U.S. World Business Lifestyle
Today: June 15, 2026
Today: June 15, 2026

World

Europe|Political|World

Thousands march in Rome in anti- and pro-migration rallies

Tens of thousands of people marched in Rome in rival demonstrations over migration

Thousands march in Rome in anti- and pro-migration rallies
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|US|World

70 seconds, 26 passes and an iconic World Cup moment for the US and Gio Reyna

Gio Reyna's goal might go down as one of the iconic moments of the 2026 World Cup

70 seconds, 26 passes and an iconic World Cup moment for the US and Gio Reyna
Economy|MidEast|Political|World

UK's Starmer, Trump discuss efforts to end Iran conflict

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer discussed efforts to end the Iran conflict during a phone call with U.S. President Donald Trump, Downing Street said on Saturday.

UK's Starmer, Trump discuss efforts to end Iran conflict
Arts|Education|Environment|Political|Science|World

Judge orders Trump administration to restore signs changed at national parks

Judge orders Trump administration to restore signs changed at national parks

Judge orders Trump administration to restore signs changed at national parks
Europe|Political|Travel|World

Trump and Macron will meet over dinner at Versailles palace after G7 summit in France

President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron will meet over dinner at the Palace of Versailles after the upcoming G7 summit of leading industrialized nations in France

Trump and Macron will meet over dinner at Versailles palace after G7 summit in France
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

The World Cup hits full gear on a massive Saturday

The World Cup hits full gear on a massive Saturday

The World Cup hits full gear on a massive Saturday
Europe|World

Ukrainian drone strike kills 1 in southern Russia and triggers fire at sea terminal

A Ukrainian drone attack has killed one person and injured three in Russia’s Krasnodar region, according to local officials

Ukrainian drone strike kills 1 in southern Russia and triggers fire at sea terminal
Crime|Europe|World

Thousands rally in Belfast to condemn anti-immigrant rioting that followed stabbing

Thousands of demonstrators have gathered in Belfast to denounce anti-immigrant rioters

Thousands rally in Belfast to condemn anti-immigrant rioting that followed stabbing
Arts|US|World

Kennedy Center says it has fully removed Trump’s name from its building

Kennedy Center says it has fully removed Trump’s name from its building

Kennedy Center says it has fully removed Trump’s name from its building
Europe|Political|World

Orban re-elected as Fidesz party leader in Hungary despite election loss

Hungary's main opposition Fidesz party re-elected former Prime Minister Viktor Orban as its leader on Saturday for another year despite the party's loss of power in an

Orban re-elected as Fidesz party leader in Hungary despite election loss
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Protesters tear down Albanian development site fences, amid anger over coastal projects

Some 200 protesters on Saturday tore down metal and razor wire fences surrounding a luxury development site on Albania's Adriatic coast, in another sign of growing

Protesters tear down Albanian development site fences, amid anger over coastal projects
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump to meet with Middle East leaders, attend Ukraine session at G7, US officials say

U.S.

Trump to meet with Middle East leaders, attend Ukraine session at G7, US officials say
Economy|World

Starmer tells Rutte UK will publish defence plan before NATO July summit

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer told NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on Saturday he would publish the government's defence investment plan before the alliance's

Starmer tells Rutte UK will publish defence plan before NATO July summit
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Switzerland’s ‘Brexit moment’: Vote on a population cap sets up potential collision with EU

Switzerland’s ‘Brexit moment’: Vote on a population cap sets up potential collision with EU

Switzerland’s ‘Brexit moment’: Vote on a population cap sets up potential collision with EU
Sports|World

Brazil hopes to end a 24-year wait for World Cup glory. The pressure has never been greater

Brazil hopes to end a 24-year wait for World Cup glory. The pressure has never been greater

Brazil hopes to end a 24-year wait for World Cup glory. The pressure has never been greater
Crime|Political|US|World

Top Tren de Aragua leader killed in US military strike, Trump announces

Top Tren de Aragua leader killed in US military strike, Trump announces

Top Tren de Aragua leader killed in US military strike, Trump announces
Political|World

Lebanese army withdraws from southern village after Israeli troops advance nearby

The Lebanese army has withdrawn its troops from a base in a southern village after Israeli forces advanced nearby

Lebanese army withdraws from southern village after Israeli troops advance nearby
Entertainment|Europe|Travel|World

Pope Leo’s plane was grounded. Then the King of Spain stepped in to help

Pope Leo’s plane was grounded. Then the King of Spain stepped in to help

Pope Leo’s plane was grounded. Then the King of Spain stepped in to help
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Iran says signing of Islamabad memorandum will not take place on Sunday

The exact timing of the signing of the Islamabad memorandum will not be on Sunday, Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said, according to state media on Saturday.

