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Justice Kagan offered a brief homage to the late Sen. Lindsey Graham

Justice Kagan offered a brief homage to the late Sen. Lindsey Graham during her opening statement. Noting that the South Carolina Republican had not only voted for her confirmation in 2010 but also took seriously his role in meeting with and questioning her. As a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, Graham had an outsized role in the high-profile in questioning many of the current justices.

July 14, 2026
Justice Kagan offered a brief homage to the late Sen. Lindsey Graham
Crime|Political

Justice Barrett describes security threats impacting her children

Testifying before a House subcommittee on July 14, Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett describes two separate incidents where threats on her life have impacted her personal life and family.

July 14, 2026
Justice Barrett describes security threats impacting her children
Economy|Political|US|World

Johnson unveils $95 billion plan for defense spending and Trump’s elections overhaul

Johnson unveils $95 billion plan for defense spending and Trump’s elections overhaul

July 15, 2026
Johnson unveils $95 billion plan for defense spending and Trump’s elections overhaul
Political|US

See the moment Darline Graham is sworn in to serve remainder of brother's term

Darline Graham, Lindsey Graham’s sister, was sworn in Tuesday to serve the remainder of her brother's Senate term after his sudden death over the weekend.

July 15, 2026
See the moment Darline Graham is sworn in to serve remainder of brother's term
Crime|Education|Political|Technology

Charter to be first school to install drone active shooter response system in Colorado

Charter to be first school to install drone active shooter response system in Colorado

July 15, 2026
Charter to be first school to install drone active shooter response system in Colorado
Crime|Political|World

Man arrested over threat to shoot Reform UK leader Nigel Farage

A man who made a threat on social media to shoot Reform UK party leader Nigel Farage has been arrested, police said

July 15, 2026
Man arrested over threat to shoot Reform UK leader Nigel Farage
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine and EU aim for a weapons production partnership as war with Russia grinds on

The European Union’s top official has signed an agreement to move forward on joint weapons production deal with Ukraine

July 15, 2026
Ukraine and EU aim for a weapons production partnership as war with Russia grinds on
Crime|Europe|Political|World

UK's Reform calls for 'full security' for lawmakers after politician's murder

Britain's populist Reform UK called on Wednesday for all lawmakers to be given "full security" if they want it after the murder of Ann Widdecombe, a prominent member of the

July 15, 2026
UK's Reform calls for 'full security' for lawmakers after politician's murder
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia says foreign troops sent to Ukraine after a peace deal would be legitimate targets

Russia said on Wednesday that any multinational force sent by Ukraine's allies to deploy there in the event of a peace deal would be unacceptable to Moscow, which would

July 15, 2026
Russia says foreign troops sent to Ukraine after a peace deal would be legitimate targets
Business|Crime|Political|Technology|World

Alleged Russian cyber spy in Boston case previously worked for Kaspersky, source says and documents show

A computer expert facing U.S. hacking charges previously held a senior position at Moscow-based antivirus firm Kaspersky Lab, according to a

July 15, 2026
Alleged Russian cyber spy in Boston case previously worked for Kaspersky, source says and documents show
Business|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy endorses energy boss as new Ukraine prime minister

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy endorsed the head of the state energy company on Wednesday to be Ukraine's new prime minister, while giving no clear answer on the future of the

July 15, 2026
Zelenskiy endorses energy boss as new Ukraine prime minister
Election|Political|US|World

Reporter subpoenas part of 'security' operation, Trump spy nominee says

President Donald Trump's nominee to be the top U.S. spy, Jay Clayton, appeared at his delayed confirmation hearing

July 15, 2026
Reporter subpoenas part of 'security' operation, Trump spy nominee says
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Merz reaches out to AfD voters before pivotal German regional election

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz appealed to supporters of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) to judge his government on its merits ahead of an election in

July 15, 2026
Merz reaches out to AfD voters before pivotal German regional election
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israel's latest strikes kill a dozen people in Gaza, including police officers

Israeli airstrikes have killed at least a dozen people in Gaza over the past two days, according to local health officials

July 15, 2026
Israel's latest strikes kill a dozen people in Gaza, including police officers
Europe|Political|Travel|World

Gibraltar ushers in a new era as British territory's border fence with Spain is removed

The fence separating Gibraltar from Spain has been dismantled to ease travel for thousands who cross daily

July 15, 2026
Gibraltar ushers in a new era as British territory's border fence with Spain is removed
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Baltics and Poland warn Russia could launch limited military or hybrid provocation against NATO

Lithuania's president says intelligence suggests Russia is planning attacks on critical infrastructure in the Baltic states or Poland

July 15, 2026
Baltics and Poland warn Russia could launch limited military or hybrid provocation against NATO
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US producer prices drop 0.3% from May to June on lower energy prices, but outlook is cloudy

U.S. wholesale inflation fell from May to June on plunging energy prices but intensifying hostilities with Iran are clouding the outlook

July 15, 2026
US producer prices drop 0.3% from May to June on lower energy prices, but outlook is cloudy
Business|Election|Political|US

Donald Trump endorses 'Pillow Man' Mike Lindell for Minnesota governor

President Donald Trump has endorsed MyPillow founder Mike Lindell for Minnesota governor, praising him as “one of America’s greatest and most hard working Patriots.”

July 15, 2026
Donald Trump endorses 'Pillow Man' Mike Lindell for Minnesota governor
Asia|Political|World

Opposing sides in Myanmar conflict open to dialogue, Thai foreign minister says

ASEAN's special envoy on Myanmar has held separate talks with the country's military-backed negotiators and some rebel groups, with all sides recognising there is no military

July 15, 2026
Opposing sides in Myanmar conflict open to dialogue, Thai foreign minister says
Economy|Environment|Political|World

How a Houthi blockade in the Red Sea tightens Iran's grip on global energy supplies

Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis will impose a maritime blockade on Saudi Arabia, they said on Monday, further throttling a global energy market already greatly restricted by Iran's

June 08, 2026
How a Houthi blockade in the Red Sea tightens Iran's grip on global energy supplies
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Fed's Williams: "Unquestionably too-high" inflation may soon subside

While inflation is "unquestionably too high," there are reasons to believe it may have crested and should soon start subsiding, and U.S. monetary policy is

July 15, 2026
Fed's Williams: "Unquestionably too-high" inflation may soon subside
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|World

Brazil's Lula extends lead over Flavio Bolsonaro ahead of presidential vote, poll shows

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has widened his lead over right-

July 15, 2026
Brazil's Lula extends lead over Flavio Bolsonaro ahead of presidential vote, poll shows
Americas|Europe|Health|Political|World

EU provides extra €20 million in aid for Venezuela after earthquake

The European Union is providing a further €20 million ($22.8 million) in humanitarian aid to help Venezuela deal with last month's earthquake, it said on Wednesday.

July 15, 2026
EU provides extra €20 million in aid for Venezuela after earthquake
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

US negotiator Brett McGurk will release a book on the Hamas hostage crisis

A lead U.S. negotiator for the release of hostages captured by Hamas during the Oct. 7, 2023, attacks in Israel will have a book out this fall

July 15, 2026
US negotiator Brett McGurk will release a book on the Hamas hostage crisis
Business|Crime|Environment|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Information from NATO member states shows Russia attempted sabotage, Latvia's president says

Information from NATO member nations, including Lithuania and Latvia, shows that Russia has made various attempts to conduct sabotage, Latvian president Edgars Rinkevics

July 15, 2026
Information from NATO member states shows Russia attempted sabotage, Latvia's president says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Brazil braces for new U.S. tariffs as Washington broadens trade push, sources say

Brazil is bracing for the United States to impose a new 25% tariff on thousands of its imports after months of intensive but largely unproductive

July 15, 2026
Brazil braces for new U.S. tariffs as Washington broadens trade push, sources say
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Congo forms new council in push for war crimes justice

Democratic Republic of Congo has formed a new advisory council that includes senior war crimes lawyers from the United States and Europe to

July 15, 2026
Congo forms new council in push for war crimes justice
Political|World

In occupied zone of Lebanon, Israeli military veterans see shadow of past wars

Israeli leaders describe the territory now occupied in Lebanon as a war gain, but some military veterans see the so-called "buffer zone" as

July 15, 2026
In occupied zone of Lebanon, Israeli military veterans see shadow of past wars
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Human rights groups sue over Trump administration's sanctions on ICC for investigations into Israel

Two human rights groups say Trump administration sanctions imposed on the International Criminal Court over its investigations of Israel’s war against Hamas in Gaza have illegally impeded their ability to advocate for Palestinians

July 15, 2026
Human rights groups sue over Trump administration's sanctions on ICC for investigations into Israel
Political

The frenzied sprint among Maine Democrats hoping to replace Graham Platner

The frenzied sprint among Maine Democrats hoping to replace Graham Platner

July 15, 2026
The frenzied sprint among Maine Democrats hoping to replace Graham Platner
Political|World

Who are the Houthis, Iran’s allies in Yemen?

Yemen's Houthi movement fired missiles at Saudi Arabia after accusing the kingdom of bombing an airport under their control on Monday, breaking a four-year truce in the conflict

March 13, 2026
Who are the Houthis, Iran’s allies in Yemen?
Economy|Europe|Political|World

UK economy needs budget discipline, OECD says as Burnham prepares for power

Britain must maintain its budget discipline, tackle high pension spending and address soaring energy prices to speed up its economy, the OECD said on

July 15, 2026
UK economy needs budget discipline, OECD says as Burnham prepares for power
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Briton jailed in Iran given additional two-year sentence, family says

The family of British couple Craig and Lindsay Foreman, who are serving a 10-year prison sentence in Iran on espionage charges that they deny, said on Wednesday that a

July 15, 2026
Briton jailed in Iran given additional two-year sentence, family says
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Peru approves $2.8 billion budget hike ahead of Fujimori transition

Peru's Congress approved late Tuesday a $2.8 billion budget expansion to fund infrastructure projects, essential services and other purposes, offering

July 15, 2026
Peru approves $2.8 billion budget hike ahead of Fujimori transition
Africa|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

G7 urges halt to attacks in Sudan's El-Obeid, calls for wider arms embargo

G7 foreign ministers and the European Union's foreign policy chief on Wednesday urged Sudan's Rapid Support Forces and allied armed groups to stop all actions that could

July 15, 2026
G7 urges halt to attacks in Sudan's El-Obeid, calls for wider arms embargo
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Japan PM Takaichi says draft economic blueprint not cause of bond market rout

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Wednesday said she saw no link between her government's draft economic blueprint and a recent market rout that has driven Japanese

July 15, 2026
Japan PM Takaichi says draft economic blueprint not cause of bond market rout
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|World

Iran-linked vessels pass through Hormuz ahead of US blockade

The number of vessels transiting through the Strait of Hormuz ticked up on Tuesday, with most of them linked to Iranian trade, before a U.S. blockade

July 15, 2026
Iran-linked vessels pass through Hormuz ahead of US blockade
MidEast|Political|World

US reimposes its blockade on Iran after Tehran's attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. military has reimposed its blockade of Iranian ports in response to Iran’s attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz

July 14, 2026
US reimposes its blockade on Iran after Tehran's attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz
Crime|Political|World

ICE officer who fatally shot driver in Maine was 'fearing for public safety,' agency says

Sen. Angus King says the motorist killed by ICE officers in a Maine shooting was not the target of the warrant the officers were executing

July 13, 2026
ICE officer who fatally shot driver in Maine was 'fearing for public safety,' agency says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Trump resumes Iran port blockade and threatens strikes on energy targets

President Donald Trump on Tuesday reimposed a naval blockade of all Iranian ports and

July 14, 2026
Trump resumes Iran port blockade and threatens strikes on energy targets
Crime|Political|World

Trump administration orders ICE to suspend most vehicle stops after 2 deadly shootings

Trump administration officials have told Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers to suspend most vehicle stops after two deadly shootings in little over a week, according to a person familiar with the matter

July 14, 2026
Trump administration orders ICE to suspend most vehicle stops after 2 deadly shootings
Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Maine Democrats, rattled by Platner's downfall, protest fatal ICE shooting

As bewildered Maine Democrats face a deadline to replace Graham Platner after his U.S.

