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Today: November 01, 2024

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Education|News|US

Bus vendor cancellations create chaos as school opens in St. Louis

Many St. Louis families faced a chaotic first day of school after three bus vendors pulled out at the last minute and left hundreds of parents scrambling to get their kids to classes

Bus vendor cancellations create chaos as school opens in St. Louis
Crime|News|Political|US

Manhattan DA’s office doesn’t oppose Trump’s request to delay next month’s sentencing

Manhattan DA’s office doesn’t oppose Trump’s request to delay next month’s sentencing

Manhattan DA’s office doesn’t oppose Trump’s request to delay next month’s sentencing
Business|News|US

UAW workers at Stellantis could strike over Illinois plant reopening

The United Auto Workers union said on Monday some local units representing workers at Stellantis are preparing to file grievances and could launch a nationwide strike,

UAW workers at Stellantis could strike over Illinois plant reopening
Environment|News|World

Madeira battles wildfire for fifth day

Firefighters backed by 40 vehicles and a helicopter struggled to contain a wildfire on Monday on the southern coast of Portugal's island of Madeira that has burnt through more than

Madeira battles wildfire for fifth day
Americas|News

Mexico federal court employees strike over judicial changes requiring that judges stand for election

Employees at Mexico’s federal courts have gone on strike over judicial changes that would make all judges stand for election

Mexico federal court employees strike over judicial changes requiring that judges stand for election
News|US

DC councilmember known for pushing antisemitic conspiracy theories is arrested on bribery charge

A Washington, D

DC councilmember known for pushing antisemitic conspiracy theories is arrested on bribery charge
Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|News|US

Harvey Weinstein will remain locked up in New York while awaiting rape retrial

Prosecutors have confirmed Harvey Weinstein will remain in custody in New York while awaiting retrial on rape and sexual assault charges in Manhattan

Harvey Weinstein will remain locked up in New York while awaiting rape retrial
Arts|News|Travel|World

Egypt, US inaugurate renovations in Historic Cairo

Egyptian officials and the U.S. ambassador inaugurated renovations of several monuments and buildings in Historic Cairo, including the Bimaristan al-Muayyad Sheikh, a hospital

Egypt, US inaugurate renovations in Historic Cairo
News|Opinion|US

Exclusive: John Kelly rejects Trump’s comments that civilian award is ‘much better’ than Medal of Honor: ‘Not even close’

Exclusive: John Kelly rejects Trump’s comments that civilian award is ‘much better’ than Medal of Honor: ‘Not even close’

Exclusive: John Kelly rejects Trump’s comments that civilian award is ‘much better’ than Medal of Honor: ‘Not even close’
Celebrity|Entertainment|News|US

CNN Exclusive: Retired General John Kelly responds to Trump's Medal of Honor comments

Maggie Haberman joins The Lead to weigh in.

CNN Exclusive: Retired General John Kelly responds to Trump's Medal of Honor comments
Crime|News|US

Prosecutors defer to judge on Trump bid to delay hush money sentencing

The prosecutors who secured Donald Trump's historic criminal conviction on felony charges in May on Monday did not explicitly oppose the former U.S. president's bid

Prosecutors defer to judge on Trump bid to delay hush money sentencing
Africa|Economy|Finance|News

Malawi receives an insurance payout of $11.2 million for El Nino-linked drought disaster

The Malawian government has received an insurance payout of $11.2 million for an El Nino-linked drought that led to a disaster declaration in the southern African nation

Malawi receives an insurance payout of $11.2 million for El Nino-linked drought disaster
MidEast|News|US

Thousands march against Gaza war at Democratic convention

Thousands of mostly peaceful pro-Palestinian protesters marched in Chicago on the opening day of the Democratic National

Thousands march against Gaza war at Democratic convention
Celebrity|Entertainment|News

Talk show icon Phil Donahue dies at 88

Talk show icon Phil Donahue dies at 88

Talk show icon Phil Donahue dies at 88
Business|Europe|Finance|News|US

Exonerated trader resolves lawsuit claiming Deutsche Bank 'scapegoated' him

A former Deutsche Bank trader whose conviction for rigging an interest rate benchmark was overturned has resolved a lawsuit accusing the German bank of

Exonerated trader resolves lawsuit claiming Deutsche Bank 'scapegoated' him
Election|Europe|News

Belgian coalition government talks extended until Thursday, palace says

Belgian politician Bart De Wever, appointed by King Philippe to lead coalition talks following the country's June election, has received an extension until Thursday from the king

Belgian coalition government talks extended until Thursday, palace says
Americas|News|World

Mexican judicial workers launch strike ahead of vote to overhaul courts

A collection of unions representing Mexico's judicial workers launched an indefinite nationwide strike on Monday ahead of votes by lawmakers on

Mexican judicial workers launch strike ahead of vote to overhaul courts
Environment|News|World

Azerbaijan raises alarm over Caspian Sea's 'catastrophic' shrinking

Azeri President Ilham Aliyev on Monday discussed with Russian President Vladimir Putin his concern over what he said was the "catastrophic" shrinking of the Caspian Sea, and said that

Azerbaijan raises alarm over Caspian Sea's 'catastrophic' shrinking
Economy|Finance|News|World

What is G7's plan for financial aid to Ukraine?

The Group of Seven (G7) rich democracies agreed in June to use proceeds from frozen Russian assets to give Ukraine $50 billion in loans, aiming to ensure Kyiv can continue its fight

What is G7's plan for financial aid to Ukraine?
News|Sports|US|Videos

NFL preseason Week 2: Broncos rookie Bo Nix shines, Josh Dobbs leads the Niners to victory

NFL preseason Week 2: Broncos rookie Bo Nix shines, Josh Dobbs leads the Niners to victory

NFL preseason Week 2: Broncos rookie Bo Nix shines, Josh Dobbs leads the Niners to victory
Europe|News|World

Lithuania begins construction of base for German troops near Russian border

Lithuania on Monday began construction of a military base, which will accommodate up to 4,000 combat-ready German troops once completed by the end of

Lithuania begins construction of base for German troops near Russian border
Business|Europe|News

Blast at Russian petrochemical plant injures three

A blast and fire on a fuel pipeline at the Sterlitamak petrochemical plant in Russia's Bashkiria region east of Moscow injured three people, local authorities said on Monday.

Blast at Russian petrochemical plant injures three
Celebrity|Entertainment|News|US

Phil Donahue, pioneer of the daytime talk show, dies at age 88

Phil Donahue, who changed the face of U.S. daytime television with a long-running syndicated talk show that highlighted topical and often provocative social and political issues, has died

Phil Donahue, pioneer of the daytime talk show, dies at age 88
Crime|News|World

British police criticised over child strip search failings

Police in England and Wales strip search a child every 19 hours, sometimes fail to carry out those searches correctly, and disproportionately search Black children,

British police criticised over child strip search failings
News|US|World

Floods from 'training thunderstorms' lead to dramatic rescues and 2 deaths in Connecticut

Officials in Connecticut say two women died after being swept away by floodwaters brought by torrential rains that fell there and on New York's Long Island

Floods from 'training thunderstorms' lead to dramatic rescues and 2 deaths in Connecticut
Economy|Finance|News

Chile's GDP down in Q2, economists see room for rate cuts

Chile's gross domestic product fell 0.6% in the second quarter of 2024 compared with the previous three-month period, data released by the country's central bank showed on Monday,

Chile's GDP down in Q2, economists see room for rate cuts
Europe|News|Political|World

Modi to visit Ukraine, weeks after Kyiv condemned Indian PM for hugging Putin in Moscow

Modi to visit Ukraine, weeks after Kyiv condemned Indian PM for hugging Putin in Moscow

Modi to visit Ukraine, weeks after Kyiv condemned Indian PM for hugging Putin in Moscow
Crime|News|US

Ernesto retains strength as a hurricane over the open Atlantic

Two people who drowned off South Carolina’s Hilton Head Island where rip current warnings related to Hurricane Ernesto were posted have been identified as Ohio men

Ernesto retains strength as a hurricane over the open Atlantic
Business|Economy|News

7-Eleven targeted by Circle K owner for huge convenience store tie-up

7-Eleven targeted by Circle K owner for huge convenience store tie-up

7-Eleven targeted by Circle K owner for huge convenience store tie-up
Europe|News|Technology|World

UK's Mike Lynch missing after yacht sinks off Sicily, source says

British tech entrepreneur Mike Lynch is missing after a luxury yacht was struck by a violent storm and sank off the Sicilian capital Palermo on Monday, a person familiar with the

UK's Mike Lynch missing after yacht sinks off Sicily, source says
Election|News|US

The Latest: Biden headlines Night 1 of the DNC

The Democratic National Convention began Monday in Chicago, with roughly 50,000 people expected to arrive in the Windy City

The Latest: Biden headlines Night 1 of the DNC
Business|Crime|Europe|News|Technology|World

Chechen warlord shows off gun-mounted Tesla Cybertruck

Chechen warlord shows off gun-mounted Tesla Cybertruck

Chechen warlord shows off gun-mounted Tesla Cybertruck
Americas|Asia|Business|Finance|News|Stock Markets

Canada's Couche-Tard confirms buyout offer for Japan's Seven & i

Canada's Alimentation Couche-Tard confirmed on Monday it has made an offer to buy Japan's Seven & i.