Iran says signing of Islamabad memorandum will not take place on Sunday
Entertainment|Sports|World

A perfectly American start to the USA’s 2026 World Cup

A perfectly American start to the USA’s 2026 World Cup

A perfectly American start to the USA’s 2026 World Cup
Business|Crime|Health|Political|World

Melinda French Gates has ‘visceral reaction’ recalling ‘abhorrent’ Epstein in new interview

Melinda French Gates has ‘visceral reaction’ recalling ‘abhorrent’ Epstein in new interview

Melinda French Gates has ‘visceral reaction’ recalling ‘abhorrent’ Epstein in new interview
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

From rockets to brain implants, here's a look at Elon Musk's vast empire

Elon Musk, the world’s richest man and now first-ever trillionaire, controls a lot of different businesses

From rockets to brain implants, here's a look at Elon Musk's vast empire
MidEast|Political|World

Pakistan PM says US-Iran peace deal signing expected within 24 hours

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Saturday that the United States and Iran have agreed to a framework for a peace deal that would end the months-long conflict in the

Pakistan PM says US-Iran peace deal signing expected within 24 hours
Business|Economy|World

China opposes US move to list top firms as military companies

China says it firmly opposes the U.S. adding several prominent Chinese businesses to its list of military-linked companies

China opposes US move to list top firms as military companies
Crime|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Some people are making guns with 3D printers. A new law seeks to cancel their print jobs

Legislation in two of the nation's most populous states could force 3D printers to come equipped with technology blocking them from making guns

Some people are making guns with 3D printers. A new law seeks to cancel their print jobs
MidEast|Political|World

Iran says funeral for late Supreme Leader Khamenei to begin July 4, burial set for July 9

Funeral for Iran's late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei will begin in Tehran on July 4 and conclude with his burial in the northeastern city of Mashhad on July 9, state media

Iran says funeral for late Supreme Leader Khamenei to begin July 4, burial set for July 9
Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

Exclusive: Iran sealed uranium cache and placed mines amid fears of US operation to seize material

Exclusive: Iran sealed uranium cache and placed mines amid fears of US operation to seize material

Exclusive: Iran sealed uranium cache and placed mines amid fears of US operation to seize material
Crime|Sports|Technology|US|World

Drones and lone wolf attacks are key concerns as FBI works to secure 11 World Cup cities

Drones and lone wolf attacks are key concerns as FBI works to secure 11 World Cup cities

Drones and lone wolf attacks are key concerns as FBI works to secure 11 World Cup cities
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Will Trump spend his $350 million war chest to win Texas? Republicans are worried

Republicans want President Donald Trump to put his money where his mouth is: behind his scandal-plagued ally, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton.

Will Trump spend his $350 million war chest to win Texas? Republicans are worried
Crime|Entertainment|Interview|US|World

Life 10 years after Pulse nightclub tragedy

CNN's Carolina Peguero speaks with a survivor of the Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando. Nearly 300 people were at the club when a gunman opened fire.

Life 10 years after Pulse nightclub tragedy
Economy|World

What is the Swiss population cap proposal and what would it mean for Europe?

Switzerland will decide on Sunday on a proposal to cap the population at 10 million in a referendum some have likened to Britain's Brexit vote that could have far-reaching

What is the Swiss population cap proposal and what would it mean for Europe?
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Two phones and an app: How Russians skirt Putin's digital iron curtain

In a quiet cafe popular for its free Wi-Fi and good coffee, a Russian interior designer logs onto a virtual private network so she can chat with friends

Two phones and an app: How Russians skirt Putin's digital iron curtain
Business|Environment|Travel|World

Kushner project being developed on disputed land, Albanian villagers say

When Kostaq Konomi approached what he says is his land on the seafront in southern Albania last month, he was met with a

Kushner project being developed on disputed land, Albanian villagers say
Africa|Crime|Health|Political|World

Al Qaeda-linked militants curb their brutality in seized Malian territory

The meetings have become routine.

Al Qaeda-linked militants curb their brutality in seized Malian territory
Arts|US|World

Trump's name removed from Kennedy Center in predawn operation

Workers stripped U.S.

Trump's name removed from Kennedy Center in predawn operation
Economy|Europe|World

1975 summit at French castle plants seed for future G7 club of wealthy nations

When U.S. President Gerald Ford and leaders of the five other leading democracies gathered at a 14th-century castle outside Paris on Nov. 15, 1975, they planted the seed for what subsequently became the Group of Seven nations

1975 summit at French castle plants seed for future G7 club of wealthy nations
Australia|Crime|Environment|Health|World

Woman mauled by shark off Sydney beach grabs onto a lifeguard's paddleboard

A woman has been critically injured by a shark off a popular Sydney beach

Woman mauled by shark off Sydney beach grabs onto a lifeguard's paddleboard
Crime|Political|World

Trump says US military strike killed leader of Venezuela's Tren de Aragua gang

President Donald Trump said on Friday U.S. forces carried out a strike that killed Hector Rusthenford Guerrero Flores, also known as Niño

Trump says US military strike killed leader of Venezuela's Tren de Aragua gang
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Anthropic disables top-tier AI models after US order limiting foreign access

Anthropic said on Friday it will "abruptly disable" its most advanced AI models for all users after the U.S. government ordered it

Anthropic disables top-tier AI models after US order limiting foreign access
Business|Entertainment|Sports|World

Soccer-US thrash Paraguay in LA to launch home World Cup in style

The United States opened their World Cup campaign with a 4-1 win over Paraguay on Friday, powered by a first-half double from striker Folarin

Soccer-US thrash Paraguay in LA to launch home World Cup in style
Business|Economy|Technology|World

China 'strongly dissatisfied' with Pentagon move against top Chinese tech firms

China is "strongly dissatisfied" with a U.S. move to add several large Chinese companies to the Pentagon's list of firms it

China 'strongly dissatisfied' with Pentagon move against top Chinese tech firms
Australia|Crime|Health|World

Woman seriously injured in shark attack at Sydney beach

A woman swimmer was seriously injured in a shark attack at a Sydney beach on Saturday, authorities said, in the latest of a spate of shark attacks off Australia's coast.

