by Prime Minister Peter Magyar for an independent

Hungary's government submits bill to set up anti-corruption office
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump says he will not sign 'big yawn' bipartisan housing bill

U.S.

Trump says he will not sign 'big yawn' bipartisan housing bill
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Qatari delegation is in Iran, aims to boost mediation role, Tasnim news agency says

A Qatari delegation visited Iran on Friday in what is believed to be an effort by Doha to consolidate its role as a mediator after a recent escalation in hostilities in the Gulf,

Qatari delegation is in Iran, aims to boost mediation role, Tasnim news agency says
Crime|Europe|Political|World

UK loses case over asylum seeker rejections linked to migrant deal with France

Britain acted unlawfully by removing asylum seekers' right to challenge decisions rejecting their claim to be a victim of trafficking, London's High Court ruled on Friday.

UK loses case over asylum seeker rejections linked to migrant deal with France
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Spain's High Court widens graft inquiry to include PM's close ally

Spain's High Court placed Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's former chief of staff and postmaster general under investigation on Friday as part of a wide-ranging corruption

Spain's High Court widens graft inquiry to include PM's close ally
Business|Economy|Health|Political|World

How the absence of Iran's new supreme leader is becoming a liability for the Islamic Republic

By Parisa Hafezi and Angus McDowall DUBAI, July 10 - The whereabouts of Mojtaba Khamenei have been a mystery to Iranians and the rest of the world alike since his appointment as supreme leader a week

How the absence of Iran's new supreme leader is becoming a liability for the Islamic Republic
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

South Korea, Taiwan lead $46 billion emerging market equity exodus in June

A sharp retreat from tech-heavy equities in South Korea and Taiwan fuelled net emerging market stock outflows of $46.1 billion from foreign investor

South Korea, Taiwan lead $46 billion emerging market equity exodus in June
Political|Science|Technology|World

A US license could let Ukraine produce Patriot missiles, but it won’t be simple or quick

U.S. President Donald Trump’s pledge to give Ukraine a license to produce Patriot air-defense systems could mark a major breakthrough for Kyiv

A US license could let Ukraine produce Patriot missiles, but it won’t be simple or quick
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump says he won’t sign housing bill that’s set to become law at midnight

Trump says he won’t sign housing bill that’s set to become law at midnight

Trump says he won’t sign housing bill that’s set to become law at midnight
Environment|Europe|World

Twelve people killed as firefighters battle ‘the most devastating fire to date’ in Spain

At least 12 people have died as massive wildfires sweep through Andalusia’s Costa de Almería, forcing evacuations and drawing hundreds of emergency workers into a desperate battle against the flames.

Twelve people killed as firefighters battle ‘the most devastating fire to date’ in Spain
Crime|Education|Lifestyle|World

Many US Jewish adults have experienced assault or harassment over the past year, AP-NORC poll finds

A new AP-NORC poll finds that many Jewish Americans feel unsafe in the United States, with a majority saying they feel less safe than they did before Hamas’ Oct. 7, 2023, attack on Israel

Many US Jewish adults have experienced assault or harassment over the past year, AP-NORC poll finds
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NATO leaders came to Turkey to discuss security. Erdogan gave them each an engraved revolver

Western leaders came to Turkey to discuss security in an increasingly perilous world

NATO leaders came to Turkey to discuss security. Erdogan gave them each an engraved revolver
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In any language: English speakers are tuning into World Cup broadcasts in Spanish

Ashleigh Hallam teaches English at her local library in Indiana

In any language: English speakers are tuning into World Cup broadcasts in Spanish
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Facebook and Instagram’s ‘addictive design’ may violate European law, EU Commission finds

Facebook and Instagram’s ‘addictive design’ may violate European law, EU Commission finds

Facebook and Instagram’s ‘addictive design’ may violate European law, EU Commission finds
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wall Street banks rule on staff betting on prediction markets, sources say

Wall Street banks have added rules on prediction-market betting to their employee codes of conduct, with some barring employees from bets on contracts linked to financial markets

Wall Street banks rule on staff betting on prediction markets, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Investors to grapple with packed week of earnings, CPI, Iran headlines

An eventful coming week of economic data, corporate earnings reports and Middle East developments will test a resilient U.S. stock market that has