July 15, 2026
Maine Democrats, rattled by Platner's downfall, protest fatal ICE shooting
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Mexico asks US state attorneys general to investigate migrant deaths in ICE custody

Mexico has formally requested that U.S. state attorneys general investigate cases of migrants who have died in Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody or during raids

July 15, 2026
Mexico asks US state attorneys general to investigate migrant deaths in ICE custody
Americas|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Political|US|World

Federal appeals court ends a decades-old school desegregation order in Louisiana

A federal appeals court has ended more than 60 years of federal oversight of a Louisiana school system that had been ordered to eradicate segregation

July 15, 2026
Federal appeals court ends a decades-old school desegregation order in Louisiana
Crime|Election|Political|US|World

Trump prosecutor Jack Smith reviewed texts from 44 US lawmakers, Republican senators say

Former U.S.

July 15, 2026
Trump prosecutor Jack Smith reviewed texts from 44 US lawmakers, Republican senators say
Crime|Political|World

ICE suspends traffic stops in wake of Maine fatal shooting, border czar says

The U.S.

July 14, 2026
ICE suspends traffic stops in wake of Maine fatal shooting, border czar says
Political|US|World

US Senate Democrats block $1.15 trillion defense bill over Iran war objections

U.S.

July 15, 2026
US Senate Democrats block $1.15 trillion defense bill over Iran war objections
Political|World

US military will be out of Iraq by end of September, Iraqi prime minister and Pentagon say

The U.S. military will leave Iraq by the end of September following a 23-year presence that started with the 2003 invasion against Saddam Hussein and ended with much smaller operations against the Islamic State group

July 15, 2026
US military will be out of Iraq by end of September, Iraqi prime minister and Pentagon say
Business|Crime|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Maine Democrats criticize GOP Sen. Susan Collins after the fatal ICE shooting in the state

Maine Democrats are fighting to link Republican Sen. Susan Collins to a new fatal shooting by Immigration and Customs Enforcement in their state

July 15, 2026
Maine Democrats criticize GOP Sen. Susan Collins after the fatal ICE shooting in the state
Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology

White House launches AI cybersecurity clearinghouse

White House launches AI cybersecurity clearinghouse

July 15, 2026
White House launches AI cybersecurity clearinghouse
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Iran appears to be preparing a major test of America’s blockade

Iran appears to be preparing a major test of America’s blockade

July 15, 2026
Iran appears to be preparing a major test of America’s blockade
Arts|Entertainment|Political|US

Pat Oliphant, fearless Pulitzer-winning political cartoonist, dies at 90

Pat Oliphant, one of the most influential political cartoonists, has died at 90

July 15, 2026
Pat Oliphant, fearless Pulitzer-winning political cartoonist, dies at 90
Crime|Political|US|World

Lack of body cameras on ICE agents fuels more uncertainty over fatal shootings

Lack of body cameras on ICE agents fuels more uncertainty over fatal shootings

July 14, 2026
Lack of body cameras on ICE agents fuels more uncertainty over fatal shootings
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World

Trump administration sued by environmental groups for rescinding definition of 'harm'

The Trump administration was sued on Tuesday by nine environmental groups that said its recent decision to rescind a more than 50-year-old definition of "harm"

July 15, 2026
Trump administration sued by environmental groups for rescinding definition of 'harm'
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

Australia to establish government AI office, curb data centres' water use

Australia will create an office at the heart of the government to manage the development of artificial intelligence standards and force

July 14, 2026
Australia to establish government AI office, curb data centres' water use
Crime|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Moscow mayor says 340 Ukrainian drones sent towards the capital, most downed

Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin said 340 Ukrainian drones had been dispatched to the area surrounding the capital over a 24-hour period and most had been downed by anti-aircraft units

July 15, 2026
Moscow mayor says 340 Ukrainian drones sent towards the capital, most downed
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

US drivers may soon see pump prices climb back up to $4

Americans could soon see gasoline prices top $4 a gallon again as renewed hostilities between the U.S. and Iran have pushed energy prices higher by

July 15, 2026
US drivers may soon see pump prices climb back up to $4
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump touts 'tremendous chemistry' with new Iraqi Prime Minister al-Zaidi during White House visit

President Donald Trump has warmly welcomed new Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi to the White House

July 14, 2026
Trump touts 'tremendous chemistry' with new Iraqi Prime Minister al-Zaidi during White House visit
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|US|World

House passes bill to 'ditch the switch' and make daylight saving time permanent

There will be no turning back the clock if the House has its way

July 15, 2026
House passes bill to 'ditch the switch' and make daylight saving time permanent
Political|US|World

The Latest: Justices testify about Supreme Court security in rare appearance before Congress

U.S. Supreme Court Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett are making a rare appearance before Congress

July 14, 2026
The Latest: Justices testify about Supreme Court security in rare appearance before Congress
Europe|Political|World

Outgoing UK PM Starmer given France's top honour by President Macron

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has been awarded the Legion of Honour, France's highest national honour, by President Emmanuel Macron in Paris in recognition of his

July 14, 2026
Outgoing UK PM Starmer given France's top honour by President Macron
Business|Political|World

Lebanon, Israel hold US-brokered talks in Rome to implement framework deal

Lebanon and Israel resumed talks on Tuesday in the Italian capital, with Beirut hoping for progress towards securing an Israeli

July 14, 2026
Lebanon, Israel hold US-brokered talks in Rome to implement framework deal
Health|Political|Science|Technology

US FDA sued for allowing unauthorized vaping products

A coalition of public health organizations, pediatricians and parents sued the U.S.

July 15, 2026
US FDA sued for allowing unauthorized vaping products
Election|Political|US|World

Trump says Thursday address will focus on ‘free and fair elections’

Trump says Thursday address will focus on ‘free and fair elections’

July 14, 2026
Trump says Thursday address will focus on ‘free and fair elections’
Business|Crime|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

US military says it is launching more strikes against Iran

The U.S. military said on Tuesday it was launching more strikes against Iran. The strikes began Tuesday afternoon Eastern Time, the U.S.

July 15, 2026
US military says it is launching more strikes against Iran
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

US Russia sanctions bill eases threat of tariffs on China and India

U.S. senators on Tuesday unveiled an updated version of the Russia sanctions bill, championed by the late Senator Lindsey

July 15, 2026
US Russia sanctions bill eases threat of tariffs on China and India
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Stocks gain on softer inflation, bank results while oil rises on US-Iran hostilities

MSCI's global equities index rose on Tuesday after softer-than-expected U.S. inflation data and strong bank earnings, while oil

July 14, 2026
Stocks gain on softer inflation, bank results while oil rises on US-Iran hostilities
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

US to launch AI and cybersecurity coordination group, White House says

The U.S. will formally bring together AI developers and essential services providers to share information on cybersecurity vulnerabilities identified

July 15, 2026
US to launch AI and cybersecurity coordination group, White House says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Technology|World

US judge blocks Trump administration's visa limits for social media researchers

A federal judge on Tuesday blocked U.S.

July 15, 2026
US judge blocks Trump administration's visa limits for social media researchers
Economy|Political|World

Inside the 24-hour sprint to convince Trump to drop his plans to toll Strait of Hormuz

Inside the 24-hour sprint to convince Trump to drop his plans to toll Strait of Hormuz

July 15, 2026
Inside the 24-hour sprint to convince Trump to drop his plans to toll Strait of Hormuz
Arts|Environment|Political|US|World

Trump reduces size of 2 national monuments in Utah as Republicans reshape land management

President Donald Trump is sharply reducing the size of two national monuments in Utah

July 14, 2026
Trump reduces size of 2 national monuments in Utah as Republicans reshape land management
Asia|Crime|Political|Science|World

Family says US seismologist has been detained in China for nearly 2 years with no trial

A China-born U.S. seismologist has been detained in China without trial for nearly two years

July 14, 2026
Family says US seismologist has been detained in China for nearly 2 years with no trial
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Senate Democrats block $1 trillion defense bill in protest over Iran war

Senate Democrats have blocked a $1 trillion annual defense bill in protest of President Donald Trump’s war against Iran

July 15, 2026
Senate Democrats block $1 trillion defense bill in protest over Iran war
Americas|Crime|Political|World

In Maine, a familiar story unfolds: immigration officers fatally shot the driver of a moving vehicle

A familiar story has unfolded in the Maine city of Biddeford, where a federal officer shot and killed a man driving a vehicle during an immigration enforcement operation

July 15, 2026
In Maine, a familiar story unfolds: immigration officers fatally shot the driver of a moving vehicle
Business|Economy|Political|World

Senators unveil sweeping Russia sanctions bill, urge passage in honor of Graham

Senators unveil sweeping Russia sanctions bill, urge passage in honor of Graham

July 15, 2026
Senators unveil sweeping Russia sanctions bill, urge passage in honor of Graham
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Some questions that may come up during Fed chief Warsh's testimony to Congress

Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh heads to Capitol Hill on Tuesday to deliver his first congressional testimony since taking over as head of the U.S. central

July 14, 2026
Some questions that may come up during Fed chief Warsh's testimony to Congress
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Takeaways from Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh’s first congressional testimony

Takeaways from Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh’s first congressional testimony

July 15, 2026
Takeaways from Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh’s first congressional testimony
Business|Election|Political|US|World

Who is Darline Graham? Lindsey Graham’s sister sworn in to finish his Senate term

Who is Darline Graham? Lindsey Graham’s sister sworn in to finish his Senate term

July 15, 2026
Who is Darline Graham? Lindsey Graham’s sister sworn in to finish his Senate term
Election|Political|US|World

Darline Graham, sister of late Sen. Lindsey Graham, has been sworn in to finish his term

The sister of the late South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham has been sworn in to fill his seat, just three days after his death

July 14, 2026
Darline Graham, sister of late Sen. Lindsey Graham, has been sworn in to finish his term
Asia|Economy|Political|World

ASEAN envoy meets Myanmar opposition groups in Thailand

ASEAN's special envoy on Myanmar held talks with ethnic minority rebel groups and a government-backed negotiation committee in an effort to tackle a civil war, with both sides

July 14, 2026
ASEAN envoy meets Myanmar opposition groups in Thailand
Asia|Environment|Political|World

China does not seek 'sphere of influence' in ties with Pacific island nations, foreign minister says

China "has no geopolitical intentions and does not seek a so-called 'sphere of influence'" in its dealings with Pacific island nations, Foreign Minister Wang Yi told his

July 14, 2026
China does not seek 'sphere of influence' in ties with Pacific island nations, foreign minister says
Business|Economy|Health|Political|World

Indonesian free meals operators protest moratorium on new kitchens

Thousands of Indonesian free meals kitchens complained on Tuesday they had been left in the lurch by the government's move to scale down President Prabowo Subianto's

July 14, 2026
Indonesian free meals operators protest moratorium on new kitchens
Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Can US Senator Lindsey Graham's Ukraine initiatives survive without him?

For Ukraine and its supporters, the sudden death of U.S.

July 14, 2026
Can US Senator Lindsey Graham's Ukraine initiatives survive without him?
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political|Science

US schools, research advocates urge withdrawal of proposed rule on federal grants

Top U.S. universities and research advocates urged President Donald Trump's administration on Monday to withdraw a proposed rule on federal grants

July 14, 2026
US schools, research advocates urge withdrawal of proposed rule on federal grants
Crime|Political|US|World

Blanche on 'glide path' for US attorney general confirmation, Republican insiders say

Todd Blanche will walk into his confirmation hearing on Wednesday carrying baggage that might have sunk past attorney general nominees.

July 14, 2026
Blanche on 'glide path' for US attorney general confirmation, Republican insiders say
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian anti-war politician says Kremlin is bent on stopping his election run

An anti-war Russian politician who wants to run for parliament has accused the authorities of trying to sabotage his campaign, after he was designated a "foreign agent" and

July 14, 2026
Russian anti-war politician says Kremlin is bent on stopping his election run
Education|Europe|Political|World

Schools become battleground as Germany's far-right AfD eyes regional election

A woodwork teacher in the eastern German state of Saxony-Anhalt has triggered a dispute over political expression in the

July 14, 2026
Schools become battleground as Germany's far-right AfD eyes regional election
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Russia accuses Ukraine of terrorism in Sea of Azov as Kyiv opens new front in war

Russia on Tuesday accused Ukraine of terrorism over its escalating attacks on shipping in the Sea of Azov, a route that handles about a quarter of its grain exports.