Woman seriously injured in shark attack at Sydney beach
Arts|World

Trump's name poised to be removed from Kennedy Center after court denies last-minute move to keep it

The Kennedy Center is running out of options to keep President Donald Trump’s name on the facade of the iconic performing arts venue

Trump's name poised to be removed from Kennedy Center after court denies last-minute move to keep it
Sports|US|World

Folarin Balogun, who could have played for England or Nigeria, scores 2 for US in World Cup debut

Folarin Balogun chose to play for the U.S. and made a splashy World Cup debut

Folarin Balogun, who could have played for England or Nigeria, scores 2 for US in World Cup debut
Sports|World

Roaring crowds in stars and stripes show up for the US team, and soccer's moment in their country

Roaring crowds wearing stars and stripes came out to support the U.S. men's soccer team in their World Cup opener against Paraguay

Roaring crowds in stars and stripes show up for the US team, and soccer's moment in their country
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump says US military strike killed leader of Tren de Aragua gang with help from Venezuela

President Donald Trump says a “swift and lethal kinetic” U.S. strike has killed Héctor Rusthenford Guerrero Flores, whom he called “the infamous leader” of the Tren de Aragua gang

Trump says US military strike killed leader of Tren de Aragua gang with help from Venezuela
Business|Entertainment|Sports|US|World

US opens its home World Cup with a dynamic 4-1 victory over Paraguay, sparked by Balogun's 2 goals

The U.S. has opened its first home World Cup in 32 years with a dynamic 4-1 victory over Paraguay

US opens its home World Cup with a dynamic 4-1 victory over Paraguay, sparked by Balogun's 2 goals
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

Somaliland says it has a right to choose its relationships as it opens new Taiwan office

Somaliland has a right to choose its own relationships and pressure tactics from Beijing and Mogadishu have not succeeded in altering its friendship with

Somaliland says it has a right to choose its relationships as it opens new Taiwan office
Business|Science|Technology|World

Anthropic says it has taken its latest AI models offline to comply with new export controls

AI giant Anthropic says it has taken its latest artificial intelligence models, known as Fable 5 and Mythos 5, offline to comply with a directive from the Trump administration to prevent their use by foreign nationals

Anthropic says it has taken its latest AI models offline to comply with new export controls
Environment|Science|US|World

Storm threat shifts into the East after tornadoes, winds kill multiple people and level homes in the central US

Storm threat shifts into the East after tornadoes, winds kill multiple people and level homes in the central US

Storm threat shifts into the East after tornadoes, winds kill multiple people and level homes in the central US
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|World

OpenAI under investigation by group of state attorneys general, source says

A coalition of U.S. state attorneys general has opened a sweeping investigation into OpenAI, a source familiar with the matter said on Friday.

OpenAI under investigation by group of state attorneys general, source says
Education|Environment|World

US judge orders halt to Trump administration's 'censorship' of park exhibits

A federal judge ordered the Trump administration on Friday to reinstall exhibits and signs on topics like slavery and climate change that

US judge orders halt to Trump administration's 'censorship' of park exhibits
World

North Korea condemns US missile sale approval to South Korea, KCNA says

North Korea's foreign ministry condemned a U.S. decision to approve the sale of advanced air-to-air missiles and related equipment to South Korea, warning the move would

North Korea condemns US missile sale approval to South Korea, KCNA says
Business|Economy|Entertainment|World

US Justice Department clears Paramount's acquisition of Warner Bros

The U.S.

US Justice Department clears Paramount's acquisition of Warner Bros
Asia|Crime|World

A man was jailed for murder. 15 years after his death, he will get a retrial

A man was jailed for murder. 15 years after his death, he will get a retrial

A man was jailed for murder. 15 years after his death, he will get a retrial
Sports|World

Larin scores in 78th minute to rally Canada to 1-1 draw with Bosnia-Herzegovina in World Cup opener

Late substitute Cyle Larin scored in the 78th minute and co-host Canada earned its first-ever point in a World Cup by rallying for a 1-1 draw against Bosnia-Herzegovina

Larin scores in 78th minute to rally Canada to 1-1 draw with Bosnia-Herzegovina in World Cup opener
Crime|Health|US|World

Shooter kills 1 and injures 10 in Texas days after firing at a police officer, officials say

Authorities in Texas say a man who opened fire in a shooting that left one dead and 10 injured had shot at police just days earlier during a chase

Shooter kills 1 and injures 10 in Texas days after firing at a police officer, officials say
Business|Science|Technology|World

Zuckerberg says Meta made 'mistakes' in AI workforce shift

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has told employees that the social media giant has made mistakes in its AI transformation of its workforce, according to an internal memo

Zuckerberg says Meta made 'mistakes' in AI workforce shift
Business|Economy|Political|World

UAE to unlock billions of dollars for Iran, sources say

The United Arab Emirates has agreed to unlock billions of dollars for Iran, four sources said, in a tactical shift

UAE to unlock billions of dollars for Iran, sources say
Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Ben James takes lead in Canada in his pro debut

Ben James is making quite the impression in his professional debut

Ben James takes lead in Canada in his pro debut
Asia|Crime|Education|Political|World

US scholar with history of activism in Myanmar arrested in China on suspicion of espionage

Chinese authorities have arrested an American scholar on suspicion of espionage

US scholar with history of activism in Myanmar arrested in China on suspicion of espionage
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Díaz-Canel announces economic reforms to attract investment and involve Cubans abroad

Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel has announced economic reforms to attract investment and involve Cubans abroad in the economy

