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Opinion | The U.S. Needs Its Mideast Bases

If America won’t finish the job in Iran, leaving the Gulf Arab states would turn a failure into a rout.

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Opinion | China Gets Anxious Enough to Choose Worker...

Beijing reforms its system of resident registration, which creates a domestic migrant underclass.

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Renewed Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire Is Already Under...

The deal is contingent on Hezbollah halting attacks on Israeli forces and withdrawing fighters from southern Lebanon, the U.S. State...

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Iran Ratchets Up Pressure on Trump With Kuwait Airport...

The third strike on the tiny Gulf state in about a week escalated the standoff in the Strait of Hormuz to more sensitive targets.

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China Uses LinkedIn to Lure Spy Recruits in West,...

Beijing is accused of expanding its use of job sites to target military and government personnel.

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The Hormuz Squeeze Is Redrawing the Oil Map for Good

Saudi Arabia, the U.A.E. and Iraq are pouring money into pipelines, rail and storage to keep oil flowing even when the Strait of Hormuz...

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Opinion | The Woke Murder of Henry Nowak

Police arrested and let a white victim die while believing his Sikh killer.

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U.S.-Iran Skirmish Spurs Deadly Drone Attack on Kuwait...

The fresh fighting was among the most intense since an April ceasefire, and came as diplomatic efforts have stalled.

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The Venezuelan Left That Fought U.S. Influence Is...

Acting President Delcy Rodriguez’s cooperation with Washington is exposing rare divisions inside the socialist movement that she rode...

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Congo’s Ebola Outbreak Reaches Territory Held by Islamic...

The deadly strain has spread to a forested area where health workers, who are already coping with short supplies and local suspicions,...

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Europe Wants to Rely Less on Foreign Tech Infrastructure

The EU’s executive arm outlined a tech sovereignty package with policies targeting a range of tech infrastructure, from semiconductors...

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Ukraine Strikes St. Petersburg Ahead of Putin’s Economic...

The attack on an oil terminal and naval base came as guests arrived for the event at which the Russian president is expected to speak...

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Student Murder Sparks Accusations U.K. Police Are...

A call to police claimed a man had been racially abused. In fact, the man was a killer with a cover story.

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BOE’s Greene Says Case for Rise in Key Interest Rate...

The case for raising rates, which were left unchanged in April, grows stronger the longer the conflict in the Middle East continues,...

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Does the World Need Chinese Rare Earths? Not Necessarily,...

Beijing’s move to choke off the supply spurred companies to develop new products that could potentially circumvent Chinese sources.

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China’s Chip Ambitions Run Into a Global Tech Wall

Plus, Huawei will likely trail rivals by six to eight years by 2031 despite its innovations.

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BOE Survey Finds Businesses Expect to Raise Prices...

U.K. businesses polled in May expected to raise their prices at a faster rate, but wage increases were seen slowing, according to...

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Real-Time Satellite Intelligence Is Making Ukraine’s...

Commercial satellite imagery, which is sent straight to soldiers’ phones, is speeding up the kill chain and causing new problems for...

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Japan Prime Minister Says Will Defend Yen by Strengthening...

Despite recent foreign-exchange intervention, the Japanese currency has weakened again to near the 160 threshold against the dollar,...

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Milei’s Online Trolling Fueled His Rise. It’s Hurting...

The leader used X to vault from obscurity to power. Now his social-media feuds are alienating potential allies and frustrating voters.

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HSBC, StanChart Shares Slide as New Rules Could Restrict...

Shares in London-listed financial groups with a large presence in Asia fell on fears that new rules would curtail mainland Chinese...

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Russia’s Elite Is Souring on the War. Putin Doesn’t...

Some of Russia’s best-known hawks have become more open in expressing a belief that Moscow simply doesn’t have the capacity to achieve...

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Trump Tells Aides He Won’t Resume All-Out War With...

Repeated strikes by Tehran have ratcheted up pressure on the president and cast doubt over the ceasefire’s long-term viability, officials...

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Canada Orders Broadcast Regulator to Revise Streaming...

Industry watchers and consumer groups said the directive kills efforts by the CRTC to sharply increase the level of payments that...

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Air Liquide Invests $233 Million in South Korea to...

The French company signed a long-term contract with the semiconductor manufacturer to supply gases for its new packaging and testing...

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U.S., Canada Exchange Proposals to Move Trade Talks...

