Today: November 10, 2024
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MidEast|World

Israeli strikes pound Lebanese coastal city after residents evacuate

Israeli jets have struck multiple buildings in Lebanon’s southern coastal city of Tyre, sending large clouds of black smoke into the air

Israeli strikes pound Lebanese coastal city after residents evacuate
Europe|World

EU urges BRICS countries to tell Putin to end Ukraine war

The European Union on Wednesday urged countries attending the BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia, to ask President Vladimir Putin to end Moscow's war in Ukraine.

EU urges BRICS countries to tell Putin to end Ukraine war
Crime|Europe|World

Pelicot mass rape trial in France may spur changes to the law

France may introduce changes to its rape law to include consent for the first time, after a mass rape trial shook the country, challenging the limits

Pelicot mass rape trial in France may spur changes to the law
Science|World

Hong Kong discovers dinosaur fossils for the first time

Officials in Hong Kong say they have discovered dinosaur fossils in the city for the first time on a remote, uninhabited island that’s part of a geopark

Hong Kong discovers dinosaur fossils for the first time
Europe|World

Britain and Germany sign defense pact to counter Russia's growing threat

Officials say German submarine-hunting planes will patrol the North Atlantic from a base in Scotland under a new Britain-Germany defense pact in response to the growing threat from Russia

Britain and Germany sign defense pact to counter Russia's growing threat
MidEast|World

Israel’s war could set Gaza back 69 years, UN warns

Israel’s war could set Gaza back 69 years, UN warns

Israel’s war could set Gaza back 69 years, UN warns
Business|Economy|World

BRICS leaders tout joint finance, trade projects at Russian summit

Leaders of the nations in the BRICS grouping, which accounts for 37% of global economic output, predicted its influence would grow as

BRICS leaders tout joint finance, trade projects at Russian summit
US|World

US has not seen evidence of Hezbollah cash bunker under Beirut hospital, Pentagon chief says

U.S.

US has not seen evidence of Hezbollah cash bunker under Beirut hospital, Pentagon chief says
Election|Europe|US|World

Trump ignites spat with US ally, accusing UK’s governing party of election interference

Trump ignites spat with US ally, accusing UK’s governing party of election interference

Trump ignites spat with US ally, accusing UK’s governing party of election interference
US|World

North Korean troops are in Russia, US defense secretary says

U.S.

North Korean troops are in Russia, US defense secretary says
Economy|World

Turkey to spend less on earthquake relief and rebuilding next year, vice president says

Turkey will need a smaller budget next year to meet the cost of damage from the 2023 earthquake and the needs of affected people as the majority of planned funds have already been

Turkey to spend less on earthquake relief and rebuilding next year, vice president says
Health|Lifestyle|World

War-scarred Ukrainians receive aesthetic treatment for free

Before the war, Ukrainian soldier Yana Zalevska had plans for plastic surgery to enhance her appearance.

War-scarred Ukrainians receive aesthetic treatment for free
Asia|Crime|World

UNHCR calls for Indonesia to let in Rohingya stranded at sea off Aceh

The United Nations' refugee agency called on Indonesia to let in about 150 Rohingya refugees stranded off Aceh province for almost a week, as local media reported police had

UNHCR calls for Indonesia to let in Rohingya stranded at sea off Aceh
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Financial cooperation and BRICS expansion are on the table as Putin hosts Global South leaders

Russia’s President Vladimir Putin is hosting China’s Xi Jinping, India’s Narendra Modi and other world leaders at a summit of the BRICS bloc of developing economies, part of Kremlin efforts to challenge Western global clout

Financial cooperation and BRICS expansion are on the table as Putin hosts Global South leaders
Europe|World

Putin scores a BRICS win with rare Xi and Modi show of harmony

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi used a BRICS summit in Russia on Wednesday to showcase

Putin scores a BRICS win with rare Xi and Modi show of harmony
Asia|Political|World

US confirms North Korea has sent 3,000 troops to Russia for training and possible Ukraine combat

The U.S. says 3,000 North Korean troops have deployed to Russia and are training at several locations, calling the move very serious and warning that those forces will be “fair game” if they go into combat in Ukraine

US confirms North Korea has sent 3,000 troops to Russia for training and possible Ukraine combat
Health|World

North Gaza polio campaign postponed due to violence, says WHO

A polio vaccination campaign in north Gaza has been postponed due to Israeli bombardments, mass displacement and lack of access, the World Health Organization said on Wednesday.

North Gaza polio campaign postponed due to violence, says WHO
US|World

Blinken urges Israel to seek enduring deal, as officials say a limited cease-fire has been discussed

Secretary of State Antony Blinken says Israel needs to pursue an “enduring strategic success” in Gaza after its tactical victories against Hamas

Blinken urges Israel to seek enduring deal, as officials say a limited cease-fire has been discussed
Asia|Europe|World

US says evidence shows North Korea has troops in Russia, possibly for Ukraine war

The United States said for the first time on Wednesday that it had seen evidence that North Korea has sent 3,000 troops to Russia for possible

US says evidence shows North Korea has troops in Russia, possibly for Ukraine war
Political|World

Are North Koreans fighting in Ukraine? Here’s what we know

Are North Koreans fighting in Ukraine? Here’s what we know

Are North Koreans fighting in Ukraine? Here’s what we know
Australia|Opinion|World

Indigenous Australian who confronted King Charles III says she won't be 'shut down'

An Indigenous senator has intensified her criticism of King Charles III, again accusing the British monarch of complicity in the “genocide” against Australia’s First Peoples and declaring she will not be “shut down.”

Indigenous Australian who confronted King Charles III says she won't be 'shut down'
Environment|World

Firefighters battle huge blaze tearing through New Zealand wetland home to threatened species

Firefighters battle huge blaze tearing through New Zealand wetland home to threatened species

Firefighters battle huge blaze tearing through New Zealand wetland home to threatened species
Europe|MidEast|Travel|World

Lufthansa suspends flights to Beirut, Tehran until early 2025

Lufthansa extended the suspension of its flights to Tehran and Beirut until early next year for operational reasons, the German flagship airline said on Wednesday.

Lufthansa suspends flights to Beirut, Tehran until early 2025
Asia|Crime|World

Wife of Pakistan's ex-PM Imran Khan granted bail in state gifts case, his party says

A court in Pakistan granted bail to the wife of former Prime Minister Imran Khan in a case pertaining to the illegal sale of state gifts, his party said on Wednesday - a relief

Wife of Pakistan's ex-PM Imran Khan granted bail in state gifts case, his party says
Europe|Political|World

Incoming EU foreign policy chief Kallas warns against Russia and China

The European Union's next foreign policy chief has told lawmakers that strengthening security must be a priority, warning that Europe must be prepared as Russia and "partly China" exploit

Incoming EU foreign policy chief Kallas warns against Russia and China
US|World

Middle East latest: Sirens sound across Tel Aviv as projectiles are intercepted near Blinken's hotel

Air raid sirens echoed across Tel Aviv early as U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken prepared to end a visit

Middle East latest: Sirens sound across Tel Aviv as projectiles are intercepted near Blinken's hotel
Election|Europe|Political|US|World

Trump campaign accuses UK's Labour Party of election interference

Donald Trump's campaign has accused British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's Labour Party of "blatant foreign interference" in the U.S. presidential

Trump campaign accuses UK's Labour Party of election interference
Business|Europe|World

Roche CEO says more people have mpox in Europe than has been reported

The CEO of Roche said he has been informed that more cases of mpox infection have occurred in Europe than previously reported and that the Swiss group could

Roche CEO says more people have mpox in Europe than has been reported
Europe|Finance|Political|World

Poland leads NATO on defence spend - but can it afford it?

Poland's NATO-leading surge in defence spending is raising budget concerns because it will bake in higher long-term expenditure on its military

Poland leads NATO on defence spend - but can it afford it?
Europe|Health|Science|World

Greece imposes restrictions to contain spread of pox among sheep, goats

Greece has banned the transportation and reproduction of sheep and goats across the country for 10 days after detecting more than 100 pox infections, the agriculture ministry said.

Greece imposes restrictions to contain spread of pox among sheep, goats
Asia|Travel|World

Pacific island Niue wants seat at Commonwealth leaders table

Niue celebrated 50 years of self-government on Saturday, with Britain's King Charles issuing a congratulatory video, but the Pacific Island state is excluded from this

Pacific island Niue wants seat at Commonwealth leaders table
Asia|Food|World

South Korea to supply stocks of kimchi cabbage after hot weather damages crop

South Korea's government said on Wednesday it will ensure 24,000 tonnes of cabbage are supplied from national stocks to provide support during the upcoming peak kimchi-making season,

South Korea to supply stocks of kimchi cabbage after hot weather damages crop
Environment|Science|World

Doomsday Arctic seed vault gets deposit of 30,000 new samples

An Arctic seed vault on Norway's Spitsbergen island has received new samples from the largest number of depositors since 2020, reflecting fear about the threat of conflict and

Doomsday Arctic seed vault gets deposit of 30,000 new samples
Environment|US|World

Hurricane Milton ravaged one of the most popular areas for 'snowbirds' on Florida's Gulf Coast

Hurricane Milton’s devastating landfall along Florida’s Gulf Coast hit one of the most popular areas for temporary residents who spend the winter months living in the Sunshine State

Hurricane Milton ravaged one of the most popular areas for 'snowbirds' on Florida's Gulf Coast
MidEast|Technology|World

Rocket attacks set off sirens as Blinken visits Tel Aviv

Israel's air force shot down two rockets from Lebanon that set off air raid sirens in Tel Aviv on Wednesday, the military said, as U.S.

Rocket attacks set off sirens as Blinken visits Tel Aviv
Asia|Health|Science|World

Twelfth monkey death at Hong Kong zoo, soil infection blamed

A 12th monkey has died at a Hong Kong zoo, authorities said late on Tuesday, after 11 monkeys died in the past week due to Melioidosis, a bacterial infection, which can affect

Twelfth monkey death at Hong Kong zoo, soil infection blamed
Asia|World

Floods in Philippines kill at least 9 and trap others on roofs as storm approaches

Torrential rain set off by an approaching storm has swamped eastern Philippine cities and towns in widespread floods that have killed at least nine people, trapped others on their roofs and sparked frantic appeals for help

Floods in Philippines kill at least 9 and trap others on roofs as storm approaches
Asia|Europe|Travel|World

King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive in Samoa for Commonwealth summit

Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla flew into Samoa late on Wednesday, for a visit during which the monarch will be offered the title of high chief and

King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive in Samoa for Commonwealth summit
Asia|Economy|Environment|World

Tropical Storm Trami kills 14 in Philippines, officials say

At least 14 people were killed in the Philippines as Tropical Storm Trami flooded villages, inundated rivers and forced tens of thousands of people to flee their

Tropical Storm Trami kills 14 in Philippines, officials say
Economy|Political|World

UK warns Russian strikes on Black Sea delay grain supplies to Palestinians, global south

Russia's increased attacks on the Black Sea ports in Ukraine are delaying vital aid reaching Palestinians and stopping crucial grain supplies from being delivered to the global south,

UK warns Russian strikes on Black Sea delay grain supplies to Palestinians, global south
Africa|World

African progress backslides as coups and war persist

Nearly half of Africa's citizens live in a country where governance has worsened over the past decade, as deteriorating security erodes progress, according to a new

African progress backslides as coups and war persist
MidEast|World

Blinken urges Israel to capitalize on Sinwar’s killing to end Gaza war, but a breakthrough seems a long way off

Blinken urges Israel to capitalize on Sinwar’s killing to end Gaza war, but a breakthrough seems a long way off

Blinken urges Israel to capitalize on Sinwar’s killing to end Gaza war, but a breakthrough seems a long way off
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|World

Germany bets on India to reduce reliance on China

Chancellor Olaf Scholz leads a high-level delegation to New Delhi this week, betting that greater access to the vast Indian market can reduce Germany's reliance

Germany bets on India to reduce reliance on China
Asia|World

Chinese blockade would be act of war, Taiwan says

A real Chinese blockade of Taiwan would be an act of war and have far-reaching consequences for international trade, Defence Minister Wellington Koo

Chinese blockade would be act of war, Taiwan says
Asia|US|World

North Korea's Kim Jong Un visits missile bases, cites US nuclear threat

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has visited missile bases to examine their readiness to undertake actions of "strategic deterrence", while calling U.S. nuclear capabilities a growing

North Korea's Kim Jong Un visits missile bases, cites US nuclear threat
Political|World

Canadian Cabinet voices support for Trudeau as some Liberals prepare to confront him

Canada’s deputy prime minister says he believes Justin Trudeau has the support of the majority of Liberals in Parliament as some prepare to confront him Wednesday in the hopes of convincing him to step down

Canadian Cabinet voices support for Trudeau as some Liberals prepare to confront him
Americas|Crime|World

UN says Haiti conflict has 'worsened' as gangs push fresh attacks

Haitian gangs are ramping up attacks on areas they do not yet control, the head of the United Nation's Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH) warned on Tuesday,

UN says Haiti conflict has 'worsened' as gangs push fresh attacks
Business|Europe|Political|World

Britain and Germany sign new defence agreement as Ukraine tensions rise

Britain and Germany signed a landmark defence agreement on Wednesday and pledged to co-operate on exercises on NATO's eastern flank as they

Britain and Germany sign new defence agreement as Ukraine tensions rise
Americas|World

Havana, Cuban provinces see power restored; Tropical Storm Oscar leaves six dead

Cuba made fast progress restoring power to swaths of the Caribbean island nation on Tuesday, both in Havana and outlying provinces, even as emergency and grid

Havana, Cuban provinces see power restored; Tropical Storm Oscar leaves six dead
Americas|Crime|World

Burial held for Catholic priest and Indigenous peace activist killed in southern Mexico

Hundreds of people have turned out for the burial of Catholic priest Marcelo Pérez, an activist for Indigenous peoples and farm laborers who was killed in the southern Mexico state of Chiapas

Burial held for Catholic priest and Indigenous peace activist killed in southern Mexico
Asia|US|World

West blasts China on rights, China responds: What about Gaza?

Australia, the United States and 13 other countries criticized China at the United Nations on Tuesday over alleged human rights abuses in Xinjiang and

West blasts China on rights, China responds: What about Gaza?
MidEast|US|World

Two US service members injured in raid that killed ISIS operatives In Iraq, Pentagon says

Two US service members injured in raid that killed ISIS operatives In Iraq, Pentagon says

Two US service members injured in raid that killed ISIS operatives In Iraq, Pentagon says
Crime|US|World

Federal prosecutors charge Iranian Revolutionary Guards official in assassination plot on US soil

Federal prosecutors charge Iranian Revolutionary Guards official in assassination plot on US soil

Federal prosecutors charge Iranian Revolutionary Guards official in assassination plot on US soil
Americas|Economy|Finance|World

Peru to scrutinize Venezuelan remittances amid crime concerns

Peru's government will monitor money transfers sent abroad from Venezuelans living in Peru, President Dina Boluarte announced on Tuesday, describing the measure as a response to

Peru to scrutinize Venezuelan remittances amid crime concerns
Americas|World

In Havana's still dark corners, a protest erupts

Just three or four city blocks in all of Central Havana remained without electricity on Monday evening - an island of darkness in the Cuban capital's sea of

In Havana's still dark corners, a protest erupts
MidEast|World

Desperation amid search for survivors of an airstrike on a crowded area near major Beirut hospital

Rescuers continued to search for bodies under the rubble more than 16 hours after an Israeli airstrike hit a crowded residential area across the street from Beirut's main public hospital

Desperation amid search for survivors of an airstrike on a crowded area near major Beirut hospital
US|World

No. 9 Clemson is rolling as it contends for ACC title and a return to the College Football Playoff

What a difference a year makes

No. 9 Clemson is rolling as it contends for ACC title and a return to the College Football Playoff
Americas|Economy|Food|World

Mexico announces food and agriculture plan that could take the country back to the 1980s

Mexico's new president has announced an agriculture plan that could make the country's food production and distribution look a lot more like it did in the 1980s

Mexico announces food and agriculture plan that could take the country back to the 1980s
Americas|Crime|Environment|World

Cuba fights to come back from a nationwide blackout, then a storm that killed 7

A small town in far eastern Cuba is recovering from flooding that killed at least seven people after Hurricane Oscar crossed the island’s eastern coast as a tropical storm with winds and heavy rain

Cuba fights to come back from a nationwide blackout, then a storm that killed 7
Business|MidEast|World

The little airline that could — Lebanon's national carrier braves Israeli airstrikes

Since Israel began bombarding Beirut’s southern suburbs in its war against Hezbollah militants, Lebanon’s national air carrier has become a local icon simply by continuing to do its job

The little airline that could — Lebanon's national carrier braves Israeli airstrikes
Crime|Technology|US|World

US intel assesses Russian operatives behind fake video trying to smear Tim Walz

US intel assesses Russian operatives behind fake video trying to smear Tim Walz

US intel assesses Russian operatives behind fake video trying to smear Tim Walz
Political|World

It could take 350 years for Gaza to rebuild if it remains under a blockade, UN report says

United Nations agencies have long warned that it could take decades to rebuild Gaza after Israel’s offensive against Hamas

It could take 350 years for Gaza to rebuild if it remains under a blockade, UN report says
Asia|Political|World

Zelenskiy calls on allies 'not to hide', respond to North Korean involvement in war

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy called on allies on Tuesday "not to hide" and to respond to evidence of North Korean involvement in Russia's war in Ukraine. 

Zelenskiy calls on allies 'not to hide', respond to North Korean involvement in war
US|World

Crews locate 16-year-old hiker who went missing with dog in California

Crews locate 16-year-old hiker who went missing with dog in California

Crews locate 16-year-old hiker who went missing with dog in California
Europe|Political|US|World

Biden heaps praise on Slovenia PM for aiding release of Americans in major US-Russia prisoner swap

President Joe Biden heaped praise on Slovenian Prime Minister Robert Golob during an Oval Office meeting for his key role in a recent seven-nation prisoner swap

Biden heaps praise on Slovenia PM for aiding release of Americans in major US-Russia prisoner swap
Americas|Health|World

Brazil's Lula stable after head injury, doctors say

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva underwent new medical exams on Tuesday, which showed his condition is stable in comparison to previous assessments following a

Brazil's Lula stable after head injury, doctors say
Crime|MidEast|US|World

US charges Iran Revolutionary Guard official in alleged plot to kill a human rights activist in NYC

An Iranian military official has been charged in a plot to kill an Iranian American author on U.S. soil

US charges Iran Revolutionary Guard official in alleged plot to kill a human rights activist in NYC
Crime|MidEast|US|World

US charges IRGC official, others in Iran-backed plot to assassinate journalist

The United States issued fresh charges over the attempted Tehran plot to kidnap and assassinate an Iranian-American journalist in New York, indicting an Iranian Revolutionary

US charges IRGC official, others in Iran-backed plot to assassinate journalist
MidEast|Political|US|World

Netanyahu meets Blinken, urges political and security changes in Lebanon

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, meeting with U.S.

Netanyahu meets Blinken, urges political and security changes in Lebanon
Asia|Political|World

Finland's president: North Korean troops in Ukraine would signal Russian despair

The deployment of North Korean troops in Ukraine would be a sign of Russian desperation more than two-and-a-half years into its full-scale invasion of its neighbour

Finland's president: North Korean troops in Ukraine would signal Russian despair
Asia|World

India's Modi to meet China's Xi on Wednesday on sidelines of BRICS summit

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday at the BRICS summit in Russia, India's foreign secretary said, their first meeting since 2020 when

India's Modi to meet China's Xi on Wednesday on sidelines of BRICS summit
MidEast|World

France defends restrictions on Israeli firms supplying Middle East wars and says it's not a boycott

France’s government is defending its decision to bar Israeli companies supplying the wars in the Middle East from exhibiting at an upcoming trade fair outside Paris

France defends restrictions on Israeli firms supplying Middle East wars and says it's not a boycott
Americas|US|World

Business owners in disaster areas should be wary of possible scams

The devastation of Hurricanes Milton and Helene have opened the floodgates for people seeking disaster relief

Business owners in disaster areas should be wary of possible scams
Africa|Crime|World

A gasoline truck overturns and explodes near Uganda's capital, killing 11

Police in Uganda say least 11 people including children were killed when a fuel truck exploded next to a highway on Tuesday

A gasoline truck overturns and explodes near Uganda's capital, killing 11
Asia|Environment|Science|World

Giant fish thought to be extinct is spotted in the Mekong River

Scientists say a giant fish in the Mekong River thought to be extinct has been spotted three times in recent years

Giant fish thought to be extinct is spotted in the Mekong River
MidEast|Political|World

Washington’s Arab allies engage with Iran as US efforts to stem Middle East violence falter

Washington’s Arab allies engage with Iran as US efforts to stem Middle East violence falter

Washington’s Arab allies engage with Iran as US efforts to stem Middle East violence falter
Asia|World

Xi tells Putin the world is in chaos but friendship with Russia will endure

Chinese President Xi Jinping told Russia's Vladimir Putin that the international situation was gripped by chaos but that Beijing's strategic partnership with Moscow was a

Xi tells Putin the world is in chaos but friendship with Russia will endure
Africa|World

Sudan's RSF attacks east Gezira villages following defection

Paramilitary Rapid Support Forces have attacked villages in the east of Sudan's El Gezira state, killing at least 25 people, following the defection of high-ranking RSF officer

Sudan's RSF attacks east Gezira villages following defection
MidEast|World

Lebanon needs $250 million a month for displaced, minister says ahead of Paris summit

Lebanon will need $250 million a month to help more than a million people displaced by Israeli attacks, its minister in charge of responding to the crisis said on

Lebanon needs $250 million a month for displaced, minister says ahead of Paris summit
US|World

Yellen says US to unveil new sanctions on Russian

U.S.

Yellen says US to unveil new sanctions on Russian
MidEast|World

Four children among 18 killed after Israeli strike near Beirut hospital, ministry says

At least 18 people were killed, including four children, and 60 were wounded in an Israeli strike on Monday near Beirut's main government hospital, the health ministry said on

Four children among 18 killed after Israeli strike near Beirut hospital, ministry says
Asia|Environment|Technology|World

Heavy rain creates havoc in India's tech hub Bengaluru again

Parts of India's tech capital Bengaluru were flooded on Tuesday after heavy overnight rain, and a number of people were feared trapped after a

Heavy rain creates havoc in India's tech hub Bengaluru again
Crime|MidEast|Opinion|World

FBI says it's investigating unauthorized release of documents on Israel's possible attack plans

The FBI says it's investigating the unauthorized release of classified documents on Israel’s preparation for a potential retaliatory attack on Iran

FBI says it's investigating unauthorized release of documents on Israel's possible attack plans
Crime|US|World

US can prosecute Turkish bank in Iran sanctions case, US appeals court rules

A U.S. appeals court on Tuesday said the federal government may prosecute Turkey's Halkbank on charges it helped Iran evade American sanctions, rejecting the

US can prosecute Turkish bank in Iran sanctions case, US appeals court rules
Health|Opinion|Political|World

A shifting landscape of abortion policies means the way women access care is changing

A shifting landscape of abortion policies means the way women access care is changing

A shifting landscape of abortion policies means the way women access care is changing
Africa|Europe|Political|World

South Africa sees Russia as a valued ally, Ramaphosa tells Putin

South Africa sees Russia as a valued ally, President Cyril Ramaphosa said at a bilateral meeting with Russia's Vladimir Putin on Tuesday, on the eve of the BRICS summit of

South Africa sees Russia as a valued ally, Ramaphosa tells Putin
Political|US|World

FBI probing leak of US intel on Israel's attack plans for Iran

The FBI is investigating the public disclosure of a pair of highly classified intelligence documents describing Israel's preparations for a retaliatory strike on Iran, the bureau

FBI probing leak of US intel on Israel's attack plans for Iran
Environment|Europe|Science|World

Rome and Milan took most of the heat as Italy's cities sweltered, data shows

Rome and Milan bore the brunt of rising temperatures as Italy's largest cities endured the warmest weather in more than 50 years in 2022, statistics agency Istat said on Tuesday, in

Rome and Milan took most of the heat as Italy's cities sweltered, data shows
Arts|Opinion|World

Navalny's memoir details isolation and suffering in a Russian prison — and how he never lost hope

In his posthumous memoir “Patriot,” Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny tracks the boredom, isolation, exhaustion, suffering and absurdity of prison life, while commenting on everything from French literature to Billie Eilish

Navalny's memoir details isolation and suffering in a Russian prison — and how he never lost hope
Business|Economy|Finance|World

IMF raises UK growth forecast, warns on debt as finance minister readies budget

The International Monetary Fund on Tuesday raised its forecast for British economic growth this year but said the country could not take its eye off rising

IMF raises UK growth forecast, warns on debt as finance minister readies budget
Economy|Finance|US|World

US remains engine of global growth in latest IMF forecasts

The U.S. economy will continue to provide most of the thrust for global growth through the balance of this year and in 2025, led by robust consumer spending that

US remains engine of global growth in latest IMF forecasts
Asia|Business|Economy|US|World

China's stimulus measures not enough, Yellen and IMF chief economist say

China's latest stimulus measures will not meaningfully boost domestic demand, leaving a major source of trade friction intact, U.S.

China's stimulus measures not enough, Yellen and IMF chief economist say
Environment|World

Colonialism’s legacy has left Caribbean nations much more vulnerable to hurricanes

The islands’ vulnerability has roots deep in the exploitative systems forced on them by colonialism, from slave-based land policies to ill-suited development that put lives in harm’s way.

Colonialism’s legacy has left Caribbean nations much more vulnerable to hurricanes
Election|Political|US|World

On Ukraine, candidate Trump touts his role as dealmaker while Harris sticks with unwavering support

Trump has stressed his personal relationships with Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelenskyy; Harris is looking to build an international coalition.

