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2025-05-10

India, Pakistan Agree To ‘Full and Immediate’ Ceasefire After US-Brokered Talks, Trump Announces

'Congratulations to both Countries on using Common Sense and Great Intelligence'

An earthquake of 4.1 preliminary magnitude has been reported in Tennessee and was felt in Atlanta
2025-05-10

An earthquake of 4.1 preliminary magnitude has been reported in Tennessee and was felt in Atlanta

An earthquake of 4.1 preliminary magnitude has been reported in Tennessee and was felt in Atlanta, Georgia, and western North Carolina. That is according to the U.S. Geological Survey and local news reports. The website for USGS said the earthquake...

Pedestrian hit, killed in Midway District: SDPD
2025-05-10

Pedestrian hit, killed in Midway District: SDPD

A 51-year-old pedestrian was fatally struck Friday night in the Midway District, according to San Diego police.

The recovery of superyacht off Sicily is suspended after a diver dies
2025-05-10

The recovery of superyacht off Sicily is suspended after a diver dies

The company overseeing the recovery of a superyacht that sank last year off Sicily says it has temporarily halted operations after a specialist diver died. The Palermo Port Authority is overseeing the investigation. It has declined to comment on the...

The Latest: Pakistan says India fired missiles at air bases inside the country and Pakistan responds
2025-05-10

The Latest: Pakistan says India fired missiles at air bases inside the country and Pakistan responds

State-run Pakistan Television says retaliatory attacks are underway after India fired missiles at three air bases inside Pakistan

2025-05-10

Convicted road-rage assailant released from jail in SoCal arrested in similar attack in Hawaii

A man who was jailed and paroled after a series of violent road rage attacks in Southern California was arrested in Hawaii on allegations of similar crimes, according to authorities.

2025-05-10

Marchand scores in OT, Panthers top Maple Leafs 5-4 to cut series deficit to 2-1

Brad Marchand scored on a deflected shot at 15:27 of overtime and the Florida Panthers beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 5-4 on Friday night to cut their deficit in the Eastern Conference semifinal series to 2-1. Aleksander Barkov, Sam Reinhart,...

2025-05-10

Donovan Mitchell Scores 43 and Cavaliers Beat the Pacers 126-104 to Cut Series Deficit to 2-1

Donovan Mitchell had 43 points and nine rebounds, and the finally full-strength Cleveland Cavaliers beat Indiana 126-104 on Friday night to cut the Pacers’ lead to 2-1 in the Eastern Conference semifinals

How an American Cardinal Beat the Odds to Become Pope
2025-05-10

How an American Cardinal Beat the Odds to Become Pope

Cardinal Prevost overtook the favorite, Italian Cardinal Parolin, during a historic conclave.

2025-05-10

Vaughn homers as the White Sox beat the Marlins 6-2 to stop a 4-game slide

Andrew Vaughn homered and the Chicago White Sox beat the Miami Marlins 6-2 to stop a four-game slide. The White Sox went ahead to stay with three runs in the seventh. Brooks Baldwin hit a tiebreaking sacrifice fly against Max...

Pakistan PM calls meeting of body that oversees nuclear arsenal, says Pakistan military
2025-05-10

Pakistan PM calls meeting of body that oversees nuclear arsenal, says Pakistan military

ISLAMABAD (Reuters) - Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has called a meeting of the National Command Authority on Saturday, the military said, after Islamabad launched a military operation against India and targeted multiple bases.

Trump’s ‘favorite cardinal’ played ‘kingmaker’ role in selection of new pope: Report
2025-05-10

Trump’s ‘favorite cardinal’ played ‘kingmaker’ role in selection of new pope: Report

New York Cardinal Timothy Dolan, an ally of President Donald Trump, played the role of “kingmaker” in the selection of Pope Leo XIV, according to a Friday report. The Italian magazine il Giornale got hold of some of the first...

2025-05-10

Chris Paddack pitches Twins past Giants 3-1 for season-best 6th straight win

Chris Paddack took a three-hitter into the eighth inning, and the Minnesota Twins beat the San Francisco Giants 3-1 for their sixth straight victory. Matt Chapman homered with two outs in the seventh to spoil the shutout bid for Paddack....