Investors to grapple with packed week of earnings, CPI, Iran headlines
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|World

Philippine Air to order 15 Boeing 787-10 and nine Airbus A350-1000

Philippine Airlines (PAL) is poised to order 15 Boeing 787-10 aircraft and nine Airbus A350-1000 jets, marking its first Boeing purchase

Philippine Air to order 15 Boeing 787-10 and nine Airbus A350-1000
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Greece arrests two over deadly 2010 protest fire-bombing

Greek police said they had arrested two people over a 2010 arson attack that killed three workers trapped inside a bank building in Athens during a massive general strike

Greece arrests two over deadly 2010 protest fire-bombing
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Global equity fund inflows surge to three-week high on AI optimism

Global equity funds attracted their largest weekly inflow in three weeks in the week to July 8, as strong demand for AI-linked technology products and cooling expectations for

Global equity fund inflows surge to three-week high on AI optimism
Crime|Environment|Europe|Health|World

Twelve killed, 23 missing in one of Spain's deadliest wildfires

At least 12 people died attempting to flee a wildfire in southern Spain and 23 were missing, officials said

Twelve killed, 23 missing in one of Spain's deadliest wildfires
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Canada's economy posts modest job gains in June, unemployment rate dips

Canada's economy added a net of 18,200 jobs in June and the unemployment rate edged down to 6.5%, data showed on Friday, slightly beating estimates and

Canada's economy posts modest job gains in June, unemployment rate dips
Education|Opinion|Political|Travel|World

As the country turns 250, retired judges hit the road to defend judicial independence

A group of retired federal and state judges has been barnstorming through Ohio and Pennsylvania on the nation's 250th anniversary to defend judicial independence and bolster the rule of law

As the country turns 250, retired judges hit the road to defend judicial independence
Science|Technology|World

Elon Musk’s plans refer to an idea conceived in the 1960s. What is the Kardashev scale?

Elon Musk’s plans refer to an idea conceived in the 1960s. What is the Kardashev scale?

Elon Musk’s plans refer to an idea conceived in the 1960s. What is the Kardashev scale?
Opinion|Sports|Technology|World

Soccer-Mission creep: FIFA's embrace of technology backfires in controversy-riven World Cup

If FIFA President Gianni Infantino imagined his embrace of technology might finally put an end to disputes over refereeing decisions, the World Cup would

Soccer-Mission creep: FIFA's embrace of technology backfires in controversy-riven World Cup
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As Europe bakes, Eurostar orders trains that can cope with 55C heat

As Europe bakes, Eurostar orders trains that can cope with 55C heat

As Europe bakes, Eurostar orders trains that can cope with 55C heat
Economy|Environment|World

IEA cuts Russian oil output forecasts on Ukrainian attacks

Russian oil output will decline by about 3% to 8.9 million barrels per day this year because of Ukrainian drone attacks on energy infrastructure, the International Energy

IEA cuts Russian oil output forecasts on Ukrainian attacks
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BOJ may raise growth forecast, maintain vigilance to inflation risk, sources say

The Bank of Japan may revise up its economic growth forecast for fiscal 2026 and keep its focus on the risk of an inflation overshoot as

BOJ may raise growth forecast, maintain vigilance to inflation risk, sources say
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Italy industrial output ends three-month positive streak with May fall

Italian industrial output fell by more than expected in May, with a 0.3% month-on-month drop, official data showed on Friday, in a renewed sign of weakness for manufacturing

Italy industrial output ends three-month positive streak with May fall
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Japan's pension pivot puts Abe-era outpouring of capital in reverse

Japan is calling its capital home, a move investors say will ripple across markets, could finally lift the yen and send money into the

Japan's pension pivot puts Abe-era outpouring of capital in reverse
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|World

Volkswagen deliveries suffer biggest drop since 2022 on China slump

Volkswagen reported an 8.6% fall in global vehicle deliveries in the second quarter on Friday, the steepest quarterly decline in four years, as a sharp downturn in

Volkswagen deliveries suffer biggest drop since 2022 on China slump
Business|Political|World

