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Irish fuel protests enter fourth day as government seeks to head off shortages, open blocked roads

Protests over high fuel prices in Ireland have entered a fourth day, sparking concerns about fuel shortages and emergency services as demonstrators clogged roads and blocked access to refining and distribution sites around the country

Irish fuel protests enter fourth day as government seeks to head off shortages, open blocked roads
Asia|Political|World

Taiwan's opposition leader meets China's Xi Jinping as both sides call for peace

Taiwan's opposition leader has met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, marking the first such encounter in over a decade

Taiwan's opposition leader meets China's Xi Jinping as both sides call for peace
Europe|MidEast|Political|Technology|World

Zelenskyy says Ukrainian forces shot down Shahed drones in Middle Eastern countries during Iran war

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukrainian military personnel shot down Iranian-designed Shahed drones in multiple Middle Eastern countries during the Iran war, describing the operations as part of a broader effort to help partners counter the same weapons used by Russia in Ukraine

Zelenskyy says Ukrainian forces shot down Shahed drones in Middle Eastern countries during Iran war
Asia|Political|World

China’s Xi touts peace - and points to global conflicts - in rare meeting with Taiwan opposition leader

China’s Xi touts peace - and points to global conflicts - in rare meeting with Taiwan opposition leader

China’s Xi touts peace - and points to global conflicts - in rare meeting with Taiwan opposition leader
Africa|Economy|Environment|Political|Travel|World

A country-by-country glance at Pope Leo XIV's trip to Africa

Pope Leo XIV’s trip to Africa is so dizzying in its complexity it recalls some of the early globetrotting odysseys of St. John Paul II

A country-by-country glance at Pope Leo XIV's trip to Africa
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump’s tenuous Iran exit plan isn't healing Republican rifts exposed by the war

President Donald Trump's efforts to exit the war in Iran are causing tension within the Republican Party

Trump’s tenuous Iran exit plan isn't healing Republican rifts exposed by the war
Economy|Education|Political|World

A president and a pope: The world's most influential Americans are at odds over Iran

Donald Trump is accustomed to criticism from coast to coast — Democrats, disaffected Republicans, late-night comedians, protesters

A president and a pope: The world's most influential Americans are at odds over Iran
Business|Education|Political|US|World

Agriculture secretary’s religious Easter message to all employees sparks internal backlash and a formal complaint

Agriculture secretary’s religious Easter message to all employees sparks internal backlash and a formal complaint

Agriculture secretary’s religious Easter message to all employees sparks internal backlash and a formal complaint
MidEast|Political|World

The Latest: Netanyahu approves talks with Lebanon after Israeli strikes imperil Iran ceasefire

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he has authorized direct negotiations with Lebanon aimed at disarming Iranian-backed Hezbollah militants and establishing relations between the neighbors

The Latest: Netanyahu approves talks with Lebanon after Israeli strikes imperil Iran ceasefire
Political|World

Netanyahu authorizes direct talks with Lebanon in potential boost to ceasefire efforts

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he has authorized direct negotiations with Lebanon aimed at disarming Iranian-backed Hezbollah militants and establishing relations between the neighbors

Netanyahu authorizes direct talks with Lebanon in potential boost to ceasefire efforts
Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World

Immigration board denies Mahmoud Khalil's appeal, bringing activist one step closer to deportation

The Board of Immigration Appeals has denied Mahmoud Khalil's latest attempt to dismiss his deportation case

Immigration board denies Mahmoud Khalil's appeal, bringing activist one step closer to deportation
Health|Political|Science|Technology|World

RFK Jr.’s HHS rewrites rules governing key CDC vaccine committee

RFK Jr.’s HHS rewrites rules governing key CDC vaccine committee

RFK Jr.’s HHS rewrites rules governing key CDC vaccine committee
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Beijing calculates its next steps in Iran ceasefire ahead of Trump's trip to China

With a fragile ceasefire agreement between the U.S. and Iran holding for now, China is considering its role in helping find a durable endgame to the war in the Middle East

Beijing calculates its next steps in Iran ceasefire ahead of Trump's trip to China
Political|US|World

Judge blocks Pentagon’s latest bid to limit press access in scathing ruling

Judge blocks Pentagon’s latest bid to limit press access in scathing ruling

Judge blocks Pentagon’s latest bid to limit press access in scathing ruling
Crime|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

A federal judge dismisses another DOJ lawsuit seeking voter data, this time in Massachusetts

A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit from the U.S. Department of Justice seeking Massachusetts' voter rolls

A federal judge dismisses another DOJ lawsuit seeking voter data, this time in Massachusetts
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

IRS touts a 24% increase in tax refunds compared to the previous administration

The Trump administration is highlighting a 24% increase in individual tax refunds this season compared with those issued during the previous administration

IRS touts a 24% increase in tax refunds compared to the previous administration
MidEast|Political|World

What is Israel’s war in Lebanon, and why could it shatter the Iran ceasefire?

What is Israel’s war in Lebanon, and why could it shatter the Iran ceasefire?

