Pledging to 'rewire Britain', 'King of the North' Burnham becomes PM
SpaceX moves Starship launch attempt to Thursday
Angel Reese accepts Toronto coach Sandy Brondello's apology for inappropriate comment
Soccer-Torres grabs extra-time winner as Spain beat toothless Argentina to win their second World Cup
Soccer-Spain battle past 10-man Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win World Cup
Canada to temporarily bar entry for foreigners who have recently been to Congo, against UN advice
US Vice President JD Vance announces birth of son
Africa|Crime|Education|World
A school bus crash in Uganda kills at least 20 children and an adult
A school bus accident in Uganda has killed at least 20 children and one adult
July 17, 2026World
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Consumer sentiment surges due to lower gas prices
Consumer sentiment surges due to lower gas prices
July 17, 2026
World
Trump doubles down on US election attacks in his primetime speech
President Donald Trump has used a primetime address to question the legitimacy of U.S. elections and push for more restrictive voting laws
July 16, 2026
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Communist scientists built a Cold War cola to beat Coke. It’s still a hit — along with these 7 other global rivals
Communist scientists built a Cold War cola to beat Coke. It’s still a hit — along with these 7 other global rivals
July 17, 2026
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Rory McIlroy set to be around for the weekend at British Open after second-round 67
Rory McIlroy looks to have done enough to make it to the weekend at Royal Birkdale
July 17, 2026
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Nasdaq, S&P 500 drop 1% after China’s latest AI breakthrough rattles tech stocks
Nasdaq, S&P 500 drop 1% after China’s latest AI breakthrough rattles tech stocks
July 17, 2026
Environment|Health|Science|World
Wildfire smoke kills tens of thousands of people a year. Here's how it attacks the body
Wildfire smoke, which is increasing in the Northern Hemisphere as the climate warms, attacks nearly every system in the body
July 17, 2026
Australia|Europe|Sports|World
Lucas Herbert and Sam Burns match the major championship record with 62s at the British Open
Lucas Herbert and Sam Burns have each matched the major championship scoring record of 62 in the British Open, with one celebration far different from the other
July 17, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Danish police officer and 2 others shot, including suspected perpetrator. One person was killed
Danish police say that a police officer and two other people have been shot including the suspected perpetrator
July 17, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Sports|World
10 songs to get hyped for the World Cup final
To get in the spirit for the 2026 World Cup final between Argentina and Spain, The Associated Press has made a themed playlist
July 17, 2026
Environment|Health|World
As life expectancy rises, talks start on a UN treaty to protect older persons
A United Nations meeting this week heard calls for an end to ageism and better protection against what campaigners say are hidden abuses as negotiations began
July 17, 2026
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Chile storms kill three, displace hundreds as heaviest rains expected
Heavy rains sweeping central and southern Chile have left three people dead in addition to power cuts, multiple floods and road closures, authorities said Friday.
July 17, 2026
Economy|Europe|World
Andy Burnham is declared leader of UK's Labour Party, pledges to restore hope
Andy Burnham has been officially declared leader of Britain’s governing Labour Party, clearing his final hurdle to taking office as prime minister next week
July 17, 2026
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Botswana says Anglo picks De Beers buyer, weighs options for "optimal structure"
Anglo American has chosen a preferred buyer for its stake in diamond producer De Beers, with Botswana weighing whether to exercise its right of first
July 17, 2026
Environment|Europe|Health|Science|World
Wildfires, drought and storms hound Europe even as heatwave recedes
Firefighters backed by 30 aircraft struggled on Friday to
July 17, 2026
Economy|Finance|Political|World
From defeat to Downing Street: the rise, fall and return of Andy Burnham
After enduring one of the worst moments of his career when he lost his second bid for the Labour leadership in 2015, Andy Burnham
July 17, 2026
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EU plans measures to help EU banks build scale and compete with US rivals
The European Commission aims to limit political interference in European Union banking mergers and remove obstacles to cross-
July 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Election|World
Andy Burnham becomes British Labour leader; next stop — prime minister
Andy Burnham, nicknamed the "King of the North", was elected leader of Britain's governing Labour Party on Friday,
July 17, 2026
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US import prices unexpectedly rise in June
U.S. import prices unexpectedly rose in June as declines in the costs of food and energy products were more than offset by higher prices for capital and consumer goods,
July 17, 2026
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Russia intensifies strikes on Ukraine Black Sea ports, killing three
Russia attacked two Ukrainian Black Sea port cities on Friday, killing three people, Ukrainian officials said, as Moscow intensifies pressure on Ukraine's key trade routes.
July 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Stock Markets|Technology|World
Wall St opens lower as chip rout extends; Netflix slides
Wall Street's main indexes opened lower on Friday, with a reassessment of this year's AI-fueled rally by investors deepening a selloff in chip stocks and a weak forecast from
July 17, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World
What is Pakistan military's strength and capability?
Pakistan has been negotiating an expanded defence pact with Kuwait in exchange for energy cooperation and investment, according to five sources with knowledge of the
July 17, 2026
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Pakistan and Kuwait discuss expanded defence pact, sources say
Pakistan has been negotiating an expanded defence pact with Kuwait in exchange for energy
July 17, 2026
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Latvia in talks with strategic investor for ailing airBaltic, PM says
The Latvian government is negotiating with a strategic investor for struggling state-controlled airBaltic, Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs told Reuters, as
July 17, 2026
Business|Technology|World
China tells automakers to boost safety, quality checks
China's industry ministry on Friday called on automakers to resist "irrational competition" and ensure the safety of cars, car parts
July 17, 2026
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The Trump administration’s global campaign against ‘radical left terrorism’ is built on a national security memo without congressional approval
Almost a year after President Trump authorized preemptive law enforcement measures based on political or ideological beliefs, a wave of terrorism prosecutions against left-wing protesters has begun.
July 17, 2026
Environment|Health|Sports|World
Will smoke smother out the World Cup final? Here’s the forecast
Will smoke smother out the World Cup final? Here’s the forecast
July 17, 2026
Economy|Environment|Science|World
Latin American governments prepare for El Nino as drought, floods and heat loom
Governments across Latin America are stepping up preparations as El Nino strengthens across the Pacific, raising concerns about drought, extreme heat, flooding and wildfire risk
July 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World
Alphabet, Intel results in focus for AI trade as US earnings rev up
U.S. corporate earnings season gathers steam in the coming week as Alphabet and Intel are set to offer updates that could sway the market-leading AI
July 17, 2026
Environment|Health|Science|World
Wildfire smoke is driving terrible air quality as new wildfire plumes arrive from Canada
Wildfire smoke is driving terrible air quality as new wildfire plumes arrive from Canada
July 15, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Indonesia central bank says it is monitoring banking liquidity
Indonesia's central bank on Friday said it was monitoring the distribution of liquidity in banks to ensure lenders have a liquidity level that supports stability as well
July 17, 2026
Business|Health|Science|World
Aid group says seven Americans quarantining at Kenya Ebola facility after US travel ban
Seven American aid workers who had been in Congo to fight the Ebola outbreak are quarantining at a new isolation facility in Kenya after the U.S.