Xi urges China, North Korea to keep 'strategic resolve' amid global turmoil

Chinese President Xi Jinping urged China and North Korea to maintain "strategic resolve" amid a turbulent global environment and speed up implementation of

Xi urges China, North Korea to keep 'strategic resolve' amid global turmoil
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|World

Volkswagen sales plunge as German automaker lays out plan to slash number of brands

Volkswagen has reported weak sales numbers, with a significant drop in China

Volkswagen sales plunge as German automaker lays out plan to slash number of brands
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

SoftBank, PayPay in talks to invest in Seven & i, Bloomberg reports

SoftBank Corp and mobile payments operator PayPay are in talks to invest in retail giant Seven & i Holdings, Bloomberg News reported on Friday.

SoftBank, PayPay in talks to invest in Seven & i, Bloomberg reports
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Andy Burnham poised to become Britain's next PM after most Labour lawmakers support him

Andy Burnham is on the brink of becoming Britain's next prime minister after an overwhelming show of support from Labour lawmakers left him all but certain to replace Keir

Andy Burnham poised to become Britain's next PM after most Labour lawmakers support him
Africa|Economy|Environment|Health|MidEast|Political|Science|World

Sudan's cholera outbreak may get worse due to conflict and rains, WHO warns

A cholera outbreak in Sudan could get worse as war, displacement and the onset of the rainy season threaten to exacerbate a humanitarian crisis in the

Sudan's cholera outbreak may get worse due to conflict and rains, WHO warns
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Lather, rinse, retaliate

From the Editor Hello Morning Bid readers!

Lather, rinse, retaliate
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Kremlin says Russia is in touch with Turkey on fate of Russian S-400 missiles

The Kremlin said on Friday that Russia was in touch with Turkey about the fate of Russian S-400 missile systems which Ankara owns after a news outlet reported that Turkey

Kremlin says Russia is in touch with Turkey on fate of Russian S-400 missiles
Business|Health|Technology|World

EU tells Instagram, Facebook to change addictive features or risk fines

The EU charged Meta Platforms' Instagram and Facebook on Friday with breaching its tech rules, with regulators targeting features they say are designed to

EU tells Instagram, Facebook to change addictive features or risk fines
Business|Crime|World

Thai court to consider damages sought by crew of ship attacked in Strait of Hormuz

Thailand's Labour Court on Friday accepted a petition from three Thai sailors seeking damages after a deadly attack on their cargo vessel in the Strait of Hormuz in March,

Thai court to consider damages sought by crew of ship attacked in Strait of Hormuz
Environment|Health|Science|World

Congo Ebola outbreak still spreading largely undetected, WHO official says

Four out of every five new Ebola cases in parts of Democratic Republic of Congo have no known link to existing patients, a senior World Health

Congo Ebola outbreak still spreading largely undetected, WHO official says
Europe|Political|World

Rutte, Zelenskiy to attend Ukraine 'Coalition of the Willing' meeting, Elysee says

NATO chief Mark Rutte and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy will join Monday's "Coalition of the Willing" meeting in Paris to support Ukraine, the French presidency

Rutte, Zelenskiy to attend Ukraine 'Coalition of the Willing' meeting, Elysee says
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

UK to regulate cloud service providers Microsoft, Google and others to protect financial stability

Britain has designated cloud service providers Microsoft, Google, Amazon and Oracle as critical third-party suppliers to its financial sector, bringing them under direct

UK to regulate cloud service providers Microsoft, Google and others to protect financial stability
Arts|Travel|World

Dead-of-night operation brings famed Bayeux Tapestry back to Britain after nearly 1,000 years

Dead-of-night operation brings famed Bayeux Tapestry back to Britain after nearly 1,000 years

Dead-of-night operation brings famed Bayeux Tapestry back to Britain after nearly 1,000 years
Europe|Health|Technology|World

EU demands Facebook and Instagram dismantle design features it calls addictive for users

The European Union is accusing Meta of breaching social media laws by designing Facebook and Instagram to be addictive

EU demands Facebook and Instagram dismantle design features it calls addictive for users
Business|Economy|World

Quills and conflict: How protection in the Strait of Hormuz is bought and sold

Quills and conflict: How protection in the Strait of Hormuz is bought and sold

Quills and conflict: How protection in the Strait of Hormuz is bought and sold
Interview|MidEast|World

Netanyahu warns Trump: Turkey is 'not exactly a model ally'

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told CNN's Dana Bash that despite President Donald Trump's friendship with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and his newfound willingness to sell them advanced F-35 fighter jets, the country is not a 'friendly state to the United States.'

