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Iran says signing of Islamabad memorandum will not take place on Sunday

The exact timing of the signing of the Islamabad memorandum will not be on Sunday, Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said, according to state media on Saturday.

Iran says signing of Islamabad memorandum will not take place on Sunday
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Melinda French Gates has ‘visceral reaction’ recalling ‘abhorrent’ Epstein in new interview

Melinda French Gates has ‘visceral reaction’ recalling ‘abhorrent’ Epstein in new interview

Melinda French Gates has ‘visceral reaction’ recalling ‘abhorrent’ Epstein in new interview
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Inside the crowd drawn to Trump's unusual UFC fight night at the White House

Throngs of UFC fans have descended on the nation's capital for an unusual fight night at the White House

Inside the crowd drawn to Trump's unusual UFC fight night at the White House
MidEast|Political|World

Pakistan PM says US-Iran peace deal signing expected within 24 hours

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Saturday that the United States and Iran have agreed to a framework for a peace deal that would end the months-long conflict in the

Pakistan PM says US-Iran peace deal signing expected within 24 hours
MidEast|Political|World

Iran says funeral for late Supreme Leader Khamenei to begin July 4, burial set for July 9

Funeral for Iran's late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei will begin in Tehran on July 4 and conclude with his burial in the northeastern city of Mashhad on July 9, state media

Iran says funeral for late Supreme Leader Khamenei to begin July 4, burial set for July 9
Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

Exclusive: Iran sealed uranium cache and placed mines amid fears of US operation to seize material

Exclusive: Iran sealed uranium cache and placed mines amid fears of US operation to seize material

Exclusive: Iran sealed uranium cache and placed mines amid fears of US operation to seize material
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Will Trump spend his $350 million war chest to win Texas? Republicans are worried

Republicans want President Donald Trump to put his money where his mouth is: behind his scandal-plagued ally, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton.

Will Trump spend his $350 million war chest to win Texas? Republicans are worried
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Two phones and an app: How Russians skirt Putin's digital iron curtain

In a quiet cafe popular for its free Wi-Fi and good coffee, a Russian interior designer logs onto a virtual private network so she can chat with friends

Two phones and an app: How Russians skirt Putin's digital iron curtain
Africa|Crime|Health|Political|World

Al Qaeda-linked militants curb their brutality in seized Malian territory

The meetings have become routine.

Al Qaeda-linked militants curb their brutality in seized Malian territory
Crime|Political|World

Trump says US military strike killed leader of Venezuela's Tren de Aragua gang

President Donald Trump said on Friday U.S. forces carried out a strike that killed Hector Rusthenford Guerrero Flores, also known as Niño

Trump says US military strike killed leader of Venezuela's Tren de Aragua gang
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump says US military strike killed leader of Tren de Aragua gang with help from Venezuela

President Donald Trump says a “swift and lethal kinetic” U.S. strike has killed Héctor Rusthenford Guerrero Flores, whom he called “the infamous leader” of the Tren de Aragua gang

Trump says US military strike killed leader of Tren de Aragua gang with help from Venezuela
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

Somaliland says it has a right to choose its relationships as it opens new Taiwan office

Somaliland has a right to choose its own relationships and pressure tactics from Beijing and Mogadishu have not succeeded in altering its friendship with

Somaliland says it has a right to choose its relationships as it opens new Taiwan office
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A coalition sues to block Kentucky’s new 14.25% prediction markets tax

A coalition including Kalshi, Crypto

A coalition sues to block Kentucky’s new 14.25% prediction markets tax
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UAE to unlock billions of dollars for Iran, sources say

The United Arab Emirates has agreed to unlock billions of dollars for Iran, four sources said, in a tactical shift

UAE to unlock billions of dollars for Iran, sources say
Asia|Crime|Education|Political|World

US scholar with history of activism in Myanmar arrested in China on suspicion of espionage

Chinese authorities have arrested an American scholar on suspicion of espionage

US scholar with history of activism in Myanmar arrested in China on suspicion of espionage
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The Latest: Pakistan says US and Iran agree on ‘final’ text of a peace deal

