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Oil batters bonds as AI burns cash

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Stella Qiu We are back to war watching, as if the June ceasefire never happened.

Oil batters bonds as AI burns cash
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Vietnam proposes banning under-16s from posting on social media

Vietnam is planning to force social media platforms to ban users under 16 from posting content, commenting or reacting to posts, according to a draft decree reviewed by

Vietnam proposes banning under-16s from posting on social media
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Euro zone firms struggle to raise consumer prices after Iran shock, ECB poll shows

Euro zone companies are struggling to raise prices for consumers already struggling with a rise in fuel costs, with fierce competition from China compounding tough

Euro zone firms struggle to raise consumer prices after Iran shock, ECB poll shows
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ECB survey shows broadly unchanged inflation outlook

Euro zone inflation expectations remained broadly unchanged over the past three months and price growth is seen falling quickly next year before returning back to the 2%

ECB survey shows broadly unchanged inflation outlook
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Euro zone consumers cut inflation expectations in June

Euro zone consumers cut their inflation expectations last month, likely encouraged by a truce in the Middle East that had brought down energy prices but proved short

Euro zone consumers cut inflation expectations in June
Environment|Political|World

Philippines accuses China of using water cannon on its vessels for a second day

The Philippine Coast Guard on Friday accused its Chinese counterpart of firing water cannon at government vessels near a disputed shoal for a second day, in the

Philippines accuses China of using water cannon on its vessels for a second day
Business|Europe|Food|Health|Science|Technology|World

Nestle pushes for simpler US food labels to shed 'Frankenstein' ingredients image

As shoppers increasingly scrutinise ingredient labels to avoid products perceived as heavily processed, Nestle, maker of Nescafe coffee and

Nestle pushes for simpler US food labels to shed 'Frankenstein' ingredients image
Africa|Political|World

Nigeria's Tinubu approves army expansion to 12 divisions with 28,000 new recruits

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has approved an expansion of the army to 12 divisions from eight and the recruitment of 28,000 additional personnel, the presidency

Nigeria's Tinubu approves army expansion to 12 divisions with 28,000 new recruits
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Technology|World

Temasek eyes defence deals as Europe boosts military spending, executive says

Singaporean state investor Temasek is looking to increase its investments in defence as the war in Ukraine prompts European

Temasek eyes defence deals as Europe boosts military spending, executive says
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Wise tumbles after US declines national trust bank application

London-listed shares of Wise fell 10% on Friday after the money transfer group said its application to create a national trust bank in the United States was denied by regulators,

Wise tumbles after US declines national trust bank application
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French private sector contraction eased in July, flash PMIs show

France's private sector contraction eased in July, with services output slowing only marginally, although inflation, borrowing costs and geopolitics all remained concerns as

French private sector contraction eased in July, flash PMIs show
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German business activity returns to growth after four months, PMI shows

Germany's private sector has returned to growth in July for the first time in four months, driven by a marked upturn in manufacturing output, a survey

German business activity returns to growth after four months, PMI shows
Europe|Political|World

Top German court says Afghan resettlement pledges cannot be revoked en masse

Germany's top court ruled on Friday that the government could not simply cancel an entire swathe of resettlement places promised to

Top German court says Afghan resettlement pledges cannot be revoked en masse
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

China's PBOC to conduct overnight reverse repos, inject a total of 2.1 trillion yuan

China's central bank said on Friday it would conduct overnight reverse repo operations via the open market from July 29 to 31 and on August 3 to better meet short-term

China's PBOC to conduct overnight reverse repos, inject a total of 2.1 trillion yuan
Asia|Education|Political|World

India protest leaders say government seeks time until Saturday on demand for minister's resignation

Leaders of India's youth-led "cockroach" movement said the government has asked for time until Saturday afternoon to respond on their demand for the education minister's

India protest leaders say government seeks time until Saturday on demand for minister's resignation
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ECB policymakers warn about growing inflation risks

Inflation risks are high and the European Central Bank may need to raise interest rates again in response to the Iran crisis, three policymakers said on Friday, but all

ECB policymakers warn about growing inflation risks
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Euro zone business activity returns to growth in July for first time in four months, PMI shows

Euro zone business activity returned to growth in July for the first time in four months, driven by a rebound in new orders, but may be derailed by high

Euro zone business activity returns to growth in July for first time in four months, PMI shows
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European shares gain as SAP lifts tech stocks; Middle East on watch

European shares rose on Friday after registering their steepest one-day loss in two weeks in the previous session, as investors drew comfort

European shares gain as SAP lifts tech stocks; Middle East on watch
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As AI grows more powerful, a US-China feud threatens safety efforts

U.S. threats to sanction Chinese AI developers over alleged intellectual property theft and export-control violations risk unravelling efforts to establish

As AI grows more powerful, a US-China feud threatens safety efforts
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UK firms plan smaller price rises and wage hikes, BoE survey shows

British businesses expect to increase prices and wages by a bit less in the year ahead after a ceasefire in the Iran war briefly pushed down energy prices, according to a

UK firms plan smaller price rises and wage hikes, BoE survey shows
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UK businesses and consumers more positive, but boost may not last

British firms reported the first rise in activity in three months in July, helped by a brief respite in the Iran war, while consumers grew in confidence

UK businesses and consumers more positive, but boost may not last
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UK retail sales get surprise boost from hot weather and World Cup

British retail sales rose unexpectedly in June as shoppers increased their spending on air conditioning and clothing, official data showed on Friday,

UK retail sales get surprise boost from hot weather and World Cup
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Travel|World

Spanish hotel chain Melia completes exit from Cuba

Spanish hotel group Melia said it has ceased all operations of its 34 hotels in Cuba on Friday amid the hardening of U.S. sanctions and the island’s

Spanish hotel chain Melia completes exit from Cuba
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China's CiDi eyes overseas sales of autonomous mining machines this year

CiDi, the Hong Kong-listed Chinese autonomous mining equipment maker, expects overseas deployments to grow this

China's CiDi eyes overseas sales of autonomous mining machines this year
Africa|Americas|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

UN rights chief Volker Turk faces opposition to new term

United Nations Human Rights chief Volker Turk, an outspoken critic of Russia's war in Ukraine and Israel's conduct in

UN rights chief Volker Turk faces opposition to new term
Crime|Economy|World

Argentina President Milei flies to Brazil to kick-start Bolsonaro presidential bid

Argentine President Javier Milei flies to Brazil on Friday to throw his weight behind Senator Flavio Bolsonaro's presidential run

Argentina President Milei flies to Brazil to kick-start Bolsonaro presidential bid
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Taiwan central bank says it has good communications with US Treasury after currency report

Taiwan's central bank on Friday emphasised its good relations with the U.S.

Taiwan central bank says it has good communications with US Treasury after currency report
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Fuel swings turn US airline earnings forecasts into moving targets

A rapid rise in jet fuel prices is forcing U.S. airlines to rewrite earnings expectations, exposing how quickly higher fuel costs can outpace revenue

Fuel swings turn US airline earnings forecasts into moving targets
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

'Lapdog media': Indian reporters caught in youth protest anger

When Indian television reporter Dev Kotak went to cover a massive youth protest against Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government

'Lapdog media': Indian reporters caught in youth protest anger
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Wildberries, 'Russia's Amazon,' says Ukrainian drones struck three more of its warehouses

Russian e-commerce giant Wildberries, Moscow's answer to Amazon, said on Friday three more of its warehouses had been attacked by Ukraine overnight, part

Wildberries, 'Russia's Amazon,' says Ukrainian drones struck three more of its warehouses
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

China’s memory chip makers ride AI boom to new power — and U.S. scrutiny

For months, Chinese chip manufacturer ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT) had been

China’s memory chip makers ride AI boom to new power — and U.S. scrutiny
Business|Europe|Technology|World

TikTok charged with breaching EU tech rules on online safety for kids, EU says

ByteDance's social media platform TikTok has been charged with breaching EU online content rules due to design features which could expose children to

TikTok charged with breaching EU tech rules on online safety for kids, EU says
Africa|Political|World

South African president gets court order halting inquiry into 'Farmgate' scandal

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa was granted a court order on Friday that temporarily halts a

South African president gets court order halting inquiry into 'Farmgate' scandal
Business|Environment|Science|US|World

Tropical Storm Bertha moves inland near Texas-Louisiana border, NHC says

The U.S. National Hurricane Center said on Thursday that Tropical Storm Bertha had moved inland near the Texas-Louisiana border about 75 miles (121 km) from Galveston, Texas.

Tropical Storm Bertha moves inland near Texas-Louisiana border, NHC says
Africa|Crime|Environment|Health|Political|World

Women in Sudan's al-Obeid face drone attacks and rape when fetching water, UN says

Women and girls in Sudan's al-Obeid face a dire choice between the threat of drone attacks during the day and sexual violence at night when they go

Women in Sudan's al-Obeid face drone attacks and rape when fetching water, UN says
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Global equity funds attract ninth weekly inflow amid upbeat earnings expectations

Global equity funds attracted inflows for a ninth straight week through July 22 as investors remained optimistic about a robust earnings season despite an escalation in Middle East

Global equity funds attract ninth weekly inflow amid upbeat earnings expectations
Asia|Political|World

Bangladesh's President Shahabuddin, 76, resigns citing health concerns

Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin, a former ally of ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, has resigned citing serious health issues, his office said on

Bangladesh's President Shahabuddin, 76, resigns citing health concerns
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Defense tech company Anduril in talks to raise funding at about $100 billion valuation

Defense tech firm Anduril is in discussions with investors for a new funding round that could see it valued at roughly $100 billion, rivaling

Defense tech company Anduril in talks to raise funding at about $100 billion valuation
Europe|Political|World

Italy's far-right general extends rise in opinion polls

Italy's new far-right movement is maintaining strong momentum, an opinion survey showed on Friday, siphoning support from parties in the ruling coalition and

Italy's far-right general extends rise in opinion polls
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Fed Chairman Warsh faces cruel summer as bond yields spike

Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh wanted a central bank that talked less and let the data speak. Now, markets are speaking for him - loudly.

Fed Chairman Warsh faces cruel summer as bond yields spike
Americas|Europe|Political|World

US lawmakers lobby to hold European security meeting in South Carolina, not Serbia

A bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers is pushing to hold a meeting of up to 57 nations about European security in South Carolina rather than Serbia next

US lawmakers lobby to hold European security meeting in South Carolina, not Serbia
Business|Health|World

Novo Nordisk pursues preliminary injunction to block Eli Lilly weight-loss drug ads

Novo Nordisk said on Friday it is seeking a preliminary U.S. court injunction to immediately block obesity and diabetes drug

Novo Nordisk pursues preliminary injunction to block Eli Lilly weight-loss drug ads
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

Indian government seeks time on youth protesters' minister resignation demand

Leaders of India's youth-led "cockroach" movement said on Friday that the government has sought time

Indian government seeks time on youth protesters' minister resignation demand
Environment|Europe|Travel|World

France sends boats to evacuate tourist hotspot Cap Ferret as wildfires rage

France sends boats to evacuate tourist hotspot Cap Ferret as wildfires rage

France sends boats to evacuate tourist hotspot Cap Ferret as wildfires rage
Business|Europe|Technology|World

EU finds TikTok violates its digital rule book by failing to protect privacy of minors

The European Commission has found TikTok did not adequately protected children’s privacy rights on its platform by allowing adults to view the accounts of minors

EU finds TikTok violates its digital rule book by failing to protect privacy of minors
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Volkswagen profits drop 10% as embattled automaker considers massive job cuts

Volkswagen profits drop 10% as embattled automaker considers massive job cuts

Volkswagen profits drop 10% as embattled automaker considers massive job cuts
Business|Europe|Technology|World

China slaps export controls on 14 EU entities in retaliation for Russia-related sanctions

China says it's adding 14 European entities to an export control list in retaliation for the European Union penalizing 14 Chinese enterprises as part of its latest round of sanctions against Russia

China slaps export controls on 14 EU entities in retaliation for Russia-related sanctions
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Why Venezuela can’t access $4 billion in gold that could help with earthquake recovery

Why Venezuela can’t access $4 billion in gold that could help with earthquake recovery

Why Venezuela can’t access $4 billion in gold that could help with earthquake recovery
Crime|US|World

Police fatally shoot man in Wisconsin who officials say was armed with knife

A man was shot and killed in a struggle with police officers in Madison, Wisconsin, after officials say he pulled out a knife and injured an officer – a confrontation that led to officers being placed on administrative leave as the state investigates. A driver recorded video showing the moments leading up to the shooting, the confrontation with police, and when gunshots are heard.

Police fatally shoot man in Wisconsin who officials say was armed with knife
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Nearly 150,000 mail ballots rejected in California's primary despite efforts to count every vote

Nearly 150,000 voters have had their mail-in ballots rejected for California’s June primary election, a sharp spike from previous primaries

Nearly 150,000 mail ballots rejected in California's primary despite efforts to count every vote
Economy|World

German leader Merz reshuffles top posts as he tries to counter far-right advance

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has reshuffled top posts as he tries to boost his unpopular government

German leader Merz reshuffles top posts as he tries to counter far-right advance
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Chinese ship shoots water cannon at Philippine vessel with CNN crew on board near flashpoint shoal

Chinese ship shoots water cannon at Philippine vessel with CNN crew on board near flashpoint shoal

Chinese ship shoots water cannon at Philippine vessel with CNN crew on board near flashpoint shoal
Asia|Environment|Political|World

China coast guard uses water cannons on 2 Philippine vessels as top diplomats meet in Manila

Chinese coast guard ships have fired water cannons at two Philippine fisheries vessels in the South China Sea

China coast guard uses water cannons on 2 Philippine vessels as top diplomats meet in Manila
Business|Education|World

Indian activist Wangchuk ends 26-day hunger strike as 'Cockroach' protesters vow to press on

Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk has ended a 26-day hunger strike that helped galvanize a massive youth movement in India, as demonstrators took to the streets, vowing to continue protesting

Indian activist Wangchuk ends 26-day hunger strike as 'Cockroach' protesters vow to press on
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Trump imposes new tariffs targeting dozens of countries

Trump imposes new tariffs targeting dozens of countries

Trump imposes new tariffs targeting dozens of countries
Education|Science|Technology|World

In a first, two Chinese scholars win the ‘Nobel Prize’ of mathematics – and China is thrilled

In a first, two Chinese scholars win the ‘Nobel Prize’ of mathematics – and China is thrilled

In a first, two Chinese scholars win the ‘Nobel Prize’ of mathematics – and China is thrilled
Crime|Education|World

Court rejects Trump administration's bid to re-detain pro-Palestinian Georgetown scholar

A U.S. appeals court on Thursday rejected an effort by President Donald Trump's administration to allow immigration authorities to re-detain a Georgetown University

Court rejects Trump administration's bid to re-detain pro-Palestinian Georgetown scholar
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Add a month at sea and $2.5 million - what it costs oil tankers to flee Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb

With two of its key oil export routes - the Hormuz and Bab el- Mandeb straits - disrupted by Iran and Iran-allied Houthi militants,

Add a month at sea and $2.5 million - what it costs oil tankers to flee Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Japan's Nikkei falls more than 2% on AI spending worries

Japan's Nikkei share average fell more than 2% on Friday, as a sharp decline in Google parent Alphabet shares spurred concerns about heavy AI spending.