Netanyahu warns Trump: Turkey is 'not exactly a model ally'
Crime|Health|Political|World

Child’s rape and murder in India sparks mob and police killings

Child’s rape and murder in India sparks mob and police killings

Child’s rape and murder in India sparks mob and police killings
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

One million women lose aid access due to funding cuts, UN Women says

At least one million women and girls have lost access to life-saving support within the last year due to global donor aid cuts, a new United Nations

One million women lose aid access due to funding cuts, UN Women says
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Three arrested over firebombings of homes linked to Greek ruling party

Greece’s counter-terrorism police arrested three people on Friday over a string of firebombings at homes of people linked with the governing party which killed a woman last

Three arrested over firebombings of homes linked to Greek ruling party
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Audi half-year deliveries fall on China competition, US tariffs

Audi, German carmaker Volkswagen's premium brand, reported on Friday a 7% year-on-year fall in global deliveries during the first half of the year, as competition in China and U.S.

Audi half-year deliveries fall on China competition, US tariffs
Business|Science|Technology|World

China successfully tests sea-based rocket booster recovery system

China on Friday successfully tested an experimental rocket retrieval system using a net attached to a sea platform, state media reported, in the hope of breaking U.S.

China successfully tests sea-based rocket booster recovery system
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Chips, banks and volatility

The results season is kicking off with the world's largest chipmaker and key U.S. banks reporting, while data out of the U.S. and China will give a fresh perspective on the state

Chips, banks and volatility
Health|Science|World

Philippines reports bird flu outbreak among backyard birds, WOAH says

The Philippines has reported an outbreak of highly pathogenic H5N1 bird flu among backyard birds in its Oriental Mindoro province, the World Organisation for Animal Health (

Philippines reports bird flu outbreak among backyard birds, WOAH says
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

SK Hynix's US listing sparks rush of single-stock ETF filings

At least 10 fund managers, including major issuers Direxion and ProShares, have filed registrations to list single-stock exchange-traded funds

SK Hynix's US listing sparks rush of single-stock ETF filings
Asia|Business|Environment|Travel|World

Japan's southwestern islands on high alert as powerful Typhoon Bavi approaches

A large and powerful typhoon approached a remote chain of islands in Japan's southwest on Friday, prompting authorities to

Japan's southwestern islands on high alert as powerful Typhoon Bavi approaches
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Japan's GPIF holds about $931 billion in foreign assets

Japan is steering its Government Pension Investment Fund, the world's biggest pension fund, to boost investment in domestic assets, Finance

Japan's GPIF holds about $931 billion in foreign assets
Business|Economy|Environment|World

A decade after historic ruling, Philippine fishermen say driven away from disputed shoal by China

The Philippines may have won a landmark victory against China's claims in the South China Sea 10 years ago, but today local

A decade after historic ruling, Philippine fishermen say driven away from disputed shoal by China
Africa|Political|World

Senegal's top court calls parliament-backed reform 'unconstitutional'

Senegal's top court has struck down changes to the country's constitution that would have altered the balance of power in government, ruling against an amendment adopted by

Senegal's top court calls parliament-backed reform 'unconstitutional'
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

French tycoon Niel becomes Vodafone's top shareholder in $6 billion deal

PARIS/DUBAI - French billionaire Xavier Niel is set to become Vodafone Group's largest shareholder, after UAE telecoms group e&

French tycoon Niel becomes Vodafone's top shareholder in $6 billion deal
Asia|Crime|Economy|Health|Political|World

Sri Lanka moves to address prison overcrowding after riot kills 28

Sri Lanka's efforts to reduce prison overcrowding by reopening a colonial jail and recruiting more staff after a deadly riot left 28 people dead need 

Sri Lanka moves to address prison overcrowding after riot kills 28
Business|Economy|World

BMW deliveries slide in Q2, as sales in China drop nearly a third

BMW reported a 4.9% decline in global vehicle deliveries in the second quarter on Friday, hit by a sharp drop in sales in China.

