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• Aid group says detained migrant killed, 2 injured in Libya
  by By Associated Press on April 10, 2021 at 11:41 am

  An international charity says a shooting at a detention center for migrants in Libya’s capital has left one migrant dead and two others injured

• Who was Prince Philip and what are the plans for his funeral?
  by By Miriam Berger on April 10, 2021 at 11:18 am

  Here’s what to know about the Duke of Edinburgh's life and legacy.

• Iran says nuke program testing newest advanced centrifuge
  by By Associated Press on April 10, 2021 at 11:09 am

  Iran says it has begun mechanical tests on its newest advanced nuclear centrifuges, even as the five world powers that remain in a foundering 2015 nuclear deal with Iran attempt to bring the U.S. back into the agreement

• United Arab Emirates names 2 new astronauts, including woman
  by By Jon Gambrell | AP on April 10, 2021 at 9:57 am

  The United Arab Emirates has named the next two astronauts in its space program, including the country’s first female astronaut

• Chadian president seeks 6th term after 30 years in power
  by By By Edouard Takadji | AP on April 10, 2021 at 9:46 am

  Chadian President Idriss Deby Itno is seeking to extend his three-decade long rule, running for a sixth time in this oil-producing Central African nation that is home to nearly half a million refugees and also plays a prominent role in the fight against Islamic extremism in the Sahel

• EXPLAINER: What is behind the latest unrest in N Ireland?
  by By Jill Lawless | AP on April 10, 2021 at 9:38 am

  Young people have hurled bricks, fireworks and gasoline  bombs at police and set hijacked cars on fire during a week of violence on the streets of Northern Ireland

• On Ukraine’s doorstep, Russia boosts military and sends message of regional clout to Biden
  by By Isabelle Khurshudyan, David L. Stern, Loveday Morris and John Hudson on April 10, 2021 at 8:00 am

  Russia’s moves are seen more as a statement of resolve than as a prelude to an offensive.

• Royal turmoil has Jordanians buzzing even as government tries to silence them
  by By Sarah Dadouch on April 9, 2021 at 4:43 pm

  Authorities seek favorable narrative after putting down rare challenge to King Abdullah.

• The U.S. and British right ramp up the war on ‘wokeness’
  by By Ishaan Tharoor on April 9, 2021 at 4:01 pm

  In both countries, conservatives are embracing a doctrine of anti-anti-racism.

• Her babies taken, this Indigenous woman died alone in a police cell — the victim of a problem Australia can't seem to fix
  on April 10, 2021 at 1:45 am

  Rebecca Maher didn't get to hold her youngest child.

• Canada's third wave on track to become its worst yet as hospitalizations spike
  on April 9, 2021 at 7:15 pm

  Canada's third wave of the pandemic is now more serious than the previous two, as hospitalizations and critical care admissions spike and the vaccine rollout is unlikely to change things over the next few weeks.

• The plan for Prince Philip's mourning period and funeral
  on April 10, 2021 at 7:08 am

  The death of Prince Philip, the husband of Queen Elizabeth II, on Friday has set in motion a carefully orchestrated, days-long event that will culminate with his funeral.

• Tributes to Prince Philip pour in from around the world
  on April 9, 2021 at 8:07 pm

  World leaders, politicians and celebrities have sent their condolences after the announcement of Prince Philip's death.

• Milk-free Milo and meatless 'pork': Nestlé and other brands bet big on plant-based food in Asia
  on April 7, 2021 at 12:28 pm

  Milo chocolate milk has been hugely popular in Southeast Asia for decades. Now the breakfast and teatime favorite is about to get shaken up — the cocoa powder will be offered as a dairy-free, ready-made beverage.

• One of Costco's secret weapons is coming back
  on April 8, 2021 at 4:46 pm

  Costco diehards, don't fret: The beloved food court, known for its $1.50 hot dog and soda combo and giant menu boards, is coming back to life, albeit slowly.

• 'I've been completely disenchanted.' Billionaire speaks out after attacks on Asian Americans
  on April 2, 2021 at 2:44 pm

  Patrick Soon-Shiong, the billionaire owner of the Los Angeles Times, is urging America to admit it has a racism problem.

• Jamie Dimon sounds the alarm on the future of American prosperity
  on April 7, 2021 at 1:25 pm

  Jamie Dimon is very bullish on the US economic recovery from the pandemic. And yet the JPMorgan Chase CEO is deeply concerned about the future of America.

• This new artificial heart responds to the patient
  on March 25, 2021 at 8:40 am

  Heart disease is the world's biggest killer, and around one in five people in developed countries will suffer heart failure in their lifetime.