2025-05-10

Taylor Walls draws bases-loaded walk in 8th to help Rays beat Brewers 4-3, end 7-game home skid

Taylor Walls drew a bases-loaded walk in the eighth inning to help the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Milwaukee Brewers 4-3 and snap a seven-game home skid. Brandon Lowe, who went into the game hitting .077 against lefties this season,...

Iran agrees to fourth round of indirect nuclear talks with US on Sunday, Tasnim news reports
2025-05-09

Iran agrees to fourth round of indirect nuclear talks with US on Sunday, Tasnim news reports

DUBAI (Reuters) -Iran has agreed to hold a fourth round of indirect nuclear talks with the United States on Sunday in Oman, the semi-official Tasnim News Agency reported on Friday, citing a member of the Iranian team.

Iran agrees to fourth round of indirect nuclear talks with US on Sunday
2025-05-09

Iran agrees to fourth round of indirect nuclear talks with US on Sunday

CAIRO (Reuters) - Iran has agreed to hold a fourth round of indirect nuclear talks with the United States on Sunday in Oman, Tasnim news reported on Friday, citing a member of the Iranian team.

Pope Leo XIV's brother on him being chosen as pontiff
2025-05-09

Pope Leo XIV's brother on him being chosen as pontiff

John Prevost, a retired Catholic school principal from Chicago, says he was stunned to see his younger brother named Pope Leo XIV and proud to witness his rise from priest to pontiff.

US Postal Service reports $3.3 billion quarterly net loss
2025-05-09

US Postal Service reports $3.3 billion quarterly net loss

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The U.S. Postal Service on Friday reported a net loss of $3.3 billion for the three months ending March 31 as the money-losing agency continues to hike stamp prices and look at ways to cut costs.

What to expect from Pope Leo XIV's papacy
2025-05-09

What to expect from Pope Leo XIV's papacy

American bishop Robert Barron speaks to "CBS Mornings" about the significance of the conclave choosing a U.S. pope, Pope Leo's international background and what to expect from his papacy.

Putin reassures Russians on Victory Day as Ukraine conflict drags on
2025-05-09

Putin reassures Russians on Victory Day as Ukraine conflict drags on

China's Xi Jinping joined Vladimir Putin for a huge Victory Day parade in Moscow, hoping to reassure Russians of their nation's strength as the Ukraine conflict grinds on.

New York Cardinal Dolan says new pope will seek to 'build bridges' with Trump
2025-05-09

New York Cardinal Dolan says new pope will seek to 'build bridges' with Trump

VATICAN CITY (Reuters) - New York Cardinal Timothy Dolan said on Friday he thought the new U.S. pontiff, Pope Leo, will seek to build bridges with all world leaders, including U.S. President Donald Trump.

Who is Pope Leo XIV? Here's what to know about the first pontiff from the U.S.
2025-05-09

Who is Pope Leo XIV? Here's what to know about the first pontiff from the U.S.

Cardinal Robert Prevost was chosen as the new pope, taking the name Leo XIV. Born in Chicago, he is the first pontiff from the United States and is also a dual citizen of Peru. CBS News' Seth Doane has more.

Five youths involved in swarming attack against Kelowna girl plead guilty
2025-05-09

Five youths involved in swarming attack against Kelowna girl plead guilty

The violent assault in October at Kelowna's Gyro Beach was captured on video and shared online.

2 men convicted in chainsaw massacre of UK’s beloved Sycamore Gap tree
2025-05-09

2 men convicted in chainsaw massacre of UK’s beloved Sycamore Gap tree

Two men have been convicted of cutting down the beloved Sycamore Gap tree in northern England.

Russia marks WWII victory with other world leaders as fighting in Ukraine continues
2025-05-09

Russia marks WWII victory with other world leaders as fighting in Ukraine continues

Russia is celebrating the 80th anniversary of victory in World War II, holding a large parade in Moscow. It comes amid continued fighting in Ukraine. CBS News' Elizabeth Palmer has more.

