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'Catch and Kill' architect details Trump-boosting scheme
In the 1990s, Donald Trump famously gossiped to the tabloids about -- who else -- himself, a headline-chaser who loved none other than to see his name in lights, or at least in the supermarket checkout line.
Asian stocks rise on earnings optimism as US data approaches
Asian equities extended the week's gains Wednesday following a strong rally on Wall Street and another record in London, as traders cheered more upbeat earnings reports and data indicating a slowdown in US economic activity.
They stormed the US Capitol in 2021 - now they want to serve there
Three years ago, Derrick Evans was taking part in the January 6, 2021, assault on the US Capitol, joining hundreds of other Donald Trump supporters who refused to accept his defeat in the presidential election.
Colombian rebels holding Amazon hostage in peace talks
Colombian guerrilla fighters, who long used kidnapping to raise cash and gain negotiating clout, have turned to a new type of hostage: the Amazon rainforest.
Long-delayed Ukraine aid clears US Congress, awaits Biden signature
The US Senate approved a $61 billion aid package for Ukraine late Tuesday that had been stalled for months in Congress, with President Joe Biden vowing fresh supplies to be delivered swiftly to the warzone as Russia makes battlefield gains.
N. Macedonia votes in crucial elections for stalled EU talks
North Macedonia heads to the polls Wednesday for the first in a series of elections that could decide whether the diverse Balkan country will ever join the European Union.
Trump meets former Japanese prime minister in New York
Donald Trump met with former Japanese prime minister Taro Aso in New York on Tuesday, part of the Republican's shadow diplomacy as he campaigns to return to the White House in November's elections.
Migrant boat capsizes off Djibouti leaving 21 dead
At least 21 people perished in a new migrant boat disaster off the coast of Djibouti, the UN's migration agency said Tuesday.
Head of UN agency for Palestinians urges probe into staff killings
The director of the United Nations agency for Palestinian refugees hit back at Israel Tuesday, calling for a Security Council probe into the "blatant disregard" for UN operations in Gaza after some 180 staffers were killed.
Ukraine pushes military-aged men to return home
Ukraine on Tuesday suspended consular services for men of fighting age living abroad, after announcing measures to bring them home amid manpower shortages in the army fighting Russia.
Migrant deportations loom after parliament passes UK-Rwanda plan
The UK readied on Tuesday to start detaining migrants within days for deportation to Rwanda after the controversial plan got parliament's approval, sparking outrage from the UN and rights groups.
Macron in last-ditch bid to halt EU vote battering
With Emmanuel Macron's party badly lagging behind the French far right in opinion polls ahead of June's European Parliament election, the president hopes a set-piece speech on Europe on Thursday can help to close the gap.
US Senate to vote on Ukraine aid, potential TikTok ban
The US Senate could vote Tuesday on a major aid package for Ukraine, in legislation that also includes assistance for Israel and Taiwan and sets the stage to ban social media app TikTok.
UK's Sunak announces raised defence spending, new Ukraine aid
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak Tuesday announced additional funding for Ukraine and pledged to increase Britain's own defence budget, during a visit to the Polish capital Warsaw.
More than 130 arrested at NYU campus Gaza protests
More than 130 people were arrested overnight during pro-Palestinian protests at the New York University campus as student demonstrations gather pace in the United States over the Israel-Hamas war.
Biden campaigns on abortion in conservative Florida
US President Joe Biden travels to Florida on Tuesday, hoping -- and not without reason -- his push for abortion rights will resonate in the conservative-leaning state.
Prosecutors accuse Trump of 'willful' violations of gag order
Prosecutors on Tuesday accused Donald Trump of brazenly violating a gag order imposed by the judge presiding over his "hush money" trial to prevent him from intimidating witnesses.
Azerbaijan says 'closer than ever' to Armenia peace deal
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev said on Tuesday a peace deal with Armenia was closer than ever before, as teams from both countries began demarcating the border in a bid to end decades of territorial disputes and clashes.
EU parliament votes forced labour ban with China in its sights
EU lawmakers voted on Tuesday to ban products made using forced labour which supporters hope will be used to block goods from China, at the risk of raising tensions with Beijing.
No let-up on 200th day of Israel-Hamas war
The Israel-Hamas war entered its 200th day on Tuesday with fears mounting of an Israeli invasion in the overcrowded south of the besieged Gaza Strip amid calls for hostages to be freed.
Azerbaijan says 'closer than ever' to Armenia peace deal amid border talks
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev said on Tuesday that a peace deal with Armenia was closer than ever before, as teams from the two countries headed to the border to start demarcation work, hoping to end decades of territorial disputes.
How UK's biggest water supplier sank into crisis
Thames Water, the UK's largest water supplier, has been ravaged since privatisation by soaring debts and chronic underinvestment, sinking into a deep financial crisis which has sparked bailout speculation.
EU lawmakers greenlight new rules to rein in national spending
European Union lawmakers on Tuesday backed new budgetary rules aimed at boosting investment while keeping spending under control despite fierce criticism from leftwing groups.
UK's Sunak to announce Ukraine aid during visit to Poland
UK leader Rishi Sunak travels to Warsaw on Tuesday for talks with Polish premier Donald Tusk and NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg that will focus on Ukraine and wider European security.
Taiwan's Lai says US military aid package will 'deter authoritarianism'
Taiwan's incoming president Lai Ching-te said on Tuesday that a multi-billion US military aid package will "strengthen deterrence against authoritarianism", as China ramps up political and military pressure on the self-ruled island.
Aid workers worried over looming Rafah invasion
An expected Israeli assault on Rafah has aid groups scrambling for ways to help the 1.5 million civilians sheltering in the south Gaza city but the uncertain timeline poses a logistical nightmare.
'Everyone's afraid': Ukraine power plant workers fear fresh strikes
The clocks had stopped at the exact moment Russian missiles recently ripped into the Ukrainian power plant, where workers were clearing scorched debris under a gaping hole in the roof.
Council of Europe calls on UK to scrap Rwanda migrant plan
Europe's highest rights body on Tuesday called on Britain to scrap a controversial plan to deport asylum seekers to Rwanda, saying it raised "major issues" over their rights and the rule of law.
Aide to far-right German MEP arrested for spying for China
An aide to a German far-right member of the European Parliament has been arrested on suspicion of spying for China, German prosecutors said Tuesday, deepening concerns about foreign interference ahead of June's EU elections.
Migrant detentions set to begin after parliament passes UK-Rwanda plan
The UK readied on Tuesday to start detention of migrants within days before deporting them to Rwanda, after the controversial plan cleared its final hurdle, sparking criticism from the UN and rights groups.
Trump faces contempt hearing for comments on witnesses
Donald Trump faces a contempt of court hearing on Tuesday as part of his historic criminal trial, with New York prosecutors insisting the former president repeatedly violated the gag order issued to prevent him from intimidating witnesses.
Indigenous fashion center stage in Mexico presidential election
After years of fighting for greater recognition, Mexico's Indigenous weavers have seen their creations thrust into the spotlight by the two women leading the country's presidential race.