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FBI’s lack of progress on Israeli killing of journalist ‘troubling’: CPJ

The CPJ says the 'lack of concrete progress' in the FBI investigation represents a failure by the US government.

Pope celebrates first anniversary of election with visit to Pompeii to pray at shrine

Pope Leo XIV has marked the first anniversary of his election by praying in Pompeii

US, Iran clash in Hormuz as war escalates: What happened, why it matters

A ceasefire between the US and Iran has been in place since April 8. Both sides are yet to agree on a peace deal.

Sony targets double-digit profit growth despite slowdown in PlayStation 5 sales amid memory price crunch

While hardware sales took a hit in Sony's fourth-quarter, strong revenue from its image sensing and music businesses offset the dip.

Jobs report set to show hiring as Iran war took hold

The war continues to drive up gas prices, threatening a drag on the economy.

South East Water boss quits after thousands of homes left without water

David Hinton faced criticism after outages affected tens of thousands of people in Kent and Sussex.

Here’s the latest.

Trump Says Cease-Fire Is Intact After Trade of Attacks in Strait of Hormuz

The president dismissed Iran’s firing on U.S. vessels in the strait as a mere “trifle.”

UK identifies new suspected hantavirus case on remote island

The UK confirms two British cases on board a cruise ship and a suspected infection on the Tristan da Cunha island.

Apparent bear attack kills missing hiker in Montana's Glacier National Park

The body of a missing hiker killed in apparent bear attack has been found in n Glacier National Park in Montana, park officials say.

Apparent bear attack kills missing hiker in Montana's Glacier National Park

The body of a missing hiker killed in apparent bear attack has been found in n Glacier National Park in Montana, park officials say.

UK bond vigilantes circle gilts as election losses hit PM Starmer

The U.K. is counting votes after an election of local councilors and devolved governments on Thursday.

U.A.E. Expels Pakistani Workers, as Pakistan’s Peacemaking Creates a Rift

As Pakistan mediates between the U.S. and Iran, its ties to the Emirates have deteriorated. Pakistani workers say they are now being sent home en masse.

The Hopelessness of ‘The Audacity’

In AMC’s merciless satire, the tech lords are extracting all they can from the business (and us) before everything goes to hell.

Senedd election counting begins with dramatic Labour defeat expected

Labour sources tell the BBC the party's century-long winning run is expected to come to an end.

‘Fired From Retirement’: Financially Insecure, Older Americans Return to the Grind

People return to work for many reasons, but the biggest is financial need. As costs remain high, more retirees could be looking to re-enter the job market.

‘Fired From Retirement’: Financially Insecure, Older Americans Return to the Grind

People return to work for many reasons, but the biggest is financial need. As costs remain high, more retirees could be looking to re-enter the job market.

Anti-woke Vivek Ramaswamy confronts racism in his run for Ohio governor

Vivek Ramaswamy built a political brand casting racism as an obsession of Democrats. As a Republican running for Ohio governor, he’s facing racism on the right.

Family of imprisoned Chinese journalist pleads for his release over health concerns

Family members and activists are calling for the release of imprisoned Chinese journalist Dong Yuyu due to health concerns

Paraguay and Taiwan reaffirm ties after China sought to lure away another Taipei ally

Paraguay’s President Santiago Peña says he deeply values his country’s ties with Taiwan, in a show of solidarity after China asked the South American nation to sever diplomatic relations with Taipei

Democratic Gubernatorial Candidate Rob Sand Is Worrying Iowa Republicans

Rob Sand, Iowa’s auditor, is campaigning for governor with a pragmatic message that eschews strict partisanship.

U.S. Schools Face a Crisis as the Number of Children Drops

With fewer students, many school districts are confronting unfilled classrooms, and hard choices about school closures.

When Spirit folded, this tiny airport suddenly had zero flights

Arnold Palmer Regional Airport in rural western Pennsylvania had only one commercial carrier. Spirit Airlines’ closure has left it scrambling to find a replacement.

Immigrants are giving up their cases and leaving the U.S. in soaring numbers

People facing the prospect of prolonged ICE detention are increasingly abandoning their claims for humanitarian protection and agreeing to depart voluntarily.

Spain readies for evacuations as a hantavirus-hit cruise ship heads for Canary Islands

Spanish authorities are preparing to receive over 140 passengers and crew from a hantavirus-stricken cruise ship headed for the Canary Islands

Japanese video-game maker Nintendo raises Switch price, forecasts lower profits

Nintendo has reported its annual profit surged 52% from the previous year, lifted by solid sales of its Switch 2 machines and software

Colorado visits Minnesota with 2-0 series lead

The Colorado Avalanche visit the Minnesota Wild in the second round of the NHL Playoffs with a 2-0 lead in the series

Carolina visits Philadelphia with 3-0 series lead

The Carolina Hurricanes visit the Philadelphia Flyers in the second round of the NHL Playoffs with a 3-0 lead in the series

Live Updates: Early U.K. Election Results Point to Big Losses for Starmer’s Party

Votes are still being tallied in thousands of local races across Britain, but hundreds of candidates from Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s Labour Party have already lost their council seats.

What early election results show us in maps and charts

Elections are taking place across the country in May. Use our postcode lookup to find out if there are elections where you live.

Commerzbank boss pledges to defend shareholders in UniCredit takeover battle

Commerzbank said it would defend the interests of its shareholders as it fends off an acquisition move from UniCredit

When will we know the full results?

Millions will vote in parliamentary elections in Scotland and Wales, and local elections in England.