Pakistan's prime minister says the United States and Iran have agreed on a final text for a peace deal

The Latest: Pakistan says US and Iran agree on ‘final’ text of a peace deal
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Trump’s DOJ approves Paramount-Warner Bros. merger, as potential state lawsuits loom

Trump’s DOJ approves Paramount-Warner Bros. merger, as potential state lawsuits loom

Trump’s DOJ approves Paramount-Warner Bros. merger, as potential state lawsuits loom
Business|Health|Political

Arizona's 'comma bill' survives last-minute insurance opposition

Arizona's 'comma bill' survives last-minute insurance opposition

Arizona's 'comma bill' survives last-minute insurance opposition
Education|Political|Sports

Oklahoma AG Gentner Drummond calls on the Big 12 to suspend Brendan Sorsby in Texas Tech saga

Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond publicly called on the Big 12 to suspend Brendan Sorsby after the Texas Tech quarterback won a court order restoring his eligibility

Oklahoma AG Gentner Drummond calls on the Big 12 to suspend Brendan Sorsby in Texas Tech saga
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Migrants deported from US, including an Iranian woman, arrive in Central African Republic

Attorneys say an Iranian woman is among a group of people who have been deported to the Central African Republic from the United States

Migrants deported from US, including an Iranian woman, arrive in Central African Republic
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Technology

US EPA sends California emissions rules to Congress for potential reversal

The U.S.

US EPA sends California emissions rules to Congress for potential reversal
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U.S., Iran signal peace deal near as Tehran claims victory

The United States and Iran signalled on Friday that an agreement to end their war was close, with a senior

U.S., Iran signal peace deal near as Tehran claims victory
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Taiwan opposition leader seeks to ease US concerns over China stance

The leader of Taiwan's main opposition party said on Friday that she had used a visit to the U.S.  to correct "many misunderstandings" about her pro

Taiwan opposition leader seeks to ease US concerns over China stance
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US Democratic lawmakers pledge to help speed up disaster recovery in Puerto Rico

A group of U.S. Democratic lawmakers have promised Puerto Ricans that they would try to speed up the island’s sluggish recovery from destructive hurricanes and earthquakes, a process that relies heavily on federal funds

US Democratic lawmakers pledge to help speed up disaster recovery in Puerto Rico
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Taiwan's opposition leader touts talks with China as necessary for peace during US trip

Taiwan’s Beijing-friendly opposition leader says her party is committed to defense of the self-ruled island that China views as its own but that peace is possible by taking permanent secession off the table

Taiwan's opposition leader touts talks with China as necessary for peace during US trip
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Bystander wounded in shooting near White House still undergoing treatment, has retained a lawyer

A bystander wounded during an exchange of gunfire near the White House last month is an active-duty soldier and is still being treated for his wounds, according to the law firm he has retained

Bystander wounded in shooting near White House still undergoing treatment, has retained a lawyer
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New UFO files describe spinning discs, glowing orbs and one object shaped like a potato

New UFO files have been released by the Trump administration that include several vivid descriptions of mysterious sightings in the sky

New UFO files describe spinning discs, glowing orbs and one object shaped like a potato
Europe|Political|World

EU envoys agree to first phase of membership talks for Ukraine and Moldova

Ambassadors from the European Union's 27 countries agreed on Friday to advance membership talks with Ukraine and Moldova, with the first phase of negotiations set to

EU envoys agree to first phase of membership talks for Ukraine and Moldova
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World

Main provisions of the 2015 Iran nuclear deal abandoned by Trump

The U.S. says it is close to signing a peace deal that would end the three-month-old war with Iran, though terms have not yet been made public.

