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#iran
fromFortune
2 weeks ago
World news

Iran has collected a 'pittance' of less than $1.3 million in Hormuz tolls, Bessent says, as currency dives to fresh record low | Fortune

Europe news
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Trump says Iran 'better get smart soon' as economies deal with skyrocketing energy prices

Talks between Iran and the U.S. on ending the war are stalled amid rising global energy prices and criticism of Iran's negotiation efforts.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Iran's foreign minister leaves Pakistan, heads to Russia for more talks

Abbas Araghchi travels to Russia to discuss Iran's diplomatic efforts amid ongoing tensions with the United States.
World news
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago

In New Escalation, US Attempts to Force Open Strait As Iran Fires on Boats

Iran views U.S. escort operations in the Strait of Hormuz as a ceasefire violation, leading to renewed hostilities.
World news
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Iran has collected a 'pittance' of less than $1.3 million in Hormuz tolls, Bessent says, as currency dives to fresh record low | Fortune

Iran proposes resolving U.S. issues in 30 days, seeking to end war and lift sanctions, while Trump remains skeptical of a deal.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Senior Iran Official Says War 'Likely' Restarting Soon

Renewed conflict between Iran and the U.S. is likely as no deal has been reached, according to Iranian officials.
Europe news
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Trump says Iran 'better get smart soon' as economies deal with skyrocketing energy prices

Talks between Iran and the U.S. on ending the war are stalled amid rising global energy prices and criticism of Iran's negotiation efforts.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Iran's foreign minister leaves Pakistan, heads to Russia for more talks

Abbas Araghchi travels to Russia to discuss Iran's diplomatic efforts amid ongoing tensions with the United States.
#skiing
Chicago
fromFast Company
16 hours ago

Trader Joe's just announced 9 new stores across the U.S. Here's where they're going

Trader Joe’s plans nine new stores across eight states, adding to an earlier batch of 18, with no opening dates provided.
#cuba
Miami food
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Nervy time for Havana neighbours of top officials as fears of US attack grow

US criminal charges against Raul Castro in Havana prompt anger, concern, and renewed fear of possible US military strikes.
World news
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

The U.S. and Cuba Have Both Abandoned Their Principles

America and Cuba's rivalry has shifted from ideological battles to financial negotiations over Cuba's future.
#artificial-intelligence
fromFortune
1 day ago
Silicon Valley

America's new AI map shows something surprising: 'A lot of normal people are adopting AI' | Fortune

fromFortune
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

China has 'nearly erased' America's lead in AI-and the flow of tech experts moving to the U.S. is slowing to a trickle, Stanford report says | Fortune

Silicon Valley
fromFortune
1 day ago

America's new AI map shows something surprising: 'A lot of normal people are adopting AI' | Fortune

AI adoption is strongest in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Utah, with Texas ranking above California in user share.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 month ago

China has 'nearly erased' America's lead in AI-and the flow of tech experts moving to the U.S. is slowing to a trickle, Stanford report says | Fortune

China has nearly closed the gap with the U.S. in artificial intelligence performance and leads in patents, publications, and industrial robot installations.
#palestinian-authority
World politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

US threatens to revoke the Palestinian UN ambassador's visa

The U.S. threatens visa revocation for Palestinian UN delegation members unless the Palestinian ambassador withdraws his vice president bid.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

US puts pressure on Palestinian leaders to withdraw bid for UN vice-presidency role

The US pressured Palestinian leadership to withdraw a UN General Assembly vice-presidency bid to prevent Palestinians from chairing Middle East-focused debates.
World politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

US threatens to revoke the Palestinian UN ambassador's visa

The U.S. threatens visa revocation for Palestinian UN delegation members unless the Palestinian ambassador withdraws his vice president bid.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

US puts pressure on Palestinian leaders to withdraw bid for UN vice-presidency role

The US pressured Palestinian leadership to withdraw a UN General Assembly vice-presidency bid to prevent Palestinians from chairing Middle East-focused debates.
Silicon Valley
fromFortune
2 days ago

America's new AI map shows something surprising: 'A lot of normal people are adopting AI' | Fortune

AI adoption is strongest in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Utah, with Texas ranking above California and New York across U.S. states and counties.
fromNature
3 days ago

Nearly half of the world's Nature Index chemistry research is now done in China

In 2025*, China was responsible for 53% of total chemistry Share in the Index. The United States, ranked second in the subject, accounted for 15%.
World politics
US news
fromwww.npr.org
5 days ago