July 17, 2026
Health|Science|World
Transport of dead bodies within Congo risks further Ebola spread, UN agency warns
The transport of Ebola victims' bodies between different areas of the Democratic Republic of Congo, often for funerals in their home communities,
July 17, 2026
Environment|Europe|Science|World
Hungary channels water to protect UNESCO bird haven amid drought
Hungarian authorities have been channeling water into a vast area within the country's Hortobagy National
July 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Lifestyle|Sports|World
World Cup beer sales are hopping. Brewers hope the stout demand outlasts the tournament
The World Cup has been a bonanza for beer in the United States
July 17, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Russian courts target two outspoken critics of war in Ukraine
Russian authorities have detained a blogger who criticised President Vladimir Putin and the war in Ukraine and fined an anti-war politician, as Moscow sends a
July 17, 2026
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Truist's quarterly profit rises on strength in investment banking and trading
Truist Financial reported a higher quarterly profit on Friday, as a rebound in capital markets activity helped boost earnings from investment banking, while volatility fueled
July 17, 2026
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|World
Brazil unveils credit package for rural sector hit by U.S. tariffs
Brazil's government has authorized nearly 13.3 billion reais ($2.6 billion) in extraordinary credit for rural development programs, debt-refinancing initiatives, and
July 17, 2026
Europe|Political|Sports|World
Soccer-Spain's Sanchez to attend World Cup final alongside Trump amid tensions
Spain's Pedro Sanchez and U.S.
July 17, 2026
Asia|Economy|Political|US|World
Rubio expected to discuss Trump-Xi summit in Asia meetings
U.S.
July 17, 2026
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Chinese airlines order 95 Airbus jets with list price of $17.8 billion to expand fleets
Three Chinese airlines will buy a combined 95 Airbus aircraft for a total list price of about $17.8 billion, as carriers in the world's second-largest
July 17, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Andy Burnham bets political future on remaking Britain's centralised state
Andy Burnham, Britain's next prime minister, is staking his premiership on a goal that has eluded most British
July 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
Andy Burnham will be Britain’s seventh leader in a decade. Can he buck the trend?
Andy Burnham will be Britain’s seventh leader in a decade. Can he buck the trend?
July 17, 2026
Crime|Health|Travel|World
He died in Venezuela’s earthquakes a day after the US deported him. Now his mother is seeking justice
He died in Venezuela’s earthquakes a day after the US deported him. Now his mother is seeking justice
July 17, 2026
Election|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|World
Netanyahu buys political loyalty with controversial legislation ahead of election
Netanyahu buys political loyalty with controversial legislation ahead of election
July 17, 2026
Sports|World
Slovenian Slavko Vinčić to referee World Cup final as FIFA picks a European for Argentina-Spain game
The World Cup final between Argentina and Spain will be refereed Sunday by Slavko Vinčić of Slovenia
July 17, 2026
Economy|Education|World
Iranians suffer new uncertainty and anxiety as US steps up attacks
A new wave of U.S. attacks on Iran has plunged Iranians back into deep uncertainty and anxiety after a period of relative calm while a shaky ceasefire
July 17, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Technology|World
US companies face rise in cyber attacks
Companies worldwide are grappling with a surge in AI-driven cyberattacks and ransomware that steal sensitive data and disrupt operations.
July 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Tech selloff weighs on European shares ahead of ECB meeting next week
A global rout in tech stocks dragged Europe's equity benchmark slightly lower on Friday, leaving investors on edge as they
July 17, 2026
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Global equity funds draw inflows for the eighth week on earnings optimism
Global equity funds attracted inflows for an eighth consecutive week through July 15, as investor risk appetite was lifted by a strong start to the earnings season and cooler U.S.
July 17, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Ukraine fights under an interim defense chief after Zelenskyy's contested government shake-up
Ukraine is navigating a leadership shake-up amid its ongoing war with Russia
July 17, 2026
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Japan enshrines male-only succession for the shrinking imperial family
Japan’s parliament has enacted a historic revision to the 19th-century Imperial House Law by insisting only paternal-lineage males can become emperor
July 17, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World
US says it is 'deeply concerned' by PNG closure of Taiwan office
The United States is "deeply concerned" by reports that Papua New Guinea has ordered the closure of Taiwan's representative office in the country, the State Department said
July 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Japan's ruling party warns about suspected collusion between activist investors and private equity
Japan's ruling party raised concerns on Friday over suspected collusion between activist investors and buyout funds in take-private deals
July 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World
How Korean stocks turned from trusty bellwether to AI frenzy
Billions of dollars in leveraged bets on South Korea's AI darlings have warped a stock market once revered as a
July 17, 2026
Political|World
Iran strikes eastern Syria, in first such attack during current war
Iran struck eastern Syria on Friday, Iranian state media and a Syrian military source said, in the first known attack by Tehran on Syrian territory since a regional war
July 17, 2026
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Burberry's Europe sales hit by Iran war while US and China grow
Burberry said conflict in the Middle East was hurting tourist spending in Europe, sending the British luxury brand's shares down more than 6% on Friday even
July 17, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Polish president vetoes bills that would have improved rights of same-sex couples
Poland's president vetoed two bills on Friday that would have introduced "cohabitation contracts" for couples living together, dealing a blow to same-sex couples in one of
July 17, 2026
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Volvo Cars sees stronger second half despite steep China decline, rising costs
Volvo Cars on Friday forecast that profits would recover in the second half, even as the Swedish carmaker warned of rising key raw material costs and an
July 17, 2026
Travel|World
Airlines resume some Middle East flights but disruption continues
More airlines are restoring flights to parts of the Middle East after the conflict that followed U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, but some carriers
February 28, 2026
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China warns of reciprocal countermeasures after US shortens foreign journalist visas
The Trump administration is drastically shortening visas for foreign journalists in the U.S. The new rule announced by the Department of Homeland Security limits visas to 240 days, down from up to five years
July 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World
Wars shift focus from jets to weapons at giant Farnborough Airshow
Spiralling security risks are expected to push defence to the forefront of Britain's Farnborough Airshow
July 17, 2026
Business|Technology|Travel|World
Pakistan cargo crash families push for international help to find black boxes
Relatives of the five crew members aboard a Boeing 737 cargo plane that crashed into the Arabian Sea off Pakistan last week are urging an
July 17, 2026
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Chipotle is entering the land of the taco. Will Mexicans bite?