July 14, 2026
Russia accuses Ukraine of terrorism in Sea of Azov as Kyiv opens new front in war
Business|Education|Environment|Political|World

Most support refuge for people fleeing persecution, Ipsos poll shows

Most people back the idea of providing refuge to those fleeing war or persecution, even in countries where governments have restricted refugee intakes, such

July 14, 2026
Most support refuge for people fleeing persecution, Ipsos poll shows
Business|Crime|Political|World

Can prosecutors compel New York Times journalists to testify in leak probe?

New York Times journalists have been issued subpoenas seeking to force them to testify before a Manhattan federal grand jury on Wednesday after reporting on

July 14, 2026
Can prosecutors compel New York Times journalists to testify in leak probe?
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Mexico files criminal complaints in US over migrant deaths in custody

Mexico has begun filing criminal complaints with state prosecutors in the United States over the deaths of its citizens in U.S. immigration custody and during

July 14, 2026
Mexico files criminal complaints in US over migrant deaths in custody
Africa|Economy|Political|World

Former president Sall to visit Senegal as he campaigns for UN chief post

Former Senegalese President Macky Sall will travel to Senegal on Friday, his first public visit to the country since leaving office as he campaigns for the post of U.N.

July 14, 2026
Former president Sall to visit Senegal as he campaigns for UN chief post
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump drops 20% fee plan for Hormuz Strait in favor of deals with Gulf states

U.S.

July 14, 2026
Trump drops 20% fee plan for Hormuz Strait in favor of deals with Gulf states
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine to buy Rafale jets, air defence systems under France deal

Ukraine will use a European loan facility to buy next-generation Franco-Italian air defence systems and French Rafale fighter jets for the first time, while also securing

July 14, 2026
Ukraine to buy Rafale jets, air defence systems under France deal
Environment|Finance|Political|World

Israel allocates $434 million for 34 new West Bank settlements

Israel's security cabinet approved a budget of 1.3 billion shekels ($434 million) for establishing 34 new settlements in the occupied West Bank, right-wing Finance

July 14, 2026
Israel allocates $434 million for 34 new West Bank settlements
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

BoE's Bailey says fresh Gulf clashes make outlook more unstable

Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey said on Tuesday he was concerned about the resumption of hostilities between the United States

July 14, 2026
BoE's Bailey says fresh Gulf clashes make outlook more unstable
Europe|Political|World

France showcases 500 pro-Ukraine troops at Bastille Day

Some 500 soldiers from the "Coalition of the Willing" backing Ukraine marched down Paris' Champs-Elysees on Tuesday in the annual Bastille Day parade, in what

July 14, 2026
France showcases 500 pro-Ukraine troops at Bastille Day
Crime|Political|World

Prosecutions, Epstein and the $1.8B fund: What to watch at Todd Blanche's confirmation hearing

Todd Blanche is heading into a high-stakes test this week in his bid to become attorney general

July 14, 2026
Prosecutions, Epstein and the $1.8B fund: What to watch at Todd Blanche's confirmation hearing
Africa|Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

Sudan risks deeper hunger crisis due to war, aid cuts and Hormuz disruption, says WFP

Sudan risks sliding backwards into deeper hunger as conflict, aid funding cuts and rising agricultural costs driven by disruption linked to the Iran

July 14, 2026
Sudan risks deeper hunger crisis due to war, aid cuts and Hormuz disruption, says WFP
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Return to US-Iran hostilities is huge setback for civilians, UN rights chief says

The U.N. human rights chief said on Tuesday the resumption of hostilities between the United States and Iran was a significant blow to civilians in

July 14, 2026
Return to US-Iran hostilities is huge setback for civilians, UN rights chief says
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's prime minister steps down; Zelenskiy's critics see little point

Ukraine's parliament accepted the resignation on Tuesday of Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko after just a year in office, despite complaints from lawmakers that

July 14, 2026
Ukraine's prime minister steps down; Zelenskiy's critics see little point
Crime|Political|World

Trump suggests there was no foul play in Graham's death

U.S.

July 14, 2026
Trump suggests there was no foul play in Graham's death
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump says US will be doing a lot of deals with Iraq, taking a lot of oil out

President Donald Trump on Tuesday told reporters ahead of a meeting with Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi that the United States would be doing a lot of deals with

July 14, 2026
Trump says US will be doing a lot of deals with Iraq, taking a lot of oil out
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Nine killed in Pakistan-administered Kashmir clashes

Clashes between security forces and supporters of a banned protest group in Pakistan-administered Kashmir killed nine people on Tuesday, officials

July 14, 2026
Nine killed in Pakistan-administered Kashmir clashes
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Fed's Warsh: Committed to both inflation and employment mandates

Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh on Tuesday said he is just as committed to the Fed's employment mandate as he is to the inflation mandate that he has repeatedly emphasized

July 14, 2026
Fed's Warsh: Committed to both inflation and employment mandates
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Political|World

E. Jean Carroll receives $5.63 million owed by Trump in sex abuse case

The writer E.

July 14, 2026
E. Jean Carroll receives $5.63 million owed by Trump in sex abuse case
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Key witness in US probe of Turkey's Halkbank avoids prison time

A key cooperating witness in the U.S. government's criminal investigation into Turkish state-run lender Halkbank's alleged role in helping Iran evade

July 14, 2026
Key witness in US probe of Turkey's Halkbank avoids prison time
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli fire kills 10 in Gaza, including a 10-year-old, officials say

An Israeli strike and gunfire killed at least 10 Palestinians, including a 10-year-old boy, and a senior Hamas police officer, in the Gaza Strip on

July 14, 2026
Israeli fire kills 10 in Gaza, including a 10-year-old, officials say
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World

US official says Nvidia has begun shipping powerful H200 AI chips to China

A top U.S. official told Congress on Tuesday that a small number of Nvidia H200 chips, one of the company's most powerful AI

July 14, 2026
US official says Nvidia has begun shipping powerful H200 AI chips to China
Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump says no one should be able to charge a fee for the Strait of Hormuz

U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday said he did not think anybody should be able to charge a fee for ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz.

July 14, 2026
Trump says no one should be able to charge a fee for the Strait of Hormuz
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World

Regulatory action on chips, AI is coming, Commerce official says

Action regulating artificial intelligence and semiconductors is coming, a U.S. Commerce Department official who oversees export controls said at a hearing on Tuesday.

July 14, 2026
Regulatory action on chips, AI is coming, Commerce official says
Crime|Political|US

US justices make rare Capitol Hill appearance to warn of threats against them

In a rare appearance before Congress, U.S.

July 14, 2026
US justices make rare Capitol Hill appearance to warn of threats against them
Crime|Health|Political

Trump says FBI is ‘wasting their time’ if they’re pursuing conspiracy theories in Graham death investigation

Trump says FBI is ‘wasting their time’ if they’re pursuing conspiracy theories in Graham death investigation

July 15, 2026
Trump says FBI is ‘wasting their time’ if they’re pursuing conspiracy theories in Graham death investigation
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Election|Finance|Health|Political|US

Wyden alleges RFK Jr. broke the law in calls urging Libertarians to quit Iowa races

Senator Ron Wyden has accused Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. of breaking the law by urging third-party candidates to drop out of Iowa congressional races

July 15, 2026
Wyden alleges RFK Jr. broke the law in calls urging Libertarians to quit Iowa races
Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Health|Political

Trump administration ends attempt to freeze $10B in federal funds for blue states

Trump administration ends attempt to freeze $10B in federal funds for blue states

July 15, 2026
Trump administration ends attempt to freeze $10B in federal funds for blue states
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Fed chief Warsh vows to 'do my job' if challenged by Trump

U.S.

July 14, 2026
Fed chief Warsh vows to 'do my job' if challenged by Trump
Crime|Political|US|World

Lawmakers seek to counter China, Iran repression tactics on US soil

U.S. lawmakers introduced a bipartisan bill on Tuesday to increase penalties for foreign government agents who threaten people on U.S. soil, a move

July 15, 2026
Lawmakers seek to counter China, Iran repression tactics on US soil
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political

E. Jean Carroll is paid $5.6 million in Trump sex abuse and defamation case

Court records show writer E

July 14, 2026
E. Jean Carroll is paid $5.6 million in Trump sex abuse and defamation case
Business|Economy|Political|World

Tracking traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, in maps and charts

Tracking traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, in maps and charts

June 18, 2026
Tracking traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, in maps and charts
Crime|Political|US

Justices Kagan and Barrett discuss security, emergency docket and ethics in rare appearance before Congress

Justices Kagan and Barrett discuss security, emergency docket and ethics in rare appearance before Congress

July 14, 2026
Justices Kagan and Barrett discuss security, emergency docket and ethics in rare appearance before Congress
Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Political

UK police say former politician and TV personality Ann Widdecombe was killed in ‘targeted attack’

British counterterror police say former politician and reality TV contestant Ann Widdecombe was killed in a targeted attack

July 14, 2026
UK police say former politician and TV personality Ann Widdecombe was killed in ‘targeted attack’
Health|Political

After Lindsey Graham's death, questions linger about aging politicians and health transparency

The sudden death of Sen. Lindsey Graham is renewing focus on the country’s aging lawmakers

July 14, 2026
After Lindsey Graham's death, questions linger about aging politicians and health transparency
Political

Graham Platner formally withdraws from Maine Senate race

The Maine Secretary of State’s office announced Graham Platner formally withdrew from the Maine Senate race on Friday.

July 10, 2026
Graham Platner formally withdraws from Maine Senate race
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Warsh says Fed has 'no tolerance' for high inflation but provides no hints on next move

Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh pledged to make high inflation “a thing of the past” in his first congressional testimony Tuesday, yet provided no signal about the central bank’s next steps

July 14, 2026
Warsh says Fed has 'no tolerance' for high inflation but provides no hints on next move
Interview|Opinion|Political|US

Thune says it would 'make a lot of sense' for Lindsey Graham's sister to replace him in Senate

CNN's Dana Bash asked Senate Majority Leader John Thune his opinion of President Donald Trump's suggestion on Truth Social that South Caroilna Gov. Henry McMaster should tap Sen. Lindsey Graham's sister, Darline Graham Nordone, to temporarily fill his seat.

July 13, 2026
Thune says it would 'make a lot of sense' for Lindsey Graham's sister to replace him in Senate
Election|Political|Travel|US

From the archives: Meet Lindsey Graham's sister, Darline Graham Nordone

CNN's Dana Bash visited then-presidential candidate Senator Lindsey Graham's childhood home in 2015.

July 13, 2026
From the archives: Meet Lindsey Graham's sister, Darline Graham Nordone
Arts|Business|Crime|Entertainment|Political|US

E. Jean Carroll officially receives more than $5M from Trump in sexual abuse and defamation judgment

E. Jean Carroll officially receives more than $5M from Trump in sexual abuse and defamation judgment

July 14, 2026
E. Jean Carroll officially receives more than $5M from Trump in sexual abuse and defamation judgment
Crime|Political|Sports|World

British lawmakers approve Hillsborough Law to stop official cover-ups after tragedies

British lawmakers have approved a law aimed at preventing police and officials from covering up errors and wrongdoing

July 14, 2026
British lawmakers approve Hillsborough Law to stop official cover-ups after tragedies
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Killings of three British politicians in a decade shine light on febrile political mood

Killings of three British politicians in a decade shine light on febrile political mood

July 14, 2026
Killings of three British politicians in a decade shine light on febrile political mood
Crime|Political|US|World

Video shows Capitol Police arrest man at north barricade of the US Capitol

US Capitol Police arrested at man at the Capitol’s north barricade who they said had a firearm, which is prohibited on Capitol grounds.

July 13, 2026
Video shows Capitol Police arrest man at north barricade of the US Capitol
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Trump task force uncovers more than $1 billion in trade fraud

Trump task force uncovers more than $1 billion in trade fraud

July 14, 2026
Trump task force uncovers more than $1 billion in trade fraud
Education|Political|World

Metro Atlanta parents, students push for school policy protecting students from ICE: "Students deserve to start the year without the fear..."

Metro Atlanta parents, students push for school policy protecting students from ICE: "Students deserve to start the year without the fear..."

