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The FBI has labeled a recent data breach, which reportedly targeted an FBI surveillance system, a “major incident” and notified Congress about the cyber intrusion, the agency confirmed to The Hill on Friday. “The FBI identified anomalous activity on an unclassified network and quickly leveraged all technical capabilities to remediate the incident,” the agency said…
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the U.S. Marshals Service detained a mosque president from Milwaukee who advocated for Palestinian rights, causing local and religious leaders to accuse the agency of detaining him for political reasons. The Islamic Society of Milwaukee also confirmed that ICE detained the man, “our beloved community leader” Salah Sarsour, after…
Shanghai’s many layers of architecture, culture and politics have made it a difficult fit for the Communist Party’s preferred narrative of Chinese victimhood and Western sins.
Democrats on Friday blasted the White House’s fiscal 2027 budget request, warning that it fails to address the needs of Americans and undermines critical domestic programs and priorities. The request, prepared by White House budget chief Russell Vought and unveiled Friday morning, calls for $1.5 trillion in defense spending, a roughly 42 percent increase from…
Many Americans continue to hold negative views of both the Democratic and Republican parties ahead of the midterm elections, according to a new poll. In a CNN survey released Friday, nearly a quarter of U.S. respondents said they have negative perceptions of both the Republican and Democratic parties. The respondents, however, preferred Democratic candidates in…
The breakfast favourite will be legally renamed when Britain aligns with new EU labelling rules.
The status of a decades-old bunker beneath the now-demolished East Wing is unclear, but the Trump administration has cited security concerns in its legal filings in favor of continuing construction.
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito sought medical attention after feeling ill at a March event in Philadelphia, the court confirmed Friday. The rare statement about the justice’s health comes after CNN reported the incident. The outlet said he was taken to a hospital. “Out of an abundance of caution, he agreed with his security detail’s recommendation to…
There is no organized opposition on the island because many critics of the regime have fled. But anti-government protests have been growing.
It appears to be the first ship owned by a major European firm to go through the strait since the conflict began.
A retired master sergeant in the Air Force on Wednesday pleaded guilty to inflating the cost of information technology contracts for the Pacific Air Forces by at least $37 million to enrich himself and co-conspirators, according to the Department of Justice. Alan Hayward James, 51, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud, bribery and…
Pope Leo XIV plans to personally carry the wooden cross through all 14 stations of the Way of the Cross at the Colosseum on his first Good Friday as pontiff
The GSDF soldiers on Monday became the first "combat-capable" Japanese troops to train in the Southeast Asian country since the end of World War II.
The Japan TimesIran’s parliamentary speaker decries US president’s ‘reckless moves’ after expletive-ridden threat; Israeli PM says Trump ‘expressed his appreciation for Israel’s help’ Trump warns Iran to reopen s…
The Guardian WorldFollow today’s news live Watch American sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson win her Stawell Gift heat The Paris Olympic 100m silver medallist started from scratch but powered past the field with ease. Co…
The Guardian WorldAs China runs away from the rest of the world in developing renewable energy, its coal mining industry is facing the prospect of major change
ABC News InternationalOnly the reigning champion is allowed to take his green jacket off the club's property, and then only until he returns to defend it the following year.
The Japan TimesLong concerned about geopolitical crises, China redoubled efforts to secure energy security when President Trump started raising the stakes in his first term.
The New York Times WorldEnglish-speaking con artists have targeted university students seeking summer internships, using a bogus 40-minute orientation session to make their dubious job offers appear genuine, Hong Kong pol…
South China Morning PostIn part two of our interview, Kiran Stacey speaks to the political scientist Prof Rob Ford about the voters Labour and the Conservatives are losing to the Greens and Reform, and how May’s elections…
The Guardian PoliticsUnion says new entitlements, part of Employment Rights Act 2025, will help lower-income households Up to 9.6 million UK workers are to benefit from the changes to sick pay rules, according to union…
The Guardian WorldOfficials in Egypt say the decision to order shops to close early for a month was unavoidable, given the country's heavy reliance on imported fuel.
The Japan TimesThis blog has now closed. Our live coverage of the US-Israel war on Iran continues here Iranian media has claims that a US aircraft was destroyed while searching for the crew member of a missing US…
The Guardian WorldNasa team get deeper into space than any humans have ever ventured Astronauts on the historic Artemis II mission are expected to reach the far side of the moon on Monday, venturing deeper into spac…
The Guardian WorldA fourth suspect was arrested after showing up at a hearing for the defendants, the police said. The March attack was widely condemned but has not been declared a terrorist incident.
The New York Times WorldBrent crude rose above $110 before those gains eased after a report of US-Iran talks over a potential ceasefire.
BBC News (Front page)The majority of the papers lead with Donald Trump's latest threat to Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz.