On Ukraine, candidate Trump touts his role as dealmaker while Harris sticks with unwavering support
MidEast|World

Lebanon's Hezbollah rules out negotiations during fighting with Israel

Lebanon's Hezbollah movement said on Tuesday there would be no negotiations while fighting continued with Israel and it claimed sole responsibility for a drone attack on Israeli

Lebanon's Hezbollah rules out negotiations during fighting with Israel
Africa|World

Mystery of downed airplane in Sudan deepens as Kyrgyzstan insists aircraft had been de-registered

The mystery surrounding a crashed cargo plane in Sudan purportedly downed by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces has deepened as authorities insist the aircraft had been de-registered in Kyrgyzstan

Mystery of downed airplane in Sudan deepens as Kyrgyzstan insists aircraft had been de-registered
MidEast|World

Iraqi forces kill Islamic State group commander and 8 other officials

Iraq's prime minister says the Islamic State militant group’s leader in Iraq was killed in a military operation along with eight of the group’s other senior leaders

Iraqi forces kill Islamic State group commander and 8 other officials
Asia|World

About 140 Rohingya Muslims on wooden boat off Indonesia's coast as residents refuse to let them land

Indonesian officials say about 140 weak and hungry Rohingya Muslims, mostly women and children, are on a wooden boat anchored about 1 mile off the coast of Indonesia’s northernmost province of Aceh, and local residents refused to allow them onto land

About 140 Rohingya Muslims on wooden boat off Indonesia's coast as residents refuse to let them land
Europe|Political|World

Hungary, Slovakia, Serbia call for funding to fight illegal migration

The leaders of Hungary, Slovakia and Serbia on Tuesday affirmed their efforts to curb illegal migration into the European Union, adding that protecting the bloc's external

Hungary, Slovakia, Serbia call for funding to fight illegal migration
Asia|Political|World

Lee Kuan Yew's youngest son says the UK has granted him asylum from persecution in Singapore

Lee Hsien Yang, the estranged brother of former Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, says he is now a “political refugee” after the British government granted him asylum from what he described as persecution at home

Lee Kuan Yew's youngest son says the UK has granted him asylum from persecution in Singapore
Election|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskyy says only a US green light on a NATO invitation will sway a reluctant Germany

Ukraine’s president is hoping allies will take a more positive stance on his so-called “victory plan” after the U.S. election, but concedes that its key demand — an invitation to join NATO — is not welcome by some Western partners, in particular Germany

Ukraine's Zelenskyy says only a US green light on a NATO invitation will sway a reluctant Germany
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Bank of Israel voted 5-0 to hold rates at October decision, minutes show

All five members of the Bank of Israel's monetary policy committee voted on Oct. 9 to leave the benchmark interest rate unchanged at 4.5%, minutes of the discussion showed on

Bank of Israel voted 5-0 to hold rates at October decision, minutes show
Asia|World

India and China have struck a deal that could ease border tensions ahead of expected leader meeting

India and China have struck a deal that could ease border tensions ahead of expected leader meeting

India and China have struck a deal that could ease border tensions ahead of expected leader meeting
Crime|Europe|World

Russia is deliberately attacking civilians in southern Ukraine with drones, residents say

Russia is deliberately attacking civilians in southern Ukraine with drones, residents say

Russia is deliberately attacking civilians in southern Ukraine with drones, residents say
Americas|World

Tropical Storm Oscar disintegrates en route to the Bahamas after killing 7 people in Cuba

Tropical Storm Oscar has disintegrated as it heads toward the Bahamas after making landfall in Cuba as a Category 1 hurricane, killing at least seven people

Tropical Storm Oscar disintegrates en route to the Bahamas after killing 7 people in Cuba
Europe|World

Ukraine's population has fallen by 10 million since Russia's invasion, UN says

Ukraine's population has declined by 10 million, or around a quarter, since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion as a result of refugees leaving, collapsing

Ukraine's population has fallen by 10 million since Russia's invasion, UN says
Europe|Health|Science|World

Germany identifies its first case of new mpox variant

Germany has detected its first case of the new mpox variant, the Robert Koch Institute for public health said on Tuesday, adding that it viewed the risk to the wider population as

Germany identifies its first case of new mpox variant
Health|MidEast|World

UN agency head calls for temporary truce in besieged north Gaza

The U.N.

UN agency head calls for temporary truce in besieged north Gaza
Asia|World

South Korea warns it can send arms to Ukraine after reports of North's troops in Russia

South Korea warns it could consider supplying weapons to Ukraine in response to North Korea allegedly dispatching troops to Russia

South Korea warns it can send arms to Ukraine after reports of North's troops in Russia
Asia|Food|World

Preparing for a Chinese blockade, Taiwan maps out wartime food plans

Taiwan's government offered rare details on Tuesday of its wartime food plan, saying it is taking monthly inventories of crucial supplies like rice

Preparing for a Chinese blockade, Taiwan maps out wartime food plans
US|World

US pressures India for quick accountability in Sikh separatist murder plot

U.S. officials have told their Indian counterparts they want a speedy result and more accountability after their investigation into Indian involvement in a

US pressures India for quick accountability in Sikh separatist murder plot
Economy|US|World

European firms exposed to China at most risk from Trump presidency, Norway fund official says

European companies that deal closely with China would be most negatively affected by a Republican victory at the upcoming U.S. election given Donald Trump has said he

European firms exposed to China at most risk from Trump presidency, Norway fund official says
Asia|Sports|World

Italian surfer dies after being impaled by fish off the coast of Indonesia

Italian surfer dies after being impaled by fish off the coast of Indonesia

Italian surfer dies after being impaled by fish off the coast of Indonesia
Economy|MidEast|World

War has knocked Gaza back to the 1950s, UNDP says

The war between Israel and Hamas has devastated the Palestinian economy and left nearly all of Gaza's population in poverty, with quality of life indicators such as

War has knocked Gaza back to the 1950s, UNDP says
Asia|Economy|Europe|World

Putin hosts Global South leaders at BRICS summit meant to counterbalance Western clout

China’s Xi Jinping, India’s Narendra Modi and other global leaders have arrived in the Russian city of Kazan for a summit of the BRICS bloc of developing economies

Putin hosts Global South leaders at BRICS summit meant to counterbalance Western clout
Travel|World

Woman wedged upside down between rocks for 7 hours after trying to retrieve her phone

An Australian woman tried to grab her lost phone between boulders and became stuck upside down for seven hours before being rescued.

Woman wedged upside down between rocks for 7 hours after trying to retrieve her phone
Asia|World

Vatican and China extend deal over Catholic bishop appointments

The decision by the Vatican and China on Tuesday to extend an accord on the appointment of Catholic bishops in the communist country for four years indicates

Vatican and China extend deal over Catholic bishop appointments
MidEast|Political|US|World

Israel says it killed a Hezbollah official expected to become the group's next leader

The Israeli military says one of its airstrikes in early October killed a top Hezbollah official who had been widely expected to become the group’s next leader

Israel says it killed a Hezbollah official expected to become the group's next leader
Asia|Economy|World

China confirms pact to resolve border conflict with India

China confirmed on Tuesday it had reached a deal with India over their disputed frontier, without elaborating on whether the pact covered the length of the border or just points

China confirms pact to resolve border conflict with India
Asia|Crime|Environment|World

India, Pakistan arrest farmers for burning crop waste as pollution rises

At least 16 farmers have been arrested in India's northern state of Haryana for illegally burning paddy stubble to clear fields, a practice that

India, Pakistan arrest farmers for burning crop waste as pollution rises
Europe|Political|US|World

Italy's low defence spending could cramp Meloni's style if Trump wins US vote

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni carefully courted Donald Trump when he was U.S. president and could be well-placed to serve as a bridge

Italy's low defence spending could cramp Meloni's style if Trump wins US vote
Crime|Opinion|World

She survived the October 7 terror attack. A year later, she took her life. Her family blames the state for not helping.

She survived the October 7 terror attack. A year later, she took her life. Her family blames the state for not helping.

She survived the October 7 terror attack. A year later, she took her life. Her family blames the state for not helping.
Asia|Crime|Health|Lifestyle|World

2 transgender women stabbed to death at home in northwest Pakistan

Police say two men armed with daggers killed two transgender women at their home in conservative northwest Pakistan overnight before fleeing the scene

2 transgender women stabbed to death at home in northwest Pakistan
Australia|Health|World

King Charles visits melanoma clinic in Sydney and meets cancer survivors

King Charles visited a skin cancer clinic in Sydney on Tuesday where he met cancer survivors and researchers working on cures for the disease.

King Charles visits melanoma clinic in Sydney and meets cancer survivors
MidEast|World

Middle East latest: Israel says it killed a Hezbollah official expected to be group's next head

The Israeli military says a top Hezbollah official who was widely expected to be the group’s next leader was killed in an Israeli airstrike in southern Beirut in early October

Middle East latest: Israel says it killed a Hezbollah official expected to be group's next head
Environment|Travel|World

Samoan coast where King Charles will visit worries about the future after ship damaged reef

People who live in villages along the Samoan coastline where a New Zealand navy ship ran aground, caught fire and sank this month are worried about their livelihoods and the future of tourism and fishing in the area as they prepare for the arrival of Britain's King Charles III on Wednesday

Samoan coast where King Charles will visit worries about the future after ship damaged reef
Asia|World

Son of Singapore's founder says he is now political refugee as family spat snowballs

Lee Hsien Yang, the youngest son of the late founder of modern Singapore Lee Kuan Yew, said on Tuesday he is now a political refugee, in the latest twist in a high-

Son of Singapore's founder says he is now political refugee as family spat snowballs
Asia|Health|World

China unveils first diagnosis guidelines to battle escalating obesity crisis

China's National Health Commission (NHC) published its first set of guidelines to standardise the diagnosis and treatment of obesity, with more than half of China's adults

China unveils first diagnosis guidelines to battle escalating obesity crisis
Europe|Political|World

Georgia's shark-owning billionaire tells voters: Don't risk war with Russia

Georgia's saviour. Russia's stooge. Philanthropist. Oligarch. Bidzina Ivanishvili has been called all these things, and more.

Georgia's shark-owning billionaire tells voters: Don't risk war with Russia
MidEast|World

Sirens sounded in central Israel after a projectile crossed from Lebanon, Israeli army says

Sirens sounded in central Israel as a projectile was identified crossing from Lebanon and falling into open ground, the army said on Tuesday.

Sirens sounded in central Israel after a projectile crossed from Lebanon, Israeli army says
Americas|Lifestyle|Travel|World

In annual religious pilgrimage, Panamanians crawl to reach the Black Christ of Portobelo

At dawn, pilgrims like Ernesto Troya undertook the hardest stretch of their journey to reach the image of the Black Christ of Portobelo in Panama

In annual religious pilgrimage, Panamanians crawl to reach the Black Christ of Portobelo
Asia|World

China holds live-fire drills opposite Taiwan, a week after large-scale exercise

China is holding live-fire drills off the coast of its southern Fujian province that faces Taiwan

China holds live-fire drills opposite Taiwan, a week after large-scale exercise
Australia|World

King Charles III ends first Australian visit by a reigning British monarch in 13 years

King Charles III is ending the first visit to Australia by a reigning British monarch in 13 years with anti-monarchists hoping the debate surrounding his journey is a step toward an Australian citizen becoming head of state

King Charles III ends first Australian visit by a reigning British monarch in 13 years
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|World

Qatar's emir heads to Berlin for talks aimed at boosting economic ties

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz will host Qatar's Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, at a baroque palace just north of Berlin on Tuesday for talks aimed at

Qatar's emir heads to Berlin for talks aimed at boosting economic ties
Asia|World

Taiwan says live fire China drills may be part of a 'deterrence' effect

Taiwan's defence ministry said on Tuesday that live fire Chinese drills in a province facing the island are part of routine annual drills but also possibly part of China's "

Taiwan says live fire China drills may be part of a 'deterrence' effect
Asia|Science|World

South Korea team showcases drone that serves as 'flying shopping cart'

South Korean researchers have developed a transport drone flying on multiple flexible rotors that self-correct to stay level in flight and can be used as a "flying

South Korea team showcases drone that serves as 'flying shopping cart'
Asia|Health|World

A million children in Pakistan miss polio vaccine shots as cases spike

A million children in Pakistan miss polio vaccine shots as cases spike

A million children in Pakistan miss polio vaccine shots as cases spike
Arts|Australia|World

Here's why every Australian can request, and receive, a free portrait of King Charles

Photo portraits of King Charles are available in Australia under a little-known government policy that says every citizen there can request, and receive, a portrait of their monarch

Here's why every Australian can request, and receive, a free portrait of King Charles
Africa|Election|US|World

US urges probe into killings of two Mozambique opposition figures

The U.S. government on Monday condemned the weekend killings by gunmen of two Mozambique opposition figures ahead of protests against a disputed election

US urges probe into killings of two Mozambique opposition figures
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine blasts U.N.'s Guterres over invitation to BRICS summit in Russia

Ukraine's Foreign Ministry blasted U.N.

Ukraine blasts U.N.'s Guterres over invitation to BRICS summit in Russia
Economy|Europe|Finance|US|World

Britain to pay $2.9 billion into G7 loan for Ukraine to buy weapons

Britain will lend Ukraine 2.26 billion pounds ($2.94 billion) as part of a much larger planned loan from the Group of Seven nations backed by frozen Russian

Britain to pay $2.9 billion into G7 loan for Ukraine to buy weapons
Americas|Business|Crime|Political|World

Peru ex-President Toledo convicted of bribe-taking, sentenced to 20 years in prison

Peruvian former President Alejandro Toledo was convicted of taking bribes from Brazilian construction giant Odebrecht and sentenced to 20 years and six months in prison

Peru ex-President Toledo convicted of bribe-taking, sentenced to 20 years in prison
Business|Economy|US|World

Researcher identifies enslaved people she believes are buried at planned Louisiana plastics complex

A genealogist spent years scouring historical records to trace the lives and establish the identities of enslaved people she believes are buried on the grounds of Taiwan-based Formosa Plastics Group's $9.4 billion facility in southeast Louisiana

Researcher identifies enslaved people she believes are buried at planned Louisiana plastics complex
Americas|Crime|World

Hundreds mourn Catholic priest and Indigenous peace activist killed in southern Mexico

Hundreds of people have turned out to mourn Catholic priest Marcelo Pérez, an activist for Indigenous peoples and farm laborers who was killed in the southern Mexico state of Chiapas

Hundreds mourn Catholic priest and Indigenous peace activist killed in southern Mexico
Travel|World

A New Zealand airport wants you to hug goodbye faster

Travelers leaving the New Zealand city of Dunedin will have to keep their emotional farewells brief after a new three-minute time limit was imposed on goodbye hugs in the airport’s drop-off area in order to prevent lingering cuddles from causing traffic jams

A New Zealand airport wants you to hug goodbye faster
MidEast|Political|World

Blinken heads to Middle East with hopes receding for a quick diplomatic breakthrough following Sinwar’s death

Blinken heads to Middle East with hopes receding for a quick diplomatic breakthrough following Sinwar’s death

Blinken heads to Middle East with hopes receding for a quick diplomatic breakthrough following Sinwar’s death
Americas|Celebrity|Entertainment|World

Initial report shows Liam Payne had cocaine in his system when he died, says Argentine official

An initial toxicology report for ex-One Direction singer Liam Payne, who died last week after falling from a third-floor hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, shows that he had cocaine in his system after his death, an Argentine official said

Initial report shows Liam Payne had cocaine in his system when he died, says Argentine official
Technology|US|World

Senators seek Biden administration review of undersea cable vulnerabilities

A bipartisan group of eight U.S. senators on Monday urged President Joe Biden to order a review of the security of the global network of undersea communications cables

Senators seek Biden administration review of undersea cable vulnerabilities
Opinion|Political|US|World

Fact check: Trump repeats debunked lies about FEMA’s hurricane response during North Carolina visit

Fact check: Trump repeats debunked lies about FEMA’s hurricane response during North Carolina visit

Fact check: Trump repeats debunked lies about FEMA’s hurricane response during North Carolina visit
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine foreign minister calls for support to stop Russian strikes on its Black Sea ports

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said on Monday he and Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan had discussed safe navigation for shipping in the Black Sea.

Ukraine foreign minister calls for support to stop Russian strikes on its Black Sea ports
Crime|MidEast|US|World

Two Navy pilots killed in jet crash had recently returned from Middle East deployment

Two Navy pilots killed in jet crash had recently returned from Middle East deployment

Two Navy pilots killed in jet crash had recently returned from Middle East deployment
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Modi tells Putin that India wants peace in Ukraine

India's Narendra Modi told Russian President Vladimir Putin on the eve of the BRICS summit that he wanted peace in Ukraine and that

Modi tells Putin that India wants peace in Ukraine
Food|MidEast|World

Top UN officials to Netanyahu: Help us ease civilian suffering

The heads of the United Nations World Food Programme and U.N. children's agency UNICEF have privately appealed to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for

Top UN officials to Netanyahu: Help us ease civilian suffering
MidEast|Political|US|World

Initial investigation into US intelligence leak on Israeli attack planning focusing on who had access to documents

Initial investigation into US intelligence leak on Israeli attack planning focusing on who had access to documents

Initial investigation into US intelligence leak on Israeli attack planning focusing on who had access to documents
US|World

Iran tells UN: Biden has signaled US approval, support for attack on Iran

U.S.

Iran tells UN: Biden has signaled US approval, support for attack on Iran
Political|US|World

US consults allies about North Korea troops in Ukraine

It would be a "dangerous and highly concerning development" if North Korea was sending troops to help Russia in Ukraine, the United States said on Monday as

US consults allies about North Korea troops in Ukraine
Economy|Finance|US|World

Zelenskiy says US preparing aid package to finance production of Ukrainian drones

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Monday the United States was preparing an aid package worth $800 million to finance production of Ukrainian drones.

Zelenskiy says US preparing aid package to finance production of Ukrainian drones
Crime|World

'He didn't deserve this': Family members recount moments groom was killed on his wedding night

'He didn't deserve this': Family members recount moments groom was killed on his wedding night

'He didn't deserve this': Family members recount moments groom was killed on his wedding night
Business|Celebrity|Entertainment|Finance|Technology|World

Rupert Murdoch’s news outlets sue Perplexity AI for allegedly engaging in ‘massive freeriding’

Rupert Murdoch’s news outlets sue Perplexity AI for allegedly engaging in ‘massive freeriding’

Rupert Murdoch’s news outlets sue Perplexity AI for allegedly engaging in ‘massive freeriding’
Business|Economy|Sports|World

Women soccer players call on FIFA to cut ties with Saudi oil giant Aramco

Women soccer players call on FIFA to cut ties with Saudi oil giant Aramco

Women soccer players call on FIFA to cut ties with Saudi oil giant Aramco
Economy|Finance|MidEast|World

What is the Hezbollah-linked financial institution Israel is targeting in Lebanon?

The Israeli military has carried out a wave of airstrikes targeting branches of a financial institution affiliated with Lebanon’s Hezbollah, saying the quasi-banking system is being used to fund the militant group’s military wing

What is the Hezbollah-linked financial institution Israel is targeting in Lebanon?
Economy|Europe|World

The EU and Moldova share a common future, says EU chief diplomat

The European Union remains committed to continue supporting Moldova's democratic development, reforms and economic growth as well as strengthening its resilience on its path

The EU and Moldova share a common future, says EU chief diplomat
Africa|Health|World

Cameroon's 91-year-old President Biya returns home

Cameroon's 91-year-old president, Paul Biya, returned to the country on Monday after a 42-day absence that had sparked questions about his health and

Cameroon's 91-year-old President Biya returns home
Africa|Crime|MidEast|World

Russia investigates the claimed shoot-down of a cargo jet in Sudan's Darfur region

Russia says it is investigating the claimed shoot-down of a cargo jet by Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces in Darfur

Russia investigates the claimed shoot-down of a cargo jet in Sudan's Darfur region
MidEast|Political|US|World

US investigating IDF unit over human rights allegations, Axios reports

The United States has launched a review of an Israel Defense Forces unit that could have implications on U.S. assistance to Israel, Axios reported on Monday, citing two Israeli

US investigating IDF unit over human rights allegations, Axios reports
Americas|World

Most of Havana back online as Cuba works to revive power grid

Cuba's power-grid operator said it had restored electricity to most of the capital Havana on Monday even as Tropical Storm Oscar lashed the

Most of Havana back online as Cuba works to revive power grid
Political|US|World

Biden is 'deeply concerned' about the release of secret documents on Israel's possible attack plans

White House national security spokesman John Kirby says President Joe Biden is “deeply concerned" about the unauthorized release of classified documents on Israel’s preparation for a potential retaliatory attack on Iran

Biden is 'deeply concerned' about the release of secret documents on Israel's possible attack plans
Americas|World

Brazil's Lula says head injury 'serious,' with update from doctors in coming days

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said the head injury he suffered from a fall at home over the weekend was "serious" and that doctors expect to have a clear view on

Brazil's Lula says head injury 'serious,' with update from doctors in coming days
MidEast|World

On the edge of Gaza, Israeli settlers want back in

Jewish settlers, including ministers in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's cabinet, gathered on the border of Gaza on Monday

On the edge of Gaza, Israeli settlers want back in
Environment|Science|World

Climate scientists warn Nordic ministers of changing Atlantic Ocean current

More than 40 climate scientists are urging Nordic ministers to prevent global warming from causing a major change in an Atlantic Ocean current, which could trigger abrupt shifts

Climate scientists warn Nordic ministers of changing Atlantic Ocean current
Political|World

Putin to end BRICS summit with news conference on Thursday, aide says

Russian President Vladimir Putin will hold a news conference following the BRICS summit Russia is hosting in Kazan on Thursday, Kremlin foreign policy aide Yuri Ushakov said on

Putin to end BRICS summit with news conference on Thursday, aide says
Crime|Europe|World

UK police officer cleared of murder of Black man

A British police officer was acquitted on Monday of the murder of a Black man he shot dead in London two years ago, an incident that led to large protests and anger

UK police officer cleared of murder of Black man
Americas|Crime|World

Venezuela arrests former oil minister Tellechea

Venezuelan authorities have arrested former industry and oil minister Pedro Tellechea, Attorney General Tarek Saab said on Monday, the latest high-profile detention connected to

Venezuela arrests former oil minister Tellechea
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Albanian ex-president Meta held on corruption charges

Former Albanian President Ilir Meta has been detained by police over corruption allegations, his lawyer said on Monday, calling the arrest politically motivated.

Albanian ex-president Meta held on corruption charges
Crime|MidEast|World

Two killed in missile attack on car in Syrian capital, state media say

At least two people were killed and three others injured on Monday in an apparent guided missile attack on a car in the Mazzeh area of Damascus, Syrian state television said, quoting a

Two killed in missile attack on car in Syrian capital, state media say
Europe|World

Britain says slavery reparations not on its agenda at Commonwealth summit

Britain will not bring the issue of reparations for historical transatlantic slavery to the table at a meeting of Commonwealth nations that

Britain says slavery reparations not on its agenda at Commonwealth summit
Crime|MidEast|World

Israel busts spy ring acting for Iran, security services say

Israel's security services have broken up a spy ring that was gathering information on behalf of Iranian intelligence in the latest attempt by Tehran to recruit

Israel busts spy ring acting for Iran, security services say
US|World

New Mexico authorities rescue hundreds after flooding strands many in high water and leaves 2 dead

Authorities in New Mexico have rescued hundreds of people in the Roswell area after record rainfall produced severe flooding over the weekend

New Mexico authorities rescue hundreds after flooding strands many in high water and leaves 2 dead
Europe|Political|World

Italy adopts decree to overrule court objections on Albanian migrant camps

Italy's government on Monday passed a decree aimed at overcoming court objections to its flagship immigration plan that is aimed at deterring boat migrants by sending

Italy adopts decree to overrule court objections on Albanian migrant camps
Europe|World

Slovakia, Hungary and Serbia to discuss ways to curb illegal migration

The leaders of Slovakia, Hungary and Serbia will meet on Tuesday to discuss protecting the European Union's borders against illegal migration, including through new solutions, the Slovak

Slovakia, Hungary and Serbia to discuss ways to curb illegal migration
US|World

Presidential election could help decide fate of the 70,000 Afghans living temporarily in the US

While the US admitted about 70,000 Afghans into the country on an emergency basis in 2021, the measure is temporary, and these people remain in legal limbo.

Presidential election could help decide fate of the 70,000 Afghans living temporarily in the US
Asia|US|World

US missile deployment to Philippines 'incredibly important' for combat readiness, US general says

A US Army general says the deployment by the US military of a mid-range missile system in the northern Philippines was “incredibly important” and allowed American and Filipino forces to jointly train for the potential usage of such heavy weaponry in conditions in an Asian tropical archipelago

US missile deployment to Philippines 'incredibly important' for combat readiness, US general says
MidEast|World

UN agency says Israel still preventing aid from reaching northern Gaza

Israeli authorities are still preventing humanitarian missions from reaching areas of northern Gaza with critical supplies including medicine and food for people under siege, the head

UN agency says Israel still preventing aid from reaching northern Gaza
Americas|Crime|World

Police in Haiti battle a gang coalition trying to seize control of the entire capital

Police in Haiti are clashing with gunmen trying to take over one of the few communities in the capital, Port-au-Prince, that is not controlled by gangs

Police in Haiti battle a gang coalition trying to seize control of the entire capital
Asia|Political|World

China urges Japan to maintain 'mutually cooperative, non-threatening' ties, says Wang Yi

China hopes Japan will work with it to maintain a "mutually cooperative and non-threatening" positioning between the two countries, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi told Japan's

China urges Japan to maintain 'mutually cooperative, non-threatening' ties, says Wang Yi
Crime|World

UK-based dissident can sue Saudi Arabia for alleged spyware, court rules

A prominent Saudi dissident who accuses Saudi Arabia of targeting him with spyware can sue the kingdom in London, his lawyers said on Monday.