BMW deliveries slide in Q2, as sales in China drop nearly a third
Science|Technology|World

China takes a page from SpaceX and recaptures the first stage of a rocket to reuse it

China has successfully recaptured the first stage of a rocket after a launch, marking a breakthrough for its space program

China takes a page from SpaceX and recaptures the first stage of a rocket to reuse it
Health|US|World

McConnell was loaded into ambulance on a stretcher, according to eyewitness and new video

McConnell was loaded into ambulance on a stretcher, according to eyewitness and new video

McConnell was loaded into ambulance on a stretcher, according to eyewitness and new video
Arts|Europe|Travel|World

The Bayeux Tapestry is at the British Museum after a secret journey from France

The Bayeux Tapestry has returned to England for the first time in nearly 1,000 years

The Bayeux Tapestry is at the British Museum after a secret journey from France
Business|Economy|Finance|World

EU regulators hit US wall in quest for private credit data

European financial supervisors seeking a clearer picture of banks' exposure to private credit markets are running into resistance from the U.S.

EU regulators hit US wall in quest for private credit data
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

ECB is back to square one as US-Iran war resumes

The European Central Bank is back to square one in its fight against high inflation in the euro zone after new hostilities between the U.S. and Iran caused energy prices to rise

ECB is back to square one as US-Iran war resumes
Business|Economy|Europe|World

French inflation rises 2.0% in June

Consumer prices in France rose 2.0% year-on-year in June on an EU-harmonised basis, statistics office INSEE said on Friday, confirming a preliminary reading published earlier this

French inflation rises 2.0% in June
Crime|Europe|World

What is Islamic State, the group linked to this week's Damascus bombs?

Preliminary investigations into the cell behind Tuesday's bombings in Damascus, near a hotel where French President Emmanuel Macron spent the night,

What is Islamic State, the group linked to this week's Damascus bombs?
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Replica of mosque set alight on Northern Ireland bonfire

A replica of a mosque was set alight on a bonfire in a pro-British town near Belfast on Thursday night before police had a chance to remove what they

Replica of mosque set alight on Northern Ireland bonfire
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Bangladesh's Hasina plans December return with party colleagues to surrender

By Krishna N.

Bangladesh's Hasina plans December return with party colleagues to surrender
Crime|Europe|Technology|World

Russia evades Ukraine electrical substation defences with small, unjammable drones

Russia has been using small drones flown via fibre-optic cables to bypass Ukrainian defences and damage high-voltage electricity substations in the frontline

Russia evades Ukraine electrical substation defences with small, unjammable drones
Economy|Education|Environment|World

UNESCO urges wider use of debt-for-education swaps

UNESCO has urged governments and international lenders to expand debt-for-education swaps to help tackle a worsening education financing crisis, warning that

UNESCO urges wider use of debt-for-education swaps
Business|Economy|Technology|World

European shares muted on AI valuation concerns; Middle East tensions linger

European shares were muted on Friday as broader gains were largely offset by declines in technology stocks while investors assessed renewed Middle East tensions that put the

European shares muted on AI valuation concerns; Middle East tensions linger
Environment|Science|Technology|World

Inside Israel's push to clear sea munitions, part of global push to protect waters

Israel has launched a project aimed at clearing part of the seas to give beach space back to the population

Inside Israel's push to clear sea munitions, part of global push to protect waters
Science|Technology|World

China reports reusable rocket breakthrough as it vies to catch up with the US

China reports reusable rocket breakthrough as it vies to catch up with the US

China reports reusable rocket breakthrough as it vies to catch up with the US
Asia|Business|Crime|MidEast|World

Seafarers attacked in the Strait of Hormuz sue shipping company in Thailand

Three former crew members of a Thai cargo ship struck in the Strait of Hormuz in March have filed a lawsuit against the vessel’s operator

Seafarers attacked in the Strait of Hormuz sue shipping company in Thailand
Asia|Crime|Political|World

A shoe factory fire that killed 28 highlights China's persisting worker safety risks

Authorities are investigating a blaze at a shoe factory in southeastern China's Fujian province that killed 28 people, raising renewed concern over worker safety

A shoe factory fire that killed 28 highlights China's persisting worker safety risks
Africa|Business|Crime|Economy|World

Anti-migrant protests risk economic blowback for South Africa

Frustrations over unemployment, crime and years of weak growth are driving South Africa's anti-migrant protests.

