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Iran 20 hours ago

Iran hangs a man convicted of spying for Israel

Iran's supreme court upholds Pedram Madani's death sentence for espionage as executions in the country reach alarming levels, state media reports.

Spain 20 hours ago

Seven migrants drown as boat capsizes at Spain's Canary Islands dock

Seven migrant women and children die as a boat coming from Africa capsizes off the Canary Islands. The incident reflects ongoing risks in the Atlantic migration path.

Germany 4 days ago

German defense minister says military draft could return if volunteer numbers fall short

Germany may reinstate compulsory military service if the volunteer system fails, says Defense Minister Pistorius, with a new military service bill potentially effective as early as 2026.

France 4 days ago

Power outage disrupts final day of Cannes Film Festival, police investigate possible arson

The Cannes Film Festival experienced disruptions due to a power outage in southeastern France. A substation fire is under investigation for possible arson.

Utah May 21

Utah man allegedly used phony cartel threats to hold pregnant girlfriend and family hostage for months: report

Dominic Garcia, 23, was arrested Saturday on 28 charges — including seven each of kidnapping and assault — following the six-month scheme.

Middle East May 21

At least 82 killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza as critical aid fails to reach Palestinians

Humanitarian aid struggles to reach Gaza amid a new round of deadly Israeli strikes. Diplomats came under attack in Jenin, while international pressure mounts on Israel.

Nebraska May 20

Nebraska becomes first state approved to ban soda purchases with food stamps

USDA approves Nebraska's waiver to exclude soda and energy drinks from purchase with food stamps, sparking debate on nutrition and food insecurity solutions.

Indiana May 20

Indiana executes man who killed police officer in 2000

Benjamin Ritchie was executed in Indiana for the 2000 shooting of Officer Bill Toney. The execution marks the state's second in 15 years.

Second Amendment May 17

Justice Department deal ends a ban on an aftermarket trigger, gun control advocates alarmed

Trump's DOJ ends ban on forced-reset triggers, sparking debate on gun rights and safety. The settlement marks a shift from Biden-era gun control regulations.

France May 13

French actor Gérard Depardieu found guilty of sexual assault, given 18-month suspended sentence

French actor Gérard Depardieu found guilty of sexually assaulting two women on movie set, receiving a suspended prison sentence and fine in the latest scandal for the movie star.

Megan Thee Stallion May 13

Rapper Tory Lanez stabbed 14 times in prison attack while serving for Megan Thee Stallion shooting

Tory Lanez, convicted for shooting Megan Thee Stallion, was stabbed in a California prison. The attack highlights ongoing tensions and legal issues in the hip-hop world.

United Kingdom May 12

British police investigate fire at Prime Minister Keir Starmer's London home

A fire damaged the entrance of PM Keir Starmer's empty London home overnight. Police are investigating the incident at the property, which has previously faced security concerns.

France May 10

Ukraine and its allies push for a 30-day ceasefire starting Monday

European leaders from France, the UK, Germany, and Poland demand Putin accept a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine starting Monday. Trump supports the proposal amid threats of increased sanctions.

Air And Space May 10

Soviet-Era spacecraft crashes back to Earth after 53 years

Soviet spacecraft Kosmos 482 reentered Earth's atomosphere Saturday morning after 53 years in orbit during a failed attempt to launch into Venus.

Utah May 7

Blue cities adopt Pride flags as official symbols in bid to skirt red-state laws

Boise and Salt Lake City have both adopted the Pride flag – or a slight variation of it – as official symbols as of Tuesday night, effectively circumventing state law.

Australia May 3

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese wins a second 3-year term

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has won another three-year term, making him the first Australian PM to clinch a second consecutive term in 21 years.

India April 26

Here's why a flare-up between India and Pakistan over Kashmir matters

Following Tuesday's massacre of 26 mostly Indian tourists, hostilities have intensified between India and Pakistan over the hotly contested Kashmir region.

Colorado April 26

Teens' night of rock throwing leads to murder conviction for man, now 20

Jurors have found Joseph Koenig, now 20, guilty of first-degree murder in the 2023 death of Alexa Bartell, who was killed after a stone crashed through her windshield.

Iran April 26

A massive explosion at an Iranian port linked to missile fuel shipment kills 5, injures over 700

Eight people were killed and 750 others were injured after an explosion and fire rocked a port in southern Iran; helicopters dumped water on the fire hours after the initial explosion.

India April 25

Indian officials say troops exchanged fire with Pakistani soldiers in disputed Kashmir

As tensions soared following a deadly attack on tourists, Indian and Pakistani soldiers exchanged fire along their frontier in the disputed Himalayan region of Kashmir.

New York April 22

Weinstein rape retrial to open, with majority-female jury

A majority-female jury will hear opening statements Wednesday in the retrial of disgraced Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein, who stands accused of rape.

Puerto Rico April 18

Crews restore power to nearly all customers after island-wide blackout hit Puerto Rico

Following an island-wide blackout that hit Puerto Rico earlier in the week after a transmission line failed, power was restored on Friday to more than 98% of customers.

Germany April 16

A Berlin doctor has been charged with the killings of 15 patients under palliative care

A German doctor has been charged with murdering over 15 people under palliative care; he has also been accused of attempting to cover up the crimes by starting fires in their homes.

Media April 16

Associated Press, Reuters rip Trump White House for cutting wire service slot in press pool

The Associated Press accused the Trump administration of retaliation and a "grave disservice" to the American people as the media-government feud continued.

Latin America April 13

Ecuador re-elects President Daniel Noboa amid nationwide unease over crime

Conservative Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa, a wealthy anti-crime crusader, was re-elected on Sunday, defeating left-wing lawyer Luisa González.

Idaho April 12

Intellectually disabled teen shot by Idaho police dies after being removed from life support

Victor Perez — an autistic and nonverbal 17-year-old boy who was shot repeatedly on April 5th by Idaho police — has died after being removed from life support.

Germany April 9

Conservative leader Friedrich Merz secures German government coalition after months of political drift

German's center-right Christian Democratic Union and center-left Social Democrats have reached a deal to form a new German government under Friedrich Merz.

White House April 8

Federal judge rules White House's Associated Press ban unconstitutional for 'viewpoint discrimination'

A federal judge called on the White House to restore the Associated Press' access to press events after it was barred from the Oval Office and Air Force One.

World Disaster Response April 8

At least 18 dead, 120 injured in roof collapse at Dominican Republic nightclub

A roof collapse at Jet Set nightclub in the Dominican Republic killed 18 and injured 120. Rescue teams are searching for survivors, while the cause remains under investigation.

Ukraine April 6

Russian air strikes kill 1 in Kyiv as Zelenskyy demands more pressure on Putin

One person was killed in Russian air strikes on Kyiv on Sunday while Kryvyi Rih mourns 19 victims of Friday's attack, which local authorities say also destroyed dozens of homes.