With balloons, confetti and optimism, U.S.-based Cal-Mex food chain Chipotle on Thursday opened its first restaurant in the country,
July 17, 2026
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Japan PM vows to pursue steps to encourage domestic investment by GPIF
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said on Friday the government will pursue steps that encourage investment in domestic financial assets by households
July 17, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US|World
China calls US visa regulations 'discriminatory', threatens countermeasures
China on Friday urged the United States to withdraw its new "discriminatory" visa regulations and said it reserves the right to take reciprocal countermeasures.
July 17, 2026
Political|Science|Technology|World
China's Xi calls for more global efforts to guide AI, chides US for its curbs on tech sharing
Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for more global cooperation in the development and governance of artificial intelligence, while promising support for other countries
July 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Among AI crowd, some investors position for slower hyperscaler spending growth
The parabolic rally in AI chipmakers has run into turbulence amid concern about valuations and the sustainability of their bumper revenues, with some
July 17, 2026
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DOJ says man charged over Philadelphia mosque fire
The U.S. Department of Justice said on Thursday a man was charged with arson in relation to a fire last week at a mosque in Philadelphia.
July 17, 2026
Election|Finance|MidEast|Political|World
Israel's parliament dissolves ahead of Oct. 27 elections
Israel's parliament has dissolved after passing a series of controversial bills in marathon sessions in its last few days
July 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World
JERA begins study on US listing as it steps up overseas expansion, sources say
JERA, Japan's biggest power generator, has begun a feasibility study for a U.S. listing as it explores means of expanding overseas and
July 17, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World
China's Moonshot unveils world's largest open AI model, closing in on US rivals
Chinese AI startup Moonshot on Friday unveiled Kimi K3, a 2.8 trillion-parameter model that it said is the world's largest open-weight AI system and
July 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Technology|World
Saab profit beats forecast as defence boom spurs surge in orders
Swedish defence and aerospace group Saab reported a bigger-than-expected rise in operating earnings for the second quarter on Friday as booming demand
July 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|World
China's oil imports have plunged during the Iran war. How much will they recover?
For five years, China imported an average of 11.5 million barrels of oil per day. Since April, it has averaged just 8 million bpd.
July 17, 2026
Political|Science|Technology|World
Xi pitches China as leader of new global AI order, challenging US dominance
Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday cast Beijing as the champion of a new global AI order, using China's
July 17, 2026
Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World
Taiwan must heed calls to share responsibility for 'collective defence', president says
Taiwan must heed international calls to share the responsibility for "collective defence", President Lai Ching-te said on Friday, appealing for
July 17, 2026
MidEast|Political|World
A former prime minister who led Israel out of Lebanon fears mistakes are being repeated
Israel has again occupied much of southern Lebanon, 26 years after ending its 18-year occupation
July 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Health|World
A simple pair of glasses is helping productivity gains in some Bangladesh garment factories
In Bangladesh, a simple pair of reading glasses is transforming the lives of garment workers like Ruma Aktar
July 17, 2026
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World
US military says it completed latest strikes on Iran, marking 6th consecutive night of attacks
The U.S. military said late on Thursday it completed its latest wave of strikes on Iran that were carried out at President Donald Trump's direction
July 17, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Interview|Stock Markets|World
Yen likely to weaken past 170 before Japan's growth bet pays off, RSM's Brusuelas says
The yen may weaken to 170 per dollar and beyond before fruits of the government's stimulus plan engineer a reversal, said RSM US chief economist Joe Brusuelas
July 17, 2026
Asia|Political|World
North Korea calls Seoul a 'puppet' for its role in US maritime exercise
North Korean state media on Friday called South Korea a "puppet" following its participation in a maritime exercise led by the U.S., saying Seoul and
July 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Japan to leave monetary policy tools to BOJ in economic blueprint, document shows
Japan's government will state in its economic blueprint that decisions on specific monetary policy tools should be left to the Bank of
July 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Election|Political|US|World
Trump threatens to revoke licenses of US networks for not carrying primetime speech
Two of the three major U.S. television networks and CNN did not broadcast a prime-time address on Thursday by President Donald Trump on their primary
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Chipped away
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Rae Wee The global chip rout extended into Friday, with stocks in Taiwan and Japan bearing the brunt of the beating, while South Korean
July 17, 2026
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Trump's fiery China allegations may threaten superpower truce
Donald Trump's renewed accusations that China
July 17, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World
Japan June core inflation seen at 1.6% on elevated energy prices: Reuters poll
Japan's core consumer inflation probably picked up in June from the previous month due to elevated energy prices, as well as technical factors including revisions to medical
July 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World
Andy Burnham, a mayor from England's north, is poised to become Britain's next prime minister
Andy Burnham is about to become Britain’s 59th prime minister, following the sudden downfall of Labour Prime Minister Keir Starmer
July 17, 2026
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To air or not to air? Nation's TV networks struggle to find the right balance for Trump speech
To air or not to air
July 17, 2026
Arts|Crime|Education|Political|World
Hong Kong official says booksellers should ensure titles won't harm national security after arrests
Hong Kong’s top security official has urged booksellers to ensure their titles do not harm national security
July 16, 2026
Americas|Crime|Environment|World
Texas flooding kills two as state braces for historic rains
Torrential rains killed two people in Texas as floodwaters swept them away in their vehicles while the state braced for "record-shattering" rainfall over the next
July 17, 2026
Asia|Australia|Crime|Health|Political|World
Australia summons Laos ambassador, calls for serious charges in backpacker methanol deaths
Australia summoned Laos' ambassador to Canberra on Friday, saying it was "deeply frustrated and bitterly disappointed" that Laos was not pursuing the most serious charges
July 17, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Travel|World
China's top airlines warn of heavy losses ahead of uncertain summer
China's biggest airlines enter the peak summer travel season facing a more challenging outlook after warning of heavy first-half losses, with weakening
July 17, 2026
Arts|Business|Political|US|World
US appeals court keeps in place Pentagon's escort policy for journalists
A federal appeals court sided with President Donald Trump's administration on Thursday in a case brought by The New York Times over the Pentagon's
July 17, 2026
MidEast|Political|World
US hits more bridges in Iran in an expansion of its airstrike campaign
The United States is expanding its airstrike campaign against Iran by increasingly hitting bridges
July 16, 2026
Election|Finance|Political|US|World
Trump accuses China of 2020 election interference, contradicting U.S. intel
U.S.