Anti-migrant protests risk economic blowback for South Africa
Asia|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

ASEAN to discuss engagement with Myanmar at special meeting, Philippines says

An upcoming meeting between foreign ministers of the Southeast Asian grouping ASEAN and their counterpart from Myanmar will tackle the country's civil war and its

ASEAN to discuss engagement with Myanmar at special meeting, Philippines says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Japan signals massive pension shift to domestic assets, sparking rally in yen, bonds

Japan's finance minister said on Friday the government aims to steer the country's vast state pension funds to "substantially" increase

Japan signals massive pension shift to domestic assets, sparking rally in yen, bonds
Australia|Health|Science|World

Australia confirms first H5N1 bird flu case in local seabird

Australia on Friday confirmed the first case of the deadly H5N1 bird flu virus in a local seabird, raising concerns that the disease is beginning to

Australia confirms first H5N1 bird flu case in local seabird
Arts|Entertainment|World

Community screenings help a movie set during an Indian insurgency bypass censorship

Sikh organizations and local activists are organizing community screenings in India’s northern Punjab state of a movie set during its bloody insurgency

Community screenings help a movie set during an Indian insurgency bypass censorship
Health|Political|Science|World

Millions who rely on US-funded HIV/AIDS programs face uncertainty as financial cliff looms

Millions who rely on US-funded HIV/AIDS programs face uncertainty as financial cliff looms

Millions who rely on US-funded HIV/AIDS programs face uncertainty as financial cliff looms
Asia|Environment|World

Typhoon Bavi takes aim at China as Taiwan's capital shuts schools

A powerful typhoon is heading toward China's east coast

Typhoon Bavi takes aim at China as Taiwan's capital shuts schools
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Japan calling capital home

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur Banerjee Japanese markets got a shot in the arm after the government indicated it wants the country's state pension funds to increase

Japan calling capital home
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Mexican man killed in Houston ICE shooting was not the target of operation, lawmaker says

A Texas congresswoman says a Mexican man living in the U.S. who was fatally shot by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent was not the person federal authorities had been targeting in a Houston operation

Mexican man killed in Houston ICE shooting was not the target of operation, lawmaker says
Asia|Environment|Health|World

Torrential rains bring devastating floods to a Chinese city – and a snake invasion

Torrential rains bring devastating floods to a Chinese city – and a snake invasion

Torrential rains bring devastating floods to a Chinese city – and a snake invasion
Election|Political|US|World

Trump fires Election Assistance Commission members ahead of midterms

U.S.

Trump fires Election Assistance Commission members ahead of midterms
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Japan's wholesale inflation spikes as fuel costs, weak yen bite

Japan's wholesale inflation accelerated in June at the fastest pace in more than three years and the government brushed aside market concern over political

Japan's wholesale inflation spikes as fuel costs, weak yen bite
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Japan encourages GPIF to boost domestic investment

Japan is seeking to encourage its Government Pension Investment Fund, the world's biggest pension fund, to boost investment in domestic assets, Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama

Japan encourages GPIF to boost domestic investment
Crime|Political|US|World

DOJ sues Maryland, alleges state policies interfere with immigration crackdown

The U.S.

DOJ sues Maryland, alleges state policies interfere with immigration crackdown
Political|World

US and Iran exchange intensifying fire across Mideast, threatening ceasefire deal

The United States has launched new airstrikes against Iran, and Tehran responded by targeting Gulf countries

US and Iran exchange intensifying fire across Mideast, threatening ceasefire deal
Africa|Economy|Environment|Health|World

Africa secures $900 million in new clean cooking commitments

African countries have secured $900 million in new financial commitments to expand access to clean cooking

Africa secures $900 million in new clean cooking commitments
Election|Political|US|World

Trump fires Election Assistance Commission leaders

Trump fires Election Assistance Commission leaders

Trump fires Election Assistance Commission leaders
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Fast Retailing shares slide in Tokyo after Uniqlo operator's results, yen warning