Canada's Couche-Tard confirms buyout offer for Japan's Seven & i
News|US

GOP-led committees release Biden impeachment report without formally recommending the House move forward with impeachment

GOP-led committees release Biden impeachment report without formally recommending the House move forward with impeachment

GOP-led committees release Biden impeachment report without formally recommending the House move forward with impeachment
Crime|News|US

Disgraced former Rep. George Santos pleads guilty to federal charges

Disgraced former Rep. George Santos pleads guilty to federal charges

Disgraced former Rep. George Santos pleads guilty to federal charges
Europe|News|World

UK support for Ukraine remains unwavering, says PM Starmer's spokesperson

Britain's support for Ukraine remains unwavering, a spokesperson for Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Monday, in response to comments by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy

UK support for Ukraine remains unwavering, says PM Starmer's spokesperson
Economy|News|US

Harris and Trump both hate inflation. Their economic proposals could cause prices to go higher

Harris and Trump both hate inflation. Their economic proposals could cause prices to go higher

Harris and Trump both hate inflation. Their economic proposals could cause prices to go higher
Health|News|Science|World

One case of clade 2 mpox detected in Pakistan, new strain not detected

One case of the mpox virus has been detected in Pakistan of the clade 2 variety, the country's ministry of health said on Monday, adding that no cases of the clade 1b strain of

One case of clade 2 mpox detected in Pakistan, new strain not detected
News|US|World

Gaza ceasefire talks: The main sticking points

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in Israel stepping up diplomatic pressure in a last-ditch attempt to secure a ceasefire in Gaza and a hostage release deal.

Gaza ceasefire talks: The main sticking points
Europe|News|World

Ukraine official says civilians have 'week or two' to evacuate key hub Pokrovsk

Civilians in Ukraine's eastern strategic logistics hub of Pokrovsk have no more than two weeks to evacuate as Russian troops press towards it, while those in nearby Myrnohrad have only a

Ukraine official says civilians have 'week or two' to evacuate key hub Pokrovsk
Asia|News|World

Heavy rains hit Pakistan's south as this monsoon's death toll rises to 209

Officials say flash floods triggered by the latest monsoon rains have swept through streets in southern Pakistan and blocked a key highway in the north

Heavy rains hit Pakistan's south as this monsoon's death toll rises to 209
Election|News|US

For Hillary Clinton’s supporters, her DNC speech is a reminder of a second chance at making history

For Hillary Clinton’s supporters, her DNC speech is a reminder of a second chance at making history

For Hillary Clinton’s supporters, her DNC speech is a reminder of a second chance at making history
Europe|News|World

Kyiv: our Kursk attack shows Kremlin red lines are bluff

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Monday his country's assault on Russia's Kursk region showed that Kremlin threats of retaliation were a bluff, and he

Kyiv: our Kursk attack shows Kremlin red lines are bluff
Business|Economy|Finance|News|US

Fed's Kashkari says appropriate to debate Sept rate cut, WSJ reports

Minneapolis Fed President Neel Kashkari said it was appropriate to discuss potentially cutting U.S. interest rates in September because of the rising possibility of a weakening labor market

Fed's Kashkari says appropriate to debate Sept rate cut, WSJ reports
Europe|News|World

Six people missing, including British tech tycoon Mike Lynch, and one dead after tornado sinks luxury yacht off Sicily

Six people missing, including British tech tycoon Mike Lynch, and one dead after tornado sinks luxury yacht off Sicily

Six people missing, including British tech tycoon Mike Lynch, and one dead after tornado sinks luxury yacht off Sicily
Europe|News|World

Officials search for six missing after tornado sinks luxury sailing yacht

Italian officials are searching for the six missing passengers off the coast of Sicily who were believed to be aboard a luxury yacht that was hit by a tornado and sank. Emergency services report one dead, and 15 people rescued, including one child. The boat was anchored about half a mile from the port of Porticello on the Mediterranean island.

Officials search for six missing after tornado sinks luxury sailing yacht
Europe|News|World

Civilians flee Pokrovsk as Russia's army bears down on the key eastern Ukraine city

Civilians with small children in their arms and lugging heavy suitcases are fleeing Ukraine’s eastern city of Pokrovsk, where the Russian army is bearing down fast despite a lightning Ukrainian incursion into Russia’s Kursk region

Civilians flee Pokrovsk as Russia's army bears down on the key eastern Ukraine city
Asia|News

Parties backing Indonesia's Prabowo close ranks to thwart rival's Jakarta governor bid

Parties backing President-elect Prabowo Subianto on Monday rallied behind a single candidate for governor of the capital Jakarta, effectively

Parties backing Indonesia's Prabowo close ranks to thwart rival's Jakarta governor bid
Americas|News|Uncategorized|US|World

Liquidia's inhaled drug fails to get traditional approval in US, shares fall

The U.S.

Liquidia's inhaled drug fails to get traditional approval in US, shares fall
Election|News|US

Biden's Democratic convention moment: an opening act, not the main attraction

President Joe Biden, forced by his allies to abandon his reelection bid a month ago, will be in the spotlight on opening night of the Democratic National

Biden's Democratic convention moment: an opening act, not the main attraction
Business|Economy|News|US

Oil pipeline capacity to spare Canadian exports from looming rail dispute

A looming labor dispute at Canada's two main railroads is unlikely to significantly reduce oil exports to the United States due to excess capacity on Trans

Oil pipeline capacity to spare Canadian exports from looming rail dispute
News|US

Former congressman Santos pleads guilty, faces at least 2 years in prison

Former U.S.

Former congressman Santos pleads guilty, faces at least 2 years in prison
Election|News|US

Biden, a president in transition, will argue for Harris as he passes the Democratic torch

Biden, a president in transition, will argue for Harris as he passes the Democratic torch

Biden, a president in transition, will argue for Harris as he passes the Democratic torch
News|Science|Technology

SpaceX is about to send four people on a wild — and risky — mission into the radiation belts. Here’s what to know

SpaceX is about to send four people on a wild — and risky — mission into the radiation belts. Here’s what to know

SpaceX is about to send four people on a wild — and risky — mission into the radiation belts. Here’s what to know
News|Opinion|US

Democrats to highlight threat to democracy they say Trump poses, giving speaking roles to January 6 committee lawmakers

Democrats to highlight threat to democracy they say Trump poses, giving speaking roles to January 6 committee lawmakers

Democrats to highlight threat to democracy they say Trump poses, giving speaking roles to January 6 committee lawmakers
Business|Economy|Finance|News|Stock Markets

Hedge funds sell planes, trains, automobiles; buy energy stocks, says Goldman

Hedge funds sold industrial stocks at the fastest pace since December, while buying energy stocks for the fourth straight week last week, a Goldman Sachs note seen

Hedge funds sell planes, trains, automobiles; buy energy stocks, says Goldman
Europe|News|World

Moscow says Ukraine struck a third bridge over Seym river in Russia's Kursk region

A Russian investigator said on Monday that Ukraine had struck and damaged a third bridge over the Seym river in Russia's Kursk region a day earlier, where Moscow's troops have been

Moscow says Ukraine struck a third bridge over Seym river in Russia's Kursk region
Business|Finance|News|Stock Markets|US

Wall St ends higher, extending rally ahead of Jackson Hole

U.S. stocks advanced on Monday, building on their largest weekly percentage gain of the year as investors focused on the Democratic National Convention and the

Wall St ends higher, extending rally ahead of Jackson Hole
Europe|News|World

Russia says Kursk attack means no peace talks with Ukraine for now, but keeps proposals on table

Russian presidential aide Yuri Ushakov said on Monday that Moscow was not ready to hold peace talks with Ukraine for now given Kyiv's attack on Russia's Kursk region, but that

Russia says Kursk attack means no peace talks with Ukraine for now, but keeps proposals on table
Europe|News

Cyprus picks scientist Costas Kadis for EU Commissioner post

Cyprus on Monday named Costas Kadis, a scientist who held several cabinet posts in previous administrations, as its nominee for a post in the European Commission.

Cyprus picks scientist Costas Kadis for EU Commissioner post
News|US

Blinken says Israel accepts Gaza proposal, urges Hamas to do same

U.S.