• Iran says nuke program testing newest advanced centrifuge
  on April 10, 2021 at 11:07 am
• Matt Gaetz's associate is expected to plead guilty in sex trafficking: What that means for the congressman
  on April 10, 2021 at 11:01 am
• Saudi Arabia says it executes 3 soldiers for 'high treason'
  on April 10, 2021 at 9:07 am
• Corporations don't like voter suppression, so McConnell wants them out of politics. Seriously?
  on April 10, 2021 at 9:00 am
• A disgruntled ex-employee left a trail of destruction in a Walmart store when he drove his car through the front doors and up the aisles
  on April 10, 2021 at 8:55 am
• Flowers left at Windsor Castle will be displayed privately in castle grounds
  on April 10, 2021 at 8:41 am
• Trump addresses GOP as power to shape national debate wanes
  on April 10, 2021 at 4:26 am
• St. Vincent awaits new volcanic explosions as help arrives
  on April 10, 2021 at 3:59 am
• Gaetz tells Trump supporters he’s a champion of women, scoffs at ‘smears’
  on April 10, 2021 at 2:17 am

• China slaps Alibaba with $2.8 billion fine in anti-monopoly probe
  on April 10, 2021 at 3:55 am

  In a Saturday statement, China's State Administration for Market Regulation accused Alibaba of abusing its market dominance.

• WHO says more than 87% of the world's Covid vaccine supply has gone to higher-income countries
  on April 10, 2021 at 12:26 am

  On average, 1 in 4 people in high-income countries have received a coronavirus vaccine, compared with just 1 in more than 500 in low-income countries, WHO says.

• China's Didi Chuxing raising $1.5 billion in debt as it nears blockbuster IPO: Reports
  on April 10, 2021 at 12:16 am

  Chinese ride-hailing giant Didi Chuxing is said to be raising $1.5 billion in debt financing ahead of a blockbuster U.S. IPO, according to multiple reports.

• GM cutting overtime shifts at two U.S. truck plants due to chip shortage
  on April 9, 2021 at 10:16 pm

  The plants in Michigan and Indiana produce GM's full-size pickups, including light-duty Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra models.

• Lagarde sees strong rebound for EU economy in second half, expects U.S. to meet inflation goal soon
  on April 9, 2021 at 10:09 pm

  Despite a difficult struggle against the Covid-19 pandemic, the EU will hit its economic stride later this year, Lagarde told CNBC on Friday.

• Dow jumps nearly 300 points to a record high, gains 2% for the week
  on April 9, 2021 at 8:18 pm

  The blue-chip Dow climbed 2% this week, while the S&P 500 gained about 2.7%, posting its best week since early February.

• Prince Philip, husband of Britain's Queen Elizabeth, dies at 99
  on April 9, 2021 at 8:11 pm

  "His Royal Highness passed away peacefully this morning at Windsor Castle," Britain's royal family announced Friday.

• ‘India, U.S. not on same page on rules-based order'
  by Ananth Krishnan on April 10, 2021 at 12:11 pm

  India on April 9 had protested a U.S. decision to conduct a patrol in India's exclusive economic zone near Lakshadweep

• U.S. to keep migrant families in hotels as amid rush for space
  by PTI on April 10, 2021 at 11:52 am

  Migrant families will be held at hotels in the Phoenix area in response to a growing number of people crossing the U.S.-Mexico border, authorities sa

• Earthquake in Indonesia’s Java, Bali kills one; no tsunami warning
  by PTI on April 10, 2021 at 11:51 am

  Rahmat Triyono, the head of Indonesia’s earthquake and tsunami centre, said in a statement the undersea earthquake did not have the potential to cause a tsunami.

• United Arab Emirates names its first female astronaut
  by AP on April 10, 2021 at 11:45 am

  Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum identified Noura al-Matroushi as the country's first female astronaut

• India has finalised air bubble pact with Sri Lanka: Aviation Ministry
  by PTI on April 10, 2021 at 11:16 am

  India now has such pacts with 28 countries

• Explainer | What is behind the latest unrest in Northern Ireland?
  by PTI on April 10, 2021 at 10:31 am

  The chaotic scenes have stirred memories of decades of Catholic-Protestant conflict, known as “The Troubles.”

• Army chief Gen. Naravane interacts with officers of Bangladesh Army
  by PTI on April 10, 2021 at 10:00 am

  He also planted a tree in Ramu Cantonment in Cox’s Bazar to commemorate the everlasting friendship between the two Armies.