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U.S. Strikes Iranian Oil Tankers, Drawing Threat of Reprisal
American forces were said to have hit multiple vessels in response to Iranian attempts to hit a U.S. warship.
Canada’s Carney Doubles Down on Pivot Away from the United States
With tariffs on U.S. goods in effect and high-profile international engagements coming up, the Canadian leader keeps moving toward his goal.
Before Oct. 7 Attack, Netanyahu Was Warned, Report Says. He Denies It.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office denied the report in Haaretz that the Emirati president had warned him Hamas was planning a major operation against …
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7 compression socks to try if you sit or stand all day, according to the experts
Experts explain how compression socks may help improve circulation and ease swelling and discomfort…
Former Obama aides joke about Trump being stopped by heart disease or old age
Former Obama aides on "Pod Save America" appeared to joke about heart disease and time catching up …
Impunity in the West Bank
Former Israeli military officers warn that settler violence in the West Bank is destroying Israel’s…
Mamdani drops massive 9/11 records trove as old claims about Ground Zero come under fire
Over 170,000 pages released by Mayor Zohran Mamdani reveal internal memos questioning whether Groun…
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North America
U.S. trade war strengthens resistances in Canada as Carney retaliates with tariffs
Canada struck back at U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday with tariffs on about US$20-billion wo…
Dynacare lab workers go on strike in wage dispute
About 350 lab technicians and technologists with Dynacare hit the picket lines in Winnipeg and othe…
Justice Kavanaugh Blocks Missouri Voting Map Benefiting Republicans
Missouri’s Supreme Court blocked election officials from using a new congressional map, saying vote…
Smithsonian Leader Is Resigning After Clashes With Trump
Also, OpenAI says it solved one of math’s “Millennium Problems.” Here’s the latest at the end of Tu…
Europe
Trump tells Putin he wants swift end to Ukraine war, Kremlin says
US President Donald Trump told Russian President Vladimir Putin he wanted a swift end to the Ukrain…
German economy frets about Saxony-Anhalt election results
The AfD won the election in the eastern German state by a wide margin. While politicians and electi…
Missiles or mediation? Trump envoys shuttle between Russia and Ukraine
Exactly two months ago, Ukraine’s momentum was all the talk at a Nato summit in Turkey. What with i…
Fourteen go on trial over deadliest Channel small boats disaster
At least 30 men, women and children drowned when their dinghy capsized on 24 November 2021.
Asia
Africa
Kenya cracks down on foreign traders
In tonight's edition, Hundreds of Burundians flocked to their embassy in Nairobi to get travel do…
WFP says Ebola response in Congo must include food aid
World Food Programme Country Director David Stevenson said the response to Ebola in the eastern Dem…
Man wanted over killing own family in UK pleads guilty to gun offenses in South Africa
A man wanted by British police over the killings of his wife and two daughters pleaded guilty Tuesd…
When will Africa get its next Ballon d'Or winner?
Sadio Mane and Achraf Hakimi have been nominated for this year's Ballon d'Or - but when will an Afr…
Oceania
How safe are digital driver's licences?
The technology is close to military grade in a bid to foil hackers, an expert says.
Men charged after hours-long stand-off with armed police in Nelson
One of the men is facing charges of threatening to kill, possessing cannabis and failing to comply …
Years of waiting for diagnosis causing mental distress for women
For Samantha Banton, accessing an endometriosis diagnosis in WA's Pilbara took a significant toll o…
Live: ASX to recover from six-week low, Middle East flare-up drives oil towards $US100
The Australian share market is on track to rise slightly this morning, after dropping to a six-week…
South America
De la Espriella y Rubio relanzan las relaciones entre Colombia y Estados Unidos con una agenda de seguridad e inversión
El presidente colombiano y el secretario de Estado de EE UU pactan una serie de acuerdos para reest…
Bartra impulsa a un Betis que se estrena con victoria en Lille
El doblete del central y el gol de Parrot, más la roja a Mbappé, claves del triunfo en Francia 21 a…
El Real Madrid escapa de sí mismo y aguanta la victoria ante el Inter
El equipo de Mourinho se impone en un partido desconcertante en el que lució poco juego, castigó do…
Accelerating diversification: Canada seeks economic sovereignty amid Trump's 'nonsensical' posturing
François Picard is pleased to welcome Jean Simard, President and CEO of the Aluminum Association of…
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Utah
Little Bear P. Patocka Obituary (2026) - Salt Lake City, UT - Memorial Holladay-Cottonwood Mortuary - Millcreek - Legacy obituary
Little Bear P. Patocka Obituary (2026) - Salt Lake City, UT - Memorial Holladay-Cottonwood Mortuary…
LDS Church announces additional Salt Lake Temple tour reservations after 1 million spots claimed in 24 hours
After the strong response to the opening of Salt Lake Temple Open House Tour reservations, The Chur…
Episode 311: Finding hope in the modern dating landscape with BYU’s Jason Carroll
Idaho
Oregon's National Championship Odds Take Interesting Shift After Beating Boise State - Sports Illustrated
Oregon's National Championship Odds Take Interesting Shift After Beating Boise State Sports Illustr…
Downed power line blocks part of East 2000 North in Madison County
A portion of East 2000 North in Rexburg has been temporarily blocked off due to a downed power line…
From gas station spot to Main Street staple: Rexburg’s Blister’s Barbecue marks 15 years
Blister's Barbecue is celebrating its 15th anniversary on Main Street in Rexburg, Idaho. To mark th…
Wyoming
Cheyenne advances Cox Ranch annexation despite resident concerns over bundled BOPU land - Cap City News
Cheyenne advances Cox Ranch annexation despite resident concerns over bundled BOPU land Cap City Ne…
Wyoming Outdoor Hall of Fame To Induct Four New Members - Wyoming Game and Fish (.gov)
Wyoming Outdoor Hall of Fame To Induct Four New Members Wyoming Game and Fish (.gov)
Bison become cinematographers in new documentary - Cap City News
Bison become cinematographers in new documentary Cap City News
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Liechtenstein MPs vote to legalise abortion despite threat of veto
Organisers of the citizens' initiative say they have popular support, even though the all-powerful …
Faith leaders say they were ‘duped’ into attending RSS-linked event
Faith leaders say they were ‘duped’ into attending RSS-linked event
‘Talk About Getting Gaslit’: Blanche Slams Hochul’s 9/11 ‘Defund the Police’ Attack As a Stunt
Yen soars as Bank of Japan tipped to raise interest rates
Jump lifts currency to highest level against dollar in a month, while global markets remain jittery…
Dozens of trapped hydropower tunnel workers in Nepal could still be alive, official says
About 46 people believed to be trapped in ‘room-like’ structure inside hydro plant tunnel on Nepal-…
Gloria Steinem, Journalist and Activist, Has Died Aged 92
Writer and career leftist feminist activist Gloria Steinem died Wednesday. She was 92. The post Glo…
No end to torture of Gaza doctor Abu Safia in Israeli prison: What to know
Abu Safia, in custody for nearly two years, continues to face abuse inside prison, his lawyer says.
Care workers and others fleeing UK modern slavery win visa reprieve
Exclusive: Home Office concedes skilled workers abused by sponsors can change employer and complete…