July 14, 2026
Metro Atlanta parents, students push for school policy protecting students from ICE: "Students deserve to start the year without the fear..."
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine downs 5 Russian ballistic missiles as Kyiv looks to boost its air defenses

Ukraine’s air force says its air defenses intercepted five ballistic missiles launched by Russia in overnight attacks

July 14, 2026
Ukraine downs 5 Russian ballistic missiles as Kyiv looks to boost its air defenses
Arts|Opinion|Political|Science|World

As lawmakers politicize the 250th anniversary, Americans are looking for unity over division

While discord exists over the meaning of the 250th anniversary, Americans strongly believe there is more that unites the country than divides it.

July 14, 2026
As lawmakers politicize the 250th anniversary, Americans are looking for unity over division
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

One person dead after ICE-involved shooting in Maine

One person has been killed in a shooting involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Biddeford, Maine, according to the state’s speaker of the house. CNN's Rafael Romo reports.

July 13, 2026
One person dead after ICE-involved shooting in Maine
Health|Political|Science|Travel|World

US to block citizens in Congo from immediate travel home, citing Ebola

The Trump administration is blocking American citizens in the Democratic Republic of Congo from traveling to the U.S. on commercial flights,

July 14, 2026
US to block citizens in Congo from immediate travel home, citing Ebola
Europe|Political|World

Peace in Ukraine unlikely to be reached soon, Polish PM says

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Tuesday it seemed very unlikely that peace in Ukraine would be reached soon and he expected Russia to extend the conflict at least

July 14, 2026
Peace in Ukraine unlikely to be reached soon, Polish PM says
Asia|Political|World

China urges Europe to stop backing 'illegal' South China Sea ruling to avoid harming ties

China's foreign ministry on Tuesday called the European side to be cautious in its words and deeds on the South China Sea and stop endorsing the "illegal ruling" to

July 14, 2026
China urges Europe to stop backing 'illegal' South China Sea ruling to avoid harming ties
Business|Economy|Political|World

UAE says Iranian missiles struck oil tankers in Strait of Hormuz, one sailor killed

One Indian crew member was killed and eight others were wounded when two Emirati oil tankers were struck by Iranian cruise missiles in the Strait of Hormuz,

July 14, 2026
UAE says Iranian missiles struck oil tankers in Strait of Hormuz, one sailor killed
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Darline Graham, sister of Lindsey Graham, chosen to fulfill remainder of his US Senate term

South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster has named Darline Graham as her late brother Lindsey Graham’s temporary replacement in the U.S. Senate

July 13, 2026
Darline Graham, sister of Lindsey Graham, chosen to fulfill remainder of his US Senate term
Business|Crime|Political|World

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

July 14, 2026
Todd Blanche has to win over skeptical Republicans. Democrats are laying lots of traps
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.

July 11, 2026
Dana Bash presses Netanyahu on ongoing settler violence in West Bank
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.

July 14, 2026
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

July 14, 2026
US government rescinds $10 billion freeze for 5 states governed by Democrats
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-

July 14, 2026
China purges third Politburo member in deepening anti-graft drive
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

July 14, 2026
Japan to clarify central bank independence in final economic blueprint, media says
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

July 13, 2026
U.S. military renews strikes on Iran while tankers come under attack in Strait of Hormuz
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

July 14, 2026
Iran executes 2 Islamic State members convicted of armed rebellion
Arts|Crime|Political|US

Trump says Reflecting Pool has been drained and will be ‘put back into service soon’

Trump says Reflecting Pool has been drained and will be ‘put back into service soon’

July 14, 2026
Trump says Reflecting Pool has been drained and will be ‘put back into service soon’
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

July 13, 2026
US attacks Iran and Tehran retaliates across the Middle East as both vie for control of strait
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

July 14, 2026
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

July 13, 2026
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

U.S.

July 14, 2026
Trump sends Congress formal notice that Iran conflict has resumed
Business|Economy|Education|Election|Environment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Johnson gambles on ambitious summer agenda as GOP anxiety rises ahead of midterms

Johnson gambles on ambitious summer agenda as GOP anxiety rises ahead of midterms

July 14, 2026
Johnson gambles on ambitious summer agenda as GOP anxiety rises ahead of midterms
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?

July 14, 2026
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

July 14, 2026
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

July 14, 2026
Trump to assert voting machine vulnerabilities in Thursday speech
Environment|Political|US|World

Trump slashes the size of two Utah national monuments

U.S.

July 14, 2026
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

July 14, 2026
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

July 14, 2026
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

July 14, 2026
Americans expect prolonged US-Iran war as ceasefire falters, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
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

July 14, 2026
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

July 14, 2026
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

July 14, 2026
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

July 13, 2026
Feds turn over evidence in Renee Good and Alex Pretti killings to Minnesota after months of delay
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

July 14, 2026
Brazil's top court bars Senator Flavio Bolsonaro from visiting father until vote
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.

July 14, 2026
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.

July 14, 2026
Trump says the US will take out Pickaxe Mountain in Iran
Election|Political|US

South Carolina governor selects Darline Graham Nordone, Lindsey Graham’s sister, to finish his Senate term

South Carolina governor selects Darline Graham Nordone, Lindsey Graham’s sister, to finish his Senate term

July 13, 2026
South Carolina governor selects Darline Graham Nordone, Lindsey Graham’s sister, to finish his Senate term
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.

July 13, 2026
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

July 14, 2026
Abortion rights are on the ballot in 4 states. Here's what to know
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Tariff refunds push US June budget deficit to $120 billion

Growing refunds from President Donald Trump's tariffs, after they were ruled illegal, pushed the June federal budget deficit to $120 billion, the U.S.

July 14, 2026
Tariff refunds push US June budget deficit to $120 billion
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. 

July 14, 2026
US to begin enforcing maritime blockade on Iran on Tuesday
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

July 13, 2026
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

July 13, 2026
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

July 14, 2026
Lawmakers demand Pentagon release findings from probe of Iran school strike
Crime|Political|World

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

U.S.

July 14, 2026
Trump officials turn over withheld evidence in immigration agents' killings of Renee Good, Alex Pretti
Crime|Political|US|World

Rubio vows to ‘dismantle’ International Criminal Court

Rubio vows to ‘dismantle’ International Criminal Court

July 13, 2026
Rubio vows to ‘dismantle’ International Criminal Court
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Trump backs Russia sanctions package spearheaded by Graham

Trump backs Russia sanctions package spearheaded by Graham

July 14, 2026
Trump backs Russia sanctions package spearheaded by Graham
Crime|Health|Political|US

FACT FOCUS: Sen. Lindsey Graham's sudden death spurs false claims

Sen. Lindsey Graham’s unexpected death on Saturday night fueled baseless speculation on social media that his passing was the result of a criminal action

July 14, 2026
FACT FOCUS: Sen. Lindsey Graham's sudden death spurs false claims
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

July 09, 2026
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?

July 14, 2026
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?

July 14, 2026
Trump offers US protection in the Strait of Hormuz for a 20% fee. How would that work?
Crime|Political|US

Capitol Police arrest man with a handgun at north barricade of the US Capitol

Capitol Police arrest man with a handgun at north barricade of the US Capitol

July 13, 2026
Capitol Police arrest man with a handgun at north barricade of the US Capitol
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.

July 13, 2026
Trump administration launches effort to isolate International Criminal Court
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

July 14, 2026
Ukraine to produce French missiles, orders war planes, Macron says
Business|Crime|Political|US

Judge: Trump sought to ‘manipulate the judicial process’ with his IRS lawsuit and attempted $1.8B fund

Judge: Trump sought to ‘manipulate the judicial process’ with his IRS lawsuit and attempted $1.8B fund

July 13, 2026
Judge: Trump sought to ‘manipulate the judicial process’ with his IRS lawsuit and attempted $1.8B fund
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

July 13, 2026
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

July 13, 2026
EU rallies $1 billion in pledges for Gaza's recovery
Economy|Education|Political

Both Democrats and Republicans give millions to universities in earmarks – but not in the same way

Democrats tend to give less than Republicans when it comes to earmarked funding for universities – but they give more to minority-serving institutions.

June 08, 2026
Both Democrats and Republicans give millions to universities in earmarks – but not in the same way
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 $

July 13, 2026
Bosch begins sample production at its first US semiconductor plant
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

July 13, 2026
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'

July 13, 2026
JPMorgan's Dimon questioned on whether he lobbied UK government on Epstein's advice
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

July 13, 2026
South Carolina governor names Graham's sister as temporary Senate replacement
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.

July 13, 2026
Ukrainian PM Svyrydenko has submitted resignation, parliament speaker says
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Political|Technology|US

California, 11 states suing to block Paramount's $110 billion Warner Bros deal

California and 11 states are suing to block Paramount's $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros.

July 13, 2026
California, 11 states suing to block Paramount's $110 billion Warner Bros deal
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

July 13, 2026
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?

July 13, 2026
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

July 13, 2026
Man who killed Dartmouth professors at 17 to get a chance at parole in about 20 years, judge rules
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

July 13, 2026
Aortic tear blamed in Sen. Lindsey Graham’s sudden death is a fast-killing emergency
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

July 13, 2026
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.

July 13, 2026
US creates task force to prosecute leaks to news media, Hegseth says
Business|Economy|Political|World

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

July 13, 2026
Bangladesh says IMF agrees phased approach to reforms under new programme
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

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

July 13, 2026
Trump: Iran blockade reinstated, US to charge 20% on Strait of Hormuz cargo
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.

July 13, 2026
Trump says Lindsey Graham's sister should be interim South Carolina senator
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

July 13, 2026
N.J. man says he was almost kicked off plane after flight attendant found shirt offensive
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Lifestyle|Political

Part of roof blows off Philadelphia Housing Authority building during storm, residents evacuated

Part of roof blows off Philadelphia Housing Authority building during storm, residents evacuated

July 13, 2026
Part of roof blows off Philadelphia Housing Authority building during storm, residents evacuated
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

July 13, 2026
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

July 13, 2026
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

July 13, 2026
Trump’s latest leak hunt against The New York Times is deeply personal
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

July 13, 2026
EU chief weighs age restrictions for children using social media
Business|Economy|Education|Election|Political

Buttigieg urges Iowa Democrats to focus on affordability ahead of 2026

Buttigieg urges Iowa Democrats to focus on affordability ahead of 2026

July 13, 2026
Buttigieg urges Iowa Democrats to focus on affordability ahead of 2026
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

July 13, 2026
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.

July 13, 2026
Hungarian opposition Fidesz's parliamentary group chief resigns over legislation
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.

July 13, 2026
EU pledges €120 million to help Moldova's air defence system
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

July 13, 2026
Ousted PM Hasina faces prison on return to Bangladesh, minister says
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

July 13, 2026
Brazil's economy forecast to grow moderately after October presidential vote
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

July 13, 2026
Hungary parliament passes law to oust president in Magyar's power shake-up
Education|Political

When a congressman beat a senator unconscious, America confronted the limits of free speech

The beating of Sen. Charles Sumner in 1856 by Rep. Preston Brooks over a speech against slavery sparked a nationwide debate over free speech, political violence and the relationship between the two.

July 13, 2026
When a congressman beat a senator unconscious, America confronted the limits of free speech
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.

July 13, 2026
Cuba’s future remains in limbo while Trump’s unpredictable foreign policy offers no clear path forward
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political

The next big races between moderates and progressives are in pivotal Midwestern states

August primaries in Michigan, Wisconsin and Minnesota will be another gauge of Democratic voters’ frustration with the establishment

July 13, 2026
The next big races between moderates and progressives are in pivotal Midwestern states
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-

July 13, 2026
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

July 13, 2026
EU and partners launch $1 billion scheme to help Gaza recover from war
Business|Environment|Health|Political|Science|Technology|World

Pesticide makers stack wins against US environmental, public health groups

The U.S.

July 13, 2026
Pesticide makers stack wins against US environmental, public health groups
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

July 13, 2026
EU and Britain target Russian intelligence officers over a major cyberspying campaign
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

July 13, 2026
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.