UK-based dissident can sue Saudi Arabia for alleged spyware, court rules
US|World

Video shows rescue of teen lost at sea for over 11 hours

17-year-old Kahiau Kawai was rescued after being stranded in the ocean for over 11 hours when his kayak capsized. CNN affiliate KGMG reports.

Video shows rescue of teen lost at sea for over 11 hours
Political|US|World

Envoy Hochstein says US working with Lebanon and Israel to end conflict for good

U.S. special envoy Amos Hochstein said on Monday in Beirut that the United States was working on a formula to end the conflict between Israel and Lebanese armed group Hezbollah for

Envoy Hochstein says US working with Lebanon and Israel to end conflict for good
Election|Europe|Political|World

EU slams 'unprecedented interference' by Russia in Moldova referendum

Moldova's referendum on joining the European Union took place amid "unprecedented interference" by Russia and its proxies, an EU spokesperson said on Monday.

EU slams 'unprecedented interference' by Russia in Moldova referendum
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

UAE president tells Putin: we are ready to help resolve Ukraine crisis

United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan told Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday that he was ready to support efforts to find peace in Ukraine.

UAE president tells Putin: we are ready to help resolve Ukraine crisis
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Mozambique police clash with opposition protesters after disputed election

Mozambique police on Monday fired teargas and bullets at protesters in the capital Maputo who had gathered at the scene where two opposition party figures were shot dead on Saturday

Mozambique police clash with opposition protesters after disputed election
Europe|MidEast|World

Fethullah Gulen, Turkish cleric once blamed for failed coup attempt, dies at 83

Fethullah Gulen, Turkish cleric once blamed for failed coup attempt, dies at 83

Fethullah Gulen, Turkish cleric once blamed for failed coup attempt, dies at 83
Europe|World

Germany inaugurates Baltic Sea naval HQ amid rising tensions with Moscow

Germany inaugurated on Monday a new multinational naval headquarters for the Baltic Sea capable of leading operations for NATO during a conflict, as the military alliance increases

Germany inaugurates Baltic Sea naval HQ amid rising tensions with Moscow
MidEast|Political|World

Blinken heads to the Middle East for the 11th time since the Gaza war, but truce prospects uncertain

Secretary of State Antony Blinken is heading again to the Middle East, making his 11th trip to the region since the Gaza war erupted last year and as Israel steps up attacks against Hezbollah in Lebanon

Blinken heads to the Middle East for the 11th time since the Gaza war, but truce prospects uncertain
Europe|Opinion|Political|World

Moldova backs joining EU by razor-thin margin as president condemns ‘assault’ on democracy

Moldova backs joining EU by razor-thin margin as president condemns ‘assault’ on democracy

Moldova backs joining EU by razor-thin margin as president condemns ‘assault’ on democracy
US|World

Blinken heads to the Middle East as U.S. looks to kick start Gaza ceasefire talks

U.S.

Blinken heads to the Middle East as U.S. looks to kick start Gaza ceasefire talks
Asia|World

Pakistan empowers parliament to pick country's top judge

Pakistan approved changes to the constitution on Monday, which included empowering parliament to pick the Supreme Court's chief justice, drawing criticism from opposition parties

Pakistan empowers parliament to pick country's top judge
Crime|Health|MidEast|World

‘He got out of Gaza, but Gaza did not get out of him’: Israeli soldiers returning from war struggle with trauma and suicide

‘He got out of Gaza, but Gaza did not get out of him’: Israeli soldiers returning from war struggle with trauma and suicide

‘He got out of Gaza, but Gaza did not get out of him’: Israeli soldiers returning from war struggle with trauma and suicide
Sports|Travel|World

‘Maybe, they won’t doubt the next woman’: American cyclist Lael Wilcox on her 18,000-mile world record

‘Maybe, they won’t doubt the next woman’: American cyclist Lael Wilcox on her 18,000-mile world record

‘Maybe, they won’t doubt the next woman’: American cyclist Lael Wilcox on her 18,000-mile world record
Political|World

Vietnam parliament elects army general as state president

Vietnam's parliament elected on Monday army general Luong Cuong as the new state president in a widely anticipated move that is expected to bring some

Vietnam parliament elects army general as state president
MidEast|World

Israel says more strikes are coming against a Hezbollah-run financial institution

Israel says it is planning to carry out more strikes in Lebanon against a Hezbollah-run financial institution that it targeted the night before

Israel says more strikes are coming against a Hezbollah-run financial institution
Asia|Political|World

India, China reach pact to resolve border conflict, Indian foreign minister says

India and China have reached a deal on patrolling their disputed frontier to end a four-year military stand-off, the

India, China reach pact to resolve border conflict, Indian foreign minister says
MidEast|US|World

Self-exiled Turkish spiritual leader Fethullah Gülen dies in the US

Fethullah Gülen, a reclusive U.S.-based Islamic cleric who inspired a global social movement while facing accusations he masterminded a failed 2016 coup in his native Turkey, has died

Self-exiled Turkish spiritual leader Fethullah Gülen dies in the US
Asia|World

South Korea calls for immediate withdrawal of North Korean troops allegedly in Russia

South Korea has summoned the Russian ambassador to demand the immediate pullout of North Korean troops allegedly deployed in Russia

South Korea calls for immediate withdrawal of North Korean troops allegedly in Russia
MidEast|World

Middle East latest: Israel apologizes for strike that killed 3 Lebanese soldiers

The Israeli military has apologized for a strike that killed three Lebanese soldiers in southern Lebanon, saying it is not battling the country’s military and its troops believed they were targeting a vehicle belonging to the Hezbollah militant group

Middle East latest: Israel apologizes for strike that killed 3 Lebanese soldiers
Political|World

Iran complains to UN nuclear watchdog about Israeli threats to its atomic sites, spokesman says

Iran has written to the U.N. nuclear watchdog to complain about Israeli threats to strike its atomic energy sites, its foreign ministry spokesman said at a weekly news conference on

Iran complains to UN nuclear watchdog about Israeli threats to its atomic sites, spokesman says
Europe|World

Australian lawmaker confronts British royals: ‘You are not my king’

Australian lawmaker confronts British royals: ‘You are not my king’

Australian lawmaker confronts British royals: ‘You are not my king’
Europe|Political|World

Yulia Navalnaya says she'll return to Russia one day to run for president, BBC reports

Yulia Navalnaya, the wife of late Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, said that she would one day return to Russia and run for president when Kremlin chief Vladimir Putin is

Yulia Navalnaya says she'll return to Russia one day to run for president, BBC reports
Political|World

NATO's Rutte: North Korea sending troops to Ukraine would escalate conflict

If North Korea were to send troops to Ukraine to fight on Russia's behalf it would significantly escalate the conflict, NATO Chief Mark Rutte said on social media platform X on

NATO's Rutte: North Korea sending troops to Ukraine would escalate conflict
Political|US|World

US defense chief promises Ukraine what it needs to fight Russia but goes no further

U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin says the United States will get Ukraine what it needs to fight its war with Russia

US defense chief promises Ukraine what it needs to fight Russia but goes no further
Asia|Election|World

What to expect from Japan's Oct 27 election

Japan's general election on Sunday will be a test for new prime minister Shigeru Ishiba, who is seeking to solidify his position atop a scandal-plagued party.

What to expect from Japan's Oct 27 election
Americas|Environment|World

Tropical Storm Oscar heads toward the Bahamas after dumping rains on eastern Cuba

Tropical Storm Oscar is heading toward the Bahamas after dumping heavy rain across eastern Cuba

Tropical Storm Oscar heads toward the Bahamas after dumping rains on eastern Cuba
Election|Political|US|World

Defense Secretary Austin visits Ukraine amid Russian gains and ahead of imminent US election

Defense Secretary Austin visits Ukraine amid Russian gains and ahead of imminent US election

Defense Secretary Austin visits Ukraine amid Russian gains and ahead of imminent US election
Business|Political|Technology|US|World

US says THAAD anti-missile system is 'in place' in Israel

The U.S. military has rushed its advanced anti-missile system to Israel and it is now "in place", Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said.

US says THAAD anti-missile system is 'in place' in Israel
Health|World

Polio is rising in Pakistan ahead of a new vaccination campaign

Polio cases are rising ahead of a new vaccination campaign in Pakistan, where violence targeting health workers and the police protecting them has hampered years of efforts toward making the country polio-free

Polio is rising in Pakistan ahead of a new vaccination campaign
Americas|World

What's on the agenda at the COP16 nature summit in Colombia?

During this month's U.N.

What's on the agenda at the COP16 nature summit in Colombia?
Environment|Science|World

World lags on 2030 nature goals headed into UN COP16 talks

The world in 2022 reached its most ambitious deal ever to halt the destruction of nature by decade's end.

World lags on 2030 nature goals headed into UN COP16 talks
Europe|World

Gulen, the powerful cleric accused of orchestrating a Turkish coup, dies

The U.S.-based cleric Fethullah Gulen, who built a powerful Islamic movement in Turkey and beyond but spent his later years mired in accusations of orchestrating an

Gulen, the powerful cleric accused of orchestrating a Turkish coup, dies
Economy|World

Focus on gender inequity as Commonwealth summit begins in Samoa

A meeting of Commonwealth countries began in Samoa on Monday with a focus on the income inequity, violence and structural discrimination faced by women, described by

Focus on gender inequity as Commonwealth summit begins in Samoa
US|World

Pentagon chief visits Ukraine in show of support ahead of US election

U.S.

Pentagon chief visits Ukraine in show of support ahead of US election
Asia|Political|World

South Korea summons Russian envoy to protest North Korea troop dispatch

South Korea's foreign ministry summoned the Russian ambassador in Seoul on Monday to protest over what it has called the sending of North Korean troops

South Korea summons Russian envoy to protest North Korea troop dispatch
Americas|World

Cuba fights to come back from a nationwide blackout, then a storm that killed six

A small town in far eastern Cuba is recovering from flooding that killed at least six people after Hurricane Oscar crossed the island’s eastern coast as a tropical storm with winds and heavy rain

Cuba fights to come back from a nationwide blackout, then a storm that killed six
Asia|Crime|World

Gunmen kill 7 people working on a strategic tunnel project in Indian-controlled Kashmir

Indian police say that gunmen killed at least seven people working on a strategic tunnel project in Indian-controlled Kashmir and injured at least five others

Gunmen kill 7 people working on a strategic tunnel project in Indian-controlled Kashmir
Political|World

Israel's wars are expensive. Paying the bill could force tough choices

On top of the grievous toll in human life and misery, Israel’s war against the Hamas and Hezbollah militant groups has been expensive

Israel's wars are expensive. Paying the bill could force tough choices
Crime|Europe|US|World

Russia hits Kyiv with drone attacks for second night in a row, Ukraine says

Russia attacked the Ukrainian capital Kyiv with several waves of drones for the second night in a row, damaging residential buildings and injuring at least one civilian, Ukrainian

Russia hits Kyiv with drone attacks for second night in a row, Ukraine says
Political|World

Putin hosts a summit to show the West it can't keep Russia off the global stage

Russian President Vladimir Putin will be shaking hands this week with multiple world leaders, including those from China, India, Turkey and Iran

Putin hosts a summit to show the West it can't keep Russia off the global stage
Political|US|World

In Nevada, immigration is a nuanced issue. But the politics of it is painted in black and white

Immigrants, as well as those who work closely with them, say both sides’ efforts to crack down on the border have clouded the larger immigration issue in ways often too nuanced to break down cleanly along ideological lines

In Nevada, immigration is a nuanced issue. But the politics of it is painted in black and white
Europe|Political|World

Moldova's Sandu secures knife-edge EU vote win after 'unfair fight'

President Maia Sandu said on Monday Moldovans had won a "first battle in a difficult fight" for their future, a day after a slim majority of

Moldova's Sandu secures knife-edge EU vote win after 'unfair fight'
Economy|Finance|World

As poor nations' default wave peaks, cash shortage could take its place

The punishing post-COVID wave of sovereign defaults has finally crested, with the likes of Ghana, Sri Lanka and Zambia concluding years of

As poor nations' default wave peaks, cash shortage could take its place
MidEast|Political|US|World

Israel gives the US its demands for ending war in Lebanon, Axios reports

Israel gave the United States a document last week with its conditions for a diplomatic solution to end the war in Lebanon, Axios reported on Sunday, citing two U.S. officials and two

Israel gives the US its demands for ending war in Lebanon, Axios reports
Asia|Crime|World

Militants kill seven, including six migrant workers, in India's Kashmir

At least six migrant workers and a doctor were shot dead in India's Kashmir region on Sunday night when militants opened fire near a tunnel construction site,

Militants kill seven, including six migrant workers, in India's Kashmir
Australia|World

'You are not my king,' Indigenous Australian senator yells at visiting King Charles

An Indigenous senator told King Charles III that Australia is not his land as the British royal visited Australia’s parliament

'You are not my king,' Indigenous Australian senator yells at visiting King Charles
Asia|Election|World

Indonesia's Prabowo plans military academy retreat for new cabinet

Indonesia's new President Prabowo Subianto will take his cabinet members on a three-day retreat at a military academy nestled in a Javanese

Indonesia's Prabowo plans military academy retreat for new cabinet
Political|World

Key ministers of Indonesia's President Prabowo

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto's new cabinet consists of a mix of professional and political appointees with some names remaining on the job after serving for Prabowo's

Key ministers of Indonesia's President Prabowo
Asia|Political|World

Indonesia's Prabowo swears in cabinet of over 100 ministers, deputies

Indonesia's newly minted leader, President Prabowo Subianto, officially swore in his cabinet on Monday, a team that analysts said

Indonesia's Prabowo swears in cabinet of over 100 ministers, deputies
Environment|World

Environmental delegates gather in Colombia for a conference on dwindling global biodiversity

As the world grapples with plummeting levels of biodiversity, Colombia is hosting two weeks of meetings for the United Nations Biodiversity Conference

Environmental delegates gather in Colombia for a conference on dwindling global biodiversity
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Australia's Qantas told to pay $114,000 to 3 sacked workers in landmark outsourcing case

A court on Monday ordered Australia's Qantas Airways to pay a combined A$170,000 ($114,000) to three baggage handlers it unlawfully sacked in 2020, implying a big

Australia's Qantas told to pay $114,000 to 3 sacked workers in landmark outsourcing case
US|World

US, Canadian navies sail through Taiwan Strait week after war games

A U.S. and a Canadian warship sailed through the sensitive Taiwan Strait together on Sunday, less than a week after China conducted a new round of war games around the island, with

US, Canadian navies sail through Taiwan Strait week after war games
Australia|Travel|World

King Charles heckled by Indigenous Australian senator on visit to Canberra

King Charles was accused of "genocide" by an Indigenous senator at Australia's Parliament House on Monday, moments after he delivered a speech in which he paid his "respects to

King Charles heckled by Indigenous Australian senator on visit to Canberra
Crime|US|World

Two missing Navy aviators declared dead days after aircraft crash in Washington state

Two missing Navy aviators declared dead days after aircraft crash in Washington state

Two missing Navy aviators declared dead days after aircraft crash in Washington state
Crime|Political|World

Expelled Indian high commissioner denies involvement in murder of Sikh leader in Canada

India’s high commissioner to Canada has denied any involvement in the murder of a Canadian Sikh leader who was killed in British Columbia last year even though the Canadian government has named him as a person of interest in the assassination

Expelled Indian high commissioner denies involvement in murder of Sikh leader in Canada
Environment|US|World

At least 2 dead and hundreds rescued in severe New Mexico flash flooding

At least 2 dead and hundreds rescued in severe New Mexico flash flooding

At least 2 dead and hundreds rescued in severe New Mexico flash flooding
Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy seeks strong reaction to North Korean involvement in war

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Sunday he was seeking a strong reaction from countries who have acknowledged that North Korea is becoming more involved in Russia's more than 2-1/2-

Ukraine's Zelenskiy seeks strong reaction to North Korean involvement in war
Europe|World

Over 230 migrants rescued from boat off Spain's Canary Islands

Over 230 migrants were rescued from one flimsy boat on Sunday in seas off Spain's Canary Islands, coastguards said.

Over 230 migrants rescued from boat off Spain's Canary Islands
US|World

One of the last Navajo Code Talkers from World War II dies at 107

One of the last remaining Navajo Code Talkers who transmitted messages during World War II using the tribe's native language has died

One of the last Navajo Code Talkers from World War II dies at 107
US|World

2 Navy aviators are declared dead after a fighter jet crashed in Washington state

Two crew members who were missing following the crash of a fighter jet in mountainous terrain in Washington state during a routine training flight have been declared dead

2 Navy aviators are declared dead after a fighter jet crashed in Washington state
Americas|Crime|World

Catholic priest and Indigenous activist Pérez killed by 2 gunmen in southern Mexico

Catholic priest Marcelo Pérez has been killed in Mexico

Catholic priest and Indigenous activist Pérez killed by 2 gunmen in southern Mexico
Videos|World

IDF releases video it says shows Hamas leader Sinwar hours before October 7 terror attacks

Israel has released new video footage it says shows Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar underground in Hamas tunnels hours before the October 7, 2023, terror attacks.

IDF releases video it says shows Hamas leader Sinwar hours before October 7 terror attacks
Europe|World

Georgian president delivers pro-EU message at opposition rally as election looms

Georgian President Salome Zourabichvili addressed a crowd of thousands at rally in the capital on Sunday, delivering a strong pro-EU message just days before a

Georgian president delivers pro-EU message at opposition rally as election looms
Europe|World

Whelan says he fed information to Western officials that he received from fellow prisoners fighting in Ukraine

Whelan says he fed information to Western officials that he received from fellow prisoners fighting in Ukraine

Whelan says he fed information to Western officials that he received from fellow prisoners fighting in Ukraine
Economy|Finance|World

President Sisi warns regional troubles may force Egypt to re-evaluate IMF accord

President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi warned on Sunday Egypt may be forced to re-evaluate its $8 billion programme with the IMF if international institutions do not take into account the

President Sisi warns regional troubles may force Egypt to re-evaluate IMF accord
Asia|World

New President Subianto swears in Indonesia's largest Cabinet since 1966, with 109 members

Newly inaugurated President Prabowo Subianto has sworn in Indonesia’s largest Cabinet since 1966, with 109 members representing his pledge for a strong government

New President Subianto swears in Indonesia's largest Cabinet since 1966, with 109 members
Americas|Economy|Health|World

Brazil's Lula cancels BRICS trip after minor brain hemorrhage from fall

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Sunday canceled his trip to Russia for the BRICS summit, following medical advice to temporarily avoid long-haul

Brazil's Lula cancels BRICS trip after minor brain hemorrhage from fall
Economy|Europe|World

Ukraine attacks forced Black Sea Fleet to move warships from Sevastopol, Russian official says

Russia's Black Sea Fleet has been forced to move many warships from the naval base of Sevastopol on the Crimean peninsular, which Russia annexed in 2014, due to attacks by Ukraine,

Ukraine attacks forced Black Sea Fleet to move warships from Sevastopol, Russian official says
Americas|World

Cuban power grid collapses for fourth time as hurricane arrives

Cuban power grid collapses for fourth time as hurricane arrives

Cuban power grid collapses for fourth time as hurricane arrives
Europe|Opinion|World

US writer Anne Applebaum appeals for arms for Ukraine as she accepts German peace prize

The prominent American writer Anne Applebaum has urged continued support for Ukraine with weapons in accepting a prestigious German prize

US writer Anne Applebaum appeals for arms for Ukraine as she accepts German peace prize
Economy|Europe|Travel|World

Thousands protest in Spain's Canary Islands against over tourism

Thousands of people protested in holiday resorts in Spain's Canary Islands on Sunday against over tourism which they say prices local people out of the

Thousands protest in Spain's Canary Islands against over tourism
Americas|World

Cubans struggle as power not fully restored days after blackout and hurricane hits island

Many Cubans are waiting in anguish as electricity on much of the island has yet to be restored days after an island-wide blackout

Cubans struggle as power not fully restored days after blackout and hurricane hits island
Asia|Crime|World

Trudeau has wrecked Canada-India political relations, says expelled envoy

India's envoy to Canada, who is being expelled over what Ottawa says are links to the murder of a Sikh leader, insisted in an interview he was innocent and said Prime Minister Justin

Trudeau has wrecked Canada-India political relations, says expelled envoy
Europe|World

Serbia's Vucic thanks Putin for natural gas supplies

Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said he thanked Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday for helping his country secure sufficient supplies of natural gas for the winter.

Serbia's Vucic thanks Putin for natural gas supplies
Sports|World

New Zealand wins cricket's Women’s T20 World Cup for 1st time with 32-run victory over South Africa

New Zealand has won the Women’s T20 World Cup for the first time

New Zealand wins cricket's Women’s T20 World Cup for 1st time with 32-run victory over South Africa
Africa|Crime|World

Senior Tanzanian opposition party official abducted and seriously injured, party says

Unidentified people abducted, beat and seriously injured a senior Tanzanian opposition party official before dumping her in a forest, her party said on Sunday, a month after

Senior Tanzanian opposition party official abducted and seriously injured, party says
US|World

Start your week smart: US Intel leak, Gaza, Dock collapse, Mississippi shooting, Boeing

Start your week smart: US Intel leak, Gaza, Dock collapse, Mississippi shooting, Boeing

Start your week smart: US Intel leak, Gaza, Dock collapse, Mississippi shooting, Boeing
Africa|Crime|World

Kenya's impeached deputy president says his security withdrawn, safety at risk

Kenya's impeached deputy president, Rigathi Gachagua, said on Sunday his security protection team had been withdrawn and that President William Ruto would be responsible if

Kenya's impeached deputy president says his security withdrawn, safety at risk
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Israel to take legal action against Macron over naval trade show ban

Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz said on Sunday he had ordered his ministry to start legal proceedings against French President Emmanuel Macron after Paris banned Israeli firms from

Israel to take legal action against Macron over naval trade show ban
MidEast|World

Hezbollah says it fires volley of rockets into Israel, Blinken returns seeking ceasefire

Hezbollah said it had fired rockets at two bases near the Israeli city of Tel Aviv and a naval base west of Haifa on Tuesday morning just

Hezbollah says it fires volley of rockets into Israel, Blinken returns seeking ceasefire
Election|World

No clear winner in British Columbia election, with most votes counted

The two main parties contesting an election in the western Canadian province of British Columbia were tied after most votes had been counted, provisional results showed on Sunday,

No clear winner in British Columbia election, with most votes counted
MidEast|World

Israeli forces patrol labyrinth of narrow streets in Gaza

CNN's Matthew Chance reports on the latest in the Israeli military's activity and the suffering across Gaza.

Israeli forces patrol labyrinth of narrow streets in Gaza
MidEast|World

At least 87 killed in Israeli strike on northern Gaza, health ministry says

At least 87 killed in Israeli strike on northern Gaza, health ministry says

At least 87 killed in Israeli strike on northern Gaza, health ministry says
Arts|MidEast|Opinion|World

Yehuda Bauer, prominent Israeli Holocaust scholar, dies at 98

Yehuda Bauer, one of Israel’s foremost Holocaust scholars who shaped the way people around the world study and learn about the Holocaust, has died in Jerusalem

Yehuda Bauer, prominent Israeli Holocaust scholar, dies at 98
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

UN condemns Israeli airstrikes in Gaza's Beit Lahiya

The U.N. peace envoy for the Middle East on Sunday condemned continued attacks on civilians after Israeli airstrikes in Gaza's Beit Lahiya killed dozens late on Saturday.

UN condemns Israeli airstrikes in Gaza's Beit Lahiya
MidEast|World

Gaza health ministry says 87 killed in northern Gaza airstrike

A total of 87 people were killed or missing under the rubble after an Israeli attack on Saturday on northern Gaza's town of Beit Lahiya, with more than 40

Gaza health ministry says 87 killed in northern Gaza airstrike
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine says it struck Russian military airfield, explosives factory

Ukrainian forces attacked infrastructure at a military airfield in Russia's Lipetsk region and an explosives-manufacturing enterprise in the Nizhny Novgorod region, Kyiv's General Staff

Ukraine says it struck Russian military airfield, explosives factory
Asia|World

Floods destroy 1.1 million tons of rice in Bangladesh

Floods in Bangladesh have destroyed an estimated 1.1 million metric tons of rice, according to data from the agriculture ministry, prompting the country to ramp up

Floods destroy 1.1 million tons of rice in Bangladesh
MidEast|World

Israel targets Hezbollah's financial arm and begins striking Beirut

Israel’s military says it is now taking aim at the Lebanon-based Hezbollah’s financial arm and plans to attack a “large number of targets” in Beirut and elsewhere

Israel targets Hezbollah's financial arm and begins striking Beirut
Africa|MidEast|World

'Everything is lost' says father, as Senegal repatriates citizens escaping Lebanon

Hussein Hachem hugged his injured daughter as she arrived in Senegal on a flight repatriating citizens escaping the escalating conflict in Lebanon.

'Everything is lost' says father, as Senegal repatriates citizens escaping Lebanon
Americas|Environment|World

Hurricane Oscar heads for Cuba after making landfall in Bahamas

Hurricane Oscar is expected to reach Guantanamo or Holguin in Cuba later on Sunday as the island country struggles to restore power after its worst blackout in years, the U.S.