Shares in the Japanese owner of clothing brand Uniqlo slid sharply on Friday after the company raised its profit forecast but warned about

Fast Retailing shares slide in Tokyo after Uniqlo operator's results, yen warning
Health|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Tofu vendor delivers much more than healthy food to an east Tokyo neighborhood

Akiko Sugaya wheels a cart through the alley-like streets of eastern Tokyo selling tofu, the protein-rich staple favored in much of Asia

Tofu vendor delivers much more than healthy food to an east Tokyo neighborhood
Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|World

Iran’s supreme leader missed his father’s momentous funeral – now what?

Iran’s supreme leader missed his father’s momentous funeral – now what?

Iran’s supreme leader missed his father’s momentous funeral – now what?
Sports|World

Kylian Mbappé scores his 8th World Cup goal before leaving game with a 'slight' ankle injury

Kylian Mbappé shook off a missed penalty kick to score his eighth goal of the World Cup, helping France to beat Morocco 2-0 and reach the semifinals for the third time in a row

Kylian Mbappé scores his 8th World Cup goal before leaving game with a 'slight' ankle injury
Sports|World

Kylian Mbappé has a goal and an assist as France beats Morocco 2-0 in the World Cup quarterfinals

Kylian Mbappé had a goal and an assist after missing a first-half penalty kick, Ousmane Dembélé also scored and France beat Morocco 2-0 in the World Cup quarterfinals

Kylian Mbappé has a goal and an assist as France beats Morocco 2-0 in the World Cup quarterfinals
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Brazil police target executive linked to Banco Master's communication efforts

Brazil's Federal Police launched an operation targeting executive Thiago Miranda, who had been hired by banker Daniel Vorcaro to run a communications campaign in defense

Brazil police target executive linked to Banco Master's communication efforts
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Sudan army says US peace plan must call for full RSF withdrawal from cities, documents show

The Sudanese army has conditioned any broad acceptance of a U.S. proposal for ending the country's three-year-old civil war on the full withdrawal by the

Sudan army says US peace plan must call for full RSF withdrawal from cities, documents show
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

Global EV demand rises again as Europe offsets China, U.S. weakness

Global demand for electric vehicles rose for a fourth straight month in June, driven by strong growth in Europe as sales weakened in China and North America,

Global EV demand rises again as Europe offsets China, U.S. weakness
Americas|Crime|Europe|Technology|World

Russian man pleads not guilty in US cyber espionage case

A Russian man whom U.S. prosecutors say previously worked for Russia's FSB intelligence agency pleaded not guilty on Thursday to a charge that he

Russian man pleads not guilty in US cyber espionage case
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|World

SK Hynix raises $26.5 billion in US offering after pricing ADRs at $149

South Korea's SK Hynix priced its American Depositary Receipts at $149 on Thursday raising about $26.5 billion, a U.S. regulatory

SK Hynix raises $26.5 billion in US offering after pricing ADRs at $149
Business|Environment|Health|Political|US|World

US House to vote on bill to make daylight saving time permanent

The U.S.

US House to vote on bill to make daylight saving time permanent
Crime|Political|Sports|World

Federal grand jury indicts 8 men over alleged plot to attack White House UFC event, DOJ says

A federal grand jury has indicted eight men over an alleged plot to attack the Ultimate Fighting Championship mixed martial arts event on the White

Federal grand jury indicts 8 men over alleged plot to attack White House UFC event, DOJ says
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Geopolitical shifts drive sovereign funds towards national priorities, study finds

Shifting geopolitical alliances are pushing sovereign wealth funds to place greater emphasis on strategic national priorities — from resilient

Geopolitical shifts drive sovereign funds towards national priorities, study finds
Economy|Political|World

Slain Iranian leader buried as successor remains out of sight

Iran's slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was buried in the country's holiest shrine, state media said early on Friday, after

Slain Iranian leader buried as successor remains out of sight
Crime|US|World

Suspect in Kirk killing expressed regret after shooting, roommate says

The former roommate of Tyler Robinson, who is accused of assassinating conservative activist Charlie Kirk, told prosecutors that Robinson expressed regret a day after