What is Israel’s war in Lebanon, and why could it shatter the Iran ceasefire?
Crime|Political|US|World

Melania Trump delivers statement at the White House denying knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein's crimes

First lady Melania Trump has delivered a statement at the White House denying ties to Jeffrey Epstein and knowledge of his crimes

Melania Trump delivers statement at the White House denying knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein's crimes
Crime|Political|US|World

An attorney for a man shot by ICE in California says his client denies being a gang member

The attorney for a man shot by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents during an arrest in central California says his client is recovering after three surgeries for multiple gunshot wounds and that he denies being a gang member

An attorney for a man shot by ICE in California says his client denies being a gang member
Economy|Interview|Political|World

Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel tells NBC News that he will not step down

Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel has told NBC News’ Meet the Press that he would not step down in his first interview with a U.S. network

Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel tells NBC News that he will not step down
Business|Crime|Health|Political

California unveils hospice fraud arrests, pushing back on ‘kingdom of fraud’ claim by Trump official

California unveils hospice fraud arrests, pushing back on ‘kingdom of fraud’ claim by Trump official

California unveils hospice fraud arrests, pushing back on ‘kingdom of fraud’ claim by Trump official
Health|Political|World

Tracking where Israel bombed central Beirut on the war's deadliest day

Israel’s intense barrage of airstrikes on Wednesday hit without warning deep inside the Lebanese capital of Beirut, blowing buildings open to the elements and reducing apartment blocks to rubble in parts of the city that have traditionally escaped attack

Tracking where Israel bombed central Beirut on the war's deadliest day
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Political

Plaintiffs settle with Trump administration, halting cuts to agency that funds US libraries

Plaintiffs challenging the Trump administration's cost-cutting measures against a library funding agency have settled with the Justice Department

Plaintiffs settle with Trump administration, halting cuts to agency that funds US libraries
Political|US|World

Automatic military draft registration takes effect in December. Here’s how it would work

Automatic military draft registration takes effect in December. Here’s how it would work

Automatic military draft registration takes effect in December. Here’s how it would work
Crime|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Democrats grow bolder on talk about removing Trump from office after his Iran threats

Dozens of Democratic lawmakers are saying President Donald Trump should be removed from office after he threatened Iranian civilization would “die” if it didn’t meet his demands

Democrats grow bolder on talk about removing Trump from office after his Iran threats
Arts|Political|Sports|Travel|World

Iranian American soccer fans are torn between pride and protest as the World Cup nears

Many Iranian soccer fans in the U.S. have conflicting emotions about their homeland's beloved national team as the World Cup comes to North America

Iranian American soccer fans are torn between pride and protest as the World Cup nears
Business|Education|Political|Sports

NCAA weighs a 5-year eligibility limit for college athletes that would start at 19 or HS graduation

The Associated Press has learned an NCAA panel is scheduled to discuss potential changes to eligibility rules that would incorporate age into the process

NCAA weighs a 5-year eligibility limit for college athletes that would start at 19 or HS graduation
Americas|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Argentina approves Milei's bill that eases protections for glaciers despite environmental backlash

Argentina's Congress has approved a bill that eases glacier protections to boost mining investments

Argentina approves Milei's bill that eases protections for glaciers despite environmental backlash
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli government secretly approves over 30 new settler outposts

Israeli government secretly approves over 30 new settler outposts

Israeli government secretly approves over 30 new settler outposts
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

'We got our butts kicked': Republicans reckon with Democratic success ahead of the midterms

Republicans have had some setbacks this election year, with recent Democratic wins Wisconsin and Georgia

'We got our butts kicked': Republicans reckon with Democratic success ahead of the midterms
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US filings for jobless aid jump to 219,00 last week but remain within stable range of past few years

U.S. applications for unemployment benefits rose last week before Iran, Israel and the U.S. announced a two-week ceasefire deal that injected a degree of optimism into a still-clouded global economic picture

US filings for jobless aid jump to 219,00 last week but remain within stable range of past few years
Europe|Political|World

UK and Norway led a military operation to deter Russian submarines in the North Atlantic

Britain and Norway have conducted a weekslong operation to deter Russian spy submarines near undersea cables in the North Atlantic

UK and Norway led a military operation to deter Russian submarines in the North Atlantic
MidEast|Political|World

After Trump’s Iran ultimatum and a fragile ceasefire, Iranian Americans brace for what’s next

Iranian Americans are experiencing uncertainty as the Trump administration imposes deadlines and intermediaries seek paths to avoid escalation of the war in Iran

After Trump’s Iran ultimatum and a fragile ceasefire, Iranian Americans brace for what’s next
Business|Economy|Education|Election|Finance|Political|US

Elissa Slotkin is testing whether winning in Trump country is a winning message for Democrats

Elissa Slotkin is testing whether winning in Trump country is a winning message for Democrats

Elissa Slotkin is testing whether winning in Trump country is a winning message for Democrats
Opinion|Political|Science|Technology|Travel|US|World

Would you go to the moon? Board an alien spacecraft? What nearly 80 years of polls say about US attitudes on space

Would you go to the moon? Board an alien spacecraft? What nearly 80 years of polls say about US attitudes on space

Would you go to the moon? Board an alien spacecraft? What nearly 80 years of polls say about US attitudes on space
MidEast|Political|World

At least 182 killed as Israel strikes central Beirut after saying Iran truce doesn't apply there

Lebanon’s health ministry says that Israeli strikes during the day killed 182 people, the highest single-day death toll in the Israel-Hezbollah war

At least 182 killed as Israel strikes central Beirut after saying Iran truce doesn't apply there
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