Hurricane Oscar heads for Cuba after making landfall in Bahamas
Europe|World

Russian forces storming town in eastern Ukraine, bloggers say

Russian forces are fighting street-to-street battles with Ukrainian troops in the outskirts of the eastern Ukrainian town of Selydove as Moscow's forces push to gain control over the

Russian forces storming town in eastern Ukraine, bloggers say
MidEast|Political|World

Iraq's Kurdish region goes to the polls with a flagging economy and political infighting top of mind

Residents of Iraq’s semi-autonomous northern Kurdish region are going to the polls in long-awaited parliamentary elections under the shadow of ongoing rivalries, economic instability, and unresolved disputes with Baghdad

Iraq's Kurdish region goes to the polls with a flagging economy and political infighting top of mind
Americas|World

Cuba grid collapses again raising doubts about a quick fix

Cuba's electrical grid collapsed again on Sunday, the fourth such failure in 48 hours, raising fresh doubts about a quick fix on an island already suffering from

Cuba grid collapses again raising doubts about a quick fix
Europe|Videos|World

Russian missile strikes injure 17 in central Ukrainian city

Russian missile strikes on the central Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih wounded 17 people, authorities said on Sunday, following an overnight attack on the country that included dozens of

Russian missile strikes injure 17 in central Ukrainian city
Crime|World

Indian ex-official indicted by US dismisses allegations, family says

An Indian ex-official charged by the U.S. with directing a murder-for-hire plot has dismissed the allegations, his family said, expressing shock that

Indian ex-official indicted by US dismisses allegations, family says
Europe|MidEast|World

Israel’s ties with Europe strained by wars in Gaza and Lebanon

Israel’s ties with Europe strained by wars in Gaza and Lebanon

Israel’s ties with Europe strained by wars in Gaza and Lebanon
Election|MidEast|World

Iraqi Kurds vote in regional election amid oil export crisis and political rifts

Iraqi Kurds voted on Sunday for a new regional parliament amid an economic crisis caused by an enforced halt in oil exports and corrosive rivalry between the two main

Iraqi Kurds vote in regional election amid oil export crisis and political rifts
Asia|World

Indonesia swears in ex-general Prabowo Subianto as president

Prabowo Subianto has been sworn in as Indonesia's eighth president

Indonesia swears in ex-general Prabowo Subianto as president
Crime|MidEast|World

Exclusive: Inside the prison that executes people for supplying cannabis

Exclusive: Inside the prison that executes people for supplying cannabis

Exclusive: Inside the prison that executes people for supplying cannabis
Political|World

After Sinwar’s killing, Israelis call on Netanyahu to seize the moment and strike a deal with Hamas

After Sinwar’s killing, Israelis call on Netanyahu to seize the moment and strike a deal with Hamas

After Sinwar’s killing, Israelis call on Netanyahu to seize the moment and strike a deal with Hamas
Technology|World

What to know about the electrical grid failure that plunged Cuba into darkness

A few things to know after millions of people in Cuba were left without electricity for two days when the nation's electrical grid collapsed

What to know about the electrical grid failure that plunged Cuba into darkness
MidEast|World

The US is investigating an unauthorized release of classified documents on Israel's attack plans

The United States is investigating an unauthorized release of classified documents that assess Israel’s plans to attack Iran and note that Israel continues to move military assets in place to conduct a military strike in response to Iran’s blistering ballistic missile attack on Oct. 1

The US is investigating an unauthorized release of classified documents on Israel's attack plans
Asia|World

UK foreign minister looks to deepen security ties with Indonesia, South Korea

Foreign minister David Lammy will look to deepen Britain's security cooperation with Indonesia and South Korea during his visit to the two Asian countries in which he is also

UK foreign minister looks to deepen security ties with Indonesia, South Korea
Political|US|World

North Korea minister says new US-led sanctions monitoring team unlawful

North Korea's foreign minister said a new multilateral sanctions monitoring team led by the United States was "utterly unlawful and illegitimate", state media reported

North Korea minister says new US-led sanctions monitoring team unlawful
MidEast|US|World

What sources are telling CNN about leaked US intelligence on Israel's plans to attack Iran

CNN's Natasha Bertrand reports on the the leaked documents that show US intelligence on Israel’s plans to attack Iran.

What sources are telling CNN about leaked US intelligence on Israel's plans to attack Iran
MidEast|Political|World

Matthew Chance describes what's inside leaked documents

US sources say Israel's plan for retaliation on Iran was leaked on Telegram. CNN's global chief correspondent Matthew Chance explains what is learned from the leak and how Israeli officials are responding to it.

Matthew Chance describes what's inside leaked documents
MidEast|US|World

Leaked documents show US intelligence on Israel’s plans to attack Iran, sources say

Leaked documents show US intelligence on Israel’s plans to attack Iran, sources say

Leaked documents show US intelligence on Israel’s plans to attack Iran, sources say
MidEast|US|World

Pentagon chief calls on Israel to scale back Beirut strikes

The United States would like to see Israel scale back some of its strikes in and around the Lebanese capital of Beirut, U.S.

Pentagon chief calls on Israel to scale back Beirut strikes
Travel|World

Over 50 vintage military vehicles to roll through the area next week

Over 50 vintage military vehicles to roll through the area next week

Over 50 vintage military vehicles to roll through the area next week
Europe|World

Ukraine’s ‘victory plan’ receives mixed reactions from Western allies

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s plan to end Ukraine’s nearly three-year war with Russia is getting mixed reactions from Western allies

Ukraine’s ‘victory plan’ receives mixed reactions from Western allies
Crime|US|World

'Heartbreaking:' Wisconsin man in Milwaukee for annual powwow claims his traditional regalia was stolen

'Heartbreaking:' Wisconsin man in Milwaukee for annual powwow claims his traditional regalia was stolen

'Heartbreaking:' Wisconsin man in Milwaukee for annual powwow claims his traditional regalia was stolen
Environment|Health|US|World

Western North Carolina mourns as storm death toll stabilizes at 95

Western North Carolina mourns as storm death toll stabilizes at 95

Western North Carolina mourns as storm death toll stabilizes at 95
Europe|World

Turkey and Germany leaders meet in Istanbul and find many avenues of agreement. But not on Israel

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has met with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz in Istanbul

Turkey and Germany leaders meet in Istanbul and find many avenues of agreement. But not on Israel
Travel|World

Family recounts harrowing escape from rising floodwaters during Helene

Family recounts harrowing escape from rising floodwaters during Helene

Family recounts harrowing escape from rising floodwaters during Helene
Americas|World

Oscar brings winds, heavy rains to eastern Cuba after striking the Bahamas

Oscar has weakened to a tropical storm after making landfall Sunday in eastern Cuba

Oscar brings winds, heavy rains to eastern Cuba after striking the Bahamas
Americas|World

Storm Nadine weakens over Guatemala after pummeling Belize, Mexico's Yucatan

Storm Nadine weakened to a tropical depression on Saturday as it chugged across Guatemala, after dumping heavy rain and bringing strong winds to neighboring Belize and the

Storm Nadine weakens over Guatemala after pummeling Belize, Mexico's Yucatan
Europe|Political|World

G7 defence ministers back Ukraine's 'irreversible path' to NATO membership

Defence Ministers of the Group of Seven (G7) major democracies support Ukraine's "irreversible path to full Euro-Atlantic integration, including NATO membership," they said

G7 defence ministers back Ukraine's 'irreversible path' to NATO membership
Americas|Environment|World

Tropical Storm Nadine makes landfall in Belize, NHC says

Tropical Storm Nadine made landfall in Belize on Saturday, the U.S. National Hurricane Center (NHC) said.

Tropical Storm Nadine makes landfall in Belize, NHC says
Political|World

North Korean troops seen being equipped in Russia ahead of likely deployment to Ukraine

North Korean troops seen being equipped in Russia ahead of likely deployment to Ukraine

North Korean troops seen being equipped in Russia ahead of likely deployment to Ukraine
Americas|World

Cuba gets some electricity back after major power outage left millions in the dark

Cuba’s government says some electricity has been restored on the island after one of the country’s major power plants failed and left millions without electricity for two days

Cuba gets some electricity back after major power outage left millions in the dark
Crime|Environment|Health|US|World

Fire burns hillside homes in Oakland amid day of high winds; residents evacuated

Fire burns hillside homes in Oakland amid day of high winds; residents evacuated

Fire burns hillside homes in Oakland amid day of high winds; residents evacuated
Americas|World

CNN reporter describes 'unprecedented' second blackout in Cuba

 Cuba suffered a second nationwide blackout Saturday morning, hours after officials said power was being slowly restored. CNN's Patrick Oppmann reports.

CNN reporter describes 'unprecedented' second blackout in Cuba
Americas|Economy|World

Cuba restores power to one-fifth of population after nationwide blackouts

Cuba's government said late on Saturday it had restored power to nearly one-fifth of the island's people after the national grid collapsed twice in 24 hours,

Cuba restores power to one-fifth of population after nationwide blackouts
Health|US|World

With brain injuries a growing problem, the US military tests how to protect troops from blasts

Brain injuries are a growing problem for the U.S. military

With brain injuries a growing problem, the US military tests how to protect troops from blasts
Crime|US|World

India ex-official charged in US murder plot had been arrested in Delhi attempted murder case

A former Indian government official charged in the United States this week for allegedly directing a foiled murder plot had been arrested in New Delhi in December

India ex-official charged in US murder plot had been arrested in Delhi attempted murder case
Europe|MidEast|World

EU chief diplomat calls for ceasefire in Middle East after Sinwar's death

The European Union's foreign policy chief said on Saturday a ceasefire was a priority in the Middle East and the killing of Hamas leader Yaya Sinwar by Israeli forces could

EU chief diplomat calls for ceasefire in Middle East after Sinwar's death
Europe|Political|World

France vows support for Ukraine's plan to end Russian invasion

France's foreign minister has pledged his support for Ukraine’s plan for ending the war with Russia

France vows support for Ukraine's plan to end Russian invasion
Europe|World

G7 reassures Ukraine on NATO bid, frets over threat to UN in Lebanon

Defence ministers of the Group of Seven (G7) wealthy democracies on Saturday backed Ukraine's "irreversible" path to NATO membership and expressed concern

G7 reassures Ukraine on NATO bid, frets over threat to UN in Lebanon
Europe|Political|World

France warns that North Korean troops fighting in Ukraine would be an escalation

The involvement of North Korean regular troops to support Russia's invasion of Ukraine would be a serious escalation of the war, France and Ukraine's

France warns that North Korean troops fighting in Ukraine would be an escalation
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

UK foreign secretary pledges 'consistency' in relations with China

British Foreign Secretary David Lammy said on Saturday that businesses wanted "stability and clarity" in trade with China, as London seeks to reset relations with

UK foreign secretary pledges 'consistency' in relations with China
Asia|World

China's Xi urges missile troops to boost deterrence, combat capabilities

Chinese state media reported on Saturday that President Xi Jinping on Thursday inspected a brigade of the People's Liberation Army's Rocket Force, urging the

China's Xi urges missile troops to boost deterrence, combat capabilities
Crime|World

A drone targets the Israeli prime minister's house during new barrages with Hezbollah

Israel’s government says a drone targeted Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s house on Saturday, with no casualties

A drone targets the Israeli prime minister's house during new barrages with Hezbollah
Crime|MidEast|Videos|World

Man who performed autopsy on Sinwar’s body reveals details of his death

CNN's Jeremy Diamond speaks to the man who performed the autopsy on slain Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar who was assassinated by the Israeli Defense Force.

Man who performed autopsy on Sinwar’s body reveals details of his death
Crime|Political|World

Killing Sinwar: A chance encounter after a yearlong manhunt for the head of Hamas

Killing Sinwar: A chance encounter after a yearlong manhunt for the head of Hamas

Killing Sinwar: A chance encounter after a yearlong manhunt for the head of Hamas
Political|World

Iran's Araqchi says anyone who knows 'how and when Israel will attack Iran' should be held accountable

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi, responding to comments by U.S.

Iran's Araqchi says anyone who knows 'how and when Israel will attack Iran' should be held accountable
Australia|World

Britain's King Charles gets Australia honorary rank before naval review

Australia has appointed Britain's King Charles to the honorary ranks of admiral of the navy, field marshal of the army and marshal of the air force, ahead of a fleet review on

Britain's King Charles gets Australia honorary rank before naval review
Environment|Science|World

Countries must report nature protection plans to the UN. What does that mean?

Nearly 200 nations face a deadline to report their nature conservation plans to the United Nations ahead of a two-week U.N. nature summit dubbed

Countries must report nature protection plans to the UN. What does that mean?
MidEast|World

Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said on Saturday the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar will not halt the "Axis of Resistance" and that Hamas would live on.

Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
Sports|US|World

New York Yankees are one win away from elusive World Series after holding off resilient Cleveland Guardians in Game 4 of ALCS

New York Yankees are one win away from elusive World Series after holding off resilient Cleveland Guardians in Game 4 of ALCS

New York Yankees are one win away from elusive World Series after holding off resilient Cleveland Guardians in Game 4 of ALCS
Opinion|World

Freedom of expression threatened more seriously in Gaza than in any recent conflict, UN expert says

Freedom of expression has been threatened more seriously in Gaza than in any recent conflict

Freedom of expression threatened more seriously in Gaza than in any recent conflict, UN expert says
Americas|US|World

Chumash people in California to co-steward marine sanctuary in historic partnership

For more than 10,000 years, Native Americans have been living along California’s central coast

Chumash people in California to co-steward marine sanctuary in historic partnership
Americas|Political|World

Guatemalan journalist Zamora granted house arrest after over two years behind bars

A Guatemalan judge on Friday ruled that jailed journalist Jose Zamora can leave prison and be held in house arrest after over 800 days behind bars.

Guatemalan journalist Zamora granted house arrest after over two years behind bars
Asia|Technology|World

North Korea says it discovered the remains of a South Korean drone in Pyongyang

North Korea says it found the remains of a South Korean drone during a search in capital Pyongyang

North Korea says it discovered the remains of a South Korean drone in Pyongyang
Americas|Economy|World

How Cuba's electrical grid collapsed and what comes next

Cuba's national grid collapsed on Friday, leaving the entire population of 10 million people without electricity and underscoring the precarious state of the

How Cuba's electrical grid collapsed and what comes next
Environment|Health|US|World

Flesh-eating bacteria cases rise in Florida after hurricanes Helene and Milton

Flesh-eating bacteria cases rise in Florida after hurricanes Helene and Milton

Flesh-eating bacteria cases rise in Florida after hurricanes Helene and Milton
Americas|World

Venezuela’s opposition leader speaks about ‘nightmare’ of his last days in Caracas before Spanish exile

Venezuela’s opposition leader speaks about ‘nightmare’ of his last days in Caracas before Spanish exile

Venezuela’s opposition leader speaks about ‘nightmare’ of his last days in Caracas before Spanish exile
Americas|Crime|World

UN expands arms embargo on Haiti to all types of arms and ammunition

The U.N. Security Council has voted unanimously to expand the arms embargo in Haiti to all types of weapons and ammunition, expressing grave concern at the extremely high levels of gang violence and criminal activities in the impoverished Caribbean nation

UN expands arms embargo on Haiti to all types of arms and ammunition
Asia|World

North Korea says it recovered crashed South Korean military drone, KCNA says

North Korea said on Saturday it had discovered the remains of a crashed South Korean military drone, suggesting it was on a propaganda mission in the latest confrontation between the

North Korea says it recovered crashed South Korean military drone, KCNA says
Europe|World

Russian missile damages residential buildings in Ukraine's Odesa, no casualties

A Russian missile struck a residential district in Ukraine's Black Sea port of Odesa late on Friday, triggering a fire, but causing no casualties, officials said.

Russian missile damages residential buildings in Ukraine's Odesa, no casualties
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Tunisia sentences prominent opponent Noureddine Bhiri to 10 years in prison

Tunisian court sentenced on Friday the prominent official in Ennahda opposition party Noureddine Bhiri to 10 years in prison, on charges of attacking state security and inciting

Tunisia sentences prominent opponent Noureddine Bhiri to 10 years in prison
Arts|Entertainment|Travel|World

Dog spotted hanging out on top of ancient pyramid in Egypt

Dog spotted hanging out on top of ancient pyramid in Egypt

Dog spotted hanging out on top of ancient pyramid in Egypt
MidEast|World

What's next for Hamas after its leader Yahya Sinwar's death?

The killing of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar by Israeli forces in Gaza this week leaves the militant group considering new leadership for the second time in less than three months

What's next for Hamas after its leader Yahya Sinwar's death?
MidEast|Political|World

Trump says Sinwar death makes peace easier, plans to speak to Netanyahu

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump said on Friday that the death of Palestinian Islamist group Hamas' leader Yahya Sinwar would make

Trump says Sinwar death makes peace easier, plans to speak to Netanyahu
Economy|Europe|Finance|World

IMF board finishes review to enable disbursing $1.1 billion to Ukraine

The International Monetary Fund's board on Friday completed a review of a fund arrangement for Ukraine that would enable disbursement of $1.1 billion to the country that Russia

IMF board finishes review to enable disbursing $1.1 billion to Ukraine
Americas|Celebrity|Entertainment|World

Liam Payne's father arrives in Buenos Aires days after the pop star's fatal hotel plunge

The father of former One Direction star Liam Payne has arrived in Buenos Aires to arrange for the return of his son’s body to England days after the famous boy band singer fell to his death from a hotel balcony

Liam Payne's father arrives in Buenos Aires days after the pop star's fatal hotel plunge
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|US|World

US State Department approves sale of tactical missiles to Japan for $360 million

The U.S. State Department approved a possible sale to Japan of tactical missiles and related equipment for $360 million, the Pentagon said in a statement on Friday.

US State Department approves sale of tactical missiles to Japan for $360 million
Political|World

Russia, Ukraine each bring home 95 prisoners of war in swap brokered by UAE

Russia and Ukraine carried out a new exchange of prisoners of war on Friday, each side bringing home 95 prisoners in an agreement in which the United Arab Emirates acted as mediator.

Russia, Ukraine each bring home 95 prisoners of war in swap brokered by UAE
Americas|World

Cuba’s grid goes offline with massive blackout after a major power plant fails

Cuba’s electrical grid went down after one of the island’s major power plants failed, leaving millions without power

Cuba’s grid goes offline with massive blackout after a major power plant fails
MidEast|World

After Sinwar's death, hostage families see a 'window of opportunity' to bring their loved ones home

The families of hostages held by Hamas militants in Gaza say time is of the essence to rescue their loved ones following the killing of Yahya Sinwar, the head of Hamas, by Israeli troops in Gaza

After Sinwar's death, hostage families see a 'window of opportunity' to bring their loved ones home
Europe|World

NATO would need to agree conditions for Ukraine invitation, Dutch minister says

NATO countries will need to discuss conditions for Ukraine to get a membership invitation and to join the alliance in response to President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's "victory plan",

NATO would need to agree conditions for Ukraine invitation, Dutch minister says
Americas|Business|Economy|World

Venezuela names former US prisoner Saab as industry minister

Businessman Alex Saab, a close ally of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro who was freed in a prisoner exchange with the United States last year, has been named as

Venezuela names former US prisoner Saab as industry minister
US|World

Naples woman rescued from flooded apartment during Hurricane Milton

Naples woman rescued from flooded apartment during Hurricane Milton

Naples woman rescued from flooded apartment during Hurricane Milton
Election|Political|US|World

Biden administration unaware of Trump-Putin calls, but top adviser says it ‘would raise red flags’ if true

Biden administration unaware of Trump-Putin calls, but top adviser says it ‘would raise red flags’ if true

Biden administration unaware of Trump-Putin calls, but top adviser says it ‘would raise red flags’ if true
Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

US laments 'disappointing' Swiss decision not to fully adopt latest EU sanctions against Russia

The United States says it is disappointed with a decision by the Swiss government not to adopt all measures in the latest round of European Union sanctions against Russia over its war in Ukraine

US laments 'disappointing' Swiss decision not to fully adopt latest EU sanctions against Russia
MidEast|World

What to know about Yahya Sinwar, the Hamas leader who was killed in Gaza

The Hamas leader who was killed by Israeli forces in Gaza, Yahya Sinwar, was the mastermind behind the Oct. 7 attack on Israel that sparked the war

What to know about Yahya Sinwar, the Hamas leader who was killed in Gaza
Europe|World

UK plans to further appeal Northern Ireland amnesty ruling

The British government plans to further appeal a Belfast court ruling that legislation introduced by the previous government was incompatible with human-rights

UK plans to further appeal Northern Ireland amnesty ruling
MidEast|Political|World

Yahya Sinwar, Hamas' top leader and a mastermind of the Oct. 7 attack on Israel, is dead at 61

Yahya Sinwar has been killed by Israeli forces in Gaza

Yahya Sinwar, Hamas' top leader and a mastermind of the Oct. 7 attack on Israel, is dead at 61
Environment|US|World

Crews halt fast-moving brush fire that burned 2 Oakland homes, forced 500 evacuations

Firefighters in California remain on the scene of a fast-moving blaze fueled by strong winds that burned two homes and damaged several others in a hillside neighborhood in the city of Oakland

Crews halt fast-moving brush fire that burned 2 Oakland homes, forced 500 evacuations
Europe|Political|World

Putin says Russia won't let Ukraine obtain nuclear weapons

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Friday Russia would not let Ukraine get nuclear weapons, after Ukraine's leader said that since Kyiv had given up its Soviet-era nuclear

Putin says Russia won't let Ukraine obtain nuclear weapons
Europe|World

Ukraine not considering nuclear arms, top official Yermak says

Ukraine is not considering developing nuclear weapons and recent reports on the topic were driven by an incorrect interpretation of remarks by President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, his

Ukraine not considering nuclear arms, top official Yermak says
Arts|World

Moscow exhibits Gaddafi daughter's art, painted in slain Libyan leader's honour

A Russian state museum is mounting an exhibit of artwork by the daughter of slain Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi, dedicated to her father's memory.

Moscow exhibits Gaddafi daughter's art, painted in slain Libyan leader's honour
MidEast|World

After Sinwar's death, Israel aims to lock in strategic gains before U.S. election

The killing of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, a mastermind of the attack that ignited the war in the Gaza Strip, marked a major

After Sinwar's death, Israel aims to lock in strategic gains before U.S. election
Europe|World

Switzerland defends decision to omit subsidiaries from Russian sanctions

Switzerland is "unequivocally committed" to sanctions against Moscow, the government said on Friday, after it decided not to adopt in full a package of

Switzerland defends decision to omit subsidiaries from Russian sanctions
Opinion|US|World

Hemingway, after the hurricane

In 1935, a hurricane devastated the Florida Keys, killing over 400 people, many of them World War I veterans. Ernest Hemingway joined the relief efforts – and became enraged at government inaction.

Hemingway, after the hurricane
Americas|Crime|World

Brutal killing of Mexican mayor sparks anger, skepticism of Sheinbaum plan

Hundreds of people dressed in white marched through the streets, many with tears in their eyes, chanting "No More Violence!"

Brutal killing of Mexican mayor sparks anger, skepticism of Sheinbaum plan
Americas|Business|Economy|World

Cuba slowly starts restoring power after island-wide blackout

Cuba restored a trickle of power to its grid by mid-evening on Friday, officials said, hours after the island plunged into a countrywide

Cuba slowly starts restoring power after island-wide blackout
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israel and Hamas signal resistance to ending Gaza war after Sinwar's death

Hamas has confirmed that its leader, Yahya Sinwar, was killed by Israeli forces in Gaza and reiterated its stance that hostages the militant group took from Israel a year ago will not be released until there is a cease-fire in Gaza and a withdrawal of Israeli troops

Israel and Hamas signal resistance to ending Gaza war after Sinwar's death
Science|Technology|US|World

US to probe Tesla's 'Full Self-Driving' system after pedestrian killed in low visibility conditions

The U.S. government’s road safety agency is investigating Tesla’s “Full Self-Driving” system after getting reports of crashes in low-visibility conditions, including one that killed a pedestrian

US to probe Tesla's 'Full Self-Driving' system after pedestrian killed in low visibility conditions
Asia|Election|World

Thai election commission begins probe into ruling Phue Thai party, media report

Thailand's Election Commission will launch an investigation into the ruling Pheu Thai party that could lead to its dissolution, multiple local media outlets reported on Friday.

Thai election commission begins probe into ruling Phue Thai party, media report
MidEast|Political|World

UN says Israeli settlers cut down olive trees in 'war-like' West Bank campaign

The United Nations humanitarian office accused Israel on Friday of using "war-like" tactics against Palestinians in the occupied West Bank, citing killings by soldiers

UN says Israeli settlers cut down olive trees in 'war-like' West Bank campaign
MidEast|Political|World

UNIFIL condemns 'deliberate' Israeli attacks, says destruction in Lebanese villages is shocking

The U.N. peacekeeping mission in Lebanon said on Friday it had come under several "deliberate" attacks by Israeli forces in recent days and efforts to help civilians in

UNIFIL condemns 'deliberate' Israeli attacks, says destruction in Lebanese villages is shocking
Europe|Political|World

Barnier says Italy's migrant deal with Albania does not seem doable in France

French Prime Minister Michel Barnier said on Friday that the type of deal Italy has struck to divert asylum-seekers to Albania for processing would not likely be feasible in

Barnier says Italy's migrant deal with Albania does not seem doable in France
Asia|Election|World

Philippine political rift widens as VP Duterte accuses Marcos of incompetence

Philippine vice-president Sara Duterte accused President Ferdinand Marcos Jr of incompetence and a lack of leadership in a scathing attack on Friday that showed

Philippine political rift widens as VP Duterte accuses Marcos of incompetence
Europe|World

Moldova faces a tug of war between Russia and the West in two crucial votes

Moldova faces a tug of war between Russia and the West in two crucial votes

Moldova faces a tug of war between Russia and the West in two crucial votes
MidEast|World

Israeli military says it killed two attackers crossing from Jordan's Dead Sea area

The Israeli military said on Friday it had identified what it called "a number of suspects" in Jordan's border area trying to cross into Israel south of the Dead Sea region and had

Israeli military says it killed two attackers crossing from Jordan's Dead Sea area
MidEast|Political|World

Lebanon issues rare rebuke to Iran over 'interference'

Lebanon's caretaker prime minister on Friday made a rare rebuke to Iran and said Tehran's envoy should be summoned over reported comments by a senior Iranian official that it would

Lebanon issues rare rebuke to Iran over 'interference'
Asia|Europe|World

China's President Xi to attend BRICS summit in Russia

Chinese President Xi Jinping will attend the 16th BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia, from Oct. 22 to 24, the Chinese foreign ministry said on Friday.