BBC News (Front page)President Trump used an expletive-laden social media post to taunt Iranian leaders, saying that the United States would attack if they did not fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
The New York Times WorldThe trip marks the first time since the disaster that the emperor and his family have visited the municipalities where the nuclear accident occurred.
The Japan TimesFirst-time activists are fueling an effort to unseat Viktor Orban by building a grassroots movement across rural Hungary.
The Japan TimesMore than 25% of elementary and junior high students who took part in a survey said bullying was the initial cause for wanting to stop attending school.
The Japan TimesSen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) on Sunday derided President Trump’s latest threats to Iran as “war crimes” if committed. “Trump is calling reporters today to tell them he is going to commit mass war cr…
The HillSeoul initially denied any official role in the January drone incursion but Lee Jae Myung said a probe had revealed government officials had been involved.
The Japan TimesHong Kong’s housing authorities will expand the use of smart technologies, such as door sensors, in-home fall detectors and stair climbers, to enhance safety and convenience for elderly residents a…
South China Morning PostUS president threatens to hit Iran’s power plants if it doesn’t reopen the Strait of Hormuz by Monday
The Independent WorldIran’s central military command said Monday that any attacks on civilian targets would trigger a “much more devastating” response. The statement followed a warning from US President Donald Trump, w…
France 24 EnglishRussia fired more than 280 drones overnight
The Independent WorldThe Japanese human resources platform operator is among the country's few unicorns, or unlisted startups that have been valued at more than $1 billion.
The Japan TimesNew regulations are tightening rules for recreational and civilian operators, with penalties for unauthorized flying of drones to include possible jail time.
The Japan TimesA centuries-old poetic form is being reshaped through everyday experiences, online exchange and a new generation of writers.
The Japan TimesFormer Georgia state Rep. Stacey Abrams (D) on Saturday slammed President Trump’s executive order on mail-in voting as unconstitutional and illegal. “It is patently illegal, and it is entirely in t…
The HillWhile the Liberal Democratic Party will not likely face major obstacles in the intelligence debate, it still could weigh down Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's administration.
The Japan TimesThe shrewd prime minister has constantly tweaked his country's political system to rule for 16 straight years as a dominant, albeit divisive figure.
The Japan TimesAn American woman was swept out to sea after she fell overboard during an evening dinghy trip with her husband off the Bahamas on Saturday, police said
NBC NewsFor the first time in more than half a century, astronauts will journey around the Moon, marking a major milestone in the Artemis II mission. The historic flyby promises not only breathtaking views…
France 24 EnglishU.S. President Donald Trump's blending of religious references with threats of military action drew criticism that it blurred the line between faith and policy.
The Japan TimesPresident shifts deadline again for attacking power plants and bridges in expletive-ridden social media post Middle East crisis – live updates Donald Trump issued an expletive-laden warning on Sund…
The Guardian WorldUCLA secured the first NCAA women's basketball national championship in school history — a goal that was set after losing in the first Final Four last season.
NPR NewsInvestigation comes after South Asian Muslim and caste-oppressed Hindu community representatives lodged formal complaint Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The Australian …
The Guardian WorldTakatoshi Nishiwaki, an independent, was backed by the Liberal Democratic Party, among others.
The Japan TimesThe rapper Ye was announced as the headliner for the Wireless Festival in London. He's gained notoriety over the years for his antisemitic comments and activities glorifying Nazis.
NPR NewsNancy Guthrie was last seen more than two months ago at her home near Tucson, Arizona
The Independent WorldThe women’s basketball program at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) captured its first NCAA title on Sunday, receiving praise from former President Obama and California Gov. Gavin Ne…
The HillIsrael has launched airstrikes across Lebanon since March 2, when armed group Hezbollah entered the Middle East war on the side of its backer, Iran.
The Japan TimesNigeria’s military said Sunday it rescued 31 worshippers abducted during Easter services in northwestern Kaduna state, after troops engaged gunmen in a firefight, though at least five people were k…
France 24 EnglishA Chinese electronics supplier ended 2025 more convinced than ever of China's manufacturing strengths.
The Japan TimesFor the Iranians, the Air Force colonel whose fighter jet had been shot down was possible leverage. For the U.S. military, finding him was a moral imperative.
The New York Times USPresident Trump taunted Iran on social media, while strikes continued in Iran, Israel, Lebanon and some Gulf states.
The New York Times WorldA US clampdown on visas for mainland Chinese and Hong Kong students last May led to year-on-year declines of 42 per cent and 35 per cent in the number of permits granted, but a consultant has said …
South China Morning PostGetting the complicated piece of equipment, known as the Universal Waste Management System, to work properly during the flight has become a recurring issue.
The Japan TimesA link is emerging between youth joblessness — now at the highest rate in over a decade — and applications being made to the forces.
The Japan TimesThe rescue could impact how Trump views a ground operation to take Kharg Island or to seize enriched uranium sites.
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