Russia's internet crackdown leads to a spring of growing discontent

Anger and frustration is growing in Russia over government restrictions on the internet that have disrupted daily life, hurt businesses and brought condemnation from both Kremlin critics and supporters alike

Russia's internet crackdown leads to a spring of growing discontent
Election|Political|World

Democratic presidential prospects flock to New York to court activists at Al Sharpton's conference

The Democratic Party’s leading 2028 presidential prospects are warning African Americans that President Donald Trump is actively working to undermine their right to vote in 2026

Democratic presidential prospects flock to New York to court activists at Al Sharpton's conference
Europe|Political|World

Trump's Iran war widens rift with European nationalists once viewed as MAGA allies

Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is the rare European leader seeking President Donald Trump's approval

Trump's Iran war widens rift with European nationalists once viewed as MAGA allies
Asia|Australia|Business|Economy|Environment|MidEast|Political|World

Australia moves to shore up fuel supplies as it prepares for extended disruptions

Australia has agreed to underwrite two companies buying fuel at inflated prices, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese warning of extended supply disruptions even if the Iran ceasefire holds

Australia moves to shore up fuel supplies as it prepares for extended disruptions
MidEast|Political|US|World

The Latest: Iran closes the Strait of Hormuz in response to Israeli attacks on Lebanon

Iran, the United States and Israel have agreed to a two-week ceasefire, an 11th-hour deal that headed off U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat to unleash a bombing campaign that would destroy Iranian civilization

The Latest: Iran closes the Strait of Hormuz in response to Israeli attacks on Lebanon
Asia|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Ceasefire is threatened as Israel expands Lebanon strikes and Iran closes strait again

A ceasefire deal to pause the war in Iran appears to be hanging by a thread after the Islamic Republic closed the Strait of Hormuz again in response to Israeli attacks in Lebanon

Ceasefire is threatened as Israel expands Lebanon strikes and Iran closes strait again
Business|Political|Science|Technology

Appeals court rebuffs Anthropic in latest round of its AI battle with the Trump administration

A federal appeals court on Wednesday refused to block the Pentagon from blacklisting artificial intelligence laboratory Anthropic in a decision that differed from the conclusions reached in another judge’s ruling on the same issues

Appeals court rebuffs Anthropic in latest round of its AI battle with the Trump administration
Crime|Political|US|World

An Army veteran is charged with sharing classified details of an elite commando unit

A U.S. Army veteran has been charged with sharing classified information about an elite commando unit with a journalist

An Army veteran is charged with sharing classified details of an elite commando unit
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Trump complains NATO 'wasn't there when we needed them' after talks with alliance leader Rutte

President Donald Trump repeated his complaint about NATO after a private meeting with the alliance's Secretary-General Mark Rutte on Wednesday

Trump complains NATO 'wasn't there when we needed them' after talks with alliance leader Rutte
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

Newly created Polymarket accounts bet big on US-Iran ceasefire in hours before Trump's announcement

A group of new accounts on the prediction market Polymarket made highly specific, well-timed bets on whether the U.S. and Iran would reach a ceasefire on April 7, resulting in hundreds of thousands of dollars in profits for those users

Newly created Polymarket accounts bet big on US-Iran ceasefire in hours before Trump's announcement
Arts|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|Lifestyle|Political|Science|Technology|US|World

Former Fort Bragg employee charged with leaking classified information to journalist

Former Fort Bragg employee charged with leaking classified information to journalist

Former Fort Bragg employee charged with leaking classified information to journalist
Political|World

What to do when the president uses the word ‘Fuckin’’

What to do when the president uses the word ‘Fuckin’’

What to do when the president uses the word ‘Fuckin’’
Business|Education|Lifestyle|Political

Fired Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman tells AP he was 'blindsided' by his ouster

Fired Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman tells The Associated Press in his first interview since the ouster that he was “blindsided” by the move but has no hard feelings and is unlikely to sue

Fired Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman tells AP he was 'blindsided' by his ouster
Asia|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

How Trump went from threatening Iran's annihilation to agreeing to a 2-week ceasefire with Tehran

Over the course of a single day, President Donald Trump went from threatening Iran with “annihilation” to proclaiming that Iran's leadership had presented a “workable” plan that led him to agree to a two-week ceasefire

How Trump went from threatening Iran's annihilation to agreeing to a 2-week ceasefire with Tehran
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Health|Political

Kehoe signs juvenile justice, sex trafficking and divorce bills into law

Kehoe signs juvenile justice, sex trafficking and divorce bills into law

Kehoe signs juvenile justice, sex trafficking and divorce bills into law
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Oil plunges, Dow sees its best day in a year after US-Iran ceasefire, but ‘hurdles remain’

Oil plunges, Dow sees its best day in a year after US-Iran ceasefire, but ‘hurdles remain’

Oil plunges, Dow sees its best day in a year after US-Iran ceasefire, but ‘hurdles remain’
Celebrity|Election|Political|Sports|World

Jim Whittaker, first American to climb Everest, dies at 97

Jim Whittaker, who in 1963 became the first American to reach the top of Mount Everest, has died

Jim Whittaker, first American to climb Everest, dies at 97
Health|Interview|Political|Science|Technology

RFK Jr is launching a podcast to expose 'lies' that have made Americans sick

Health Secretary Robert F_ Kennedy Jr_ is launching a new podcast called “The Secretary Kennedy Podcast.”