Díaz-Canel announces economic reforms to attract investment and involve Cubans abroad
Arts|Political|Sports|World

The Latest: Pakistan says US and Iran agree on ‘final’ text of a peace deal

Pakistan's prime minister says the United States and Iran have agreed on a final text for a peace deal

The Latest: Pakistan says US and Iran agree on ‘final’ text of a peace deal
Environment|Travel|US|World

Tornadoes pummel communities outside Chicago, tearing up homes and toppling power poles

At least three tornadoes have battered communities outside Chicago, leveling homes and ripping down trees and power poles

Tornadoes pummel communities outside Chicago, tearing up homes and toppling power poles
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Migrants deported from US, including an Iranian woman, arrive in Central African Republic

Attorneys say an Iranian woman is among a group of people who have been deported to the Central African Republic from the United States

Migrants deported from US, including an Iranian woman, arrive in Central African Republic
Americas|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Interview|Lifestyle|Sports|Videos|World

King Charles appoints actor Helen Mirren to a select group in his birthday honors list

Helen Mirren, one of the world’s most acclaimed actors, has joined a select group of people recognized by King Charles III for their “major contribution” to British life

King Charles appoints actor Helen Mirren to a select group in his birthday honors list
Sports|US|World

Spurs fans still believe they can overcome 3-1 deficit against Knicks to capture 6th NBA title

San Antonio Spurs fans have been here before, and they’re not going anywhere

Spurs fans still believe they can overcome 3-1 deficit against Knicks to capture 6th NBA title
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Japanese investors sought more than $6.2 billion worth of SpaceX shares at IPO, sources say

Japanese investors were willing to subscribe to more than 1 trillion yen ($6.2 billion) of shares in SpaceX's record-breaking IPO, two

Japanese investors sought more than $6.2 billion worth of SpaceX shares at IPO, sources say
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Dom Perignon, moon pies and fortunes flow as Wall Street feted SpaceX's historic IPO

The first day of SpaceX trading is over. Now, the parties begin.

Dom Perignon, moon pies and fortunes flow as Wall Street feted SpaceX's historic IPO
Economy|Political|World

U.S., Iran signal peace deal near as Tehran claims victory

The United States and Iran signalled on Friday that an agreement to end their war was close, with a senior

U.S., Iran signal peace deal near as Tehran claims victory
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Taiwan opposition leader seeks to ease US concerns over China stance

The leader of Taiwan's main opposition party said on Friday that she had used a visit to the U.S.  to correct "many misunderstandings" about her pro

Taiwan opposition leader seeks to ease US concerns over China stance
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

Exxon Mobil set to place Alex Volkov as head of global trading, sources say

Exxon Mobil was poised to name Alex Volkov as head of global trading, two sources with knowledge of the matter said. 

Exxon Mobil set to place Alex Volkov as head of global trading, sources say
Sports|World

Canada draws level with Bosnia in second half of co-host’s World Cup opener

Canada draws level with Bosnia in second half of co-host’s World Cup opener

Canada draws level with Bosnia in second half of co-host’s World Cup opener
Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World

US Democratic lawmakers pledge to help speed up disaster recovery in Puerto Rico

A group of U.S. Democratic lawmakers have promised Puerto Ricans that they would try to speed up the island’s sluggish recovery from destructive hurricanes and earthquakes, a process that relies heavily on federal funds

US Democratic lawmakers pledge to help speed up disaster recovery in Puerto Rico
Political|US|World

Taiwan's opposition leader touts talks with China as necessary for peace during US trip

Taiwan’s Beijing-friendly opposition leader says her party is committed to defense of the self-ruled island that China views as its own but that peace is possible by taking permanent secession off the table

Taiwan's opposition leader touts talks with China as necessary for peace during US trip
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

US stocks rise after oil prices ease and SpaceX soars in its debut on Wall Street

U.S. stocks rose after oil prices fell again, and SpaceX soared in its highly anticipated debut on Wall Street

US stocks rise after oil prices ease and SpaceX soars in its debut on Wall Street
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|US|World

The NBA Finals have been close. Still, Knicks are in command and need 1 win over Spurs for the title

The final moments in each of the first four games between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs in these NBA Finals had much in common

The NBA Finals have been close. Still, Knicks are in command and need 1 win over Spurs for the title
Business|Election|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

'Democrats want to win': Platner's support reflects a changing party in the Trump era

Democrats are rallying behind Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner despite a series of controversies that might have derailed a Democratic campaign during the height of the #MeToo movement

'Democrats want to win': Platner's support reflects a changing party in the Trump era
Africa|Crime|Sports|World

Visa denial sidelines Thomas Partey for Ghana’s World Cup opener against Panama in Toronto

Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey will not play in his team's World Cup opener Wednesday after Canada denied his visa application while he awaits trial in London on multiple charges of rape

Visa denial sidelines Thomas Partey for Ghana’s World Cup opener against Panama in Toronto
Political|Science|Technology|World

New UFO files describe spinning discs, glowing orbs and one object shaped like a potato

New UFO files have been released by the Trump administration that include several vivid descriptions of mysterious sightings in the sky

New UFO files describe spinning discs, glowing orbs and one object shaped like a potato
Europe|Political|World

EU envoys agree to first phase of membership talks for Ukraine and Moldova

Ambassadors from the European Union's 27 countries agreed on Friday to advance membership talks with Ukraine and Moldova, with the first phase of negotiations set to

EU envoys agree to first phase of membership talks for Ukraine and Moldova
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World

Main provisions of the 2015 Iran nuclear deal abandoned by Trump

The U.S. says it is close to signing a peace deal that would end the three-month-old war with Iran, though terms have not yet been made public.

