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Trump meets former Japanese prime minister in New York

Trump meets former Japanese prime minister in New York

Donald Trump met with former Japanese prime minister Taro Aso in New York on Tuesday, part of the Republican's shadow diplomacy as he campaigns to return to the White House in November's elections.

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Mexico 'champion' of synthetic drug production, official says

Mexico 'champion' of synthetic drug production, official says

Mexico is the "champion" of production of synthetic drugs including fentanyl, the head of the country's criminal investigation agency acknowledged Tuesday, at international talks aimed at fighting the problem.

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Large crowds march against Argentina public university cuts

Large crowds march against Argentina public university cuts

Hundreds of thousands of Argentines took to the streets on Tuesday, protest organizers said, to voice outrage at cuts to higher public education under budget-slashing new President Javier Milei.

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Biden hammers Trump on abortion in Florida

Biden hammers Trump on abortion in Florida

US President Joe Biden hammered Donald Trump on Tuesday over his role in restricting abortion rights, telling a crowd in Florida that voters will hold his Republican predecessor and opponent personally "accountable" in November.

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Tesla profits tumble but shares rise on new vehicle plan

Tesla profits tumble but shares rise on new vehicle plan

Tesla reported a big drop in quarterly profits Tuesday, pointing to elevated pressure on the electric vehicle market that has led to deep cost-cutting.

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US markets rise for second straight day as sentiment improves

US markets rise for second straight day as sentiment improves

US stocks rose for a second straight session in New York Tuesday, building on the prior day's momentum following a round of mostly good corporate earnings, while European markets also rose.

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Five-star Arsenal thrash Chelsea to open up Premier League lead

Five-star Arsenal thrash Chelsea to open up Premier League lead

Kai Havertz and Ben White scored twice as Arsenal thrashed Chelsea 5-0 on Tuesday to surge ahead in the Premier League title race and ramp up the pressure on Liverpool and Manchester City.

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Colombian court recognizes environmental refugees

Colombian court recognizes environmental refugees

A Colombian court has ruled that environmental calamities, sudden or gradual, can legally be considered a cause of forced displacement, placing obligations on the state to shield and aid affected citizens.

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NBA investigating Jokic's brother for punching fan: reports

NBA investigating Jokic's brother for punching fan: reports

The NBA is investigating an incident where Strahinja Jokic, older brother of Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic, punched a fan after a Monday victory, according to multiple reports on Tuesday.

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Griner contemplated suicide during Russian prison ordeal: interview

Griner contemplated suicide during Russian prison ordeal: interview

WNBA superstar Brittney Griner has revealed she contemplated suicide during her nine-month ordeal in a Russian jail that left her feeling "less than a human".

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