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42m ago

Dislodged cargo ship held in Suez Canal as owners wrangle over $916 million claim

The ship's manager called the decision to "arrest" the Ever Given "extremely disappointing."
Image: Ship Ever Given, one of the world's largest container ships, is seen after it was fully floated in Suez Canal, Egypt
Image: Ship Ever Given, one of the world's largest container ships, is seen after it was fully floated in Suez Canal, Egypt
1h ago

The fight against Dominican Republic's total abortion ban intensifies

Criminalizing abortions is “causing an increase in maternal mortality and morbidity, which places us as one of the countries with the worst health indicators," one medical professional said.
Tents of abortion rights activists are set up in front of the National Palace during a protest to pressure parliament to end the total ban on abortion in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, on March 18, 2021.
Tents of abortion rights activists are set up in front of the National Palace during a protest to pressure parliament to end the total ban on abortion in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, on March 18, 2021.

Russia masses troops near Ukraine border, sending shivers of unease through the West

Secretary of State Antony Blinken has said that "if Russia acts recklessly, or aggressively, there will be costs, there will be consequences."
Image: A member of the Ukrainian armed forces fires in an attempt to shoot down an alleged unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) at fighting positions on the line of separation from pro-Russian rebels near Donetsk, Ukraine
Image: A member of the Ukrainian armed forces fires in an attempt to shoot down an alleged unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) at fighting positions on the line of separation from pro-Russian rebels near Donetsk, Ukraine
3h ago

Biden's climate envoy John Kerry to hold talks with China

Kerry's trip comes after an earlier summit in Alaska between U.S. and Chinese officials led to fiery interactions.
Image: U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry attends a news conference in Paris, France
Image: U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry attends a news conference in Paris, France

What to do if you got the Johnson & Johnson vaccine

Recently received the J&J vaccine and worried? Here’s what to look out for.
Marcos Bostho receives a Johnson & Johnson Covid-19 vaccination on April 7, 2021, in Elgin, Ill.
Marcos Bostho receives a Johnson & Johnson Covid-19 vaccination on April 7, 2021, in Elgin, Ill.
18h ago

Biden, Putin discuss possible meeting amid Ukraine tensions

Biden emphasized during Tuesday's call Washington's “unwavering commitment” to Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Joe Biden,Vladimir Putin
Joe Biden,Vladimir Putin

Federal health agencies recommend pause of J&J vaccine after 'extremely rare' blood clots

Six out of more than 6.8 million who received the vaccine in the U.S. developed clots. One person died, and another is in critical condition..
Image: Kent State University student Marz Anderson gets his Johnson & Johnson Covid19 vaccination from Kent State nurse Beth Krul in Kent
Image: Kent State University student Marz Anderson gets his Johnson & Johnson Covid19 vaccination from Kent State nurse Beth Krul in Kent

Iran blames Israel for attack on nuclear facility, vows to enrich uranium to highest level

Iran has blamed Israel for an attack that damaged its Natanz nuclear facility ahead of talks to restart the 2015 nuclear deal in Vienna. NBC Tehran bureau chief Ali Arouzi breaks down Iran's hopes to have sanctions lifted and how diplomatic talks are expected to play out. 
Iran blames Israel for attack on nuclear facility, vows to enrich uranium to highest level
Iran blames Israel for attack on nuclear facility, vows to enrich uranium to highest level
22h ago

Ecuador's Lasso pledges deficit cuts, new oil deals after election win

“We must be ambitious and achieve a zero deficit in four years of government. We will not depend on debt," Guillermo Lasso told reporters.
Ecuador's President-elect Guillermo Lasso speaks during a press conference with the foreign presss at a hotel in Quito on April 12, 2021, a day after the run-off election.
Ecuador's President-elect Guillermo Lasso speaks during a press conference with the foreign presss at a hotel in Quito on April 12, 2021, a day after the run-off election.
1d ago

Police hunt rabbit thief after giant celebrity pet goes missing

2010 Guinness world record holder Darius was taken from a garden enclosure in central England, police say.
Image: Breeder Annette Edwards from Stoulton in Worcestershire holds Darius, a giant rabbit
Image: Breeder Annette Edwards from Stoulton in Worcestershire holds Darius, a giant rabbit
1d ago

Japan decides to release Fukushima water into sea, angering fishermen and residents

Japan Fisheries Cooperatives chairman said the decision was “absolutely unacceptable," and protesters demanded the plan be retracted.
Image: Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant
Image: Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant