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Melania Trump delivers statement at the White House denying knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein's crimes

First lady Melania Trump has delivered a statement at the White House denying ties to Jeffrey Epstein and knowledge of his crimes

Melania Trump delivers statement at the White House denying knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein's crimes
Economy|Interview|Political|World

Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel tells NBC News that he will not step down

Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel has told NBC News’ Meet the Press that he would not step down in his first interview with a U.S. network

Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel tells NBC News that he will not step down
Crime|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Democrats grow bolder on talk about removing Trump from office after his Iran threats

Dozens of Democratic lawmakers are saying President Donald Trump should be removed from office after he threatened Iranian civilization would “die” if it didn’t meet his demands

Democrats grow bolder on talk about removing Trump from office after his Iran threats
MidEast|Political|World

After Trump’s Iran ultimatum and a fragile ceasefire, Iranian Americans brace for what’s next

Iranian Americans are experiencing uncertainty as the Trump administration imposes deadlines and intermediaries seek paths to avoid escalation of the war in Iran

After Trump’s Iran ultimatum and a fragile ceasefire, Iranian Americans brace for what’s next
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Opinion|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Donald Trump Jr. criticizes the European Union during a trip to Bosnia

Donald Trump Jr. has lashed out at the European Union

Donald Trump Jr. criticizes the European Union during a trip to Bosnia
Arts|Education|Political|World

1776’s Declaration of Independence inspired Washington’s troops to fight against the odds – and also helped bring in powerful allies

The Declaration of Independence isn’t just a philosophical breakup letter. It was a strategic move to secure vital support for America after its first declaration of war.

1776’s Declaration of Independence inspired Washington’s troops to fight against the odds – and also helped bring in powerful allies
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

As Trump threatens Iran's infrastructure, a Tehran couple wonders how to prepare

A couple living in Iran's capital have grown used to the sound of daily airstrikes five weeks into the war

As Trump threatens Iran's infrastructure, a Tehran couple wonders how to prepare
Crime|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Bondi struggled to prosecute Trump foes. But will a new attorney general make a difference?

Pam Bondi is out of her job after failing to deliver criminal cases against President Donald Trump’s political enemies

Bondi struggled to prosecute Trump foes. But will a new attorney general make a difference?
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Political|US

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans an April rally to mark his first 100 days in office

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans an April rally to mark his first 100 days in office

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans an April rally to mark his first 100 days in office
Economy|Political|US|World

Trump’s Iran war leaves Republicans adrift ahead of midterms

Donald Trump won the presidency by promising to lower costs and end wars

Trump’s Iran war leaves Republicans adrift ahead of midterms
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

Trump fires Pam Bondi as attorney general

Trump fires Pam Bondi as attorney general

Trump fires Pam Bondi as attorney general
Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science

Kratom poisonings surged 1,200% over the past decade, and regulators are struggling to keep up with the dangers

Conflicting claims about kratom are widespread, but scientific evidence makes the risks clear.

Kratom poisonings surged 1,200% over the past decade, and regulators are struggling to keep up with the dangers
Political|US|World

Republican leaders in Congress announce plan to end Homeland Security shutdown

House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader John Thune have announced a plan to fully fund the Department of Homeland Security and try to end a record partial government shutdown

Republican leaders in Congress announce plan to end Homeland Security shutdown
World

Whispers in the Supreme Court as Trump takes a front-row seat for oral arguments

President Donald Trump has attended oral arguments at the U.S. Supreme Court, marking a first for a sitting president

Whispers in the Supreme Court as Trump takes a front-row seat for oral arguments
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

CNN Poll: Trump’s approval rating on the economy hits a new low

CNN Poll: Trump’s approval rating on the economy hits a new low

CNN Poll: Trump’s approval rating on the economy hits a new low
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political

Judge rules that HUD effort to change criteria for homeless funding is unlawful

A federal judge in Rhode Island has ruled that the Trump administration's effort to change the criteria for using tens of millions of dollars in funding to aid homeless people was unlawful

Judge rules that HUD effort to change criteria for homeless funding is unlawful
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Political

Why is there a golden toilet on the National Mall?

Why is there a golden toilet on the National Mall?

Why is there a golden toilet on the National Mall?
Interview|MidEast|Political|US|World

Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan talks diplomatic efforts as regional war rages

Turkey’s foreign minister says diplomacy between the U.S. and Iran is stalled, but he thinks quiet back-channel talks remain possible

Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan talks diplomatic efforts as regional war rages
Political|Sports|World

Trump discourages Iranian soccer team from attending the World Cup, citing safety concerns

President Donald Trump says he doesn't think it'd be “appropriate” for the Iranian soccer team to attend this year's World Cup

Trump discourages Iranian soccer team from attending the World Cup, citing safety concerns
Political

Trump leaned toward endorsing Cornyn. Then the leaks started — and Paxton made a ‘genius move’

Trump leaned toward endorsing Cornyn. Then the leaks started — and Paxton made a ‘genius move’

Trump leaned toward endorsing Cornyn. Then the leaks started — and Paxton made a ‘genius move’
Economy|Election|Finance|US|World

A record number of Republicans are leaving the House

A record number of Republicans are leaving the House

A record number of Republicans are leaving the House
MidEast|Political|World

Lebanon's latest conflict brings rare public backlash against Hezbollah as war flares again

Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon are driving thousands of families to flee again, and some longtime Hezbollah supporters are now openly blaming the group

Lebanon's latest conflict brings rare public backlash against Hezbollah as war flares again
Business|Economy|Education|Opinion|World

Trump’s war against Iran is uniquely unpopular among US military actions of the past century

Trump’s Iran war is historically unique in one critically important way: Early on, the war is not popular with the American public.

Trump’s war against Iran is uniquely unpopular among US military actions of the past century
Crime|Political|US

New Mexico authorities search Zorro Ranch formerly owned by Epstein

New Mexico authorities search Zorro Ranch formerly owned by Epstein

New Mexico authorities search Zorro Ranch formerly owned by Epstein
Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

Fact check: Trump’s latest false, unproven and contradictory claims about the Iran war

Fact check: Trump’s latest false, unproven and contradictory claims about the Iran war

Fact check: Trump’s latest false, unproven and contradictory claims about the Iran war
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

White House says it fired NTSB member over misconduct but Todd Inman denies the allegations

The White House says it fired an NTSB board member for serious misconduct, and he says the claims are false

White House says it fired NTSB member over misconduct but Todd Inman denies the allegations
Opinion|Political|World

47 years of deep mistrust and misperception paved the way to war between Iran and the US − and complicate any negotiations

The war that began Feb. 28 hews to a familiar, dangerous pattern, writes an Iran expert, from deep, historical mistrust and incompatible strategic interests to miscommunication and misperception.

47 years of deep mistrust and misperception paved the way to war between Iran and the US − and complicate any negotiations
Opinion|Political|Science|World

Iraq war’s aftermath was a disaster for the US – the Iran war is headed in the same direction

More than 20 years after the US military success in Iraq, the outcome of the US effort at regime change wasn’t as expected, and authoritarians with close ties to Iran now rule the country.

Iraq war’s aftermath was a disaster for the US – the Iran war is headed in the same direction
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

The Latest: Trump says Iran had a new site for developing nuclear weapons

U.S. President Donald Trump says that the war with Iran began because that country was starting work on a new site for developing material for nuclear weapons

The Latest: Trump says Iran had a new site for developing nuclear weapons
Uncategorized

Sharing a stage, Justices Jackson and Kavanaugh spar over Supreme Court orders favoring Trump

Supreme Court Justices Ketanji Brown Jackson and Brett Kavanaugh sparred over the many emergency orders the court has issued allowing President Donald Trump to move ahead with key parts of his agenda

Sharing a stage, Justices Jackson and Kavanaugh spar over Supreme Court orders favoring Trump
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

GOP lawmaker says he's leaving the Republican Party and will serve as an independent

Rep. Kevin Kiley of California says he’s dropping his Republican Party affiliation to serve as an independent

GOP lawmaker says he's leaving the Republican Party and will serve as an independent
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|World

Colombia's President Petro wins in congressional election, but lacks majority to advance reforms

President Gustavo Petro’s political party has emerged victorious in Colombia’s congressional election, but will have to build coalitions with other parties to advance its agenda

Colombia's President Petro wins in congressional election, but lacks majority to advance reforms
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Russia has provided Iran with information that can help Tehran strike US military, AP sources say

Russia has provided Iran with information that could help Tehran strike American warships, aircraft and other assets in the region

Russia has provided Iran with information that can help Tehran strike US military, AP sources say
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump tells CNN Cuba is soon going to fall: ‘I’m going to put Marco over there’

Trump tells CNN Cuba is soon going to fall: ‘I’m going to put Marco over there’

Trump tells CNN Cuba is soon going to fall: ‘I’m going to put Marco over there’
Political|World