July 16, 2026
Election|Finance|Political|US|World
The Latest: Trump delivers primetime address to the nation
President Donald Trump addressed the nation on topics that included elections and voting machines, revisiting long-debunked conspiracy theories about his 2020 defeat to Democrat Joe Biden
July 16, 2026
Crime|Political|World
Outrage after ICE agents tackle man at Las Vegas airport
Video footage of ICE agents tackling a man at Las Vegas Airport has sparked public outrage and criticism from officials
July 17, 2026
Americas|Environment|US|World
Texas flash floods leave at least 2 dead in region devastated a year ago
Authorities in Texas have rescued hundreds of stranded drivers and people trapped in homes and at least two people have died due to catastrophic flooding
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|US|World
Fed may need to hike rates if inflation does not ease soon, Jefferson says
Federal Reserve Vice Chair Philip Jefferson on Thursday suggested he would be open to raising interest rates if there is no near-term
July 17, 2026
Asia|Political|Technology|World
Philippines protests Chinese state media's 'racist' video depicting Filipinos as monkeys
The Philippines condemned as racist a video posted by the state-run China Daily depicting Filipinos as monkeys, saying on Friday it had lodged a diplomatic protest with
July 17, 2026
Election|Political|US|World
Trump's championing of debunked vote conspiracies casts shadow over midterms
If President Donald Trump repeats claims in a national address on Thursday that the 2020 election was stolen from him, as many experts
July 17, 2026
Business|Crime|Political|US|World
Family to hold a vigil for man fatally shot by immigration officer in Houston
The family of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, a man fatally shot by a federal immigration agent in Houston, is holding a public vigil for him
July 17, 2026
Environment|Science|World
Weather conditions again brought devastating floods to a vulnerable swath of Texas
Severe storms have dumped over 20 inches of rain in parts of Texas, causing significant flooding
July 17, 2026
Science|Technology|World
SpaceX Starship launch aborted on the pad at the last moment
SpaceX's next Starship test flight is off until at least next week after a last-second abort on the pad
July 17, 2026
Crime|US|World
Todd Blanche holds tense meeting with Epstein survivors after key GOP senator’s ultimatum
Todd Blanche holds tense meeting with Epstein survivors after key GOP senator’s ultimatum
July 16, 2026
Business|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Travel|World
US investigators lead probe into Ryanair flight where man was partly sucked out of broken window
U.S. aviation safety investigators have taken over the investigation into what caused a window to dislodge on a Ryanair flight from Greece to Germany on July 10
July 17, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
ICC staffer repeats misconduct allegations against prosecutor Karim Khan in TV interview
A junior lawyer at the International Criminal Court on Thursday repeated her allegations that prosecutor Karim Khan had non-consensual sexual contact with her, in a CNN
July 17, 2026
Crime|World
Judge rules US government's 2024 phone searches of Palestinian American violated his rights
A federal judge has ruled the U.S. government violated the constitutional rights of Palestinian American Osama Abu Irshaid when customs agents seized
July 17, 2026
Crime|US|World
UN experts concerned by Trump's removal of immigration judges
The Trump administration's removal of more than 100 immigration judges is undermining the independence of the courts and the U.S. justice system, a panel
July 17, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un hosts senior Chinese official Wang Huning
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un held talks with China's fourth-highest-ranked official, Wang Huning, the state-run Korean Central News Agency reported on Friday, the latest
July 17, 2026
Business|Technology|World
Truth Social to sell trading firms 'fastest' access to Trump's posts
Trump Media & Technology Group has unveiled a paid-for, licensed data feed that will give banks and trading firms "the fastest" access
July 16, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Russian and Ukrainian attacks kill at least 13, officials say
Russian and Ukrainian attacks on civilian areas in towns and cities, many on the front line of the more than four-year-old war, killed at least 13 people on Thursday, local
July 17, 2026
Economy|Political|World
Trump threatens new Iran escalation and risks repeating old mistakes
President Donald Trump has ramped up U.S. air strikes on Iran and threatened broader escalation, but there is little sign that a military strategy
July 17, 2026
Business|Health|Technology|Travel|World
US to take lead in probe into Ryanair Boeing 737 engine failure over Greece
The U.S.
July 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
China bets on faster state-backed projects to shore up growth, avoid broad stimulus
China can stabilise economic growth this year by accelerating already-budgeted national infrastructure investment projects, economists and one government adviser said, reducing the
July 17, 2026
Asia|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Quiet U.S. pullback in Eastern Europe sparks wider allied worries
As Estonia's Defence Minister Hanno Pevkur prepared to fly to the NATO summit in Ankara this month, he revealed to local journalists that several hundred U.S. troops
July 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Brazil readies 'tough' response to new Trump tariffs, sources say
Brazil's government convened top ministers on Thursday to prepare retaliatory measures against Washington's latest tariffs, with options including
July 17, 2026
Environment|Health|Science|US|World
Wildfire smoke makes air unhealthy from the US Midwest to East Coast. Officials say stay inside
Heavy smoke from wildfires is darkening skies from the U.S. Midwest to the East Coast
July 16, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World
Trump firm plans to sell priority access to Truth Social posts, possibly his own
President Donald Trump's media company is planning to charge for special high-speed access to Truth Social posts, including possibly his own affecting national security and financial markets
July 17, 2026
Business|Sports|World
Major League Soccer's NYCFC says it wants to sign Christian Pulisic but AC Milan not interested
New York City FC wants to bring Christian Pulisic to Major League Soccer, but AC Milan isn't interested in selling him
July 17, 2026
Entertainment|World
Hegseth again backs a low-altitude military flyover as maneuvers draw scrutiny
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is supporting low-altitude military flyovers as the maneuvers have faced scrutiny
July 17, 2026
Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
National Guard deployment to DC will last through Trump's term
President Donald Trump’s deployment of National Guard troops to the nation’s capital is being extended by more than two years and will last until the end of his term
July 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|US|World
US House Republicans push forward on Trump funding plan for Iran war, election overhaul
Republicans in the U.S.
