U.S. Military Strikes a Boat in the Caribbean, Killing 3
The latest attack raised the death toll to at least 180 in the campaign by the United States against people it accuses of smuggling drugs at sea.
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Oil prices rise after Trump says Iranian ship seized
Energy markets have seen wild swings since the US and Israel attacked Iran on 28 February.
Canada’s prime minister says economic ties with US are a weakness that must be corrected - AP News
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U.S. Fires on Iranian Cargo Ship in Arabian Sea - The New York Times
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US intercepts and seizes Iranian-flagged cargo ship, Trump says
Tehran vows retaliation soon for what it calls an "act of armed piracy", which comes as the US prepares for a second round of talks.
Man kills 7 of his children and 1 other in mass shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana, police say - CBS News
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Oil Prices Jumped and Stock Futures Fell on Renewed Iran Conflict
Traders, hopeful on Friday that a peace deal was near, were digesting the developments over the weekend.
‘We’re Catholic first’: Sunday mass attendees weigh in on Trump’s feud with Pope Leo - The Guardian
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Eight children killed in Louisiana shooting, police say
The children, aged from one to 14 years old, were killed in a shooting that police are describing as a "domestic disturbance".
Rumen Radev looks set to win Bulgarian Parliamentary election
Exit polls put his Progressive Bulgaria on 37%, more than double the score of the closest runner-up, but he will likely need to form a coalition to govern.
Communities launch cleanup after severe weather and tornadoes churn across Midwest
At least 66 tornado reports were submitted across multiple states on Friday, according to the National Weather Service.
Hamas Officials Say Group Is Ready to Hand Over Some Weapons
Two senior Hamas officials in Gaza said the group was prepared to relinquish some automatic rifles and other arms, a concession that falls short of Israeli-U.S. demands.
Democrats Eye a Broader Battlefield to Capture Congress in November
Weighed down by President Trump’s approval ratings, some Republican incumbents are struggling to raise money while Democrats look for targets like a Tennessee seat south of Nashville.
Democrats Eye a Broader Battlefield to Capture Congress in November - The New York Times
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Tehran will never cede control of Strait of Hormuz, senior Iranian politician tells BBC
Lyse Doucet speaks to Ebrahim Azizi, who says Iran "will decide the right of passage" through the crucial shipping route.
Will the DHS shutdown affect security for the World Cup?
The FIFA World Cup is a little over 50 days away. NPR's Rob Schmitz talks to former Department of Homeland Security official Juliette Kayyem about the security concerns people have about hosting the tournament in America
Energy Secretary Says Gas Prices May Stay Above $3 Until 2027
Secretary of Energy Chris Wright’s acknowledgment in a TV interview undercut President Trump’s earlier claim that price increases would be “short-term.”
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US intercepts and seizes Iranian-flagged cargo ship, Trump says
Tehran vows retaliation soon for what it calls an "act of armed piracy", which comes as the US prepares for a second round of talks.
Eight children killed in Louisiana shooting, police say
The children, aged from one to 14 years old, were killed in a shooting that police are describing as a "domestic disturbance".
Oil prices rise after Trump says Iranian ship seized
Energy markets have seen wild swings since the US and Israel attacked Iran on 28 February.
Tehran will never cede control of Strait of Hormuz, senior Iranian politician tells BBC
Lyse Doucet speaks to Ebrahim Azizi, who says Iran "will decide the right of passage" through the crucial shipping route.
Ukraine police chief resigns after officers allegedly fled deadly shooting
Authorities say the officers have been suspended and an investigation into their actions is under way.
Rat poison found in HiPP baby food jar in Austria, police say
The brand warned on Saturday that consuming the purées may be potentially "life-threatening".
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Communities launch cleanup after severe weather and tornadoes churn across Midwest
At least 66 tornado reports were submitted across multiple states on Friday, according to the National Weather Service.
Will the DHS shutdown affect security for the World Cup?