The Latest: Russia-West rift at forefront of celebrations for victory over Nazis
2025-05-09

The Latest: Russia-West rift at forefront of celebrations for victory over Nazis

In contrast to Russia’s celebrations marking 80 years since the surrender of the Nazis, European leaders agreed to set up a tribunal to try Russian leaders for Moscow’s war on Ukraine. The rift between Western European powers and Russia –...

US senator introduces bill calling for location-tracking on AI chips to limit China access
2025-05-09

US senator introduces bill calling for location-tracking on AI chips to limit China access

(Reuters) -A U.S. senator introduced a bill on Friday that would direct the Commerce Department to require location verification mechanisms for export-controlled AI chips, in an effort to curb China's access to advanced semiconductor technology.

The Transgender Man At The Center Of Donald Trump’s Military Ban Is Speaking Out
2025-05-09

The Transgender Man At The Center Of Donald Trump’s Military Ban Is Speaking Out

“I was serving without an issue. Why are they trying to make an issue where none existed previously?” Nicolas Talbott said.

Federal court rules Alabama congressional district maps violate Civil Rights Act
2025-05-09

Federal court rules Alabama congressional district maps violate Civil Rights Act

A federal court ruled that the congressional district map drawn by the Alabama legislature was unconstitutional, ordering that it use the court-drawn map from the 2024 election. The Thursday ruling was the latest in a lengthy saga regarding Alabama’s redistricting...

2025-05-09

New Zealand to Increase Redress Payments for Victims of Abuse in State Care

By Renju JoseSYDNEY (Reuters) - The New Zealand government said on Friday it would spend NZ$774 million ($457 million) in its 2025 budget for...

2025-05-09

Drake Baldwin drives in the winning run to lift Braves over Reds 5-4 in 11 innings

Drake Baldwin hit an RBI single in the 11th inning to drive in automatic runner Ozzie Albies and give the Braves their fourth win in their last five games, 5-4 over the Cincinnati Reds. Scott Blewett (1-0) pitched two scoreless...

2025-05-09

Trump fires Librarian of Congress and Baltimorean Carla Hayden

President Donald Trump fired Baltimore native and Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden on Thursday, according to statements from House Democrats.

2025-05-09

Tom Wilson leads the Capitals past the Hurricanes 3-1 with blocks, a goal and an assist

Tom Wilson has provided a little bit of everything for the Washington Capitals in their Game 2 victory over the Carolina Hurricanes. He just wasn’t sure the box score properly reflected quite just how much he contributed Thursday night. Wilson...

2025-05-09

Cenovus reports voting results of annual meeting of shareholders

CALGARY, Alberta, May 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cenovus Energy Inc. (TSX: CVE) (NYSE: CVE) held its annual meeting of shareholders on May 8, 2025. Each matter voted on is described in greater detail in the Corporation’s 2025 Management Information...

Trump fires head of Library of Congress, New York Times reports
2025-05-09

Trump fires head of Library of Congress, New York Times reports

(Reuters) - U.S President Donald Trump's administration has fired the Librarian of Congress, Carla D. Hayden, the New York Times reported on Thursday, citing a spokesperson for the organization.

Former head of crypto platform Celsius sentenced 12 years
2025-05-09

Former head of crypto platform Celsius sentenced 12 years

The founder and former CEO of bankrupt cryptocurrency trading platform Celsius, Alexander Mashinsky, was sentenced Thursday to 12 years in prison on fraud charges.

‘Viva il papa!’ Catholics celebrate new pope
2025-05-09

‘Viva il papa!’ Catholics celebrate new pope

If you are ever graced with the opportunity to be in St. Peter’s Square when the white smoke billows out of the Sistine Chapel chimney, the moment your eyes lock onto the plume will be etched in memory throughout earthly...

JD Vance Defends Trump's Doll Talk — And It's Even Wilder Than You Think
2025-05-09

JD Vance Defends Trump's Doll Talk — And It's Even Wilder Than You Think

The vice president backed up his boss' call for "bringing self-reliance back" to the economy with a bizarre example.