Japan's Nikkei falls more than 2% on AI spending worries
Business|Crime|Education|Political|World

Two decades of mass protests in India

India's education minister quit on Saturday in a victory for the youth-led "cockroach" movement, which had been demanding his resignation in more than a month of protests

Two decades of mass protests in India
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Japan June core CPI rises 1.6% yr/yr

Japan's core consumer prices rose 1.6% in June from a year earlier, government data showed on Friday.

Japan June core CPI rises 1.6% yr/yr
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Malaysia envoy summoned by US over Israel policy, Bernama says

Malaysia's ambassador to the United States was summoned by the U.S.

Malaysia envoy summoned by US over Israel policy, Bernama says
Asia|Environment|World

China braces for heavy rain as tropical storm Noul edges closer

China on Friday warned of heavy rain and severe flood risks as the third tropical cyclone this month tracked closer to the country's southern coast, where it is expected

China braces for heavy rain as tropical storm Noul edges closer
Business|Economy|Finance|World

BOJ likely to keep inflation warning but expect no big build-up in risks, sources say

The Bank of Japan will likely maintain its warning over the risk of inflation overshooting its 2% target next week, but signal that those risks have not

BOJ likely to keep inflation warning but expect no big build-up in risks, sources say
Crime|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

US military says it completed 13th consecutive night of strikes on Iran

The U.S. military said late on Thursday it completed its latest round of strikes on Iran that marked a 13th consecutive night of American attacks.

US military says it completed 13th consecutive night of strikes on Iran
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Brazil report cites icing, pilot actions, safety culture in deadly Voepass crash

Brazilian air accident investigators said on Thursday that a buildup of ice, failures in the aircraft's de-icing system,

Brazil report cites icing, pilot actions, safety culture in deadly Voepass crash
Business|Economy|World

Around 2,000 Brazilian products exempt from both recent U.S. tariffs, minister says

About 2,000 products exported by Brazil to the United States will be exempt from the new tariffs announced by the Donald Trump administration in recent days, including

Around 2,000 Brazilian products exempt from both recent U.S. tariffs, minister says
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From prison fears to fireworks, Chinese pastor recounts sudden release after Trump's intervention

Chinese pastor Ezra Jin Mingri recounts how his fears turned to uncertainty and then joy after he was unexpectedly released from detention in China

From prison fears to fireworks, Chinese pastor recounts sudden release after Trump's intervention
Crime|Election|Europe|Political|World

Laura Loomer meets Zelenskyy in Ukraine after her major reversal on the war

Laura Loomer, President Donald Trump's ally with a reputation for incendiary social media comments, has sat down with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy after a dramatic about-face regarding the war

Laura Loomer meets Zelenskyy in Ukraine after her major reversal on the war
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Interview|Lifestyle|World

Eight years after deadliest antisemitic attack in US history, Tree of Life rabbi bids farewell

Rabbi Jeffrey Myers is retiring from Tree of Life Congregation in Pittsburgh, which he led through the aftermath of the deadliest antisemitic attack in U.S. history

Eight years after deadliest antisemitic attack in US history, Tree of Life rabbi bids farewell
Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|Travel|World

British Open winner Ryan Fox arrives back in New Zealand, hankering for sleep and a pie

Ryan Fox has arrived back in New Zealand after carrying the British Open championship-winner’s claret jug from one side of the world to the other, hankering for sleep and a gourmet pie

British Open winner Ryan Fox arrives back in New Zealand, hankering for sleep and a pie
Business|Economy|Political|World

US military launches new strikes on Iran as clashes escalate over shipping routes

The U.S. military has announced it conducted a 13th night of strikes against Iran as clashes escalate over shipping routes

US military launches new strikes on Iran as clashes escalate over shipping routes
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

What is China’s Kimi K3 and why is the US so rattled by it?

What is China’s Kimi K3 and why is the US so rattled by it?

What is China’s Kimi K3 and why is the US so rattled by it?
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Health|MidEast|Political|US|World

Famine has ended in Gaza. But the gains are fragile and it could get worse

The world’s leading authority on food insecurity said on Thursday that the situation in Gaza had improved since famine swept parts of the Palestinian territory last year

Famine has ended in Gaza. But the gains are fragile and it could get worse
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump administration faces record turnover in second term

Trump administration faces record turnover in second term

Trump administration faces record turnover in second term
Business|Crime|US|World

Officials identify Wisconsin man killed in police shooting that reignited protests in city with troubled use-of-force history

Officials identify Wisconsin man killed in police shooting that reignited protests in city with troubled use-of-force history

Officials identify Wisconsin man killed in police shooting that reignited protests in city with troubled use-of-force history
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|US|World

US, Mexico set more USMCA talks for September amid differences over autos content

U.S. and Mexican officials said on Thursday they will meet for a fourth round of negotiations to revamp the North American trade pact

US, Mexico set more USMCA talks for September amid differences over autos content
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Wisconsin protesters demand justice for man shot dead by police

Hundreds of protesters gathered for a vigil in Madison, Wisconsin, on Thursday, demanding police be held responsible one day after an officer shot dead a man in an

Wisconsin protesters demand justice for man shot dead by police
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Singapore's GIC to invest an additional $30 billion in hedge funds

Singapore sovereign wealth fund GIC plans to deploy an additional $30 billion into hedge funds and is spreading its bets

Singapore's GIC to invest an additional $30 billion in hedge funds
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Japan government highlights mounting inflationary pressure

Japanese companies are passing on rising costs from the Middle East conflict at a faster pace than in 2022, when the war in Ukraine pushed up fuel costs, the government said

Japan government highlights mounting inflationary pressure
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Japan June core inflation accelerates, stays below BOJ target

Japan's core inflation perked up in June but remained below the central bank's 2% target for a fifth straight month, suggesting that firms have yet to

Japan June core inflation accelerates, stays below BOJ target
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Japan's factory activity stays firm as output surges in July, PMI shows

Japan's manufacturing activity remained broadly firm in July with output rising at its fastest rate since February 2014, while uncertainty about the Middle East situation

Japan's factory activity stays firm as output surges in July, PMI shows
World

China urges deeper security cooperation with Belarus, Uzbekistan

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi emphasised security cooperation in separate meetings with his Belarusian and Uzbek counterparts, his ministry said in two statements

China urges deeper security cooperation with Belarus, Uzbekistan
Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

How Trump upended the Saudi nuclear deal less than 24 hours after its signing

How Trump upended the Saudi nuclear deal less than 24 hours after its signing

How Trump upended the Saudi nuclear deal less than 24 hours after its signing
Environment|US|World

Tropical Storm Bertha weakens after bringing strong winds and heavy surf to Louisiana and Texas

Tropical Storm Bertha brought heavy surf and some flooding to southern Louisiana and Texas as it came ashore on the Gulf Coast before it was downgraded to a tropical depression

Tropical Storm Bertha weakens after bringing strong winds and heavy surf to Louisiana and Texas
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|World

Singer d4vd could face trial over the killing of a teenage girl. Here’s a timeline of the case

Singer d4vd could face trial over the killing of a teenage girl. Here’s a timeline of the case

Singer d4vd could face trial over the killing of a teenage girl. Here’s a timeline of the case
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump imposes double-digit tariffs on dozens of countries as his 10% levies are set to expire Friday

President Donald Trump is going ahead with new double-digit tariffs on dozens of U.S. trading partners just as the clock runs out Friday on stopgap levies he imposed after a stinging defeat at the Supreme Court

Trump imposes double-digit tariffs on dozens of countries as his 10% levies are set to expire Friday
Election|World

Alaska sends 3,000 letters asking voters to verify their citizenship ahead of this year's elections

Alaska has sent more than 3,000 letters to residents asking them to verify their citizenship ahead of this year's elections

Alaska sends 3,000 letters asking voters to verify their citizenship ahead of this year's elections
Americas|Crime|Environment|World

A model Indigenous territory in Brazil's Amazon seeks protection from criminal gangs

The Ashaninka Indigenous people, who reclaimed their territory on the Brazil-Peru border decades ago, now face threats from gangs and drug traffickers

A model Indigenous territory in Brazil's Amazon seeks protection from criminal gangs
Education|US|World

US agency drops bid to force Penn to provide names in antisemitism probe

The U.S.

US agency drops bid to force Penn to provide names in antisemitism probe
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Trading Day: Burn, baby, burn

European and U.S. stocks slumped while bond yields shot higher on Thursday, with global markets rocked by oil's surge above $100 a barrel and

Trading Day: Burn, baby, burn
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ECB considering several options to mitigate losses, sources say

The European Central Bank is considering several options to mitigate its financial losses, in a tense debate that is expected to

ECB considering several options to mitigate losses, sources say
Business|Crime|Political|World

Trinidad frees businessman and wife held over alleged plot against prime minister

Trinidad and Tobago businessman Dominic Hadeed and his wife Genevieve Hadeed were released from prison on Thursday after being held for nearly a month without

Trinidad frees businessman and wife held over alleged plot against prime minister
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump to impose 'forced labor' duties on Friday as temporary 10% US tariffs expire

The Trump administration on Friday will impose new tariffs of 10% and 12.5% on goods from 60 trading partners, including the European Union, over allegations of lax

Trump to impose 'forced labor' duties on Friday as temporary 10% US tariffs expire
Business|Economy|Finance|World

US warns against excessive yen volatility, calls for BOJ rate hikes

The U.S.

US warns against excessive yen volatility, calls for BOJ rate hikes
Business|Economy|Political|World

Brazil says US tariffs related to forced labor are 'arbitrary' and 'unjustified'

The Brazilian government on Thursday rejected the tariffs imposed by the United States on the South American nation and another 59 trading partners related to

Brazil says US tariffs related to forced labor are 'arbitrary' and 'unjustified'
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Mexico to see no change from new US tariffs, economy minister says

Mexico's Economy Minister Marcelo Ebrard said on Thursday that the country will "see no change in the effective tariff that Mexico pays," after the U.S. government

Mexico to see no change from new US tariffs, economy minister says
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Canada to consider retaliating against latest Trump tariffs, Carney says

Canada will do whatever it takes to defend itself in a trade war with the United States, including possible retaliatory measures, Prime

Canada to consider retaliating against latest Trump tariffs, Carney says
Education|Political|World

US Education Department removes key rules against discrimination

The U.S.

US Education Department removes key rules against discrimination
Business|Economy|US|World

Prime Minister Carney says Canada is ready to respond if Trump's new tariffs go into effect

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada will continue to negotiate a new trade deal with the U.S., but the country is willing to respond should new threatened tariffs come into effect

Prime Minister Carney says Canada is ready to respond if Trump's new tariffs go into effect
US|World

The Latest: Trump issues new double-digit tariffs on 60 countries

President Donald Trump says he is imposing new double-digit tariffs on dozens of U.S. trading partners

The Latest: Trump issues new double-digit tariffs on 60 countries
Crime|Science|Technology|World

New warnings that Russian operatives are targeting the emails of US nuclear scientists and defense contractors

New warnings that Russian operatives are targeting the emails of US nuclear scientists and defense contractors

New warnings that Russian operatives are targeting the emails of US nuclear scientists and defense contractors
Interview|Sports|US|Videos|World

Sha’Carri Richardson and Noah Lyles cruise through 1st round of 100 meters at US track championships

Sha’Carri Richardson and Noah Lyles cruised through their first-round races of the 100 meters on Thursday at the U.S. championships

Sha’Carri Richardson and Noah Lyles cruise through 1st round of 100 meters at US track championships
Crime|World

Nun speaks out for first time about being detained by ICE while walking to Mass in Texas

A nun who was taken into immigration custody last month in Texas is speaking out for the first time about her arrest while walking to Mass

Nun speaks out for first time about being detained by ICE while walking to Mass in Texas
Political|US|World

Liberal Justice Elena Kagan says the Supreme Court is not a rubber stamp for Trump

Justice Elena Kagan says the Supreme Court may be deeply conservative but it is not simply a rubber stamp for President Donald Trump

Liberal Justice Elena Kagan says the Supreme Court is not a rubber stamp for Trump
Political|Sports|World

Trump fetes Dodgers at the White House again, saying the team is 'one of the great brands'

President Donald Trump has celebrated the Los Angeles Dodgers at the White House, calling the team “one of the great brands anywhere in the world.”

Trump fetes Dodgers at the White House again, saying the team is 'one of the great brands'
Arts|Political|Sports|Travel|World

Next stop, Trump Station? Administration wants to rename New York’s Penn Station

The Trump administration is seeking to rename Manhattan’s Penn Station as part of a planned $8 billion redesign of the country’s busiest transit hub

Next stop, Trump Station? Administration wants to rename New York’s Penn Station
Business|Entertainment|Technology|Travel|US|World

Two planes nearly collided in Boston after a false alarm and a controller forgot who he cleared for takeoff, the NTSB reports

Two planes nearly collided in Boston after a false alarm and a controller forgot who he cleared for takeoff, the NTSB reports

Two planes nearly collided in Boston after a false alarm and a controller forgot who he cleared for takeoff, the NTSB reports
Crime|Education|Political|World

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker signs bill designating July 25 as Emmett Till Day

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker signs bill designating July 25 as Emmett Till Day

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker signs bill designating July 25 as Emmett Till Day
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Mexican economy falters in May as construction dips

Mexico's economy contracted in May from April, official data showed on Thursday, fueling caution about the country's situation as the primary and secondary sectors

Mexican economy falters in May as construction dips
Crime|Political|US|World

Government withdraws subpoenas of 3 reporters for The New York Times after admitting legal errors

The government has withdrawn subpoenas that would have compelled three New York Times reporters to testify about their sources for articles about President Donald Trump’s Qatari-gifted Air Force One jet

Government withdraws subpoenas of 3 reporters for The New York Times after admitting legal errors
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Ameriprise Financial quarterly profit rises on higher fee income

Asset and wealth manager Ameriprise Financial reported a rise in its second-quarter profit on Thursday, driven by a market rally that boosted the value of its fee-generating assets

Ameriprise Financial quarterly profit rises on higher fee income
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

ECB leaves rates on hold, but keeps door open to further rate hikes

The European Central Bank kept borrowing costs on hold on Thursday but left room for more tightening in the coming months as a widening conflict in the Middle East pushed

ECB leaves rates on hold, but keeps door open to further rate hikes
Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Sweden declares mining national security interest to counter dependence on China

Sweden's government declared mining of critical metals and rare earth minerals a national security interest on Thursday, saying a new mining strategy was needed to

Sweden declares mining national security interest to counter dependence on China
Business|Economy|Europe|Health|Political|World

Germany's Merz could announce cabinet reshuffle on Friday, sources say

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz could announce a cabinet reshuffle on Friday, triggered by the abrupt exit ​of party heavyweight Jens Spahn in a row over a surrogacy baby,

Germany's Merz could announce cabinet reshuffle on Friday, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Lockheed Martin, RTX lift 2026 forecasts as Pentagon looks to restock weapons

The world's two biggest defense contractors, Lockheed Martin and RTX, said on Thursday they expect strong profits going forward because

Lockheed Martin, RTX lift 2026 forecasts as Pentagon looks to restock weapons
Europe|Political|World

Ousted Ukrainian defence chief digs in against Zelenskiy

Ousted Ukrainian defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov said on Thursday he would accept no other government position besides his former job,

Ousted Ukrainian defence chief digs in against Zelenskiy
Political|US|World

US Senate blocks resolution curbing Trump's Iran war powers

The U.S. Senate on Thursday blocked a Democratic-led resolution aiming to stop the Iran war until hostilities are authorized by Congress.