Main provisions of the 2015 Iran nuclear deal abandoned by Trump
Africa|Political|World

Congolese security forces disperse protesters opposing constitutional change

Security forces in the Democratic Republic of Congo dispersed a crowd outside the parliament building in Kinshasa on Friday, witnesses and opposition politicians said, as

Congolese security forces disperse protesters opposing constitutional change
Africa|Business|Crime|Political|World

South African president seeks to stop impeachment probe over 'Farmgate' scandal

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa filed an urgent court application on Friday to try to stop a parliamentary impeachment process from starting to probe

South African president seeks to stop impeachment probe over 'Farmgate' scandal
Economy|Political|World

Iran deal very close, signing possible in coming days, US official says

Negotiators for the United States and Iran are close to the finish line of a deal aimed at ending their three-month war and it could

Iran deal very close, signing possible in coming days, US official says
Europe|World

Hungary's Tisza party submits bill to overhaul public media

Hungary's ruling Tisza party submitted legislation on Friday to overhaul public media, which critics at home and abroad say became a government mouthpiece under former

Hungary's Tisza party submits bill to overhaul public media
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Wall Street ends higher as SpaceX's market debut dominates

U.S. stocks ended higher on Friday as investors held out hope for a peace deal between Iran and the United States and as SpaceX shares

Wall Street ends higher as SpaceX's market debut dominates
Business|Economy|World

Stocks rise as SpaceX makes market debut; oil slides on Gulf peace hopes

MSCI's global equities index rose on Friday with Wall Street ending modestly higher as shares of Elon Musk's SpaceX soared in their

Stocks rise as SpaceX makes market debut; oil slides on Gulf peace hopes
Business|Political|US|World

US judge indefinitely blocks Trump's 'anti-weaponization' fund

A U.S. judge indefinitely blocked a $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization" fund supported by President Donald Trump on Friday,

US judge indefinitely blocks Trump's 'anti-weaponization' fund
Political|Sports|World

Soccer-Iran team chief slams FIFA’s 'lack of coordination' on visa issues

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has failed to deliver on promises to secure full access for the Iranian soccer federation to attend the team's three

Soccer-Iran team chief slams FIFA’s 'lack of coordination' on visa issues
Crime|US|World

Group of Epstein survivors announce opposition to Todd Blanche’s attorney general nomination

Epstein survivor Liz Stein joins The Lead.

Group of Epstein survivors announce opposition to Todd Blanche’s attorney general nomination
Economy|MidEast|Political|World

As officials again say Iran war could soon end, some Trump objectives are unfulfilled

President Donald Trump says the U.S. is close to signing a deal with Iran to wind down the war, with a memorandum of understanding to be signed in Europe as soon as this weekend

As officials again say Iran war could soon end, some Trump objectives are unfulfilled
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|World

What's happening with the contested ballots in Peru's election?

The initial count has finished in Peru's runoff presidential election, but now the lengthy process of reviewing contested ballots is under way by

What's happening with the contested ballots in Peru's election?
Business|Economy|Europe|Travel|World

EU countries agree to maintain compensation paid to passengers for flight delays

European Union countries agreed on Friday to maintain the current three-hour flight delay threshold for compensation in the EU's next set of airline passenger rights and

EU countries agree to maintain compensation paid to passengers for flight delays
MidEast|Political|US|World

Since March, Trump has repeatedly said the Iran war will end soon

U.S.

Since March, Trump has repeatedly said the Iran war will end soon
Economy|Europe|World

Bank of Italy trims Italy 2027 growth outlook, forecasts inflation jump

The Italian economy will grow by 0.6% this year and 0.4% in 2027, the country's central bank said on Friday, confirming its previous estimate for 2026 but trimming next

Bank of Italy trims Italy 2027 growth outlook, forecasts inflation jump
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Brazil unveils subsidized motorcycle credit program for app-based delivery drivers

Brazil's government on Friday launched a subsidized credit program for app-based delivery drivers to purchase motorcycles, in a fresh move to boost demand and support a

Brazil unveils subsidized motorcycle credit program for app-based delivery drivers
Europe|Travel|World

Pope borrows King of Spain's jet to return to Vatican after technical issue

Pope Leo boarded a Falcon jet offered by the King of Spain after a technical issue grounded the larger papal plane on the island of Tenerife,

Pope borrows King of Spain's jet to return to Vatican after technical issue
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World

Putin says Russia developing satellite-based drone control system, Ifax says

Russia is developing a satellite-based system for controlling combat drones, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday during a meeting with military officials, the Interfax

Putin says Russia developing satellite-based drone control system, Ifax says
Europe|Political|World

Israeli, Palestinian civil society groups meet in France as two-state hopes dim

Israeli and Palestinian civil society groups delivered an appeal in France on Friday to urge the international community not to abandon a two-state solution,

Israeli, Palestinian civil society groups meet in France as two-state hopes dim
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Private credit roundup: Reflecting on funding stress in Berlin

Senior executives in the private markets sector pointed to weaker incomes and challenges raising money at the industry's largest annual conference in Berlin this week,

Private credit roundup: Reflecting on funding stress in Berlin
Business|Entertainment|Political|Sports|World

Judge rules Trump can stage UFC fights on the White House's South Lawn this weekend