2025-05-09

India, Pakistan Accuse Each Other of Attacks as Hostilities Rise

By Aftab Ahmed and Charlotte GreenfieldJAMMU, India/ISLAMABAD (Reuters) -India and Pakistan accused each other of launching new military attacks on...

Taiwan congratulates Pope Leo, says hopes for deeper ties
2025-05-09

Taiwan congratulates Pope Leo, says hopes for deeper ties

TAIPEI (Reuters) - Taiwan President Lai Ching-te has sent his congratulations to Pope Leo on his appointment, saying Taiwan hopes to continue working with the Vatican to pursue peace, justice and religious freedom, the island's foreign ministry said on Friday.

2025-05-09

Taiwan President Congratulates Pope Leo, More Low Key Reaction From China

By Ben Blanchard and Liz LeeTAIPEI/BEIJING (Reuters) -Taiwan President Lai Ching-te sent congratulations on Friday to newly appointed Pope Leo,...

First Afrikaners granted refugee status due to arrive in U.S.
2025-05-09

First Afrikaners granted refugee status due to arrive in U.S.

Three months ago, President Trump signed an executive order telling white Afrikaans South Africans they could apply for refugee status in the U.S. The first group has been swiftly processed and is set to arrive on U.S. soil Monday

House follows Trump's lead with a vote to change the Gulf of Mexico to 'Gulf of America'
2025-05-08

House follows Trump's lead with a vote to change the Gulf of Mexico to 'Gulf of America'

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Republican-led House passed a bill Thursday that would rename the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America and direct federal agencies to update their documents and maps to incorporate the new name.

No new pope elected yet after black smoke pours out of Sistine Chapel's chimney
2025-05-08

No new pope elected yet after black smoke pours out of Sistine Chapel's chimney

Black smoke is again pouring out of the Sistine Chapel chimney. That indicates no pope was elected on second or third ballots of the conclave to choose a new leader of the Catholic Church. The smoke billowed out at 11:50...

3 Doors Down singer Brad Arnold diagnosed with stage 4 cancer, cancelling summer tour
2025-05-08

3 Doors Down singer Brad Arnold diagnosed with stage 4 cancer, cancelling summer tour

Brad Arnold, lead singer of American rock band 3 Doors Down, has been diagnosed with stage four cancer and is cancelling the band's upcoming tour, he announced in an Instagram post on Wednesday.

Putin lets U.S. media in for Victory Day as U.S.-Russia relations thaw
2025-05-08

Putin lets U.S. media in for Victory Day as U.S.-Russia relations thaw

As Russia celebrates its 80-year-old victory over Nazi Germany, Putin wants the world to see that despite the new conflict in Europe, he still has friends in high places.

VA’s online legacy project adds names of 210,000 vets lost overseas
2025-05-08

VA’s online legacy project adds names of 210,000 vets lost overseas

The expansion of the veterans online memorial includes the names of almost 93,000 veterans killed overseas during World War II.

India and Pakistan trade fire and accusations as fears of a wider military confrontation rise
2025-05-08

India and Pakistan trade fire and accusations as fears of a wider military confrontation rise

Pakistan's military said Indian attack drones wounded four soldiers. India, meanwhile, accused its neighbor of attempting its own attack, as tensions soar between the nuclear-armed rivals. India acknowledged Thursday that it targeted Pakistan’s air defense system, and Islamabad said it...

Mistrial for Michigan police officer charged in fatal shooting of Congolese immigrant
2025-05-08

Mistrial for Michigan police officer charged in fatal shooting of Congolese immigrant

A judge has declared a mistrial after the jury couldn’t reach a unanimous verdict in the second-degree murder trial of a Michigan police officer who shot Patrick Lyoya, a Black man, following a traffic stop in 2022. Thursday's mistrial was...