Blinken says Israel accepts Gaza proposal, urges Hamas to do same
Economy|Finance|News|World

Beryl-battered Grenada becomes first to use government bond hurricane clause

Grenada has become the first country in the world to use a so-called hurricane clause in a government bond - a special feature that allows authorities to postpone debt

Beryl-battered Grenada becomes first to use government bond hurricane clause
News|Political|US

House Republicans release their impeachment report on Biden but the next steps are uncertain

House Republicans have released their initial impeachment inquiry report on President Joe Biden

House Republicans release their impeachment report on Biden but the next steps are uncertain
Asia|Economy|News|World

Leaders of China and Vietnam pledge to strengthen political and economic ties

The leaders of China and Vietnam have pledged to further their economic ties and gave a nod to their shared communist ideology during the first visit by Vietnam’s new president to Beijing

Leaders of China and Vietnam pledge to strengthen political and economic ties
MidEast|News|World

Hamas, Islamic Jihad claim responsibility for bomb blast in Tel Aviv

The armed wings of Hamas and Islamic Jihad claimed responsibility on Monday for a bomb blast near a synagogue in Tel Aviv that Israeli police and the Shin Bet intelligence agency

Hamas, Islamic Jihad claim responsibility for bomb blast in Tel Aviv
News|US

US House Republicans say Biden committed impeachable offenses

U.S.

US House Republicans say Biden committed impeachable offenses
Africa|Business|Economy|News

Hard-pressed Kenyan drivers defy Uber's algorithm, set their own fares

In eight years of working as a taxi driver in Kenya's capital, Judith Chepkwony has never seen business this bad.

Hard-pressed Kenyan drivers defy Uber's algorithm, set their own fares
Election|News|US

What to watch for at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago

What to watch for at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago

What to watch for at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago
MidEast|News|Political|US|World

Blinken says Israel has agreed to US proposal to close remaining gaps on ceasefire deal and calls on Hamas to do the same

Blinken says Israel has agreed to US proposal to close remaining gaps on ceasefire deal and calls on Hamas to do the same

Blinken says Israel has agreed to US proposal to close remaining gaps on ceasefire deal and calls on Hamas to do the same
Crime|News

Multiple suspects open fire in Baltimore mass shooting, leaving 1 dead and 7 injured

Multiple suspects open fire in Baltimore mass shooting, leaving 1 dead and 7 injured

Multiple suspects open fire in Baltimore mass shooting, leaving 1 dead and 7 injured
Health|News|World

UN says a record number of aid workers were killed in 2023 and this year may be even higher

The United Nations says that a record number of aid workers were killed in conflicts around the world last year, and this year may be on course to be even deadlier

UN says a record number of aid workers were killed in 2023 and this year may be even higher
Europe|News|Technology|World

British entrepreneur Mike Lynch among missing after luxury yacht sinks off Sicily

One man died and six people were missing, including British tech entrepreneur Mike Lynch and his daughter, after a luxury yacht was

British entrepreneur Mike Lynch among missing after luxury yacht sinks off Sicily
Crime|Europe|News|Uncategorized|World

As rioters fill overcrowded prisons, UK turns to police cells

Britain will use an emergency measure to detain suspected criminals in police station cells until it can find space for them in its overcrowded prisons after police arrested

As rioters fill overcrowded prisons, UK turns to police cells
News|US|World

Israel-Hamas war latest: Blinken pushes for cease-fire in his 9th trip to Mideast since war began

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken says Israel has accepted a proposal to bridge differences holding up a cease-fire and hostage release in Gaza

Israel-Hamas war latest: Blinken pushes for cease-fire in his 9th trip to Mideast since war began
Asia|Crime|Health|News

Indian doctors demand tougher laws after a colleague was raped and killed at a hospital

Hundreds of doctors are protesting near India's Health Ministry to demand stringent laws to protect health care workers from violence and to seek justice for their colleague who was raped and killed at a state-run hospital

Indian doctors demand tougher laws after a colleague was raped and killed at a hospital
News|Science

When and how to see the rare super blue moon

When and how to see the rare super blue moon

When and how to see the rare super blue moon
MidEast|News|World

Israel's July strikes on Yemen's Hodeidah port a 'possible war crime', HR Watch says

Israeli airstrikes on Yemen's Hodeidah port last month appeared to be an indiscriminate or disproportionate attack on civilians which may amount

Israel's July strikes on Yemen's Hodeidah port a 'possible war crime', HR Watch says
MidEast|News|Political|World

Former Saudi official alleges Prince Mohammed forged king's signature on Yemen war decree

A former Saudi official has alleged that Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman forged his father’s signature on the royal decree that launched the kingdom’s yearslong, stalemated war against Yemen’s Houthi rebels

Former Saudi official alleges Prince Mohammed forged king's signature on Yemen war decree
News|US|World

Blinken says Israel OKs a plan to break the cease-fire impasse and urges Hamas to do the same

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken says Israel has accepted a proposal to bridge differences holding up a cease-fire and hostage release in Gaza, and he called on Hamas to do the same, without saying whether the latest draft had addressed concerns cited by the militant group

Blinken says Israel OKs a plan to break the cease-fire impasse and urges Hamas to do the same
Crime|News|World

Some protesters tear down security fence as thousands march outside Democratic National Convention

Dozens of protesters broke through a security fence near the site of the Democratic National Convention on its opening day as thousands took to the streets to voice their opposition to the war in Gaza

Some protesters tear down security fence as thousands march outside Democratic National Convention
Asia|Europe|News|World

India's Modi to visit Ukraine on Aug. 23, weeks after rebuking Putin

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Ukraine on Friday to boost ties with Kyiv, weeks after a trip to Moscow in which he rebuked Russian President Vladimir

India's Modi to visit Ukraine on Aug. 23, weeks after rebuking Putin
Europe|News|World

German warships await orders on crossing Taiwan Strait

Two German warships await orders from Berlin, their commander said, to determine whether next month they will be the first German naval vessels in decades to pass

German warships await orders on crossing Taiwan Strait
Asia|News|World

Old aircraft carrier, once part of mighty Soviet fleet, burns in Chinese lagoon

Old aircraft carrier, once part of mighty Soviet fleet, burns in Chinese lagoon

Old aircraft carrier, once part of mighty Soviet fleet, burns in Chinese lagoon
Africa|Economy|Finance|News

Kenya to bring back some scrapped tax plans, risking more unrest

Kenya's government will have to bring back some tax measures that it scrapped after deadly protests in June, the finance minister said, raising the risk of further unrest.

Kenya to bring back some scrapped tax plans, risking more unrest
Asia|Crime|Health|News

Indian medics refuse to end protests over doctor's rape and murder

Thousands of Indian junior doctors on Monday refused to end protests over the rape and murder of a fellow medic, disrupting hospital services nearly a week

Indian medics refuse to end protests over doctor's rape and murder
News|US

Blinken says 'decisive moment' for Gaza ceasefire talks

U.S.

Blinken says 'decisive moment' for Gaza ceasefire talks
Election|News|US

Biden hails Harris as DNC's future in emotional farewell speech

President Joe Biden cemented the Democratic Party's elevation of Kamala Harris to lead the fight for the White House against

Biden hails Harris as DNC's future in emotional farewell speech
Economy|Finance|News|US

Goldman Sachs lowers odds of US recession to 20% from 25%

Goldman Sachs has lowered the odds of the United States slipping into a recession in the next 12 months to 20% from 25% following the latest weekly jobless claims and retail sales reports.

Goldman Sachs lowers odds of US recession to 20% from 25%
Business|Finance|News|Stock Markets|US

Stock market today: Wall Street climbs to push its winning streak to 8 days, longest of the year

U.S. stocks climbed, and Wall Street pulled closer to its record heights following its roller coaster of a summer

Stock market today: Wall Street climbs to push its winning streak to 8 days, longest of the year
MidEast|News|Political|US|World

What is the latest on the high-stakes negotiations over a cease-fire in Gaza?

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is set to meet with Israel’s prime minister on Monday as mediators say they are closing in on a deal to halt the war in Gaza and free hostages captured by Hamas

What is the latest on the high-stakes negotiations over a cease-fire in Gaza?
Crime|News|US

Trial opens against 3 Detroit-area guards charged with man's death at mall 10 years ago

Jurors have heard opening statements in the trial of three security guards more than 10 years after the death of a man at a suburban Detroit shopping mall

Trial opens against 3 Detroit-area guards charged with man's death at mall 10 years ago
Crime|News|US

Jury finds parents of Texas student accused in 2018 deadly school shooting not negligent

A Texas civil jury says the parents of a former student accused of killing 10 people in a 2018 Santa Fe high school shooting can’t be held responsible for what happened

Jury finds parents of Texas student accused in 2018 deadly school shooting not negligent
Business|Economy|Finance|News|Stock Markets

Yuan up as dollar wobbles ahead of Jackson Hole

The yuan headed for its sharpest gain in two weeks on Monday, riding a wave of broad dollar selling as investors bet on U.S. rate cuts, but slid against a resurgent yen.