US Senate blocks resolution curbing Trump's Iran war powers
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US weekly jobless claims plunge to lowest since 1969

The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits for the first time unexpectedly fell last week to the lowest since the 1960s, indicating the U.S. job market

US weekly jobless claims plunge to lowest since 1969
Education|Political|Technology|World

How Abhijeet Dipke became the face of India's first Gen Z protest movement, and won

They were just six words posted on X in a moment of frustration:  "What if all cockroaches come together?"

How Abhijeet Dipke became the face of India's first Gen Z protest movement, and won
Economy|Finance|Political|World

Trump vows to punish Iran for Houthi attacks in Red Sea; oil surges over $100

U.S.

Trump vows to punish Iran for Houthi attacks in Red Sea; oil surges over $100
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

ECB will discuss raising banks' minimum reserves, Lagarde says

The European Central Bank will discuss raising banks' minimum reserve requirements, ECB President Christine Lagarde said on Thursday, opening the door to a move that

ECB will discuss raising banks' minimum reserves, Lagarde says
Environment|Europe|Science|World

France wildfire forces thousands to flee as tinder box conditions persist in warming Europe

A fast-moving wildfire has forced more than 10,000 people from homes and campsites near France's Atlantic coast, as extreme heat and

France wildfire forces thousands to flee as tinder box conditions persist in warming Europe
Africa|Crime|World

UN rights office deplores alleged killing, torture of Malian soldiers by insurgents

The U.N. human rights office on Thursday called for an investigation into reports of the torture and killing of surrendering Malian soldiers during an ambush of a military

UN rights office deplores alleged killing, torture of Malian soldiers by insurgents
Arts|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Hot in the city? Free movies help Italians ‘chill’ in Rome

Hot in the city? Free movies help Italians ‘chill’ in Rome

Hot in the city? Free movies help Italians ‘chill’ in Rome
World

US House votes to curb Trump's Iran war powers but Senate backs president

The Republican-led U.S.

US House votes to curb Trump's Iran war powers but Senate backs president
Crime|Europe|Political|Technology|World

EU countries to restore interim measure on allowing Big Tech to fight online child pornography

EU countries endorsed a proposal on Thursday to reintroduce a temporary measure allowing Google, Meta and other online platforms to detect and remove

EU countries to restore interim measure on allowing Big Tech to fight online child pornography
Crime|US|World

Trump’s DOJ says it will withdraw subpoenas targeting NY Times reporters

Trump’s DOJ says it will withdraw subpoenas targeting NY Times reporters

Trump’s DOJ says it will withdraw subpoenas targeting NY Times reporters
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says Raytheon wants to help produce interceptors

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Thursday the U.S. aerospace and defence company Raytheon had expressed an interest in joint production of Patriot interceptors, as

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says Raytheon wants to help produce interceptors
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|US|World

Former Barclays boss denies friendship with Epstein, US Democrats skeptical

Former Barclays Chief Executive Jes Staley said on Thursday in a closed-door U.S. congressional hearing that he had no

Former Barclays boss denies friendship with Epstein, US Democrats skeptical
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Spanish parliament rejects government's 2027 spending plan

Spain's lower house rejected the government's proposed 2027 spending framework on Thursday, dealing a fresh blow to its efforts to approve a state budget before the end of

Spanish parliament rejects government's 2027 spending plan
Business|Economy|Sports|Technology|World

Kalshi hits the back of the net with $27 billion FIFA World Cup windfall

Prediction market startup Kalshi scored well during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, netting roughly double its projected user traffic and trading volume as fans scrambled

Kalshi hits the back of the net with $27 billion FIFA World Cup windfall
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

Oil executives rush to complete contract migration in Venezuela, sources say

Venezuela's oil ministry has told partners of state energy company PDVSA that it will maintain the July 28 deadline it had set to

Oil executives rush to complete contract migration in Venezuela, sources say
Crime|Political|World

Minnesota man gets life in prison for assassinating Democratic lawmaker

The Minnesota man who pleaded guilty to assassinating a top Democratic lawmaker and attempting to murder another was sentenced to life in federal prison on Thursday,

Minnesota man gets life in prison for assassinating Democratic lawmaker
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Election|World

US states sue Trump administration for conditioning disaster funds on election changes

A coalition of mostly Democratic-led states asked a federal judge on Thursday to block the Department of Homeland Security from withholding certain disaster-related

US states sue Trump administration for conditioning disaster funds on election changes
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Food|World

Swiss chocolate maker Lindt misleads consumers about child labor, US lawsuit claims

Lindt has been sued in a U.S. court over its alleged use of child labor in Ghana and Ivory Coast, even as the Swiss chocolate maker touts its commitment to

Swiss chocolate maker Lindt misleads consumers about child labor, US lawsuit claims
Political|Science|Technology|US|World

Trump says Xi will visit US on September 24

U.S.

Trump says Xi will visit US on September 24
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|World

Salman Rushdie testifies at the terrorism trial of the man convicted of stabbing him

Salman Rushdie has testified for the second time about being stabbed nearly to death four years ago in a western New York amphitheater

Salman Rushdie testifies at the terrorism trial of the man convicted of stabbing him
Business|Economy|Finance|US|World

US Treasury finds no trading partner manipulated currency for trade advantage in 2025

No major U.S. trading partner manipulated its currency to gain an unfair trade advantage in 2025, the U.S.

US Treasury finds no trading partner manipulated currency for trade advantage in 2025
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Blackstone private credit fund withdrawal requests slowing, president says

Investor requests to withdraw from Blackstone's flagship private credit fund have fallen at the beginning of the third quarter after a period of higher demand to redeem,

Blackstone private credit fund withdrawal requests slowing, president says
Environment|Health|Science|World

Taylor Farms temporarily shuts Mexico processing facility as U.S. cyclosporiasis cases rise, source says

Taylor Farms has temporarily shut down the Central Mexico processing facility that U.S. health officials have linked to an ongoing multi-state cyclosporiasis outbreak, an industry

Taylor Farms temporarily shuts Mexico processing facility as U.S. cyclosporiasis cases rise, source says
Crime|Health|Political|US|World

Texas court says state's lawsuit claiming midwife violated abortion ban lacks evidence

A Texas state appeals court on Thursday ruled that the state attorney general had no evidence to support claims that a Houston midwife who was the first person

Texas court says state's lawsuit claiming midwife violated abortion ban lacks evidence
Business|Economy|Environment|Travel|World

Airline group IATA taps World Economic Forum's Zahidi as new chief

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has tapped World Economic Forum managing director Saadia Zahidi as its new director general after current boss Willie

Airline group IATA taps World Economic Forum's Zahidi as new chief
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Newmont tops profit estimates on higher gold prices, sees steady output

Newmont, the world's biggest gold miner, beat second-quarter profit estimates on Thursday after a rally in bullion prices outweighed the impact

Newmont tops profit estimates on higher gold prices, sees steady output
Education|World

Indian activist Wangchuk ends 26-day hunger strike

Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk has ended his hunger strike after 26 days, he said on Friday.

Indian activist Wangchuk ends 26-day hunger strike
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Boeing pips Airbus in low-key Farnborough jet order race

Boeing edged Airbus in a subdued series of order announcements at the Farnborough Airshow this week, as the global

Boeing pips Airbus in low-key Farnborough jet order race
Business|Economy|Travel|World

Aerolineas Argentinas plans biggest fleet renewal in a decade with 20 new aircraft

Aerolineas Argentinas said on Thursday it will add 20 new aircraft to its fleet, marking the state airline's largest revamp in a decade as it seeks to renew a quarter of its total

Aerolineas Argentinas plans biggest fleet renewal in a decade with 20 new aircraft
Business|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Spain's Zapatero says seized jewels worth $1.5 million were a 'courtesy gift'

Spanish former Prime Minister Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero said on Thursday that €1.3 million ($1.5 million) of jewellery seized by police as part of an investigation was a

Spain's Zapatero says seized jewels worth $1.5 million were a 'courtesy gift'
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

Venezuela quakes caused $19.6 billion in damage, World Bank report shows

Two earthquakes that rocked Venezuela on June 24 caused $19.6 billion in direct physical damage, but the cost of rebuilding could be twice that much or

Venezuela quakes caused $19.6 billion in damage, World Bank report shows
Business|Economy|Political|World

Iran flew IRGC commanders, missile gear to Yemen's Houthis, sources say

Iran flew Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) commanders, military advisers and missile- and drone-related equipment into Yemen this month,

Iran flew IRGC commanders, missile gear to Yemen's Houthis, sources say
Crime|US|World

US prosecutors drop New York Times subpoenas in Trump plane leak probe

The Trump administration will withdraw subpoenas issued to New York Times' journalists who reported on security concerns about the president flying on a

US prosecutors drop New York Times subpoenas in Trump plane leak probe
Environment|Health|World

Two-thirds of Gaza may face acute hunger by year-end despite improvements, global food monitor says

More than two-thirds of Gazans could face acute hunger by the year-end as humanitarian agencies cut aid flows due to funding shortages, a global

Two-thirds of Gaza may face acute hunger by year-end despite improvements, global food monitor says
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

US energy shares gain as Houthi tanker attacks push Brent crude to $100

U.S. energy shares rose on Thursday as Brent crude touched $100 a barrel, extending a five-day rally after attacks on two Saudi oil tankers heightened concerns over global oil

US energy shares gain as Houthi tanker attacks push Brent crude to $100
World

This court was created 30 years ago and never heard a case. Trump wants to change that

This court was created 30 years ago and never heard a case. Trump wants to change that

This court was created 30 years ago and never heard a case. Trump wants to change that
Education|World

Education Department rescinds disparate impact rule, a key tool used to assess school discrimination

The Education Department will no longer consider school policies that disproportionately harm one group of students as discriminatory unless the discrimination is intentional, rescinding a decades-long standard for civil rights enforcement

Education Department rescinds disparate impact rule, a key tool used to assess school discrimination
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

Ford to partner with Chinese automaker Geely in Spain in new joint venture

Ford and Chinese automotive company Geely Auto announced plans on Thursday to jointly manufacture low- and zero-emission vehicles at Ford’s Valencia, Spain factory

Ford to partner with Chinese automaker Geely in Spain in new joint venture
Health|Political|Science|World

Senate committee postpones vote on whether to advance CDC director nominee

The Senate health committee has delayed a vote planned for Thursday on whether to advance the nomination of Dr. Erica Schwartz to lead the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Senate committee postpones vote on whether to advance CDC director nominee
Americas|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Fate of ICC chief prosecutor heads to unprecedented vote as US sanctions keep him out of New York

Diplomats from around the world are gathering at United Nations headquarters in New York on Friday to decide whether to permanently remove the embattled chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court

Fate of ICC chief prosecutor heads to unprecedented vote as US sanctions keep him out of New York
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Gas, groceries and back-to-school items are where shoppers might see higher oil prices surface

Consumers already feeling pinched since the Iran war started may feel more pain after oil prices pushed past $100 a barrel

Gas, groceries and back-to-school items are where shoppers might see higher oil prices surface
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Travel|World

'A brave, brave bunch': Youth leader thankful for help after explosive bus fire

'A brave, brave bunch': Youth leader thankful for help after explosive bus fire

'A brave, brave bunch': Youth leader thankful for help after explosive bus fire
Environment|Science|World

2 confirmed dead after West Virginia flooding, governor’s office says

2 confirmed dead after West Virginia flooding, governor’s office says

2 confirmed dead after West Virginia flooding, governor’s office says
Asia|Economy|Education|Political|World

India's Cockroach movement holds a capital sit-in as police crack down on protests

Young protesters in India are camping on the streets of New Delhi

India's Cockroach movement holds a capital sit-in as police crack down on protests
Political|US|World

US House votes to halt Iran war, in another symbolic rebuke of Trump

The Republican-led U.S.

US House votes to halt Iran war, in another symbolic rebuke of Trump
Election|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump adds new condition to Saudi nuclear deal, says kingdom must normalize relations with Israel

President Donald Trump appeared to add a condition to the newly signed agreement with Saudi Arabia for a civilian nuclear program, saying the deal would require the kingdom to normalize its relations with Israel through the Abraham Accords

Trump adds new condition to Saudi nuclear deal, says kingdom must normalize relations with Israel
Business|Economy|Political|World

US aims for interim trade deals with Canada, Mexico by year-end

U.S.