Main provisions of the 2015 Iran nuclear deal abandoned by Trump
Africa|Political|World

Congolese security forces disperse protesters opposing constitutional change

Security forces in the Democratic Republic of Congo dispersed a crowd outside the parliament building in Kinshasa on Friday, witnesses and opposition politicians said, as

Congolese security forces disperse protesters opposing constitutional change
Africa|Business|Crime|Political|World

South African president seeks to stop impeachment probe over 'Farmgate' scandal

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa filed an urgent court application on Friday to try to stop a parliamentary impeachment process from starting to probe

South African president seeks to stop impeachment probe over 'Farmgate' scandal
Economy|Political|World

Iran deal very close, signing possible in coming days, US official says

Negotiators for the United States and Iran are close to the finish line of a deal aimed at ending their three-month war and it could

Iran deal very close, signing possible in coming days, US official says
Business|Political|US|World

US judge indefinitely blocks Trump's 'anti-weaponization' fund

A U.S. judge indefinitely blocked a $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization" fund supported by President Donald Trump on Friday,

US judge indefinitely blocks Trump's 'anti-weaponization' fund
Political|Sports|World

Soccer-Iran team chief slams FIFA’s 'lack of coordination' on visa issues

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has failed to deliver on promises to secure full access for the Iranian soccer federation to attend the team's three

Soccer-Iran team chief slams FIFA’s 'lack of coordination' on visa issues
Election|Political|US

2 prominent California congressional races will test Democrats’ redrawn US House map

California’s most prominent congressional elections for this fall’s midterms are now set, with two districts in particular ready to test Democrats’ redrawn U.S. House map

2 prominent California congressional races will test Democrats’ redrawn US House map
Economy|MidEast|Political|World

As officials again say Iran war could soon end, some Trump objectives are unfulfilled

President Donald Trump says the U.S. is close to signing a deal with Iran to wind down the war, with a memorandum of understanding to be signed in Europe as soon as this weekend

As officials again say Iran war could soon end, some Trump objectives are unfulfilled
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|World

What's happening with the contested ballots in Peru's election?

The initial count has finished in Peru's runoff presidential election, but now the lengthy process of reviewing contested ballots is under way by

What's happening with the contested ballots in Peru's election?
MidEast|Political|US|World

Since March, Trump has repeatedly said the Iran war will end soon

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Since March, Trump has repeatedly said the Iran war will end soon
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Brazil unveils subsidized motorcycle credit program for app-based delivery drivers

Brazil's government on Friday launched a subsidized credit program for app-based delivery drivers to purchase motorcycles, in a fresh move to boost demand and support a

Brazil unveils subsidized motorcycle credit program for app-based delivery drivers
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Putin says Russia developing satellite-based drone control system, Ifax says

Russia is developing a satellite-based system for controlling combat drones, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday during a meeting with military officials, the Interfax

Putin says Russia developing satellite-based drone control system, Ifax says
Europe|Political|World

Israeli, Palestinian civil society groups meet in France as two-state hopes dim

Israeli and Palestinian civil society groups delivered an appeal in France on Friday to urge the international community not to abandon a two-state solution,

Israeli, Palestinian civil society groups meet in France as two-state hopes dim
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Judge rules Trump can stage UFC fights on the White House's South Lawn this weekend

A federal judge has ruled the White House is allowed to stage a UFC show this weekend in an elaborate ring already built on the South Lawn to celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary — on President Donald Trump’s 80th birthday

Judge rules Trump can stage UFC fights on the White House's South Lawn this weekend
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Ahead of G7, Canada's Carney softens tone toward Trump with trade talks at stake

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to be more muted in his criticism of U.S. President Donald Trump at an upcoming summit in Europe

Ahead of G7, Canada's Carney softens tone toward Trump with trade talks at stake
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Jan. 6 debanking probe once floated as way to pad anti-weaponization fund

Jan. 6 debanking probe once floated as way to pad anti-weaponization fund

Jan. 6 debanking probe once floated as way to pad anti-weaponization fund
Americas|Crime|Election|Political|US

FBI searches office of Ohio group that supports voter registration efforts

FBI agents have searched the office of an Ohio group that supports voter registration efforts, seizing documents and computer files

FBI searches office of Ohio group that supports voter registration efforts
Election|Political|US

Maine counts ranked choice ballots to determine nominees for governor and a US House race