The FIFA World Cup is a little over 50 days away. NPR's Rob Schmitz talks to former Department of Homeland Security official Juliette Kayyem about the security concerns people have about hosting the tournament in America
8 children killed in a shooting in Louisiana, police say
The suspect was the father of seven of the children killed, police said. The victims ranged in age from 1 to about 14 years old, according to police in Shreveport, La. A total of 10 people were shot.
Why nearly every farmer who grows these chile peppers is a woman
Chile peppers are a traditional part of Indian cuisine — and a key crop for women farmers. They say it's too demanding for men. "In spite of the challenges," says one, "we've found freedom."
U.S. seizes Iranian cargo ship in Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. has taken custody of an Iranian-flagged cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz after firing on its engine room, President Trump said in a post on social media.
Real estate investors are buying up long-term care facilities. Residents can suffer
Real estate investment trusts are landlords for thousands of nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and hospitals. Some select the managers and keep close watch but deny blame for bad care.
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Energy Secretary Says Gas Prices May Stay Above $3 Until 2027
Secretary of Energy Chris Wright’s acknowledgment in a TV interview undercut President Trump’s earlier claim that price increases would be “short-term.”
Oil Prices Jumped and Stock Futures Fell on Renewed Iran Conflict
Traders, hopeful on Friday that a peace deal was near, were digesting the developments over the weekend.
Hamas Officials Say Group Is Ready to Hand Over Some Weapons
Two senior Hamas officials in Gaza said the group was prepared to relinquish some automatic rifles and other arms, a concession that falls short of Israeli-U.S. demands.
Syrian Billionaires Needed a Favor in Washington. They Invoked the Trump Name.
The attempt by the Khayyats to influence foreign policy while discussions are underway about potential Trump family deals is an increasingly common feature of the president’s second term.
U.S. Military Strikes a Boat in the Caribbean, Killing 3
The latest attack raised the death toll to at least 180 in the campaign by the United States against people it accuses of smuggling drugs at sea.
Democrats Eye a Broader Battlefield to Capture Congress in November
Weighed down by President Trump’s approval ratings, some Republican incumbents are struggling to raise money while Democrats look for targets like a Tennessee seat south of Nashville.
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U.S. Fires on Iranian Cargo Ship in Arabian Sea - The New York Times
U.S. Fires on Iranian Cargo Ship in Arabian Sea The New York Times US intercepts and seizes Iranian-flagged cargo ship, Trump says BBC Iran war live: Tehran slams US ‘piracy’ after ship seizure, vows response Al Jazeera
Man kills 7 of his children and 1 other in mass shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana, police say - CBS News
Man kills 7 of his children and 1 other in mass shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana, police say CBS News Suspect dead after 8 children killed, 2 women wounded in Louisiana shooting NBC News SPD, LSP investigating fatal mas
Trump says US delegation will travel to Islamabad on Monday, Iran declines talks - France 24
Trump says US delegation will travel to Islamabad on Monday, Iran declines talks France 24 Iran rebuffs Trump's plan for new round of peace talks, state media reports CNBC US seizes Iranian cargo ship as Tehran rejects a
What to know about tariff refund site that's set to go live Monday - Axios
What to know about tariff refund site that's set to go live Monday Axios This tariff-refund portal is about to be America's hottest website NPR Businesses can claim refunds for Trump tariffs ruled unconstitutional starti
3 students, 2 others shot near the University of Iowa, authorities say - Politico
3 students, 2 others shot near the University of Iowa, authorities say Politico Three students among five wounded in shooting at Iowa City Ped Mall KCRG Officials: 5 injured, including 3 University of Iowa students in sh
‘We’re Catholic first’: Sunday mass attendees weigh in on Trump’s feud with Pope Leo - The Guardian
‘We’re Catholic first’: Sunday mass attendees weigh in on Trump’s feud with Pope Leo The Guardian Pope Leo’s target is bigger than Trump. He’s rebuking the ‘MAGA Jesus’ CNN Chicago faith leaders defend Pope Leo amid clas