Canadian officials said they had a lengthy and positive meeting in Washington with U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer as they...

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Canada’s Carney Says GDP Weakness Reflects Policy...

There are signs of economic weakness in Canada, the prime minister said, arguing this reflects policy decisions that have been aimed...

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Do Israeli voters still trust Netanyahu?

Benjamin Netanyahu has long presented himself as the best Israeli politician to keep the country safe. But, going into another election,...

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In Trump’s second term, financial gain has become...

The Trump family’s wealth has surged over the 19 months since Donald Trump’s election. The circumstances are revealing how, on personal-finance...

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‘Jump for the USA! Olé!’ American superfans welcome...

Star-spangled superfans hope their raucous support might give U.S. soccer a home-field advantage.

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Fantastic film, terrible movie

Serious and sublime, or commercial and action-packed? Take your pick.

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Stories that show more than conflict

The Monitor works to keep readers informed of news from the world’s hot spots – and also to shine light on the humanity in these places.

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In Utah, growing pushback over a city-sized data center

The Stratos Project, backed by investor Kevin O’Leary, has scaled back its planned footprint near Utah’s Great Salt Lake. But scientists...

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A battlefield volunteer in Ukraine war has a story....

Anastasia Fomitchova left her life in Paris to join the fight for her native Ukraine. She was inspired to write a book about the bravery...

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Child's play is more than just that

Summer is a perfect time for kids to develop adult-free independence, an essential rite for growing up without unfounded fears. And...

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As Russia and Ukraine press drone war, NATO finds...

Ukraine’s defensive efforts against Russia are increasingly bringing its supportive European neighbors under fire. What are NATO nations...

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In Armenia’s elections, a choice: Stay in Russia’s...

As Armenia goes to the polls Sunday, voters face a choice between a prime minister seeking peace with rival Azerbaijan, and pro-Russia...

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Trump says Iran has 22% of missiles left

Donald Trump claims Iran still possesses 22% of its missiles, despite recent attacks and US efforts to diminish their war-fighting...

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Drogba made me support Chelsea – Tolu Obanro

Award-winning composer Tolu Obanro, known for “Gangs of Lagos” and “Jagun Jagun,” reveals his passion for football and why Didier...

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Musicians must reflect reality — Charly Boy

Veteran entertainer Charly Boy urges musicians to reflect societal realities and announces his forthcoming memoir, ‘999’, set for...

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Prioritise mastery over validation, Gabriel Afolayan...

Gabriel Afolayan, popular actor and singer, advises creatives to prioritise mastery over external validation, discussing his career...

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Ojude Oba 2026: Tradition, tourism and the changing...

Explore the Ojude Oba Festival 2026 in Ijebu-Ode, a vibrant celebration of Yoruba heritage, culture, and economic impact. Discover...

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397 Nigerians undergo screening to leave S’Africa

Amid rising xenophobic tensions, 397 Nigerians are undergoing screening to leave South Africa. Learn more about the ongoing repatriation...

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Banks face N100m penalty for forex violations

Nigerian banks face a N100m penalty for forex violations under new CBN rules. Learn about the sweeping compliance regime and sanctions...

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Imprisoned mandate: Inside ‘controversial’ conviction...

Explore the ‘controversial’ conviction of Enugu Assembly winner Emeka Ngene, raising concerns about judicial corruption and political...

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Justice can’t restore my legs, eye lost to terrorists...

Margaret Attah, an Owo attack survivor, shares her harrowing experience and thoughts on the recent court judgment, stating justice...

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Eight Anambra pastors remanded over fake miracles

Eight pastors in Anambra have been remanded for allegedly staging fake miracles and violating the state’s Homeland Security Law, 2025....

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My marriage… With Dr Israel Oyeniyi (Praizmania)

Dr. Israel Oyeniyi (Praizmania) shares insights from his 23-year long-lasting marriage, offering advice on communication, forgiveness,...

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Insecurity: Oyo restricts commercial motorcyclists

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has restricted commercial motorcyclists (Okada) from operating between 10:30pm and 5:30am to curb...

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Enugu warns against market closure over political...

Enugu State Government warns market leaders against shutting down markets for political rallies, threatening sanctions for violators....

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Bakare, VC advise youths on personal devt

Pastor Tunde Bakare and Prof Olalekan Asikhia urge Nigerian youths to embrace personal development, leadership, and continuous learning...

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