RFK Jr is launching a podcast to expose 'lies' that have made Americans sick
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

What does the Iran ceasefire deal mean? It depends on which side you talk to

A ceasefire deal between the United States and Iran appears to be in jeopardy

What does the Iran ceasefire deal mean? It depends on which side you talk to
Political|US|World

Trump agrees to suspend bombing of Iran for two weeks

U.S. Senator Peter Welch, a Democrat from Vermont, reacts to Trump's decision to suspend bombing of Iran for two weeks.

Trump agrees to suspend bombing of Iran for two weeks
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political

New evidence introduced in former New Orleans Mayor Latoya Cantrell, former NOPD officer Jeffrey Vappie's fraud case

New evidence introduced in former New Orleans Mayor Latoya Cantrell, former NOPD officer Jeffrey Vappie's fraud case

New evidence introduced in former New Orleans Mayor Latoya Cantrell, former NOPD officer Jeffrey Vappie's fraud case
Crime|Economy|Education|Political|Technology

Wichita City Council approves purchase of robotic police dog, Spot

Wichita City Council approves purchase of robotic police dog, Spot

Wichita City Council approves purchase of robotic police dog, Spot
Business|Economy|Political|World

More Federal Reserve officials see possible rate hikes this year, minutes show

More Federal Reserve policymakers were willing to consider an interest rate hike this year at their March meeting than in January, as higher gas prices stemming from the Iran war threatened to worsen inflation in the coming months

More Federal Reserve officials see possible rate hikes this year, minutes show
Americas|Crime|Election|Political|World

California Supreme Court orders GOP sheriff to pause election probe and preserve seized ballots

The California Supreme Court has ordered a Republican county sheriff who seized more than half a million 2025 election ballots to pause his probe into election fraud allegations while the judges review the legal challenge against it

California Supreme Court orders GOP sheriff to pause election probe and preserve seized ballots
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

Mexico’s president weighs fracking to curb reliance on US natural gas

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has announced plans to tap into unconventional natural gas deposits to reduce reliance on foreign energy

Mexico’s president weighs fracking to curb reliance on US natural gas
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump threatens to jail a journalist over Iran rescue ‘leak’

President Donald Trump threatened to jail a journalist as part of a hunt for the “leaker” behind initial reports Friday that a second Air Force officer from a downed US fighter jet was missing. Trump did not specify which media outlet he was referring to, and a White House official declined to answer questions about his remarks.

Trump threatens to jail a journalist over Iran rescue ‘leak’
Crime|Political|US|World

Justice Department says Bondi won’t appear for Epstein deposition now that she’s no longer attorney general

Justice Department says Bondi won’t appear for Epstein deposition now that she’s no longer attorney general

Justice Department says Bondi won’t appear for Epstein deposition now that she’s no longer attorney general
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World

Zeldin tells climate skeptics to 'celebrate vindication' after repeal of baseline climate rule

The head of the Environmental Protection Agency on Wednesday defended his decision to repeal the legal determination that serves as the basis for federal rules to slow climate change

Zeldin tells climate skeptics to 'celebrate vindication' after repeal of baseline climate rule
Africa|Asia|Political|World

Afghanistan and Pakistan agree to explore a solution after weeks of fighting and hundreds of deaths

China’s government says Afghanistan and Pakistan agreed not to escalate their conflict and to “explore a comprehensive solution” after several weeks of cross-border fighting that has killed hundreds of people

Afghanistan and Pakistan agree to explore a solution after weeks of fighting and hundreds of deaths
Asia|MidEast|Political|Sports|World

Qatar's Diamond League track meet put back from May to June amid ongoing uncertainty

The Diamond League track meet in Qatar has been postponed from next month to June 19 if conditions allow amid ongoing uncertainty caused by the conflict in the Middle East

Qatar's Diamond League track meet put back from May to June amid ongoing uncertainty
Business|Health|Political|Science|World

From a vaccine mascot to business leadership, lessons for the US from Brazil’s public health system in building public trust and keeping it

An enduring sense of ownership led businesses and citizens to defend the country’s public health system.

From a vaccine mascot to business leadership, lessons for the US from Brazil’s public health system in building public trust and keeping it
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

Former federal prison officer convicted in bribery scheme to smuggle drugs into Atlanta prison

Former federal prison officer convicted in bribery scheme to smuggle drugs into Atlanta prison

Former federal prison officer convicted in bribery scheme to smuggle drugs into Atlanta prison
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political

Philadelphia’s 40-year history of protecting undocumented immigrants began with churches hiding refugees from El Salvador

A historian explores how religious congregations, activists and city officials have supported undocumented immigrants in Philadelphia over the past 40 years.