Yemen fuel price hikes deepen hardship as transport costs rise

Rising fuel costs in Yemen force drivers to raise fares, as passengers struggle with worsening financial burdens.

Indonesian authorities search for 3 hikers missing after Mount Dukono eruption, 17 evacuated - Reuters

Indonesian authorities rushing to rescue 20 hikers after Mount Dukono eruption  Reuters

Rubio set to meet Italy’s Meloni as both sides seek to ease frictions over Iran war

Trump's tariffs hit Toyota profit, though its global sales grew

Toyota has reported a 19% drop in its annual profit as President Donald Trump’s tariffs hurt its earnings, though its global sales grew

Rubio set to meet Italy's Meloni as both sides seek to ease frictions over Iran war

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to meet Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni to ease tensions over the war with Iran

Tough election results hurt but don't weaken my resolve, says PM

Sir Keir Starmer says he takes responsibility after early results see Labour lose seats and Reform UK make ground.

Tough election results hurt but don't weaken my resolve, says PM

Sir Keir Starmer says he takes responsibility after early results see Labour lose seats and Reform UK make ground.

Man charged after allegedly threatening Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor

Alex Jenkinson, 39, of Stowmarket, Suffolk, has been remanded in custody ahead of a court appearance.

Man charged after allegedly threatening Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor

Alex Jenkinson, 39, of Stowmarket, Suffolk, has been remanded in custody ahead of a court appearance.

Local elections are 'microcosm for what's happening nationally'

Politics professor Andrew Russell spoke to BBC Radio Manchester

UK’s Labour set for heavy losses in elections as Reform makes early gains

Nigel Farage's populist party Reform UK has made early gains in local elections with wins in Labour heartlands.

South East Water boss quits after supply failures

David Hinton faced criticism after outages affected tens of thousands of people in Kent and Sussex.

Stellantis, Leapmotor to move to joint EV production in Europe, deepen partnership - Reuters

Stellantis, China's Leapmotor to expand EV partnership to joint manufacturing in Europe  Reuters

UK elections – early results and takeaways; will Starmer have to resign?

Ruling Labour party has suffered early losses with Reform and Greens gaining in local council elections.

John Curtice: Early results show how fragmented UK politics has become

Reform are the winners so far, with more results still to be declared.

John Curtice: First results shows how fragmented UK politics has become

Reform are the winners so far, with more results still to be declared.

Sir John Curtice: Election results show politics in the UK has fragmented

Reform are the winners so far, with more results still to be declared.

The companies making billions from the Iran war

Through surging profits or soaring share prices, the war has been a boon for some firms.

The companies making billions from the Iran war

Through surging profits or soaring share prices, the war has been a boon for some firms.

The companies making billions from the Iran war

Through surging profits or soaring share prices, the war has been a boon for some firms.

Dollar dips despite U.S.-Iran clashes, yen buoyed by intervention risk - Reuters

Dollar steady as US-Iran hostilities flare, yen steadied by intervention risk  Reuters

UK's Labour Party punished in local elections, populist Reform gains - Reuters

UK's Labour Party suffers heavy early losses as Reform gains in elections  Reuters

UK bond vigilantes circle gilts as election losses hit PM Starmer

The U.K. is counting votes after an election of local councilors and devolved governments on Thursday.

Trump demands Hakeem Jeffries be charged with inciting violence with ‘maximum warfare’ rhetoric

Jeffries calls Trump's comments 'another deranged rant' and predicts Democrats will take back the House in 2026.

Toyota expects $4.3 billion hit from Iran war - Reuters

Toyota halves quarterly profit as Iran crisis hits  Reuters

Brickbat: Bad Day

A Tennessee special education teacher has been charged with assault for allegedly dragging a nonverbal 9-year-old boy across a rug at Selmer Elementary School. Witnesses say Meg Day dragged the student by his lower body, leaving him with a painful "blood red mark" and carpet burn on his back. Other staff noticed the injury and told the principal an…

Russia, Ukraine trade fire, blame despite Victory Day ceasefire

Warring sides accuse each other of violations as attacks continue across front lines.

US suspects Nvidia chips smuggled to Alibaba via Thailand, Bloomberg News reports - Reuters

US suspects Nvidia chips smuggled to Alibaba via Thailand, Bloomberg News reports  Reuters

US suspects Nvidia chips smuggled to Alibaba via Thailand, Bloomberg News reports - Reuters

US suspects Nvidia chips smuggled to Alibaba via Thailand, Bloomberg News reports  Reuters

Indonesia volcano kills three as search for 20 missing hikers under way

Mount Dukono erupts on Halmahera island, trapping hikers who went to the area despite it being closed since April 17.

Amid Ukraine’s daring assaults, Russia scales back Victory Day celebrations

An important date in the Russian calendar, May 9 will be a slimmed-down affair with less military showcasing.

Asia-Pacific markets mostly fall as renewed U.S.-Iran clashes keep investors on edge

Asia-Pacific markets open lower Friday, as concerns grew over renewed hostilities between Iran and the U.S. amid a fragile ceasefire.

Asia-Pacific markets mostly fall as renewed U.S.-Iran clashes keep investors on edge

Asia-Pacific markets were set to open lower Friday, as concerns grew over renewed hostilities between Iran and the U.S. amid a fragile ceasefire.

Asia-Pacific markets mostly fall as renewed U.S.-Iran clashes keep investors on edge

Asia-Pacific markets were set to open lower Friday, as concerns grew over renewed hostilities between Iran and the U.S. amid a fragile ceasefire.