July 13, 2026
Children's social media curbs planned across EU, von der Leyen says
Crime|Political|US

Justices Barrett and Kagan to face lawmakers after divisive Supreme Court term

Justices Barrett and Kagan to face lawmakers after divisive Supreme Court term

July 13, 2026
Justices Barrett and Kagan to face lawmakers after divisive Supreme Court term
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

July 13, 2026
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

July 13, 2026
Support for Israel isn't a high priority for younger Jewish Americans, an AP-NORC poll finds
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

July 13, 2026
Rebels in Congo see Ebola as chance to show governing credentials
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

July 13, 2026
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

July 13, 2026
No EU agreement yet on 21st Russian sanctions package, Kallas says
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

July 13, 2026
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.

July 12, 2026
Iran expands attacks on Gulf states after US strikes, says Strait of Hormuz closed
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

July 12, 2026
The US launches more strikes on Iran as the standoff over the Strait of Hormuz escalates
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU ministers remain divided over curbing trade with Israeli settlements

By Andrew Gray and Bart H.

July 13, 2026
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. 

July 13, 2026
Minnesota governor mobilizes National Guard to battle wildfires in northern part of state
Health|Political|US

McConnell says after weeks of speculation that hospitalization was due to a fall

McConnell says after weeks of speculation that hospitalization was due to a fall

July 13, 2026
McConnell says after weeks of speculation that hospitalization was due to a fall
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

July 10, 2026
Houston officials call out lack of federal collaboration after fatal ICE shooting
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

July 12, 2026
Lindsey Graham remembered for a vision of American foreign policy that’s fading in Washington
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

July 12, 2026
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.

July 13, 2026
McConnell says he is unable to return to US Senate yet
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

July 13, 2026
McConnell says a fall led to his hospitalization, breaking weeks of silence about health condition
Election|Finance|Political

Lindsey Graham’s death will shake the Senate, and the November election. Here’s what comes next

Lindsey Graham’s death will shake the Senate, and the November election. Here’s what comes next

July 12, 2026
Lindsey Graham’s death will shake the Senate, and the November election. Here’s what comes next
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

July 13, 2026
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

July 13, 2026
Several people killed in Chile after car driven by navy officer crashes into an open-air market
Crime|Environment|Political|US

Philadelphia area digs out from damage left by a severe series of microburst storms

Residents of Philadelphia and some surrounding counties are cleaning up and assessing damage after a series of severe storms called microbursts swept through with winds up to 60 or 70 miles per hour

July 13, 2026
Philadelphia area digs out from damage left by a severe series of microburst storms
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

July 12, 2026
Qatar's former ruler Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has died at 74
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

July 12, 2026
Israel's election will be held on October 27, coalition head says
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

July 12, 2026
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

July 12, 2026
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

July 12, 2026
Macron warns of resurgent demons of antisemitism as France honors Alfred Dreyfus
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

July 12, 2026
Ukraine's prime minister steps down as Zelenskyy announces government reshuffle
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

July 12, 2026
Israeli attacks in Gaza kill six people, including a girl, medics say
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump says Strait of Hormuz open to commercial traffic

U.S.

July 12, 2026
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

July 12, 2026
28-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murdering former UK lawmaker
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

July 12, 2026
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

July 12, 2026
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

July 12, 2026
Myanmar tells ASEAN 'sister' Aung San Suu Kyi will be looked after, envoy says
Business|Economy|Education|Health|Political

It was supposed to be Trump’s big legislative achievement. It could be a weapon for Democrats to win in the midterms

It was supposed to be Trump’s big legislative achievement. It could be a weapon for Democrats to win in the midterms

July 12, 2026
It was supposed to be Trump’s big legislative achievement. It could be a weapon for Democrats to win in the midterms
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Stock Markets|US

A rare bipartisan housing bill just became law – but Americans will still struggle with affordability

The legislation is the first major housing bill to pass in decades.

July 11, 2026
A rare bipartisan housing bill just became law – but Americans will still struggle with affordability
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.

July 12, 2026
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.

July 12, 2026
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

July 12, 2026
Iraqi prime minister to visit Washington on Monday; oil and gas deals expected
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

July 12, 2026
Former Qatar ruler Sheikh Hamad, a moderniser who seized power, has died
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

July 12, 2026
Malaysia PM's coalition routed by key partner in Johor state poll, testing federal ties
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

July 11, 2026
Mexican builder fatally shot by an ICE officer is mourned after making a life in the US
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

July 11, 2026
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

July 12, 2026
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

July 11, 2026
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

July 11, 2026
Russian strikes kill eight, wound dozens, Ukraine's Zelenskiy seeks faster weapons deliveries
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

July 12, 2026
Democrat announces whistleblower allegations of construction problems at Kennedy Center
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

July 12, 2026
Democratic congressman says he was detained by the Israeli military and settlers in the West Bank
Arts|Environment|Political|US|Videos

Trump’s DC beautification push navigates troubled waters

Trump’s DC beautification push navigates troubled waters

July 12, 2026
Trump’s DC beautification push navigates troubled waters
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

July 11, 2026
New York Times reporters are subpoenaed after Air Force One stories, raising press freedom concerns
Business|Crime|Political|US

Trump administration subpoenas New York Times journalists who reported security concerns around new Air Force One

Trump administration subpoenas New York Times journalists who reported security concerns around new Air Force One

July 11, 2026
Trump administration subpoenas New York Times journalists who reported security concerns around new Air Force One
Health|Political|US|World

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

U.S.

July 11, 2026
Trump revives praise for his health, cognitive test in post about May physical
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

July 11, 2026
Judge tosses remnants of Proud Boys seditious conspiracy case after Trump's broad clemency
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

July 11, 2026
Russian attacks kill 6 and wound 29 as Ukrainian forces target oil tankers
Election|Political

To the GOP, he's a sham candidate. At home, he’s Mr. Sullivan, ex-teacher and Alaska Senate hopeful

Many longtime residents of the small Alaska fishing community of Petersburg say they opposed efforts by the state to keep a local man named Dan Sullivan from running in this year's U.S. Senate race, even if they're not voting for him

July 11, 2026
To the GOP, he's a sham candidate. At home, he’s Mr. Sullivan, ex-teacher and Alaska Senate hopeful
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

July 11, 2026
US seeks free Hormuz access from Iran as talks focus on strait
MidEast|Political|World

US Democrat Ro Khanna detained by Israeli settlers during West Bank visit

U.S.

July 11, 2026
US Democrat Ro Khanna detained by Israeli settlers during West Bank visit
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

July 11, 2026
Moldova's president nominates Vasile Tofan as prime minister
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Election|Entertainment|Finance|Health|Interview|Lifestyle|Political|US|Videos

Michigan Democrats are angry at their party. Abdul El-Sayed thinks he knows why

Michigan Democrats are angry at their party. Abdul El-Sayed thinks he knows why

July 11, 2026
Michigan Democrats are angry at their party. Abdul El-Sayed thinks he knows why
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Science|Technology

As gas plants rise to power AI, renewable energy allies are fighting for cleaner alternatives

Renewable energy allies are trying to ensure that massive data centers will be powered by climate-friendly sources

July 11, 2026
As gas plants rise to power AI, renewable energy allies are fighting for cleaner alternatives
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

July 11, 2026
The view from Tehran: Anger and vengeance in the air as Iran buries its longest-serving leader
Crime|Political|US|Videos

Takeaways from the preliminary hearing for Charlie Kirk’s accused killer

Takeaways from the preliminary hearing for Charlie Kirk’s accused killer

July 11, 2026
Takeaways from the preliminary hearing for Charlie Kirk’s accused killer
Political|US|World

Trump says missiles aimed at Iran if Tehran targets US president

U.S.

July 11, 2026
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

July 11, 2026
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

July 11, 2026
US, Canada strike deal on tolls to let new bridge open on July 27
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

July 10, 2026
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.

July 11, 2026
Soccer-England's Kane confirms golf outing with Trump, praises president's game
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

July 11, 2026
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.

July 11, 2026
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

July 11, 2026
New Zealand, India upgrade ties as PM Modi visits Auckland
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

July 11, 2026
Trump officials sought ways to sidestep election agency before firings, sources say
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

July 11, 2026
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

July 11, 2026
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

July 11, 2026
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,

July 11, 2026
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

July 11, 2026
Cuba's power grid fails for second time this week, plunging country into darkness
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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

July 11, 2026
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

July 11, 2026
Malaysians in Johor state go to the polls in test of unity for PM Anwar's coalition
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Vance leasing part of multimillion-dollar Virginia farm as an additional residence

Vance leasing part of multimillion-dollar Virginia farm as an additional residence

July 11, 2026
Vance leasing part of multimillion-dollar Virginia farm as an additional residence
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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

July 11, 2026
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.

July 11, 2026
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.

July 11, 2026
Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner formally withdraws from race
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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

July 10, 2026
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?

July 11, 2026
The newest Air Force One is flying, but is it ready to deal with all the threats a president faces?
Americas|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Interview|Political|US|Videos

Defense tries to sow doubt about evidence in Charlie Kirk's killing

Lawyers for the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk are trying to sow doubt about the case

July 10, 2026
Defense tries to sow doubt about evidence in Charlie Kirk's killing
Arts|Crime|Environment|Political|US

Crews are draining the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool again as part of Trump's troubled revamp

Crews are draining the Lincoln Memorial's Reflecting Pool again as President Donald Trump's problem-plagued effort to renovate the site pushes past his initial July 4 deadline

July 10, 2026
Crews are draining the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool again as part of Trump's troubled revamp
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

July 11, 2026
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

July 10, 2026
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

July 10, 2026
Trump says US agreed to Iran's request to continue talks, but ceasefire is over
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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,

July 11, 2026
US court pauses union lawsuit against Trump consumer watchdog
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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

July 11, 2026
Baptisms, heat, MAHA: A look back at 16 days of Trump’s Great American State Fair
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

July 10, 2026
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

July 11, 2026
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

July 11, 2026
Detroit-Canada bridge to open by late July after delay due to issues between countries, sources say
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

July 11, 2026
Israel shared intel on Iranian hardliners’ desire to target Trump, sources say, as Netanyahu looks to influence course of war
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.

July 11, 2026
China can help end Ukraine war by pressuring Russia, U.S. Senator Graham says
Crime|Education|Political|US

The Latest: Testimony concludes in pre-trial hearing in Charlie Kirk killing

A preliminary hearing in the case of the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk is done, for now

July 10, 2026
The Latest: Testimony concludes in pre-trial hearing in Charlie Kirk killing
Crime|Economy|Education|Health|Political

Strained Ohio county seeks help to care for 16 siblings from squalid home and prosecute their family

The discovery of 16 siblings who authorities say were held at a home for years in squalid conditions is straining their rural Ohio county’s resources as it works to prosecute their parents and two grandparents and address the needs of so many children at once

July 11, 2026
Strained Ohio county seeks help to care for 16 siblings from squalid home and prosecute their family
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

July 10, 2026
Israel shared intelligence with US of Iranian plot to assassinate Trump, sources say
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

July 10, 2026
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

July 10, 2026
US senators say agreement reached with Trump on Russia sanctions bill
Education|Health|Political|Sports

Families withdraw lawsuit over New Hampshire's transgender athlete law

Families withdraw lawsuit over New Hampshire's transgender athlete law

July 11, 2026
Families withdraw lawsuit over New Hampshire's transgender athlete law
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

July 10, 2026
Iran has asked to continue talks and the US agreed, Trump says
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

July 10, 2026
Namibia secures China deals on infrastructure, mining and energy with state visit
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.