China's President Xi to attend BRICS summit in Russia
Asia|Crime|Opinion|World

Rights groups urge Thailand to release Vietnamese activist, saying he faces torture if extradited

A group of nearly three dozen rights groups are calling on Thailand’s prime minister to release a Vietnamese activist who has been ordered extradited home to face imprisonment on terrorism charges

Rights groups urge Thailand to release Vietnamese activist, saying he faces torture if extradited
Africa|Health|World

Mpox vaccine rollout in Congo slower than expected, health official says

Congo needs to do more to raise awareness about mpox and the availability of vaccines, an official with the response team said on

Mpox vaccine rollout in Congo slower than expected, health official says
Crime|MidEast|World

Middle East latest: Hezbollah says its war with Israel is entering a new phase

Lebanon’s Hezbollah militant group says it is entering a new phase in its fight against invading Israeli forces, as the region reckons with the killing of top Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar in a battle with Israeli forces in Gaza

Middle East latest: Hezbollah says its war with Israel is entering a new phase
Political|World

Canada to give C$65 million in military aid to Ukraine

Canada plans to give Ukraine a C$64.8 million ($47 million) military aid package that will include small arms, ammunition, and protective gear, Defense Minister Bill Blair said in a

Canada to give C$65 million in military aid to Ukraine
MidEast|Political|World

Israel says it killed the Hamas mastermind behind October 7. Here’s what we know

Israel says it killed the Hamas mastermind behind October 7. Here’s what we know

Israel says it killed the Hamas mastermind behind October 7. Here’s what we know
MidEast|World

Clarissa Ward: Privately, Palestinians are not mourning Sinwar

CNN's Clarissa Ward reports on what Palestinians in Gaza are telling CNN in the wake of Israel claiming they have killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar.

Clarissa Ward: Privately, Palestinians are not mourning Sinwar
Australia|Europe|Travel|World

King Charles visits Australia as the country puts its republic debate on hold

King Charles visits Australia as the country puts its republic debate on hold

King Charles visits Australia as the country puts its republic debate on hold
Asia|Europe|World

UK Foreign Secretary Lammy urges China against supporting Russia's military

Britain’s foreign secretary has raised concerns about China’s support of Russia in its war against Ukraine

UK Foreign Secretary Lammy urges China against supporting Russia's military
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Biden urges Western allies to keep aiding Ukraine during meeting with Europe leaders before election

U.S. President Joe Biden told European partners that it’s important for Ukraine’s Western allies to “sustain our resolve” in supporting the country

Biden urges Western allies to keep aiding Ukraine during meeting with Europe leaders before election
Asia|World

Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration

Indonesian police and military started deploying at least 100,000 personnel across the capital Jakarta on Friday, officials said, as the country prepares for the inauguration of

Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Asia|World

Taiwan president thanks air force for 'outstanding' work during China war games

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te thanked the air force on Friday for their "outstanding" work during Chinese war games around the island earlier this week, telling them to keep up the

Taiwan president thanks air force for 'outstanding' work during China war games
Political|World

Russia flaunts its many doomsday weapons to keep the West from ramping up support for Ukraine

This year has seen President Vladimir Putin repeatedly brandish the nuclear sword, reminding everyone that Russia has the world’s largest atomic arsenal in order to deter the West from ramping up support for Ukraine

Russia flaunts its many doomsday weapons to keep the West from ramping up support for Ukraine
Asia|Crime|World

An American was reportedly kidnapped from a southern Philippine town and a search is underway

Philippine police say a search is underway after four gunmen reportedly abducted an American national, who was shot in the leg as he tried to resist before being spirited away by speedboat

An American was reportedly kidnapped from a southern Philippine town and a search is underway
Asia|World

In Modi's Delhi, Indian Muslims segregate to seek security

In February 2020, Nasreen and her husband Tofik were living in Shiv Vihar, an upcoming neighbourhood in northeast New Delhi.

In Modi's Delhi, Indian Muslims segregate to seek security
Asia|Election|Political|World

Who is Prabowo Subianto, the former general who becomes Indonesia’s new president?

A wealthy former general with ties to both Indonesia's popular outgoing president and the country's dictatorial past will be inaugurated Sunday as the nation's new leader

Who is Prabowo Subianto, the former general who becomes Indonesia’s new president?
Crime|Political|US|World

Man allegedly joining ISIS terror organization arrested at BWI, FBI says

Man allegedly joining ISIS terror organization arrested at BWI, FBI says

Man allegedly joining ISIS terror organization arrested at BWI, FBI says
Australia|World

King Charles III's visit rekindles Australia's debate on ending ties to the British monarchy

King Charles III and Queen Camilla have arrived in Sydney on the first Australian visit by a reigning monarch in more than a decade

King Charles III's visit rekindles Australia's debate on ending ties to the British monarchy
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|US|World

Trump, Harris would both take pragmatic approach to IMF, World Bank, Georgieva says

International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said on Thursday that she expected U.S. presidential candidates Donald Trump and Kamala Harris

Trump, Harris would both take pragmatic approach to IMF, World Bank, Georgieva says
Asia|Political|World

Kim stresses to North Korean troops they should treat South Korea as a hostile foreign enemy

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un reminded his troops to treat South Korea as a hostile foreign enemy and insisted that the North wouldn’t hesitate to attack its rival if the South infringes upon its sovereignty, state media said Friday

Kim stresses to North Korean troops they should treat South Korea as a hostile foreign enemy
Asia|Europe|World

Britain, China strike conciliatory note during top diplomat's visit

China and Britain took steps towards further reconciliation on Friday, with Beijing heralding the new Labour government's plan to develop "pragmatic" bilateral

Britain, China strike conciliatory note during top diplomat's visit
MidEast|World

Trapped by Israeli troops, Sinwar threw stick at drone before death, video shows

Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar was tracked by an Israeli mini drone as he lay dying in the ruins of a building in southern Gaza and filmed him

Trapped by Israeli troops, Sinwar threw stick at drone before death, video shows
Americas|Celebrity|Entertainment|World

What we know about the death of Liam Payne

Argentine authorities continue to investigate the death of ex-One Direction singer Liam Payne, who died Oct. 16 at age 31 after falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires

What we know about the death of Liam Payne
MidEast|Political|US|World

Lebanese nationals living in the US will be granted humanitarian relief as Israel-Hezbollah conflict continues

Lebanese nationals living in the US will be granted humanitarian relief as Israel-Hezbollah conflict continues

Lebanese nationals living in the US will be granted humanitarian relief as Israel-Hezbollah conflict continues
Asia|World

Discrimination still haunts Japan's Nobel-winning A-bomb survivors

Having survived the atomic bomb that flattened his hometown of Hiroshima when he was nine months old, Kunihiko Sakuma has never forgotten the stain it

Discrimination still haunts Japan's Nobel-winning A-bomb survivors
Celebrity|Entertainment|World

From Buenos Aires to Britain fans mourn One Direction's Liam Payne

Argentine fans of former One Direction singer Liam Payne, who died in a dramatic fall from his hotel balcony in

From Buenos Aires to Britain fans mourn One Direction's Liam Payne
Asia|Political|World

North Korea's Kim Jong Un calls South Korea a foreign, hostile country

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said South Korea is a foreign and hostile nation, state media KCNA reported on Friday, with photos showing Kim conferring

North Korea's Kim Jong Un calls South Korea a foreign, hostile country
MidEast|Political|World

After Sinwar death, Biden faces big obstacles to Gaza peace

Joe Biden is expected to use Israel’s killing of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar to pressure Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to wind down the

After Sinwar death, Biden faces big obstacles to Gaza peace
Crime|US|World

Indian government employee charged in foiled murder-for-hire plot in New York City

The Justice Department has announced criminal charges against an Indian government employee in connection with a foiled plot to kill a Sikh separatist leader living in New York City

Indian government employee charged in foiled murder-for-hire plot in New York City
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|US|World

IMF's Georgieva says China can no longer rely on exports for growth

International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva told Reuters on Thursday that China is too large to continue relying on exports to drive its

IMF's Georgieva says China can no longer rely on exports for growth
Economy|Environment|US|World

Hurricane Milton’s losses of up to $34 billion could make it one of the costliest storms in US history

Hurricane Milton’s losses of up to $34 billion could make it one of the costliest storms in US history

Hurricane Milton’s losses of up to $34 billion could make it one of the costliest storms in US history
Americas|Crime|US|World

What to know about the Los Angeles Catholic Church's $880M settlement with sexual abuse victims

The Archdiocese of Los Angeles has agreed to pay $880 million to hundreds of victims of clergy sexual abuse dating back decades

What to know about the Los Angeles Catholic Church's $880M settlement with sexual abuse victims
MidEast|Political|World

Who was Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar?

Who was Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar?

Who was Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar?
Europe|Science|Technology|World

Ukraine stresses nuclear energy safety at summit meeting

A senior Ukrainian official called on Thursday for intensified efforts to uphold nuclear safety in view of Russia's occupation of Europe's largest nuclear power station and its repeated

Ukraine stresses nuclear energy safety at summit meeting
Business|Economy|US|World

White House warns China using overproduction for global dominance

The United States will use restrictive tools like tariffs to push back against China's practice of making far more goods than it needs in order to dominate

White House warns China using overproduction for global dominance
Political|US|World

US to kickstart Gaza ceasefire talks after Sinwar's death, says State Department

The United States wants to kickstart talks on a proposal to achieve a ceasefire and the release of hostages in Gaza, U.S.

US to kickstart Gaza ceasefire talks after Sinwar's death, says State Department
Europe|Political|World

Spain's PM Sanchez says Europe needs orderly migration to remain open and prosperous

Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said he had argued for Europe to remain open and prosperous instead of closed and poor in a European Council summit in which countries like

Spain's PM Sanchez says Europe needs orderly migration to remain open and prosperous
US|World

No US role in Israel operation that killed Hamas leader, Pentagon says

The U.S. military said on Thursday its forces had no role in the Israeli operation that killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, even if U.S. intelligence has contributed to Israel's

No US role in Israel operation that killed Hamas leader, Pentagon says
Americas|US|World

US-Mexico relations remain strong, says ambassador to Mexico

U.S.

US-Mexico relations remain strong, says ambassador to Mexico
Europe|MidEast|World

Killing of Hamas leader Sinwar dealt fatal blow to Hamas, France says

The killing of Yahya Sinwar by Israeli forces dealt a fatal blow to Hamas, France's Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said on Thursday, adding that a page must now be turned to

Killing of Hamas leader Sinwar dealt fatal blow to Hamas, France says
Political|US|World

Trump blames Ukraine's Zelenskiy for starting war with Russia

Donald Trump on Thursday blamed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy for helping start that nation's war with Russia, a comment that further suggests Trump is

Trump blames Ukraine's Zelenskiy for starting war with Russia
Economy|Finance|World

World Bank's Banga says more bilateral, commercial debt forgiveness needed

World Bank President Ajay

World Bank's Banga says more bilateral, commercial debt forgiveness needed
Americas|Election|MidEast|Political|US|World

Homeland Security grants temporary status to Lebanese already in the United States

The Biden administration has announced temporary legal status for Lebanese citizens already in the United States, likely pleasing some Arab voters, including in the battleground state of Michigan

Homeland Security grants temporary status to Lebanese already in the United States
MidEast|Political|World

Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar killed in Gaza, Israeli military says

Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar killed in Gaza, Israeli military says

Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar killed in Gaza, Israeli military says
MidEast|Political|World

Following death of Hamas leader, Harris says it's 'time for the day after to begin' in Gaza

Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris says the death of Hamas’ top leader, Yahya Sinwar, “gives us an opportunity to finally end the war in Gaza.”

Following death of Hamas leader, Harris says it's 'time for the day after to begin' in Gaza
MidEast|Political|US|World

Biden says Sinwar's death is an 'opportunity' for a hostage deal and an end to war in Gaza

President Joe Biden says the killing of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar by Israeli troops is a “good day for Israel, for the United States, and for the world."

Biden says Sinwar's death is an 'opportunity' for a hostage deal and an end to war in Gaza
Political|World

For Biden, Sinwar’s death injects uncertainty — but also an opening — into resolving Gaza conflict

For Biden, Sinwar’s death injects uncertainty — but also an opening — into resolving Gaza conflict

For Biden, Sinwar’s death injects uncertainty — but also an opening — into resolving Gaza conflict
Technology|World

Tech firms remove social media accounts of a Russian drone factory after an AP investigation

Google, Meta and TikTok have removed social media accounts belonging to an industrial plant in Russia’s Tatarstan region aimed at recruiting young foreign women to make drones for Moscow’s war in Ukraine

Tech firms remove social media accounts of a Russian drone factory after an AP investigation
Political|World

Families of Israeli hostages fear for captives after Sinwar killed

Families of Israeli hostages taken captive to Gaza by Islamist group Hamas fear their loved ones are in greater danger after Israeli troops

Families of Israeli hostages fear for captives after Sinwar killed
Africa|Political|World

UN envoy proposes partitioning Western Sahara

The U.N. envoy to Western Sahara is suggesting that dividing the territory between Morocco and the pro-independence Polisario Front could be one way to settle the decades-long conflict

UN envoy proposes partitioning Western Sahara
MidEast|World

Reactions to death of Hamas leader Sinwar

Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, a mastermind of the Oct. 7, 2023, attack that triggered the Gaza war, has been killed by Israeli forces in the Palestinian enclave, Hamas

Reactions to death of Hamas leader Sinwar
Americas|Health|Opinion|World

Committee reviewing euthanasia in Canada finds some deaths driven by homelessness fears, isolation

An expert committee reviewing euthanasia deaths in Canada’s most populous province has identified several cases where patients asked to be killed in part for social reasons such as isolation and fears of homelessness

Committee reviewing euthanasia in Canada finds some deaths driven by homelessness fears, isolation
Americas|US|World

Voters in British Columbia provincial election focus on healthcare, affordability

Voters in Canada's westernmost province British Columbia are preparing to elect a provincial government on Oct. 19, with polls indicating the

Voters in British Columbia provincial election focus on healthcare, affordability
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Britain joins France, Germany in development of long-range missiles

Britain will join a programme of European nations to develop long-range missiles, Defence Secretary John Healey said on Thursday, aiming to plug a gap in military inventories that

Britain joins France, Germany in development of long-range missiles
Business|Technology|US|World

US sanctions Chinese, Russians over attack drones used in Ukraine

The United States on Thursday sanctioned two Chinese companies and a Russian affiliate involved in making and shipping attack drones and

US sanctions Chinese, Russians over attack drones used in Ukraine
Environment|US|World

Florida digs out of mountains of sand swept in by back-to-back hurricanes

Residents of Florida's Gulf Coast are digging out from mountains of sand after Hurricanes Helene and Milton clobbered them with back-to-back hits in less than two weeks

Florida digs out of mountains of sand swept in by back-to-back hurricanes
Americas|Celebrity|Entertainment|World

CNN reporter updates on former One Direction member Liam Payne’s death

Former member of boyband One Direction, Liam Payne, has died after falling from the third floor of a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina, according to police there. CNN’s Elizabeth Wagmeister reports.

CNN reporter updates on former One Direction member Liam Payne’s death
MidEast|Political|US|World

At 10-year mark, US and allies weigh future of Islamic State mission

Ten years to the day after the formal launch of the U.S.-led operation against the Islamic State, the United States and its NATO allies gathered in Brussels on

At 10-year mark, US and allies weigh future of Islamic State mission
Environment|Science|World

Global coral bleaching event expands, now the largest on record

The mass bleaching of coral reefs around the world since February 2023 is now the most extensive on record, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric

Global coral bleaching event expands, now the largest on record
Business|Economy|Technology|US|World

US imposes sanctions on Chinese companies accused of helping make Russian attack drones

The U.S. Treasury Department has announced sanctions against two Chinese companies accused of directly helping Russia build long-range attack drones used in the war in Ukraine

US imposes sanctions on Chinese companies accused of helping make Russian attack drones
US|World

Cuba accuses US of half-hearted investigation into 2023 embassy attack

Cuba accused the United States late on Wednesday of a half-hearted investigation into a 2023 attack on the Communist-run nation's embassy in Washington, D.C.,

Cuba accuses US of half-hearted investigation into 2023 embassy attack
MidEast|World

Separated by Israel's campaign, a Gaza family prays to reunite

As the phone call from his tent on a stretch of beach in Gaza connected him to parents he has not seen for a year because of

Separated by Israel's campaign, a Gaza family prays to reunite
Americas|World

Argentina analyzing Brazil's request for extradition of Jan. 8 rioters

Argentina has received and is analyzing Brazil's request for the extradition of Brazilian nationals currently in the neighboring country who are linked to an alleged 2023 coup attempt,

Argentina analyzing Brazil's request for extradition of Jan. 8 rioters
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's former armed forces chief endorses 'victory plan' in first speech since his dismissal

Ukraine’s former commander-in-chief, Valerii Zaluzhnyi, has expressed his support for President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s “victory plan,” despite the tensions between the two that led to his dismissal in February

Ukraine's former armed forces chief endorses 'victory plan' in first speech since his dismissal
Business|Economy|Finance|World

IMF chief expects lukewarm growth in medium term, urges reforms

New forecasts by the International Monetary Fund point to a difficult future for the global economy marked by lackluster medium-term growth,

IMF chief expects lukewarm growth in medium term, urges reforms
Europe|World

An independent journalist arrested on treason charges in Belarus

An independent journalist in Belarus has been arrested on treason charges, the latest move in a relentless crackdown on news media by authoritarian President Alexander Lukashenko’s government

An independent journalist arrested on treason charges in Belarus
Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says North Korean officers deployed alongside Russians

Ukraine's president accused North Korea on Thursday of deploying officers alongside Russia and preparing to send thousands of troops to help Moscow's war effort, although NATO's

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says North Korean officers deployed alongside Russians
Environment|US|World

After hurricane, with no running water, residents organize to meet a basic need

It takes water to flush a toilet yet tens of thousands of North Carolinians have been without it since Hurricane Helene ripped through the state three weeks ago

After hurricane, with no running water, residents organize to meet a basic need
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance|World

South Africa could lower inflation target at little cost, central bank governor says

South Africa's central bank governor, Lesetja Kganyago, said on Thursday that the country could move to a lower inflation target at little cost.

South Africa could lower inflation target at little cost, central bank governor says
Africa|Political|World

UN envoy proposes Western Sahara partition plan

The U.N. envoy for Western Sahara, Staffan de Mistura, has floated the idea of dividing the territory between Morocco and the Polisario front as a solution to the near five-

UN envoy proposes Western Sahara partition plan
Asia|US|World

UN seeks probe into reported mass killing of Afghans migrating to Iran

The United Nations' mission in Afghanistan called on Thursday for an investigation into reports that a large group of

UN seeks probe into reported mass killing of Afghans migrating to Iran
Health|Lifestyle|World

Russian lawmakers give initial approval to a bill targeting those who advocate not having children

Russia’s lower house of parliament has given a quick initial approval to a bill outlawing the promotion of material that discourages people from having children

Russian lawmakers give initial approval to a bill targeting those who advocate not having children
Asia|Celebrity|World

Australia turns on Sydney Harbour welcome for King Charles

The sails of the iconic Sydney Opera House were illuminated on Friday night with a photographic tribute to welcome King Charles and Queen Camilla, as they arrived

Australia turns on Sydney Harbour welcome for King Charles
Americas|Celebrity|Entertainment|World

Liam Payne’s 1D bandmates, James Corden and more friends and musicians mourn singer

Friends and collaborators have expressed shock and sadness over the death of former One Direction singer Liam Payne, who has died in Buenos Aires, Argentina at age 31

Liam Payne’s 1D bandmates, James Corden and more friends and musicians mourn singer
MidEast|Political|World

Israeli military confirms Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar is dead

Israel confirmed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, the architect of the Oct. 7 attack on Israel last year, has been killed in Gaza, with Foreign

Israeli military confirms Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar is dead
MidEast|World

Hunger experts say the risk of famine in Gaza remains high

The international authority on hunger crises says the Gaza Strip is still at risk of famine more than a year into the Israel-Hamas war

Hunger experts say the risk of famine in Gaza remains high
Political|World

Russia tells Israel to not even consider attacking Iranian nuclear facilities, TASS says

Russia is warning Israel to not even consider striking Iranian nuclear facilities, state news agency TASS quoted Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov as saying on Thursday.

Russia tells Israel to not even consider attacking Iranian nuclear facilities, TASS says
Asia|Europe|Political|World

UK foreign minister to visit China to rebuild damaged ties

British foreign secretary David Lammy will visit China on a two-day visit starting on Friday in a bid to improve relations between the two countries after years of tensions

UK foreign minister to visit China to rebuild damaged ties
Science|World

More time and money needed to wipe out polio, global group says

The Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) needs more funds and has pushed back by three years its target to officially wipe out all forms of the disease, officials

More time and money needed to wipe out polio, global group says
MidEast|World

Surge in Gaza violence increases famine risk, monitor says

The entire Gaza Strip remains at risk of famine and is experiencing emergency levels of hunger, with intense Israeli military operations adding to concerns and hampering

Surge in Gaza violence increases famine risk, monitor says
Crime|Education|Health|World

Israel says it has killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar in Gaza

The Israeli military says it has killed Hamas’ top leader, Yahya Sinwar, during a battle in Gaza

Israel says it has killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar in Gaza
Economy|World

A full economic recovery in areas ravaged by Milton and Helene may happen faster than you think

A full economic recovery in areas ravaged by Milton and Helene may happen faster than you think

A full economic recovery in areas ravaged by Milton and Helene may happen faster than you think
Crime|Europe|World

Moldova says its citizens were trained in Russia to stage riots

Moldovan police said on Thursday they had uncovered a programme in which hundreds of its citizens were brought to Russia to undergo training to stage riots and

Moldova says its citizens were trained in Russia to stage riots
Americas|Environment|World

Paraguay's drying river stokes water tensions between fishers and farmers

A sharp decline in the Paraguay River, which hit a record low this month due to drought upstream in Brazil, is fueling a conflict

Paraguay's drying river stokes water tensions between fishers and farmers
Economy|Food|World

Israel stops processing key commercial food imports to Gaza, sources say

Israel has stopped processing requests from traders to import food to Gaza, according to 12 people involved in the

Israel stops processing key commercial food imports to Gaza, sources say
Asia|World

India says Canada did not act against gang it links to New Delhi

India's foreign ministry said on Thursday that despite requests from New Delhi, Canada had not taken any action against members of a gang that Canadian police

India says Canada did not act against gang it links to New Delhi
Health|World

Russian law against 'child-free propaganda' clears first hurdle in parliament

Laws that would ban "propaganda" which discourages Russians from having children won overwhelming approval on Thursday in the first stage of their passage through

Russian law against 'child-free propaganda' clears first hurdle in parliament
Europe|World

Ukraine seeks global help with massive task of landmine clearance at Swiss meeting

Ukraine's prime minister appealed at a meeting in Switzerland on Thursday for more help clearing landmines and unexploded bombs covering up to a quarter

Ukraine seeks global help with massive task of landmine clearance at Swiss meeting
Finance|US|World

Homeowner insurers' responses after hurricane hits Florida

Hurricane Milton tore through Florida last week, causing as much as $55 billion in property damage throughout the Sunshine State, according to the latest analyst estimates.

Homeowner insurers' responses after hurricane hits Florida
Political|US|World

In the twilight of his term, Biden greets global audience weary of war and wary of US politics

In the twilight of his term, Biden greets global audience weary of war and wary of US politics

In the twilight of his term, Biden greets global audience weary of war and wary of US politics
Political|World

UNIFIL has vital role, mission must be strengthened, Italy says

The U.N. peacekeeping mission to Lebanon is vital to ending war in the region and needs to be strengthened, not withdrawn from combat zones as Israel has demanded,

UNIFIL has vital role, mission must be strengthened, Italy says
Crime|US|World

Suspect arrested in Birmingham mass shooting that left 4 dead and 17 injured is also charged in two other killings

Suspect arrested in Birmingham mass shooting that left 4 dead and 17 injured is also charged in two other killings

Suspect arrested in Birmingham mass shooting that left 4 dead and 17 injured is also charged in two other killings
Europe|Political|US|World

EU's Borrell questions US giving Israel one month to improve Gaza situation

The EU's foreign policy chief on Thursday appeared to criticise the United States giving Israel one month to improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza, saying that

EU's Borrell questions US giving Israel one month to improve Gaza situation
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Turkey working to accelerate Eurofighter jets buy, official says

Turkey has been conducting technical works aimed at accelerating its planned purchase of Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jets, a defence ministry official said on Thursday.

Turkey working to accelerate Eurofighter jets buy, official says
Political|US|World

Biden in Germany for talks on Ukraine, Middle East

U.S.