Suspect in Kirk killing expressed regret after shooting, roommate says
Crime|Political|US|World

Suspect in Charlie Kirk killing said 'he wishes he hadn't done it,' roommate says in video

A video played in a Utah court reveals that the defendant in Charlie Kirk’s killing told his roommate “he wishes he hadn’t done it” the day after Kirk was shot in the neck while speaking to a crowd at Utah Valley University

Suspect in Charlie Kirk killing said 'he wishes he hadn't done it,' roommate says in video
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Lifestyle|Political|World

Mexican man fatally shot by ICE was not the target of Houston immigration operation, source says

Mexican man fatally shot by ICE was not the target of Houston immigration operation, source says

Mexican man fatally shot by ICE was not the target of Houston immigration operation, source says
Business|Economy|Political|World

The Latest: Trump spoke with Netanyahu about US ‘moves’ in the Persian Gulf

President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have spoken about Turkey as well as U.S. moves in the Persian Gulf

The Latest: Trump spoke with Netanyahu about US ‘moves’ in the Persian Gulf
Arts|World

Trump's plan for a triumphal arch in DC wins early approval from a key federal agency

President Donald Trump's plan to build a triumphal arch that would alter the Washington, D.C., skyline has won initial approval from a key federal agency

Trump's plan for a triumphal arch in DC wins early approval from a key federal agency
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Political|Sports|World

8 men indicted in planned drone and sniper attack on White House UFC cage-fighting show

Eight men have been indicted on murder and terrorism conspiracy charges for their alleged roles in a thwarted drone and sniper attack on the UFC cage-fighting show staged at the White House in June

8 men indicted in planned drone and sniper attack on White House UFC cage-fighting show
Health|Science|World

Outbreak of diarrhea-causing parasite grows to more than 1,000 cases

Michigan is experiencing its largest outbreak of a parasitic infection that causes severe diarrhea

Outbreak of diarrhea-causing parasite grows to more than 1,000 cases
Sports|World

France books a spot in the World Cup semifinals with a convincing 2-0 win over Morocco

France books a spot in the World Cup semifinals with a convincing 2-0 win over Morocco

France books a spot in the World Cup semifinals with a convincing 2-0 win over Morocco
Political|Travel|US|World

South Florida's Palm Beach airport renamed President Donald J. Trump International

A South Florida airport has officially changed its name to the President Donald J

South Florida's Palm Beach airport renamed President Donald J. Trump International
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Zelenskiy says Patriot missile licences agreed with US at political level

Ukraine and the U.S. have reached a political agreement on licences for production of Patriot interceptors,

Zelenskiy says Patriot missile licences agreed with US at political level
Business|Economy|US|World

US ends probe into imported airplanes, parts without seeking new tariffs

The U.S.

US ends probe into imported airplanes, parts without seeking new tariffs
Crime|Political|US|World

New Mexico says US Justice Dept hindering probe of former Epstein ranch

New Mexico's top law enforcement official on Thursday accused the U.S.

New Mexico says US Justice Dept hindering probe of former Epstein ranch
Americas|Crime|Political|World

In Houston's 'Little Mexico,' an ICE shooting leaves scars

On Canal Street in Houston's East End, where taco trucks, tortillerias and Spanish-language signboards line the streets, neighbors are

In Houston's 'Little Mexico,' an ICE shooting leaves scars
Health|Science|World

Overcrowded shelters, lack of clean water pose health risks after Venezuela quakes, PAHO says

Disease outbreaks, poor sanitation, lack of access to clean water, and disruptions to basic medical care could pose the greatest health risks

Overcrowded shelters, lack of clean water pose health risks after Venezuela quakes, PAHO says
Asia|World

North Korea decides on measures to expand nuclear forces, KCNA reports

North Korea has decided on measures to strengthen its nuclear forces "quantitatively and qualitatively" as leader Kim Jong Un called for modernising its military, state

North Korea decides on measures to expand nuclear forces, KCNA reports
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Coinbase's top attorney who has led crypto's Washington fight to step down

Coinbase's chief legal officer, Paul Grewal, is stepping down after six years at the U.S. cryptocurrency exchange where he fought off a major lawsuit

Coinbase's top attorney who has led crypto's Washington fight to step down