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Religious row heats up as Trump criticises Pope, who labels President's words false

The war of words highlights the poor relations between the White House and the Vatican.

What is Trump's plan for the Strait of Hormuz?

New York Times: What we know, and what we don’t, about “Project Freedom”.

Europeans prepare for a more dangerous world in a time of economic upheaval

NYT: Poland is training citizens in civil defence while balancing their jobs and families.

Spirit Airlines shutdown: The end of ultra-low-cost carriers everywhere?

Cut-price in a sometimes cut-throat industry: how can they survive?

Trump’s disapproval rating reaches new high amid Iran war, price rises

Six months ahead of the midterms, Republicans face a deteriorating political climate.

Venezuela opens arms to world with Miami-Caracas flight

Venezuela now runs 151 weekly international flights, up from 105 in November.

Powell to bow out as Fed chief but stay as a governor on legal pressure

Jerome Powell will stay on as a Fed governor after his chair term ends on May 15.

Beneath King Charles’ jokes and decorum, a subtle rebuttal to Trump

New York Times: King Charles gently pushed back against Trump's attacks on Britain.

Amid Iran war and tensions with neighbours, UAE goes its own way

New York Times: The UAE's decision to leave Opec has rocked the region.