China's exports miss forecasts as U.S. tariffs hit, imports record sharpest decline since July 2023

An 8-year-old girl recently became the third person to die in a Texas measles outbreak, bringing attention to Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the health secretary, who endorsed the MMR vaccine but also promoted unproven treatments. Experts criticize his framing that suggests equal efficacy between vaccination and alternative treatments, warning it may exacerbate the outbreak, which has now reached 541 cases in Texas alone. As misinformation spreads, the risk of losing the U.S.'s measles-eliminated status increases,...

In his first interview following a significant agreement with Syrian interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa, SDF commander General Mazloum Kobane discusses the evolving relationship with the transitional government in Damascus. He addresses the future presence of US troops in the region and highlights an "atmosphere of stability" as a result of improving relations with Turkey. This engagement marks a critical moment in the geopolitical landscape of the area, suggesting potential shifts in alliances and stability. Full...

A major incident has been declared in Worksop, Nottinghamshire, following a suspected gas explosion that partially destroyed a terrace house on Saturday evening. Emergency services, including fire crews and the East Midlands ambulance service, evacuated nearby homes to ensure the safety of residents and to account for all individuals in the area. As of Saturday night, it was still uncertain if the explosion had resulted in any casualties. Full Article

Alex de Minaur's impressive clay-court run ended in the Monte Carlo Masters semi-finals with a close loss to Lorenzo Musetti, despite winning the first set 6-1. De Minaur, aiming to be the first Australian finalist since 1969, fell 1-6, 6-4, 7-6 (4) after nearly three hours of play as Musetti staged a comeback amid enthusiastic Italian support. Musetti will face Carlos Alcaraz, who reached his first Masters final in over a year by defeating Alejandro...

Decades after his mother Selonia Reed was murdered in 1987, Reggie Reed Jr. reflects on the profound impact of her death, which he experienced at just six years old. Selonia's body was discovered in her car with multiple stab wounds and evidence of sexual assault, leading to a complex investigation that uncovered various clues but no clear suspects. In his memoir, "The Day My Mother Never Came Home," Reggie shares his memories and the emptiness...

Iran and the US have held their first round of talks in Oman regarding Tehran's nuclear program, marking the highest-level meeting since 2018. The discussions, described as "constructive," lasted two-and-a-half hours and set the stage for a second round, with both sides indicating a desire for a fair agreement to limit Iran's nuclear ambitions in exchange for sanctions relief. US envoy Steve Witkoff emphasized the importance of dialogue, while Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi reported...