Executions nearly doubled in the U.S. last year, and soared abroad

Executions worldwide reached a 44-year high in 2025, driven by major increases in Iran and the United States.
#ski-resorts
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Germany news: Merz wouldn't advise his kids to go to US

Friedrich Merz said he would not advise young Germans to study or work in the US due to a suddenly developed social climate and job difficulties.
Environment
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

As Trump targets offshore wind, a look at the global industry by the numbers

Offshore wind expansion is being slowed in the U.S. while other countries expand, with projected Massachusetts electricity savings from Vineyard Wind over 20 years.
World politics
fromScary Mommy
1 week ago

Just *Guess* Where America Is On This 2026 Best Countries Rankings

Switzerland ranks first overall, leading in economic development and governance, while the U.S. ranks first in culture and tourism but falls outside the top five in most categories.
Canada news
fromRealagriculture
1 week ago

Canadian combine sales remain positive through April despite farm profitability concerns

April 2026 Canadian farm equipment sales were mixed: 2WD and 4WD tractor sales fell, while combine sales rose strongly.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Jesus!' Hot Mic Catches CNN's Harry Enten Gobsmacked by Brutal' Inflation Report

Breaking just moments ago, a new brutal report on wholesale inflation. Way, way worse than expected. You can see that's the month-to-month increase at 1.4%. That was much more than was expected. On an annualized basis. It's at 6%.
US politics
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 week ago

51st State': The White House's latest threatening taunt to Venezuela

White House social posts used memes to suggest annexing Venezuela as the 51st state, while Venezuelan leadership emphasized diplomatic cooperation and investment.
#pakistan
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Pakistan scrambles to salvage US-Iran diplomacy as ceasefire faces collapse

Pakistan denies sheltering Iranian military aircraft from US strikes, saying aircraft movements were diplomatic logistics tied to US-Iran talks.
World politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Pakistan hosts U.S.-Iran peace talks after weeks of frantic diplomacy

Pakistan hosts peace talks with Iran and the US, marking its rise as a key diplomatic mediator.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Pakistan scrambles to salvage US-Iran diplomacy as ceasefire faces collapse

Pakistan denies sheltering Iranian military aircraft from US strikes, saying aircraft movements were diplomatic logistics tied to US-Iran talks.
World politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Pakistan hosts U.S.-Iran peace talks after weeks of frantic diplomacy

Pakistan hosts peace talks with Iran and the US, marking its rise as a key diplomatic mediator.
Parenting
fromTODAY.com
2 weeks ago

See the List of Most Popular Baby Names This Past Year

Olivia and Liam remained the top baby names in 2025, while Kasai and Klarity rose fastest in popularity.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Rubio meets Pope Leo: Can they heal White House-Vatican rift?

Pope Leo XIV and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met on Thursday during the latter's trip to Rome, with hopes of improving relations between the Vatican and Washington at a time when United States President Donald Trump has repeatedly attacked the pontiff. On Friday, Leo marks his first year leading the 1.4 billion-member Catholic Church.
Europe news
NYC food
fromTravel + Leisure
3 weeks ago

14 of the Best Food Cities in the U.S.

The United States features diverse food cities, showcasing a wide range of culinary experiences influenced by migration.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Wallaroos outmuscled by USA Eagles after wild weather delays Pacific Four clash

We can definitely say that ill-discipline was the reason why we probably weren't able to play the rugby game that we wanted, captain Siokapesi Palu Sekona said post-match.
Washington Wizards
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

South Africa appoints former apartheid-era negotiator as US ambassador

Roelf Meyer, who played a crucial role in ending white minority rule in South Africa, has been appointed as the new ambassador to the United States, indicating a shift in diplomatic strategy.
Right-wing politics
fromESPN
1 month ago

USA 0-1 Japan (Apr 14, 2026) Game Analysis - ESPN

Maika Hamano scored in the 27th minute, fooling Lilly Reale and sending a left-footed shot over goalkeeper Phallon Tullis-Joyce's outstretched hand, securing Japan's victory.
Women
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

ANALYSIS | NAFTA used to restrict cutting energy exports to America. Should CUSMA bring that back? | CBC News

The absence of energy proportionality in CUSMA marks a significant shift in Canada-U.S. energy trade relations.
Women
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