Yuan up as dollar wobbles ahead of Jackson Hole
News|US

Biden's journey: After getting knocked down, he keeps getting back up.

President Joe Biden comes to the Democratic National Convention in Chicago this week both revered and resigned

Biden's journey: After getting knocked down, he keeps getting back up.
Election|News|US

Trump is visiting battleground states this week as he struggles to adjust to Harris as his new rival

As Democrats kick off their convention in Chicago, Donald Trump is trying to regain his footing after weeks of struggling to adjust to Vice President Kamala Harris as his rival

Trump is visiting battleground states this week as he struggles to adjust to Harris as his new rival
Election|News

What to watch as the Democratic National Convention gets underway in Chicago

The Democratic National Convention is kicking off just four weeks after President Joe Biden shuttered his campaign and made way Vice President Kamala Harris to ascend to the top of Democrats’ ticket

What to watch as the Democratic National Convention gets underway in Chicago
Election|News|Opinion|Political|US

Biden gets a rousing ovation from Democrats as he gives Harris an enthusiastic endorsement

President Joe Biden has delivered his valedictory address to the Democratic National Convention, saying, “I gave my best to you.”

Biden gets a rousing ovation from Democrats as he gives Harris an enthusiastic endorsement
Election|News|Opinion|US

The 2024 Democratic Party platform features a lot of Joe Biden, and a lot of Donald Trump

The 2024 Democratic Party platform features a lot of Joe Biden, and a lot of Donald Trump

The 2024 Democratic Party platform features a lot of Joe Biden, and a lot of Donald Trump
Health|News|World

Philippines detects first mpox case this year, yet to determine strain

The Philippines has detected a new case of the mpox virus in the country, the first since December last year, its health department said on Monday, adding it was awaiting test

Philippines detects first mpox case this year, yet to determine strain
Election|News|US

Favorable views of Kamala Harris have risen this summer heading into the DNC, AP-NORC poll shows

Vice President Kamala Harris is entering the Democratic National Convention with increased excitement from Democrats and a steady rise in her favorability ratings among Americans as a whole

Favorable views of Kamala Harris have risen this summer heading into the DNC, AP-NORC poll shows
Asia|Business|Economy|News|World

China and Vietnam sign 14 deals from rail to crocodiles after leaders meet

China and Vietnam signed 14 documents spanning cross-border railways to crocodile exports on Monday, after Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Vietnam's new leader To

China and Vietnam sign 14 deals from rail to crocodiles after leaders meet
Business|Economy|News

Key facts about Canada's biggest rail operators as work stoppage begins

Canada is seeing an unprecedented simultaneous stoppage at its two main freight rail operators that could inflict billions of dollars worth of economic damage.

Key facts about Canada's biggest rail operators as work stoppage begins
Europe|News|World

Russia complains to Germany over Nord Stream sabotage probe

Russia has complained to Germany over its investigation into the 2022 explosions that ruptured the Nord Stream gas pipelines, the RIA state news agency reported on Monday, after a

Russia complains to Germany over Nord Stream sabotage probe
Asia|Election|News

Japan ruling LDP to hold leadership election on Sept 27, Fuji TV says

Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) is finalising its plans to hold the party's leadership election on Sept. 27, Fuji TV reported on Monday.

Japan ruling LDP to hold leadership election on Sept 27, Fuji TV says
Crime|News|US|World

Russian court upholds sentence of jailed US soldier Gordon Black

A Russian court rejected an appeal of a U.S. soldier who was sentenced in June to nearly four years in a penal colony after being found guilty of stealing $113 from his girlfriend and

Russian court upholds sentence of jailed US soldier Gordon Black
Asia|News|World

Chinese and Philippine ships collide again in disputed waters, and the countries are trading blame

Chinese and Philippine coast guard ships have collided at sea, damaging at least two of the vessels, in an encounter near a new flashpoint in their increasingly alarming confrontations in the disputed South China Sea

Chinese and Philippine ships collide again in disputed waters, and the countries are trading blame
News|Sports

Meadows wins it in 10th as Tigers edge Yankees 3-2 in MLB Little League Classic

Parker Meadows set off fireworks with a 10th-inning single that brought hundreds of Little Leaguers to their feet and scored Zach McKinstry on a headfirst slide to give the Detroit Tigers a 3-2 win over the New York Yankees in the Major League Baseball Little League Classic

Meadows wins it in 10th as Tigers edge Yankees 3-2 in MLB Little League Classic
Asia|News|US|World

South Korea, US kick off annual drills over North's military, cyber threats

South Korea and the United States kicked off annual summertime military exercises on Monday, seeking to boost their joint readiness to fend off North Korea's weapons and cyber

South Korea, US kick off annual drills over North's military, cyber threats
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2024 US Open: Alexa Noel turns pro after winning an NCAA tennis title at the University of Miami

Alexa Noel is turning pro after winning an NCAA tennis title at the University of Miami and she will be making her Grand Slam singles debut at the U.S. Open next week

2024 US Open: Alexa Noel turns pro after winning an NCAA tennis title at the University of Miami
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Former New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern to attend US Democratic convention

Former New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern will attend the Democratic National Convention that begins on Monday in Chicago, Ardern's spokesperson said on

Former New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern to attend US Democratic convention
Crime|News|US

Connecticut declares state of emergency after 2 killed and ‘hundreds’ evacuated during flash flooding

Connecticut declares state of emergency after 2 killed and ‘hundreds’ evacuated during flash flooding

Connecticut declares state of emergency after 2 killed and ‘hundreds’ evacuated during flash flooding
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Indonesia's outgoing leader gives cabinet jobs to loyalists of successor Prabowo

Outgoing Indonesian President Joko Widodo on Monday appointed new cabinet ministers with close ties to his successor Prabowo Subianto, in a

Indonesia's outgoing leader gives cabinet jobs to loyalists of successor Prabowo
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Oil falls by more than $2 a barrel on Gaza ceasefire talks and weak Chinese economy

Oil prices fell by more than $2 a barrel Monday on the prospect of successful Middle Eastern peace talks reducing supply risks, while leading oil importer China's

Oil falls by more than $2 a barrel on Gaza ceasefire talks and weak Chinese economy
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Canada-wide freight rail stoppage looms this week as two firms issue lockout notices

Canada's freight rail network could come to a grinding halt this week, inflicting a huge economic toll after the country's two largest railroad operators on

Canada-wide freight rail stoppage looms this week as two firms issue lockout notices
Asia|News|World

Philippines, China trade blame after vessels collide in South China Sea

The Philippines and China accused each other on Monday of ramming vessels and performing dangerous manoeuvres in the South China Sea, the latest flare-up after the two

Philippines, China trade blame after vessels collide in South China Sea
Americas|Asia|News|US|World

US and South Korea begin military drills aimed at strengthening their defense against North Korea

U.S. and South Korean troops have begun a large-scale exercise aimed at strengthening their combined defense capabilities against nuclear-armed North Korea, which again is accusing the allies of practicing an invasion

US and South Korea begin military drills aimed at strengthening their defense against North Korea
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Brooks Koepka wins LIV Golf Greenbrier in a playoff over Rahm

Brooks Koepka is a winner on LIV Golf again after beating Jon Rahm in a playoff at the Greenbrier

Brooks Koepka wins LIV Golf Greenbrier in a playoff over Rahm
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Explosion in Tel Aviv declared a ‘terror attack’ by Israeli authorities

Explosion in Tel Aviv declared a ‘terror attack’ by Israeli authorities

Explosion in Tel Aviv declared a ‘terror attack’ by Israeli authorities
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Hideki Matsuyama avoids collapse and rallies to win FedEx Cup playoffs opener

Hideki Matsuyama has won the FedEx St. Jude Championship just like everyone expected

Hideki Matsuyama avoids collapse and rallies to win FedEx Cup playoffs opener
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Ernesto becomes a hurricane again, causing dangerous rip currents

Ernesto regained hurricane strength on Sunday and the storm was causing dangerous rip currents on beaches along the U.S. East Coast and Canada, the U.S. National Hurricane Center said.

