California to weigh tighter restrictions on voter registration amid US debate on election security - AP News

California to weigh tighter restrictions on voter registration amid US debate on election security  AP News

US imposes sanctions on Chinese teapot refinery for buying Iranian oil - Reuters

US imposes sanctions on Chinese teapot refinery for buying Iranian oil  Reuters

Venezuela, US in Talks to Bring Opposition Onto Central Bank Board - Bloomberg.com

Venezuela, US in Talks to Bring Opposition Onto Central Bank Board  Bloomberg.com

Exclusive | Ford, Geely Held Talks About Bringing Chinese Tech to America - WSJ

Exclusive | Ford, Geely Held Talks About Bringing Chinese Tech to America  WSJ

Iran war: What’s happening on day 57 as US envoys head to Pakistan?

US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will travel to Pakistan, as Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi arrived in Islamabad.

Trump offering Canadian aluminum and steel companies tariff relief if they move to U.S.

The Trump administration is now offering Canadian and Mexican aluminum and steel companies immediate tariff relief if they commit to moving production to the United States in the future.

Russia accuses US of using coups, kidnappings to ‘defend its well-being’ at any cost

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov accused the United States of ⁠abandoning internationally recognised diplomatic ⁠conventions in pursuit of its ⁠own interests, particularly in dominating energy markets, in an interview broadcast on Friday. Lavrov, interviewed by Russian state television, said Washington, in its dealings with Latin America and the Middle East, was “taking us back to a world where ‌nothing existed” in international law. “The United States has officially declared that no on...

By Reuters

US gambling addiction is ‘out of control’ and requires a public health response, experts say

48% of men aged 18 to 49 had an account with at least one sports betting platform, according to one study

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EU, U.S. sign critical minerals deal to counter dependence on China

‘We have to make sure that these supplies and these minerals are available for our futures and in ways that are not monopolized in one place or concentrated heavily in one place’

By AFP

US sanctions China's 'teapot' refinery & 40 shipping companies over Iran oil trade

The US has tightened its grip on Iran's oil revenue by sanctioning a major Chinese refinery and numerous shipping entities involved in transporting Iranian crude. This move targets a "shadow network" and escalates pressure amid regional tensions. China has criticized the sanctions, urging an end to their political use and warning of harm to legitimate trade.

By TOI BUSINESS DESK

Crunch nuclear proliferation meeting at UN amid raging global wars - The Straits Times

Crunch nuclear proliferation meeting at UN amid raging global wars  The Straits Times

US imposes sanctions on Chinese 'teapot' refinery for buying Iranian oil

Last year, the US imposed sanctions on teapots Hebei Xinhai Chemical Group, Shandong Shouguang Luqing Petrochemical, and Shandong Shengxing Chemical.

Araghchi’s Islamabad visit ‘bodes well’ for US dialogue

• Iranian foreign minister arrives in capital late on Friday, set to visit Oman, Russia next • Will hold meetings with political, military leadership; expected to convey Tehran’s response to US messages • White House says Kushner, Witkoff set to travel to Pakistan; Vance ‘on standby’ ISLAMABAD: Iranian Foreign Mini­ster Abbas Araghchi arrived in Islamabad late on Friday — carrying Tehran’s formal response to proposals conveyed earlier by the US through Pakistan — as renewed diplomatic activit...

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Iran, US To Hold 2nd Round Of Peace Talks In Pakistan As Delicate Ceasefire Holds

While US President Donald Trump is sending envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, state-run IRNA news agency said Iran will be represented by Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.

U.S. and EU deepen cooperation on critical minerals with eye to broader agreement

The two signed a memorandum of understanding for a partnership on producing and securing critical minerals, with a specific ‌action plan ‌for trade announced separately.

Iran's foreign minister arrives in Pakistan, Trump expects offer satisfying US demands

Iran says it has no plans to meet US officials, while the White House says special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will travel to Pakistan on Saturday (Apr 25) for talks.

Ford and Geely reportedly discussed joint venture in U.S. -- WSJ

US Sanctions Cambodian Senator Linked To Crypto Romance Scam Centers

US Sanctions Cambodian Senator Linked To Crypto Romance Scam Centers Authored by Chris Summers via The Epoch Times (emphasis ours), The United States on April 23 imposed sanctions on a wealthy Cambodian senator, Kok An, who allegedly ran crypto-romance scam centers that stole millions of dollars from U.S. citizens. Thai soldiers stand outside an abandoned scam center in O'Smach town on the border between Thailand and Cambodia on March 12, 2026. Lillian Suwanrumpha/AFP via Getty ...

By Tyler Durden

Cherishing the sincere public sentiment behind China-US giant panda cooperation: Global Times editorial - Global Times

Cherishing the sincere public sentiment behind China-US giant panda cooperation: Global Times editorial  Global Times

Doha mediation remains central as Congo–Rwanda peace efforts show progress

Qatar, the United States and African partners report cautious progress in easing tensions between DR Congo and Rwanda, highlighting Doha’s key mediation role. A joint statement by Qatar, the United… (The post Doha mediation remains central as Congo–Rwanda peace efforts show progress is from Doha News | Qatar.)

By Sebastian Marmol

U.S. explores relocation of 1,100 Afghan allies to DR Congo - Daryo.uz

U.S. explores relocation of 1,100 Afghan allies to DR Congo  Daryo.uz