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New US green card rule change forces most applicants to apply from abroad

International The News - 1 minute ago

Britney Spears argued with police during DUI arrest, footage shows - Pop star Britney Spears said she was "totally fine" to drive and had not had a drink for about six hours when she was pulled over by the California Highway Patrol. 11H ago

CBS News - 1 minute ago

The US, Raul Castro and regime change in Cuba -- The Explainer -- Charges against former president, relating to downing of two civilian planes by Cuban military in 1996, seen as aggressive escalation of tensions with Havana -- Harriet Marsden, The Week UK -- Published

The Week - 1 minute ago

Horror coal mine gas explosion in China kills 50 as more remain trapped underground -- A gas explosion at a coal mine in China has killed at least 50 people and trapped 38...

Daily Express - 1 minute ago

Politics -- 2027: Oriji clinches ADC governorship ticket in Ebonyi

Daily Post Nigeria - 2 minutes ago

US tells green card seekers to apply from abroad

Deutsche Welle - 2 minutes ago

SpaceX launches massive Starship V3 rocket on test flight - The largest and most powerful rocket in history blasted off after its first attempted launch was postponed. 1 hr ago

BBC News - 3 minutes ago

Putin vows retaliation after accusing Ukraine of hitting student dormitory -- Ukraine said it hit Russia's elite Rubicon drone military unit in a Moscow-occupied part of eastern Ukraine.

BBC News - 8 minutes ago

Southern California chemical leak forces evacuation of 40,000 residents

Times of India - 8 minutes ago

'Every health facility said they were full': fear that spread of Ebola in DRC is gathering pace

Guardian UK - 9 minutes ago

Queensland jockey dies in hospital after training accident

Australian Broadcasting Corp - 12 minutes ago

Trump shares key message about Donald Trump Jr's wedding - and why he won't go - Donald Trump had previously hinted he would not attend the event.

Daily Express - 13 minutes ago

Over 40,000 evacuated in California chemical leak as officials warn tank may explode -- Southern California officials have expanded evacuations in several Orange County cities due to concerns over a leaking toxic chemical tank that they say is "actively in crisis."

CBS News - 16 minutes ago

Are India and Pakistan quietly preparing to restart dialogue?

Aljazeera - 23 minutes ago

US doctor with Ebola in Berlin hospital not critically ill, family tests negative

New York Post - 25 minutes ago

Belgium to buy €700m missiles for F-35 jets, drones - 1 - m read

Gulf News - 25 minutes ago

Rubio arrives in India ahead of Quad talks as U.S. tries to reset strained ties

NPR - 25 minutes ago

How the Musk v Altman case revealed an 'uncomfortable' truth

Australian Broadcasting Corp - 26 minutes ago

Ibrahim Mahama at the Biennale, an American woman in Berlin and why Georgians are nuts for walnuts.

Deutsche Welle - 26 minutes ago

Estranged husband convicted of murder-for-hire in killing of New York City art dealer in Brazil

Manila Times - 26 minutes ago

Iran and Pakistan hold late-night talks amid renewed US-Iran negotiations

International The News - 26 minutes ago

Late night dumpster dance: Donald Trump's AI video celebrates Stephen Colbert's 'Late Show' exit

Times of India - 27 minutes ago

Makerfield or Breakerfield? Andy Burnham faces defining test in Reform stronghold

Irish Times - 28 minutes ago

Fire Reported at Russian Oil Depot After Ukrainian Drone Strike

Deccan Chronicle - 29 minutes ago

Scott Remer, the only full-time spelling bee coach, charges $180 an hour. Champs say he's worth it

Lancaster Online - 33 minutes ago

Trump's Iran war is losing the battle at home

Mehr News Agency - 38 minutes ago

Marco Rubio defends US troop deployments as NATO allies express concern

International The News - 40 minutes ago

Hundreds of Jan. 6 defendants prepare to seek compensation from Trump's Anti-Weaponization Fund - Hundreds of people prosecuted for crimes related to the Jan. 6 assault on the U.S. Capitol in 2021 plan to seek compensation from the U.S. government once a new taxpayer-funded anti-weaponization program is up and running. News - World - | 10 hours ago

CBC News - 41 minutes ago

World's longest suspension bridge cost £2.1bn to build – connects 2 continents

Daily Express - 42 minutes ago

Scott Remer, the only full-time spelling bee coach, charges $180 an hour. Champs say he's worth it

Toronto Star - 43 minutes ago

Why are anti-migrant attacks increasing in South Africa?