Ernesto becomes a hurricane again, causing dangerous rip currents
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Prince Harry and Meghan meet with Afro-Colombian leaders to wrap up their first visit to Colombia

Prince Harry and his wife Meghan have wrapped up their visit to Colombia by participating in a forum on the challenges facing women of African descent as they participate in politics

Prince Harry and Meghan meet with Afro-Colombian leaders to wrap up their first visit to Colombia
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Fed's Daly says it is time to consider adjusting borrowing costs, FT reports

San Francisco Federal Reserve Bank President Mary Daly said it is time to consider adjusting borrowing costs from their current range of 5.25% to 5.5%, in an interview with the Financial

Fed's Daly says it is time to consider adjusting borrowing costs, FT reports
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Ohtani hits 39th homer and Kershaw pitches Dodgers to 2-1 win over slumping Cardinals

Shohei Ohtani hit his National League-leading 39th home run and Clayton Kershaw tossed six shutout innings to lead the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 2-1 win over the St. Louis Cardinals

Ohtani hits 39th homer and Kershaw pitches Dodgers to 2-1 win over slumping Cardinals
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These Democratic senators are in some of the most competitive races of 2024. They also won’t be at the DNC

These Democratic senators are in some of the most competitive races of 2024. They also won’t be at the DNC

These Democratic senators are in some of the most competitive races of 2024. They also won’t be at the DNC
Business|Economy|Finance|News|Stock Markets

Why Canada's railways are seeing an unprecedented labor stoppage

For the first time, Canada's two main railway companies - Canadian National Railway and Canadian Pacific Kansas City - are seeing a simultaneous labor stoppage

Why Canada's railways are seeing an unprecedented labor stoppage
News|US

Pro-Palestinian delegates to Democratic convention to push for Israel arms embargo

Dozens of Muslim delegates and their allies, angry at U.S. support for Israel's offensive in Gaza, are seeking changes in the Democratic platform and plan to press

Pro-Palestinian delegates to Democratic convention to push for Israel arms embargo
Celebrity|News|Sports|US|World

Chelsea coach Maresca defends decision to make Fernandez captain after racist chant

Chelsea coach Enzo Maresca has defended his decision to give midfielder Enzo Fernandez the captain’s armband for the team’s opening game of the season despite the Argentina international being filmed singing a racist chant this offseason

Chelsea coach Maresca defends decision to make Fernandez captain after racist chant
MidEast|News|World

Hamas says new Gaza proposal too close to Israel's demands

The Palestinian group Hamas said on Sunday that a new proposal meant to bridge the gaps between Israel and the Islamist armed group over a Gaza ceasefire were

Hamas says new Gaza proposal too close to Israel's demands
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Tampa Bay Rays lose combined no-hitter in 7th inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks

The Tampa Bay Rays lost their bid for a combined no-hitter when Arizona’s Corbin Carroll hit a leadoff single against Tyler Alexander in the seventh inning

Tampa Bay Rays lose combined no-hitter in 7th inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks
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Hundreds of firefighters battle Madeira wildfire

Hundreds of Portuguese firefighters on Sunday scrambled to put out a wildfire sweeping parts of the Atlantic island of Madeira's south coast, a popular tourist destination, with

Hundreds of firefighters battle Madeira wildfire
Celebrity|Entertainment|Lifestyle|News

Pop star Bebe Rexha alleges airline worker threatened her for being Albanian

Pop star Bebe Rexha alleges airline worker threatened her for being Albanian

Pop star Bebe Rexha alleges airline worker threatened her for being Albanian
Election|News|Opinion|US

Biden was a spectator at his first DNC. Now, at his 13th, he’s an incumbent president passing the torch

Biden was a spectator at his first DNC. Now, at his 13th, he’s an incumbent president passing the torch

Biden was a spectator at his first DNC. Now, at his 13th, he’s an incumbent president passing the torch
Crime|News|US

Carrollton police equip officers with autism support kits for better emergency response

Carrollton police equip officers with autism support kits for better emergency response

Carrollton police equip officers with autism support kits for better emergency response
Crime|News|Technology|US

Some North Texas police departments adopting "electronic lassos" for non-lethal arrests

Some North Texas police departments adopting "electronic lassos" for non-lethal arrests

Some North Texas police departments adopting "electronic lassos" for non-lethal arrests
Crime|News

Natchitoches police captured two escapees, one still on the run

Natchitoches police captured two escapees, one still on the run

Natchitoches police captured two escapees, one still on the run
Crime|News

3-year-old girl drowned at Amelia Earhart Park in Hialeah, police say

3-year-old girl drowned at Amelia Earhart Park in Hialeah, police say

3-year-old girl drowned at Amelia Earhart Park in Hialeah, police say
Europe|News|World

Ukraine says it has destroyed another bridge in Russia's Kursk region

Ukrainian air forces destroyed another strategic bridge over the Seym River in Russia's Kursk region, limiting the supply capacity of a Russian group opposing the Ukrainian advance,

Ukraine says it has destroyed another bridge in Russia's Kursk region
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Indian American Muslim group cancels parade participation amid float controversy

Indian American Muslim group cancels parade participation amid float controversy

Indian American Muslim group cancels parade participation amid float controversy
News|Sports|US

Gardner Minshew beats out Aidan O'Connell for Raiders starting quarterback job

Las Vegas Raiders coach Antonio Pierce says Gardner Minshew will be the team's starting quarterback going into the season

Gardner Minshew beats out Aidan O'Connell for Raiders starting quarterback job
Economy|Environment|News|US

Burned and uninsured: Wildfires are leaving California’s housing market in trouble

Burned and uninsured: Wildfires are leaving California’s housing market in trouble

Burned and uninsured: Wildfires are leaving California’s housing market in trouble
Election|News|Political|US

Convention delegates will nominate Harris, again. This time, there's less suspense and more pizzazz

It’s been nearly two weeks since Vice President Kamala Harris officially won the Democratic presidential nomination in an online vote

Convention delegates will nominate Harris, again. This time, there's less suspense and more pizzazz
Europe|News|Sports

Niewiadoma wins women's Tour de France by 4 seconds overall after Alpe d’Huez thriller

Polish rider Kasia Niewiadoma has done just enough in a thrilling battle with Demi Vollering on the iconic Alpe d’Huez to win the women’s Tour de France by four seconds overall

Niewiadoma wins women's Tour de France by 4 seconds overall after Alpe d’Huez thriller
Election|News|Opinion|Political|US

Why Iowa Republicans who once opposed Trump are ready to vote for him

Why Iowa Republicans who once opposed Trump are ready to vote for him

Why Iowa Republicans who once opposed Trump are ready to vote for him
Africa|Health|News|World

Cholera outbreak in Sudan has killed at least 22 people, health minister says

A cholera outbreak has killed nearly two dozen people and sickened hundreds more recently in Sudan, which has been roiled by a 16-month conflict and devastating floods

Cholera outbreak in Sudan has killed at least 22 people, health minister says
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Minnesota Vikings agree to 1-year contract with veteran cornerback Stephon Gilmore

The Minnesota Vikings have agreed to a one-year contract with Stephon Gilmore

Minnesota Vikings agree to 1-year contract with veteran cornerback Stephon Gilmore
Europe|News|World

Ukraine aims to create Kursk ‘buffer zone,’ Zelensky says, as Kyiv’s forces blow up second Russian bridge

Ukraine aims to create Kursk ‘buffer zone,’ Zelensky says, as Kyiv’s forces blow up second Russian bridge

Ukraine aims to create Kursk ‘buffer zone,’ Zelensky says, as Kyiv’s forces blow up second Russian bridge
Crime|News|US

Three exhumed 1921 Tulsa massacre victims found to have gunshot wounds

Three of the 11 victims of the 1921 race massacre in Tulsa, Oklahoma, who were exhumed on Friday, were found with gunshot wounds, the city said.

Three exhumed 1921 Tulsa massacre victims found to have gunshot wounds
Crime|News

Investigators looking for long-missing Michigan woman find human remains on husband's property

Investigators have discovered human remains during a search of property in southeastern Michigan that belongs to a man whose wife disappeared over three years ago and is presumed dead

Investigators looking for long-missing Michigan woman find human remains on husband's property
MidEast|News|Political|US|World

Blinken, on ninth Mideast trip since Gaza war began, seeks cease-fire momentum as talks to resume

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken will use his ninth diplomatic mission to the Middle East since the start of the Israel-Hamas war to press for the quick conclusion of an elusive cease-fire agreement

Blinken, on ninth Mideast trip since Gaza war began, seeks cease-fire momentum as talks to resume
Entertainment|News

‘Alien: Romulus’ bites off $41.5 million to top box office charts

“Alien: Romulus,” the latest installment in the 45-year-old franchise, opened in first place at the North American box office

‘Alien: Romulus’ bites off $41.5 million to top box office charts
Crime|News|US

Parents of Texas school shooter testify in civil trial with echoes of the Crumbley criminal case

Parents of Texas school shooter testify in civil trial with echoes of the Crumbley criminal case

Parents of Texas school shooter testify in civil trial with echoes of the Crumbley criminal case
Environment|News|World

Ernesto regains hurricane strength, sends powerful swells, dangerous rip currents to US East Coast

Ernesto has regained hurricane status as the storm churns away from Bermuda and heads farther out into the northeastern Atlantic Ocean

Ernesto regains hurricane strength, sends powerful swells, dangerous rip currents to US East Coast
Crime|News|World

Israel says investigation underway in Palestinian prisoner abuse case

Israel is conducting a "robust investigation" of suspects accused of sexually abusing a Palestinian prisoner and is committed to upholding international legal standards regarding

Israel says investigation underway in Palestinian prisoner abuse case
News|US

Harris implies Trump a 'coward' during Pennsylvania campaign appearance

U.S.