Aid group shuts down its soup kitchens across Gaza because of Israel's blockade
2025-05-08

Aid group shuts down its soup kitchens across Gaza because of Israel's blockade

A leading aid group says that Israel’s ongoing blockade of humanitarian assistance for Gaza has forced it to shut down its community soup kitchens. World Central Kitchen said Thursday that it was faced with empty warehouses and no replenishment of...

PHOTO COLLECTION: AP Top Photos of the Day, Wednesday, May 7, 2025
2025-05-08

PHOTO COLLECTION: AP Top Photos of the Day, Wednesday, May 7, 2025

This is a photo collection curated by AP photo editors.

All eyes on Sistine Chapel chimney as conclave enters day two
2025-05-08

All eyes on Sistine Chapel chimney as conclave enters day two

Anticipation gripped the Catholic world Thursday as the cardinals tasked with choosing a new pope prepared to retreat behind the heavy doors of the Vatican’s Sistine Chapel for their second day of voting. A plume of black smoke rose over the crowds thronging St Peter’s Square late Wednesday, confirming that the conclave’s first ballot had [...]The post All eyes on Sistine Chapel chimney as conclave enters day two appeared first on Digital Journal.

Neo-Nazis toast Hitler with sick swastika cake as police swoop in dawn raids
2025-05-08

Neo-Nazis toast Hitler with sick swastika cake as police swoop in dawn raids

Police executed search warrants in Oldham, Rochdale, Bolton, Urmston, Southport and Merseyside, following investigations

2025-05-08

AP Business SummaryBrief at 10:29 p.m. EDT

Federal Reserve leaves key rate unchanged as it sees risk of higher prices and higher unemployment

Fighter jet goes overboard from USS Harry S Truman. Yemen's Houthis assess Sanaa airport damage
2025-05-08

Fighter jet goes overboard from USS Harry S Truman. Yemen's Houthis assess Sanaa airport damage

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — An F/A-18 fighter jet landing on the USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier in the Red Sea went overboard, forcing its two pilots to eject, a defense official told The Associated Press on Wednesday.

2025-05-08

Marner scores tiebreaking goal as Maple Leafs beat Panthers 4-3 for 2-0 series lead

Mitch Marner scored the tiebreaking goal in the third period and the Toronto Maple Maple Leafs beat the Florida Panthers 4-3 to take a 2-0 lead in their second-round playoff series. Max Pacioretty and Max Domi each had a goal...

2025-05-08

Boeing vows to deliver new Air Force One by 2027, US official says

A top U.S. Air Force official said Boeing Co. is proposing to deliver its new version of Air Force One by 2027 as officials look to satisfy President Donald Trump’s demand for the updated presidential jetliner before the end of...

Federal judge temporarily blocks Trump administration's transit and homelessness grant conditions
2025-05-08

Federal judge temporarily blocks Trump administration's transit and homelessness grant conditions

SEATTLE (AP) — The Trump administration is temporarily blocked from imposing new conditions on hundreds of millions of dollars worth of mass transit grants for the Seattle area or homelessness services grants for Boston, New York, San Francisco and other...

2025-05-08

Buxton and Bader hit big homers as Twins top Orioles 5-2

Byron Buxton homered for a third straight game and Harrison Bader had a pinch-hit homer to lift the Minnesota Twins to a 5-2 win over the Baltimore Orioles for their fourth consecutive victory. Buxton hit a three-run shot to the...

2025-05-08

What happened with the 5 police officers accused of crimes in Tyre Nichols’ fatal beating

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Three of five former Memphis, Tennessee, police officers were acquitted by a jury Wednesday on all state charges including second-degree murder in the January 2023 fatal beating of Tyre Nichols. The other two ex-officers previously agreed...

2025-05-08

Sánchez allows 1 hit, Turner, Stott and Harper combine for 6 RBIs in Phillies 7-0 win over Rays

Cristopher Sánchez allowed one hit over six innings, Trea Turner, Bryson Stott and Bryce Harper each drove in two runs, and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Tampa Bay Rays 7-0. Sánchez (4-1) finished with three walks and five strikeouts and...