US aims for interim trade deals with Canada, Mexico by year-end
Crime|Science|Technology|US|World

DNA evidence identifies suspect in 1995 killing of mother; Case closed

DNA evidence identifies suspect in 1995 killing of mother; Case closed

DNA evidence identifies suspect in 1995 killing of mother; Case closed
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Average 30-year US mortgage rate climbs to 6.58%, highest level in nearly a year

The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate climbed this week to its highest level in nearly 12 months, pushing up borrowing costs for prospective homebuyers at a time when rising oil prices are already squeezing household budgets

Average 30-year US mortgage rate climbs to 6.58%, highest level in nearly a year
Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World

House again passes a resolution seeking to halt military action in Iran as the conflict escalates

The House has narrowly passed a resolution to halt U.S. military action in Iran, sending a warning to President Donald Trump for the second time as the war has escalated and the future of the conflict is increasingly uncertain

House again passes a resolution seeking to halt military action in Iran as the conflict escalates
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

‘Up in smoke’: Attacks on ‘Russia’s Amazon’ bring Putin’s war closer to home

‘Up in smoke’: Attacks on ‘Russia’s Amazon’ bring Putin’s war closer to home

‘Up in smoke’: Attacks on ‘Russia’s Amazon’ bring Putin’s war closer to home
Environment|Europe|World

Wildfire spreads near popular French tourist town as thousands are evacuated

About 20,000 people have been evacuated from towns and vacation resorts along the French Atlantic coast

Wildfire spreads near popular French tourist town as thousands are evacuated
Crime|World

A member of Vance's Secret Service detail is being investigated over a suspected news leak

The Secret Service says a member of Vice President JD Vance’s security detail is being investigated over a suspected news leak

A member of Vance's Secret Service detail is being investigated over a suspected news leak
Health|Political|Science|US|World

Senator backs Trump CDC pick Schwartz, boosting path to confirmation

President Donald Trump's nominee to lead the CDC moved closer to confirmation on Thursday after the Republican chairman of a key Senate committee

Senator backs Trump CDC pick Schwartz, boosting path to confirmation
Crime|World

A teen, a fiancé and a ‘fearless’ father of 2 are among the service members killed or missing in the Iran war

A teen, a fiancé and a ‘fearless’ father of 2 are among the service members killed or missing in the Iran war

A teen, a fiancé and a ‘fearless’ father of 2 are among the service members killed or missing in the Iran war
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Mexico inflation undershoots forecasts; core rate returns to target range

Mexico's annual inflation rate decelerated for an eighth consecutive fortnight in early July, official data showed on Thursday, slowing more

Mexico inflation undershoots forecasts; core rate returns to target range
Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

US says Saudi nuclear deal off without Israel recognition

U.S.

US says Saudi nuclear deal off without Israel recognition
Crime|World

US announces visa restriction policy for people complicit in cybercrime

U.S.

US announces visa restriction policy for people complicit in cybercrime
Political|US|World

House rebukes Trump in vote to restrict his Iran war powers

House rebukes Trump in vote to restrict his Iran war powers

House rebukes Trump in vote to restrict his Iran war powers
Asia|Environment|World

Landslide death toll rises to 11 in southwest China, 50 still missing

The death toll from a landslide in the southwestern Chinese city of Chongqing last week has risen to 11, with 50 people still missing and 10 injured, Chinese state media

Landslide death toll rises to 11 in southwest China, 50 still missing
Education|World

Indian activist ends fast but youth protesters still seek minister's ouster

Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk ended a 26-day hunger strike on Friday over leaked medical school entrance exam papers

Indian activist ends fast but youth protesters still seek minister's ouster
Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Dollar hits new 40-year high versus yen, euro softer after ECB stands pat on rates

The dollar strengthened to a fresh 40-year high against the yen and climbed against the euro on Thursday as oil prices continued to shoot higher on

Dollar hits new 40-year high versus yen, euro softer after ECB stands pat on rates
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Oil settles over $100 as Houthi attacks intensify Middle East supply risks

Oil prices settled above $100 on Thursday for the first time since May after Yemen's Houthis said they attacked two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea,

Oil settles over $100 as Houthi attacks intensify Middle East supply risks
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Concerns of Palestinian economic crisis grow as Israeli banks prepare to cut ties

Two Israeli banks will halt working with their Palestinian counterparts in the coming months citing risks of associating with

Concerns of Palestinian economic crisis grow as Israeli banks prepare to cut ties
Sports|World

Yankees' José Caballero targeted by MLB for crackdown on plate routine of waiting to engage pitcher

Major League Baseball is cracking down on José Caballero's batting routine, saying it amounts to deception

Yankees' José Caballero targeted by MLB for crackdown on plate routine of waiting to engage pitcher
Africa|Business|Economy|World

South Africa central bank surprises with rate hold, says policy tight enough

South Africa's central bank surprised investors and economists by keeping its main lending rate unchanged on Thursday, saying its

South Africa central bank surprises with rate hold, says policy tight enough
Crime|Political|World

Bangladesh president to resign Friday as pressure grows over Hasina's planned return

By Krishna N.

Bangladesh president to resign Friday as pressure grows over Hasina's planned return
Business|Economy|Finance|World

US pledges over $200 million in aid to Red Cross agencies

The United States will give over $200 million in aid to the International Committee of the Red Cross and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent

US pledges over $200 million in aid to Red Cross agencies
Business|Technology|World

China's Geely to make electric SUVs at Ford Spain plant, jointly develop model for Europe

Geely Auto will build two electric SUVs at Ford's factory in Spain and the two firms will jointly develop a new model, they said on Thursday, as Chinese

China's Geely to make electric SUVs at Ford Spain plant, jointly develop model for Europe
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Wall St falls as tech earnings spark AI spending worries and oil hits $100

Wall Street indexes closed lower on Thursday with Nasdaq sinking more than 2% as the latest earnings updates from large technology companies

Wall St falls as tech earnings spark AI spending worries and oil hits $100
Economy|Technology|World

Stocks sink on Big Tech cash burn; oil hits $100 for first time since May

Oil prices spiked to $100 a barrel on Thursday for the first time since May, while major tech giants knocked U.S. stocks lower and Europe's

Stocks sink on Big Tech cash burn; oil hits $100 for first time since May
Crime|US|World

House Republican says Smith may have lied about Trump probe and refers him for possible prosecution

A key Republican lawmaker says he believes that special counsel Jack Smith may have lied to Congress while testifying about his investigation of President Donald Trump and that the Justice Department should consider prosecuting him

House Republican says Smith may have lied about Trump probe and refers him for possible prosecution
Crime|Health|Lifestyle|World

Man stabs sister 20 times, wounds brother after argument over barking dogs, police say

Man stabs sister 20 times, wounds brother after argument over barking dogs, police say

Man stabs sister 20 times, wounds brother after argument over barking dogs, police say
Crime|US|World

Police arrest teenager in Gwynn Oak shooting as community mourns young siblings

Police arrest teenager in Gwynn Oak shooting as community mourns young siblings

Police arrest teenager in Gwynn Oak shooting as community mourns young siblings
Political|World

Navy revises what information about sailors can be released, citing internal misinterpretation

The U.S. Navy is backing away from statements that it would begin to restrict press and public access to sailors’ service histories

Navy revises what information about sailors can be released, citing internal misinterpretation
Political|Science|Technology|World

Saudi-US nuclear deal sparks fear of arms race across the Middle East

Saudi-US nuclear deal sparks fear of arms race across the Middle East

Saudi-US nuclear deal sparks fear of arms race across the Middle East
Education|World

How a lunch counter inspired a civil rights movement

How a lunch counter inspired a civil rights movement

How a lunch counter inspired a civil rights movement
Environment|Science|US|World

July is flash flood emergency season now

July is flash flood emergency season now

July is flash flood emergency season now
Crime|Health|Science|US|World

An independent autopsy couldn’t determine how Nolan Wells died. Here’s what experts say could happen next

An independent autopsy couldn’t determine how Nolan Wells died. Here’s what experts say could happen next

An independent autopsy couldn’t determine how Nolan Wells died. Here’s what experts say could happen next
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

The world’s most important market is flashing red about the Iran war

The world’s most important market is flashing red about the Iran war

The world’s most important market is flashing red about the Iran war
Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|World

Neighbors kick open door to save sleeping couple from fire

Neighbors kick open door to save sleeping couple from fire

Neighbors kick open door to save sleeping couple from fire
Crime|Economy|Health|Political|World

Man seen in viral ICE arrest video speaks publicly for first time after release

Man seen in viral ICE arrest video speaks publicly for first time after release

Man seen in viral ICE arrest video speaks publicly for first time after release
Europe|Sports|World

France expected to announce Zinedine Zidane as its new coach early next week

The French Football Federation will announce the new national coach next Tuesday

France expected to announce Zinedine Zidane as its new coach early next week
Political|Sports|World

Trump role in World Cup red-card ruling for Balogun pushes Norway toward FIFA ethics complaint

U.S. President Donald Trump’s role in clearing Folarin Balogun from a mandatory one-game ban at the World Cup is set to provoke a formal complaint to FIFA ethics investigators

Trump role in World Cup red-card ruling for Balogun pushes Norway toward FIFA ethics complaint
Australia|Business|Sports|World

Olympic countdown clock raises venue timeline questions for Brisbane 2032

The unveiling of a countdown clock marking six years to the 2032 Olympics in Brisbane included a timely appearance by a native bird known as the “bin chicken.”

Olympic countdown clock raises venue timeline questions for Brisbane 2032
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Tracking oil prices and US gas prices amid Iran conflict

Tracking oil prices and US gas prices amid Iran conflict

Tracking oil prices and US gas prices amid Iran conflict
Business|Economy|Political|World

Spanish minister enters race to lead UN labour agency, amid US funding concerns

Spain has nominated Labour Minister Yolanda Diaz to head the United Nations labour agency, potentially making her the first woman to

Spanish minister enters race to lead UN labour agency, amid US funding concerns
Education|Environment|World

Weeks after suspected lightning strike sparks fire, community comes together to rebuild church

Weeks after suspected lightning strike sparks fire, community comes together to rebuild church

Weeks after suspected lightning strike sparks fire, community comes together to rebuild church
Business|Economy|Finance|US|World

The number of Americans filing for unemployment is the lowest since 1969

The number of Americans filing for unemployment is the lowest since 1969

The number of Americans filing for unemployment is the lowest since 1969
Economy|World

With bombing campaign unlikely to change Iran’s posture according to US intel, Trump faces limited options

With bombing campaign unlikely to change Iran’s posture according to US intel, Trump faces limited options

With bombing campaign unlikely to change Iran’s posture according to US intel, Trump faces limited options
Political|Science|Technology|World

Trump places new condition on signed Saudi nuclear deal, says country must join Abraham Accords

Trump places new condition on signed Saudi nuclear deal, says country must join Abraham Accords

Trump places new condition on signed Saudi nuclear deal, says country must join Abraham Accords
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Magnificent cash burn

What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets There was a familiar playbook in response to Alphabet's earnings

Magnificent cash burn
Crime|Europe|World

UK police sorry for 'missed opportunity' to stop deadly synagogue attack as associate jailed

British police apologised on Thursday for a "missed opportunity" to possibly stop a deadly attack on a Manchester synagogue last year, as an associate of the

UK police sorry for 'missed opportunity' to stop deadly synagogue attack as associate jailed
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

US is ready to help end the 'senseless war' in Ukraine but no quick deal ahead, Rubio says

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the Trump administration is ready to help end the war in Ukraine but acknowledges there's no quick path to a deal

US is ready to help end the 'senseless war' in Ukraine but no quick deal ahead, Rubio says
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US filings for unemployment aid fall to 187,000 last week, fewest since 1969

U.S. applications for jobless benefits tumbled to the lowest level in decades last week as layoffs remain historically low despite global economic uncertainty

US filings for unemployment aid fall to 187,000 last week, fewest since 1969
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Europe fines Google $1 billion for ‘harming’ rivals in a first under sweeping online law

Europe fines Google $1 billion for ‘harming’ rivals in a first under sweeping online law

Europe fines Google $1 billion for ‘harming’ rivals in a first under sweeping online law
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Europe's central bank holds rates steady amid swings in oil prices

The European Central Bank is leaving interest rates unchanged amid uncertainty about how volatile energy prices will affect inflation

Europe's central bank holds rates steady amid swings in oil prices
Arts|Business|Entertainment|World

Starbucks’ big marketing blunder in South Korea shows how cultural blind spots can put global brands in a bind

Translation is only part of the challenge for multinational companies. Words, slogans and symbols can take on entirely different meanings across cultures.

Starbucks’ big marketing blunder in South Korea shows how cultural blind spots can put global brands in a bind
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Google hit with $1 billion EU fine, in 'constructive' talks to avoid more penalties

Alphabet's Google was fined a total of €890 million ($1 billion) on Thursday for flouting European Union rules aimed at reining in the power of Big Tech,

Google hit with $1 billion EU fine, in 'constructive' talks to avoid more penalties
Africa|Crime|Political|World

International Criminal Court drops case against Darfur militia leader

Judges at the International Criminal Court terminated proceedings against the former leader of an armed group in Darfur on Thursday after

International Criminal Court drops case against Darfur militia leader
Health|Science|World

Congo's Ebola deaths top 1,000 as violence and shortages hamper medics

Ebola has now killed more than 1,000 people in the Democratic Republic of Congo, official figures show, as medics struggle to contain an outbreak amid militant violence, attacks on

Congo's Ebola deaths top 1,000 as violence and shortages hamper medics
Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU targets Russian banks in new sanctions package over Ukraine war

The European Union approved its 21st sanctions package against Russia over its war in Ukraine, imposing curbs on the

EU targets Russian banks in new sanctions package over Ukraine war
Environment|Europe|Political|World

Protesters clash with Albanian police in demonstrations triggered by Kushner resort plan

Albanian police used water cannons and tear gas on Thursday to disperse protesters who threw eggs and bottles at officers, in the latest flare-up of demonstrations

Protesters clash with Albanian police in demonstrations triggered by Kushner resort plan
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Musk proposes peer review for frontier AI models in Economist interview

Elon Musk urged the world's leading AI firms to conduct peer reviews of one another's most advanced models before releasing them, The Economist reported on Thursday, as concerns

Musk proposes peer review for frontier AI models in Economist interview
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Freeport-McMoRan's Q2 profit beats expectations, helped by rising copper prices

Freeport-McMoRan posted a second-quarter profit on Thursday that beat Wall Street's expectations as higher copper prices offset lower production at Indonesia's Grasberg mine, which

Freeport-McMoRan's Q2 profit beats expectations, helped by rising copper prices
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

American Airlines cuts 2026 outlook as fuel shock overwhelms revenue gains

American Airlines lowered its 2026 earnings forecast on Thursday, warning that a renewed surge in jet fuel costs could leave it

American Airlines cuts 2026 outlook as fuel shock overwhelms revenue gains
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Myanmar leaders' return to ASEAN meetings 'still far off', bloc's envoy says

The participation of Myanmar leaders in top meetings of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations is "still far off", the Philippines' foreign minister said on Thursday. 