Rose Lavelle leads USWNT past Japan for 10th straight win

United States defeated Japan 2-1, marking their 10th consecutive win, with Lavelle scoring and assisting.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Brazil announces US partnership to intercept weapons, drug trafficking

Brazil and the US have formed a security partnership to combat arms and drug trafficking, seizing over 1,168 illicit arms in the past year.
Juventus
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

Auburn, Texas A&M to host Messi, Argentina for World Cup tuneups

Argentina will play two warm-up matches in the U.S. before the 2026 World Cup.
#ceasefire
World news
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Iranians, Watching Precarious Ceasefire, Express Desperation Over What's Next

The United States and Iran have agreed to a two-week ceasefire, with Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz under pressure from the U.S.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Gulf, Arab nations react to Iran-US ceasefire announcement

Countries in the region welcome a two-week ceasefire and urge negotiations for a permanent end to the ongoing war.
#cease-fire
World news
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
1 month ago

Ships Begin Moving Through Key Strait As Fragile US-Iran Truce Holds

A fragile cease-fire between the United States and Iran has been established, allowing for negotiations to seek a diplomatic resolution to the conflict.
Canada news
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Are stock markets and stores open on Easter Monday 2026? Hours today for banks, NYSE, Walmart, Costco, more

Easter Monday is not a national holiday in the United States, and most institutions operate as usual.
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Netanyahu Congratulates Trump For Successful Pilot Rescue: I Salute You'

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu praised President Trump for the successful rescue of an American pilot in Iran, highlighting cooperation between the U.S. and Israel.
Arts
fromArtnet News
1 month ago

Venice Biennale Artists Push to Ban U.S., Israel, and Russia From Exhibition | Artnet News

Artists and curators protest the inclusion of Israel, Russia, and the U.S. in the Venice Biennale, calling for their exclusion due to war crimes.
Canada news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Amnesty International flags World Cup human rights risks

The 2026 FIFA World Cup poses significant human rights risks for various stakeholders, particularly in the United States.
World politics
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

The Rapid and "Unprecedented" Collapse of American Democracy

Democratic processes are declining globally, with 41% of the world's population now living in autocratizing countries, including the United States.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

There's One Way to Split Restaurant Bills That Ends All Arguments

Cultural differences in bill-splitting practices lead to confusion and frustration, particularly between Canada and the United States.
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Iraq accuses U.S. of killing 7 soldiers in clinic strike

The airstrike constituted 'heinous aggression,' to which Iraq reserved 'the right to respond by all available means,' said Sabah al-Numan, a spokesman for the commander of Iraq's armed forces.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The self-deportee' hounded out of the US to Mexico: There are days when I feel literally insane'

Abel Ortiz's visceral reaction to American tourists arguing in Mexico City revealed his complex feelings about identity, as he felt compelled to confront them, saying, 'Not in my country!' despite having spent most of his life in the US.
Independent films
World politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Spain and the United States: A Defense Partnership That Strengthens Us All

Spain and the United States share a strong defense partnership that enhances transatlantic security and protects citizens across Europe and the Middle East.
Arts
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

10 Best Art Museums in the U.S.-From New York to California

The United States hosts ten prestigious art museums featuring diverse collections spanning Renaissance masterpieces, Indigenous art, and contemporary works across the country.
Boston Bruins
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Another Farmer hat-trick lifts USA to verge of fifth straight Paralympic sled hockey gold

The United States defeated Czechia 6-1 in the Paralympic sled hockey semi-finals, advancing to their fifth consecutive gold medal game with Declan Farmer scoring a hat trick and setting tournament records.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Press freedom declines in Americas, with US seeing sharpest drop: Report

Press freedom in the Americas reached its lowest point since 2020, with the United States experiencing the steepest decline, dropping from fourth to eleventh place in regional rankings.
#wrexham-fc
fromGoal
2 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Liverpool and Wrexham to go head-to-head as Championship side take on three Premier League sides in pre-season USA tour | Goal.com US

fromGoal
2 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Liverpool and Wrexham to go head-to-head as Championship side take on three Premier League sides in pre-season USA tour | Goal.com US

Liverpool FC
fromSI
2 months ago

Wrexham Land Premier League Opponent in Blockbuster Preseason Friendly

Wrexham will tour the United States in summer 2026, facing Liverpool at Yankee Stadium, Leeds United, and Sunderland in preseason preparation.
#olympic-mens-hockey
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Somaliland minister says US may access its minerals, military bases: Report