Sen. John Fetterman raises alarms with outburst at meeting with union officials, AP sources say
2025-05-08

Sen. John Fetterman raises alarms with outburst at meeting with union officials, AP sources say

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Democratic Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania was meeting last week with representatives from a teachers union in his home state when things quickly devolved.

Cardinals enter Sistine Chapel for secret conclave to elect new pope
2025-05-07

Cardinals enter Sistine Chapel for secret conclave to elect new pope

New pope unlikely to emerge before Thursday or Friday

Cardinals process into the Sistine Chapel to begin the conclave
2025-05-07

Cardinals process into the Sistine Chapel to begin the conclave

Nearly 130 Catholic cardinals have entered the Sistine Chapel, where they will take an oath of secrecy ahead of the first round of voting to select a new pope.

2025-05-07

Mali's military government is suspending political parties' activities, state TV says

BAMAKO, Mali (AP) — Mali ’s military government has announced the suspension of political party activities in the West African country “until further notice," state media said Wednesday, days after the first pro-democracy rally since soldiers took power by force...

Cardinals set to enter conclave to decide who follows Pope Francis
2025-05-07

Cardinals set to enter conclave to decide who follows Pope Francis

New pope unlikely to emerge before Thursday or Friday

Greece, Egypt Agree to Boost Ties, Back Gaza Reconstruction Plan
2025-05-07

Greece, Egypt Agree to Boost Ties, Back Gaza Reconstruction Plan

ATHENS -Greece and Egypt signed a “strategic partnership” deal on Wednesday as they seek to step up political coordination to help safeguard stability in the Eastern Mediterranean amid the ongoing war in Gaza. “Our bilateral cooperation is based on political, economic, and cultural ties, which are deeply rooted in history and defined by our strong [...]The post Greece, Egypt Agree to Boost Ties, Back Gaza Reconstruction Plan appeared first on GV Wire.

Disney to build its 7th theme park, this one in the United Arab Emirates
2025-05-07

Disney to build its 7th theme park, this one in the United Arab Emirates

Disney will build its seventh theme park, this one in the United Arab Emirates. The waterfront resort will be built on Yas Island on the outskirts of Abu Dhabi city. The theme park will be built and operated by a...

2025-05-07

AP Trending SummaryBrief at 10:39 a.m. EDT

The Steelers move on from George Pickens by trading mercurial receiver to Cowboys

Disney construirá parque temático en Emiratos Árabes Unidos
2025-05-07

Disney construirá parque temático en Emiratos Árabes Unidos

Disney construirá su séptimo parque temático, este en los Emiratos Árabes Unidos, informó la compañía de entretenimiento el miércoles.

Cardinals electing the next pope begin processing into the Sistine Chapel to open the conclave
2025-05-07

Cardinals electing the next pope begin processing into the Sistine Chapel to open the conclave

Catholic cardinals are filing into the Sistine Chapel for the start of the conclave to elect a new pope to follow Pope Francis. As they processed into the chapel adorned with Michelangelo’s “The Last Judgement,” the 133 cardinals chanted the...

Trump's DC prosecutor now seems doomed — and it couldn't happen to a nicer fellow
2025-05-07

Trump's DC prosecutor now seems doomed — and it couldn't happen to a nicer fellow

Ed Martin came out of old-school conservatism — and might be the very worst Trump appointee of 2025. So long!

2025-05-07

Utah Mammoth is the permanent name of the NHL team in Salt Lake City

The NHL team in Salt Lake City is now known as the Utah Mammoth.

2025-05-07

AP Entertainment SummaryBrief at 10:33 a.m. EDT

The Met Gala is over, but dandyism isn't. Here's how to dress like a dandy in everyday life

2025-05-07

At age 87, Kenyan author Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o remains impassioned about the power of language

Kenyan literary giant Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o is 87 and has struggled with his health in recent years, but he still hopes to complete a new book. He spoke with passion and energy about his current book, “Decolonizing Language.” It includes...

'Boardwalk Empire' star Michael Pitt arrested for sexual abuse
2025-05-07

'Boardwalk Empire' star Michael Pitt arrested for sexual abuse

‘Boardwalk Empire’ star Michael Pitt was arrested on Friday and charged with a series of sex crimes and assaults that occurred throughout 2020 and 2021.