Philadelphia’s 40-year history of protecting undocumented immigrants began with churches hiding refugees from El Salvador
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey detains 9 over attack outside the Israeli Consulate in Istanbul

Turkish authorities have detained nine people in connection with an attack on police outside the Israeli Consulate in Istanbul

Turkey detains 9 over attack outside the Israeli Consulate in Istanbul
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Trump-endorsed Republican Clay Fuller wins Marjorie Taylor Greene’s former House seat in Georgia

Republican Clay Fuller has won Marjorie Taylor Greene’s former U.S. House seat in Georgia

Trump-endorsed Republican Clay Fuller wins Marjorie Taylor Greene’s former House seat in Georgia
Crime|Political|US|World

Suspects in ISIS-inspired attack outside NYC mayor’s residence believed they could kill up to 60 people, prosecutors say

Suspects in ISIS-inspired attack outside NYC mayor’s residence believed they could kill up to 60 people, prosecutors say

Suspects in ISIS-inspired attack outside NYC mayor’s residence believed they could kill up to 60 people, prosecutors say
Economy|Political|US|World

The US and Iran have agreed a ceasefire, with talks to bridge the gulf between them. Here’s what to know

The US and Iran have agreed a ceasefire, with talks to bridge the gulf between them. Here’s what to know

The US and Iran have agreed a ceasefire, with talks to bridge the gulf between them. Here’s what to know
Asia|Economy|Political|US|World

Taiwan opposition leader arrives in China on what she calls a ‘journey to peace’

Taiwan opposition leader Cheng Li-wun has arrived in China at the invitation of President Xi Jinping, in what she's calling a “journey for peace” as Beijing pushes for the self-governed island to come under its control

Taiwan opposition leader arrives in China on what she calls a ‘journey to peace’
Asia|Political|World

North Korea fires missiles toward sea after ridiculing South's hopes for better ties

South Korea’s military says it detected North Korea firing several short-range ballistic missiles toward the sea

North Korea fires missiles toward sea after ridiculing South's hopes for better ties
Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Political|US

Rep. Eric Swalwell vows to push back on ICE in bid for California governor

California Rep. Eric Swalwell is vowing to aggressively push back on federal immigration officers if elected governor

Rep. Eric Swalwell vows to push back on ICE in bid for California governor
MidEast|Political|World

The Latest: Iran says it has accepted a 2-week ceasefire in the war

Iran’s Supreme National Security Council says it has accepted a two-week ceasefire in the war

The Latest: Iran says it has accepted a 2-week ceasefire in the war
Business|Political|Travel|World

US and Iran agree to 2-week ceasefire as Trump pulls back on threats

U.S. President Donald Trump pulls back on his threats to launch devastating strikes on Iran, swerving to deescalate the war less than two hours before the deadline he set for Tehran to capitulate

US and Iran agree to 2-week ceasefire as Trump pulls back on threats
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Health|Political|US

Sen. Elissa Slotkin sits down with Trump voters in Iowa while campaigning for Democrats

Michigan U.S. Sen. Elissa Slotkin is in Iowa to support Democratic congressional candidates and gather insights on how Democrats could win over President Donald Trump's supporters

Sen. Elissa Slotkin sits down with Trump voters in Iowa while campaigning for Democrats
Americas|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Hundreds of Cuban women rally against US energy blockade as crisis deepens

Hundreds of Cuban women have gathered in Havana to decry a U.S. energy embargo and other measures imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump that are strangling the Caribbean island

Hundreds of Cuban women rally against US energy blockade as crisis deepens
Crime|Political|World

Rubio says kidnapped American journalist has been released by pro-Iran militia in Iraq

Rubio says kidnapped American journalist has been released by pro-Iran militia in Iraq

Rubio says kidnapped American journalist has been released by pro-Iran militia in Iraq
Election|Political|US

Republican Clay Fuller wins Georgia special election to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene

Republican Clay Fuller wins Georgia special election to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene

Republican Clay Fuller wins Georgia special election to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

American journalist Shelly Kittleson has been released week after kidnapping in Iraq, Rubio says

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has confirmed that American journalist Shelley Kittleson, who was kidnapped last week in Iraq, has been released

American journalist Shelly Kittleson has been released week after kidnapping in Iraq, Rubio says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Oil prices sink and US stock futures jump as US and Iran agree to 2-week ceasefire

Oil prices plunged below $100 a barrel and Asia markets and U.S. stock futures jumped after the U.S. and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire that includes the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz

Oil prices sink and US stock futures jump as US and Iran agree to 2-week ceasefire
Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

Iran-linked hackers have disrupted multiple US industrial sites

Iran-linked hackers have disrupted multiple US industrial sites

Iran-linked hackers have disrupted multiple US industrial sites
Economy|Political|World

Russia and China veto watered-down UN resolution aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz

Russia and China have vetoed a U.N. Security Council resolution aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz

Russia and China veto watered-down UN resolution aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz
Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump uses the language of annihilation to threaten Iran ahead of deadline

The president who yearned for a Nobel Peace Prize and once reveled in the appearance of solving conflicts turned to the language of annihilation as he struggled to find a resolution to his war in Iran

Trump uses the language of annihilation to threaten Iran ahead of deadline
Political|World

When a president is unfit for office, here’s what the Constitution says can happen

Amid lawmakers’ calls for the president’s removal from office, Americans may be wondering what would come next.