July 10, 2026
Trump's promise on Patriots will take time, leaving Ukraine facing tough choices
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

July 10, 2026
A 300-year-old bonfire tradition in Northern Ireland has turned its flames on Muslims
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

July 10, 2026
Donald Trump ousts election commission members in latest push to reshape US voting process
Election|Political|US

These Maine Democrats are running to replace Graham Platner in the Senate race

These Maine Democrats are running to replace Graham Platner in the Senate race

July 09, 2026
These Maine Democrats are running to replace Graham Platner in the Senate race
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

July 10, 2026
Trump will let bipartisan housing bill become law without signing in protest over GOP voter ID law
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Trump admin strikes $26 million settlement deal with Keystone Pipeline operator for 2022 oil spill

Trump admin strikes $26 million settlement deal with Keystone Pipeline operator for 2022 oil spill

July 10, 2026
Trump admin strikes $26 million settlement deal with Keystone Pipeline operator for 2022 oil spill
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Arizona seniors among highest risk for heat-related death, groups trying to change that

Arizona seniors among highest risk for heat-related death, groups trying to change that

July 10, 2026
Arizona seniors among highest risk for heat-related death, groups trying to change that
Arts|Crime|Political|US

East Nashville neighbors launch mural project to replace white nationalist graffiti on historic silo

East Nashville neighbors launch mural project to replace white nationalist graffiti on historic silo

July 10, 2026
East Nashville neighbors launch mural project to replace white nationalist graffiti on historic silo
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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

July 10, 2026
Pentagon says suspension lifted for South Carolina helicopter pilots following July 4 beach event
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

July 10, 2026
Countries must reject Iran efforts to control Hormuz, UN agency document says
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

July 10, 2026
Georgian opposition politician sentenced to 13 years on terrorism charge
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Trump says he will not sign 'big yawn' bipartisan housing bill

U.S.

July 10, 2026
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,

July 10, 2026
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.

July 10, 2026
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

July 10, 2026
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

July 10, 2026
How the absence of Iran's new supreme leader is becoming a liability for the Islamic Republic
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

July 10, 2026
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

July 10, 2026
Trump says he won’t sign housing bill that’s set to become law at midnight
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

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

July 10, 2026
NATO leaders came to Turkey to discuss security. Erdogan gave them each an engraved revolver
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

July 10, 2026
Greece arrests two over deadly 2010 protest fire-bombing
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

July 10, 2026
As the country turns 250, retired judges hit the road to defend judicial independence
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

July 10, 2026
Xi urges China, North Korea to keep 'strategic resolve' amid global turmoil
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

Trump makes the stock market his scoreboard, but many Americans aren't even in the game

U.S. President Donald Trump began this week with an Oval Office first: ringing the stock market's opening bell.

July 10, 2026
Trump makes the stock market his scoreboard, but many Americans aren't even in the game
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

July 10, 2026
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

July 10, 2026
Sudan's cholera outbreak may get worse due to conflict and rains, WHO warns
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

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

July 10, 2026
Kremlin says Russia is in touch with Turkey on fate of Russian S-400 missiles
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Political

British police investigate donations to Farage's Reform party

British police are investigating at least £500,000 ($671,000) in donations to Nigel Farage's populist Reform UK party made by the mother of a close

July 10, 2026
British police investigate donations to Farage's Reform party
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

July 10, 2026
Rutte, Zelenskiy to attend Ukraine 'Coalition of the Willing' meeting, Elysee says
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

July 10, 2026
Child’s rape and murder in India sparks mob and police killings
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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

July 10, 2026
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

July 10, 2026
Three arrested over firebombings of homes linked to Greek ruling party
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

July 10, 2026
Senegal's top court calls parliament-backed reform 'unconstitutional'
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 

July 10, 2026
Sri Lanka moves to address prison overcrowding after riot kills 28
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

July 10, 2026
ECB is back to square one as US-Iran war resumes
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

July 09, 2026
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.

July 10, 2026
Bangladesh's Hasina plans December return with party colleagues to surrender
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

July 10, 2026
A shoe factory fire that killed 28 highlights China's persisting worker safety risks
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

July 10, 2026
ASEAN to discuss engagement with Myanmar at special meeting, Philippines says
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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

July 10, 2026
Japan signals massive pension shift to domestic assets, sparking rally in yen, bonds
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

July 10, 2026
Millions who rely on US-funded HIV/AIDS programs face uncertainty as financial cliff looms
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

July 10, 2026
Mexican man killed in Houston ICE shooting was not the target of operation, lawmaker says
Election|Political|US|World

Trump fires Election Assistance Commission members ahead of midterms

U.S.

July 10, 2026
Trump fires Election Assistance Commission members ahead of midterms
Crime|Political|US|World

DOJ sues Maryland, alleges state policies interfere with immigration crackdown

The U.S.

July 10, 2026
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

July 09, 2026
US and Iran exchange intensifying fire across Mideast, threatening ceasefire deal
Election|Political|US|World

Trump fires Election Assistance Commission leaders

Trump fires Election Assistance Commission leaders

July 10, 2026
Trump fires Election Assistance Commission leaders
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?

July 10, 2026
Iran’s supreme leader missed his father’s momentous funeral – now what?
Business|Election|Political|US

Victor Marx wins the Republican primary for Colorado governor

Marine Corps veteran Victor Marx has won the Republican primary for Colorado governor

July 10, 2026
Victor Marx wins the Republican primary for Colorado governor
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

July 10, 2026
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

July 10, 2026
Sudan army says US peace plan must call for full RSF withdrawal from cities, documents show
Business|Environment|Health|Political|US|World

US House to vote on bill to make daylight saving time permanent

The U.S.

July 10, 2026
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

July 10, 2026
Federal grand jury indicts 8 men over alleged plot to attack White House UFC event, DOJ says
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

July 09, 2026
Slain Iranian leader buried as successor remains out of sight
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

July 09, 2026
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

July 09, 2026
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

July 09, 2026
The Latest: Trump spoke with Netanyahu about US ‘moves’ in the Persian Gulf
Crime|Election|Political|US

Victor Marx, a self-described ‘high-risk humanitarian,’ will win GOP nomination for Colorado governor, CNN projects

Victor Marx, a self-described ‘high-risk humanitarian,’ will win GOP nomination for Colorado governor, CNN projects

July 10, 2026
Victor Marx, a self-described ‘high-risk humanitarian,’ will win GOP nomination for Colorado governor, CNN projects
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

July 10, 2026
8 men indicted in planned drone and sniper attack on White House UFC cage-fighting show
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

July 10, 2026
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,

July 10, 2026
Zelenskiy says Patriot missile licences agreed with US at political level
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.

July 10, 2026
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

July 10, 2026
In Houston's 'Little Mexico,' an ICE shooting leaves scars
Education|Political|World

US DOJ says Jersey City college prep school to end DEI admissions practices

The U.S.

July 10, 2026
US DOJ says Jersey City college prep school to end DEI admissions practices
Business|Crime|Election|Environment|Europe|Political|Science|Sports|US|World

Who will replace Platner on the Maine ballot? These Democrats are raising their hands

Democrats in Maine are beginning a sprint to nominate a new candidate for a pivotal U.S. Senate seat

July 09, 2026
Who will replace Platner on the Maine ballot? These Democrats are raising their hands
Crime|Political|Sports|US|World

Former Olympian pleads not guilty in Reflecting Pool damage case after Trump alleged vandalism

A former Olympic canoe racer has pleaded not guilty to deliberately damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool

July 09, 2026
Former Olympian pleads not guilty in Reflecting Pool damage case after Trump alleged vandalism
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Republican Sen. Grassley probing FBI Director Patel’s travel and spending

Republican Sen. Grassley probing FBI Director Patel’s travel and spending

July 10, 2026
Republican Sen. Grassley probing FBI Director Patel’s travel and spending
Health|Political|US|World

Mitch McConnell's health absence a mystery with US Senate poised to return

The U.S.

July 10, 2026
Mitch McConnell's health absence a mystery with US Senate poised to return
Political|US|World

Skeptical US Democrats in Congress urge debate on Israel plans

A group of U.S. lawmakers is urging fellow Democrats to block military spending legislation until the Senate debates proposals to deepen ties with

July 10, 2026
Skeptical US Democrats in Congress urge debate on Israel plans
Arts|Business|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science|Technology

The next steps for a weakened NYC high-rise are up in the air. Here’s what’s happening now – and what could come next

The next steps for a weakened NYC high-rise are up in the air. Here’s what’s happening now – and what could come next

July 09, 2026
The next steps for a weakened NYC high-rise are up in the air. Here’s what’s happening now – and what could come next
Crime|Political|World

Costa Rica's new president clashes with judiciary over tackling drug violence

A fierce standoff between Costa Rica's recently elected President Laura Fernandez and the country's judiciary is stalling a coordinated state response to

July 09, 2026
Costa Rica's new president clashes with judiciary over tackling drug violence
Europe|Political|World

UK's likely next PM, Andy Burnham, says he wants to put more pressure on Israel

Andy Burnham, who is expected to be named as Britain's new prime minister later this month, wants to exert more pressure on the Israeli government over its actions in Gaza,

July 09, 2026
UK's likely next PM, Andy Burnham, says he wants to put more pressure on Israel
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

US EPA proposes easing Biden heavy-truck emissions rules

The U.S.

July 09, 2026
US EPA proposes easing Biden heavy-truck emissions rules
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

UN agency says Russian strikes killed at least 265 civilians in Ukraine in June

Russian strikes killed at least 265 civilians in Ukraine and injured 1,816 in June, the highest combined casualty count since the first months after Moscow's full-scale

July 10, 2026
UN agency says Russian strikes killed at least 265 civilians in Ukraine in June
Economy|Political|World

Iran says it hits U.S. military targets in Gulf, buries slain leader Khamenei

Iranian armed forces launched attacks on U.S. military infrastructure in Gulf states on Thursday following U.S. strikes on

July 09, 2026
Iran says it hits U.S. military targets in Gulf, buries slain leader Khamenei
Europe|Political|World

From threats to praise, Trump keeps allies guessing at NATO summit

As they prepared for this week's NATO summit in Ankara, the leaders of America's allies wondered which Donald Trump would join them - the

July 10, 2026
From threats to praise, Trump keeps allies guessing at NATO summit
Crime|Election|Political|US

Inside the insurgent rise and rapid downfall of Graham Platner’s campaign

Inside the insurgent rise and rapid downfall of Graham Platner’s campaign

July 10, 2026
Inside the insurgent rise and rapid downfall of Graham Platner’s campaign
Business|Health|Lifestyle|Political

About 4,000 Brigham and Women's Hospital nurses take to picket lines in 1-day strike over wages, benefits

About 4,000 Brigham and Women's Hospital nurses take to picket lines in 1-day strike over wages, benefits

July 10, 2026
About 4,000 Brigham and Women's Hospital nurses take to picket lines in 1-day strike over wages, benefits
Crime|Health|Political

Man accused of shooting two National Guard members hospitalized after refusing to eat in jail

Man accused of shooting two National Guard members hospitalized after refusing to eat in jail

July 10, 2026
Man accused of shooting two National Guard members hospitalized after refusing to eat in jail
Africa|Europe|Political|World

Russia is ready to help Mozambique fight 'terrorist threat', TASS cites Lavrov

Russia is ready to help Mozambique eliminate the "terrorist threat" it faces, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Thursday, the state TASS news agency reported.

July 09, 2026
Russia is ready to help Mozambique fight 'terrorist threat', TASS cites Lavrov
Crime|Political|World

Clashes in Ukraine's Lviv highlight wartime tensions over draft

Authorities in Ukraine launched inquiries on Thursday into violent clashes in the western city of Lviv a day earlier over the country's military draft, the

July 09, 2026
Clashes in Ukraine's Lviv highlight wartime tensions over draft
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Oil prices settle 2% lower as economic worries outweigh supply risks

Oil prices slid about 2% on Thursday on worries that rising inflation and other economic concerns could weigh on global oil demand despite continuing supply

July 09, 2026
Oil prices settle 2% lower as economic worries outweigh supply risks
Election|Political|US|World

Who is running to replace Maine US Senate candidate Graham Platner?

Maine's Democratic U.S. Senate nominee Graham Platner said on Wednesday he would drop out of the race following a sexual assault allegation he has denied. 

July 08, 2026
Who is running to replace Maine US Senate candidate Graham Platner?
Education|Health|Opinion|Political|Sports

Banning transgender girls from school sports affects all children – why allowing strangers to scrutinize children’s bodies may put all girls at risk of harassment

The US Supreme Court ruled that states could exclude transgender athletes from girls and women’s sports teams.

July 01, 2026
Banning transgender girls from school sports affects all children – why allowing strangers to scrutinize children’s bodies may put all girls at risk of harassment
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Oil tanker traffic through Hormuz at near standstill as attacks strain Iran truce

Oil tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz was at a near standstill on Thursday, according to data and sources, as shipping risks escalated after the

July 09, 2026
Oil tanker traffic through Hormuz at near standstill as attacks strain Iran truce
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Fed's Williams expects energy prices to abate even as Iran war flares

By Michael S.