July 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
US refiner margins hit new records as fuel shortage concerns grow
U.S. refiner margins registered a fresh record high for the third consecutive session on Thursday, as low stockpiles and worsening tensions in the Middle
July 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
US tariffs on Brazil are a bitter pill for sugar and ethanol makers
Brazil's ethanol and sugar producers on Thursday despaired at the imposition of new 25% tariffs on Brazilian goods by the U.S.
July 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Dollar firms as US-Iran tensions renew oil price risk
The dollar clung to gains against major peers on
July 16, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
Blanche meets Epstein survivors after Tillis demand
Acting U.S.
July 16, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Political|Sports|US|World
Pentagon chief backs pilots amid review into US Navy Blue Angels' low altitude flight
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth backed the U.S.
July 17, 2026
Environment|Health|Science|World
Canada wildfire smoke blankets US Midwest, Northeast with hazardous air
Heavy smoke from hundreds of wildfires in Canada enveloped a swath of the U.S. from the Midwest to the Northeast on Thursday, prompting warnings
July 16, 2026
Sports|World
English media and former players criticize Thomas Tuchel after team's latest World Cup letdown
England hired a German coach to end 60 years of hurt but will exit the World Cup in the most English of ways
July 17, 2026
Environment|Health|Science|Sports|World
Spain practices outside before the World Cup final as smoke fills the air in northern New Jersey
With the sun obstructed by haze, Spain’s players practiced ahead of the World Cup final outside in northern New Jersey while air conditions are hazardous because of smoke from Canadian wildfires
July 17, 2026
Arts|Business|Crime|Environment|Science|Travel|US|World
NYC sightseeing helicopter likely hit birds before its fatal plunge into Hudson River, report shows
The National Transportation Safety Board says the remains of several geese were found on the wreckage of a New York City sightseeing helicopter that crashed into the Hudson River last year and killed 6 people
July 17, 2026
Sports|World
Messi has a message for World Cup critics of Argentina: 'Nothing was handed to us'
Lionel Messi has a message for Argentina’s detractors: “Nothing was handed to us.”
July 17, 2026
Business|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports|World
Jackson Suber leads a day of surprises at Birkdale with a 65 in his first British Open
So much focus was on the new Royal Birkdale
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World
Slumping AI stocks drag down markets around the world
Drops for computer chipmakers and other AI winners dragged down stock markets worldwide
July 16, 2026
Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|World
Missouri 19-year-old uses toy drive to help Missourians impacted by historic floods
Missouri 19-year-old uses toy drive to help Missourians impacted by historic floods
July 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
Truth Social will sell Wall Street quicker access to posts
Truth Social will sell Wall Street quicker access to posts
July 17, 2026
Political|Sports|US|World
Trump to attend World Cup final on Sunday, White House says
U.S.
July 16, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Nicaragua breaks diplomatic ties with Italy over extradition row in killing of former PM Moro
Nicaragua severed diplomatic relations with Italy on Thursday over Rome's long-running demand to extradite a former Red Brigades militant convicted for his role in the 1978
July 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World
Ontario seeks federal support for evacuations as wildfires devastate remote Canadian towns
Ontario requested federal assistance to evacuate people from remote northern Canadian communities ravaged by wildfires on Thursday, as smoke brought poor air quality to
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
Oil settles lower, but remains near one-month high on U.S.-Iran tension
Oil prices settled about 1% lower on Thursday but remained near their highest level since mid-June as the Iran war escalated, with Tehran asking Yemen's
July 16, 2026
Health|Political|Science|US|World
White House says it is closely monitoring food-borne illness outbreak
The White House is closely monitoring the food-borne cyclospora outbreak and is committed to providing the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention with all necessary
July 17, 2026
Economy|Health|Political|World
US to revive rule that could deny green cards to immigrants using public benefits
The U.S. government is reviving a rule that could deny permanent residency to immigrants who use public benefits such as food stamps and Medicaid, the Department of Homeland
July 17, 2026
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World
US will focus counterterrorism efforts on left-wing groups, Rubio says
U.S.
July 16, 2026
Business|Crime|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
Trump's teleprompter operator under CFTC probe over potential insider trading
U.S.
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
US imposes new 25% tariffs on Brazil, expands exemptions list
The U.S. will hit Brazil with new 25% duties on its furniture, ethanol, machinery, footwear,
July 16, 2026
Economy|MidEast|Political|World
Iran and US step up attacks, release of American in dispute
Iran and the United States exchanged intensifying fire on Thursday in a week-long escalation that has largely
July 16, 2026
Economy|Health|Political|US|World
Trump administration revives rule that could deny green cards to immigrants who use public benefits
The Trump administration is reviving a rule that could deny green cards to immigrants who use public benefits that could include food stamps, Medicaid, housing vouchers and more
July 16, 2026
Education|World
Trump administration caps how long international students can stay in the US
The Trump administration has finalized a rule that will prevent international students from staying in the U.S. for more than four years unless they seek and obtain government approval, a departure from long-standing practice
July 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Brazil calls Trump’s 25% tariff unjust and vows to impose reciprocal tariffs
Brazil has criticized a new U.S. tariff on certain Brazilian imports and says it plans to impose reciprocal tariffs
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Lifestyle|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
‘Let’s get back to work’: Karoline Leavitt returns to the briefing room podium for the first time since maternity leave
‘Let’s get back to work’: Karoline Leavitt returns to the briefing room podium for the first time since maternity leave
July 17, 2026
Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World
Hopes for US-Iran diplomacy still alive as fighting intensifies over the Strait of Hormuz
Fighting between the U.S. and Iran has intensified
July 17, 2026
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World
2 executions scheduled for same day in Florida for the first time in more than 60 years
The state of Florida is set to execute two death row inmates on the same day for the first time in more than 60 years, now that a stay has been lifted for a former police officer who had been scheduled to die earlier his year
July 17, 2026
Crime|US|World
Fatal ICE encounters, reversal over vehicle stops are first major test for DHS Secretary Mullin
Markwayne Mullin is facing his first major test as Homeland Security secretary after three people were killed in encounters with ICE officers in less than a week
July 16, 2026
Crime|Europe|Interview|MidEast|World
Exclusive: Lawyer goes public with sexual misconduct claims against ICC chief prosecutor. He denies the allegations
Exclusive: Lawyer goes public with sexual misconduct claims against ICC chief prosecutor. He denies the allegations