Aljazeera - 46 minutes ago

EU Urges Companies to Cut Reliance on China-Dominated Supply Chains

Epoch Times - 47 minutes ago

D - Analysis by Daniel Keane

Australian Broadcasting Corp - 47 minutes ago

As Trump weighs return to conflict in Iran, here's what could be targeted next

The Straits Times - 48 minutes ago

Blanche thrust into Republican firestorm over $1.8B fund as he seeks to prove his loyalty to Trump

Manila Times - 48 minutes ago

UN nuclear nonproliferation talks conclude without consensus on Iran and disarmament

International The News - 54 minutes ago

Gran won £110,000 on lottery then made decision that left bosses stunned

WalesOnline - 54 minutes ago

UPDATE - UAE backs WHO move against Iran's attacks on civilians - 1h ago - 24 - m read

Gulf News - 56 minutes ago

'Time is not in Russia's favor': Battlefield losses and economic pain pile pressure on Putin, European spy chief says

Apple Valley News Now - 56 minutes ago

UK officials suggested single market for goods with Europe -- Industry figures briefed on the move said the idea has not been taken forward at this point, after EU scepticism.

BBC News - 56 minutes ago

US Secretary of State Rubio starts first visit to India on heels of US-China summit

Channel NewsAsia - 59 minutes ago

Shock Escalation: Iran Hints At New 'War Resumption Wave' Against U.S.; Airspace Alert Issued

Times of India - 1 hour ago

Texas Democratic candidate says Zionists are a 'danger to humanity'

Fox News - 1 hour ago

Cuban Regime Faces Mounting Pressure as Calls for Change Grow

Epoch Times - 1 hour ago

The space race to create gym equipment for future astronauts -- Scientists are attempting to build exercise equipment to be used on future space flights.

BBC News - 1 hour ago

SpaceX launch of updated Starship V3 'delivered' on first flight

UPI - 1 hour ago

'Good night and good luck': CBS News Radio signs off for final time

Independent UK - 1 hour ago

Thousands ordered to evacuate around leaking California chemical tank

Manila Times - 1 hour ago

Mark Carney pushes unity as Alberta announces plan for a separation referendum

International The News - 1 hour ago

WHO Raises Alarm as Ebola Risk Peaks in DR Congo

Deccan Chronicle - 1 hour ago

UN nuclear non-proliferation talks fail

The Straits Times - 1 hour ago

Some fear US-Philippines war games are drawing conflict closer to home

Aljazeera - 1 hour ago

Tulsi Gabbard quits Trump administration

Russia Today - 1 hour ago

Canadian Gaza flotilla activist says he was beaten for days in Israeli detention -- Sara Jabakhanji -- -

CBC News - 1 hour ago

Brent Harvey is about to lose his place in AFL history

Australian Broadcasting Corp - 1 hour ago

'Small mistake': Maldives cave divers died after 'taking wrong turn'

Sydney Morning Herald - 1 hour ago

Russia accused of 'directing' Ukrainian drones as 'propaganda' warning issued -- An increasing number of drone incursions have been experienced in NATO's eastern flank.

Daily Express - 1 hour ago

US extends travel ban to permanent residents who've visited Ebola-hit countries

The Straits Times - 1 hour ago

Was Boeing responsible for deadly crashes that killed 346? What US jury said

Times of India - 1 hour ago

Reported Oman-Iran talks hint at new Hormuz phase -- m read

Gulf News - 1 hour ago

Ugandans rue link to Bundibugyo, the Ebola virus type named after a district of cocoa farmers

Toronto Star - 1 hour ago

Ugandans rue link to Bundibugyo, the Ebola virus type named after a district of cocoa farmers

Lancaster Online - 1 hour ago

China: At least 8 dead, dozens trapped in coal mine blast

Deutsche Welle - 1 hour ago

China coal mine explosion leaves eight dead and dozens trapped

International The News - 1 hour ago

Iraq urges Iran-US deal for regional stability

Mehr News Agency - 1 hour ago

'Revenge matter of time': IRGC-trained Iraqi arrested over assassination plot against Donald Trump's daughter Ivanka

Times of India - 1 hour ago

Thousands evacuated in Southern California due to failing chemical tank

The Straits Times - 1 hour ago

Navy's acting secretary says Taiwan arms sale put on "pause" over Iran war -- The acting secretary of the U.S. Navy said Thursday that arm sales to Taiwan had been put on "pause" to ensure that the American military had sufficient munitions for its Iran operations. -- May 21

CBS News - 1 hour ago

Moment SpaceX rocket explodes in the Indian Ocean after splashdown -- Elon Musk's SpaceX has successfully launched its Starship V3 rocket, which landed in a planned fiery explosion on Friday.