When a president is unfit for office, here’s what the Constitution says can happen
MidEast|Political|US|World

Visualizing the US-Israeli war with Iran and retaliation in maps and charts

Visualizing the US-Israeli war with Iran and retaliation in maps and charts

Visualizing the US-Israeli war with Iran and retaliation in maps and charts
Health|Political|World

Iranians fear power outages and further attacks as Trump's deadline nears

Tehran residents are rushing to stock up on bottled water and charge cellphones, flashlights and portable power banks as the hours tick down to Trump’s latest ultimatum for a deal in the war with Iran

Iranians fear power outages and further attacks as Trump's deadline nears
Political|World

Mullin pledges progress on disaster relief during his first official trip as DHS secretary

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin has toured North Carolina areas devastated by Hurricane Helene in 2024

Mullin pledges progress on disaster relief during his first official trip as DHS secretary
Crime|Health|Political|US|World

Missouri governor signs bill banning judges from delaying divorces when a spouse is pregnant

Missouri governor signs bill banning judges from delaying divorces when a spouse is pregnant

Missouri governor signs bill banning judges from delaying divorces when a spouse is pregnant
Business|Celebrity|Crime|Economy|Education|Election|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|MidEast|Political

Tanner Horner pleads guilty in killing of 7-year-old Athena Strand, case moves to sentencing phase

Tanner Horner pleads guilty in killing of 7-year-old Athena Strand, case moves to sentencing phase

Tanner Horner pleads guilty in killing of 7-year-old Athena Strand, case moves to sentencing phase
Crime|Political|US|World

Only Trump knows why he replaced Bondi as attorney general, new leader of Justice Department says

The Justice Department’s new leader says “nobody” except President Donald Trump knows why Pam Bondi was replaced as attorney general last week

Only Trump knows why he replaced Bondi as attorney general, new leader of Justice Department says
Education|Health|Political|Science

'It's saving his life': FDA approves new drug for rare disease, helping Kansas family

'It's saving his life': FDA approves new drug for rare disease, helping Kansas family

'It's saving his life': FDA approves new drug for rare disease, helping Kansas family
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Political|World

Wireless Festival canceled after UK bars rapper Ye over antisemitic remarks

The British government has blocked the rapper formerly known as Kanye West from entering the U.K. as the controversy over his antisemitic statements led to calls for planned headline performances at a major music festival to be canceled

Wireless Festival canceled after UK bars rapper Ye over antisemitic remarks
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Opinion|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Donald Trump Jr. criticizes the European Union during a trip to Bosnia

Donald Trump Jr. has lashed out at the European Union

Donald Trump Jr. criticizes the European Union during a trip to Bosnia
Crime|Election|Political

'Race-baiting' letter from group tied to Sapulpa candidate's spouse draws outrage

'Race-baiting' letter from group tied to Sapulpa candidate's spouse draws outrage

'Race-baiting' letter from group tied to Sapulpa candidate's spouse draws outrage
Americas|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

How Trump's deadline delays and threats escalated leading up to 2-week ceasefire with Iran

President Donald Trump is suspending his threatened attack against Iran less than two hours before the deadline the president set for Tehran

How Trump's deadline delays and threats escalated leading up to 2-week ceasefire with Iran
Crime|Political|Technology

Indianapolis councilman says someone fired shots at his home and left a 'No Data Centers' note

An Indiana politician says someone fired 13 shots at his front door and left behind a note reading “No Data Centers” on his doorstep

Indianapolis councilman says someone fired shots at his home and left a 'No Data Centers' note
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Johnson’s narrow House majority gets a bit wider, but the relief could be short-lived

Johnson’s narrow House majority gets a bit wider, but the relief could be short-lived

Johnson’s narrow House majority gets a bit wider, but the relief could be short-lived
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What to know about Trump’s threat to bomb Iran’s power plants and bridges, and why this could be a war crime

What to know about Trump’s threat to bomb Iran’s power plants and bridges, and why this could be a war crime

What to know about Trump’s threat to bomb Iran’s power plants and bridges, and why this could be a war crime
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Colin Kaepernick to publish memoir 'The Perilous Fight' in September

Colin Kaepernick will publish his life story, “The Perilous Fight,” on Sept. 15

Colin Kaepernick to publish memoir 'The Perilous Fight' in September
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Sarkozy says he owes France 'the truth' as he challenges conviction over alleged Libya funding

Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy has maintained his innocence on conspiracy charges in an appeal hearing in Paris

Sarkozy says he owes France 'the truth' as he challenges conviction over alleged Libya funding
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On Hungary visit, Vance urges voters to support Orbán days before pivotal election

U.S. Vice President JD Vance says he is in Hungary to support Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's reelection bid

On Hungary visit, Vance urges voters to support Orbán days before pivotal election
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1776’s Declaration of Independence inspired Washington’s troops to fight against the odds – and also helped bring in powerful allies

The Declaration of Independence isn’t just a philosophical breakup letter. It was a strategic move to secure vital support for America after its first declaration of war.