Biden in Germany for talks on Ukraine, Middle East
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Bangladesh court issues arrest warrant for ex-Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina over deaths of protesters

A special court in Bangladesh has issued arrest warrants for former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and 45 others, including her close aides, on charges of crimes against humanity during a student-led uprising in July and August that forced her to flee the country

Bangladesh court issues arrest warrant for ex-Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina over deaths of protesters
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Two men accused of attacking Navalny aide released on bail, lawyer says

Two Poles suspected of attacking an exiled aide of the late Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny have been released on bail from detention in Poland, a lawyer for one of them

Two men accused of attacking Navalny aide released on bail, lawyer says
Africa|Americas|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Kenya senate votes to remove deputy president from office by impeachment

Kenya's senate voted to dismiss Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua from office by impeachment on five out of 11 charges levelled against him

Kenya senate votes to remove deputy president from office by impeachment
Economy|World

Gaza unemployment surges to 80% as economy collapses, UN agency says

Unemployment in Gaza has soared to nearly 80% since the Israel-Hamas war erupted, with the devastated enclave's economy in almost total collapse, the International Labour

Gaza unemployment surges to 80% as economy collapses, UN agency says
Asia|Sports|Travel|World

Nepal's Sherpas deserve more, says teenager who scaled world's 14 tallest peaks

A Nepali teenager, the youngest person ever to scale all 14 of the world’s tallest peaks, says he wants to use his skills to benefit the Himalayan nation’s Sherpa

Nepal's Sherpas deserve more, says teenager who scaled world's 14 tallest peaks
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskyy says 10,000 North Koreans could join Russian forces in Ukraine as he pushes 'victory plan'

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says his government has intelligence information that 10,000 troops from North Korea are being prepared to join Russian forces fighting against his country, warning that a third nation wading into the hostilities would turn the conflict into a “world war.”

Zelenskyy says 10,000 North Koreans could join Russian forces in Ukraine as he pushes 'victory plan'
Business|Crime|Europe|Finance|World

French cement maker Lafarge to face trial on terrorism funding charges

Cement maker Holcim's Lafarge will face trial in a French court on charges that its Syrian subsidiary financed terrorism and breached European sanctions in order to keep a plant

French cement maker Lafarge to face trial on terrorism funding charges
Africa|Europe|Political|World

Netherlands explores plan to send rejected African asylum seekers to Uganda

The conservative Dutch government is looking into sending rejected African asylum seekers to Uganda, Prime Minister Dick Schoof said on Thursday, while acknowledging it might not

Netherlands explores plan to send rejected African asylum seekers to Uganda
MidEast|Political|World

Middle East latest: Netanyahu says Israel has ‘settled its account’ with Sinwar

Israel says Hamas top leader Yahya Sinwar has been killed in a battle with Israeli forces in Gaza

Middle East latest: Netanyahu says Israel has ‘settled its account’ with Sinwar
Asia|Health|Lifestyle|World

WHO says Western Pacific to miss UN goal to cut early deaths from lifestyle diseases

Western Pacific nations are unlikely to meet the United Nations target of reducing premature deaths from lifestyle-related diseases including cancer and diabetes,

WHO says Western Pacific to miss UN goal to cut early deaths from lifestyle diseases
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

China pumps half a trillion dollars into beleaguered property sector. But that’s not enough

China pumps half a trillion dollars into beleaguered property sector. But that’s not enough

China pumps half a trillion dollars into beleaguered property sector. But that’s not enough
MidEast|World

Egypt's Sisi meets with Iran's foreign minister

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi met with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi on Thursday, Egypt's presidency said in a statement.

Egypt's Sisi meets with Iran's foreign minister
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

As Fiat stalls, Italy's Turin struggles to stave off decline

The Italian city of Turin, home to Europe's oldest car factory, typifies the industrial decay that parts of the continent face as its automakers struggle

As Fiat stalls, Italy's Turin struggles to stave off decline
Europe|World

EU leaders look at ways to tighten their borders in the wake of a far-right surge

European Union leaders have lauded a groundswell of support for tightening their borders and making the bloc a more hostile destination for migrants and asylum seekers

EU leaders look at ways to tighten their borders in the wake of a far-right surge
Technology|World

This country’s internet freedom is now as bad as China’s, report finds

This country’s internet freedom is now as bad as China’s, report finds

This country’s internet freedom is now as bad as China’s, report finds
Asia|Crime|World

South Korean court acquits former police chief over deadly crowd crush

A South Korean court found the former police chief of the country’s capital, Seoul, not guilty over a botched response to a Halloween crowd crush that killed nearly 160 people in 2022

South Korean court acquits former police chief over deadly crowd crush
Australia|Food|World

Australia cashes in on beef exports as US cattle herd shrinks

In a refrigerated room, around two dozen staff in hats, gloves and blue plastic aprons carve and pack carcasses into boxes within minutes of their

Australia cashes in on beef exports as US cattle herd shrinks
Europe|World

EU leaders set course for tougher policy to send back irregular migrants

European Union leaders agreed on Thursday to use all their leverage, including trade, development aid and visa policy, to speed up returns of migrants illegally

EU leaders set course for tougher policy to send back irregular migrants
Crime|US|World

A historically Black community grapples with lasting impacts after Baltimore bridge collapse

In the aftermath of the deadly Baltimore bridge collapse, residents of a historically Black community northeast of the city are facing an uncertain future

A historically Black community grapples with lasting impacts after Baltimore bridge collapse
Asia|Crime|Health|World

Former Seoul police chief found not guilty of negligence in Halloween crush

A South Korean court ruled on Thursday that Seoul's former police chief was not guilty of negligence in the response to a Halloween crowd crush in the capital's Itaewon nightlife

Former Seoul police chief found not guilty of negligence in Halloween crush
US|World

US long-range B-2 stealth bombers target underground bunkers of Yemen's Houthi rebels

U.S. long-range B-2 stealth bombers launched airstrikes targeting underground bunkers used by Yemen’s Houthi rebels

US long-range B-2 stealth bombers target underground bunkers of Yemen's Houthi rebels
Asia|World

China building capacity to rapidly strike Taiwan, senior Taiwanese official says

China is building its capacity to rapidly turn military drills into a full-out attack, a senior Taiwan security official said, providing the Taipei government's

China building capacity to rapidly strike Taiwan, senior Taiwanese official says
US|World

US B-2 bombers strike Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen

US B-2 bombers strike Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen

US B-2 bombers strike Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen
Asia|World

Japan's Ishiba sends offering to Yasukuni Shrine, angering S.Korea, China

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba sent an offering to Tokyo's Yasukuni Shrine, his office said on Thursday, drawing criticism from South Korea and China which view the shrine as

Japan's Ishiba sends offering to Yasukuni Shrine, angering S.Korea, China
Europe|Political|World

EU, NATO pledge Zelenskiy support but reticent on Ukraine 'victory plan'

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy pitched his "victory plan" to the European Union and NATO on Thursday, receiving pledges of continued

EU, NATO pledge Zelenskiy support but reticent on Ukraine 'victory plan'
MidEast|World

Hamas leader Sinwar killed by Israeli troops in Gaza, Netanyahu says war will go on

Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, a mastermind of the Oct. 7, 2023, attack that triggered the Gaza war, has been killed by

Hamas leader Sinwar killed by Israeli troops in Gaza, Netanyahu says war will go on
Opinion|World

Columbia University temporarily bans pro-Israel professor Shai Davidai after October 7 protest

Columbia University temporarily bans pro-Israel professor Shai Davidai after October 7 protest

Columbia University temporarily bans pro-Israel professor Shai Davidai after October 7 protest
Americas|Crime|US|World

Zeta drug lord continued to control cartel from inside a Mexican prison, says US indictment

A U.S. indictment unsealed in the District of Columbia claims that the leader of one of Mexico's most violent gangs continued to control an offshoot group, the Northeast Cartel, from inside a Mexican prison

Zeta drug lord continued to control cartel from inside a Mexican prison, says US indictment
Political|World

Israel pressured by UN and US to step up action to tackle Gaza's escalating humanitarian crisis

The top U_N_ humanitarian official is accusing Israel of blocking the delivery of desperately needed aid to Gaza, and the U_S_ ambassador is demanding that its government step up efforts to tackle the Palestinian territory’s ”intolerable and catastrophic humanitarian crisis.”

Israel pressured by UN and US to step up action to tackle Gaza's escalating humanitarian crisis
Arts|World

100-year-old artifacts kept inside Kansas City time capsule are revealed at World War I museum

100-year-old artifacts kept inside Kansas City time capsule are revealed at World War I museum

100-year-old artifacts kept inside Kansas City time capsule are revealed at World War I museum
Economy|Environment|World

OECD-backed group calls for global pact to solve water crisis

Countries need a new international pact to fix a mounting water crisis that could cut economic growth by at least 8% and put half the world's food supplies at

OECD-backed group calls for global pact to solve water crisis
Asia|Political|World

North Korea says its revised constitution defines South Korea as 'hostile state' for first time

North Korea has revised its constitution to define South Korea as “a hostile state” for the first time

North Korea says its revised constitution defines South Korea as 'hostile state' for first time
Americas|Celebrity|Entertainment|World

One Direction singer Liam Payne dead after falling from Buenos Aires hotel balcony

Liam Payne, who shot to global fame with boy band One Direction, was found dead after he fell from a third-floor hotel room balcony in

One Direction singer Liam Payne dead after falling from Buenos Aires hotel balcony
Asia|Political|World

North Korea calls South Korea 'hostile state' indicating constitution change

North Korea has designated South Korea a "hostile state", its state media said on Thursday, confirming that its national assembly had amended the constitution in line with

North Korea calls South Korea 'hostile state' indicating constitution change
Education|World

Pro-Israel professor at Columbia barred from campus after harassing and intimidating other employees

An outspoken pro-Israel professor at Columbia University has been temporarily barred from campus for harassing and intimidating other employees

Pro-Israel professor at Columbia barred from campus after harassing and intimidating other employees
Economy|Environment|Finance|World

Helene and Milton are both likely to be $50 billion disasters, joining ranks of most costly storms

Monstrous hurricanes Helene and Milton caused so much complex havoc that damages are still being added up, but experts in economics, insurance and risk say they are likely to be in the pantheon of super-costly $50 billion disasters

Helene and Milton are both likely to be $50 billion disasters, joining ranks of most costly storms
Business|Crime|Economy|Health|Lifestyle|US|World

Family of factory worker who died in Helene flooding files wrongful death suit against employer

Family of factory worker who died in Helene flooding files wrongful death suit against employer

Family of factory worker who died in Helene flooding files wrongful death suit against employer
Crime|World

Trudeau says Canadian police went public with Indian diplomat allegations to prevent more violence

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says Canada’s national police force went public with its allegations against Indian diplomats this week because it had to disrupt drive-by-shootings, violent extortions and even murder

Trudeau says Canadian police went public with Indian diplomat allegations to prevent more violence
MidEast|Political|World

State Dept affirms Israel's right to target Hezbollah in Lebanon, urges civilian protection

Israel has a right to target Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah even as it may be hiding in civilian buildings in Lebanon, but should do

State Dept affirms Israel's right to target Hezbollah in Lebanon, urges civilian protection
Europe|Lifestyle|World

Italy expands its ban on surrogacy to overseas as critics say it targets same-sex couples

Italy on Wednesday criminalized citizens who go abroad to have children through surrogacy, while opponents slam it as “medieval” and discriminatory to same-sex couples

Italy expands its ban on surrogacy to overseas as critics say it targets same-sex couples
MidEast|Political|World

No Gaza ceasefire talks for last 3/4 weeks, Qatar says

Qatar's prime minister said on Wednesday that there had been no conversations or engagement with any parties for the last three to four weeks to secure a ceasefire in Gaza.

No Gaza ceasefire talks for last 3/4 weeks, Qatar says
MidEast|Political|World

A Palestinian student was asleep in his tent at a hospital when an Israeli strike brought an inferno

Shaban al-Dalu, a 19-year-old Palestinian university student, had survived an Israeli strike on a mosque when, only a week later, he was killed in a new strike on the courtyard of the central Gaza hospital where his family was sheltering

A Palestinian student was asleep in his tent at a hospital when an Israeli strike brought an inferno
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy to attend NATO defence ministers meeting on Thursday

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy will attend a NATO defence ministers' meeting on Thursday, according to NATO's revised agenda published late on Wednesday.

Ukraine's Zelenskiy to attend NATO defence ministers meeting on Thursday
Political|World

India's alleged interference in Canada was 'horrific mistake,' Trudeau says

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said on Wednesday India made "a horrific mistake" by thinking it could interfere as aggressively as it allegedly did in Canada's sovereignty.

India's alleged interference in Canada was 'horrific mistake,' Trudeau says
Americas|World

Brazil will not return to daylight saving time this year

The Brazilian government has decided against returning to daylight saving time this summer, a senior official said on Wednesday, who noted that the country does not face any

Brazil will not return to daylight saving time this year
Political|World

NATO shows no sign of letting Ukraine join soon and wants more details about its 'victory plan'

NATO is showing no sign it would be willing to invite Ukraine to join its ranks anytime soon

NATO shows no sign of letting Ukraine join soon and wants more details about its 'victory plan'
US|World

Federal money to help states hit by hurricanes Helene and Milton nears $2 billion

The White House says the federal government has approved nearly $2 billion in assistance across six states to help people hit hard by hurricanes Helene and Milton

Federal money to help states hit by hurricanes Helene and Milton nears $2 billion
Europe|Health|Political|World

Italy makes it illegal to seek surrogacy abroad

Italy's parliament made it illegal on Wednesday for couples to go abroad to have a baby via surrogacy -- a pet project of Prime Minister's Giorgia Meloni party which

Italy makes it illegal to seek surrogacy abroad
Africa|Europe|World

Biden to travel to Germany this week, Angola in December for visits delayed by Hurricane Milton

President Joe Biden is heading to Germany this week and will go to Angola in December

Biden to travel to Germany this week, Angola in December for visits delayed by Hurricane Milton
MidEast|World

No end to widening Mideast conflict without Gaza resolution, Hamas official says

Any solution to the rapidly expanding regional conflict that has spread to Lebanon and beyond hinges on a resolution of the original crisis in Gaza, a senior

No end to widening Mideast conflict without Gaza resolution, Hamas official says
Crime|Europe|World

A worker at a Crimean wildlife park has been killed by lions

A worker at a wildlife park in Crimea has died after being attacked by lions

A worker at a Crimean wildlife park has been killed by lions
US|World

Biden to travel on Thursday to Germany; Angola trip set for December

President Joe Biden will depart on Thursday for a trip to Germany, after rescheduling a visit last week because of Hurricane Milton striking the U.S., the White House said on Wednesday.

Biden to travel on Thursday to Germany; Angola trip set for December
MidEast|World

Burned Palestinian's relatives describe aftermath of Israeli attack

The family of a Palestinian man seen being burned to death in footage broadcast around the world of a blaze in tents after an Israeli strike on a Gaza hospital compound

Burned Palestinian's relatives describe aftermath of Israeli attack
US|World

US says Israel must show no Gaza 'policy of starvation'

The United States is watching to ensure that Israel's actions on the ground show that it does not have a "policy of starvation" in the northern Gaza Strip

US says Israel must show no Gaza 'policy of starvation'
MidEast|World

U.N. warns Israel might be carrying out a war crime in northern Gaza

The U.N. Human Rights Office says some civilians are reporting being fired on by the IDF as they’re trying to flee from northern Gaza. CNN’s Nada Bashir reports.

U.N. warns Israel might be carrying out a war crime in northern Gaza
MidEast|World

Stray dogs are eating the dead in the streets of northern Gaza, emergency services chief says

Stray dogs are eating the dead in the streets of northern Gaza, emergency services chief says

Stray dogs are eating the dead in the streets of northern Gaza, emergency services chief says
Asia|Political|US|World

Any deployment of US nuclear arms to Japan would collapse regional stability, Russia says

Any deployment of U.S. nuclear weapons to Japan in the framework of an "Asian NATO" would lead to a collapse in regional stability, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria

Any deployment of US nuclear arms to Japan would collapse regional stability, Russia says
US|World

Navy finds wreckage of fighter jet that crashed during training in Washington state

The U.S. Navy has found the wreckage of a fighter jet that crashed in Washington state during routine training

Navy finds wreckage of fighter jet that crashed during training in Washington state
Political|World

Egypt's Sisi replaces head of powerful general intelligence agency

Egypt's President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi named Major General Hassan Mahmoud Rashad as head of the powerful general intelligence agency on Wednesday, appointing the outgoing chief Abbas

Egypt's Sisi replaces head of powerful general intelligence agency
Political|World

What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?

Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of BRICS leaders next week, seeking support in his standoff with the West from the expanded group that now represents about a

What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
Asia|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

At BRICS summit, Russia to push to end dollar dominance

Russia is seeking to convince BRICS countries to build an alternative platform for international payments that would be immune to Western sanctions when it hosts

At BRICS summit, Russia to push to end dollar dominance
Health|World

Boy who received 100th heart transplant at children's hospital looking forward to future

Boy who received 100th heart transplant at children's hospital looking forward to future

Boy who received 100th heart transplant at children's hospital looking forward to future
MidEast|World

Who supplies Israel with weapons?

Who supplies Israel with weapons?

Who supplies Israel with weapons?
Europe|Political|World

Zelensky unveils ‘Victory Plan’ after failing to drum up additional support from allies

Zelensky unveils ‘Victory Plan’ after failing to drum up additional support from allies

Zelensky unveils ‘Victory Plan’ after failing to drum up additional support from allies
Europe|Political|World

Russia says Zelenskiy 'victory plan' is pushing NATO towards direct conflict with Moscow

Russia on Wednesday denounced a "victory plan" presented by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, saying he was trying to push NATO into a direct conflict with Moscow.

Russia says Zelenskiy 'victory plan' is pushing NATO towards direct conflict with Moscow
Americas|Crime|World

Brazil seeks extradition of January 8 rioters currently in Argentina

Brazil's Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes instructed the government to request the extradition of 63 Brazilian nationals currently in Argentina who are linked to an

Brazil seeks extradition of January 8 rioters currently in Argentina
Europe|World

Italy ships migrants to Albania for first time under controversial plan

Italy ships migrants to Albania for first time under controversial plan

Italy ships migrants to Albania for first time under controversial plan
Europe|Technology|World

Russia using generative AI to ramp up disinformation, says Ukraine minister

SINGAPORE Reuters - Russia is using generative artificial intelligence (AI) to ramp up disinformation campaigns against Ukraine, a senior Ukrainian official told Reuters on Wednesday on the sidelines

Russia using generative AI to ramp up disinformation, says Ukraine minister
Business|Economy|World

In widening dispute, Israel lashes out at France after firms barred from arms show

Israel's defence minister on Wednesday called French President Emmanuel Macron’s decision to ban Israeli firms from exhibiting at a naval arms show "a disgrace" and

In widening dispute, Israel lashes out at France after firms barred from arms show
Africa|Election|World

Mozambique ruling party leads early election results as opposition cries foul

Mozambique's ruling party Frelimo was leading provisional election results in all 11 provinces on Wednesday, while opposition parties cried fraud and one called for

Mozambique ruling party leads early election results as opposition cries foul
Europe|World

Ukraine requests monitoring mission at Odesa ports amid Russian strikes

Ukraine has asked the International Maritime Organization to send a monitoring mission to ports in the southern Odesa region amid intensified Russian attacks, Foreign Minister Andrii

Ukraine requests monitoring mission at Odesa ports amid Russian strikes
MidEast|World

Bouncing between war-torn countries: Displacement in Lebanon and Syria highlights cyclical nature of cross-border refuge

More than 1 million people in Lebanon have fled their homes since a major Israel military operation began in September. For many, it isn’t the first time they have been uprooted.

Bouncing between war-torn countries: Displacement in Lebanon and Syria highlights cyclical nature of cross-border refuge
Europe|Political|US|World

NATO's Rutte aware of Ukraine 'victory plan,' discussing next steps

NATO chief Mark Rutte said he was aware of the details of Ukraine's "victory plan" that was presented by the country's president on Wednesday, and that he was in touch with the

NATO's Rutte aware of Ukraine 'victory plan,' discussing next steps
Americas|Crime|World

Mexico military's role in migrant massacre comes under sharp scrutiny

A wooden fence, warped and battered by a crashing vehicle, is the only sign on this quiet dirt road of the six migrants killed by Mexican soldiers who

Mexico military's role in migrant massacre comes under sharp scrutiny
Europe|Political|World

NATO to make fresh push for common arms standards

NATO will make a fresh push for common munitions standards, Secretary-General Mark Rutte said on Wednesday, aiming to drive down costs and improve ease of use on the battlefield as

NATO to make fresh push for common arms standards
Asia|US|World

US warns of growing North Korean military support for Russia's war

U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell says Washington and its allies are “alarmed” by North Korea’s nuclear and missile threats as well as its increasing military support for Russia’s war in Ukraine

US warns of growing North Korean military support for Russia's war
Americas|Sports|US|World

Mexico ends seven-match winless run against the USA and hands Mauricio Pochettino his first defeat as head coach

Mexico ends seven-match winless run against the USA and hands Mauricio Pochettino his first defeat as head coach

Mexico ends seven-match winless run against the USA and hands Mauricio Pochettino his first defeat as head coach
Americas|Health|Sports|US|World

US striker Folarin Balogun sidelined two months with shoulder injury

United States striker Folarin Balogun will be sidelined for about two months with a shoulder injury, a person close to the player told The Associated Press on Wednesday

US striker Folarin Balogun sidelined two months with shoulder injury
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

UK exploring sanctions against Israeli ministers, PM Starmer says

Britain is considering sanctioning Israel's finance minister Bezalel Smotrich and national security minister Itamar Ben-Gvir over comments they made

UK exploring sanctions against Israeli ministers, PM Starmer says
Europe|Health|World

UK begins emotive debate on assisted dying as law change proposed

A proposal to allow terminally ill adults in England and Wales the right to end their lives was introduced to parliament on Wednesday, setting off

UK begins emotive debate on assisted dying as law change proposed
Europe|World

UNRWA 'very near' possible breaking point in Gaza operation, head says

The U.N.

UNRWA 'very near' possible breaking point in Gaza operation, head says
Asia|World

China's leader makes rare visit to province facing Taiwan following major war exercises

China’s President Xi Jinping has made a rare visit to a province facing Taiwan, following military exercises mobilizing China’s navy, air force, missile force and land troops to simulate a blockade of the self-governing island democracy that Beijing claims as its own territory and threatens to annex by force

China's leader makes rare visit to province facing Taiwan following major war exercises
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

UN mission in Lebanon needs different rules of engagement, Italy says

The 16 EU countries contributing to the U.N. peacekeeping mission in Lebanon believe its rules of engagement need to be more effective, the

UN mission in Lebanon needs different rules of engagement, Italy says
Health|MidEast|World

North Gaza hospitals say food, medicines running out as Israel presses offensive

Palestinian health officials called on Wednesday for a humanitarian corridor to three hospitals in northern Gaza that have come close to collapse as Israeli

North Gaza hospitals say food, medicines running out as Israel presses offensive
Asia|World

Indians in Punjab fear dispute with Canada endangers work, study plans

Indians in Punjab, worried that plans to work, study or visit families in Canada will be jeopardised by this week's tit-for-tat expulsions of diplomats over the murder of

Indians in Punjab fear dispute with Canada endangers work, study plans
Europe|Political|World

Key points from Zelenskiy's Ukraine victory plan

Here are the five main points of a Ukrainian plan for victory against Russian invading forces no later than next year as outlined by President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on

Key points from Zelenskiy's Ukraine victory plan
MidEast|World

How Israel’s bulky pager fooled Hezbollah

The batteries inside the weaponised pagers that arrived in Lebanon at the start of the year, part of an Israeli plot to

How Israel’s bulky pager fooled Hezbollah
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin suggests Europe is struggling to mobilise its arms industries for Ukraine

The Kremlin suggested on Wednesday that many European countries were starting to face difficulties when it came to mobilising their military-industrial industries to help Ukraine.

Kremlin suggests Europe is struggling to mobilise its arms industries for Ukraine
Asia|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine calls for sanctions over alleged North Korean involvement in war

Ukraine called on its allies on Wednesday to impose new sanctions on Pyongyang after it said North Korea had become a de facto participant in the war in Ukraine on Russia's side.

Ukraine calls for sanctions over alleged North Korean involvement in war
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says 'victory plan' envisages unconditional NATO invitation

Ukraine's five-point "victory plan" calls for an unconditional invitation for Kyiv to join NATO and a strategic non-nuclear deterrent package in Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy

Zelenskiy says 'victory plan' envisages unconditional NATO invitation
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin, commenting on Zelenskiy's 'victory plan,' says Ukraine needs to 'sober up'

The Kremlin said on Wednesday it was too early to comment in detail on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's "victory plan," but that Kyiv needed to "sober up" and realise the

Kremlin, commenting on Zelenskiy's 'victory plan,' says Ukraine needs to 'sober up'
Europe|Political|World

Slovak PM Fico sees high probability of Ukraine war ending soon, news agency reports

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico sees high probability of the war in Ukraine ending soon, news agency TASR quoted him as saying on Wednesday before his departure to a European Union

Slovak PM Fico sees high probability of Ukraine war ending soon, news agency reports
Africa|Crime|World

Toll rises to 153 from Nigeria fuel tanker explosion

Toll rises to 153 from Nigeria fuel tanker explosion

Toll rises to 153 from Nigeria fuel tanker explosion
Africa|World

Fuel tanker accident kills at least 147 in Nigeria

A fuel tanker overturned late on Tuesday in Nigeria's northern state of Jigawa after the driver lost control of the vehicle, spilling petrol which

Fuel tanker accident kills at least 147 in Nigeria
Environment|Science|US|World

A series of earthquakes has Southern California shook. Is a big one coming?

A series of earthquakes has Southern California shook. Is a big one coming?

A series of earthquakes has Southern California shook. Is a big one coming?
Crime|MidEast|World

Israeli strike kills mayor and 5 others in southern Lebanese town of Nabatieh

The mayor of the southern Lebanese town of Nabatieh was killed along with five others in an Israeli airstrike, two security sources told Reuters on Wednesday.