July 09, 2026
Fed's Williams expects energy prices to abate even as Iran war flares
Election|Political|US|World

Trump seeks do-overs at a Supreme Court that rarely grants them

Trump seeks do-overs at a Supreme Court that rarely grants them

July 09, 2026
Trump seeks do-overs at a Supreme Court that rarely grants them
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Spain says Trump softened rhetoric after learning of Madrid's contributions to NATO

Madrid said on Thursday U.S.

July 09, 2026
Spain says Trump softened rhetoric after learning of Madrid's contributions to NATO
Crime|Political|US

Former US Olympian pleads not guilty in Reflecting Pool vandalism case

A former U.S.

July 09, 2026
Former US Olympian pleads not guilty in Reflecting Pool vandalism case
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Ukrainian drones batter Russian oil facilities and set more oil tankers ablaze

Ukrainian drones hit more Russian oil facilities and set two oil tankers ablaze in the Sea of Azov, a day after U.S. President Donald Trump pledged to grant Ukraine a license to manufacture the Patriot air defense systems

July 09, 2026
Ukrainian drones batter Russian oil facilities and set more oil tankers ablaze
Europe|Political|Travel|World

Security concerns prompted Trump to depart Turkey on older plane while sending Qatari-donated jet ahead, officials say

Security concerns prompted Trump to depart Turkey on older plane while sending Qatari-donated jet ahead, officials say

July 09, 2026
Security concerns prompted Trump to depart Turkey on older plane while sending Qatari-donated jet ahead, officials say
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Turkey's Erdogan gives NATO leaders revolver conundrum after summit

Belgium's prime minister was a little surprised on landing back home from Wednesday's NATO summit in Turkey to find that he had a handgun and ammunition in his luggage.

July 09, 2026
Turkey's Erdogan gives NATO leaders revolver conundrum after summit
Business|Economy|Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Burnham on course to become UK prime minister as nominations open for Labour leadership

Nominations have opened in a Labour Party election to replace Keir Starmer as Britain's prime minister

July 09, 2026
Burnham on course to become UK prime minister as nominations open for Labour leadership
Education|Opinion|Political|Science

Justice Jackson’s birthright citizenship opinion includes Black Americans in the story of the nation’s search for equality

Jackson’s concurrence traces the 14th Amendment to work done by people ‘beyond Congress’ and Black Americans who ‘helped galvanize the push for full equality.’

July 09, 2026
Justice Jackson’s birthright citizenship opinion includes Black Americans in the story of the nation’s search for equality
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Iran says millions are mourning Khamenei. That’s not the full picture

Iran says millions are mourning Khamenei. That’s not the full picture

July 09, 2026
Iran says millions are mourning Khamenei. That’s not the full picture
Crime|Europe|Political|World

EU proposes asset freezes and travel bans to fight migrant smuggling

The European Union proposed on Thursday a new sanctions framework targeting migrant smuggling, human trafficking, and other forms of organised crime, which would impose 

July 09, 2026
EU proposes asset freezes and travel bans to fight migrant smuggling
Asia|Economy|Political|World

ASEAN foreign ministers to hold meeting with Myanmar counterpart at weekend

Foreign Ministers of the Southeast Asian bloc ASEAN will hold an informal meeting with their Myanmar counterpart in Bangkok on July 12, Thailand and Vietnam said on Thursday.

July 09, 2026
ASEAN foreign ministers to hold meeting with Myanmar counterpart at weekend
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says US wrong to think escalation of Ukrainian strikes can help end war

Russia said on Thursday the United States was wrong to believe deep Ukrainian strikes into Russian territory could help bring about an end to more than four years of war,

July 09, 2026
Kremlin says US wrong to think escalation of Ukrainian strikes can help end war
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Markets remain long TACO

What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Anna Szymanski, Editor-in-Charge, Reuters

July 09, 2026
Markets remain long TACO
Environment|Political|Science|World

Syria regains its voting rights at chemical weapons watchdog

Member states handed back Syria's voting rights at the global chemical weapons watchdog on Thursday, following what they described as "a significant change in

July 09, 2026
Syria regains its voting rights at chemical weapons watchdog
Business|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Germany to buy US Tomahawks in shift towards own long-range capability

Germany will purchase Tomahawk cruise missiles from the United States and station them on German soil, Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Thursday, in a shift from planned

July 09, 2026
Germany to buy US Tomahawks in shift towards own long-range capability
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|Technology

Palantir says UK police contract wrongly blocked over perceived 'values'

U.S. tech firm Palantir is challenging a decision to block a contract with London police, arguing on Thursday that London mayor Sadiq Khan's office wrongly took into account

July 09, 2026
Palantir says UK police contract wrongly blocked over perceived 'values'
Crime|Europe|Political|World

How will Marine Le Pen's legal problems affect her presidential campaign?

French far-right leader Marine Le Pen is running for president, but unresolved legal questions loom over her campaign.

July 09, 2026
How will Marine Le Pen's legal problems affect her presidential campaign?
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Putin likely to escalate Ukraine war, despite Trump peace push, sources say

President Vladimir Putin is rejecting calls to negotiate peace with Kyiv, three sources close to the Kremlin told Reuters, with Ukraine's recent drone strikes on Russia's oil

July 09, 2026
Putin likely to escalate Ukraine war, despite Trump peace push, sources say
Africa|Economy|Political

Zambia election will put Hichilema's economic record to the test

Zambia is gearing up for an August election in which President Hakainde Hichilema is favoured to win a second term but may face a strong challenge from

July 09, 2026
Zambia election will put Hichilema's economic record to the test
Asia|Political|Science|Technology|World

Philippines rejects Chinese scholars' claim over its island province near Taiwan

The defence minister of the Philippines on Thursday rejected as "baseless" and "ludicrous" assertions by Chinese scholars that its northernmost island-chain province belongs

July 09, 2026
Philippines rejects Chinese scholars' claim over its island province near Taiwan
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Italy expels two Russian embassy staff over spying case

The Italian government has decided to expel two military attaches at the Russian Embassy in Italy who were allegedly involved in espionage activities, Foreign Minister Antonio

July 09, 2026
Italy expels two Russian embassy staff over spying case
Europe|Political|World

NATO weathers another Trump storm but braces for more after Ankara summit

NATO has weathered another storm from Donald Trump but European members of the military alliance are bracing for more turbulence ahead in

July 09, 2026
NATO weathers another Trump storm but braces for more after Ankara summit
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Russia and Sahel states deepen military ties as insurgent attacks persist

Russia and the West African countries making up the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) - Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso - have pledged to strengthen military cooperation as

July 09, 2026
Russia and Sahel states deepen military ties as insurgent attacks persist
Business|Economy|Education|Election|Finance|Political

A democratic socialist in Wisconsin tests how far left voters want to go in a battleground state

Democratic socialists have recently won elections in New York City, Washington, D.C., and Denver

July 09, 2026
A democratic socialist in Wisconsin tests how far left voters want to go in a battleground state
Africa|Crime|Political|World

ICC official says breakthrough made in Darfur investigations

ِِA "breakthrough" has been made in the investigation into crimes committed during Sudan's war in the Darfur region allowing prosecutors to link them

July 09, 2026
ICC official says breakthrough made in Darfur investigations
Asia|Europe|Political|Travel|World

Taiwan pushes back at China patrols with Coast Guard trip for foreign lawmakers

Taiwan's government took a small group of foreign lawmakers on a Coast Guard ship

July 09, 2026
Taiwan pushes back at China patrols with Coast Guard trip for foreign lawmakers
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Asia seeks strategic flexibility amid US-China rivalry

Asian policymakers, investors and business leaders are increasingly portraying themselves as active participants in navigating a more fragmented global

July 09, 2026
Asia seeks strategic flexibility amid US-China rivalry
Arts|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Far-right ex-mayor of Rome emerges as unlikely prison campaigner

Far-right, fresh out of jail, and teamed up with a man who wants criminals to "rot" behind bars: Italy's Gianni Alemanno is an unlikely

July 09, 2026
Far-right ex-mayor of Rome emerges as unlikely prison campaigner
Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World

The US is striking Iran again. Can it ever deliver a knockout blow?

The US is striking Iran again. Can it ever deliver a knockout blow?

July 09, 2026
The US is striking Iran again. Can it ever deliver a knockout blow?
Asia|Crime|Political|World

South Korea's Supreme Court upholds lower court ruling in ex-president Yoon's obstruction case

South Korea's Supreme Court on Thursday upheld a seven-year prison sentence handed down to former President Yoon Suk Yeol for

July 09, 2026
South Korea's Supreme Court upholds lower court ruling in ex-president Yoon's obstruction case
Arts|Education|Political|US|World

Smithsonian head says White House report unfairly characterized US history museum

Smithsonian Institution Secretary Lonnie Bunch said a White House report that accused the institution's National Museum of American History of "thinly

July 09, 2026
Smithsonian head says White House report unfairly characterized US history museum
Asia|Australia|Economy|Political|World

New Zealand to consider joining Australia and Fiji in defence alliance, PM says

New Zealand will consider joining a defence alliance between Australia and Fiji that both countries entered earlier this week, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said on

July 09, 2026
New Zealand to consider joining Australia and Fiji in defence alliance, PM says
Election|Political|US

Senate hopeful Haley Stevens knows how to win in Michigan. Democrats must decide if that's enough

U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens is closing Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary by arguing she is the party’s strongest candidate to beat Republicans

July 09, 2026
Senate hopeful Haley Stevens knows how to win in Michigan. Democrats must decide if that's enough
Economy|Political|World

US military carries out fresh strikes on Iran, prompting Iran attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain

The U.S. military said on Wednesday it launched fresh strikes on Iran to keep the Strait of Hormuz open to shipping,

July 08, 2026
US military carries out fresh strikes on Iran, prompting Iran attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain
Crime|Political|US|World

Judge orders E. Jean Carroll be paid $5.8M in Trump sex abuse and defamation case; Trump appeals

A federal judge has ruled that E

July 08, 2026
Judge orders E. Jean Carroll be paid $5.8M in Trump sex abuse and defamation case; Trump appeals
Business|Crime|Education|Political

Prosecutors play video in court of suspect in Charlie Kirk's shooting after he turned himself in

Prosecutors in Utah played a video clip that provided a rare glimpse of Tyler Robinson after the defendant in the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk first turned himself in

July 08, 2026
Prosecutors play video in court of suspect in Charlie Kirk's shooting after he turned himself in
MidEast|Political|World

Funeral processions held in holy Iraqi cities for Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Funeral processions for Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei have been held in Iraq's holy cities of Najaf and Karbala

July 08, 2026
Funeral processions held in holy Iraqi cities for Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
Crime|Political|US

Democrat Graham Platner says he plans to withdraw from Maine Senate race after sexual assault claim

Democrat Graham Platner says he plans to withdraw from the U.S. Senate race in Maine after a woman who dated him said he drunkenly forced her to have sex despite her telling him to stop

July 09, 2026
Democrat Graham Platner says he plans to withdraw from Maine Senate race after sexual assault claim
MidEast|Political|World

US launches new airstrikes on Iran, with Tehran firing back at 3 Gulf Arab states

The United States launched new airstrikes against Iran early Thursday, and Tehran responded by hitting Bahrain, Kuwait and Qatar in crossfire that again threatened an interim deal intended to help end the war

July 08, 2026
US launches new airstrikes on Iran, with Tehran firing back at 3 Gulf Arab states
Political|Science|Technology|World

Trump flies partway home from Turkey in an old Air Force One, not the new Qatari-gifted jet

President Donald Trump has flown partway home from a NATO summit in Turkey on an old baby blue Air Force One plane instead of making the full trip aboard the new Qatari-gifted and retrofitted jet he arrived in

July 09, 2026
Trump flies partway home from Turkey in an old Air Force One, not the new Qatari-gifted jet
Asia|Crime|Political|US|World

US reiterates backing for Tibetan aspirations to preserve culture

The U.S.

July 09, 2026
US reiterates backing for Tibetan aspirations to preserve culture
Crime|Political|US|World

Platner ends Senate campaign, forcing Democrats to pivot in crucial Maine race

By Nolan D.