A federal judge has ruled the White House is allowed to stage a UFC show this weekend in an elaborate ring already built on the South Lawn to celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary — on President Donald Trump’s 80th birthday

Judge rules Trump can stage UFC fights on the White House's South Lawn this weekend
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Europe|Finance|Lifestyle|Opinion|Political|Science|Technology|Travel|World

Ahead of G7, Canada's Carney softens tone toward Trump with trade talks at stake

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to be more muted in his criticism of U.S. President Donald Trump at an upcoming summit in Europe

Ahead of G7, Canada's Carney softens tone toward Trump with trade talks at stake
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

What Elon Musk's trillion means in real terms

Catapulted by the market debut of his rocket company SpaceX, Elon Musk is now the world's first trillionaire

What Elon Musk's trillion means in real terms
Technology|World

A key US government surveillance program is set to expire. A look at what that means

A key surveillance tool seen as vital in preventing terror attacks and catching foreign spies is set to expire after congressional efforts to temporarily extend it failed in bipartisan fashion

A key US government surveillance program is set to expire. A look at what that means
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Jan. 6 debanking probe once floated as way to pad anti-weaponization fund

Jan. 6 debanking probe once floated as way to pad anti-weaponization fund

Jan. 6 debanking probe once floated as way to pad anti-weaponization fund
Entertainment|Political|Sports|US|World

Judge rejects bid to stop UFC fight at White House

Judge rejects bid to stop UFC fight at White House

Judge rejects bid to stop UFC fight at White House
Crime|Europe|World

Pope tells traffickers of migrants in the Canary Islands: Stop, repent or face God's wrath

Pope Leo XIV is warning human traffickers that they will face God’s wrath for exploiting the desperation of migrants

Pope tells traffickers of migrants in the Canary Islands: Stop, repent or face God's wrath
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Dollar steadies, set for weekly loss on US-Iran deal talks

The dollar steadied on Friday but remained on track for a weekly loss, as markets monitored negotiations over a deal that could end the Middle East

Dollar steadies, set for weekly loss on US-Iran deal talks
Political|US|World

Trump says Iran's leaked deal terms are untrue

The United States on Friday denied it has made major concessions to Iran and said an emerging pact was designed to ensure

Trump says Iran's leaked deal terms are untrue
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Brent falls to lowest since March on expected peace deal

Brent crude prices fell to their lowest levels since early March as traders grew more confident about an imminent peace agreement between the U.S. and Iran.

Brent falls to lowest since March on expected peace deal
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US consumer sentiment pushes off record lows as gasoline prices ease

U.S. consumer sentiment bounced off record lows in early June as easing gasoline prices offered households some relief, though concerns about

US consumer sentiment pushes off record lows as gasoline prices ease
Environment|Science|Technology|World

A submersible ride revealed a vast whale graveyard. And it holds more than just bones

A submersible ride revealed a vast whale graveyard. And it holds more than just bones

A submersible ride revealed a vast whale graveyard. And it holds more than just bones
Business|Europe|Science|Technology|World

Google to challenge German ruling saying it is liable for AI-generated false claims

Alphabet's Google will appeal a German court ruling which said it is legally liable for false claims appearing in AI Overviews, the U.S. tech company said

Google to challenge German ruling saying it is liable for AI-generated false claims
Business|Finance|Sports|Stock Markets|World

Soccer-Empty seats at World Cup match renews concerns over ticket prices

FIFA reported an attendance of 44,985 for Thursday's World Cup match between South Korea and the Czech Republic in

Soccer-Empty seats at World Cup match renews concerns over ticket prices
Crime|Technology|World

Iran-born engineer wins bail ahead of U.S. tech export trial

A U.S. judge on Thursday allowed an Iranian-born engineer to be released on bail just days before his trial on charges that he conspired to illegally export

Iran-born engineer wins bail ahead of U.S. tech export trial
Business|Crime|Economy|Travel|World

American Airlines to resume US flights to Haiti in November

American Airlines said Friday it will resume flights to Haiti on November 1 after major U.S. carriers suspended service to the Caribbean nation in

American Airlines to resume US flights to Haiti in November
Crime|Political|US|World

Judge says she doesn’t believe ‘anti-weaponization’ fund is dead; extends order blocking it

Judge says she doesn’t believe ‘anti-weaponization’ fund is dead; extends order blocking it

Judge says she doesn’t believe ‘anti-weaponization’ fund is dead; extends order blocking it
World

Exclusive: US military rushed to prepare ground mission to capture Iran’s uranium, but Trump paused it, sources say

Exclusive: US military rushed to prepare ground mission to capture Iran’s uranium, but Trump paused it, sources say

Exclusive: US military rushed to prepare ground mission to capture Iran’s uranium, but Trump paused it, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Judge extends block on Trump's $1.8 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund'

A federal judge in Virginia has extended a court-ordered block on the Trump administration’s $1.8 billion settlement fund for compensating people who claim to be victims of a weaponized government

Judge extends block on Trump's $1.8 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund'
Arts|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Travel|World

A viral photo of Pope Leo XIV and a Barcelona boy sparked an emotional search for his family

Pope Leo XIV shared a touching moment with a 7-year-old boy, captured by AP photographer Emilio Morenatti

A viral photo of Pope Leo XIV and a Barcelona boy sparked an emotional search for his family
Business|Economy|Environment|Travel|World

Iran war is straining African airlines, industry body warns

The war in Iran is driving up jet fuel prices, worsening supply strains for African airlines

Iran war is straining African airlines, industry body warns
Africa|Crime|Political|World

US deports Iranian pro-democracy activist to Central African Republic, lawyer says

The United States has deported an Iranian pro-democracy activist to Central African Republic, her lawyer said on Friday, describing it as a "super

US deports Iranian pro-democracy activist to Central African Republic, lawyer says
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Gold's record rally falters as bulls run into Fed rate expectations, stronger dollar

Expectations for U.S. monetary tightening and a strong dollar have taken some wind out of the "perfect storm" powering an upswing in gold since 2023,

Gold's record rally falters as bulls run into Fed rate expectations, stronger dollar
Crime|Health|World

Man jailed in UK for encouraging US suicide via Discord chat platform

A British man was jailed on Friday for encouraging the suicide of a vulnerable 21-year-old man in the U.S. during an online video call in which the victim was urged to

Man jailed in UK for encouraging US suicide via Discord chat platform
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Lost Gulf oil exports far smaller than thought, traders and shippers say

Since the start of the Iran war and Tehran's announcement that the Strait of Hormuz was "closed", the market has grappled to put a

Lost Gulf oil exports far smaller than thought, traders and shippers say
Business|Economy|Political|World

Iranians endure war fatigue and soaring prices as conflict deepens domestic woes

Iranians are living between confusion and exhaustion as the country and its economy are squeezed between war and multiplying crises at home

Iranians endure war fatigue and soaring prices as conflict deepens domestic woes
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

Tired of chaos, investors retreat from oil market at record pace

The extreme volatility of global oil prices has drained liquidity from the market this year at the fastest pace on record, as

Tired of chaos, investors retreat from oil market at record pace
Health|Political|Science|Technology|World

Gabbard rescinds Biden-era intel assessments that were skeptical about ‘Havana Syndrome’

Gabbard rescinds Biden-era intel assessments that were skeptical about ‘Havana Syndrome’

Gabbard rescinds Biden-era intel assessments that were skeptical about ‘Havana Syndrome’
Business|Economy|World

BP starts process to sell stakes in two Gulf of Mexico projects, sources say

British oil major BP has started a process to sell stakes in two of its Gulf of Mexico projects, four people with knowledge of the matter said, in what would be one of new

BP starts process to sell stakes in two Gulf of Mexico projects, sources say
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Embraer's Eve vows to spend cautiously, eyes 2028 'flying car' certification

Embraer-controlled electric aircraft maker Eve vowed on Friday to spend money in a cautious manner as it eyes a 2028 certification

Embraer's Eve vows to spend cautiously, eyes 2028 'flying car' certification
Business|Economy|Europe|World

US to give Poland new $4 billion loan for arms purchases, PAP reports

The U.S. will give Poland a new $4 billion loan from the Foreign Military Financing programme, U.S.

US to give Poland new $4 billion loan for arms purchases, PAP reports
Business|Political|World

Indians grieve and call for action after US strike kills sailors

Sushila Devi sat sobbing on the floor of her house in Deoria, northern India after authorities told her that her husband was

Indians grieve and call for action after US strike kills sailors
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine hikes military pay and seeks more foreign fighters, Zelenskiy says

Ukraine will hike military wages and seek to recruit more fighters abroad, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Friday, as the army faces a manpower

Ukraine hikes military pay and seeks more foreign fighters, Zelenskiy says
Business|Europe|Technology|World

EU asylum database malfunctions on migration pact launch day

The European Union's central asylum database, Eurodac, suffered a technical malfunction on Friday, the day the bloc's landmark migration and asylum pact went into force,

EU asylum database malfunctions on migration pact launch day
Business|Economy|Technology|World

UN labour organisation sets first global gig work standards

The International Labour Organization agreed on Friday to adopt the first binding employment standards for gig workers in sectors such as ride-hailing

UN labour organisation sets first global gig work standards
Business|Travel|World

Airlines resume some Middle East flights but disruption continues

Some airlines are gradually restoring some flights to the Middle East although most suspensions are still in force after the U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran in February, disrupting

Airlines resume some Middle East flights but disruption continues
Travel|World

Airlines resume some Middle East flights but disruption continues

Some airlines are gradually restoring some flights to the Middle East although most suspensions are still in force after the U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran in February, disrupting

Airlines resume some Middle East flights but disruption continues
Science|Technology|US|World

New Pentagon UFO file reveals glowing orbs in US Northeast

The Pentagon released a third tranche of previously classified files on alleged UFO sightings on Friday, which include reports of glowing, sometimes red, orbs seen by

New Pentagon UFO file reveals glowing orbs in US Northeast
Business|Economy|World

US military helping move 7 million barrels of oil per day out of Persian Gulf, Wright says

Roughly 7 million barrels a day of oil are getting out of the Persian Gulf with U.S. military help, Energy Secretary Chris Wright said

US military helping move 7 million barrels of oil per day out of Persian Gulf, Wright says
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Venezuela says oil spill from Trinidad and Tobago could hurt fishing, environment

Venezuela's government said on Friday that an oil spill originating from Trinidad and Tobago is putting fishing as well as the

Venezuela says oil spill from Trinidad and Tobago could hurt fishing, environment
Sports|World

It’s the USA’s time to shine at the World Cup

It’s the USA’s time to shine at the World Cup

It’s the USA’s time to shine at the World Cup
Crime|US|World

Supreme Court nixes Alabama request for nitrogen execution, which lower court ruled unconstitutional