Horrifying footage reveals devastating aftermath of India's strikes on Pakistan
2025-05-07

Horrifying footage reveals devastating aftermath of India's strikes on Pakistan

Tensions have soared between the nuclear-armed neighbors since last month's massacre of tourists in the Indian-controlled portion of Kashmir. India has blamed Pakistan for backing the militant attack, which Islamabad has denied.

Airlines re-route, cancel flights due to India-Pakistan fighting
2025-05-07

Airlines re-route, cancel flights due to India-Pakistan fighting

By Ben Blanchard, Abhijith Ganapavaram and Dan Catchpole

2025-05-07

López fans 11 as Correa, Buxton homer in Twins' 9-1 win over Orioles

Pablo López struck out a season-high 11 batters and Carlos Correa hit an upper-deck two-run homer during a five-run third inning as the Minnesota Twins opened a three-game series against the Baltimore Orioles with a 9-1 win. Byron Buxton also...

Bill Gates meets Indonesian leader to discuss health and sustainable development initiatives
2025-05-07

Bill Gates meets Indonesian leader to discuss health and sustainable development initiatives

JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — Bill Gates arrived in Indonesia on Wednesday to discuss health and sustainable development initiatives with the leader of the world’s fourth most populous country.

2025-05-07

Jesús Sánchez's RBI single in 10th inning lifts Marlins to 5-4 win over Dodgers

Jesús Sánchez singled with the bases loaded in the 10th inning, lifting the Miami Marlins to a 5-4 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers. Shohei Ohtani and Freddie Freeman homered for the Dodgers, who lost for only the second time...

2025-05-07

Brewers get all the offense they need in first inning of a 4-3 victory over Astros

Jake Bauers hit a two-run homer as the Milwaukee Brewers got all their runs in the first inning of a 4-3 victory over the Houston Astros on Tuesday. Rhys Hoskins opened the scoring with a two-out, two-run double off the...

2025-05-07

Witt has RBI single in 9th to rally Royals to 4-3 win over White Sox

Bobby Witt singled with the bases loaded to cap a crazy rally in the bottom of the ninth as the Kansas City Royals beat the Chicago White Sox 4-3. It was the second walk-off hit of Witt’s career, following a...

Authorities investigating first deadly bear attack in Florida
2025-05-07

Authorities investigating first deadly bear attack in Florida

Authorities are investigating what could be the first deadly black bear attack in Florida's history after an 89-year-old man and his dog were found dead in a rural community outside of Naples. NBC News' George Solis has the latest as wildlife authorities search for answers.

Georgia man accused of kidnapping free on bond
2025-05-07

Georgia man accused of kidnapping free on bond

A Georgia man accused of trying to kidnap a child inside a Walmart is now free on bond after being held for more than six weeks. NBC News' Priya Sridhar has an update from the hearing and his lawyer Ashleigh Merchant spoke with NBC News' Ellison Barber.

UN issues grave warning over India-Pakistan conflict as nuclear fears grow
2025-05-07

UN issues grave warning over India-Pakistan conflict as nuclear fears grow

The United Nations has issued a statement in response to the attack by India in Pakistan-administered Kashmir and the Pakistani province of Punjab.

Venezuelan opposition figures ‘rescued’, now in US: Rubio
2025-05-07

Venezuelan opposition figures ‘rescued’, now in US: Rubio

Five Venezuelan opposition figures who have been holed up in Argentina’s embassy in Caracas for more than a year are now in the United States after a “rescue” operation, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Tuesday. He gave no details other than to say that the opponents of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro’s regime were freed [...]The post Venezuelan opposition figures ‘rescued’, now in US: Rubio appeared first on Digital Journal.

Road rage suspect caught after viral hit-and-run caught on camera
2025-05-07

Road rage suspect caught after viral hit-and-run caught on camera

A camera in Oregon captured the moment a minivan swerved across three lanes on the highway, hitting a motorcyclist in what police are calling an intentional attack. NBC News' Yasmin Vossoughian explains how the suspect is now in custody after a critical tip to the police.