July 17, 2026
Election|Interview|Political|US|World
Fetterman lays out ‘red line’ over leaving Democratic Party: Israel
Fetterman lays out ‘red line’ over leaving Democratic Party: Israel
July 17, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World
Chipmakers put pressure on equity indexes globally, oil dips
Equity indexes around the world fell on Thursday as investors offloaded heavy-weight chip stocks while the U.S. dollar and Treasury
July 16, 2026
Africa|Crime|World
Nigeria brings home 1,490 citizens from South Africa after xenophobic attacks
Nigeria has completed the voluntary evacuation of 1,490 citizens from South Africa following a series of xenophobic attacks, its foreign ministry
July 16, 2026
Crime|Political|World
Netherlands says it will support the removal of ICC prosecutor Karim Khan
The Dutch government, which hosts the International Criminal Court on its territory, said on Thursday that it plans to vote for the removal of ICC prosecutor Karim Khan
July 16, 2026
Business|Europe|Technology|World
Franco-German defence cooperation under strain as Macron, Merz meet
France and Germany will discuss deepening cooperation on nuclear deterrence, missile defence, long-range strike capabilities and
July 16, 2026
Health|World
England to ban sale of high-caffeine energy drinks to under-16s from next year
The British government said on Thursday it would ban the sale of high-caffeine energy drinks to under-16s in England beginning in April next year, saying the move would
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
Fed's Schmid: Inflation is "concerning" and the focus of setting policy right now
Inflation is proving persistent across a broad range of goods and services, and remains the focus of monetary policy given a stable labor market,
July 16, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Guterres to travel to Cyprus to advance peace efforts, UN says
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres will travel to divided Cyprus at the end of July to discuss peacebuilding efforts between the Greek and Turkish
July 16, 2026
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World
Latvia boosts security at dam, gas storage facility due to Russian threat, PM says
Latvia has increased security around a hydroelectric dam upstream from its capital Riga and at a huge underground gas storage facility due to intelligence
July 16, 2026
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Sports|World
Myles Garrett of the Rams is voted as the top edge rusher in the NFL by an AP panel
Myles Garrett has been the NFL’s dominant defensive player for years, leading to his record-setting campaign with 23 sacks last season before being traded from Cleveland to the Los Angeles Rams
July 16, 2026
Election|Finance|Political|US|World
Rubio gathers countries on left-wing political violence as it becomes a Trump focus in elections
Secretary of State Marco Rubio has convened leaders from over 60 countries to take part in the Trump administration’s latest effort to quell what it calls “left-wing” political terrorism
July 16, 2026
Arts|Sports|Technology|World
NHL unveils its 2026-27 schedule, the first with 84 games apiece since '93-94
The most expansive season in NHL history gets underway Sept. 29 and runs through April 10 before the playoffs begin a couple of days later
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World
Ukrainians protest Zelenskyy's ouster of his popular defense minister
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy shook up his wartime government, drawing thousands into the streets across Ukraine to protest the dismissal of his youthful defense minister, Mykhailo Fedorov
July 16, 2026
Sports|World
Argentine golfer at British Open makes ear-cup gesture to mimic Enzo's World Cup goal celebration
The only Argentine golfer in the British Open field was playfully jeered by some spectators on the first tee the morning after his national soccer team’s epic comeback win over England at the World Cup
July 16, 2026
Business|Crime|Environment|Europe|World
The ex-CEO of Italian highway operator and 31 others convicted in deadly 2018 bridge collapse
An Italian court has convicted the former CEO of Italy's main highway operator and 31 others in the Genoa Morandi bridge collapse in 2018
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
Mortgage rates hit highest level since the start of the war with Iran
Mortgage rates hit highest level since the start of the war with Iran
July 16, 2026
Business|Crime|Environment|Lifestyle|US|World
Tractor-trailer goes off road, slams into homes
Tractor-trailer goes off road, slams into homes
July 16, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Merlier wins crash-marred 12th stage of the Tour de France, Pogacar retains overall lead
Belgian rider Tim Merlier maintained his strong form with a victory on the 12th stage of the Tour de France while several riders fell as they sprinted to the line
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
Trump administration races the clock to rebuild US tariff wall knocked down by Supreme Court
The U.S. Treasury last year swelled with revenue from President Donald Trump’s double-digit taxes on imports from almost every country on earth
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Most Gulf area economies face deeper downturns this year on Hormuz disruption
Most Gulf economies will contract more sharply this year than expected three months ago before rebounding in 2027, a Reuters poll found, as crumbling
July 16, 2026
Europe|Political|Technology|World
Ousted defence minister lays bare rift at heart of Ukraine's war effort
An extraordinary outburst by outgoing Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov laid bare a rift at the heart of Ukraine's war effort on
July 16, 2026
Europe|World
Zelenskiy taps new defence chief in bid to quell political crisis
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy moved to extinguish a political crisis on Thursday sparked by his dismissal of a reformist defence
July 16, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World
Armenia seizes company from opposition leader charged with fraud
Armenia has seized control of a cement company owned by an arrested opposition leader, state media said on Thursday, as critics accuse Prime Minister Nikol
July 16, 2026
Crime|Political|World
Rubio and Miller warn of the ‘mortal threat’ of ‘far-left terror’ in speech to 67 countries
Rubio and Miller warn of the ‘mortal threat’ of ‘far-left terror’ in speech to 67 countries
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Education|World
Hungary government reports Orban-era IT contracts to police
Hungary's government said on Thursday it sent a report to police about the suspected misuse of public funds during purchases of educational software made by the previous
July 16, 2026
Business|Entertainment|Europe|Technology|World
No liability exemption for Google in Italian YouTube spat, EU court says
Alphabet unit Google is not immune from liability for videos uploaded to YouTube by commercial partners, Europe's top court said on Thursday, a ruling
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Lebanon, Syria to reset trade ties, economy minister tells Reuters
Lebanon and Syria will in the coming months begin revising decades-old trade agreements to revive their economic relationship following the ouster of Syrian
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Health|Technology|World
US agency denies Tesla petition to avoid recall fix over headlight issue
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on Thursday said it was denying a 2024 petition filed by Tesla to avoid a recall fix for nearly
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World
How Uber, Delivery Hero and rivals stack up in global food delivery
July 16 - Uber will buy Delivery Hero in a deal valuing the German firm at $14.8 billion to create the largest food-delivery group outside China and stave off intensifying competition.