Billion-dollar bets: Global investors chase Indian Premier League to ride booming cricket economy

India is the world’s fastest-growing consumer market, and with cricket commanding near-religious devotion, investors are rushing to own IPL franchises.

Billion-dollar bets: Global investors chase Indian Premier League to ride booming cricket economy

India is the world’s fastest-growing consumer market, and with cricket commanding near-religious devotion, investors are rushing to own IPL franchises.

Billion-dollar bets: Global investors chase Indian Premier League to ride booming cricket economy

India is the world’s fastest-growing consumer market, and with cricket commanding near-religious devotion, investors are rushing to own IPL franchises.

Billion-dollar bets: Global investors chase Indian Premier League to ride booming cricket economy

India is the world’s fastest-growing consumer market, and with cricket commanding near-religious devotion, investors are rushing to own IPL franchises.

SoftBank cuts target for OpenAI margin loan by 40% to $6 billion, Bloomberg News reports - Reuters

SoftBank cuts target for OpenAI margin loan by 40% to $6 billion, Bloomberg News reports  Reuters

SoftBank cuts target for OpenAI margin loan by 40% to $6 billion, Bloomberg News reports - Reuters

SoftBank cuts target for OpenAI margin loan by 40% to $6 billion, Bloomberg News reports  Reuters

Trump says ceasefire is intact after U.S. and Iran exchange fire

The “self-defense strikes” followed attacks on three American naval vessels, though none of the warships was hit, U.S. Central Command said in a statement.

Trump says ceasefire is intact after U.S. and Iran exchange fire

The “self-defense strikes” followed attacks on three American naval vessels, U.S. Central Command said in a statement. None of the U.S. warships were hit.

Trump says ceasefire is intact after U.S. and Iran exchange fire

The “self-defense strikes” followed attacks on three American naval vessels, U.S. Central Command said in a statement. None of the U.S. warships were hit.

Tech stocks could offer their best value in years, analysts say, after stellar earnings season

A succession of strong earnings seasons since then has allowed tech stocks to "grow into" their stock prices.

Trump threatens EU with ‘much higher’ tariffs if no trade deal signed by new deadline

President Donald Trump said he will give the European Union until July 4 to ratify its trade agreement with the U.S.

Trump threatens EU with ‘much higher’ tariffs if no trade deal signed by new deadline

President Donald Trump said he will give the European Union until July 4 to ratify its trade agreement with the U.S.

Trump threatens EU with ‘much higher’ tariffs if no trade deal signed by new deadline

President Donald Trump said he will give the European Union until July 4 to ratify its trade agreement with the U.S.

Trump threatens EU with ‘much higher’ tariffs if no trade deal signed by new deadline

President Donald Trump said he will give the European Union until July 4 to ratify its trade agreement with the U.S.

Ethiopian woman's joy at rare quintuplets after 12 years trying for a baby

Nintendo hikes Switch 2 prices and expects console sales to decline as memory crunch bites

Nintendo said the price of the Switch 2 in the U.S. will rise from $449.99 to $499.99. In Japan, Nintendo will hike the price from 49,980 yen to 59,980 yen.

Nintendo hikes Switch 2 prices and expects console sales to decline as memory crunch bites

Nintendo said the price of the Switch 2 in the U.S. will rise from $449.99 to $499.99. In Japan, Nintendo will hike the price from 49,980 yen to 59,980 yen.

Nintendo hikes Switch 2 prices and expects console sales to decline as memory crunch bites

Nintendo said the price of the Switch 2 in the U.S. will rise from $449.99 to $499.99. In Japan, Nintendo will hike the price from 49,980 yen to 59,980 yen.

FIFA triples price to $32,970 for its best available tickets to the World Cup final

FIFA tripled the price of its best available tickets to the World Cup final, making $32,970 seats available for the July 19 match at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey

North Korea will deploy new artillery guns targeting Seoul, commission 1st destroyer

North Korea says it’ll deploy new long-range artillery systems capable of striking the capital region of rival South Korea this year and commission its first naval destroyer in coming weeks

3 Australian women back from Syria face slavery, terror charges over alleged IS links

Three women have been refused bail when they appeared in courts charged with slavery and terrorism offenses after they arrived home from Syria with another 10 Australians who police say are linked to the Islamic State group

Oil tanker arrives in South Korea after passing through the Strait of Hormuz in April

A South Korean refinery says a tanker carrying 1 million barrels of crude oil arrived off South Korea’s west coast after passing through the Strait of Hormuz in mid-April

Hungary's incoming PM plans a 'regime-change celebration' to mark Orbán's departure

Péter Magyar takes office as Hungary's prime minister on Saturday, ending Viktor Orbán's 16-year rule

KLM flight attendant tested negative for hantavirus infection, WHO says - Reuters

KLM flight attendant tested negative for hantavirus infection, WHO says  Reuters

KLM flight attendant tested negative for hantavirus infection, WHO says - Reuters

KLM flight attendant tested negative for hantavirus infection, WHO says  Reuters

Reform gains control of Newcastle-under-Lyme in historic night for party

The party's Richard Tice says voters have turned out to "repaint the red wall, the turquoise wall".

World Cup 2026 squad deadlines: Key dates, team lists, final announcements

From squad submission deadlines to player replacements, Al Jazeera breaks down the key information for the tournament.

