The average price of U.S. gasoline fell below $4 a gallon for the first time in months, after Iran and the U.S. signed a preliminary agreement to cease hostilities for 60 days and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
The president of Taiwan voiced “high hopes” that President Trump would approve $14 billion in arms orders for the island, downplaying concerns raised last month when Trump suggested U.S. military support for Taiwan was negotiable.
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A member of Iran’s medical team says the World Cup team endured delays, multiple security searches and a rushed exit, frustrating players and officials.
The Knicks have accepted an invitation to visit the White House and celebrate their first championship in more than 50 years, said James Dolan, the team’s owner. The Knicks would become the first NBA team to visit the White House in President Trump’s tenure.
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Voters in Makerfield, an electoral district in northern England, will go to the polls for a special election, and the outcome of the race has the potential to reshape Britain. Here's what to know.
The police in Kansas City said they were searching for a man suspected of committing five roadway shootings that left one person dead. The attacks took place just before the city’s first World Cup match on Tuesday night.
A proposed wealth tax on billionaires in California is headed to the ballot this November unless its opponents strike a deal.
Oil prices fell and stocks rose on Thursday after Pakistan’s leader announced that the agreement between the U.S. and Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz would take effect immediately.
Here is what to know about the by-election on Thursday in Makerfield, the outcome of which could lead to Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s ouster.
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The attacks, which killed one and injured four, played out as the city was preparing to host its first World Cup match. An Uber driver taking Argentina fans to the stadium was among the victims.
A proposed wealth tax on billionaires is headed to the ballot unless Gov. Gavin Newsom and other opponents reach a deal with backers to remove it.
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James Dolan said he was “very proud” to bring his championship team to Washington. It would be the first N.B.A. team to visit the White House with Trump as president.
President Lai Ching-te made the hopeful remarks after Mr. Trump suggested that he could use a proposed $14 billion arms package for Taiwan as leverage with Beijing.