Harris implies Trump a 'coward' during Pennsylvania campaign appearance
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Haaland scores in 100th appearance as Man City beats Chelsea 2-0 in Premier League

Erling Haaland has marked his 100th appearance for Manchester City with his 91st goal for the club as the defending champion began its campaign for a fifth straight Premier League title with a 2-0 win at Chelsea

Haaland scores in 100th appearance as Man City beats Chelsea 2-0 in Premier League
Lifestyle|News|Opinion|Sports|US

Transgender teens sue New Hampshire officials over new state law prohibiting them from competing on girls’ sports teams

Transgender teens sue New Hampshire officials over new state law prohibiting them from competing on girls’ sports teams

Transgender teens sue New Hampshire officials over new state law prohibiting them from competing on girls’ sports teams
Election|News|US

Black men emerge as key constituency in 2024 race, bringing dynamic views to the top of politics

Black male voters are traditionally one of the most consistently Democratic-leaning demographics in the nation

Black men emerge as key constituency in 2024 race, bringing dynamic views to the top of politics
Economy|MidEast|News|World

Algeria to supply Lebanon with fuel for power stations

Algeria will immediately begin supplying Lebanon with fuel for its power plants, Algerian state radio said in a statement on Sunday, after Lebanon's electricity company said the day

Algeria to supply Lebanon with fuel for power stations
Africa|MidEast|News

Sudan sending delegation to Cairo to meet U.S. and Egyptian mediators

Sudan's government said it will send a delegation to Cairo for discussions with U.S. and Egyptian officials on Monday, keeping open the question of participation in peace talks aimed

Sudan sending delegation to Cairo to meet U.S. and Egyptian mediators
Election|News|US

New CNN Road to 270 shows multiple pathways to victory for both Harris and Trump in reshaped race

New CNN Road to 270 shows multiple pathways to victory for both Harris and Trump in reshaped race

New CNN Road to 270 shows multiple pathways to victory for both Harris and Trump in reshaped race
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James Carville: ‘Trump don’t taste the same’ since Harris entered presidential race

Democratic strategist James Carville and David Axelrod, former senior advisor to President Obama, explain to CNN's Micahel Smerconish why Kamala Harris' entry into the presidential race has upended former President Donald Trump.

James Carville: ‘Trump don’t taste the same’ since Harris entered presidential race
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'Banksy woz ere.' London Zoo is the latest to remove street artist's animal mural for protection

The London Zoo has removed Banksy’s gorilla mural from its entrance gate

'Banksy woz ere.' London Zoo is the latest to remove street artist's animal mural for protection
News|Sports

New York Liberty become first WNBA team to clinch playoff berth with win against defending champion Las Vegas Aces

New York Liberty become first WNBA team to clinch playoff berth with win against defending champion Las Vegas Aces

New York Liberty become first WNBA team to clinch playoff berth with win against defending champion Las Vegas Aces
Europe|News|World

Russia denies media report about indirect talks with Ukraine

Russia on Sunday denied a report that Ukraine's attack on the Kursk region had derailed indirect talks with Kyiv on halting strikes on energy and power targets, saying there had

Russia denies media report about indirect talks with Ukraine
Election|News|US

The Democratic National Convention is here. Here's how to watch it

The Democratic National Convention kicks off this week, with delegates and officials descending on Chicago to formally nominate Vice President Kamala Harris as their nominee

The Democratic National Convention is here. Here's how to watch it
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Israeli strike kills 7 members of same family as Blinken lands to make fresh push for truce

Israeli strike kills 7 members of same family as Blinken lands to make fresh push for truce

Israeli strike kills 7 members of same family as Blinken lands to make fresh push for truce
Europe|News

Suggestions Poland helped Nord Stream sabotage are groundless, says presidential aide

Suggestions that Ukrainian authorities supported by Poland were behind planning and executing the sabotage attack on Nord Stream gas pipelines in 2022 are groundless, the Polish

Suggestions Poland helped Nord Stream sabotage are groundless, says presidential aide
Election|MidEast|News|US|World

Pro-Palestinian activists face complicated new decisions as Democrats gather to support a surging Kamala Harris

Pro-Palestinian activists face complicated new decisions as Democrats gather to support a surging Kamala Harris

Pro-Palestinian activists face complicated new decisions as Democrats gather to support a surging Kamala Harris
Crime|MidEast|News|World

Libya's central bank suspends operations after kidnapping of official

Libya's Tripoli-based central bank said on Sunday it would shut down all operations and not resume work until a senior bank official kidnapped earlier in the day was released.

Libya's central bank suspends operations after kidnapping of official
Crime|News|US

Georgia deputy killed in shooting during domestic dispute call by suspect who took his own life

A Georgia sheriff’s deputy was shot and killed while responding to a reported domestic dispute in what police say was an ambush on officers by a suspect who took his own life

Georgia deputy killed in shooting during domestic dispute call by suspect who took his own life
Election|News|Political|Sports|US

Harris and Walz make small-town stops and campaign phone calls on Pennsylvania bus tour before DNC

Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris and running mate Tim Walz gave pep talks to campaign volunteers and a high school football team Sunday

Harris and Walz make small-town stops and campaign phone calls on Pennsylvania bus tour before DNC
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Austria battles major flooding after record downpours

Heavy rains lashed Alpine regions of Austria and left parts of Vienna under water at the weekend, causing severe damage in parts of the country and disrupting road and rail transport,

Austria battles major flooding after record downpours
Business|Economy|News

Israeli economy ekes out 1.2% growth in Q2 as Gaza war rages on

Israel's economy grew less than expected in the second quarter of 2024, extending a period of volatility since the start of war in Gaza, but the weakness is

Israeli economy ekes out 1.2% growth in Q2 as Gaza war rages on
News|World

Ukrainian president says the push into Russia's Kursk region is to create a buffer zone there

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says the daring military incursion into Russia’s Kursk region aims to create a buffer zone

Ukrainian president says the push into Russia's Kursk region is to create a buffer zone there
Africa|Election|News|World

Malawi's main opposition endorses ex-president Mutharika to run in 2025

Malawi's main opposition party, the Democratic Progress Party endorsed on Sunday former President Peter Mutharika to be its candidate in next year's presidential election. 

Malawi's main opposition endorses ex-president Mutharika to run in 2025
Election|News|Opinion|US

Inside the fast-moving launch of Kamala Harris for president

Inside the fast-moving launch of Kamala Harris for president

Inside the fast-moving launch of Kamala Harris for president
Europe|News|World

Belarus' Lukashenko says nearly a third of army sent to Ukraine border, Belta reports

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko said on Sunday that Ukraine had stationed more than 120,000 troops at its border with Belarus and Minsk had deployed nearly a third of its armed

Belarus' Lukashenko says nearly a third of army sent to Ukraine border, Belta reports
Europe|News|Uncategorized|World

More than 20 injured after Ferris wheel catches fire at music festival in Germany

More than 20 injured after Ferris wheel catches fire at music festival in Germany

More than 20 injured after Ferris wheel catches fire at music festival in Germany
Crime|News|US

Georgia deputy killed while responding to domestic dispute, marking first line-of-duty death for sheriff’s office

Georgia deputy killed while responding to domestic dispute, marking first line-of-duty death for sheriff’s office

Georgia deputy killed while responding to domestic dispute, marking first line-of-duty death for sheriff’s office
Election|News|Political|US

With Harris at helm, Democrats meet with new hope and some old worries

In the five weeks since U.S President Joe Biden abandoned his flailing reelection bid, the Democratic Party's fortunes have changed dramatically, and this week the change

With Harris at helm, Democrats meet with new hope and some old worries
Crime|News|US

More than $1.6 million worth of cocaine washed up on Florida beaches during Hurricane Debby, authorities say

More than $1.6 million worth of cocaine washed up on Florida beaches during Hurricane Debby, authorities say

More than $1.6 million worth of cocaine washed up on Florida beaches during Hurricane Debby, authorities say
News|US|World

Blinken arrives in Middle East seeking Gaza ceasefire, Hamas says Israel thwarts efforts

U.S.

Blinken arrives in Middle East seeking Gaza ceasefire, Hamas says Israel thwarts efforts
News|Political|World

North Korea condemns Ukraine's incursion into Russia as act of terror

North Korea condemned Ukraine's incursion into Russia as an unforgivable act of terror backed by Washington and the West, adding it would always stand with Russia as it seeks to

North Korea condemns Ukraine's incursion into Russia as act of terror
Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|News

Alain Delon, French movie legend, dies at 88

Alain Delon, French movie legend, dies at 88

Alain Delon, French movie legend, dies at 88
Health|News|US

Extreme heat at Colorado airshow sickens about 100 people with 10 hospitalized, officials say

Extreme heat at a Colorado airshow caused about 100 people to seek emergency treatment and sent 10 people to area hospitals

Extreme heat at Colorado airshow sickens about 100 people with 10 hospitalized, officials say
Africa|Economy|News|World

Malians suffer economic hardship after four years of military rule

Four years after the military ousted Mali’s then-president and came to power, many residents say economic troubles are worsening and constant power cuts are hurting businesses.