Southeast Asia’s leaders confront fallout from Iran war at ASEAN summit

Bloc is expected to call for deeper energy cooperation and reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

‘Star Wars’ actor Mark Hamill deletes image depicting Trump as deceased, posts new photo to ‘apologize’ after backlash

Hamill faced backlash for posting on Bluesky what appeared to be Trump lying over a grave just days after an assassination attempt at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner with the caption "If Only."

Partial results show losses for Starmer’s Labour in UK local elections

Partial results from local elections in England show big losses for Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s governing Labour Party and gains for the hard-right party Reform U.K. The votes are being widely seen as an unofficial referendum on Starmer, elected less...

Oil prices rise after US and Iran exchange fire in Hormuz strait

US President Donald Trump said the ceasefire between Washington and Tehran is still in place.

Celebrities send well wishes to Bonnie Tyler as singer in induced coma after surgery

The Total Eclipse of the Heart singer was rushed to hospital for emergency surgery in Portugal on Wednesday.

Celebrities send well wishes to Bonnie Tyler as singer in induced coma after surgery

The Total Eclipse of the Heart singer was rushed to hospital for emergency surgery in Portugal on Wednesday.

Oil prices rise after US and Iran exchange fire in Hormuz strait

The flare-up further endangers the US-Iran ceasefire, which Trump extended indefinitely on 21 April.

Celebrities send well wishes to Bonnie Tyler as singer in induced coma after surgery

The Total Eclipse of the Heart singer was rushed to hospital for emergency surgery in Portugal on Wednesday.

Football club owners charged with human trafficking

Barrie Drewitt-Barlow and husband Scott are accused of sexual exploitation and rape.

The Canvas Hack Is a New Kind of Ransomware Debacle

Wired describes the recent Canvas breach as an unusually disruptive ransomware-style extortion incident because one attack on Instructure's learning platform temporarily paralyzed thousands of schools during finals and end-of-year assignments. The hackers using the "ShinyHunters" name claim more than 8,800 schools were affected, while Instructure s…

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'Like getting the vicar to swear' – Dubois finding his voice

Frank Warren writes in his BBC Sport column about how hard it is to promote both Fabio Wardley and Daniel Dubois for their heavyweight world title fight.

3 Hikers Dead and Several Missing After Volcano Erupts in Indonesia

The Indonesian authorities reported the deaths after Mount Dukono erupted on Friday morning. Rescue workers are trying to evacuate climbers.

Football club owners charged with human trafficking

Barrie Drewitt-Barlow and husband Scott are accused of sexual exploitation and rape.

Pope Leo XIV sought pastoral role in first year, but sparring with Trump intervened

In his first year as pontiff, Pope Leo XIV seems driven not by the dramatic gesture or tensions that often fueled the papacy of his predecessor, but by a calm, persistent zeal to preach the Gospel and emphasize community and harmony

Tech stocks could offer their best value in years, analysts say, after stellar earnings season

A succession of strong earnings seasons since then has allowed tech stocks to "grow into" their stock prices.

Tech stocks could offer their best value in years, analysts say, after stellar earnings season

A succession of strong earnings seasons since then has allowed tech stocks to "grow into" their stock prices.

Labour expected to lose Senedd after century of winning elections in Wales

Labour sources have told the BBC the party's century-long winning run is expected to come to an end.

Nintendo hikes Switch 2 prices and expects console sales to decline as memory crunch bites

Nintendo said the price of the Switch 2 in the U.S. will rise from $449.99 to $499.99. In Japan, Nintendo will hike the price from 49,980 yen to 59,980 yen.

Ethiopian woman's joy at rare quintuplets after 12 years trying for a baby

The woman, 35, says she was praying for a baby and was "overjoyed" to be "blessed with five at once".

Woman's joy at rare quintuplets after 12 years trying for a baby

The woman, 35, says she was praying for a baby and was "overjoyed" to be "blessed with five at once".

Ethiopian woman's joy at rare quintuplets after 12 years trying for a baby

The woman, 35, says she was praying for a baby and was "overjoyed" to be "blessed with five at once".

Stellantis, China's Leapmotor to expand EV partnership to joint manufacturing in Europe - Reuters

Stellantis, China's Leapmotor to expand EV partnership to joint manufacturing in Europe  Reuters

Haitian illegal immigrant who fatally beat Florida store clerk with hammer will face death penalty

State Attorney Amira Fox says Rolbert Joachin 'will be punished to the fullest extent of the law.'

Japan's Sony reports declining profit but expects a record for this year

Japanese electronics and entertainment giant Sony has reported a 3.4% drop in its annual profit but projects a comeback to record profits for the current fiscal year

Man charged with harassing former Prince Andrew near his home

A 39-year-old man faces charges for harassing Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the former Prince Andrew

The death toll from an explosion at a fireworks plant in China rises to 37

The death toll from an explosion at a fireworks plant this week in central China has risen to 37, state media reported

Trump says EU has until July 4 to approve last year’s trade deal or it will face higher tariffs

President Donald Trump says goods from the European Union will face higher tariff rates if the 27-member bloc fails to approve last year’s trade framework by July 4

The man who firebombed Colorado demonstrators in 2025, killing 1, is sentenced to life in prison

The man who firebombed Colorado demonstrators in 2025, killing 1, is sentenced to life in prison

Ex-Ohio State players, including NFL veterans, to join a sexual abuse lawsuit against the school

Thirty former Ohio State football players, including some former NFL players, are agreeing to join a federal lawsuit against the university over the sexual abuse of student-athletes decades ago by a team doctor

Marsh hits century as Lucknow ends 6-match losing streak in Indian Premier League