Maine has begun counting ranked choice ballots on Friday to determine nominees for its open governor’s office and a pivotal U.S. House of Representatives race

Maine counts ranked choice ballots to determine nominees for governor and a US House race
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Judge rejects bid to stop UFC fight at White House

Judge rejects bid to stop UFC fight at White House

Judge rejects bid to stop UFC fight at White House
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Dollar steadies, set for weekly loss on US-Iran deal talks

The dollar steadied on Friday but remained on track for a weekly loss, as markets monitored negotiations over a deal that could end the Middle East

Dollar steadies, set for weekly loss on US-Iran deal talks
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Trump says Iran's leaked deal terms are untrue

The United States on Friday denied it has made major concessions to Iran and said an emerging pact was designed to ensure

Trump says Iran's leaked deal terms are untrue
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Brent falls to lowest since March on expected peace deal

Brent crude prices fell to their lowest levels since early March as traders grew more confident about an imminent peace agreement between the U.S. and Iran.

Brent falls to lowest since March on expected peace deal
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Judge says she doesn’t believe ‘anti-weaponization’ fund is dead; extends order blocking it

Judge says she doesn’t believe ‘anti-weaponization’ fund is dead; extends order blocking it

Judge says she doesn’t believe ‘anti-weaponization’ fund is dead; extends order blocking it
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Judge extends block on Trump's $1.8 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund'

A federal judge in Virginia has extended a court-ordered block on the Trump administration’s $1.8 billion settlement fund for compensating people who claim to be victims of a weaponized government

Judge extends block on Trump's $1.8 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund'
Africa|Crime|Political|World

US deports Iranian pro-democracy activist to Central African Republic, lawyer says

The United States has deported an Iranian pro-democracy activist to Central African Republic, her lawyer said on Friday, describing it as a "super

US deports Iranian pro-democracy activist to Central African Republic, lawyer says
Business|Economy|Political|World

Iranians endure war fatigue and soaring prices as conflict deepens domestic woes

Iranians are living between confusion and exhaustion as the country and its economy are squeezed between war and multiplying crises at home

Iranians endure war fatigue and soaring prices as conflict deepens domestic woes
Health|Political|Science|Technology|World

Gabbard rescinds Biden-era intel assessments that were skeptical about ‘Havana Syndrome’

Gabbard rescinds Biden-era intel assessments that were skeptical about ‘Havana Syndrome’

Gabbard rescinds Biden-era intel assessments that were skeptical about ‘Havana Syndrome’
Business|Political|World

Indians grieve and call for action after US strike kills sailors

Sushila Devi sat sobbing on the floor of her house in Deoria, northern India after authorities told her that her husband was

Indians grieve and call for action after US strike kills sailors
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine hikes military pay and seeks more foreign fighters, Zelenskiy says

Ukraine will hike military wages and seek to recruit more fighters abroad, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Friday, as the army faces a manpower

Ukraine hikes military pay and seeks more foreign fighters, Zelenskiy says
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Venezuela says oil spill from Trinidad and Tobago could hurt fishing, environment

Venezuela's government said on Friday that an oil spill originating from Trinidad and Tobago is putting fishing as well as the

Venezuela says oil spill from Trinidad and Tobago could hurt fishing, environment
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Tear your eyes away from the ballroom. This courthouse is the real face of Trump-era architecture

Tear your eyes away from the ballroom. This courthouse is the real face of Trump-era architecture

Tear your eyes away from the ballroom. This courthouse is the real face of Trump-era architecture
Crime|Education|Europe|Political|World

ICE takedown in view of young children at school leaves 2 detained and backlash roiling in Baltimore

ICE takedown in view of young children at school leaves 2 detained and backlash roiling in Baltimore

ICE takedown in view of young children at school leaves 2 detained and backlash roiling in Baltimore
Economy|Political|World

Iran’s ‘accidental’ president has survived the war. Peace may be a tougher challenge

Iran’s ‘accidental’ president has survived the war. Peace may be a tougher challenge

Iran’s ‘accidental’ president has survived the war. Peace may be a tougher challenge
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Ukraine hits fuel supplies to Crimea, sparking a fuel crisis on the Russian-held peninsula