Malians suffer economic hardship after four years of military rule
Health|News|US

About 100 treated for heat-related illness at a Colorado air show, officials say

About 100 treated for heat-related illness at a Colorado air show, officials say

About 100 treated for heat-related illness at a Colorado air show, officials say
MidEast|News|World

Quintuplets among Gaza's dead as Blinken visits the region to seek a cease-fire deal

The latest Israeli strikes across Gaza have killed 29 people, including young quintuplets

Quintuplets among Gaza's dead as Blinken visits the region to seek a cease-fire deal
Asia|News

Thailand’s king endorses Paetongtarn Shinawatra as new prime minister

Thailand’s king endorses Paetongtarn Shinawatra as new prime minister

Thailand’s king endorses Paetongtarn Shinawatra as new prime minister
Environment|News|Science|US

A hunter’s graveyard shift: grabbing pythons in the Everglades

In the dead of night, hunters go deep into the Florida Everglades, searching for the invasive Burmese pythons that are eating up mice, rabbits and other prey

A hunter’s graveyard shift: grabbing pythons in the Everglades
Europe|News|World

Russia launches third ballistic missile attack on Kyiv this month, Ukraine says

Russia on Sunday carried out its third ballistic missile attack on Kyiv this month but preliminary data indicated most of the projectiles were shot down on approach, the military

Russia launches third ballistic missile attack on Kyiv this month, Ukraine says
Election|News|US

Democrats are dwindling in Wyoming. A primary election law further reduces their influence

Democrats are flirting with extinction in some rural reaches of the U.S. In Niobrara County, Wyoming, the least-populated county in the least-populated state, Becky Blackburn is one of just 32 left

Democrats are dwindling in Wyoming. A primary election law further reduces their influence
MidEast|News|US

Blinken to arrive in Israel as US pushes for Gaza ceasefire

U.S.

Blinken to arrive in Israel as US pushes for Gaza ceasefire
Election|News|US|World

Thousands of activists expected in Chicago for Democratic convention to call for Gaza cease-fire

Thousands of activists are expected to converge in Chicago for the Democratic National Convention, hoping to call attention to abortion rights, economic justice and the war in Gaza

Thousands of activists expected in Chicago for Democratic convention to call for Gaza cease-fire
Election|News|Opinion|Political|US

Harris and Trump offer worlds-apart contrasts on top issues in presidential race

This year’s presidential race is a genuine contest of ideas between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump

Harris and Trump offer worlds-apart contrasts on top issues in presidential race
Asia|News

Paetongtarn Shinawatra becomes Thai prime minister after royal signoff

Paetongtarn Shinawatra, daughter of the divisive former leader Thaksin Shinawatra, became Thailand’s prime minister after receiving a royal letter of endorsement Sunday, two days after she was chosen by Parliament following a court order that removed her predecessor

Paetongtarn Shinawatra becomes Thai prime minister after royal signoff
Asia|News|World

Vietnam top leader To Lam arrives in China, set to meet Xi Jinping

Vietnam's top leader To Lam arrived in China on Sunday for a three-day visit, according to Chinese state media, which Beijing's foreign ministry has said will include meetings with

Vietnam top leader To Lam arrives in China, set to meet Xi Jinping
Asia|News|World

Thai king endorses Paetongtarn Shinawatra as prime minister

Paetongtarn Shinawatra was endorsed as prime minister by Thailand's king on Sunday, two days after parliament elected her, paving the way for her to form a cabinet in the coming

Thai king endorses Paetongtarn Shinawatra as prime minister
Environment|News|World

Extreme weather in parts of Canada causes major flooding, power outages

Extreme weather in parts of Canada causes major flooding, power outages

Extreme weather in parts of Canada causes major flooding, power outages
News|US|World

South Korea, Japan, US leaders renew pledge to cooperate on regional challenges

The leaders of South Korea, Japan and the United States issued a joint statement on Sunday marking the anniversary of their summit at Camp David and reaffirmed a pledge to jointly

South Korea, Japan, US leaders renew pledge to cooperate on regional challenges
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Trump again decries two gold medalist Olympic athletes, falsely labeling the female boxers as men

Former President Donald Trump has again decried two gold medalist Olympic athletes, falsely labeling the female boxers as men

Trump again decries two gold medalist Olympic athletes, falsely labeling the female boxers as men
Environment|News|World

Oil spill reported off Venezuela's Caribbean coast

An oil spill, which appeared to originate from Venezuela's El Palito refinery several days ago, has contaminated a bay off the country's north-central coast in the Caribbean Sea,

Oil spill reported off Venezuela's Caribbean coast
News|Science|World

Safety at Russian-controlled Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant is deteriorating, IAEA warns

Safety at Russian-controlled Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant is deteriorating, IAEA warns

Safety at Russian-controlled Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant is deteriorating, IAEA warns
News|Sports

Pro Bowl lineman Jeffery Simmons says Titans pass rusher Arden Key's suspension overturned

Two-time Pro Bowl defensive lineman Jeffery Simmons first teased some big news on social media and then shared Saturday that Tennessee teammate Arden Key won his appeal of a six-game suspension to start the season

Pro Bowl lineman Jeffery Simmons says Titans pass rusher Arden Key's suspension overturned
Environment|News|Science|World

Volcano erupts after powerful earthquake in Russia's Far East and scientists warn of a stronger one

One of Russia’s most active volcanoes has erupted, spewing plumes of ash 3 miles into the sky over the far eastern Kamchatka Peninsula and briefly triggering a “code red” warning for aircraft

Volcano erupts after powerful earthquake in Russia's Far East and scientists warn of a stronger one
News|Sports

Hideki Matsuyama surges to a 5-shot lead in steamy Memphis

Hideki Matsuyama is running away with the FedEx St. Jude Championship in sweltering Memphis, Tennessee

Hideki Matsuyama surges to a 5-shot lead in steamy Memphis
News|World

Venezuelans in Caracas and across the world demonstrate to defend opposition’s victory claim

Venezuelans across the world responded to a call from their country’s political opposition

Venezuelans in Caracas and across the world demonstrate to defend opposition’s victory claim
Election|News|Political|US

Harris likely to join Biden on Chicago convention stage on Monday

Vice President Kamala Harris is likely to join President Joe Biden on stage at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago on Monday as he

Harris likely to join Biden on Chicago convention stage on Monday
Environment|News|World

Volcano erupts in Russia after 7.0-magnitude earthquake, sending ash column 5 miles high

Volcano erupts in Russia after 7.0-magnitude earthquake, sending ash column 5 miles high

Volcano erupts in Russia after 7.0-magnitude earthquake, sending ash column 5 miles high
Europe|News|World

Polish leader urges Nord Stream patrons to 'keep quiet' as pipeline mystery returns to spotlight

Poland's prime minister has reacted to reports that revived speculation about who blew up the Nord Stream pipelines in 2022

Polish leader urges Nord Stream patrons to 'keep quiet' as pipeline mystery returns to spotlight
Business|Economy|News|US

Possible work stoppage at Canada's two largest railroads could disrupt US supply chain next week

Canada’s two largest railroads are starting to shut down their shipping networks as a labor dispute with the Teamsters union threatens to cause lockouts or strikes that would disrupt cross-border trade with the U.S. Both the Canadian Pacific Kansas City and Canadian National railroads have stopped taking certain shipments of hazardous materials and refrigerated products

Possible work stoppage at Canada's two largest railroads could disrupt US supply chain next week
Health|News|US

After a brain bleed, a Georgia hospital temporarily removed part of a man’s skull. Employees lost the bone, lawsuit says

After a brain bleed, a Georgia hospital temporarily removed part of a man’s skull. Employees lost the bone, lawsuit says

After a brain bleed, a Georgia hospital temporarily removed part of a man’s skull. Employees lost the bone, lawsuit says
Crime|Education|News|US

After more than 4 decades, DNA leads to arrest in nursing student’s killing

After more than 4 decades, DNA leads to arrest in nursing student’s killing

After more than 4 decades, DNA leads to arrest in nursing student’s killing
Americas|Business|News|Technology|World

X announces suspension of Brazil operations, alleging ‘censorship orders’ from Supreme Court justice

Social media company X says it will close its operations in Brazil, claiming Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes threatened to arrest their legal representative in Brazil if they did not comply with orders

X announces suspension of Brazil operations, alleging ‘censorship orders’ from Supreme Court justice
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Israel kills two Hamas militants in West Bank air strike

Israel said it killed two senior Hamas militants in an airstrike on their car in Jenin in the occupied West Bank on Saturday, claiming they were involved in the killing