Israeli strike kills mayor and 5 others in southern Lebanese town of Nabatieh
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy sets out 'victory plan' as Ukraine faces precarious moment

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy unveiled his much anticipated "victory plan" on Wednesday, calling on his allies to take urgent steps to

Zelenskiy sets out 'victory plan' as Ukraine faces precarious moment
Asia|World

China ready to strengthen co-operation with Russia, Mongolia

China's Premier Li Qiang proposed closer three-way ties with Russia and Mongolia at a meeting on Wednesday with counterparts from his neighbours held on the sidelines of a Shanghai

China ready to strengthen co-operation with Russia, Mongolia
Europe|Political|World

Poland's Tusk vows to defend EU border amid asylum row

Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Wednesday he would protect his country's eastern border, dismissing criticism that a plan to

Poland's Tusk vows to defend EU border amid asylum row
Political|US|World

Ukraine wants NATO invite before Biden leaves office, envoy says

Ukraine is asking for a NATO membership invitation before Joe Biden leaves the White House, arguing it would be a fitting legacy for the U.S.

Ukraine wants NATO invite before Biden leaves office, envoy says
Asia|Political|World

Russia defense chief touts ‘common understanding’ with China in Beijing talks

Russia defense chief touts ‘common understanding’ with China in Beijing talks

Russia defense chief touts ‘common understanding’ with China in Beijing talks
Americas|Asia|World

UK says India's cooperation with Canada's legal process is 'right next step'

Britain said on Wednesday India's cooperation with Canada's legal process was "the right next step" in the ongoing diplomatic row between the two countries, adding that it had full

UK says India's cooperation with Canada's legal process is 'right next step'
Africa|World

Kenya senate opens impeachment hearings against deputy president

Kenya's senate began impeachment hearings against Kenya's deputy president on Wednesday, hours after a court said the proceedings were constitutional,

Kenya senate opens impeachment hearings against deputy president
Asia|Economy|World

China-led regional group calls for countering protectionist policies, sanctions

A China-led 10-state regional group criticised what it called protectionist trade measures on Wednesday, part of an intensifying standoff between

China-led regional group calls for countering protectionist policies, sanctions
Asia|US|World

US, South Korea, Japan unveil new team to monitor North Korea sanctions

The United States, South Korea and Japan on Wednesday announced the launch of a new multinational team to monitor the enforcement of sanctions against North Korea

US, South Korea, Japan unveil new team to monitor North Korea sanctions
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU won't pull back UN troops from south Lebanon, Austrian minister says

European Union countries that contribute to U.N. peacekeeping force UNIFIL in Lebanon have no intention of pulling back from the south of the country despite

EU won't pull back UN troops from south Lebanon, Austrian minister says
Europe|World

Italy delivers first migrants to Albania under new deal

A ship carrying the first group of migrants to be processed in Albania under a deal with Italy arrived in the port of Shengjin on Wednesday morning,

Italy delivers first migrants to Albania under new deal
Asia|Economy|World

Moscow and Beijing announce further cooperation during international group meeting in Pakistan

Leaders and top officials from an international group founded to counter Western alliances have met in Pakistan’s capital, with Moscow and Beijing announcing they will boost cooperation

Moscow and Beijing announce further cooperation during international group meeting in Pakistan
Europe|MidEast|World

Italian ship transfers 16 intercepted migrants to Albania in a first under their new migration plan

An Italian navy ship docked at the Albanian port of Shengjin to bring the first group of 16 migrants intercepted in international waters

Italian ship transfers 16 intercepted migrants to Albania in a first under their new migration plan
MidEast|World

Israeli strikes kill 27 in Lebanon, including in a town with a dark history of civilian deaths

Officials say Israeli airstrikes have pounded areas across Lebanon, killing at least 27 people over the past 24 hours, including more than a dozen in a southern town where Israeli bombardments in previous conflicts are seared into local memory

Israeli strikes kill 27 in Lebanon, including in a town with a dark history of civilian deaths
Europe|Travel|World

Ambivalent Australia awaits King Charles on first big overseas tour since cancer diagnosis

King Charles, the only British monarch who has spent time living in Australia, arrives on Friday for his inaugural visit to an overseas realm as

Ambivalent Australia awaits King Charles on first big overseas tour since cancer diagnosis
Europe|Political|World

EU, seeking allies, holds first summit with Gulf states

The European Union held its first summit with the Gulf states on Wednesday, part of EU diplomatic courting of less familiar friends as it seeks

EU, seeking allies, holds first summit with Gulf states
MidEast|World

Middle East latest: Israeli jets pummel southern Lebanon and Beirut's suburbs

Israeli jets have struck southern Lebanon and Beirut’s southern suburbs and officials say at least 27 people were killed, including a city mayor

Middle East latest: Israeli jets pummel southern Lebanon and Beirut's suburbs
Asia|Crime|World

Hoax bomb threats to Indian airlines force emergency landing in Canada and fighter jets to scramble in Singapore

Hoax bomb threats to Indian airlines force emergency landing in Canada and fighter jets to scramble in Singapore

Hoax bomb threats to Indian airlines force emergency landing in Canada and fighter jets to scramble in Singapore
Election|Europe|World

What's at stake in Moldova's election and referendum on Oct 20?

Moldova's pro-Western president, Maia Sandu, is seeking a second term in a presidential election on Oct. 20, when the country will also hold a referendum on

What's at stake in Moldova's election and referendum on Oct 20?
Election|Europe|World

Moldova votes on European future in shadow of alleged Russian meddling

Moldova's citizens vote on Sunday in a presidential election and an EU referendum that come at a pivotal moment in the tussle between Russia and the West for the

Moldova votes on European future in shadow of alleged Russian meddling
Asia|Health|World

Former Malaysian PM Mahathir, 99, hospitalised with respiratory infection

Former Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad has been admitted to hospital for a respiratory infection, his office said on Wednesday after media reported the ex-premier

Former Malaysian PM Mahathir, 99, hospitalised with respiratory infection
MidEast|US|World

Mayor among 16 killed in Israeli strike on south Lebanon municipality building

An Israeli airstrike destroyed the municipal headquarters in a major town in south Lebanon on Wednesday, killing 16 people including the mayor, in

Mayor among 16 killed in Israeli strike on south Lebanon municipality building
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Stock market today: Wall Street rises as tech stocks and oil prices steady themselves

U.S. stocks rose following better-than-expected profit reports from Morgan Stanley, United Airlines and other big companies

Stock market today: Wall Street rises as tech stocks and oil prices steady themselves
Education|US|World

Many schools are still closed weeks after Hurricane Helene. Teachers worry about long-term impact

Tens of thousands of students in the Southeast are dealing with school disruptions after Hurricane Helene wreaked havoc so severe — on homes, campuses and municipal power and water systems — that some districts have no idea when they will reopen

Many schools are still closed weeks after Hurricane Helene. Teachers worry about long-term impact
Asia|Economy|World

Indonesia's Prabowo briefs potential ministers on economy, geopolitics

Indonesia's incoming leader Prabowo Subianto briefed his would-be ministers on Wednesday on economic and geopolitical issues ahead of his Sunday inauguration, his spokesperson said,

Indonesia's Prabowo briefs potential ministers on economy, geopolitics
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskyy outlines his 'victory plan' to Ukraine's lawmakers, including a call to join NATO

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has told lawmakers that Ukraine’s Western partners are increasing pressure to negotiate with Russia, but he hinted such talks would be unfavorable to Kyiv as he unveiled what he called his “victory plan” for the war

Zelenskyy outlines his 'victory plan' to Ukraine's lawmakers, including a call to join NATO
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

The world will be fueled by electricity but even more clean energy is needed, report says

The world is set to make abundant energy by the second half of the decade as the production of batteries and solar panels surges but there’ll also be an excess of planet-warming fossil fuels, a report released Wednesday by the International Energy Agency said

The world will be fueled by electricity but even more clean energy is needed, report says
Americas|Crime|World

In the heartland of Mexico's Sinaloa cartel, the old ways have changed and violence rages

Cellphone chats have become death sentences in the continuing, bloody factional war inside the Sinaloa drug cartel

In the heartland of Mexico's Sinaloa cartel, the old ways have changed and violence rages
Asia|Economy|Political|World

China won't renounce use of force over Taiwan; Xi visits frontline island

China will never commit to renouncing the use of force over Taiwan, the government in Beijing said on Wednesday after another bout of war games

China won't renounce use of force over Taiwan; Xi visits frontline island
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Japan's upcoming stimulus package will be bigger than last year's, spokesperson says

Japan's upcoming stimulus package will be bigger than last year's measures that were financed with a 13 trillion yen ($87 billion) extra budget, a government spokesperson said on

Japan's upcoming stimulus package will be bigger than last year's, spokesperson says
US|World

Xi says China willing to be a partner, friend with the US

Chinese President Xi Jinping said a successful partnership between China and the United States is an opportunity for the two countries to be enablers for each other's development

Xi says China willing to be a partner, friend with the US
MidEast|World

UN says Yemen risks being dragged into Mideast conflict that could spiral out of control

Yemen risks being dragged further into the military escalation in the Middle East and could spiral out of control, the U.N. special envoy for the Arab world’s poorest nation says

UN says Yemen risks being dragged into Mideast conflict that could spiral out of control
Europe|World

Governor orders evacuation of Ukraine's Kupiansk city

Ukrainian authorities ordered the evacuation of a key city and three other localities in northeastern Kharkiv region on Tuesday as Russian forces press closer and officials face

Governor orders evacuation of Ukraine's Kupiansk city
Asia|World

North Korea says 1.4 million apply to join army amid tensions with South

North Korean state media said on Wednesday around 1.4 million young people had applied to join or return to the army this week, blaming Seoul for a

North Korea says 1.4 million apply to join army amid tensions with South
Environment|Science|World

Pressure grows for countries to deliver on promised biodiversity targets at UN conference

Countries will gather next week to assess whether they are close to reaching a global biodiversity goal of protecting 30% of land and water by 2030, known as 30 by 30

Pressure grows for countries to deliver on promised biodiversity targets at UN conference
Political|US|World

Hundreds of troops kicked out under 'don't ask, don't tell' get upgraded to honorable discharges

The Pentagon says more than 800 military personnel have seen their service records upgraded to honorable discharges after previously being kicked out of the military under its former “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy

Hundreds of troops kicked out under 'don't ask, don't tell' get upgraded to honorable discharges
US|World

US closes $861 million loan guarantee for solar, energy storage in Puerto Rico

The U.S.

US closes $861 million loan guarantee for solar, energy storage in Puerto Rico
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine attacked by over 130 Russian drones in latest strike, Kyiv says

Russia launched one of its largest drone salvos at Ukraine in recent months, targeting Kyiv and other cities and igniting a fire at an industrial facility in the

Ukraine attacked by over 130 Russian drones in latest strike, Kyiv says
Business|Travel|World

Delta to pause flights between New York and Tel Aviv through March

Delta Air Lines said on Tuesday it will pause its flights between New York's JFK airport and Tel Aviv through March, due to escalating conflict and safety concerns in Israel.

Delta to pause flights between New York and Tel Aviv through March
US|World

Worry grows as multiple agencies struggle to tally unaccounted individuals after storm

Worry grows as multiple agencies struggle to tally unaccounted individuals after storm

Worry grows as multiple agencies struggle to tally unaccounted individuals after storm
Europe|Political|US|World

Biden planning to convene ‘European Quad’ during Germany visit this week, officials say

Biden planning to convene ‘European Quad’ during Germany visit this week, officials say

Biden planning to convene ‘European Quad’ during Germany visit this week, officials say
Economy|World

World Bank's Banga says wider war in Mideast would impact global economy

World Bank President Ajay Banga on Tuesday warned that a significant widening of the Israel-Gaza war could lead to major impacts on the global

World Bank's Banga says wider war in Mideast would impact global economy
Economy|Finance|US|World

Banga says Trump understands value of international financial institutions

World Bank President Ajay Banga on Tuesday said former President Donald Trump understands the value of international financial institutions and

Banga says Trump understands value of international financial institutions
Crime|Europe|World

Lufthansa fined a record $4 million for denying boarding to 128 Jews who didn’t know each other

Lufthansa fined a record $4 million for denying boarding to 128 Jews who didn’t know each other

Lufthansa fined a record $4 million for denying boarding to 128 Jews who didn’t know each other
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Mexican officials shake off investor concern in bilateral business summit

Mexican officials urged safety and stability in private investment in the country on Tuesday, following a bilateral summit with business leaders in which

Mexican officials shake off investor concern in bilateral business summit
US|World

US raised concerns with Israel over bombing campaign in Beirut, State Dept says

The United States opposes the bombing campaign that Israel has carried out in Beirut in past weeks and has communicated its concerns particularly over the

US raised concerns with Israel over bombing campaign in Beirut, State Dept says
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

World Bank acts to boost lending capacity by $30 billion over 10 years

The World Bank voted on Tuesday to change its internal lending guidelines, freeing up $30 billion in additional lending capacity over the next

World Bank acts to boost lending capacity by $30 billion over 10 years
Political|US|World

Trump says it would be a 'smart thing' if he spoke to Putin, though he won't confirm he has

Former President Donald Trump is refusing to say whether he’s spoken with Russian President Vladimir Putin since Trump left the White House

Trump says it would be a 'smart thing' if he spoke to Putin, though he won't confirm he has
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Netanyahu opposes ceasefire deal that would not halt Hezbollah from rearming

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Tuesday he told French President Emmanuel Macron that he would not agree to a ceasefire deal that failed to

Netanyahu opposes ceasefire deal that would not halt Hezbollah from rearming
Environment|Science|World

Missed out on the northern lights? Scientists expect more solar storms to produce auroras

Space weather experts say expect to see more northern lights in unusual places as the sun continues to sizzle

Missed out on the northern lights? Scientists expect more solar storms to produce auroras
Environment|Political|US|World

FEMA resumes door-to-door visits in North Carolina after threats tied to disinformation

Officials say federal disaster workers have resumed door-to-door visits as part of hurricane recovery efforts in North Carolina

FEMA resumes door-to-door visits in North Carolina after threats tied to disinformation
Americas|Crime|World

Mexican president acknowledges army killings of 3 civilians in a violent border city

Mexico’s new president acknowledged Tuesday that three civilians including a child died in two shootouts involving the military last week in a violent border city

Mexican president acknowledges army killings of 3 civilians in a violent border city
Environment|Science|US|World

Two giant pandas arrive at Washington's National Zoo from China

A pair of giant pandas arrived in Washington from China on Tuesday to move into their new home at the U.S.

Two giant pandas arrive at Washington's National Zoo from China
Celebrity|Crime|Europe|Sports|World

Soccer-Kylian Mbappe's representatives say reports footballer faces rape probe are 'false' and a 'slanderous rumour'

Allegations of rape against French footballer Kylian Mbappe are "totally false" and "a slanderous rumour", his representatives said, and

Soccer-Kylian Mbappe's representatives say reports footballer faces rape probe are 'false' and a 'slanderous rumour'
US|World

Trump says if he spoke to Putin 'it's a smart thing' to do

Former President Donald Trump declined to say on Tuesday whether he had spoken to Russian President Vladimir Putin since leaving office in 2021 but said if he had done so it

Trump says if he spoke to Putin 'it's a smart thing' to do
MidEast|Political|US|World

US warns Israel to boost humanitarian aid into Gaza or risk losing weapons funding

The Biden administration has warned Israel that it must increase the amount of humanitarian aid it is allowing into Gaza within the next 30 days or it could risk losing access to U.S. weapons funding

US warns Israel to boost humanitarian aid into Gaza or risk losing weapons funding
MidEast|Political|World

Hezbollah vows to expand attacks in Israel after deadly strike in Lebanon's Christian heartland

Hezbollah's acting leader says the militant group will aim rockets into more areas of Israel

Hezbollah vows to expand attacks in Israel after deadly strike in Lebanon's Christian heartland
Africa|Arts|Travel|World

A grand museum displaying Egypt's ancient treasures is opening for a trial run

The long-delayed Grand Egyptian Museum will partially open its main galleries Wednesday, showcasing 12 halls that exhibit aspects of ancient Egypt

A grand museum displaying Egypt's ancient treasures is opening for a trial run
US|World

Israel assures US it won't strike Iranian nuclear or oil sites, US officials say

U.S. officials say the Biden administration believes it has won assurances from Israel that it will not strike Iranian nuclear or oil sites as it looks to strike back following Iran’s missile barrage earlier this month

Israel assures US it won't strike Iranian nuclear or oil sites, US officials say
Crime|US|World

'Please don't let me die here': Man in Florida community talks about surviving fatal tornado

'Please don't let me die here': Man in Florida community talks about surviving fatal tornado

'Please don't let me die here': Man in Florida community talks about surviving fatal tornado
Asia|World

China criticises former Taiwan president's visit to Prague

China's embassy in Prague criticised on Tuesday a visit by former Taiwan president Tsai Ing-wen to the Czech capital, where she met senior officials and spoke at a conference on

China criticises former Taiwan president's visit to Prague
Economy|Finance|MidEast|World

Israel inflation eases to 3.5% in September but stays above target

Israel's inflation rate eased in September for the first time in seven months, data from the Central Bureau of Statistics showed on Tuesday, but it likely will

Israel inflation eases to 3.5% in September but stays above target
Political|Technology|World

Israel asks its defence sector to help foil drone attacks

Israel's government has turned to industry to bolster the military's ability to intercept aerial drones launched by Iran or the Lebanese Hezbollah militia.

Israel asks its defence sector to help foil drone attacks
Health|MidEast|World

Deadly Israeli airstrike targets hospital complex where thousands were sheltering

Several people were killed by an Israeli airstrike on a hospital courtyard in central Gaza where displaced Palestinians were sheltering, according to Doctors without Borders, or Medecins sans Frontiers (MSF). Hospital officials said thousands of people have been sheltering on the grounds. In a statement, the Israeli military said it conducted a “precise strike” on a Hamas command center. CNN's Nada Bashir reports.

Deadly Israeli airstrike targets hospital complex where thousands were sheltering
MidEast|Political|US|World

US suggests military aid to Israel is at risk in letter demanding more aid for Gaza

US suggests military aid to Israel is at risk in letter demanding more aid for Gaza

US suggests military aid to Israel is at risk in letter demanding more aid for Gaza
Political|World

Russia releases man whose daughter's drawing opposed Ukraine fighting

A group that monitors political detentions in Russia says that a man convicted of discrediting the military after his daughter made a drawing criticizing Russia’s military actions in Ukraine has been released from prison after serving 22 months

Russia releases man whose daughter's drawing opposed Ukraine fighting
Asia|Science|US|World

Pandas arrive in Washington DC

After departing from a base in Dujiangyan, China, giant pandas Bao Li and Qing Bao have arrived in the US on their way to the Smithsonian's National Zoo. The pair are the first pandas China has sent to Washington in 24 years.

Pandas arrive in Washington DC
Europe|World

EU offers to tighten migration stance under pressure from governments

The European Commission will propose during its new term measures to tighten the EU's stance on migration, responding to pressure from governments across the

EU offers to tighten migration stance under pressure from governments
Europe|World

Bosnians bury 19 victims of devastating floods

Hundreds of people attended prayers on Tuesday for 19 villagers who died when flash floods and landslides swept through swathes of central and southern

Bosnians bury 19 victims of devastating floods
Europe|Political|World

Sweden's armed forces to grow to 115,000 by 2030, government says

Sweden will bolster the size of its armed forces by some 27,000 men and women by 2030 to around 115,000 people, including professional soldiers and conscripts, as the country

Sweden's armed forces to grow to 115,000 by 2030, government says
Africa|Political|World

Kenya's High Court rejects move to stop deputy president's impeachment debate

Kenya’s High Court has rejected an application by the deputy president’s lawyers to stop the senate from debating an impeachment motion against him after parliament voted to remove him from office last week

Kenya's High Court rejects move to stop deputy president's impeachment debate
Political|World

Hezbollah deputy chief says group aims to inflict pain on Israel

Hezbollah's deputy secretary general Naim Qassem said on Tuesday his group has adopted "a new calculation" to inflict pain on Israel, even as he called for a ceasefire.

Hezbollah deputy chief says group aims to inflict pain on Israel
MidEast|World

Israel's demining near Golan signals wider front against Hezbollah, sources say

In a sign Israel may expand its ground operations against Hezbollah while bolstering its own defences, its troops have cleared

Israel's demining near Golan signals wider front against Hezbollah, sources say
Europe|World

Four-fifths of Ukrainians support ban of Russia-linked church in poll

Four-fifths of Ukrainians said they supported a new law banning Russia-affiliated religious groups in a survey released on Tuesday, as Kyiv seeks to root out a branch of

Four-fifths of Ukrainians support ban of Russia-linked church in poll
Europe|MidEast|World

4 people die in a migrant boat accident off a Greek island

Greek authorities say four people, including two children, have died off the island of Kos in an accident involving a migrant smuggling boat crossing from nearby Turkey

4 people die in a migrant boat accident off a Greek island
Technology|US|World

Cyber criminals are increasingly helping Russia and China target the US and allies, Microsoft says

Russia, China and Iran are expanding their partnerships with cyber criminals to conduct cyberespionage and cyberattacks against the U.S. and other nations, according to a new report from Microsoft

Cyber criminals are increasingly helping Russia and China target the US and allies, Microsoft says
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Kremlin says its mutual defence agreement with North Korea is 'unambiguous'

Russia said on Tuesday that a treaty it signed with North Korea earlier this year provides for "strategic cooperation" in all areas, but declined to be drawn on how a mutual defence

Kremlin says its mutual defence agreement with North Korea is 'unambiguous'
Asia|Political|World

India and Canada see no impact on trade ties from diplomatic spat

India and Canada do not see diplomatic fallout over the murder of a Sikh separatist leader having any immediate impact on bilateral trade ties, government officials from

India and Canada see no impact on trade ties from diplomatic spat
Asia|World

Russian man rescued alive after almost 10 weeks adrift in sea off Siberian coast

Russian man rescued alive after almost 10 weeks adrift in sea off Siberian coast

Russian man rescued alive after almost 10 weeks adrift in sea off Siberian coast
Crime|Europe|World

Russian man jailed for daughter's anti-war drawing alleges dire conditions in prison

Alexei Moskalyov, a Russian man jailed for two years for discrediting the army after his daughter drew an anti-war picture, alleged after his release on Tuesday that he had been

Russian man jailed for daughter's anti-war drawing alleges dire conditions in prison
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Canada-India dispute over assassination allegations could impact Modi's global ambitions

A diplomatic row that has strained bilateral relations between India and Canada for over a year has boiled over as the countries expelled each other’s top diplomats over the killing of a Sikh activist in Canada and allegations of other crimes there

Canada-India dispute over assassination allegations could impact Modi's global ambitions
Africa|Environment|Food|Health|World

Southern Africa is enduring its worst hunger crisis in decades due to El Niño, the UN says

The United Nations' food agency says months of drought in southern Africa triggered by the El Niño weather phenomenon have had a devastating impact on more than 27 million people and caused the region’s worst hunger crisis in decades

Southern Africa is enduring its worst hunger crisis in decades due to El Niño, the UN says
MidEast|Political|World

Israel assures US it plans to target Iran’s military, not oil or nuclear sites, source says

Israel assures US it plans to target Iran’s military, not oil or nuclear sites, source says

Israel assures US it plans to target Iran’s military, not oil or nuclear sites, source says
Europe|Political|World

Italy's Meloni calls plan to send migrants to Albania courageous, unprecedented

Italy is setting an example for the rest of Europe by sending migrants to third countries to process their asylum requests, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said on

Italy's Meloni calls plan to send migrants to Albania courageous, unprecedented
Health|MidEast|World

Gaza polio campaign starts well, WHO says, despite Israeli strikes

The World Health Organization said on Tuesday it had been able to start its polio campaign in central Gaza and vaccinate tens of thousands of children despite Israeli strikes in the

Gaza polio campaign starts well, WHO says, despite Israeli strikes
Education|MidEast|World

Mass displacement in Lebanon war revives spectre of sectarian strife

Marjayoun, a majority Christian town in southern Lebanon, opened its schools and a church last month to house scores of people fleeing Israel's bombardment of

Mass displacement in Lebanon war revives spectre of sectarian strife
Asia|World

After 67 days adrift, a Russian man was rescued but his brother and nephew are dead

A Russian man has been rescued in the Sea of Okhotsk after surviving for two months in an inflatable boat that lost its engine, but his brother and nephew have died

After 67 days adrift, a Russian man was rescued but his brother and nephew are dead
Americas|Asia|World

Who is Lawrence Bishnoi, at centre of spat between India and Canada?

India and Canada expelled six of each others' diplomats in tit-for-tat moves after Ottawa accused Indian government agents of links to the 2023 murder of a Sikh

Who is Lawrence Bishnoi, at centre of spat between India and Canada?
Economy|Finance|MidEast|World

Israel GDP growth revised down to 0.3% as Gaza war takes economic toll

Israel's economy grew slower in the second quarter than previously thought, data showed on Tuesday, as Israel's war in Gaza against the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas continued

Israel GDP growth revised down to 0.3% as Gaza war takes economic toll
MidEast|Political|World

Many victims of Israeli strike on north Lebanon were women and children, UN rights office says

The U.N. human rights office said on Tuesday it had received reports that most of the 22 victims of an Israeli air strike on a building in northern Lebanon were women and children.

Many victims of Israeli strike on north Lebanon were women and children, UN rights office says
Political|World

Italy's PM to visit Lebanon, says U.N. mission should not be withdrawn

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said on Tuesday she plans to visit Lebanon on Oct. 18, just days after Israeli forces attacked U.N. bases in the country, drawing

Italy's PM to visit Lebanon, says U.N. mission should not be withdrawn
Asia|MidEast|Opinion|Political|World

Taliban-run media stops showing images of living beings in some Afghan provinces

A Taliban official says official media have stopped showing images of living beings in some Afghan provinces to comply with morality laws

Taliban-run media stops showing images of living beings in some Afghan provinces
Science|US|World

Meteorologist breaks down what a 'La Niña winter' means

A weak La Niña is expected to develop ahead of the winter season and influence temperatures, precipitation, and by extension, even snow across the United States. CNN's Chad Myers breaks down what it all means.