China Lowers Rates and Makes Bank Lending Easier in Response to Tariffs
2025-05-07

China Lowers Rates and Makes Bank Lending Easier in Response to Tariffs

Beijing rolls out its first major policy moves since Trump’s actions in April.

Why the race to be the next pope is ‘wide open’
2025-05-07

Why the race to be the next pope is ‘wide open’

As 133 Catholic cardinals gather in Vatican City to select the next pope, speculation is swirling about who it might be. The National’s Adrienne Arsenault breaks down some of the rumoured contenders, and why this conclave is proving difficult to predict.

North Korean leader urges increased artillery shell production amid Russian alignment
2025-05-07

North Korean leader urges increased artillery shell production amid Russian alignment

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has called for his munitions industry to boost the production of artillery shells, as the country continues to supply arms and troops to support Russia’s war on Ukraine

PHOTO COLLECTION: Pakistan India
2025-05-07

PHOTO COLLECTION: Pakistan India

This is a photo collection curated by AP photo editors.

Europe Launches $566M Program to Lure US Researchers Amid Trump Cuts
2025-05-06

Europe Launches $566M Program to Lure US Researchers Amid Trump Cuts

Europe is making a bold play to attract American academic researchers as President Donald Trump slashes funding to top U.S. universities and cracks down on international scholars, The Hill reported. French President Emmanuel Macron and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Monday announced that Sorbonne University will invest millions to lure scientists to [...]The post Europe Launches $566M Program to Lure US Researchers Amid Trump Cuts appeared first on GV Wire.

2025-05-06

Israel strikes Houthi-controlled airport in Yemen’s capital

Israeli jets struck the airport in Sanaa, Yemen’s capital, two days after a Houthi missile landed close to the international hub in Tel Aviv.

Roadside bomb targeting security vehicle kills 7 soldiers in southwest Pakistan
2025-05-06

Roadside bomb targeting security vehicle kills 7 soldiers in southwest Pakistan

Pakistan's military says seven soldiers have been killed by a powerful roadside bomb that struck a security vehicle in the southwest of the country

Red Sea paralyzed by drone attack on ports as video captures airport on fire
2025-05-06

Red Sea paralyzed by drone attack on ports as video captures airport on fire

The barrage was the second such attack this week on a city that had been a hub for people fleeing Sudan's two-year war, with no immediate word on casualties

Yemen's main airport in Sanaa disabled in airstrikes, Israel's military says
2025-05-06

Yemen's main airport in Sanaa disabled in airstrikes, Israel's military says

The strikes came after Israel launched airstrikes in retaliation for a Houthi missile strike​ the previous day on Israel's international airport.

Friedrich Merz wins on second ballot to become Germany’s chancellor, hours after his historic defeat
2025-05-06

Friedrich Merz wins on second ballot to become Germany’s chancellor, hours after his historic defeat

Friedrich Merz has succeeded in his bid to become the next German chancellor during a second vote in parliament, hours after he suffered a historic defeat in the first round. The conservative leader had been expected to smoothly win the...

This Is the Moment of Moral Reckoning in Gaza
2025-05-06

This Is the Moment of Moral Reckoning in Gaza

Opinion by Sean Carroll on May 6, 2025. OUR CLINICS HAVE FOUND CLEAR EVIDENCE OF STARVATION IN ONE-THIRD OF THE POPULATION. AND NOW ISRAEL WANTS TO TAKE OVER AID. Amman, Jordan A full-blown humanitarian emergency in Gaza is no longer looming. It is here, and it is catastrophic. It’s been more than two months since [...]The post This Is the Moment of Moral Reckoning in Gaza appeared first on GV Wire.

2025-05-06

Israeli airstrikes rock airport in Yemen’s capital

The IDF said the attack on Yemen’s main airport in Sanaa was in retaliation for a missile strike by Houthi militants that hit near Israel’s international airport Sunday.