1776’s Declaration of Independence inspired Washington’s troops to fight against the odds – and also helped bring in powerful allies
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Bernice King reflects on father's legacy at MLK Jr. wreath-laying ceremony in Atlanta: "It never gets easier"

Bernice King reflects on father's legacy at MLK Jr. wreath-laying ceremony in Atlanta: "It never gets easier"

Bernice King reflects on father's legacy at MLK Jr. wreath-laying ceremony in Atlanta: "It never gets easier"
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Atlanta Mayor calls for safe hangouts and parents to help as teen takeovers rise across the city

Atlanta Mayor calls for safe hangouts and parents to help as teen takeovers rise across the city

Atlanta Mayor calls for safe hangouts and parents to help as teen takeovers rise across the city
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US has struck Iranian military targets on Kharg Island. Here’s what we know about it

US has struck Iranian military targets on Kharg Island. Here’s what we know about it

US has struck Iranian military targets on Kharg Island. Here’s what we know about it
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Vance makes time to visit Hungary to support Orbán amid Iran negotiations

Vance makes time to visit Hungary to support Orbán amid Iran negotiations

Vance makes time to visit Hungary to support Orbán amid Iran negotiations
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107-year-old World War II veteran honored at Massachusetts State House

107-year-old World War II veteran honored at Massachusetts State House

107-year-old World War II veteran honored at Massachusetts State House
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Zelenskyy offers an Easter pause on energy strikes as Russian drone kills 4 in bus strike

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukraine is proposing a pause in attacks on energy infrastructure over the Orthodox Easter holiday next weekend

Zelenskyy offers an Easter pause on energy strikes as Russian drone kills 4 in bus strike
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As Trump threatens Iran's infrastructure, a Tehran couple wonders how to prepare

A couple living in Iran's capital have grown used to the sound of daily airstrikes five weeks into the war

As Trump threatens Iran's infrastructure, a Tehran couple wonders how to prepare
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Vietnam elects Communist Party chief as president, echoing China's power structure

Vietnam has unanimously elected Communist Party leader To Lam as president, consolidating his control over both party and state

Vietnam elects Communist Party chief as president, echoing China's power structure
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The Latest: Trump brushes off war crime concerns as he repeats threat to Iran’s infrastructure

U.S. President Donald Trump says he’s “not at all” concerned about committing possible war crimes as he the destruction of Iran’s bridges and power plants if they don’t reopen the Strait of Hormuz

The Latest: Trump brushes off war crime concerns as he repeats threat to Iran’s infrastructure
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Trump widens threat to all of Iran's power plants and bridges as his deadline for a deal approaches

President Donald Trump has expanded his threat against Iran to include all power plants and bridges as his Tuesday ultimatum approaches

Trump widens threat to all of Iran's power plants and bridges as his deadline for a deal approaches
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Risky rescue of US crew downed in Iran relied on dozens of aircraft and subterfuge, Trump says

The United States relied on dozens of aircraft, hundreds of personnel, secret CIA technology and a dose of subterfuge to rescue a two-man F-15E fighter jet crew downed deep inside Iran

Risky rescue of US crew downed in Iran relied on dozens of aircraft and subterfuge, Trump says
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Trump's threatened destruction of Iran's power plants could be considered a war crime, experts say

In his news conference Monday, President Donald Trump threatened to blow up every bridge and power plant in Iran, action that would be so far-reaching that some experts in military law said it could constitute a war crime

Trump's threatened destruction of Iran's power plants could be considered a war crime, experts say
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Video brings new scrutiny to an ICE shooting in Minneapolis after charges against 2 men collapsed

The city of Minneapolis has released a video showing a chase and a scuffle that ended in a nonfatal shooting in January

Video brings new scrutiny to an ICE shooting in Minneapolis after charges against 2 men collapsed
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Trump threatens to jail unspecified reporter over airmen rescue leaks

Trump threatens to jail unspecified reporter over airmen rescue leaks

Trump threatens to jail unspecified reporter over airmen rescue leaks
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Fact check: Trump makes false claims about the Iran war and his foreign policy record

Fact check: Trump makes false claims about the Iran war and his foreign policy record

Fact check: Trump makes false claims about the Iran war and his foreign policy record
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US stocks drift higher ahead of Trump's deadline to bomb Iranian power plants

The U.S. stock market drifted higher in tentative trading ahead of a deadline President Donald Trump has set to bomb Iranian power plants

US stocks drift higher ahead of Trump's deadline to bomb Iranian power plants
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Trump endorses Republican Steven Hilton for California governor, reordering wide-open race

President Donald Trump is endorsing Republican Steve Hilton for California governor, reordering a wide-open race

Trump endorses Republican Steven Hilton for California governor, reordering wide-open race
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Trump says Iran could be ‘taken out in one night’: What we know about the war, now in its 6th week

Trump says Iran could be ‘taken out in one night’: What we know about the war, now in its 6th week

Trump says Iran could be ‘taken out in one night’: What we know about the war, now in its 6th week
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DeSantis signs Florida law to label groups as terrorists and expel student supporters

Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a law allowing Florida leaders to label groups as domestic or foreign terrorist organizations

DeSantis signs Florida law to label groups as terrorists and expel student supporters
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2 US lawmakers visiting Cuba denounce island's 'economic bombing' under energy blockade

Two U.S. lawmakers are calling for a permanent solution to Cuba’s crises after witnessing the effects of a U.S. energy blockade during an official visit to the island

2 US lawmakers visiting Cuba denounce island's 'economic bombing' under energy blockade
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ICE agent allegedly rams immigrant's vehicle, leaving him injured

ICE agent allegedly rams immigrant's vehicle, leaving him injured

ICE agent allegedly rams immigrant's vehicle, leaving him injured
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JPMorgan CEO Dimon: Iran war could reignite inflation and keep Fed rates higher for longer

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon warns that a resilient U.S. economy could face renewed inflation pressures if the war in Iran disrupts global energy markets