Myanmar leaders' return to ASEAN meetings 'still far off', bloc's envoy says
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

ECB keeps rates unchanged but September hike firmly in play

The European Central Bank kept interest rates unchanged as expected on Thursday but held the door open to another increase in

ECB keeps rates unchanged but September hike firmly in play
Business|Crime|Europe|World

Czech army helicopter with five soldiers on board crashes, one dead

A Czech military helicopter crashed in the east of the country on Thursday, killing one of the five soldiers on board, the army said. 

Czech army helicopter with five soldiers on board crashes, one dead
Arts|Travel|World

How a royal scandal created one of the world’s greatest sacred masterpieces

How a royal scandal created one of the world’s greatest sacred masterpieces

How a royal scandal created one of the world’s greatest sacred masterpieces
Asia|Business|Environment|World

Death toll in India hydropower tunnel disaster rises to 25 as rescue effort ends

Authorities have recovered the bodies of 13 workers trapped inside a collapsed hydropower tunnel in India

Death toll in India hydropower tunnel disaster rises to 25 as rescue effort ends
Business|Economy|Technology|World

EU hits Google with $1 billion fine over its Play app store and search

The European Union has fined Google $1 billion for breaking digital antitrust regulations

EU hits Google with $1 billion fine over its Play app store and search
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Shipowners halt calls at Ukraine's Black Sea ports, wary of Russian strikes

Shipowners halted vessel arrivals at Ukraine's Black Sea ports due to intensified Russian strikes, Kyiv said, as President Volodymyr Zelenskiy warned Moscow might escalate

Shipowners halt calls at Ukraine's Black Sea ports, wary of Russian strikes
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|Travel|World

Crimea brings back public street phones for emergency calls

Russian-controlled Crimea has installed public street phones for emergency calls to the police and ambulance service, providing an alternative to mobile

Crimea brings back public street phones for emergency calls
Environment|Science|Travel|World

In wildfire-ravaged Spain, farmers revive native sheep and cows to graze on flammable plants

A goat-like cow is making a comeback in Spain's northwestern

In wildfire-ravaged Spain, farmers revive native sheep and cows to graze on flammable plants
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

US investors rethink bonds' role as inflation reshapes portfolios

Some U.S. investors who once relied on bonds to cushion equity selloffs are making more room for commodities, infrastructure, private credit and other

US investors rethink bonds' role as inflation reshapes portfolios
Business|Economy|Technology|World

RTX lifts 2026 forecasts on aircraft repair, defense demand

RTX raised its 2026 sales and profit forecasts on Thursday, betting on sustained demand for commercial aircraft maintenance and military systems,

RTX lifts 2026 forecasts on aircraft repair, defense demand
Business|Economy|World

Pakistan's US funding push after Iran war role draws skepticism from economists

Pakistan's push to convert some of its diplomatic goodwill with the Trump administration into economic support has drawn skepticism from economists, who

Pakistan's US funding push after Iran war role draws skepticism from economists
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump's consumer finance watchdog pick pledges 'open mind' on plans to fire most of the agency's workforce

Capital One executive Brian Johnson, U.S.

Trump's consumer finance watchdog pick pledges 'open mind' on plans to fire most of the agency's workforce
Business|Economy|Europe|World

UK factory orders remain in doldrums, cost pressures jump, CBI says

British manufacturing orders continued to deteriorate in July at the joint-fastest rate since September 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a survey on

UK factory orders remain in doldrums, cost pressures jump, CBI says
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Chinese titanium firms seek aerospace foothold beyond home market

Chinese titanium suppliers used the Farnborough Airshow this week to court aerospace customers, betting tight global

Chinese titanium firms seek aerospace foothold beyond home market
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Lockheed Martin lifts 2026 forecasts as Pentagon seeks to restock weapons

Defense giant Lockheed Martin lifted its 2026 sales and profit forecasts on Thursday as the Pentagon looks to replenish weapons stockpiles amid a

Lockheed Martin lifts 2026 forecasts as Pentagon seeks to restock weapons
Business|Technology|World

Greece to buy $4 billion air defence system from Israel

Greece has approved the purchase of a multi-layer air defence system worth up to €3.5 billion ($4 billion) from Israel, several types of drones and Embraer's  C-390

Greece to buy $4 billion air defence system from Israel
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|World

French business confidence improves in July despite Middle East conflict, heatwaves

French business confidence rose to a four-month high in July despite a new flare-up in the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran and record heatwaves at home, a monthly survey showed on

French business confidence improves in July despite Middle East conflict, heatwaves
Election|Europe|Political|World

Sweden's far right party says it won the arguments. Now it wants a share of power

After championing huge policy shifts in Sweden by propping up a minority centre-right government for four years, the far-right Sweden Democrats say

Sweden's far right party says it won the arguments. Now it wants a share of power
Election|Europe|Interview|Political|World

Sweden's far-right leader Akesson brought fringe party to brink of power

It's no coincidence that it sounded like the start of a rock concert when Swedish far-right leader Jimmie Akesson strode onto the stage to chants of "

Sweden's far-right leader Akesson brought fringe party to brink of power
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Chipmaker CXMT debut spotlights China's state-funded path to tech power

Chipmaker CXMT's high-profile debut next week will mark a major milestone for China's state-led funding model, highlighting how

Chipmaker CXMT debut spotlights China's state-funded path to tech power
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Rubio says US committed to helping end Ukraine war after meeting Lavrov

U.S.

Rubio says US committed to helping end Ukraine war after meeting Lavrov
Business|Science|Technology|World

Founder says DeepSeek prioritises AGI over profit, likely to keep top models open-source, Yicai reports 

The founder of Chinese AI startup DeepSeek said the company is prioritising the development of long-term artificial general intelligence over maximising profit, state-

Founder says DeepSeek prioritises AGI over profit, likely to keep top models open-source, Yicai reports 
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Beijing seeks opinions on planned China-US tariff cuts on $30 billion in trade

China is seeking opinions from companies, business associations and local governments on proposed reciprocal tariff cut arrangements with the United States on about $30

Beijing seeks opinions on planned China-US tariff cuts on $30 billion in trade
Crime|US|World

US on track to have historically low number of homicides in 2026, report says

A new report from the Council on Criminal Justice shows an 18% decrease in the homicide rate across 30 American cities from 2025 compared to the same period in 2026

US on track to have historically low number of homicides in 2026, report says
Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

US reaches nuclear power deal with Saudi Arabia

The U.S. and Saudi Arabia reached an agreement on civil nuclear power, letting the kingdom enrich uranium and build nuclear reactors using U.S. technology,

US reaches nuclear power deal with Saudi Arabia
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

European shares post biggest drop in two weeks on oil surge, rate-hike concerns

European shares suffered their steepest one-day drop in over two weeks on Thursday, weighed down by lacklustre earnings,

European shares post biggest drop in two weeks on oil surge, rate-hike concerns
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

South Korea shifting to ‘peace first’ North Korea policy, retains denuclearisation goal

South Korea is abandoning a "denuclearisation first" policy in favour of a "peace first" approach towards North Korea, Unification Minister Chung Dong-young

South Korea shifting to ‘peace first’ North Korea policy, retains denuclearisation goal
Asia|Environment|Health|World

Heavy rain and flooding kills 82 across India, Pakistan and Afghanistan

At least 82 people have died after heavy rains across northeastern India, Pakistan and Afghanistan this week, authorities said, as flooding caused widespread damage to farmland,

Heavy rain and flooding kills 82 across India, Pakistan and Afghanistan
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Warsh's no-guidance approach confronts a hawkish world and hawkish Fed colleagues

Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh may hope to stay mum about the Fed's rate plans, but fresh oil and potential tariff shocks and a hawkish tilt

Warsh's no-guidance approach confronts a hawkish world and hawkish Fed colleagues
Crime|Environment|Food|Health|Science|World

His restaurant put edible ants on the menu. Now he could face one year in prison

His restaurant put edible ants on the menu. Now he could face one year in prison

His restaurant put edible ants on the menu. Now he could face one year in prison
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Vietnam reaffirms trade talks, urges US to conclude trade investigation

Vietnam's foreign ministry said on Thursday that it remained committed to bringing trade negotiations with the United States to a conclusion, urging Washington to wrap up

Vietnam reaffirms trade talks, urges US to conclude trade investigation
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Technology|World

Renault's hit EV helps fend off Chinese rivals as quarterly sales rebound

Renault Group sales rebounded in the second quarter as strong demand for its Renault 5 electric vehicle helped the French automaker

Renault's hit EV helps fend off Chinese rivals as quarterly sales rebound
Asia|Environment|Political|Science|World

Rubio says China's actions in the South China Sea are 'disturbing'

U.S.

Rubio says China's actions in the South China Sea are 'disturbing'
Asia|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Rubio reassures Asian allies they're not being abandoned as top diplomats meet

U.S.

Rubio reassures Asian allies they're not being abandoned as top diplomats meet
Environment|Europe|Travel|World

More than 10,000 evacuated in southwestern France as wildfire spreads

More than 10,000 people were evacuated overnight in southwestern France as a rapidly spreading wildfire scorched through 2,000 hectares of land west of the city of

More than 10,000 evacuated in southwestern France as wildfire spreads
Political|Science|Technology|World

Israelis fear Saudi nuclear deal could ignite Mideast arms race

A deal between the United States and Saudi Arabia allowing the kingdom to build nuclear reactors using American technology and to enrich uranium has

Israelis fear Saudi nuclear deal could ignite Mideast arms race
Business|Environment|Technology|World

BMW to recall over 318,000 US vehicles over starter motor overheating risk

BMW is recalling 318,495 U.S. vehicles as an engine starter may overheat and catch fire, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said on Thursday.

BMW to recall over 318,000 US vehicles over starter motor overheating risk
Business|Economy|Environment|World

In Gaza's tent camps, a cigarette lighter becomes a lifeline

In the sprawling tent camps of southern Gaza, a disposable cigarette lighter has become an unlikely luxury item, as essential to

In Gaza's tent camps, a cigarette lighter becomes a lifeline
Africa|Health|Science|World

Congo's Ebola outbreak has killed over 1,000 people

More than 1,000 people have died from the Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo, according to Africa’s top health body, a grim toll in what’s already been declared the fastest Ebola outbreak in history

Congo's Ebola outbreak has killed over 1,000 people
Economy|Europe|World

Immigrant employment in the EU reaches record high, study shows

Immigrant employment in the European Union rose to a record high in 2025, narrowing the gap with workers born in the country but leaving significant

Immigrant employment in the EU reaches record high, study shows
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Hyundai Motor misses Q2 forecast, keeps outlook as it plans new model launches

Hyundai Motor reported a 21% fall in second-quarter operating profit on Thursday, missing analysts' estimates, as weaker vehicle sales,

Hyundai Motor misses Q2 forecast, keeps outlook as it plans new model launches
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Ambition and caution as Macquarie turns to a safe pair of hands

While Greg Ward was building Macquarie Group's mortgage book to the fifth-biggest in Australia, he was also cutting a figure as a respectable Porsche racer,

Ambition and caution as Macquarie turns to a safe pair of hands
Crime|World

Police in Wisconsin shoot man dead; online video of killing sparks protests

Police officers in Madison, Wisconsin, fatally shot a man they were trying to arrest on Wednesday during a street-corner scuffle, which was

Police in Wisconsin shoot man dead; online video of killing sparks protests
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

AI will not trigger employment collapse, staffing company Adecco Group says

AI will not trigger a collapse in employment despite concerns the technology will displace large numbers of workers, a study by staffing company Adecco Group

AI will not trigger employment collapse, staffing company Adecco Group says
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Can markets handle more strait talk?

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur Banerjee After five months of tracking events in the Strait of Hormuz, investors are looking across the Arabian Peninsula as Iranian-

Can markets handle more strait talk?
Arts|Asia|Crime|World

FBI Director Patel returns looted cultural artifacts to Indonesian President Prabowo

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has received a collection of repatriated cultural artifacts from FBI Director Kash Patel during a meeting in Jakarta

FBI Director Patel returns looted cultural artifacts to Indonesian President Prabowo
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Asian shares are mostly higher and Mideast tensions push Brent crude past $96

Asian shares are mostly higher, while the intensifying war with Iran pushed Brent crude past $96 a barrel

Asian shares are mostly higher and Mideast tensions push Brent crude past $96
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Thai authorities hunt for suspects after an attack in troubled south kills 5 soldiers

Thai authorities are searching for those responsible for a deadly attack in the country's troubled deep south

Thai authorities hunt for suspects after an attack in troubled south kills 5 soldiers
Crime|Political|US|World

GEO Group worker charged with assault in shooting of ICE protester in Colorado

A man employed by a company running a U.S.

GEO Group worker charged with assault in shooting of ICE protester in Colorado
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Intel, AMD sign long-term server CPU deals with Chinese clients as prices surge, sources say

U.S. chipmaking giants Intel and Advanced Micro Devices are signing longer-term purchase commitments with Chinese server customers for data

Intel, AMD sign long-term server CPU deals with Chinese clients as prices surge, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Australia jobs blow past expectations in June, cements bets of another rate rise

Australian employment surged past all expectations in June, data showed on Thursday, in a sign of economic resilience that had markets wagering another hike

Australia jobs blow past expectations in June, cements bets of another rate rise
Political|US|World

US military completes 12th straight night of strikes on Iran

The U.S. military said on Wednesday it completed its latest round of strikes on Iran at President Donald Trump's direction, for a 12th successive

US military completes 12th straight night of strikes on Iran
Business|Economy|Finance|World

BOJ to raise rates again by December as weak yen revives inflation risks: Reuters poll

The Bank of Japan will raise its interest rate again by end-December and possibly as soon as October, according to a majority of economists in a Reuters

BOJ to raise rates again by December as weak yen revives inflation risks: Reuters poll
Economy|Political|World

Houthis claim attacks on Saudi tankers in Red Sea, raising risk of new chokepoint in Iran war

The Iranian-aligned Houthis on Thursday claimed military strikes on two Saudi oil tankers as part of a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia,

Houthis claim attacks on Saudi tankers in Red Sea, raising risk of new chokepoint in Iran war
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|US|Videos|World

Tropical Storm Bertha fuels a serious flood threat on the East Coast after making landfall in Louisiana

Tropical Storm Bertha fuels a serious flood threat on the East Coast after making landfall in Louisiana

Tropical Storm Bertha fuels a serious flood threat on the East Coast after making landfall in Louisiana
Economy|Education|Health|Political|World

US Education Department probes five medical schools over admissions practices

The U.S.