July 16, 2026
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World
Twenty-nine countries sign agreement to establish global AI cooperation body
Twenty-nine countries on Thursday signed an agreement to establish the World AI Cooperation Organization, an intergovernmental body China says aims to promote
July 16, 2026
Political|World
Houthi leader threatens Saudi oil facilities if Riyadh escalates in Yemen
Yemen's Houthi leader Abdul Malik al-Houthi said on Thursday that all Saudi oil and other vital facilities would be targets for the group's missiles and drones if Riyadh escalated
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|World
What remains of the Iran deal as fighting rages
There is now a yawning gap between the preliminary deal signed between the United States and Iran less than a month ago and the situation on the ground
July 16, 2026
Crime|Political|World
US designates 2 new Mexican cartels as foreign terrorist organizations
The U.S. government has designated two new Mexican cartels as foreign terrorist organizations
July 16, 2026
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World
US tariffs shake up Brazil's presidential race as candidates trade blame
The tariffs the Trump administration imposed on Brazilian goods on Wednesday thrust Washington into Brazil's October presidential election, reviving
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World
Chinese filing implies DeepSeek valuation of around $52 billion
Chinese luggage maker Anhui Korrun said on Thursday a fund it invested in deployed 2.9 billion yuan for an indirect 0.8265% stake in DeepSeek, implying
July 16, 2026
Business|Education|World
US to tighten visa regulations for foreign students, journalists
The Trump administration moved on Thursday to tighten the duration of visas for foreign students, cultural exchange visitors and
July 16, 2026
Americas|Europe|Political|Sports|World
UK urges FIFA to investigate Argentina over Falklands banner at World Cup
The British government has urged FIFA to investigate Argentina's soccer team after players posed with a banner claiming sovereignty over the Falkland Islands
July 16, 2026
Business|Election|Political|US|World
Officials debated White House push to declassify documents amid Trump campaign to sow election mistrust, sources say
Officials debated White House push to declassify documents amid Trump campaign to sow election mistrust, sources say
July 16, 2026
Entertainment|Political|Sports|World
Everything you need to know about the World Cup final
Everything you need to know about the World Cup final
July 16, 2026
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World
Maine mayor calls for independent investigation into deadly ICE-involved shooting
Maine mayor calls for independent investigation into deadly ICE-involved shooting
July 16, 2026
Health|Science|Technology|World
Trump officials want to make testosterone drugs easier to prescribe. Is that a good idea?
Health officials serving under President Donald Trump want to make it easier for men to get a prescription for testosterone
July 16, 2026
World
Escalating Israeli strikes kill five people in Gaza, medics say
Israeli strikes killed at least five Palestinians in the Gaza Strip on Thursday, Palestinian health officials said, as a U.S.-based research group
July 16, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Italy's coalition seeks pardon for jeweller who killed robbers
Italy's ruling parties on Thursday called for a presidential pardon for a 72-year-old jeweller who killed two robbers after a raid on his shop, saying any
July 16, 2026
Business|Environment|Europe|World
France's Macron pledges to replant Fontainebleau forest after devastating fire
French President Emmanuel Macron pledged to replant the historic Fontainebleau forest south of Paris on Thursday after wildfires scorched at least 10% of the 20,000-hectare
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
US weekly jobless claims fall; labor market remains stable
The number of Americans filing claims for unemployment benefits fell last week, pointing to continued labor market stability.
July 16, 2026
Entertainment|Europe|Sports|Travel|World
British Open: Baldwin hits 'terrifying' opening shot after missing World Cup semi due to early start
Matthew Baldwin has had the honor of hitting the opening tee shot of the British Open at a Royal Birkdale course where the locally born Englishman has been a member for 23 years
July 16, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Spanish PM's wife will face jury trial over embezzlement charges, court rules
The wife of Spain's prime minister will stand trial before a jury on charges of influence peddling and embezzlement, a court ruled on Thursday, in a further setback for the
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
IMF says new Bangladesh programme talks ahead, sees growth slowing
The International Monetary Fund said on Thursday that its staff team had concluded a visit to Bangladesh at the government's request and that discussions on the parameters
July 16, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Former Italian motorway boss among 32 convicted over Genoa bridge tragedy
The former head of Italian motorway operator Autostrade per l'Italia was sentenced to 12 years in prison on Thursday for his role in a disaster that
July 16, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Council of Europe warns five EU states of rights risks in return hub plans
Europe's leading human rights watchdog urged five EU nations on Thursday to fully protect the rights under international law of rejected asylum seekers they aim to deport
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
US pending home sales slump in June amid affordability challenges
Contracts to purchase previously owned U.S. homes fell more than expected in June as higher mortgages and house prices pushed prospective buyers to the sidelines.
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
German state minister says higher tariffs could boost Chinese interest in VW plant
The European Union should consider raising tariffs on cars made in China to increase pressure on Chinese automakers to partner with European manufacturers such as
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
US home builder sentiment falls in July amid affordability challenges
U.S. homebuilder sentiment unexpectedly fell in July, weighed down by economic uncertainty and high mortgage rates amid conflict in the Middle East, a survey showed on
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Food|World
Brazil instant coffee sector exempt from new US tariffs, protecting up to $2.5 billion in exports
Brazil's instant coffee is exempt from a new 25% U.S. tariff on Brazilian imports, a move eagerly awaited by the industry, which had previously been the only segment of
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
S&P 500, Nasdaq open lower as chip stocks weaken
The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq opened lower on Thursday as chip stocks weakened again, while investors parsed fresh economic data for clues on the health of the economy.
July 16, 2026
Business|Education|Sports|Travel|World
Soccer-A place called home: US Soccer's hope for the future
U.S.
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Gas is nearly $4 again and diesel just topped $5. It’s not what you think
Gas is nearly $4 again and diesel just topped $5. It’s not what you think
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Sports|Technology|World
Triathlon unites to increase its popularity closer to the level of tennis and golf
Triathlon is taking action to try to boost its popularity in hopes of bringing it closer to the level of tennis and golf
July 16, 2026
Political|World
Pakistan worries about being drawn into US-Iran conflict after Houthis attack Saudi Arabia
Attacks on Saudi Arabia by Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis this week have frustrated Pakistan and threaten to draw
July 16, 2026
Celebrity|Entertainment|Lifestyle|World
Two more of Brad Pitt’s kids want to ditch his surname
Two more of Brad Pitt’s kids want to ditch his surname
July 16, 2026
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World
Zelensky faces protests over ousting of Ukraine’s defense minister despite military gains
Zelensky faces protests over ousting of Ukraine’s defense minister despite military gains
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Health|Interview|Lifestyle|Opinion|Political|World
I’ve spent years studying economic data. These Americans taught me what ‘affordability’ really means
I’ve spent years studying economic data. These Americans taught me what ‘affordability’ really means
July 16, 2026
Environment|Science|World
Flash flood emergency issued for Camp Mystic disaster area as rivers rise in southern Texas
Flash flood emergency issued for Camp Mystic disaster area as rivers rise in southern Texas
July 15, 2026
Business|Environment|Science|Technology|World
No radiation leak after 'contamination' events at Africa's only nuclear plant, regulator says
There have been three recent contamination events inside the Koeberg Nuclear Power Station, South Africa’s nuclear regulator said
July 16, 2026
Political|US|World
Vance says some in Israeli government sought to sway US on Iran deal
U.S.
