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How Does a Pope Choose His Name?

When selecting a name, popes often look to history and make a choice imbued with personal meaning. The decision can also signal the direction a pontificate might take.

U.S. and Britain Hail Trade Agreement but Leave Details to Be Settled

The agreement appeared to be more of a framework than a settled deal and eased some of President Trump’s tariffs on British goods while opening its markets.

Britain’s trade deal with Trump may not be good news for the world

Starmer’s choice undermines multilateralism and poses risks to the UK

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For Keir Starmer, a U.S.-U.K. Trade Agreement Will Count as a Win

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has spent months nurturing his relationship with President Trump. That may have just paid off.

The pope’s first words from the balcony will set expectations for his papacy.

A Kentucky Boy Mistakenly Orders Almost 70,000 Dum-Dums Lollipops

Holly LaFavers said she was eventually refunded $4,200 for her 8-year-old son’s order of Dum-Dums candy.

Starlink’s launch in India now a matter of when, not if

Elon Musk’s Starlink has received anticipated state approval in India, opening the door to enter the world’s second-biggest internet market after China — over three years after SpaceX̵...

Watch: Moment white smoke billows, signalling a new pope's election

We don't yet know who has been selected, but it will become clear likely within the hour.

After White Smoke Signals a New Pope, What Happens Next?

A successor to Pope Francis had been elected. But there will be a short wait before his identity becomes clear.