US Education Department probes five medical schools over admissions practices
Environment|Europe|Science|World

Spain, France battle wildfires as intense heat grips Southern Europe

Firefighters battling wildfires in Spain and France on Wednesday said the risk of more

Spain, France battle wildfires as intense heat grips Southern Europe
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Macquarie investors back 'safe' insider CEO pick to keep bank on course

Australia's top investment bank Macquarie Group has appointed long-time insider Greg Ward to succeed CEO Shemara Wikramanayake, a choice investors said represented a "safe

Macquarie investors back 'safe' insider CEO pick to keep bank on course
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Macquarie taps veteran Greg Ward to succeed high-profile CEO Wikramanayake

Australian investment bank Macquarie Group on Thursday appointed long-serving executive Greg Ward to replace retiring CEO Shemara

Macquarie taps veteran Greg Ward to succeed high-profile CEO Wikramanayake
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Houthis say they attacked two Saudi tankers; Saudi Arabia says one ablaze in Red Sea

Yemen's Houthi militia attacked two Saudi Arabian oil tankers in a military operation, the group said on Thursday, and a Saudi news agency

Houthis say they attacked two Saudi tankers; Saudi Arabia says one ablaze in Red Sea
Environment|Europe|World

Firefighters battle one of Spain's biggest-ever wildfires during heat wave across the Mediterranean

Firefighters in central Spain are battling a massive wildfire in Guadalajara, which has burned over 32,000 hectares

Firefighters battle one of Spain's biggest-ever wildfires during heat wave across the Mediterranean
Business|Finance|Sports|Stock Markets|US|World

Orioles halt Red Sox's franchise record-tying 15 game win streak with 5-1 win to split twinbill

The Baltimore Orioles ended Boston’s franchise record-tying 15-game winning streak behind Kyle Bradish’s six innings of one-run ball, defeating the Red Sox 5-1 in the nightcap of a doubleheader on Wednesday

Orioles halt Red Sox's franchise record-tying 15 game win streak with 5-1 win to split twinbill
Election|Political|US|World

Trump returns to Georgia with election claims, worrying some Republicans

President Donald Trump rallied supporters in Georgia on Wednesday to press for stricter nationwide voting requirements, leaning into his election-

Trump returns to Georgia with election claims, worrying some Republicans
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

US military carries out strikes on Iran as both sides threaten civilian infrastructure

The U.S. military has announced that it is conducting a 12th night of strikes against Iran as both sides increasingly target civilian infrastructure

US military carries out strikes on Iran as both sides threaten civilian infrastructure
Environment|Science|Travel|World

Tropical Storm Bertha makes landfall on southern Louisiana with threatening winds

Tropical Storm Bertha has made landfall on the southern tip of Louisiana

Tropical Storm Bertha makes landfall on southern Louisiana with threatening winds
Business|Sports|US|World

Red Sox match club record of 15 straight wins, then lose nightcap of doubleheader with Orioles

The Boston Red Sox matched a club record set 80 years ago with their 15th straight victory

Red Sox match club record of 15 straight wins, then lose nightcap of doubleheader with Orioles
Political|World

Nicaragua's parliament moves to abolish elections under Ortega's order, fueling criticisms

Nicaragua’s lawmakers say they will carry out a plan by President Daniel Ortega to abolish elections in the Central American country

Nicaragua's parliament moves to abolish elections under Ortega's order, fueling criticisms
Environment|Political|World

National Guard deploys as flash floods in West Virginia inundate homes and businesses

Torrential rains in West Virginia have caused flash flooding that inundated homes and businesses

National Guard deploys as flash floods in West Virginia inundate homes and businesses
Political|World

Two states are the top contenders for the first spot on Democrats’ 2028 primary calendar

Two states are the top contenders for the first spot on Democrats’ 2028 primary calendar

Two states are the top contenders for the first spot on Democrats’ 2028 primary calendar
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

US House passes $1 trillion defense bill despite Iran, Israel concerns

The U.S.

US House passes $1 trillion defense bill despite Iran, Israel concerns
Crime|Election|Political|US|World

Trump administration seizes on New Jersey voting error to demand noncitizen data

The Justice Department is demanding data from New Jersey on non-U.S.-citizens the state says were accidentally registered to vote, as the Trump

Trump administration seizes on New Jersey voting error to demand noncitizen data
Business|Education|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Nvidia donates supercomputer to U.S. military university

Nvidia and the Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) on Wednesday said that the AI chip leader has donated a supercomputer with its latest chips to a nonprofit linked to

Nvidia donates supercomputer to U.S. military university
Economy|Political|World

The Latest: House adopts $95 billion budget proposal to fund Iran war and other Trump priorities

The House has adopted a Republican-only $95 billion budget proposal, a long-shot effort to fund the Iran war and other White House priorities over objections from Democrats and a few GOP holdouts in a final push before the midterm elections

The Latest: House adopts $95 billion budget proposal to fund Iran war and other Trump priorities
Asia|Business|Economy|World

South Korea's Q2 GDP beats estimates on chip export boom

South Korea's economy grew faster than expectations in the second quarter, driven by a semiconductor export boom that offset a decline in construction

South Korea's Q2 GDP beats estimates on chip export boom
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US House advances Trump budget outline, election voting restrictions

U.S.

US House advances Trump budget outline, election voting restrictions
Africa|Political|World

Trump praises Nigeria's efforts against violence towards Christians

President Donald Trump praised Nigerian President Bola Tinubu for his actions against violence, according to a letter released by Nigeria's presidency on

Trump praises Nigeria's efforts against violence towards Christians
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Trump's tariff threat could impact Canadian economy but may be negotiation tactic, experts say

The U.S. threat of 50% tariffs on Canadian goods could impact the economy, but experts suggest it might be a negotiation tactic

Trump's tariff threat could impact Canadian economy but may be negotiation tactic, experts say
Americas|Crime|World

Passengers in Texas ICE shooting say officers not in danger, driver was parking when shots fired

Two witnesses have told a federal court the immigration agent who fatally shot a Mexican man in Houston on July 7 was in no danger of being run over

Passengers in Texas ICE shooting say officers not in danger, driver was parking when shots fired
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Speaker Johnson muscles through plan to fund Iran war and promote Trump’s ‘SAVE America Act’

Speaker Johnson muscles through plan to fund Iran war and promote Trump’s ‘SAVE America Act’

Speaker Johnson muscles through plan to fund Iran war and promote Trump’s ‘SAVE America Act’
Crime|Political|World

Democrats press ICE on oversight, say 1 officer referred for discipline over use of force

Democratic members of the House Homeland Security Committee say one ICE officer has been referred for discipline over a use-of-force incident since the Trump administration began

Democrats press ICE on oversight, say 1 officer referred for discipline over use of force
Crime|Economy|Europe|World

Swiss court orders fresh ruling for whistleblowers in multi-billion fraud case

Switzerland's highest court has ordered a fresh ruling in the case of three men accused of breaching bank secrecy laws over leaked data that helped expose the cum-ex tax

Swiss court orders fresh ruling for whistleblowers in multi-billion fraud case
Political|Science|Technology|US|World

Iran strikes on CIA facilities prompt questions about possible Russian role

Iranian drone attacks on CIA facilities in the Gulf have prompted U.S. intelligence analysts to investigate

Iran strikes on CIA facilities prompt questions about possible Russian role
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|Science|Technology|US|World

Trump administration considers putting nuclear power plants in US waters

The Trump administration on Wednesday said it would evaluate putting nuclear energy projects in federal waters as part of its agenda to expand domestic energy production and speed

Trump administration considers putting nuclear power plants in US waters
Business|Science|Technology|World

US accuses China's Moonshot of stealing from Anthropic's Fable for latest AI model

China's Moonshot AI stole from Anthropic's most sophisticated AI large language model, Fable, to help create its

US accuses China's Moonshot of stealing from Anthropic's Fable for latest AI model
Business|Finance|Health|World

US judge casts doubt on 69,000 cases alleging J&J talc caused cancer

A federal judge cast doubt on Wednesday on claims by approximately 69,000 people alleging that Johnson & Johnson's baby powder and other talc products caused

US judge casts doubt on 69,000 cases alleging J&J talc caused cancer
Crime|Political|US|World

Why New York's Mamdani cannot have Israel's Netanyahu arrested

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said this week that he had

Why New York's Mamdani cannot have Israel's Netanyahu arrested
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Casino operator Las Vegas Sands quarterly profit, revenue slip on weak Macau business

Casino operator Las Vegas Sands reported a decline in second-quarter profit and revenue on Wednesday, as unusually low hold in rolling play in its Macau operations countered growth

Casino operator Las Vegas Sands quarterly profit, revenue slip on weak Macau business
World

House Republicans adopt $95 billion package for the Iran war and Trump's priorities

The House adopted a Republican-only $95 billion budget proposal, a long-shot effort to fund the Iran war and other White House priorities

House Republicans adopt $95 billion package for the Iran war and Trump's priorities
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Trading Day: $100 oil looms 

The Nasdaq fell on Wednesday, dragged down by software stocks ahead of some major tech earnings reports, while deepening conflict in the Middle

Trading Day: $100 oil looms 
Crime|Political|US|World

Pardoned by Trump, Hernandez to return to Honduras and seek dismissal of local charges

Former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernandez, who was freed from a 45-year sentence over cocaine trafficking in the United States by U.S.

Pardoned by Trump, Hernandez to return to Honduras and seek dismissal of local charges
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Raymond James profit rises on capital markets strength

Raymond James Financial reported a rise in third-quarter profit on Wednesday, helped by strong performance in its capital markets unit.

Raymond James profit rises on capital markets strength
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|World

Tropical Storm Bertha makes landfall in St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana

The U.S. National Hurricane Center said on Wednesday that Tropical Storm Bertha has made landfall in St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana.

Tropical Storm Bertha makes landfall in St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana
Economy|Science|Technology|World

Why is a US-Saudi nuclear pact causing alarm in Washington and the Middle East?

The Trump administration backs a nuclear energy pact with Riyadh allowing Saudi Arabia to enrich uranium and process spent atomic fuel, a move that worries some U.S.

Why is a US-Saudi nuclear pact causing alarm in Washington and the Middle East?
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

New York City mayor taps ex-FTC Chair Khan for key economic post, separately faces suit over rent freeze

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's administration named former Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan on Wednesday as board chair of the New York

New York City mayor taps ex-FTC Chair Khan for key economic post, separately faces suit over rent freeze
Political|Science|Technology|World

US signs deal with Saudi Arabia that could allow kingdom to enrich nuclear fuel

US signs deal with Saudi Arabia that could allow kingdom to enrich nuclear fuel

US signs deal with Saudi Arabia that could allow kingdom to enrich nuclear fuel
Political|Science|Technology|World

US and Saudi Arabia sign new nuclear agreement that could pave way for kingdom to enrich uranium

The Trump administration has forged a new agreement with Saudi Arabia that could potentially provide the kingdom with uranium enrichment capability for its civilian nuclear program

US and Saudi Arabia sign new nuclear agreement that could pave way for kingdom to enrich uranium
Business|Environment|Science|World

Historically low water level in two crucial US reservoirs threatens water and power for millions

Historically low water level in two crucial US reservoirs threatens water and power for millions

Historically low water level in two crucial US reservoirs threatens water and power for millions
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|MidEast|US|World

Terrorism trial opens in stabbing of author Salman Rushdie

The man who was convicted of trying to kill Salman Rushdie is on trial again

Terrorism trial opens in stabbing of author Salman Rushdie
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|US|World

A boater's photo may be 'the last picture' of group drowned in an Ohio river

Marcus L

A boater's photo may be 'the last picture' of group drowned in an Ohio river
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

House votes for Department of War renaming as part of an annual defense bill

The House has passed a defense policy bill that incorporates President Donald Trump’s request for a historic $1.15 trillion in spending for the Pentagon

House votes for Department of War renaming as part of an annual defense bill
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European Union gives its greenlight to Paramount and Warner's mega merger with some conditions

The European Union has approved Paramount's $81 billion takeover of Warner Bros

European Union gives its greenlight to Paramount and Warner's mega merger with some conditions
Crime|Europe|US|World

Tate brothers arrested in Miami

U.S. Marshals arrest the Tate brothers in Miami as part of a UK extradition request.

Tate brothers arrested in Miami
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Sports|World

Madonna, BTS and more World Cup halftime performers see jump in song streams, Justin Bieber up 110%

Industry data and analytics company Luminate has found that the 2026 World Cup halftime performers experienced considerable jumps in the streams of the songs they performed live at the final on Sunday

Madonna, BTS and more World Cup halftime performers see jump in song streams, Justin Bieber up 110%
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Russia sanctions bill faces hurdles in Senate despite renewed push after Graham’s death

Russia sanctions bill faces hurdles in Senate despite renewed push after Graham’s death

Russia sanctions bill faces hurdles in Senate despite renewed push after Graham’s death
Entertainment|Sports|US|World

Red Sox win 15th straight, matching longest in club history, with 6-3 victory over Orioles

The Boston Red Sox won their 15th straight game to match a club record for the longest winning streak in team history from 80 years ago, beating the Baltimore Orioles 6-3 in the opener of a split doubleheader

Red Sox win 15th straight, matching longest in club history, with 6-3 victory over Orioles
Crime|Environment|Europe|World

How arsonists used cats to spread Italy’s wildfires

How arsonists used cats to spread Italy’s wildfires

How arsonists used cats to spread Italy’s wildfires
Africa|Business|Economy|Environment|World

Demand for critical minerals fuels conflict but could help resource-rich nations, WTO says

The head of the World Trade Organization says surging global demand for critical minerals should be “a once-in-a-lifetime chance” for resource-rich countries in Africa and elsewhere to harness wealth and improve life for millions

Demand for critical minerals fuels conflict but could help resource-rich nations, WTO says
Political|World

Trump greets the fallen as he faces a decision point on Iran

Trump greets the fallen as he faces a decision point on Iran

Trump greets the fallen as he faces a decision point on Iran
Crime|Health|US|World

Preliminary independent autopsy results for Nolan Wells leave key questions unanswered

Preliminary independent autopsy results for Nolan Wells leave key questions unanswered

Preliminary independent autopsy results for Nolan Wells leave key questions unanswered
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Treasury's Bessent welcomes Pakistan's reforms, push to return to capital markets

U.S.