In a new blow to the Kremlin’s narrative that Moscow is winning the 4-year-old war in Ukraine, Kyiv’s forces have targeted fuel supplies to the Crimean Peninsula

Ukraine hits fuel supplies to Crimea, sparking a fuel crisis on the Russian-held peninsula
Europe|Political|World

Keir Starmer says he's staying put after defense secretary's departure hammers his authority

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is vowing to fight for his position after the sudden resignation of the defense secretary

Keir Starmer says he's staying put after defense secretary's departure hammers his authority
Political|Sports|World

Head of Palestinian soccer says he wasn't granted US visa to attend World Cup

The United States has not given a visa to the head of the Palestinian Football Association even though FIFA typically invites the heads of each national federation to attend the World Cup

Head of Palestinian soccer says he wasn't granted US visa to attend World Cup
Business|Economy|Political|Stock Markets|World

UK shares clock weekly gains as Iran-US peace deal hopes push oil price lower

UK shares gained in a broad-based rally on Friday amid growing hoping of a peace agreement between Iran and the U.S., which sent crude

UK shares clock weekly gains as Iran-US peace deal hopes push oil price lower
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Spain opens new probe into ex-PM Zapatero over jewellery found in office

A Spanish High Court judge investigating former Prime Minister Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero for suspected corruption has opened a separate probe over jewellery found during

Spain opens new probe into ex-PM Zapatero over jewellery found in office
Election|Political|US

Rosie Pino wins GOP primary in New Jersey’s 9th District to challenge Democratic Rep. Nellie Pou

Clifton City, New Jersey, councilwoman Rosie Pino has won the Republican primary in the state’s 9th District to take on Democratic congresswoman Nellie Pou

Rosie Pino wins GOP primary in New Jersey’s 9th District to challenge Democratic Rep. Nellie Pou
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Trump administration appeals judge’s ruling over removing president’s name from Kennedy Center

Trump administration appeals judge’s ruling over removing president’s name from Kennedy Center

Trump administration appeals judge’s ruling over removing president’s name from Kennedy Center
Europe|Political|US|World

NATO weighs options to defend Europe as the US plans for conflict elsewhere

NATO’s top military officer is considering new plans to defend Europe if Russia attacks

NATO weighs options to defend Europe as the US plans for conflict elsewhere
Americas|Asia|Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Macron once had a knack for managing Trump. The G7 may test it

The relationship between U.S. President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron began with a handshake nearly a decade ago

Macron once had a knack for managing Trump. The G7 may test it
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Trump’s AI security order acknowledges risks but stops short of regulating industry

The executive order is voluntary for AI companies but aligns with AI safety experts on the potential for harm.

Trump’s AI security order acknowledges risks but stops short of regulating industry
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Political|US

Ariana Grande tells White House to stop using her music

Ariana Grande tells White House to stop using her music

Ariana Grande tells White House to stop using her music
Economy|Education|Political|World

Students in anti-Prabowo protests say Indonesia 'heading' for bankruptcy

Hundreds of Indonesian students rallied in Jakarta on Friday to protest the spending priorities of President Prabowo Subianto's

Students in anti-Prabowo protests say Indonesia 'heading' for bankruptcy
Crime|Political|World

Prosecutor Khan's suspension prolongs International Criminal Court's woes

This week's suspension of International Criminal Court lead prosecutor Karim Khan for alleged sexual misconduct sets the

Prosecutor Khan's suspension prolongs International Criminal Court's woes
Political|Sports|US|World

Trump's grand sporting season begins with UFC fights on White House lawn

President Donald Trump's run of high-profile sporting events begins this week in Washington, with the U.S. leader eager to project an image of strength

Trump's grand sporting season begins with UFC fights on White House lawn
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Trump's allies have another plan to pay 'weaponization' victims

While the Justice Department has said it has abandoned plans for President Donald Trump's proposed $1.8 billion "weaponization" fund, some of his

