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UAE says it will leave OPEC in major blow to global oil cartel
The United Arab Emirates announced Tuesday it will leave OPEC, the cartel that organizes production among the world's largest oil producers, on Friday.
Source: Washington Times
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy hits Israel over accepting Russia's 'stolen' grain shipment
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Tuesday accused Israel of accepting Russian shipments filled with stolen Ukrainian grain.
Source: Washington Times
U.K. leader Starmer faces more pressure over Mandelson ambassador appointment
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer's former chief of staff said Tuesday that he made a "serious mistake" by recommending Peter Mandelson be made U.K. ambassador to the United States, but denied…
Source: Washington Times
Ukraine says it shot down 33,000 Russian drones in March, a monthly record
Ukraine used interceptor systems to shoot down more than 33,000 Russian drones of various types in March, a record monthly figure since Moscow launched its all-out invasion more than four years ago,…
Source: Washington Times
Gunman, reportedly age 89, opens fire at 2 locations in Greek capital, wounding several people
Local media aired security camera footage that it said was from a local store near the Social Security office, which showed a man walking calmly across the street carrying what appears to be a…
Source: Washington Times
Appeals court defends ICE in suppressing Portland riots; says sanctuary laws forced agency to act
A federal appeals court blocked a lower court ruling that had found ICE went too far in suppressing riots in Portland, Oregon, saying the officers weren't retaliating against protesters but rather…
Source: Washington Times
Kid Rock flies in Army helicopter weeks after flights near his house drew scrutiny
Kid Rock and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth both flew in Army Apache attack helicopters at a base in Virginia on Monday, a defense official said, coming weeks after military pilots drew scrutiny for…
Source: Washington Times
Venezuela's leader visits Barbados seeking oil and gas investments
Venezuela's acting president, Delcy Rodriguez, met Monday with Barbados' Prime Minister Mia Mottley and invited her administration to invest in energy production in the South American country.
Source: Washington Times
Anthony Davis sparks Wizards' future concerns after liking cryptic post
Anthony Davis is sending a wave of uncertainty through the Wizards fanbase after seeing his activity on social media.
Source: Wiz of Awes
Judge tosses murder conviction for man who served 25 years, rebuking a 'troubling' prosecution
A Manhattan judge has tossed the murder conviction of a man who spent 25 years in prison after a review of his case revealed new evidence that may have been withheld by prosecutors, including…
Source: Washington Times
Baby on board: Paramedics help passenger give birth just before Delta flight lands
Please fasten your seatbelt, make sure your tray table is in an upright and locked position, and prepare for delivery.
Source: Washington Times
Utah charges man with murder in January shooting outside church in Salt Lake City
Prosecutors in Utah are seeking the extradition of a man from California on murder charges in connection with a deadly shooting in January at a church parking lot in Salt Lake City that left two…
Source: Washington Times
United Airlines CEO confirms he approached American about potential merger, but was rebuffed
United Airlines' CEO confirmed Monday that he approached rival American Airlines about a potential merger - his first public acknowledgment of his proposal - saying it would benefit travelers despite…
Source: Washington Times
Gunmen attack orphanage in northern Nigeria and abduct 23 pupils
Gunmen raided an orphanage in north-central Nigeria and abducted 23 pupils, authorities said Monday. Fifteen have since been rescued.
Source: Washington Times
Colombia climate conference highlights lack of financing for shift from fossil fuels
Lack of financing is one of the biggest barriers to moving away from fossil fuels, officials and experts said at a global conference Monday in Colombia aimed at speeding up the shift from fossil fuels…
Source: Washington Times
Court revives Pentagon's ban on reporters having unescorted access
A federal appeals court on Monday allowed the Pentagon to reinstate its ban on journalists being able to enter the building without an escort, marking the latest in a back-and-forth battle between…
Source: Washington Times
Texas Tech quarterback enters treatment program for a gambling addiction
Texas Tech said Monday that transfer quarterback Brendan Sorsby was taking an indefinite leave of absence to enter a residential treatment program for a gambling addiction, a move that comes just…
Source: Washington Times
Republicans push White House ballroom bill after weekend assassination attempt
Congress has stayed out of the private planning and legal fights over construction of a new White House ballroom -- until now.
Source: Washington Times
Mexico's Sheinbaum rules out a conflict with U.S. over 2 CIA agents killed in Chihuahua accident
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum on Monday ruled out a conflict with the United States over an incident involving two CIA agents who died in an accident in the state of Chihuahua - agents who,…
Source: Washington Times
Man convicted in 2024 killing of NYPD officer sentenced to 115 years to life in prison
A man convicted in the 2024 shooting death of a New York City police officer during a traffic stop will spend the rest of his life behind bars after a judge sentenced him Monday to 115 years to life…
Source: Washington Times