Treasury's Bessent welcomes Pakistan's reforms, push to return to capital markets
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|World

Paramount secures EU nod for $110 billion Warner Bros deal, US hurdles ahead

Paramount Skydance Corp on Wednesday gained European Union antitrust approval for its $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery after agreeing to

Paramount secures EU nod for $110 billion Warner Bros deal, US hurdles ahead
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

FCC votes to bar sales of devices with parts from Chinese firms posing risks

The Federal Communications Commission on Wednesday voted to bar sales of ‌devices in the U.S. that contain key hardware from Chinese companies deemed to be

FCC votes to bar sales of devices with parts from Chinese firms posing risks
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Oil prices jump on US-Iran strikes, stocks flat ahead of Big Tech results

Oil prices rose to a six-week high on Wednesday as the U.S. and Iran traded strikes, further threatening energy

Oil prices jump on US-Iran strikes, stocks flat ahead of Big Tech results
Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Zelenskiy speaks to US envoys, discusses weapons

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner spoke on Wednesday about the prospects for pursuing more active diplomacy and moving

Zelenskiy speaks to US envoys, discusses weapons
Crime|Sports|World

Arizona Cardinals offensive lineman Isaiah Adams arrested in Canada on gun charges

Arizona Cardinals offensive lineman Isaiah Adams was arrested in Canada recently on four weapons charges

Arizona Cardinals offensive lineman Isaiah Adams arrested in Canada on gun charges
Americas|Crime|Political|World

June 1 trial date set for Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro in his US drug trafficking case

A June 1 trial date has been set for Nicolás Maduro to face drug trafficking charges in New York

June 1 trial date set for Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro in his US drug trafficking case
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Adolf Hitler’s birthplace in Austria reopens as a police station to deter Nazi pilgrimages

Adolf Hitler's birthplace in Austria has been inaugurated as a police station

Adolf Hitler’s birthplace in Austria reopens as a police station to deter Nazi pilgrimages
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

Food, fury and supporters near and far keep India protest alive

A steady stream of food delivery riders carrying meals, snacks and bottled water is helping sustain a youth-led protest movement that has sprung up in

Food, fury and supporters near and far keep India protest alive
Political|World

Trump pays respects to 4 US service members killed in the Middle East

President Donald Trump is honoring the lives of four U.S. service members who were killed in the Middle East and returned to their families at an air force base in Delaware

Trump pays respects to 4 US service members killed in the Middle East
Arts|Business|Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|World

Model recruiter who introduced young women to Jeffrey Epstein found dead in France

Model recruiter who introduced young women to Jeffrey Epstein found dead in France

Model recruiter who introduced young women to Jeffrey Epstein found dead in France
Americas|Asia|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump: US will be 'hitting' Pickaxe Mountain 'pretty soon'

President Trump is weighing an attack on Pickaxe Mountain after Israeli intelligence suggests Iran moved thousands of centrifuges into the mountain. Kristen Holmes reports on OutFront.

Trump: US will be 'hitting' Pickaxe Mountain 'pretty soon'
Arts|Crime|Europe|World

Louvre reopens Apollo Gallery after a brazen heist, but no jewels are on display

The Louvre's Apollo gallery is reopening to the public for the first time since last year's crown jewels heist

Louvre reopens Apollo Gallery after a brazen heist, but no jewels are on display
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Italy optimistic about downward revision of 2025 deficit, minister says

Italy is "cautiously optimistic" about a downward revision of its 2025 deficit, the economy minister said on Wednesday, reviving hopes that the country

Italy optimistic about downward revision of 2025 deficit, minister says
Health|Science|World

US quarantined citizens at New York military base after return from Congo, sources say

U.S. health officials quarantined 14 American citizens at a New York military base for four days after a recent return from the

US quarantined citizens at New York military base after return from Congo, sources say
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Philippine, Chinese foreign ministers trade protests over South China Sea encounter

The foreign ministers of the Philippines and China met in Manila on Wednesday and both made "strong" protests over an encounter between the two countries' vessels

Philippine, Chinese foreign ministers trade protests over South China Sea encounter
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Wildberries, 'Russia's Amazon', becomes a target for Ukraine

From humble origins as a family business run out of an apartment near Moscow, Wildberries has grown in under two decades into Russia's top online retailer

Wildberries, 'Russia's Amazon', becomes a target for Ukraine
Business|Economy|Technology|World

US politicians pitch aviation, space business at Farnborough Airshow

The U.S. boosted the size of its pavilion at the Farnborough Airshow by 22% this year, and U.S. politicians were out in force, vying with

US politicians pitch aviation, space business at Farnborough Airshow
Africa|Economy|Political|World

Germany vows support for Nigeria on security, seeks expanded economic ties

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul reaffirmed Berlin's commitment on Wednesday to supporting Nigeria on security as it battles militant groups, and

Germany vows support for Nigeria on security, seeks expanded economic ties
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Gold miners set for earnings growth, but higher costs could temper gains

Gold miners are expected to report sharply higher second-quarter profits, buoyed by stronger bullion prices, though the Iran war's impact on

Gold miners set for earnings growth, but higher costs could temper gains
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Vale shareholders elect Oliveira chairman after governance tensions

Shareholders of Vale on Wednesday elected Manuel Lino Oliveira as chairman of the Brazilian miner's board, a move backed by top shareholder Previ

Vale shareholders elect Oliveira chairman after governance tensions
Business|Economy|MidEast|World

Oil settles up more than 3% to six-week high as Mideast conflict threatens oil transit routes

Oil prices settled at their highest since June 11 on Wednesday on mounting supply concerns as hostilities continued to escalate between the U.S. and

Oil settles up more than 3% to six-week high as Mideast conflict threatens oil transit routes
Crime|Economy|Political|World

US judge sets June 2027 trial date for Venezuela's Maduro

A judge on Wednesday set a June 1, 2027, trial date for ousted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores on U.S. drug

US judge sets June 2027 trial date for Venezuela's Maduro
Africa|Business|Crime|Political|World

Ghanaian nationals ask ICC to probe xenophobic violence in South Africa

Two Ghanaian nationals have petitioned the International Criminal Court to open a preliminary investigation into attacks against foreign nationals in South Africa,

Ghanaian nationals ask ICC to probe xenophobic violence in South Africa
Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump attends return of US soldiers killed in Iran war

U.S.

Trump attends return of US soldiers killed in Iran war
Crime|Education|Health|Sports|World

Private autopsy raises questions about death of Black teen in Mississippi

A private autopsy of Nolan Wells, a Black college football player whose body was found in the ocean near an island off the Mississippi coast, raised questions about

Private autopsy raises questions about death of Black teen in Mississippi
Business|Crime|US|World

US officials see closer ties with Trump ally Prince's security firm in Haiti, military adviser says

U.S. security officials are planning for closer ties with a private military company in Haiti run by Erik Prince, a close ally of President Donald Trump, a top U.S

US officials see closer ties with Trump ally Prince's security firm in Haiti, military adviser says
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

US Senate panel approves bill cracking down on the sale of Chinese vehicles 

The U.S.

US Senate panel approves bill cracking down on the sale of Chinese vehicles 
Asia|Business|Political|World

Senior Chinese leader Wang Huning tours Tibet, stresses ethnic unity, stability

China's fourth-ranking leader, Wang Huning, called on Tibet to safeguard social stability, enforce a new ethnic unity law and bring Tibetan Buddhism into closer alignment

Senior Chinese leader Wang Huning tours Tibet, stresses ethnic unity, stability
Business|Food|Health|World

Cyclosporiasis outbreak hits Taco Bell sales, unlikely to cause lasting scar, analysts say

By Juveria Tabassum, Neil J Kanatt and Nicholas P.

Cyclosporiasis outbreak hits Taco Bell sales, unlikely to cause lasting scar, analysts say
Business|Economy|Political|World

US coffee drinkers could pay more if Trump punishes Nicaragua's election ban

U.S. coffee drinkers, already paying the highest prices in a decade, could eventually feel the effects of any reaction by Washington to Nicaraguan

US coffee drinkers could pay more if Trump punishes Nicaragua's election ban
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Daimler Truck raises profit forecast on tariffs and North America sales

Daimler Truck, one of the ​world's biggest truckmakers, raised its full-year adjusted operating profit forecast on Wednesday, citing an updated tariff framework and higher expected

Daimler Truck raises profit forecast on tariffs and North America sales
Crime|Environment|Europe|World

Patchy warnings, outdated plans left victims of Spanish wildfire to fend for themselves

When 12 people died trying to escape a wildfire around the mountain village of Bedar and a nearby hamlet in southern

Patchy warnings, outdated plans left victims of Spanish wildfire to fend for themselves
Business|Science|Technology|World

Chinese AI's role in stopping rogue OpenAI agent shows cost of US guardrails

A New York startup's use of a Chinese AI model to rein in a rogue agent built with OpenAI technology is stoking fears that guradrails restricting

Chinese AI's role in stopping rogue OpenAI agent shows cost of US guardrails
Crime|Environment|World

Deputy recounts harrowing Venezuela K9 rescue mission

Deputy recounts harrowing Venezuela K9 rescue mission

Deputy recounts harrowing Venezuela K9 rescue mission
Environment|Europe|Health|Science|World

France recorded 5,700 more deaths than usual during its historic June heat wave

France experienced at least 5,700 more deaths than usual during a historic heat wave last month, according to the public health agency

France recorded 5,700 more deaths than usual during its historic June heat wave
Crime|Europe|Political|World

From battlefield to bureaucracy, Ukraine's new military chief faces tests

Ukraine's new top general faces many challenges at a pivotal moment in the war with Russia, from fixing the military's manpower shortage and reforming its

From battlefield to bureaucracy, Ukraine's new military chief faces tests
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Iran's demands over the Strait of Hormuz would set a dangerous precedent, Rubio warns Asian leaders

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has warned Asian leaders that Iran's demand to control the Strait of Hormuz threatens the global economy and freedom of navigation

Iran's demands over the Strait of Hormuz would set a dangerous precedent, Rubio warns Asian leaders
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wellington, Vanguard, Blackstone launch funds targeting wealthy investors

Wellington Management, Vanguard and Blackstone are launching two funds that will offer investments in both public and private markets for a growing cohort

Wellington, Vanguard, Blackstone launch funds targeting wealthy investors
MidEast|Political|World

Lebanon, Israel to hold next talks in Italy on August 4, Lebanese official says

Lebanon and Israel are scheduled to hold their next round of U.S.-brokered talks on August 4 in Italy, a Lebanese official told Reuters on Wednesday, as the two countries

Lebanon, Israel to hold next talks in Italy on August 4, Lebanese official says
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Panama weighs creation of state-owned miner to pave way for Cobre Panama re-opening

Panama is considering creating a state-owned mining firm to partner with Canada's First Quantum on the re-opening of the shuttered flagship Cobre Panama

Panama weighs creation of state-owned miner to pave way for Cobre Panama re-opening
Health|Science|World

Cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan climb to over 7,000, state health officials say

Michigan health officials reported 7,171 cases linked to an outbreak of cyclosporiasis on Wednesday, up 600 cases since its last update on Tuesday.

Cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan climb to over 7,000, state health officials say
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Journalists urge correspondents' association to stand up to Trump at rescheduled press dinner

Hundreds of former or retired journalists and eight press freedom groups have called on the White House Correspondents’ Association to stand up against the Trump administration’s recent attacks on the press at its rescheduled dinner this week

Journalists urge correspondents' association to stand up to Trump at rescheduled press dinner
Business|Europe|World

Italian unions agree workers' rights deal with Amazon

Italian unions have signed an agreement with Amazon.com covering leave, employee rights and video surveillance, the unions and the U.S. e-commerce giant said on Wednesday.

Italian unions agree workers' rights deal with Amazon
Economy|Finance|World

Bolivia nears $2.5-$2.8 billion IMF financing deal, minister says

Bolivia is "days away" from announcing an agreement with the International Monetary Fund for $2.5

Bolivia nears $2.5-$2.8 billion IMF financing deal, minister says
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Dollar edges lower after four-day run of gains, yen stalled near 40-year low

The dollar eased slightly from a one-week high on Wednesday after four straight daily advances, while the yen saw a modest recovery from its weakest

Dollar edges lower after four-day run of gains, yen stalled near 40-year low
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Rubio meets China's Wang at regional gathering where Iran war looms large

U.S.

Rubio meets China's Wang at regional gathering where Iran war looms large
Business|Economy|Technology|World

US Senate panel approves bill to crack down on Chinese vehicles

The U.S.

US Senate panel approves bill to crack down on Chinese vehicles
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Porsche supervisory board backs tougher restructuring

Porsche's supervisory board gave its blessing to the next round of restructuring measures on Wednesday, a company spokesperson said, with media reporting

Porsche supervisory board backs tougher restructuring
Celebrity|Crime|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|World

French modelling scout linked to Epstein found dead

Daniel Siad, a modelling scout with ties to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, has been found dead at his home outside Paris, prosecutors

French modelling scout linked to Epstein found dead
Crime|Europe|Sports|World

Southampton coach Eckert charged by FA over spying scandal that shocked English soccer

Southampton coach Tonda Eckert has been charged by the English Football Association for his part in the spying scandal that shocked English soccer last season

Southampton coach Eckert charged by FA over spying scandal that shocked English soccer
Crime|Health|US|World

Toddler dies, mother's boyfriend charged with murder now in ICE custody

Toddler dies, mother's boyfriend charged with murder now in ICE custody

Toddler dies, mother's boyfriend charged with murder now in ICE custody
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine overhauls its military top brass for the fight against Russia

Ukraine is pushing on with its fight against Russia under new military leadership

Ukraine overhauls its military top brass for the fight against Russia
Crime|Europe|Political|World

UN rights chief condemns Nicaragua move to end elections

The United Nations human rights chief on Wednesday condemned what he described as a further deterioration of civil and political rights in Nicaragua, warning that proposed

UN rights chief condemns Nicaragua move to end elections
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Shanghai holds compliance guidance meeting with automakers including Tesla, BYD

Shanghai authorities said on Wednesday it convened major automakers, dealer groups and internet platforms to reinforce compliance requirements as part of a campaign to

Shanghai holds compliance guidance meeting with automakers including Tesla, BYD
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Moody's quarterly profit jumps on bond issuance activity strength

Moody's reported a jump in second-quarter profit on Wednesday, as strong bond issuance activity drove growth in its ratings business.