Trump's allies have another plan to pay 'weaponization' victims
Africa|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Pope Leo warns Europe’s migrant traffickers to repent or face hell

Pope Leo on Friday issued a stern warning to human traffickers and criminal groups who exploit desperate migrants trying to reach

Pope Leo warns Europe’s migrant traffickers to repent or face hell
Political|World

Hezbollah confident any US-Iran deal will include Lebanon, politician says

Hezbollah is confident that Iran will insist on Lebanon being included in a deal with the United States, a leading Hezbollah politician said on Friday, as hopes grew for an

Hezbollah confident any US-Iran deal will include Lebanon, politician says
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Kazakhstan’s ruling party announces merger with pro-Tokayev upstart

Kazakhstan's ruling Amanat party said on Friday it is merging itself into a party created earlier this year by allies of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev ahead of

Kazakhstan’s ruling party announces merger with pro-Tokayev upstart
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Trump is raising expectations that this time he really will close deal with Iran to wind down war

President Donald Trump is anticipating a significant weekend for his presidency

Trump is raising expectations that this time he really will close deal with Iran to wind down war
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine to request $20 billion to keep momentum against Russia, source says

Ukraine is seeking an additional $20 billion in military funding from its allies to cement what it sees as its current battlefield advantage over Russia, a Ukrainian defence

Ukraine to request $20 billion to keep momentum against Russia, source says
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Evangelicals divided on Trump's war in Iran, immigration crackdown, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

About half of evangelical Christians - a core component of President Donald Trump's political base - believe his

Evangelicals divided on Trump's war in Iran, immigration crackdown, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
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Jane Fonda to host First Amendment celebration opposite Trump's UFC Freedom 250 event

As mixed martial arts fighters gather on Sunday on the South Lawn of the White House in a cage match to celebrate President Donald Trump’s 80th

Jane Fonda to host First Amendment celebration opposite Trump's UFC Freedom 250 event
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Albania opposition leader Berisha says US lifts entry ban on him

Former Albanian leader Sali Berisha, now the head of the main opposition party, said on Friday that the United States has lifted a travel ban placed on him in 2021.

Albania opposition leader Berisha says US lifts entry ban on him
Economy|Political|World

War-wary Hill Republicans question Trump’s Iran strategy with control of Congress at stake

War-wary Hill Republicans question Trump’s Iran strategy with control of Congress at stake

War-wary Hill Republicans question Trump’s Iran strategy with control of Congress at stake
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Armenian opposition party files petition to annul June election results

A pro-Russian opposition alliance filed a request to Armenia's election commission on Friday to throw out the results of last Sunday's parliamentary election, won by Prime Minister

Armenian opposition party files petition to annul June election results
Economy|Education|Political

Where Trump has lost support with independents, according to AP-NORC polling

Independents have grown increasingly unhappy with President Donald Trump during his second term, particularly independents without a college degree

Where Trump has lost support with independents, according to AP-NORC polling
Europe|Political|World

NATO will gradually adjust strength of peace support mission in Kosovo over next year

NATO will gradually adjust the strength of its peace support mission in Kosovo, which has been in place since 1999, over the next year due to the steady security

NATO will gradually adjust strength of peace support mission in Kosovo over next year
Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

Once beset by power outages, Puerto Ricans also hit with severe water shortages

Thousands of Puerto Ricans are struggling with water shortages so severe that the governor of the U.S. territory has activated the National Guard and emergency responders are fielding calls every day

Once beset by power outages, Puerto Ricans also hit with severe water shortages
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Bangladesh, India to coordinate patrols on border, share intelligence amid migrant tensions

Bangladesh and India have agreed to deepen cooperation along their shared border with improved intelligence sharing and coordinated patrols, according to a joint statement

Bangladesh, India to coordinate patrols on border, share intelligence amid migrant tensions
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Hope springs eternal, especially for markets

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Stella Qiu Hope, as the saying goes, springs external.

Hope springs eternal, especially for markets
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Can the man behind a giant pro-Trump sign ride the president’s praise to Congress?

