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Rubio says U.S. expects Iranian response to peace proposal by end of Friday
May 8, 2026 - World 
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Friday that Washington anticipates a response from Iran on the proposed U.S. peace deal by the end of the day.
Family of imprisoned Chinese journalist pleads for his release over health concerns
May 8, 2026 - World 
Family members and activists are calling for the release of imprisoned Chinese journalist Dong Yuyu due to health concerns
UAE actively intercepting Iranian missiles as tensions continue in Strait of Hormuz
May 8, 2026 - World
The United Arab Emirates said Friday its air defense systems were actively intercepting Iranian ballistic missiles and drones, one day after the U.S. and Iranian forces traded fire in the Strait of Hormuz.
Pope Leo XIV sought pastoral role in first year, but sparring with Trump intervened
May 8, 2026 - World
In his first year as pontiff, Pope Leo XIV seems driven not by the dramatic gesture or tensions that often fueled the papacy of his predecessor, but by a calm, persistent zeal to preach the Gospel and emphasize community and harmony
Woman who returned from Syria refused bail – as it happened
May 8, 2026 - World 
This blog is now closedGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastDavid Attenborough at 100: ‘I had thought I would celebrate quietly’In a dose of good news, Sir David Attenborough is 100 today. The veteran broadcaster said he expected to celebrate quietly, but expressed gratitude for the well-wishes he had received. Continue reading...
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