How Kristi Noem finally lost Trump — and her job

How Kristi Noem finally lost Trump — and her job

How Kristi Noem finally lost Trump — and her job
Business|Economy|Election|Political|US|World

US House campaigns are underway. Yet a redistricting battle triggered by Trump rages in some states

A partisan battle to redraw U.S. House districts is raging in some states, even though campaigning is underway

US House campaigns are underway. Yet a redistricting battle triggered by Trump rages in some states
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Election|Entertainment|Finance|Lifestyle|Political|US

Democrats confront how to rebuild Jesse Jackson's Rainbow Coalition as bruising primary fights loom

Democrats are gearing up for a bruising presidential primary as they argue over how to rebuild a winning coalition

Democrats confront how to rebuild Jesse Jackson's Rainbow Coalition as bruising primary fights loom
Sports|World

Team Venezuela expects the WBC to be a celebration, even on US soil

Venezuela enters the World Baseball Classic in Miami with politics hanging over the tournament

Team Venezuela expects the WBC to be a celebration, even on US soil
Americas|Arts|Crime|Political|Sports|World

With 100 days to go, World Cup faces new challenges with Iran war and Mexico violence

With 100 days to go until the World Cup, the Iran war has added a new layer of complexity to the tournament co-hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada

With 100 days to go, World Cup faces new challenges with Iran war and Mexico violence
Business|Interview|Political|US|World

‘I’m not grouchy, I’m just optimizing’: Thom Tillis doesn’t want to hear he’s not doing enough to challenge Donald Trump

‘I’m not grouchy, I’m just optimizing’: Thom Tillis doesn’t want to hear he’s not doing enough to challenge Donald Trump

‘I’m not grouchy, I’m just optimizing’: Thom Tillis doesn’t want to hear he’s not doing enough to challenge Donald Trump
Business|Political|US|World

Trump admin asked a court to drop court fights against law firms tied to Democrats. Now it’s changing its mind

Trump admin asked a court to drop court fights against law firms tied to Democrats. Now it’s changing its mind

Trump admin asked a court to drop court fights against law firms tied to Democrats. Now it’s changing its mind
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Blow after blow to the power of Iran and its proxy militias set the stage for US-Israel attacks

As Israel unleashed a sweeping military response to the brutal assault by Hamas on October 7, 2023, it aimed punch after punch at Iran, the militant group’s longtime sponsor, and its proxies

Blow after blow to the power of Iran and its proxy militias set the stage for US-Israel attacks
Africa|Asia|Political|World

Some celebrate in Iran after supreme leader's death, but deep fear and uncertainty remain

Some of the jubilation was open and even raucous

Some celebrate in Iran after supreme leader's death, but deep fear and uncertainty remain
MidEast|Political|World

Trump was once wary of ordering regime change in Iran. Here's what made him change his mind

Saturday’s military operation against Iran shows the dramatic evolution in risk tolerance that President Donald Trump has made in a matter of months

Trump was once wary of ordering regime change in Iran. Here's what made him change his mind
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump deliberated on Iran for weeks. His ‘massive and ongoing’ operation comes with acknowledgment US lives could be lost

Trump deliberated on Iran for weeks. His ‘massive and ongoing’ operation comes with acknowledgment US lives could be lost

Trump deliberated on Iran for weeks. His ‘massive and ongoing’ operation comes with acknowledgment US lives could be lost
Business|Crime|Economy|World

The Latest: Bill Clinton’s testimony about Epstein ties concludes after more than 6 hours

Former President Bill Clinton has finished his testimony before members of Congress for their investigation over convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein

The Latest: Bill Clinton’s testimony about Epstein ties concludes after more than 6 hours
Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump raises the possibility of a ‘friendly takeover of Cuba’ coming out of talks with Havana

President Donald Trump says the United States is talking with Cuba and raised the possibility of a “friendly takeover” of the island without explaining what that means

Trump raises the possibility of a ‘friendly takeover of Cuba’ coming out of talks with Havana
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US

House Democrats say they're headed back to power. Their agenda is a work in progress

Democrats are growing more confident of winning a majority in the House in the November elections

House Democrats say they're headed back to power. Their agenda is a work in progress
Crime|Political|US|World

Hillary Clinton testifies she has no information on Epstein's crimes and doesn't recall meeting him

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has told members of Congress she had no knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes and didn't recall ever meeting him

Hillary Clinton testifies she has no information on Epstein's crimes and doesn't recall meeting him