BBC News - 1 hour ago

SpaceX launches biggest model of Starship megarocket

SBS - 1 hour ago

Tulsi Gabbard resigns as Trump's top US intelligence official

Aljazeera - 1 hour ago

Eight dead, dozens trapped in China coal mine blast

Manila Times - 1 hour ago

Trump holds Iran crisis talks with national security team amid ongoing negotiations

International The News - 1 hour ago

US officials cancel Memorial Day weekend plans amid possibility of Iran strikes: Report

Times of India - 1 hour ago

WATCH SpaceX Starship explode on splashdown 'as expected'

Russia Today - 1 hour ago

Trump Unloads On Iran, Big Declaration On Tehran's Nuclear Dream; 'We Finally Stopped Them...'

Times of India - 2 hours ago

Rubio arrives in India ahead of Quad talks as US tries to reset strained ties

Lancaster Online - 2 hours ago

Ukraine war briefing: Putin promises revenge after blaming Kyiv for Luhansk attack he says killed six

Guardian UK - 2 hours ago

Congo World Cup squad must isolate before entry into the US: Official

The Straits Times - 2 hours ago

Coal mine gas explosion in China kills 8 and leaves dozens trapped underground

Toronto Star - 2 hours ago

'Every hour making coffins': Funeral wakes banned as WHO lifts Ebola threat to 'very high'

Sydney Morning Herald - 2 hours ago

Most people seeking green cards must now apply from outside US -- A new policy closes a loophole that has allowed people to apply for a green card, or permanent residency, while in the country.

BBC News - 2 hours ago

The Lancet names the most widespread illness: Should you be worried?

Russia Today - 2 hours ago

The lawyers versus engineers battle: A unique way to look at the US-China rivalry

Times of India - 2 hours ago

'Let it boom': Trump finally gets his Fed pick, with uncharacteristic fanfare

Sydney Morning Herald - 2 hours ago

Hello Greenland! Trump Posts Pic Against Nuuk Skyline

Deccan Chronicle - 2 hours ago

Inside China's Forced Organ Harvesting System: Journalist Jan Jekielek to Present Decades of Evidence at Toronto Book Talk

Epoch Times - 2 hours ago

White House mulls renewed Iran military action: report -- m read

Gulf News - 2 hours ago

Parents charged months after alleged alcohol-fueled Halloween party

Independent UK - 2 hours ago

40,000 people under evacuation orders for a chemical tank leak in Southern California

Toronto Star - 2 hours ago

Children's entertainer Danny Go!'s son dies of cancer aged 14

Australian Broadcasting Corp - 2 hours ago

We must make sure Russia and China can't prop Iran up, Sen Marsha Blackburn says

Fox News - 2 hours ago

Oil-rich province to vote on leaving Canada

Russia Today - 2 hours ago

Japanese woman who scaled the world's 14 top peaks says she wants to share joy

Bay to Bay News - 2 hours ago

More than 40,000 Californians evacuated due to chemical tank leak -- Officials have warned that the tank contains a "highly volatile" substance that could lead to an explosion.

BBC News - 2 hours ago

Trump defends war against Iran and says he believes the conflict will be over soon | Midday News Bulletin 23 May 2026

SBS - 2 hours ago

One dead and dozens of firefighters injured in Staten Island shipyard explosion -- More than 30 people, including firefighters, were hurt in the incident, which was described as "a complex, fast-developing emergency situation".

BBC News - 3 hours ago

Trump opens up on request to doctor before cognitive test

Daily Express - 3 hours ago

The perfect warm winter salad using crisp-roasted artichokes and grains

Australian Broadcasting Corp - 3 hours ago

US–Iran talks see 'slight progress' but gaps persist -- m read

Gulf News - 3 hours ago