Mitchell Marsh hit an aggressive century to help last-place Lucknow Super Giants snap a six-match losing streak with a win over defending champion Royal Challengers Bengaluru in a rain-affected Indian Premier League game

Rapper Kodak Black arrested in Florida on felony MDMA trafficking charge and pleads not guilty

Rapper Kodak Black has been arrested on a drug trafficking charge in central Florida

How public health officials are tracing people who came in contact with hantavirus victims

Health officials in several countries are trying to identify and follow people who may have been exposed to hantavirus on a cruise ship

Grisham leads Yankees over Rangers 9-2 for 16th win in 19 games but Domínguez hurt hitting wall

Trent Grisham hit a go-ahead, three-run double in a six-run sixth inning, and the New York Yankees beat the Texas 9-2 for their 16th win in 19 games on an afternoon the Rangers misplayed four balls in a difficult sun

Tennessee’s governor signs into law a new US House map that carves up a majority-Black district in Memphis

Tennessee’s governor signs into law a new US House map that carves up a majority-Black district in Memphis

Salvadoran news outlet El Faro says its assets frozen in retaliation for reporting on Bukele

Salvadoran investigative news outlet El Faro has announced that its members’ assets have been frozen

Ex-deputy found guilty of reckless homicide in shooting of Black man entering grandmother's home

Jurors in Ohio have convicted a former sheriff’s deputy of reckless homicide in the shooting of a Black man who was carrying sandwiches into his grandmother’s home

Bo Naylor hits 3-run home run to cement Guardians' 8-5 win over Royals

Bo Naylor hit a three-run home run in the seventh inning and Kyle Manzardo a two-run double that opened the scoring in the first to lead the Cleveland Guardians over the Kansas City Royals 8-5

Epstein cellmate says he found a suicide note. Justice Department says it's seeing it for first time

A note attributed to Jeffrey Epstein in his first suspected jail suicide attempt in 2019 has been made public

Conforto, Imanaga power the Cubs to an 8-3 win over Reds, extending their winning streak to 9 games

Michael Conforto went 3 for 3 with a homer and two RBIs, Shota Imanaga pitched six innings of one-run ball and the Chicago Cubs extended their winning streak to nine games with an 8-3 win over the Cincinnati Reds

Real Madrid's Valverde suffers head injury in altercation with teammate Tchouaméni

Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde has suffered a head injury, the club said, in an altercation with teammate Aurélien Tchouaméni ahead of a weekend match against fierce rival Barcelona

Carson Beck's QB career in college wasn't perfect. He says that can help in adjustment to NFL

Arizona Cardinals first-year head coach Mike LaFleur liked quarterback Carson Beck during the NFL draft process because the quarterback had been though a healthy dose of adversity during a six-year college career

Lowe goes deep again, Keller solid as Pirates take series with 4-2 victory over Diamondbacks

Brandon Lowe had three hits, including his 10th homer, and Joey Bart also went deep to back Mitch Keller, and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 4-2

McCarthy hits a grand slam as the Rockies beat the Mets 6-2 to end a 6-game skid

Jake McCarthy hit a grand slam and matched a career-high with five RBIs as the Colorado Rockies snapped a six-game losing streak with a 6-2 win over the New York Mets

Federal court rules against new global tariffs Trump imposed after loss at the Supreme Court

A federal court has ruled against the new global tariffs that President Donald Trump imposed after a stinging loss at the Supreme Court

Blake Lively's lawyers fuel feud with claim of victory after 'It Ends With Us' settlement

The bitter public feud between actors Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni may outlive their court fight after all

Anaheim Ducks are learning to thrive in playoff pressure heading into Game 3 vs Golden Knights

The Anaheim Ducks are the latest young team growing and thriving under the weight of its first taste of postseason pressure

Lucas Herbert with a 64 leads LIV Golf Virginia. Rahm and DeChambeau are 5 behind

Lucas Herbert leads LIV Golf Virginia by two shots after opening with a 64

Matt McCarty holds 1-shot lead at Quail Hollow as Rory McIlroy struggles to make birdies in return

Matt McCarty shot an 8-under 63 with nine birdies at Quail Hollow to take a one-shot lead over Sungjae Im

Andrea Lee has a big finish for a 66 to the lead the Mizuho Americas Open

Andrea Lee was expecting major conditions at the Mizuho Americas Open

Migration is getting riskier even as progress is made

The Global Compact is working, but shifting routes are making journeys more dangerous.

Movie Review: Sally Field, Lewis Pullman and an octopus in ‘Remarkably Bright Creatures’

Sally Field and Lewis Pullman star in the Netflix adaptation of Shelby Van Pelt's “Remarkably Bright Creatures,” streaming Friday

US launches a review of Mexican consulates that could lead to closures

The Trump administration is conducting a review of the 53 Mexican consulates in the United States

Trump drives across Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool to inspect new blue coating he's putting on it

President Donald Trump has visited the Lincoln Memorial to see the reflecting pool he's painting in a color he calls “American flag blue.”