Republicans routinely highlight their devotion to President Donald Trump

Can the man behind a giant pro-Trump sign ride the president’s praise to Congress?
Election|Political|World

How South Korea's ballot shortage spurred turnout of thousands to defend democracy

Arriving to cast her vote in South Korea's local elections, Yoomi Lee was

How South Korea's ballot shortage spurred turnout of thousands to defend democracy
Asia|Political|World

Philippine defence chief vows to press on against China's 'wickedness' after sanctions

The Philippines defence chief will continue to do his duty in the face of China's "wickedness", he said on Friday, a day after Beijing sanctioned him for what

Philippine defence chief vows to press on against China's 'wickedness' after sanctions
Asia|Crime|Health|Political|World

Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha, who was known for her legal work, dies at 47

Thailand’s Princess Bajrakitiyabha Mahidol, a lawyer and the eldest of King Maha Vajiralongkorn’s children, has died at age 47

Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha, who was known for her legal work, dies at 47
Asia|Crime|Political|World

South Korea court sentences ex-President Yoon to 30-year jail term over drone incursion

A South Korean court sentenced former President Yoon Suk Yeol to 30 years in prison on Friday for charges linked to his ordering an incursion of military drones over North

South Korea court sentences ex-President Yoon to 30-year jail term over drone incursion
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

India willing to let fiscal deficit widen to 4.8% of GDP, Bloomberg News reports

India is preparing for a wider-than-expected budget deficit this year, Bloomberg News reported on Friday, citing an official familiar with the matter, as the war in Iran raises

India willing to let fiscal deficit widen to 4.8% of GDP, Bloomberg News reports
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Kennedy Center board seeks pause of ruling ordering removal of Trump's name by Friday deadline

President Donald Trump's board at the Kennedy Center is trying to keep his name on the building before a court-ordered deadline to remove it by Friday

Kennedy Center board seeks pause of ruling ordering removal of Trump's name by Friday deadline
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What to know about the growing opposition to Trump family-linked resort in Albania

A massive coastal development project linked to Jared Kushner is facing resistance in Albania

What to know about the growing opposition to Trump family-linked resort in Albania
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Political|US|World

Trump appeals court order to strip his name from Kennedy Center building

U.S.

Trump appeals court order to strip his name from Kennedy Center building
Crime|Political|US

Jury convicts the brother of Massachusetts attorney general of sexual assaults

A jury has convicted the brother of Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell of sexually assaulting women while posing as a rideshare driver

Jury convicts the brother of Massachusetts attorney general of sexual assaults
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump nominates US Attorney Jay Clayton to be director of national intelligence

President Donald Trump is nominating Jay Clayton, the U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York and a former Securities and Exchange Commission chairman, as director of national intelligence

Trump nominates US Attorney Jay Clayton to be director of national intelligence
Election|Political|US

Alaska election official threatens to disqualify Republican who shares name with Sen. Dan Sullivan

A top Alaska elections official has threatened to disqualify from the August primary a U.S. Senate candidate who shares the same name and party affiliation as incumbent Republican Dan Sullivan

Alaska election official threatens to disqualify Republican who shares name with Sen. Dan Sullivan
Economy|Political|US|World

Iran says no final decision made on deal that Trump hopes could be signed soon

President Donald Trump on Thursday said the United States and Iran could sign a peace deal as soon as this weekend that would

Iran says no final decision made on deal that Trump hopes could be signed soon
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|World

US judge blocks Ken Paxton's lawsuit against Democratic fundraising platform ActBlue

A federal judge on Thursday blocked Republican Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton from continuing to pursue a lawsuit against the Democratic fundraising

US judge blocks Ken Paxton's lawsuit against Democratic fundraising platform ActBlue
Business|Political|US|World

Trump, allies working on plan to void his impeachments, WSJ reports

U.S.

Trump, allies working on plan to void his impeachments, WSJ reports
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US Justice Department sues Virginia over mask ban

The U.S.