Israel kills two Hamas militants in West Bank air strike
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Backup QB Josh Johnson goes 11 for 11 as the Ravens hold off the Falcons 13-12

Josh Johnson completed all 11 of his pass attempts and Emory Jones added a long touchdown throw in the second half to lift the Baltimore Ravens to a 13-12 victory over the Atlanta Falcons

Backup QB Josh Johnson goes 11 for 11 as the Ravens hold off the Falcons 13-12
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Chechen warlord invites Musk to Russia after he's filmed driving machine-gun mounted Cybertruck

Chechnya President Ramzan Kadyrov has invited Tesla CEO Elon Musk to Russia after being filmed behind the wheel of one of the company’s Cybertrucks mounted with a machine gun

Chechen warlord invites Musk to Russia after he's filmed driving machine-gun mounted Cybertruck
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Harris campaign reserves $370M in ads after Labor Day, including battleground state push

Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign says it is reserving $370 million in advertising to run between Labor Day and Election Day

Harris campaign reserves $370M in ads after Labor Day, including battleground state push
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IAEA says safety at Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant deteriorates

Safety at Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant is deteriorating following a drone strike that hit the road around the perimeter on Saturday, according to International Atomic Energy

IAEA says safety at Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant deteriorates
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Ukraine offensive doesn't alter Western anti-escalation stance, Poland says

Ukraine is reaping "huge political gains" from its military offensive into western Russia but the incursion is not altering the "anti-

Ukraine offensive doesn't alter Western anti-escalation stance, Poland says
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EVs are starting to overtake gas-powered cars in a surprising place

EVs are starting to overtake gas-powered cars in a surprising place

EVs are starting to overtake gas-powered cars in a surprising place
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Venezuelan opposition protests as election dispute drags on

Venezuela's political opposition and its supporters gathered in cities around the country on Saturday to demand recognition of what they

Venezuelan opposition protests as election dispute drags on
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Ex-Rep. George Santos expected to plead guilty to multiple counts in fraud case, AP source says

Former U.S. Rep. George Santos is expected to plead guilty to multiple counts in his federal fraud case, according to a person familiar with the matter

Ex-Rep. George Santos expected to plead guilty to multiple counts in fraud case, AP source says
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Nick Paton Walsh reports from Russia's border, says it’s ‘completely undefended’

CNN Chief International Security Correspondent Nick Paton Walsh reports from Ukraine’s border with Russia as Ukraine’s forces advance farther into Russia following their surprise incursion.

Nick Paton Walsh reports from Russia's border, says it’s ‘completely undefended’
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How Ukraine turned the war on its head with surprise attack on southern Russia

How Ukraine turned the war on its head with surprise attack on southern Russia

How Ukraine turned the war on its head with surprise attack on southern Russia
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Sudan's paramilitary fighters killed 85 people in an attack on a central village, residents say

Fighters from Sudan’s paramilitary group have rampaged through a central village, looting and burning and killing at least 85 people, including women and children

Sudan's paramilitary fighters killed 85 people in an attack on a central village, residents say
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Harris to meet with Teamsters, but union president isn't invited to speak at Democratic convention

Teamsters union members will host Vice President Kamala Harris for a roundtable discussion in the near future

Harris to meet with Teamsters, but union president isn't invited to speak at Democratic convention
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Neolithic people moved Stonehenge’s mysterious Altar Stone over hundreds of miles

Neolithic people moved Stonehenge’s mysterious Altar Stone over hundreds of miles

Neolithic people moved Stonehenge’s mysterious Altar Stone over hundreds of miles
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X says it is closing operations in Brazil due to judge's content orders

Media platform X said on Saturday it would close its operations in Brazil "effective immediately" due to what it called "censorship orders" by Brazilian

X says it is closing operations in Brazil due to judge's content orders
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Canada's CPKC expands freight embargoes ahead of looming work stoppage

Canadian Pacific Kansas City said on Saturday it would halt any new rail shipments originating in Canada, and all new U.S. shipments destined for Canada starting

Canada's CPKC expands freight embargoes ahead of looming work stoppage
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Russia's Kadyrov equips Tesla truck with machinegun for war

The leader of Russia's Chechnya region, Ramzan Kadyrov, published a video on Saturday of himself driving a Tesla Cybertruck with what looked like a machinegun mounted on top, saying he

Russia's Kadyrov equips Tesla truck with machinegun for war
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Jailed Chinese activist faces another birthday alone in a cell, his wife says

Ding Jiaxi knew he would spend his 57th birthday alone in a Chinese prison cell, without a phone call from family or a chance to stretch in the sunlight

Jailed Chinese activist faces another birthday alone in a cell, his wife says
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The facts behind Vance and Walz’s military record

CNN's Sara Murray looks at the formative military service of the Vice Presidential nominees, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Ohio Sen. JD Vance.

The facts behind Vance and Walz’s military record
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Blaze erupts at London’s historic Somerset House

Blaze erupts at London’s historic Somerset House

Blaze erupts at London’s historic Somerset House
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Italian reporters to return after Russian anger at Kursk report

Two Italian journalists who angered Moscow with a TV report from Ukrainian-held parts of Russia's Kursk region will return to Italy, state broadcaster RAI said on Saturday.

Italian reporters to return after Russian anger at Kursk report
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Latest search for 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre victims ends with 3 more found with gunshot wounds

Investigators say the latest search for the remains of 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre victims has ended with three more containing visible gunshot wounds

Latest search for 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre victims ends with 3 more found with gunshot wounds
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Firefighters battle to contain five wildfires across Turkey, minister says

Firefighters were battling to contain wildfires in five Turkish provinces on Saturday, the Forestry Minister said, though a blaze in the western Izmir region that broke out on

Firefighters battle to contain five wildfires across Turkey, minister says
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Biden prepares to open Democratic convention with push to elect Harris

Biden prepares to open Democratic convention with push to elect Harris

Biden prepares to open Democratic convention with push to elect Harris
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Immigrants prepare for new Biden protections with excitement and concern

A new Biden administration program will allow some spouses of U.S. citizens living in the U.S. illegally to gain legal status without leaving the country

Immigrants prepare for new Biden protections with excitement and concern
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Fire breaks out at London's Somerset House, home to priceless works by Van Gogh, Cezanne

Priceless paintings by Monet, Cezanne, Van Gogh and others were safe after firefighters worked to douse a fire at Somerset House

Fire breaks out at London's Somerset House, home to priceless works by Van Gogh, Cezanne
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Nearly 68 million suffering from drought in Southern Africa, says regional bloc

About 68 million people in Southern Africa are suffering the effects of an El Nino-induced drought which has wiped out crops across the region, the regional bloc

Nearly 68 million suffering from drought in Southern Africa, says regional bloc
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More than 120 firefighters tackle blaze at London's Somerset House

Around 125 firefighters tackled a fire in the roof of London's Somerset house on Saturday, though the historic building's major art collections, including works by

More than 120 firefighters tackle blaze at London's Somerset House
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Ukraine strengthens positions in Russia's Kursk region, Zelenskiy says

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Saturday his troops had strengthened positions in Russia's Kursk region nearly two weeks into their incursion, and called for bold

Ukraine strengthens positions in Russia's Kursk region, Zelenskiy says
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Russian missile sparks blaze in Ukraine as Kyiv's troops push into Russia's Kursk region

Russia is keeping up its assault on Ukraine even as Ukrainian forces push into Russia’s Kursk border region

Russian missile sparks blaze in Ukraine as Kyiv's troops push into Russia's Kursk region
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Russia says Ukraine planning Kursk nuclear plant 'provocation'

Russia accused Ukraine on Saturday of planning to attack a nuclear plant in the Kursk region that President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's troops have entered and blame such a "provocation" on

Russia says Ukraine planning Kursk nuclear plant 'provocation'
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Biden plans to use his convention speech to hand off to Harris and make case against Trump

President Joe Biden is on tap to give the keynote address at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago

Biden plans to use his convention speech to hand off to Harris and make case against Trump
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Israeli strike kills 10 in southern Lebanon in one of the deadliest incidents since October 7

Israeli strike kills 10 in southern Lebanon in one of the deadliest incidents since October 7

Israeli strike kills 10 in southern Lebanon in one of the deadliest incidents since October 7
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CNN report shows aftermath of Israeli strike in southern Lebanon

An Israeli strike has killed at least ten people in Nabatiyeh, southern Lebanon, the Lebanese Ministry of Health said, prompting Hezbollah to launch a barrage of retaliatory rockets at Israel. CNN's Ben Wedeman walks through the rubble of a destroyed warehouse in Toul.

CNN report shows aftermath of Israeli strike in southern Lebanon
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How Russia looked the wrong way as Ukraine invaded

In the hours before Ukrainian soldiers stormed across Russia's western border, there was no sign from Moscow that

How Russia looked the wrong way as Ukraine invaded

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