Judge rules Trump administration's cancellation of humanities grants was unconstitutional

A federal judge in New York has ruled that the Trump administration's cancellation of over $100 million in humanities grants was unconstitutional

Martin Laird gets in Myrtle Beach as an alternate and lead with a 64

Martin Laird didn't know he was in the Myrtle Beach Classic until a spot came open when Andrew Putnam got into a signature event

Federal drug raid near downtown Los Angeles spotlights public safety concerns during mayor's race

A major federal raid around a park near downtown Los Angeles known for homeless encampments and out-in-the-open drug use came just as voters began selecting their next mayor

Hurricanes beat the Flyers 4-1 in Game 3, take a 3-0 series lead

The Carolina Hurricanes have won their seventh straight playoff game, defeating the Philadelphia Flyers 4-1 in Game 3

Ginn goes 8 innings and Gelof hits one of four A's homers in 12-1 rout of Phillies

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Judge to rule Friday whether Charlie Kirk murder case can be filmed, photographed

A Utah judge is set to decide if news outlets can continue to film, photograph and livestream the murder case against the man charged with killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk

Suspect faces 5 years in unsolved 2021 disappearance of Navajo elder Ella Mae Begay

The only person ever charged in the unsolved 2021 disappearance of Navajo elder Ella Mae Begay is set to be sentenced Friday in federal court

Immigration enforcement guidance for warrantless arrests falls short, federal judge says

A federal judge says instructions received by immigration enforcement officers to make civil immigrant arrests without warrants do not meet probable cause standards and should not used as guidance

Marlins beat the Orioles 4-3 on a 9th-inning throwing error to avoid series sweep

Joe Mack scored the winning run in the ninth inning on a throwing error by third baseman Coby Mayo, and the Miami Marlins beat the Baltimore Orioles 4-3 to avoid a series sweep and snap a four-game losing streak

Maggie Flaherty, Hayley Scamurra score 24 seconds apart as Victoire beat Frost 2-1 in PWHL playoffs

Maggie Flaherty and Hayley Scamurra scored 24 seconds apart early in the second period, Ann-Renée Desbiens made 27 saves, and the Montreal Victoire beat the Minnesota Frost 2-1 in the PWHL playoffs

Cade Cunningham has 25 points and 10 assists to lift Pistons past Cavs 107-97 for a 2-0 lead

Cade Cunningham had 25 points and 10 assists, Tobias Harris scored 21 and the Detroit Pistons beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 107-97 on Thursday night to take a 2-0 lead in their second-round series

Jordan Walker scores go-ahead run on Masyn Winn's triple in Cardinals' 2-1 win over Padres

Jordan Walker doubled and scored the tiebreaking run on Masyn Winn’s triple in the seventh inning of the St. Louis Cardinals’ 2-1 victory over the San Diego Padres

Alarmed ASEAN leaders discuss crisis plan to mitigate backlash from Middle East war

Southeast Asian leaders are meeting under pressure to mitigate the impact on their people and economies of the Iran war, which one top minister says, “should not have occurred in the first place.”

Elaborately decorated skeletons in Catholic churches across Bavaria take some visitors by surprise

Four skeletons, known as catacomb saints or Holy Bodies, have been on display for centuries at the Catholic monastery church of Banz in southern Germany

Rebel Wilson accused of 'complete revision of history' as defamation case closes

The Bridesmaids star claims an actress retracted a complaint about sexual harassment by a producer.

Rebel Wilson accused of 'complete revision of history' as defamation case closes

The Bridesmaids star claims an actress retracted a complaint about sexual harassment by a producer.

Asian stocks fall and oil prices climb after attacks imperil the ceasefire with Iran

Asian stocks have retreated and oil prices climbed as the fragile ceasefire with Iran was strained by missile and drone attacks that prompted U.S. retaliatory strikes on Iranian military facilities

Iran war day 70: US, Iran trade fire in Hormuz amid ceasefire tensions

Iran accuses US of breaching ceasefire near Hormuz as CENTCOM says forces responded to Iranian attacks.

Sudan was already at war and hungry. Now its farmers are hit by another conflict

Sudan and its farmers were already struggling after three years of war at home, but now the conflict in the Middle East has disrupted supply chains

Oklahoma City visits Los Angeles with 2-0 series lead

The Oklahoma City Thunder visit the Los Angeles Lakers in the Western Conference second round with a 2-0 lead in the series

Cunningham and the Pistons visit Cleveland with 2-0 series lead

The Detroit Pistons visit the Cleveland Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference second round with a 2-0 lead in the series

Why Spurs fans face Arsenal dilemma

Why Sunday's Premier League game between West Ham and Arsenal could be viewed as a nightmare for Tottenham - whatever the result.

European stocks poised to open lower with Trump's EU tariff threats, UK election in focus

European equity markets are expected to open broadly lower on Friday, after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened new tariffs on the EU.

UK says third British national has suspected hantavirus - Reuters

UK says third British national has suspected hantavirus  Reuters

UK says third British national has suspected hantavirus - Reuters

UK says third British national has suspected hantavirus  Reuters

Labour loses control of Exeter after 14 years

Reform UK and the Liberal Democrats also make gains while the Conservatives lose a seat.

Chris Mason: What the early results tell us so far

So far, we have a chunk of the results around the parts of England that have had contests and no results yet from Scotland or Wales.

Chris Mason: What the results tell us so far

So far, we have a chunk of the results around the parts of England that have had contests and no results yet from Scotland or Wales.

Chris Mason: Emerging picture shows Reform gains as Labour counts losses in heartland seats

So far, we have a chunk of the results around the parts of England that have had contests and no results yet from Scotland or Wales.

Emerging picture shows Reform gains as Labour counts losses in heartland seats

So far, we have a chunk of the results around the parts of England that have had contests and no results yet from Scotland or Wales.

Canvas Online Learning Platform Disabled After Breach by Hackers

A hacking group that claimed responsibility for attacking Canvas’s parent company said it had gained access to data from more than 275 million people across 9,000 schools.

