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Pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca acknowledged in U.K. court documents that its COVID-19 vaccine can cause TTS.

AstraZeneca admits rare side effect of COVID-19 vaccine

NORAD tracked Russian military aircraft near Alaska, saying the flight posed no threat despite an F-16 scramble and ongoing security measures.

US F-16 intercepts Russian bombers near Alaska airspace

As U.S. campus protests against the war in Gaza go on, an Iranian university is extending an offer to expelled students and others.

Houthis and Iranian university welcome expelled US students to join ranks

China launched a Long March 5 rocket Friday, May 3, carrying the Chang’e 6 spacecraft, aiming to be the first mission to return a sample from the far side of the moon.

China’s Chang’e-6 spacecraft heads to far side of the moon

President Joe Biden addressed the nation from the White House Thursday, May 2, concerning the ongoing pro-Palestinian protests that have led to more than 2,000 arrests across American college campuses in the past two weeks. Biden emphasized that the events challenge two core American principles: the right to free speech and the rule of law, asserting that both must be upheld.

Biden says ‘violent protest is not protected’ in speech on campus unrest

President Biden sparked controversy after calling Japan 'xenophobic' when it came to immigration. He lumped them alongside Russia, India and China in his critique.

Biden’s ‘xenophobic’ comments about Japan spark backlash at home, overseas

It’s a familiar scene in the South China Sea: a confrontation between the Chinese coast guard and vessels from the Philippines. But why?

Water cannons, the Philippines, and the South China Sea

A new poll reveals that 4/10 Americans view China as an enemy. The numbers are the highest the survey has seen in five years.

New poll: 4 in 10 Americans view China as enemy, highest in five years

The U.S. accuses Russia of violating international law by using chemical weapons in Ukraine, prompting sanctions against Russia entities.

US says Russia is using banned choking agent in attacks on Ukraine

This year, cocoa has traded as high as $12,000. Even as prices drop, futures are still double what they were at the start of the year.

Cocoa prices are rich. Here’s when it will hit the grocery store.

Officers move in on the campus of UCLA as the LAPD calls the pro-Palestinian encampment an "unlawful gathering."

Police move in on UCLA protesters, call encampment an ‘unlawful gathering’

Hundreds of thousands of migrants entered the U.S. under a program that allows them to bypass the border and fly directly into the U.S.

Thousands of migrants flew into US under new program. Where did they go?

The Biden administration is reportedly in talks to allow some Gazans entry into the U.S. as refugees.

Report: Biden administration in talks to allow some Gazan refugees to enter US

Dozens of protesters were arrested as Columbia University called in the NYPD after protesters stormed Hamilton Hall.

Dozens arrested at Columbia as NYPD clears Hamilton Hall, encampments

Global leaders met in Vienna to address the regulation of AI in military technology and ethical concerns surrounding autonomous weapons.

Experts warn world is running out of time to regulate AI in warfare

Instead of tanks or APCs, a parade in North Korea showcased tractors and launchers concealed in civilian-looking vehicles.

North Korea parades dump truck missile launchers

Student protesters occupy a Columbia University building; four officers killed serving a warrant in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Student protesters take over Columbia building after deadline passes

While the ICC investigates alleged war crimes, Israeli officials fear potential ICC arrest warrants related to the conflict.

Israel believes ICC is ready to issue arrest warrants over Hamas war

The Beijing auto show debuted some of the newest models the EV industry has to offer, but many will never be available for Americans to buy.

Beijing auto show features next-gen EVs unavailable to US consumers

USC commencement speakers are pulling out after the university cancelled the valedictorian speech, citing safety concerns.

USC commencement speakers pull out after valedictorian speech cancellation

The U.S. is rushing aid to Ukraine, however, Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the weapons coming from the U.S. need to come faster.

Ukraine retreats from villages as it waits for US aid to arrive

A new study has revealed that 56 lead brands are responsible for more than 50% of plastic pollution globally.

Study: 56 of leading brands responsible for more than 50% of plastic pollution

Tesla CEO Elon Musk visited Beijing, met Premier Li Qiang and announced partnerships for Tesla’s Full Self-Driving capabilities in China.

Musk visits Beijing as Tesla’s China-made cars clear data security hurdles

The People’s Liberation Army Navy, the official name of the Chinese naval forces, can now permanently operate from a second overseas base.

China permanently deploys warships to second overseas base