US Justice Department sues Virginia over mask ban
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The Latest: Trump says he’s called off new military strikes on Iran after threatening escalation

President Donald Trump says he’s called off new military strikes on Iran hours after threatening to escalate the 3-month-old war

The Latest: Trump says he’s called off new military strikes on Iran after threatening escalation
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The president’s Trump Accounts didn’t initially plan for foster kids — until the first lady’s office stepped in

The president’s Trump Accounts didn’t initially plan for foster kids — until the first lady’s office stepped in

The president’s Trump Accounts didn’t initially plan for foster kids — until the first lady’s office stepped in
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New Mexico judge dismisses a legal challenge to first-in-the-nation universal childcare program

A New Mexico judge has dismissed a challenge over the legality of the state's fledgling universal childcare program

New Mexico judge dismisses a legal challenge to first-in-the-nation universal childcare program
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US Catholic bishops consecrated nation to the Sacred Heart at gathering in Orlando

U.S. Catholic bishops have consecrated the nation to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, marking the country's 250th anniversary

US Catholic bishops consecrated nation to the Sacred Heart at gathering in Orlando
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Political blame game follows as screwworm parasite threatens cattle in Texas

The return of the screwworm parasite to the U.S. has some politicians trying to figure out who to blame

Political blame game follows as screwworm parasite threatens cattle in Texas
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Man pleads guilty to killing a top Minnesota Democrat and her husband while posing as an officer

A Minnesota man who assassinated the top Democrat in the Minnesota House and her husband has pleaded guilty so that federal prosecutors would not seek the death penalty

Man pleads guilty to killing a top Minnesota Democrat and her husband while posing as an officer
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Trump says he believes Iran's supreme leader has approved deal with US

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Trump says he believes Iran's supreme leader has approved deal with US
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Trump picks top Manhattan federal prosecutor as next intelligence chief

President Donald Trump on Thursday nominated Jay Clayton, the top U.S. attorney for Manhattan, to be the next U.S. spy chief, amid a

Trump picks top Manhattan federal prosecutor as next intelligence chief
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North Korea’s Kim voices full support for Russia, sends National Day message to Putin, KCNA says

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un sent a congratulatory message to Russian President Vladimir Putin on Russia’s National Day, voicing full support for Moscow’s domestic and

North Korea’s Kim voices full support for Russia, sends National Day message to Putin, KCNA says
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Lights! Camera! Cage match! The White House lawn's Octagon is ready for Trump's 80th birthday bash

A massive UFC event is set to take over the White House's South Lawn

Lights! Camera! Cage match! The White House lawn's Octagon is ready for Trump's 80th birthday bash
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Trump nominates Jay Clayton to top intelligence post amid uproar over prior, interim pick

Trump nominates Jay Clayton to top intelligence post amid uproar over prior, interim pick

Trump nominates Jay Clayton to top intelligence post amid uproar over prior, interim pick
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Trump calls off latest threats to strike Iran, citing a breakthrough in talks to end the war

U.S. President Donald Trump has called off new military strikes on Iran, hours after threatening to escalate the war

Trump calls off latest threats to strike Iran, citing a breakthrough in talks to end the war
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Argentina's inflation slows to 8-month low in a boost for President Milei

Economic data has shown Argentina’s inflation slowing for the second straight month in May

Argentina's inflation slows to 8-month low in a boost for President Milei
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Soccer-Mexico to open World Cup amid passion, parties and protests

With Mariachi costumes, trumpets, and a sea of dark green support, Mexico City prepared to

Soccer-Mexico to open World Cup amid passion, parties and protests
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Trump says 'great' Iran settlement will trigger opening of Strait of Hormuz

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Trump says 'great' Iran settlement will trigger opening of Strait of Hormuz
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FISA spy powers are almost certain to expire after Congress fails to act

A key surveillance tool that allows the United States to collect intelligence abroad appears certain to expire

FISA spy powers are almost certain to expire after Congress fails to act
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UK defense secretary resigns, saying the government isn't willing to spend enough on the military

U.K. Defense Secretary John Healey has resigned, saying the government is not willing to spend enough on the military at a time of rising threats

UK defense secretary resigns, saying the government isn't willing to spend enough on the military