High school baseball and softball: Thursday's City Section scores

CIF City Section baseball and softball results from Thursday, May 7.

Poll shows Swiss evenly split on proposal to cap population at 10 million - Reuters

Poll shows Swiss evenly split on proposal to cap population at 10 million  Reuters

Poll shows Swiss evenly split on proposal to cap population at 10 million - Reuters

Poll shows Swiss evenly split on proposal to cap population at 10 million  Reuters

Third British national has suspected hantavirus infection, UK government says

The patient is on the remote Atlantic island of Tristan da Cunha, which was visited by the cruise ship in April.

Third British national has suspected hantavirus infection, government says

The patient is on the remote Atlantic island of Tristan da Cunha, which was visited by the cruise ship in April.

Trump says US-Iran ceasefire still in place after exchange of fire in Strait of Hormuz

Iran accuses the US of violating the truce, alleging it targeted an oil tanker and carried out attacks on coastal areas.

What early election results show us in maps and charts

See which parties are winning - and losing – across the UK and who’s won in your area, using our interactive tool.

What early election results show us in maps and charts

Elections are taking place across the country in May. Use our postcode lookup to find out if there are elections where you live and who you can vote for.

Thunder pull away from Lakers in NBA playoffs, while Pistons down Cavs

Oklahoma City Thunder and Detroit Pistons take 2-0 leads in respective NBA playoff semifinal series.

Russia and Ukraine fight on despite WW2 celebration ceasefire proposal - Reuters

Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of violating ceasefire  Reuters

Russia and Ukraine fight on despite WW2 celebration ceasefire proposal - Reuters

Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of violating ceasefire  Reuters

Morning Bid: Markets cling on as ceasefire is tested - Reuters

Morning Bid: Markets cling on as ceasefire is tested  Reuters

Morning Bid: Markets cling on as ceasefire is tested - Reuters

Morning Bid: Markets cling on as ceasefire is tested  Reuters

Chicago street performer Andrew David robbed in broad daylight while singing by teen in viral video

"I just hope that all this attention and, like, social media, like, can just make it a learning experience for him."

Election results at a glance – and what's still to come

Reform UK has made gains at the expense of Labour and the Conservatives in early council election results overnight.

Election results at a glance – and what's still to come

Reform UK has made gains at the expense of Labour and the Conservatives in early council election results overnight.

CNBC Daily Open: Leadership challenge swirls around Starmer

U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing fresh pressure, as his Labour party suffers heavy losses in local elections across Britain.

Toyota fourth-quarter profit misses by wide margin as U.S. tariffs drive 49% slump

The world's largest automaker by sales volume saw a 1.89% year-on-year rise in revenue during the fourth quarter ended March.

Toyota fourth-quarter profit misses by wide margin as U.S. tariffs drive 49% slump

The world's largest automaker by sales volume saw a 1.89% year-on-year rise in revenue during the fourth quarter ended March.

‘A calamity’: Why is a record heatwave sweeping South Asia?

Countries including India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh have experienced temperatures soaring well above seasonal averages.

‘Not a Chance Hormuz Opens’: How Wall Street’s new NACHO trade bets on a prolonged oil shock

Traders are embracing the “NACHO” trade, betting Hormuz disruptions and elevated oil prices will persist longer than expected.

‘Not a Chance Hormuz Opens’: How Wall Street’s new NACHO trade bets on a prolonged oil shock

Traders are embracing the “NACHO” trade, betting Hormuz disruptions and elevated oil prices will persist longer than expected.

High school boys' volleyball: City Section playoff scores

CIF City Section boys' volleyball playoff scores

Here’s the latest.

England's Kemp never considered future during injury woe

England all-rounder Freya Kemp says she did not consider retirement or continuing her career solely as a batter during her recent injury woes.

England's Kemp never considered future during injury woe

England all-rounder Freya Kemp says she did not consider retirement or continuing her career solely as a batter during her recent injury woes.

Ex-prisoners recount abuse in Israeli detention centres

Former Palestinian detainees are speaking out about torture and sexual violence they faced in Israeli detention.

'We were strangers until we helped bring a paedophile to justice'

Having waived their right to anonymity, Nicola Bannon and Lynne Darcy are encouraging other victims of sexual abuse to come forward to the police.

Oil Prices Rise as U.S. and Iran Test Truce With Military Strikes

Oil prices rose after the United States attacked Iranian military sites in retaliation for Iran firing on U.S. warships in the Strait of Hormuz

Oil Prices Rise as U.S. and Iran Test Truce With Military Strikes

Oil prices rose after the United States attacked Iranian military sites in retaliation for Iran firing on U.S. warships in the Strait of Hormuz

'We were strangers until we helped bring a paedophile to justice'

Nicola Bannon and Lynne Darcy are encouraging other victims of sexual abuse to come forward to the police.

Home baker shuts cake shed over 'ridiculous' rules

Natalie Brook, 37, says she has stopped selling cakes from her garden over street trading rules.

Free Long Island soccer academy ‘removing all socioeconomic barriers’ to develop next generation

Soc’ it to ’em! 

Free Long Island soccer academy ‘removing all socioeconomic barriers’ to develop next generation

Soc’ it to ’em! 

Kneecap take on Mel C and Michael Jackson in chart battle

The Irish language rappers were leading the way midweek over Melanie C and Michael Jackson.

Kneecap take on Mel C and Michael Jackson in chart battle

The Irish language rappers were leading the way midweek over Melanie C and Michael Jackson.

David Attenborough's 'secret superpower' celebrated on 100th birthday

BBC producers talk about working with Sir David Attenborough on his 100th birthday.