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Sports|Technology|World
Nike out of World Cup contention as Adidas-outfitted teams head to final
Nike's swoosh will be notably absent from the World Cup final.
July 16, 2026
Business|Education|Sports|World
Soccer-'Crisis' in youth sports comes into focus after early US World Cup exit
Another early World Cup exit underscores a fractured youth sports culture in the United States, as the nation hopes to catch up
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Israel economy shrank 3.8% in first quarter amid Iran war
Israel's economy shrank an annualised 3.8% in the first quarter, the Central Bureau of Statistics said on Thursday, in its third estimate in which growth was hurt by
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World
Ukraine parliament approves energy executive Koretskyi as new PM
Ukraine's parliament voted on Thursday to appoint energy executive Sergii Koretskyi as prime minister, the third since the start of Russia's invasion in 2022.
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World
Shein IPO faces lower valuation as e-commerce crackdown starts to bite
Shein's ambitions for a valuation of up to $50 billion in its long-awaited Hong Kong IPO are likely to face a tough test from
July 16, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
France flags 2027 budget squeeze as defence and debt costs surge
France's government plans to sharply restrain most public spending growth in 2027 as rising defence outlays and borrowing costs consume an increasing share of the budget,
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Nigeria to track poverty, incomes as government seeks proof reforms are working
Nigeria plans to publish indicators tracking poverty, incomes and inequality as President Bola Tinubu's government seeks to show that economic reforms are
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World
Damp Squib
What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-At-Large, Finance and Markets Another day, another test for chip stocks.
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Shortsellers take aim at manufacturing in June amid supply chain stress, Hazeltree data shows
Global hedge funds bet heavily against manufacturing stocks in June, data from Hazeltree shows, as investors grew more concerned about
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World
ECB to hold rates now but energy price resurgence points to September hike: Reuters poll
The European Central Bank will hold interest rates on July 23 but will hike for the second time this year in September as a renewed energy price surge
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
Citizens Financial's quarterly profit jumps on interest income, fees boost
Citizens Financial Group posted a higher second-quarter profit on Thursday, helped by higher net interest income and fee growth in wealth and capital markets businesses.
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World
BMW appoints new HR chief as it moves ahead with cost-cutting drive
BMW has appointed Dorothea von Boxberg as its new board member for human resources, the German carmaker said in a statement on Thursday, outlining her experience in "
July 16, 2026
Business|Europe|Technology|World
Google required to open up to AI, search engine rivals under EU-mandated changes
Alphabet's Google will have to help OpenAI and other AI rivals as well as online search engine competitors access its services to comply with EU rules
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Euro zone yields rise, gap between German and US borrowing costs smallest in a month
The gap between German and U.S. 10-year borrowing costs sat near its narrowest in a month on Thursday as the escalation of fighting in the Gulf sent euro zone
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
Iran tells Houthis to close Red Sea gateway if US hits power network, sources say
Iran has asked Yemen’s Houthi movement to stand ready to close the Red Sea oil route if the United States strikes Iranian
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
GE Aerospace sees repair demand holding up despite aviation fuel shock
GE Aerospace raised its 2026 profit forecast on Thursday as demand for engine repairs and spare parts held up despite high fuel prices and
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Heavier cattle, more markets: Argentine ranchers target beef exports
Higher global beef prices and new trade deals under President Javier Milei are encouraging Argentina's ranchers to
July 16, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|World
Hawaii Health Department's enforcement of hemp retailers is helping compliance
Hawaii Health Department's enforcement of hemp retailers is helping compliance
July 16, 2026
Environment|Science|US|World
Kilauea ends episode 51 after over 8 hours of volcanic activity
Kilauea ends episode 51 after over 8 hours of volcanic activity
July 16, 2026
Entertainment|Sports|World
The best way to watch the World Cup is in Spanish
The best way to watch the World Cup is in Spanish
July 16, 2026
Business|Crime|Europe|Political|World
Putin’s false claim of the capture of one Ukrainian town exposes the slow pace of Russia’s bloody advance
Putin’s false claim of the capture of one Ukrainian town exposes the slow pace of Russia’s bloody advance
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World
EU forces Google to share search data and open Android to rival AI companies
The European Union has issued new rules for Google, requiring it to share search data and open its Android system to rival AI companies
July 16, 2026
Science|Technology|World
Pluto flyby mission wakes up after long sleep nearly 6 billion miles from Earth
Pluto flyby mission wakes up after long sleep nearly 6 billion miles from Earth
July 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World
UK nationalizes Chinese-owned British Steel to protect nation's steelmaking capacity
The U.K. government has nationalized British Steel to protect the nation’s steelmaking capacity
July 16, 2026
Political|Science|Technology|World
AI chatbots are at risk of spreading government restrictions on online speech, a new study says
A study shows major artificial intelligence models are likely to refuse to criticize restrictive leaders worldwide
July 16, 2026
Education|World
India's Gen Z 'cockroaches' took protest to the streets. Now they rally around a hunger strike
An activist's hunger strike has become a rallying point for India’s new Cockroach Janta Party, a youth-led movement that emerged in response to exam paper leaks and student suicides
July 16, 2026
Crime|World
China asks Thailand to deport Chinese journalist, rights groups warn of persecution
China has asked Thailand to promptly extradite a Chinese journalist who rights groups say faces political persecution and torture back home because of his
July 16, 2026
Europe|Political|Technology|World
Who is Ukraine's Mykhailo Fedorov, the dismissed defence minister?
The sacking of Ukraine's popular defence minister, Mykhailo Fedorov, only six months after his appointment, prompted rare wartime protests in cities across the country on
July 16, 2026
Political|Sports|World
Soccer-Argentine players brandish political Falklands flag after England match
Argentina players held up a political banner declaring "Las Malvinas Son Argentinas" ("The Falklands are Argentine") after their 2-1 World Cup semifinal victory over
July 16, 2026