July 08, 2026
Platner ends Senate campaign, forcing Democrats to pivot in crucial Maine race
Business|Crime|Political|US

Judge says E. Jean Carroll can collect $5 million damage award from Trump

A U.S. judge on Wednesday authorized the payment of a multimillion-dollar verdict to magazine writer E.

July 08, 2026
Judge says E. Jean Carroll can collect $5 million damage award from Trump
Arts|Business|Crime|Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Political|World

Fatal ICE shooting in Houston sparks mass protest, demands for transparency

More than a thousand protesters chanting "ICE out of Houston" marched on Wednesday near the spot where a U.S.

July 08, 2026
Fatal ICE shooting in Houston sparks mass protest, demands for transparency
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Health|Political

"Like a war scene:" Dozens injured in multi-vehicle crash involving MTA bus in Baltimore

"Like a war scene:" Dozens injured in multi-vehicle crash involving MTA bus in Baltimore

July 09, 2026
"Like a war scene:" Dozens injured in multi-vehicle crash involving MTA bus in Baltimore
Education|Interview|Opinion|Political

Graham Platner’s campaign implosion highlights the hollowness of America’s political parties and how they can be hijacked by insurgents

Graham Platner’s Senate campaign has imploded amid credible accusations of rape. A Maine political scientist looks at what happened and how the populist Platner resembles Donald Trump in key ways.

July 09, 2026
Graham Platner’s campaign implosion highlights the hollowness of America’s political parties and how they can be hijacked by insurgents
Education|Opinion|Political

Democratic socialists aren’t the only young, progressive Democrats dividing the party

How will Democrats in Congress deal with the DSA-affiliated candidates likely to join their ranks in the new year? There are lessons from the tea party’s challenge to traditional GOP values.

July 07, 2026
Democratic socialists aren’t the only young, progressive Democrats dividing the party
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Russia denounces NATO summit decisions on aid for Ukraine, defence

Russia denounced NATO's decisions at a summit in Turkey on Wednesday, saying they could have catastrophic consequences, after the alliance announced military aid to Ukraine and

July 09, 2026
Russia denounces NATO summit decisions on aid for Ukraine, defence
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Oil rises more than a dollar per barrel as US launches fresh strikes against Iran

Oil prices rose more than a dollar a barrel in post-settlement trade on Wednesday after the U.S. military began launching fresh strikes on Iran.

July 09, 2026
Oil rises more than a dollar per barrel as US launches fresh strikes against Iran
Europe|Political|Sports|World

Soccer-Rights group plans complaint to IOC against Infantino over Trump support

FIFA President Gianni Infantino could face an investigation by the International Olympic Committee after a rights group announced plans on Wednesday to file a

July 09, 2026
Soccer-Rights group plans complaint to IOC against Infantino over Trump support
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Trump says Ukraine to be allowed to make Patriot missile interceptors

President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that the U.S. would grant Ukraine a license to manufacture Patriot missile interceptors, a huge

July 08, 2026
Trump says Ukraine to be allowed to make Patriot missile interceptors
Crime|Political|US

Judge in Charlie Kirk case blocks parts of roommate video

A Utah judge on Wednesday barred parts of a recorded interview with the roommate of Charlie Kirk's alleged killer from being played in court after a defense lawyer

July 09, 2026
Judge in Charlie Kirk case blocks parts of roommate video
Political|World

The Latest: US says it's carrying out more strikes after Iran’s attacks in Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. has carried out another round of strikes on Iran hours after President Donald Trump said that recent Iranian attacks on ships in Strait of Hormuz signaled the end of the ceasefire

July 08, 2026
The Latest: US says it's carrying out more strikes after Iran’s attacks in Strait of Hormuz
Business|Crime|Education|Political|World

The Latest: Defense, prosecution argue at Kirk assassination hearing over evidence to be admitted

A weeklong preliminary hearing for the man charged with killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk has paused for the day and will resume Thursday

July 08, 2026
The Latest: Defense, prosecution argue at Kirk assassination hearing over evidence to be admitted
Business|Economy|Health|Political|US|World

Mitch McConnell has been hospitalized for a month and his team won’t say why. Here’s what we know

Mitch McConnell has been hospitalized for a month and his team won’t say why. Here’s what we know

July 07, 2026
Mitch McConnell has been hospitalized for a month and his team won’t say why. Here’s what we know
Election|Political|US

Republicans see their grip on Senate tighten amid Democrats' dysfunction in Maine

As Democrats scramble to contain a political disaster in Maine, the Republicans on the front lines of the GOP’s fight to hold the U.S. Senate majority are breathing a sigh of relief

July 09, 2026
Republicans see their grip on Senate tighten amid Democrats' dysfunction in Maine
Business|Economy|Political|World

Senate committee to vote on bill to tighten US ban on Chinese vehicles

The U.S.

July 09, 2026
Senate committee to vote on bill to tighten US ban on Chinese vehicles
Economy|Political|World

US military is conducting fresh strikes on Iran

The U.S. military is conducting fresh strikes on Iran, the U.S.

July 09, 2026
US military is conducting fresh strikes on Iran
Business|Economy|Political|Stock Markets|World

Trading Day: War on, risk-off: Stocks drop, crude jumps as Trump calls Iran peace deal 'over'

The S&P 500 and the Dow followed their global counterparts lower on Wednesday, and crude prices surged as U.S.

July 09, 2026
Trading Day: War on, risk-off: Stocks drop, crude jumps as Trump calls Iran peace deal 'over'
Political|Sports|Travel|World

Soccer-Giuliani defends White house handling of Iran at World Cup

The White House has defended its handling of Iran's visa restrictions during the World Cup, with top official Andrew Giuliani saying the team's decision to base themselves in

July 09, 2026
Soccer-Giuliani defends White house handling of Iran at World Cup
Health|Political|US

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear asks Sen. Mitch McConnell to give a public update on his condition

Kentucky's governor has written an open letter to Mitch McConnell asking the Republican senator to disclose more about his condition

July 08, 2026
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear asks Sen. Mitch McConnell to give a public update on his condition
Africa|Americas|Arts|Asia|Business|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Trump's visit a win for Turkey's Erdogan, NATO tensions aside

Turkey put on a red-white-and-blue air show and named a new airport building after President Donald Trump, seeking

July 09, 2026
Trump's visit a win for Turkey's Erdogan, NATO tensions aside
Political|Science|Technology|World

US criticizes China for short notice ahead of missile test

China only gave the United States a few hours notice ahead of a ballistic missile test launch on July 6 and provided insufficient detail, a State

July 08, 2026
US criticizes China for short notice ahead of missile test
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

IMF's Georgieva to visit Argentina in late July

International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva will visit Argentina at the end of July, IMF spokesman Pierre Mejlak said on Wednesday.

July 09, 2026
IMF's Georgieva to visit Argentina in late July
Political|World

Thousands march as Khamenei's funeral procession crosses into Iraq

July 8 - Mourners marched through Iraq's holy city of Najaf on Wednesday, following the coffin of slain Iranian leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei as his six-day

July 08, 2026
Thousands march as Khamenei's funeral procession crosses into Iraq
Economy|Europe|Political|World

How can Trump 'cut off all trade' with Spain?

U.S.

July 08, 2026
How can Trump 'cut off all trade' with Spain?
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Eleven more Trump deportees arrive in Eswatini from the United States, lawyer says

Eleven more migrants deported by the Trump administration under a policy of sending them to third countries arrived in Eswatini from the United States on

July 09, 2026
Eleven more Trump deportees arrive in Eswatini from the United States, lawyer says
Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Fact check: Trump’s false claims at his NATO press conference

Fact check: Trump’s false claims at his NATO press conference

July 09, 2026
Fact check: Trump’s false claims at his NATO press conference
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Why Trump left NATO summit on a positive note after seething about Iran, Spain and Greenland

Why Trump left NATO summit on a positive note after seething about Iran, Spain and Greenland

July 09, 2026
Why Trump left NATO summit on a positive note after seething about Iran, Spain and Greenland
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump says US will give Ukraine license to produce Patriot defense systems

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced at a NATO summit in Turkey that the U.S. will allow Ukraine to manufacture Patriot air defense systems

July 08, 2026
Trump says US will give Ukraine license to produce Patriot defense systems
Crime|Political|World

Judge sets February trial for man charged with planting pipe bombs on the eve of the Capitol riot

A federal trial is scheduled to start in February for a Virginia man charged with planting pipe bombs near the national headquarters of the Democratic and Republican parties in Washington on the eve of Capitol riot on Jan. 6, 2021

July 09, 2026
Judge sets February trial for man charged with planting pipe bombs on the eve of the Capitol riot
Education|Environment|Political|Sports|World

Greenlanders reject Trump's renewed push for control of island

Greenlanders attending a traditional kayaking championship in Nuuk rejected U.S.

July 09, 2026
Greenlanders reject Trump's renewed push for control of island
Business|Economy|Political|World

Swiss official sees good chance 15% US tariff rate maintained

A senior Swiss trade official said on Wednesday she saw a good chance that Switzerland could maintain a U.S. tariff rate set by an initial deal with Washington in November.

July 09, 2026
Swiss official sees good chance 15% US tariff rate maintained
Political|US|World

Trump rescinds Syria state sponsor of terrorism designation

U.S.

July 08, 2026
Trump rescinds Syria state sponsor of terrorism designation
Europe|Political|World

NATO's Rutte says alliance reunited at Ankara summit after Trump 'quarrel'

Disputes between U.S.

July 08, 2026
NATO's Rutte says alliance reunited at Ankara summit after Trump 'quarrel'
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Pentagon seeks to rally Latin America behind new Monroe Doctrine

President Donald Trump's administration sought on Wednesday to rally Latin American nations behind a revamped Monroe Doctrine, the 19th-century policy asserting U.S.

July 09, 2026
Pentagon seeks to rally Latin America behind new Monroe Doctrine
Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump to remove Syria from US terrorism sponsor list

President Donald Trump on Wednesday informed his Syrian counterpart Ahmed al-Sharaa that he had decided to remove

July 08, 2026
Trump to remove Syria from US terrorism sponsor list
Crime|Political|US|World

Former Wisconsin judge spared prison for obstructing ICE arrest of Mexican immigrant

Former Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan has been spared from prison for ushering a Mexican defendant out of her courtroom as Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents waited in the hallway

July 08, 2026
Former Wisconsin judge spared prison for obstructing ICE arrest of Mexican immigrant
Americas|Crime|Political|World

ICE officer fatally shoots man while conducting traffic stop in Houston, agency says

ICE officer fatally shoots man while conducting traffic stop in Houston, agency says

July 08, 2026
ICE officer fatally shoots man while conducting traffic stop in Houston, agency says
Political|US|World

The Trump administration is ramping up pressure on states to change election practices

The Trumps administration has been ramping up pressure on state election officials to make sure noncitizens aren't registered to vote

July 08, 2026
The Trump administration is ramping up pressure on states to change election practices
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Takeaways: Trump leaves NATO summit declaring 'a lot of love' with allies after a rocky start

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte says the message from a summit in Ankara, Turkey, is that “NATO delivers.”

July 09, 2026
Takeaways: Trump leaves NATO summit declaring 'a lot of love' with allies after a rocky start
Arts|Crime|Opinion|Political|US|World

Judge orders the release of Trump’s $5 million payment to E. Jean Carroll

Judge orders the release of Trump’s $5 million payment to E. Jean Carroll

July 09, 2026
Judge orders the release of Trump’s $5 million payment to E. Jean Carroll
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'My son's more than a data point': Concerns over state assessment tool deciding vulnerable Nebraskans funding for care

'My son's more than a data point': Concerns over state assessment tool deciding vulnerable Nebraskans funding for care

July 09, 2026
'My son's more than a data point': Concerns over state assessment tool deciding vulnerable Nebraskans funding for care
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Trump's Board of Peace planning pilot humanitarian zone in Gaza, official says

Donald Trump’s Board of Peace is planning a pilot humanitarian zone for Gazans as a way to kickstart the U.S. president's stalled peace plan, regardless of whether a deal is reached

July 08, 2026
Trump's Board of Peace planning pilot humanitarian zone in Gaza, official says
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Trump orders halt to US trade with Spain over NATO spending, Iran

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July 08, 2026
Trump orders halt to US trade with Spain over NATO spending, Iran