Commerzbank plans 3,000 job cuts, raises targets as it fends off UniCredit takeover - Reuters

Commerzbank plans 3,000 job cuts, raises targets as it fends off UniCredit takeover  Reuters

Commerzbank plans 3,000 job cuts, raises targets as it fends off UniCredit takeover - Reuters

Commerzbank plans 3,000 job cuts, raises targets as it fends off UniCredit takeover  Reuters

US lifts hold on immigration applications for doctors, but leaves others waiting

Alabama Republicans look to set new US House primaries if courts allow redistricting

Six things to watch out for in the Scottish election

Results are expected to be announced across the country from early on Friday afternoon.

Toyota expects $4.3 billion hit from Iran war - Reuters

Toyota halves quarterly profit as Iran crisis hits  Reuters

Alexander-Arnold's England omission 'mind-boggling' to Rooney

Former England captain Wayne Rooney says it is "mind-boggling" that Trent Alexander-Arnold was left out of Thomas Tuchel's final squad before the World Cup.

Alexander-Arnold's England omission 'mind-boggling' to Rooney

Former England captain Wayne Rooney says it is "mind-boggling" that Trent Alexander-Arnold was left out of Thomas Tuchel's final squad before the World Cup.

Two Islamic-State linked Australian women charged with crimes against humanity

A third woman who also returned to Australia from Syria was charged with joining a terrorist organisation.

What early election results show us in maps and charts

See which parties are winning - and losing – across the UK and who’s won in your area, using our interactive tool.

Two Islamic-State linked Australian women charged with crimes against humanity

A third woman who also returned to Australia from Syria was charged with joining a terrorist organisation.

What early election results show us in maps and charts

Elections are taking place across the country in May. Use our postcode lookup to find out if there are elections where you live.

Beatles 'code of conduct' brought in for tourists

The code is designed to protect the privacy of residents living near popular Fab Four landmarks.

Beatles 'code of conduct' brought in for tourists

The code is designed to protect the privacy of residents living near popular Fab Four landmarks.

Global perceptions of US fall below Russia under Trump, survey finds - Reuters

Global perceptions of US fall below Russia under Trump, survey finds  Reuters

Global perceptions of US fall below Russia under Trump, survey finds - Reuters

Global perceptions of US fall below Russia under Trump, survey finds  Reuters

When will we know election results in England, Scotland and Wales?

Millions have voted in parliamentary elections in Scotland and Wales, and local elections in England.

From oil giants to banks - these companies are making billions from Iran war

Through surging profits or soaring share prices, the war has been a boon for some firms.

From oil giants to banks - these companies are making billions from Iran war

Through surging profits or soaring share prices, the war has been a boon for some firms.

Rare white-tailed eagles draw crowds of watchers

Photographers travel across the country to catch a glimpse of the birds in Christchurch.

Celebrating David Attenborough's 100th birthday in the South

As Sir David Attenborough turns 100 years old, here is how he helped nature in Hampshire and Dorset.

Lakers fall to Thunder in Game 2, trailing 0-2 in playoff series

The Lakers, one again, were so close. But they kept getting in their own way in their 125-107 Game 2 loss to the Thunder at Paycom Center.

Kentucky mom allegedly gave 22-month-old son a tattoo because he ‘wanted’ one

Several witnesses informed cops that the mom described the tattoo on her toddler as a "party dot tattoo" and strangely claimed that "he [the child] wanted the tattoo."

Indonesian authorities rushing to rescue 20 hikers after Mount Dukono eruption - Reuters

Indonesian authorities rushing to rescue 20 hikers after Mount Dukono eruption  Reuters

China Sees a ‘Giant With a Limp’ as U.S. Drains Weapons on Iran War

America’s ability to deter China in a war over Taiwan is weakened, Chinese analysts say, giving Beijing leverage in an upcoming summit with President Trump.

UAE says its air defenses are intercepting drone and missile fire

United Arab Emirates says its air defenses are intercepting drone and missile fire as Iran war’s ceasefire challenged

UK's Starmer vows to fight on after Labour punished in local polls - Reuters

UK's Labour Party suffers heavy early losses as Reform gains in elections  Reuters

Lakers whine about officials after dropping Game 2 to Thunder

Austin Reaves has a bounce-back performance with 31 points, but the defending champions dominate after halftime to open a 2-0 series lead.

Pakistan wins the toss and bowls against Bangladesh in the first cricket test

Pakistan captain Shan Masood has won the toss and sent Bangladesh in to bat first in the two-match test series opener

University explores endometriosis and cancer link

The condition affects one in 10 women in the UK and can cause debilitating pain and infertility.

Alabama Republicans look to set new US House primaries if courts allow redistricting

Alabama lawmakers are set to vote on a measure that could change the state's congressional primaries as part of a bid to switch its U.S. House districts

Alabama Republicans look to set new US House primaries if courts allow redistricting

Alabama lawmakers are set to vote on a measure that could change the state's congressional primaries as part of a bid to switch its U.S. House districts

US lifts hold on immigration applications for doctors, but leaves others waiting

U.S. immigration officials have quietly lifted a hold on green card and visa applications for doctors from three dozen countries

US lifts hold on immigration applications for doctors, but leaves others waiting

U.S. immigration officials have quietly lifted a hold on green card and visa applications for doctors from three dozen countries

New zoo enclosure for 'nature's clean-up crew'

The zoo says it hopes it will "inspire visitors to appreciate and help protect" endangered vultures.