Meteorologist breaks down what a 'La Niña winter' means
Science|US|World

A La Niña winter is coming. Here’s what that could mean for the US

A La Niña winter is coming. Here’s what that could mean for the US

A La Niña winter is coming. Here’s what that could mean for the US
Europe|Health|World

France raises bird flu risk level

France has raised its risk level of bird flu to 'moderate' from 'negligible', it said in a decree published in the official journal on Tuesday, a move that will reinforce security

France raises bird flu risk level
Asia|World

Indian minister in Pakistan on rare visit, for Shanghai Cooperation forum

Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar arrived in Pakistan on Tuesday in the first such visit in almost a decade for a meeting

Indian minister in Pakistan on rare visit, for Shanghai Cooperation forum
Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Italy working to implement agreement on G7 Ukraine loan-Meloni

Italy is working to implement an agreement on a loan to Ukraine backed by Russian assets held in the European Union, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said on Tuesday.

Italy working to implement agreement on G7 Ukraine loan-Meloni
Europe|Political|World

Greek, Turkish foreign ministers to meet on Nov. 8, sources say

Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis will meet his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan in Athens on Nov. 8 to discuss bilateral issues including the demarcation of an exclusive

Greek, Turkish foreign ministers to meet on Nov. 8, sources say
Asia|World

Takeaways from China's latest war games around Taiwan

China said its day of war games around democratically governed Taiwan on Monday was a warning against "separatist acts" and threatened more could be

Takeaways from China's latest war games around Taiwan
Asia|Videos|World

Video shows North Korea demolishing roads and railways linking to South Korea

South Korea's Defense Ministry has released video that shows North Korea demolishing roads and railways that used to link the two Koreas. CNN's Mike Valerio has more.

Video shows North Korea demolishing roads and railways linking to South Korea
Asia|World

North Korea blows up roads near border with South after warning it would completely cut ties

North Korea blows up roads near border with South after warning it would completely cut ties

North Korea blows up roads near border with South after warning it would completely cut ties
Asia|World

Violence-hit Pakistan locks down its capital for an Asian security meeting

Pakistani authorities have locked down the capital in a major security move as senior officials from several nations arrive for an Asian security group meeting

Violence-hit Pakistan locks down its capital for an Asian security meeting
Africa|World

Monsoon havoc exposes West and Central Africa's rising flood risks

Father-of-seven Dah Toubada Kadapia stood on a stack of homemade sandbags in his backyard in Chad's capital N'Djamena, surrounded by

Monsoon havoc exposes West and Central Africa's rising flood risks
Health|Political|US|World

Harris reacts to claim Trump secretly sent Putin individual Covid tests at height of pandemic

During an interview at “The Howard Stern Show,” Vice President Kamala Harris reacted to new details from journalist Bob Woodward’s book claiming former President Donald Trump sent a secret shipment of Covid-19 testing equipment to Russian President Vladimir Putin for his personal use during the height of the pandemic.

Harris reacts to claim Trump secretly sent Putin individual Covid tests at height of pandemic
MidEast|Political|World

Qatar to hold referendum on measure to abandon legislative elections, Emir says

Qatar will hold a rare referendum for citizens to vote on a set of constitutional amendments, including a proposal that would abandon an effort to introduce elections,

Qatar to hold referendum on measure to abandon legislative elections, Emir says
Asia|Environment|Science|World

La Nina is becoming less likely, Australia's weather bureau says

The likelihood of a La Nina weather event in coming months has decreased, Australia's weather bureau said on Tuesday, adding that if the phenomenon did appear, it would be weak

La Nina is becoming less likely, Australia's weather bureau says
MidEast|World

Middle East latest: Hezbollah's acting leader says the group is focused on hurting Israel

Hezbollah’s acting leader says the Lebanese militant group is focused on “hurting the enemy” by targeting Haifa and other parts of Israel, including Tel Aviv

Middle East latest: Hezbollah's acting leader says the group is focused on hurting Israel
Europe|World

Russia's attack on Ukraine's Mykolaiv kills one, injures 16, governor says

Russia's attack on Ukraine's southern city of Mykolaiv killed one person and injured at least 16, the head of the regional military administration said on Tuesday.

Russia's attack on Ukraine's Mykolaiv kills one, injures 16, governor says
Crime|US|World

What we know about FEMA efforts in North Carolina after reported threats lead to an arrest

What we know about FEMA efforts in North Carolina after reported threats lead to an arrest

What we know about FEMA efforts in North Carolina after reported threats lead to an arrest
Asia|Political|World

Russia, China bolster defence ties at 'substantive' talks

Russia and China held "substantive" defence and military talks to bolster ties, Russia's defence minister said on Tuesday, as Moscow and Beijing cement a "no limits" partnership and step

Russia, China bolster defence ties at 'substantive' talks
Europe|MidEast|World

Iran summons Hungarian ambassador, condemns EU and UK sanctions

Iran's foreign ministry summoned Hungary's ambassador on Tuesday to protest against new European Union sanctions on Tehran, and denied Western allegations that it has transferred

Iran summons Hungarian ambassador, condemns EU and UK sanctions
Political|World

How did a killing at a Sikh temple lead to Canada and India expelling each other's diplomats?

Relations between India and Canada are at a low point as the countries expelled each other’s top diplomats over an ongoing dispute about the killing of a Sikh activist in Canada

How did a killing at a Sikh temple lead to Canada and India expelling each other's diplomats?
Asia|Science|Technology|World

China unveils its plans to turn its feats in space exploration into scientific advances

China has made great strides in exploring space in recent years, rocketing astronauts to its own space station and bringing back rocks from the moon

China unveils its plans to turn its feats in space exploration into scientific advances
Asia|World

A record number of Chinese warplanes flew close to Taiwan during military drills

A record number of Chinese warplanes flew close to Taiwan during military drills

A record number of Chinese warplanes flew close to Taiwan during military drills
Asia|Videos|World

Russian rescued after 67 days adrift in waters fringing Pacific

Russian authorities said on Tuesday they had rescued a man whose tiny boat drifted for 67 days since August in waters edging the northwestern Pacific, but his brother and nephew died

Russian rescued after 67 days adrift in waters fringing Pacific
Environment|Health|Science|World

A Hong Kong zoo seeks answers after 9 monkeys die in 2 days

Hong Kong’s oldest zoo is seeking answers in a monkey medical mystery after nine animals died in two days, including three members of a critically endangered species

A Hong Kong zoo seeks answers after 9 monkeys die in 2 days
Environment|Travel|World

King Charles III set to visit Australia and Samoa on a trip spanning a dozen time zones

King Charles III will travel halfway around the world to Samoa this month to take his seat as the head of the Commonwealth and highlight the existential threat climate change poses for Pacific island nations

King Charles III set to visit Australia and Samoa on a trip spanning a dozen time zones
Crime|Political|US|World

Rulings signal US courts may be more open to lawsuits accusing foreign officials of abuses

A U.S. court has given two top associates of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman until early November to turn over any evidence in a lawsuit

Rulings signal US courts may be more open to lawsuits accusing foreign officials of abuses
Economy|Finance|World

IMF says global public debt to top $100 trillion, growth may accelerate

The world's total public debt is set to exceed $100 trillion this year for the first time, and may grow more quickly than forecast as political sentiment favors

IMF says global public debt to top $100 trillion, growth may accelerate
US|World

Migrant deaths in New Mexico have increased tenfold

New Mexico authorities are grappling with a growing number of migrants dying in the state's border region, with the remains of more than 100 found in the first eight months of the year in the state

Migrant deaths in New Mexico have increased tenfold
Political|US|World

Israel will listen to US but make own decisions, Netanyahu's office says

Israel will listen to the United States but will decide its actions according to its own national interest, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said in a statement on

Israel will listen to US but make own decisions, Netanyahu's office says
Asia|World

North Korea blows up parts of inter-Korean road and rail links in a symbolic display of anger

South Korea says North Korea blew up the northern parts of inter-Korean road and rail links no longer in use

North Korea blows up parts of inter-Korean road and rail links in a symbolic display of anger
Asia|World

North Korea blows up inter-Korean road, rail lines near border

North Korea blew up sections of inter-Korean roads and rail lines on its side of the heavily fortified border between the two Koreas on Tuesday,

North Korea blows up inter-Korean road, rail lines near border
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

China may raise $850 billion in new debt over three years to spur growth, says report

China may raise an additional 6 trillion yuan ($850 billion) from special treasury bonds over three years to stimulate a sagging economy, local media

China may raise $850 billion in new debt over three years to spur growth, says report
Asia|Political|World

Japan conveys to China its concern over military drills around Taiwan

Japan has conveyed to China its concern over the military drills conducted around Taiwan on Monday, Japanese Deputy Chief Cabinet Secretary Kazuhiko Aoki told a regular press

Japan conveys to China its concern over military drills around Taiwan
US|World

US warns Iran to stop plotting against Trump, says US official

The United States has warned the Iranian government to stop all plotting against Republican Donald Trump and said that Washington would view any attempt on his

US warns Iran to stop plotting against Trump, says US official
Asia|World

Taiwan says China uses record number of aircraft in war games

China used a record 153 military aircraft in war games around Taiwan, the island's government said on Tuesday, adding that such drills without prior warning were a

Taiwan says China uses record number of aircraft in war games
Asia|Economy|Finance|World

Growth across Pacific slows as post-pandemic rebound fades, says World Bank

Growth across the Pacific Islands is expected to slow to 3.6% this year, down from 5.8% in 2023, as a post-pandemic rebound fades and Fiji, contributing half of

Growth across Pacific slows as post-pandemic rebound fades, says World Bank
MidEast|World

‘The world failed us’: Parents of slain Israeli-American hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin grapple with ‘crushing’ loss

‘The world failed us’: Parents of slain Israeli-American hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin grapple with ‘crushing’ loss

‘The world failed us’: Parents of slain Israeli-American hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin grapple with ‘crushing’ loss
Crime|Intereview|MidEast|US|Videos|World

Parents whose son was killed by Hamas describe the conditions of his captivity

CNN’s Anderson Cooper talks to Jon and Rachel Goldberg-Polin, whose son was held hostage and then murdered by Hamas, about what they know of the conditions he endured in captivity, and how he was killed.

Parents whose son was killed by Hamas describe the conditions of his captivity
Asia|Economy|Finance|World

Oil plunges 4% as Iran supply disruption concerns ease, demand outlook weakens

Oil prices tumbled more than 4% to a near two-week low on Tuesday due to a weaker demand outlook and after a media report said Israel would not strike Iranian nuclear and oil sites,

Oil plunges 4% as Iran supply disruption concerns ease, demand outlook weakens
MidEast|Political|World

UN Security Council voices 'strong concern' for UN peacekeepers after Israeli attacks

The U.N. Security Council expressed “strong concern” as Israel has fired on and wounded U.N. peacekeepers in southern Lebanon during intensified fighting, reiterating its support for their role in supporting security in the region

UN Security Council voices 'strong concern' for UN peacekeepers after Israeli attacks
Crime|MidEast|World

'We were in battle': Parents of murdered Israeli-American hostage speak to CNN

CNN's Anderson Cooper speaks with Jon and Rachel Goldberg-Polin, whose son Hersh was murdered after being taken captive and killed by Hamas.

'We were in battle': Parents of murdered Israeli-American hostage speak to CNN
Crime|Economy|US|World

Over 200 arrests outside New York Stock Exchange after U.S. announces aid to Israel

Over 200 arrests outside New York Stock Exchange after U.S. announces aid to Israel

Over 200 arrests outside New York Stock Exchange after U.S. announces aid to Israel
Business|Economy|Health|World

Hospitals nationwide struggle with IV fluid shortages after Hurricane Helene disrupts supply chain

Hospitals nationwide struggle with IV fluid shortages after Hurricane Helene disrupts supply chain

Hospitals nationwide struggle with IV fluid shortages after Hurricane Helene disrupts supply chain
MidEast|World

UN Security Council backs Lebanon peacekeepers after Israeli attacks

The United Nations Security Council on Monday expressed strong concern after several U.N. peacekeeping positions in southern Lebanon came under fire amid

UN Security Council backs Lebanon peacekeepers after Israeli attacks
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine holds new online conference on peace, calls for revised security system

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's chief of staff called on Monday for a new international security system to preclude future instances of armed aggression, as he addressed an

Ukraine holds new online conference on peace, calls for revised security system
Science|Videos|World

CNN takes exclusive look at prep for pandas' move from China

Preparations are underway for the arrival of two giant pandas from southwest China to Smithsonian National Zoo in Washington, DC. CNN gained exclusive access on the ground in Sichuan province to see how transition efforts were going. CNN's David Culver reports.

CNN takes exclusive look at prep for pandas' move from China
Americas|World

Hailing the end of graft in Mexico, lawmakers advance judicial overhaul

Lawmakers in Mexico's lower house of Congress voted overwhelmingly on Monday in favor of legislation that will implement a controversial judicial overhaul moving

Hailing the end of graft in Mexico, lawmakers advance judicial overhaul
MidEast|Travel|World

Australia urges citizens to leave Israel citing rising tensions

Australia has warned its citizens not to travel to Israel and urged Australians there to leave the country while commercial flights remained available, citing the conflict between

Australia urges citizens to leave Israel citing rising tensions
Political|Technology|US|World

Sending a THAAD air defense system to Israel adds to strain on US Army forces

U.S. Army leaders say the deployment of a Terminal High Altitude Area Defense battery to Israel and roughly 100 soldiers to operate it will add to strains on the Army’s air defense forces

Sending a THAAD air defense system to Israel adds to strain on US Army forces
MidEast|World

Netanyahu denies targeting UNIFIL, calls for withdrawal, UNIFIL says we're staying

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday rejected accusations that Israeli troops had deliberately targeted UNIFIL peacekeepers in Lebanon as "completely false" and

Netanyahu denies targeting UNIFIL, calls for withdrawal, UNIFIL says we're staying
Asia|Political|World

Russia blames South Korea for tension, calls for diplomacy

Russia's Foreign Ministry accused South Korea on Monday of boosting tension in its relations with the Communist North and called for diplomacy in restoring calm and security on the Korean

Russia blames South Korea for tension, calls for diplomacy
Crime|World

What led to Canada, India expelling top diplomats?

Canada has expelled six Indian diplomats and consular officials in relation to an investigation of the murder of a Sikh separatist leader in British Columbia last year, the foreign

What led to Canada, India expelling top diplomats?
Political|World

Canada expels Indian diplomats after tying government agents to ‘serious criminal activity’

Canada expels Indian diplomats after tying government agents to ‘serious criminal activity’

Canada expels Indian diplomats after tying government agents to ‘serious criminal activity’
Europe|Political|World

NATO will not be intimidated by Russia's threats, Rutte says at Ukraine mission HQ

NATO will not be cowed by Russian threats but keep up its strong support of Kyiv, NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte said on his first visit to the

NATO will not be intimidated by Russia's threats, Rutte says at Ukraine mission HQ
Europe|World

Russian embassy in Norway says it is reducing consular staff to two

Russia's embassy in Norway said on Monday it was reducing its consular staff to two in accordance with a demand submitted by Norwegian authorities, according to a statement posted on

Russian embassy in Norway says it is reducing consular staff to two
Asia|World

UK calls for restraint after China's military drills around Taiwan

Britain said on Monday it was concerned by China's military exercises around Taiwan and said they increased tensions and risked "dangerous escalation" in the Taiwan Strait.

UK calls for restraint after China's military drills around Taiwan
Environment|Europe|Science|World

EU ministers agree on COP29 negotiating position - official

EU environment ministers agreed on the bloc's negotiating position ahead of the COP 29 United Nations climate summit in Azerbaijan next month, a council statement

EU ministers agree on COP29 negotiating position - official
Political|World

North Korea sending citizens to help Russian military fight Ukraine, Zelensky says

North Korea sending citizens to help Russian military fight Ukraine, Zelensky says

North Korea sending citizens to help Russian military fight Ukraine, Zelensky says
Americas|Travel|World

Venezuela recognizes fiery ritual honoring goddess as cultural heritage

Hundreds of bare-chested men circle flames on a dark night to the beat of drums in central Venezuela's mountains.

Venezuela recognizes fiery ritual honoring goddess as cultural heritage
Asia|World

Pentagon slams 'destabilizing' Chinese war games around Taiwan

The Pentagon on Monday strongly criticized Chinese military war games around Taiwan, calling them destabilizing.

Pentagon slams 'destabilizing' Chinese war games around Taiwan
Europe|World

Italy sends the first ship with migrants to Albania as rights groups warn of a dangerous precedent

Italy is transferring the first group of migrants to Albania as part of a contentious plan to process thousands of asylum-seekers outside its borders

Italy sends the first ship with migrants to Albania as rights groups warn of a dangerous precedent
Economy|Finance|MidEast|World

Dozens of pro-Palestinian protesters arrested outside New York Stock Exchange

Dozens of people protesting Israel’s war in Gaza have been arrested in a sit-in outside the New York Stock Exchange

Dozens of pro-Palestinian protesters arrested outside New York Stock Exchange
Africa|Sports|World

Nigeria to boycott AFCON qualifier against Libya after players claim they were left stranded at airport overnight

Nigeria to boycott AFCON qualifier against Libya after players claim they were left stranded at airport overnight

Nigeria to boycott AFCON qualifier against Libya after players claim they were left stranded at airport overnight
Environment|US|World

Florida returning to something like normal after Hurricane Milton

Florida counties hard hit by Hurricane Milton are returning to a semblance of normalcy with power being restored to most areas, gas stations reopening and students returning to school this week

Florida returning to something like normal after Hurricane Milton
Environment|US|World

FEMA workers change some hurricane-recovery efforts in North Carolina after receiving threats

Officials say federal disaster workers paused and then changed some of their hurricane-recovery efforts in North Carolina, including abandoning door-to-door visits, after receiving threats

FEMA workers change some hurricane-recovery efforts in North Carolina after receiving threats
Business|Economy|US|World

Lilly Ledbetter, an icon of the fight for equal pay, has died at 86

Lilly Ledbetter, a former Alabama factory manager whose lawsuit against her employer made her an icon of the equal pay movement and led to landmark wage discrimination legislation, has died at 86

Lilly Ledbetter, an icon of the fight for equal pay, has died at 86
Europe|Political|World

France calls for immediate release of French researcher jailed in Russia

France called on Monday for the immediate release of French researcher Laurent Vinatier after he was found guilty by a Moscow court of breaking Russia's "foreign agent" laws and

France calls for immediate release of French researcher jailed in Russia
Crime|US|World

What to know about shaken baby syndrome as a Texas man could be first in US executed over it

A Texas man this week could become the first person executed in the U.S. under a murder conviction tied to the diagnosis of shaken baby syndrome

What to know about shaken baby syndrome as a Texas man could be first in US executed over it
Asia|Political|World

China urges caution in Israel-Iran tensions, calls for ceasefire

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi called on all parties involved in tensions between Israel and Iran on Monday to exercise caution and avoid escalating the situation.

China urges caution in Israel-Iran tensions, calls for ceasefire
Political|World

Zelenskiy says he was briefed on N.Korean 'involvement' in Ukraine war

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Monday he had been briefed about North Korea's involvement in the war in his country and Russia's plans for this autumn and winter.

Zelenskiy says he was briefed on N.Korean 'involvement' in Ukraine war
Crime|US|World

Indian committee probing US assassination plot plans to visit Washington, State Dept says

An Indian government committee investigating Indian involvement in a foiled murder plot against a prominent activist in the United States will meet U.S. officials in

Indian committee probing US assassination plot plans to visit Washington, State Dept says
Americas|Asia|US|World

China's newest panda diplomats are being transported to the US

China’s newest diplomats have departed from their Dujiangyan base and are set to fly to the US, headed for Washington’s National Zoo. CNN was the sole foreign media outlet present to witness their departure.

China's newest panda diplomats are being transported to the US
Crime|MidEast|World

Hezbollah's drones are a fierce and evasive threat to Israel

A single drone, which evaded Israel’s vaunted aerial defense system, slammed into a mess hall at a military training camp deep inside Israel, killing four soldiers and wounding dozens of others

Hezbollah's drones are a fierce and evasive threat to Israel
Africa|Business|Economy|World

Congo cancels an auction for 27 sites earmarked for oil exploration

The government of Congo has canceled an auction for 27 sites earmarked for oil exploration, citing late submissions and a lack of competition

Congo cancels an auction for 27 sites earmarked for oil exploration
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Turkish economy to cool more than government expects

Turkey's economy will grow 3% this year and next, lower than the government's recently updated forecasts, a Reuters poll of economists showed on Monday, pointing to a much deeper

Turkish economy to cool more than government expects
Environment|World

Freeze warnings issued for millions with the coldest temperatures in months incoming

Freeze warnings issued for millions with the coldest temperatures in months incoming

Freeze warnings issued for millions with the coldest temperatures in months incoming
Environment|Science|World

The Sahara Desert flooded for the first time in decades. Here’s what it looks like

The Sahara Desert flooded for the first time in decades. Here’s what it looks like

The Sahara Desert flooded for the first time in decades. Here’s what it looks like
Asia|Political|World

Canada expels India's top diplomat and alleges wider diplomatic involvement in crimes

Canada says it has identified India’s top diplomat in the country as a person of interest in the assassination of a Sikh activist there and expelled him and five other diplomats

Canada expels India's top diplomat and alleges wider diplomatic involvement in crimes
MidEast|Political|World

What is UNIFIL, the peacekeeping force on the Israel-Lebanon border?

What is UNIFIL, the peacekeeping force on the Israel-Lebanon border?

What is UNIFIL, the peacekeeping force on the Israel-Lebanon border?
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Technology|World

EU 'wants level playing field', but still negotiating with China on car tariffs

The European Union wants a level playing field with China on car tariffs and is negotiating with Beijing on mechanisms such as price commitments or investments in Europe as a

EU 'wants level playing field', but still negotiating with China on car tariffs
Europe|MidEast|World

Italy dispatches first group of migrants to Albania, source says

Italy is transporting a first group of migrants to Albania aboard a navy ship, a source close to the matter said on Monday, activating a controversial plan to process

Italy dispatches first group of migrants to Albania, source says
Europe|Political|World

Poland's leader defends his decision to suspend the right to asylum

Human and civil rights groups are expressing concern after Poland's leader said he would suspend the right to asylum because of its alleged abuse by eastern neighbors Belarus and Russia

Poland's leader defends his decision to suspend the right to asylum
Europe|MidEast|World

UK sanctions Iranian military figures following attack on Israel

Britain has imposed sanctions against Iranian individuals and organisations after Iran's attack on Israel on Oct. 1, Britain's Foreign Office said on Monday.

UK sanctions Iranian military figures following attack on Israel
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine urges Brazil to arrest Putin if he attends G20 summit

By Anthony Deutsch THE HAGUE - Ukraine's top prosecutor said he had received intelligence indicating that Russian President Vladimir Putin may attend the G20 summit in Brazil next month, and called on

Ukraine urges Brazil to arrest Putin if he attends G20 summit
Europe|World

Italy's top court overturns acquittals in Berlusconi Bunga Bunga case

Italy's supreme court on Monday overturned the acquittal of 23 people over allegations they took bribes from late prime minister Silvio Berlusconi to lie in an underage prostitution

Italy's top court overturns acquittals in Berlusconi Bunga Bunga case
Science|World

50 well-preserved Viking Age skeletons unearthed in Denmark

Archaeologists in Denmark have unearthed a Viking Age burial ground containing some 50 “exceptionally well-preserved” skeletons

50 well-preserved Viking Age skeletons unearthed in Denmark
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ex-Stasi officer sentenced to 10 years in jail over 1974 Berlin Wall killing

A former officer for Communist East Germany's Stasi secret police was sentenced to 10 years in prison on Monday for the fatal shooting of a Polish firefighter at a

Ex-Stasi officer sentenced to 10 years in jail over 1974 Berlin Wall killing
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia jails French researcher Vinatier for three years in 'foreign agent' case

French researcher Laurent Vinatier was found guilty by a Moscow court on Monday of breaking Russia's "foreign agent" laws and sentenced to three years in prison.

Russia jails French researcher Vinatier for three years in 'foreign agent' case
Crime|Europe|World

French citizen convicted in Russia of collecting military information and gets 3 years in prison

A Russian court has convicted a French citizen of collecting information on military issues and sentenced him to three years in prison

French citizen convicted in Russia of collecting military information and gets 3 years in prison
Business|Economy|World

OPEC cuts 2024, 2025 global oil demand growth view again

OPEC on Monday cut its forecast for global oil demand growth in 2024 reflecting data received so far this year and also lowered its projection for next year, marking

OPEC cuts 2024, 2025 global oil demand growth view again
Africa|Economy|Environment|World

Nile basin nations say water-sharing accord has come into force without Egypt's backing

A regional partnership for Nile River basin countries says an agreement on the equitable use of water resources has come into force despite the notable opposition of Egypt

Nile basin nations say water-sharing accord has come into force without Egypt's backing
Europe|Political|US|World

Kremlin says NATO's nuclear exercises fuel tensions in light of 'hot war' in Ukraine

The Kremlin said that NATO's annual nuclear exercise involving nuclear-capable military aircraft, which began on Monday, was fuelling tensions in light of the "hot war" unfolding in

Kremlin says NATO's nuclear exercises fuel tensions in light of 'hot war' in Ukraine
Europe|World

Russia says it captured a southern Ukraine village in a push before winter comes

Russia says it has captured the village of Levadne in southern Ukraine as it probes for weaknesses along the war’s roughly 1,000-kilometer (600-mile) front line before winter arrives

Russia says it captured a southern Ukraine village in a push before winter comes

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