Moody's quarterly profit jumps on bond issuance activity strength
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine will step up counteroffensive actions, new top commander says

The new commander-in-chief of Ukraine's armed forces, Mykhailo Drapatyi, said on Wednesday he had been tasked with stepping up counteroffensive actions and launching new

Ukraine will step up counteroffensive actions, new top commander says
Education|Health|Political|World

Indian opposition disrupts parliament to support student protesters and pressure Modi

Indian opposition lawmakers disrupted parliament on Wednesday in support of student protesters, echoing their calls for

Indian opposition disrupts parliament to support student protesters and pressure Modi
Africa|Health|Political|Travel|World

Cameroon's ruling party meets as Biya's long absence draws criticism

Cameroon's ruling party called a rare meeting of senior leaders on Wednesday as criticism mounted over the continued absence of President Paul

Cameroon's ruling party meets as Biya's long absence draws criticism
Europe|Political|World

German conservatives to appoint Merz confidant to lead faction after surrogacy row

Germany's ruling conservatives said on Wednesday they would appoint a close ally of Chancellor Friedrich Merz as their new parliamentary faction chief,

German conservatives to appoint Merz confidant to lead faction after surrogacy row
Crime|Entertainment|Europe|World

Vatican denies decision made in abuse trial against artist priest Rupnik

The Vatican on Wednesday denied that a ruling had been made in a canonical trial against prominent Slovenian priest Marko Ivan Rupnik, who has been accused by more

Vatican denies decision made in abuse trial against artist priest Rupnik
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Trump: US will attack Iranian bridge, power plant for every ship targeted in Hormuz

President Donald Trump renewed his threats to attack Iranian infrastructure on Wednesday, saying the U.S. would attack a bridge or power plant each time Tehran targets

Trump: US will attack Iranian bridge, power plant for every ship targeted in Hormuz
Business|Crime|Economy|World

Ukraine hits more warehouses of Russia's top online retailer Wildberries

Ukraine has attacked two more warehouses of Russian online retailer Wildberries, its boss said on Wednesday, extending a series of drone strikes on a company at the heart

Ukraine hits more warehouses of Russia's top online retailer Wildberries
Business|Technology|World

Samsung unveils wider foldable phone, hikes prices as chip costs rise

Samsung Electronics on Wednesday unveiled a passport-sized foldable phone and raised prices of two updated foldable models, as it grapples with rising memory

Samsung unveils wider foldable phone, hikes prices as chip costs rise
Environment|Travel|World

The best Brazilian beaches you’ve probably never heard of

The best Brazilian beaches you’ve probably never heard of

The best Brazilian beaches you’ve probably never heard of
Business|Crime|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Taco Rico franchise owner apologizes after racial slur incident at World Cup watch party

Taco Rico franchise owner apologizes after racial slur incident at World Cup watch party

Taco Rico franchise owner apologizes after racial slur incident at World Cup watch party
Americas|Opinion|US|World

The antifa terrorism threat the Trump administration describes does not exist

Antifa is a scattered movement of local collectives that opposes fascism. It has no leader, command hierarchy, funding structure or record of deadly attacks.

The antifa terrorism threat the Trump administration describes does not exist
Finance|Health|Science|Technology|World

Why Americans seeking affordable doctor visits and medicines abroad may misjudge healthcare quality

Traveling to Mexico for routine healthcare can be convenient and affordable – but the cues patients rely on to judge quality of care may differ in important ways.

Why Americans seeking affordable doctor visits and medicines abroad may misjudge healthcare quality
Crime|World

FBI chief hold talks in Cambodia over closer security cooperation to combat online scam crimes

FBI Director Kash Patel has met with Cambodia's prime minister to discuss how to tackle online scams targeting victims worldwide

FBI chief hold talks in Cambodia over closer security cooperation to combat online scam crimes
Business|Political|World

U.S. and Pakistan condemn Houthi Red Sea threats to shipping and Saudi Arabia

The United States and Pakistan have rejected threats by Yemen’s Houthi rebels against Saudi Arabia and shipping in the Red Sea

U.S. and Pakistan condemn Houthi Red Sea threats to shipping and Saudi Arabia
Business|Crime|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Fisherman treads water for hours, miles off Cape Cod before rescue: "We were there for a reason"

Fisherman treads water for hours, miles off Cape Cod before rescue: "We were there for a reason"

Fisherman treads water for hours, miles off Cape Cod before rescue: "We were there for a reason"
Science|Technology|Travel|World

Wreckage of Pan Am plane found 74 years after it crashed off Puerto Rico

Wreckage of Pan Am plane found 74 years after it crashed off Puerto Rico

Wreckage of Pan Am plane found 74 years after it crashed off Puerto Rico
Education|Environment|Health|Science|World

Czech nonprofits applied lessons learned during the COVID-19 pandemic to the Ukrainian refugee crisis – but had little say in key decisions

Researchers found that while authorities have depended on nonprofits to deal with the refugee crisis, many nonprofit leaders had little say in planning and coordination.

Czech nonprofits applied lessons learned during the COVID-19 pandemic to the Ukrainian refugee crisis – but had little say in key decisions
Crime|Political|US|World

In new video, Mamdani acknowledges he doesn’t have authority to arrest Netanyahu

In new video, Mamdani acknowledges he doesn’t have authority to arrest Netanyahu

In new video, Mamdani acknowledges he doesn’t have authority to arrest Netanyahu
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Why a week of protests pushed Zelensky to bring in a younger military chief

Why a week of protests pushed Zelensky to bring in a younger military chief

Why a week of protests pushed Zelensky to bring in a younger military chief
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Lebanon’s prime minister visits shattered border village as deal with Israel begins

Lebanon's prime minister has visited a southern village as a U.S.-brokered agreement with Israel begins implementation

Lebanon’s prime minister visits shattered border village as deal with Israel begins
Crime|Europe|World

Hitler's birthplace begins new life as a police station

The building where Adolf Hitler was born, near the Austrian border with Germany, officially began a new life as a

Hitler's birthplace begins new life as a police station
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Marco Rubio tells diplomats to play down talk of American tech 'kill switch'

U.S.

Marco Rubio tells diplomats to play down talk of American tech 'kill switch'
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Intel results to test if AI-fueled rally has room to run

Intel's results on Thursday will show whether the American chip icon has the numbers to back a Wall Street rally that has sent its shares nearly three times higher this year, as

Intel results to test if AI-fueled rally has room to run
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Too many trucks, too many zeros: Army audit drive exposes flaws as Pentagon nears 2028 goal

From too many zeros to too few, and even the letter 'O' typed in its place, the new systems at the Pentagon have uncovered a trail of mistakes as the

Too many trucks, too many zeros: Army audit drive exposes flaws as Pentagon nears 2028 goal
Asia|Business|Economy|World

US-India trade deal could be signed in 3-4 months, US official says

A long-awaited U.S.-India trade agreement could be signed within the next three to four months, a senior U.S. official said on Wednesday, indicating

US-India trade deal could be signed in 3-4 months, US official says
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Malta's capital hit by power cut as temperatures soar

Malta's capital Valletta was without power on Wednesday, a day after the island's prime minister issued an "unconditional" apology for a wave of power cuts across the

Malta's capital hit by power cut as temperatures soar
Business|Economy|Technology|World

TE Connectivity projects upbeat quarterly results, to buy Astrodyne for $1.4 billion

Electronic equipment maker TE Connectivity on Wednesday forecast fourth-quarter profit and revenue above Wall Street expectations, betting on a boom in demand

TE Connectivity projects upbeat quarterly results, to buy Astrodyne for $1.4 billion
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Rubio meets Wang, discusses laying groundwork for Chinese president's US visit

U.S.

Rubio meets Wang, discusses laying groundwork for Chinese president's US visit
Crime|Political|World

Iran executes man over January protests, judiciary's news agency says

Iran executed a man on charges linked to nationwide protests in January, an opposition group and the Iranian judiciary's official Mizan news agency reported on Wednesday.

Iran executes man over January protests, judiciary's news agency says
Business|Economy|Technology|World

GE Vernova misses core profit estimates as Wind weakness persists

GE Vernova missed Wall Street estimates for second-quarter adjusted core profit on Wednesday as losses in its Wind business widened, overshadowing strong growth in

GE Vernova misses core profit estimates as Wind weakness persists
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

UK's Segro signals support for Prologis' last-ditch $18.8 billion takeover bid

British warehousing group Segro said on Wednesday it was minded to back Prologis' £14 billion ($18.8 billion) takeover bid after investors urged

UK's Segro signals support for Prologis' last-ditch $18.8 billion takeover bid
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|Health|Political|World

Indonesia's Prabowo appoints new chief of troubled free meals agency

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has appointed long-time party loyalist and deputy agriculture minister Sudaryono as the new head of the agency overseeing his

Indonesia's Prabowo appoints new chief of troubled free meals agency
Asia|Crime|Environment|Political|World

Thailand presses on with Cambodia border fence after 2025 clashes

Thailand has completed the first section of a permanent border fence along parts of its frontier with Cambodia,

Thailand presses on with Cambodia border fence after 2025 clashes
Arts|Crime|Europe|World

Louvre's Apollo Gallery reopens with no jewelry on display after heist

The Louvre Museum's Apollo Gallery reopened to visitors on Wednesday without any jewels on display, nine months after a daring robbery of crown jewels

Louvre's Apollo Gallery reopens with no jewelry on display after heist
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Escalating Middle East war could slash global growth to 1.3% in 2026, World Bank chief economist says

Escalating hostilities between the United States and Iran could reignite inflation, drive interest rates higher and knock global growth back to as low

Escalating Middle East war could slash global growth to 1.3% in 2026, World Bank chief economist says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

New US 25% tariff hits billions of dollars in Brazilian exports

A new 25% U.S. tariff will hit a range of Brazilian goods on Wednesday, including farm machinery, wood products, ethanol and apparel, escalating

New US 25% tariff hits billions of dollars in Brazilian exports
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Airbus shares jump as planemaker sets out targets and share buyback

Airbus shares jumped sharply on Wednesday after the European planemaker launched a €5 billion ($5.7 billion)

Airbus shares jump as planemaker sets out targets and share buyback
World

Morocco urges investigation after arrested national dies in Bologna

Morocco's foreign ministry said it was concerned by the death of a national during a police arrest in Bologna in Italy and urged a "thorough investigation".

Morocco urges investigation after arrested national dies in Bologna
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Alphabetting

By Mike Dolan LONDON, July 22 - What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-At-Large, Finance and Markets Oil prices, bond yields and chip stocks were rising in sync again

Alphabetting
Election|Europe|Political|World

Hungary's Orbán declares resistance movement against Magyar government's 'tyranny'

Hungary's former prime minister Viktor Orbán has declared a peaceful “resistance” movement against the country’s new center-right government

Hungary's Orbán declares resistance movement against Magyar government's 'tyranny'
Crime|Political|World

Amnesty International calls for investigation into Pakistani strikes in Kabul

Amnesty International on Wednesday called for an investigation into Pakistani airstrikes in Kabul four months ago, labeling

Amnesty International calls for investigation into Pakistani strikes in Kabul
Business|Economy|Political|World

Separate US talks with Canada, Mexico test North America's trilateral trade pact 

Separate U.S. negotiating tracks for Canada and Mexico are testing a trilateral free trade zone that has

Separate US talks with Canada, Mexico test North America's trilateral trade pact 
Entertainment|Science|Technology|Travel|World

Wreckage found of Pan Am plane crash that helped lead to today's safety briefings on every flight

The wreckage from a Pan Am plane crash in the ocean 74 years ago that helped lead to requirements for the passenger safety briefings on every flight today has been found off the coast of Puerto Rico

Wreckage found of Pan Am plane crash that helped lead to today's safety briefings on every flight
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Ukraine agrees to export drones to US for Pentagon plan, source says

Ukraine has agreed to export drones to the United States to participate in the Pentagon's Drone Dominance programme, a source familiar with the matter told Reuters on

Ukraine agrees to export drones to US for Pentagon plan, source says
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A new front is opening in the Iran war. Oil faces ‘no way out’

A new front is opening in the Iran war. Oil faces ‘no way out’

A new front is opening in the Iran war. Oil faces ‘no way out’
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Houthi Red Sea threat would challenge a stretched US military

A Houthi threat to impose a naval blockade against Saudi Arabia in the Red Sea could significantly widen the Iran war and strain a U.S.

Houthi Red Sea threat would challenge a stretched US military
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Poland, Hungary's foreign worker curbs create headache for business

Facing a choice between upsetting businesses and a public opinion backlash, the Polish and

Poland, Hungary's foreign worker curbs create headache for business
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Fast-moving wildfire in southern France forces hundreds to flee

A fast-moving wildfire that erupted in the Var department in southern France on Tuesday has burned more than 2,500 hectares and forced 400 people to flee their homes, local

Fast-moving wildfire in southern France forces hundreds to flee
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Extreme rainfall threatens north as China enters peak flood season

China has entered its peak flood control period, weather experts said, with extreme rainfall set to increase in frequency and intensity from late July to early August,

Extreme rainfall threatens north as China enters peak flood season
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Australia's Wong says region faces choice about its response to South China Sea 'aggression'

Australia's foreign minister said on Wednesday that Asian countries face a choice in how they respond to instances of aggressive conduct in the South China Sea that were of

Australia's Wong says region faces choice about its response to South China Sea 'aggression'
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Iranian official denies two French diplomats were mistreated

An Iranian foreign ministry official denied on Wednesday that two French diplomats were mistreated by Iranian security personnel who detained them for several hours in

Iranian official denies two French diplomats were mistreated
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South Africa inflation surge sets stage for another rate hike

South African inflation picked up more sharply than expected in June, bolstering expectations that the central bank will deliver a second

South Africa inflation surge sets stage for another rate hike
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UK house prices rose by 2.7% in year to May, ONS data shows

British house prices rose by 2.7% in the year to May, after rising by an

UK house prices rose by 2.7% in year to May, ONS data shows
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Hungary's Viktor Orban urges supporters to stand up against PM Magyar's 'tyranny'

Hungary's former nationalist Prime Minister Viktor Orban, who was ousted after 16 years in power in an election in April, has urged his supporters to restore democracy in

Hungary's Viktor Orban urges supporters to stand up against PM Magyar's 'tyranny'
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UK's Burnham targets cheaper bus fares in cost-of-living drive

Britain's new prime minister, Andy Burnham, said on Wednesday he would cut the price of single bus tickets by up to a third as

UK's Burnham targets cheaper bus fares in cost-of-living drive
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South Korea's Lee to visit South America and Germany, attend AI summit in US

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung will visit San Francisco, Brazil, Chile, Argentina and Germany from July 24 to August 3, the

South Korea's Lee to visit South America and Germany, attend AI summit in US
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Generic drugmaker Sandoz to engage with US after Trump tariff threat

Swiss generic drugmaker Sandoz said on Wednesday it would continue discussions with policymakers after U.S.

Generic drugmaker Sandoz to engage with US after Trump tariff threat
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UK inflation slows in temporary boost for new PM Burnham

British inflation cooled by more than expected last month as a brief de-escalation in the Iran war reduced fuel prices, but the slowdown is likely to offer

UK inflation slows in temporary boost for new PM Burnham
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BOJ on alert to price risks that may lead to faster rate hikes, sources say

The Bank of Japan remains on alert to upside inflation risks that could lead to faster interest rate hikes than markets project, said three sources familiar

BOJ on alert to price risks that may lead to faster rate hikes, sources say