JPMorgan CEO Dimon: Iran war could reignite inflation and keep Fed rates higher for longer
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Steve Bannon wins Supreme Court order likely to lead to dismissal of contempt of Congress conviction

Longtime Trump ally Steve Bannon has won a Supreme Court order that’s expected to lead to the dismissal of his criminal conviction for refusing to testify to Congress

Steve Bannon wins Supreme Court order likely to lead to dismissal of contempt of Congress conviction
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Supreme Court clears path for Trump’s DOJ to dismiss criminal case against Steve Bannon

Supreme Court clears path for Trump’s DOJ to dismiss criminal case against Steve Bannon

Supreme Court clears path for Trump’s DOJ to dismiss criminal case against Steve Bannon
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Shield of Sisters aids military sexual trauma survivors at Fort Hood and beyond

Shield of Sisters aids military sexual trauma survivors at Fort Hood and beyond

Shield of Sisters aids military sexual trauma survivors at Fort Hood and beyond
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Veteran receives kidney donation after more than 6 years waiting

Veteran receives kidney donation after more than 6 years waiting

Veteran receives kidney donation after more than 6 years waiting
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CNN will host a California gubernatorial primary debate on May 5

CNN will host a California gubernatorial primary debate on May 5

CNN will host a California gubernatorial primary debate on May 5
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Jamie Dimon warns that the Iran war could bring an economic ‘skunk’ to the party

Jamie Dimon warns that the Iran war could bring an economic ‘skunk’ to the party

Jamie Dimon warns that the Iran war could bring an economic ‘skunk’ to the party
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What to expect in Georgia's special congressional runoff

Voters in a northwest Georgia congressional district will elect a new representative on Tuesday to replace Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene, who resigned in January following a public rift with President Donald Trump

What to expect in Georgia's special congressional runoff
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Alleged explosives found near gas pipeline raises heat days before Hungary’s pivotal election

Alleged explosives found near gas pipeline raises heat days before Hungary’s pivotal election

Alleged explosives found near gas pipeline raises heat days before Hungary’s pivotal election
Crime|Political|US

‘They’ve lost the jury pool’: Jeanine Pirro’s office is struggling to win trials this year

‘They’ve lost the jury pool’: Jeanine Pirro’s office is struggling to win trials this year

‘They’ve lost the jury pool’: Jeanine Pirro’s office is struggling to win trials this year
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Trump endorses Republican Steve Hilton in California governor’s race

Trump endorses Republican Steve Hilton in California governor’s race

Trump endorses Republican Steve Hilton in California governor’s race
Crime|Election|Finance|Political|US

Bondi’s ouster sparks debate on DOJ’s independence

Sources tell CNN that before firing Attorney General Pam Bondi, President Donald Trump had grown frustrated with her partly because she hadn't investigated or prosecuted enough of his political opponents. While MAGA blames the previous administration for starting "lawfare" into Trump, CNN Senior Legal Analyst Elie Honig says that still wouldn't justify the investigations the president is calling for.

Bondi’s ouster sparks debate on DOJ’s independence
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Voters in Georgia have moved on from Marjorie Taylor Greene. On Tuesday, they finally fill her seat

Voters in Georgia have moved on from Marjorie Taylor Greene. On Tuesday, they finally fill her seat

Voters in Georgia have moved on from Marjorie Taylor Greene. On Tuesday, they finally fill her seat
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Oil prices climb after Trump threatens Iran over Strait of Hormuz

Oil prices climb after Trump threatens Iran over Strait of Hormuz

Oil prices climb after Trump threatens Iran over Strait of Hormuz
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Trump administration agencies post Easter messages celebrating Christ’s resurrection

The Trump administration has taken a new tack in celebrating Easter

Trump administration agencies post Easter messages celebrating Christ’s resurrection
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

As 4 astronauts aim to make history at the moon, Trump recommends slashing NASA’s budget

As 4 astronauts aim to make history at the moon, Trump recommends slashing NASA’s budget

As 4 astronauts aim to make history at the moon, Trump recommends slashing NASA’s budget
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Inside the mission to recover a downed American airman

Inside the mission to recover a downed American airman

Inside the mission to recover a downed American airman
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Secret Service investigates reports of gunfire near Lafayette Park across from the White House

The U.S. Secret Service says it's investigating overnight reports of gunfire near Lafayette Park, which is across the street from the White House

Secret Service investigates reports of gunfire near Lafayette Park across from the White House
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How Graham Platner is using trivia games and happy hours to help power his Maine Senate campaign

Democrat Graham Platner is attracting support for his Maine Senate campaign from voters willing to forgive his past transgressions and embrace his populist message

How Graham Platner is using trivia games and happy hours to help power his Maine Senate campaign
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Pope Leo urges those who ‘unleash wars’ to choose peace in his first Easter message

Pope Leo urges those who ‘unleash wars’ to choose peace in his first Easter message

Pope Leo urges those who ‘unleash wars’ to choose peace in his first Easter message
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Missing service member rescued by US forces after jet downed in Iran, Trump announces

Missing service member rescued by US forces after jet downed in Iran, Trump announces

Missing service member rescued by US forces after jet downed in Iran, Trump announces
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As the Iran war drags on, Israeli solidarity comes under strain

As the Iran war drags on, Israeli solidarity comes under strain

As the Iran war drags on, Israeli solidarity comes under strain