We are willing to give exclusive [access to our minerals] to the United States. Also, we are open to offer military bases to the United States, Khadar Hussein Abdi, minister of the presidency, told the AFP news agency in an interview on Saturday. list of 4 itemsend of list We believe that we will agree on something with the United States.
World news
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Alysa Liu wins Winter Olympics gold to end US women's 24-year figure skating drought

Alysa Liu won Olympic women's figure skating gold, the first U.S. individual Olympic women's gold in figure skating in 24 years following a multi-year comeback.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

Shark attacks rose in 2025. Here's why Californians should take note

Shark attacks returned to near-average levels in 2025 after a dip the previous year, according to the latest report from the Florida Museum of Natural History's International Shark Attack File, published Wednesday. Researchers recorded 65 unprovoked shark bites worldwide last year, slightly below the 10-year average of 72, but an increase from 2024. Nine of those bites were fatal, higher than the 10-year average of six fatalities.
Science
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

U.S. men defeat Sweden in overtime, advance to Olympic hockey semifinals

No one on the team was alive the last time the U.S. won gold in 1980. Now this team has a chance to end that drought after beating Sweden 2-1 in overtime Wednesday to advance to Friday's semifinals, where they will play Slovakia. The win was the Americans' first over Sweden in an Olympic tournament in nine games dating to 1960.
US news
National Hockey League
fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago

2026 Olympics: USA hockey gets stiff quarterfinal test in Sweden | amNewYork

United States faces Sweden in a high-stakes quarterfinal after dominating preliminaries, relying on Matthews and Tkachuk amid questions about full 60-minute consistency.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Winter Olympics briefing: Italy's blades of glory deliver a lights-out performance

Italy won men's team pursuit speed skating gold at Milano Cortina, defeating favored USA by 4.51 seconds for their first Olympic title since 2006.
fromEngadget
3 months ago

YouTube is down for thousands of users in the US

YouTube is experiencing an outage across the United States, with users in other countries like India and the Philippines also having problems with accessing the website. The issue seems to have started at around 8AM Eastern time and reached 326,000 reports in Downdetector before starting to taper down. More users reported having issues accessing the app, but I personally lost access to the homepage first.
Gadgets
fromTheLeafsNation
3 months ago

Auston Matthews starting a scrum? That's the captain the Leafs need to see more often: Leafs Morning Take

To kick off the latest edition of Leafs Morning Take, we discussed the Milan Games and what's ahead over the next few days. Just like the women, it really feels like Canada and the U.S. are on a collision course to clash in the Gold Medal game. Connor McDavid leads his squad with nine points, Auston Matthews and Matthew Tkachuk have five points apiece to top America's leaderboard.
National Hockey League
fromESPN.com
3 months ago

USA vs. Canada is the women's Olympic hockey rematch everyone was waiting for

Since women's hockey was introduced as an Olympic sport in 1998, the only two teams that have won gold are the United States and Canada. That will remain true this year. The rest of the world is starting to catch up, with emerging programs from Sweden, Czechia and even Switzerland, which made a surprising semifinal run. However, the North Americans remain the gold standard on the international stage.
Women
World news
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

The 30 countries that spend the most on their militaries, ranked

The United States spends nearly $1 trillion annually on defense, far exceeding other nations, while global military spending varies by priorities and GDP share.
Women
fromESPN.com
3 months ago

U.S. women's hockey blanks Sweden to play for Olympic gold

Aerin Frankel's shutout and a 5-0 win propelled the U.S. women's hockey team into the Olympic gold-medal game, extending tournament dominance.
fromLitter Box Cats
3 months ago

Olympics: Two assists for Tkacuk in USA's 5-1 win over Germany

Tkachuk was credited with the seconday helper on Auston Matthews' power-play goal at the 3:25 mark and then drew the primay assist on Brock Faber's even-strength marker with 2:25 left in the frame. He played 14:57, registered three shots on goal, took an unsportsmanlike conduct minor and finished the tilt with a plus-one rating as the Americans topped Group C with a perfect 3-0 record.
Miscellaneous
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
3 months ago

Canadian combine sales launch much higher to start 2026

Combine sales surged early 2026 in Canada and the U.S., while tractor sales showed mixed results—Canada up modestly, U.S. tractor sales declined, especially 4WD.
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