The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to let Alabama execute a man with nitrogen gas

Supreme Court nixes Alabama request for nitrogen execution, which lower court ruled unconstitutional
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Consumer sentiment rises for the first time in three months

Consumer sentiment rises for the first time in three months

Consumer sentiment rises for the first time in three months
Crime|Education|Europe|Political|World

ICE takedown in view of young children at school leaves 2 detained and backlash roiling in Baltimore

ICE takedown in view of young children at school leaves 2 detained and backlash roiling in Baltimore

ICE takedown in view of young children at school leaves 2 detained and backlash roiling in Baltimore
Economy|Political|World

Iran’s ‘accidental’ president has survived the war. Peace may be a tougher challenge

Iran’s ‘accidental’ president has survived the war. Peace may be a tougher challenge

Iran’s ‘accidental’ president has survived the war. Peace may be a tougher challenge
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine hits fuel supplies to Crimea, sparking a fuel crisis on the Russian-held peninsula

In a new blow to the Kremlin’s narrative that Moscow is winning the 4-year-old war in Ukraine, Kyiv’s forces have targeted fuel supplies to the Crimean Peninsula

Ukraine hits fuel supplies to Crimea, sparking a fuel crisis on the Russian-held peninsula
Europe|Political|World

Keir Starmer says he's staying put after defense secretary's departure hammers his authority

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is vowing to fight for his position after the sudden resignation of the defense secretary

Keir Starmer says he's staying put after defense secretary's departure hammers his authority
Sports|World

Canada is ready to become a soccer nation as it hosts World Cup opener against Bosnia-Herzegovina

The World Cup is drawing attention to soccer's growing popularity in Canada

Canada is ready to become a soccer nation as it hosts World Cup opener against Bosnia-Herzegovina
Political|Sports|World

Head of Palestinian soccer says he wasn't granted US visa to attend World Cup

The United States has not given a visa to the head of the Palestinian Football Association even though FIFA typically invites the heads of each national federation to attend the World Cup

Head of Palestinian soccer says he wasn't granted US visa to attend World Cup
Business|Economy|Political|Stock Markets|World

UK shares clock weekly gains as Iran-US peace deal hopes push oil price lower

UK shares gained in a broad-based rally on Friday amid growing hoping of a peace agreement between Iran and the U.S., which sent crude

UK shares clock weekly gains as Iran-US peace deal hopes push oil price lower
Americas|Arts|Europe|Sports|World

A Bosnian song about disillusionment with the American Dream becomes a World Cup banger

The opening lyrics couldn’t be plainer: “I am from Bosnia; take me to America.”

A Bosnian song about disillusionment with the American Dream becomes a World Cup banger
Business|Travel|World

Fire disrupts flights at New Zealand's Wellington airport

A fire broke out at Wellington Airport in New Zealand on Friday, forcing evacuations from the main terminal and causing flight diversions before it was extinguished.

Fire disrupts flights at New Zealand's Wellington airport
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Spain opens new probe into ex-PM Zapatero over jewellery found in office

A Spanish High Court judge investigating former Prime Minister Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero for suspected corruption has opened a separate probe over jewellery found during

Spain opens new probe into ex-PM Zapatero over jewellery found in office
Business|Crime|Europe|World

Sicily By Car founder under police protection after arson attacks

The founder and chairman of Italian car rental company Sicily by Car, Tommaso Dragotto, said in an interview on Friday he had been given a police escort after a string of

Sicily By Car founder under police protection after arson attacks
Election|Europe|World

UK PM Starmer says he has not lost authority, will fight to stay in job

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Friday rejected the idea that he had lost authority in his role, and said he would fight to keep his job, adding that anyone who

UK PM Starmer says he has not lost authority, will fight to stay in job
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Be careful what you Warsh for

The Federal Reserve holds its first meeting with Kevin Warsh in charge, Donald Trump is due to meet other world leaders in France having just struck a framework peace deal

Be careful what you Warsh for
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Brazil's inflation accelerates in May, tops target range ahead of rate decision

Brazil's consumer inflation accelerated more than expected in May, official data showed on Friday, breaching the top of the

Brazil's inflation accelerates in May, tops target range ahead of rate decision
Business|Economy|World

Shell pauses $3 billion share buyback ahead of ARC acquisition vote

Shell said on Friday it was pausing its $3 billion share buyback programme through July 14, citing securities law requirements linked to its pending $

Shell pauses $3 billion share buyback ahead of ARC acquisition vote
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

S&P, Dow open higher on Mideast deal hopes; SpaceX debut in focus

The benchmark S&P 500 and the blue-chip Dow opened higher on Friday, underpinned by hopes for an imminent Middle East peace deal, while investors geared up for the market debut of

S&P, Dow open higher on Mideast deal hopes; SpaceX debut in focus
Business|World

Air India crash: one year on, no final report timeline as families seek answers

Indian investigators said on Friday they were still analysing evidence from last year's Air India Boeing 787 crash and

Air India crash: one year on, no final report timeline as families seek answers
Arts|Business|Political|US|World

Trump administration appeals judge’s ruling over removing president’s name from Kennedy Center

Trump administration appeals judge’s ruling over removing president’s name from Kennedy Center

Trump administration appeals judge’s ruling over removing president’s name from Kennedy Center
Europe|Political|US|World

NATO weighs options to defend Europe as the US plans for conflict elsewhere

NATO’s top military officer is considering new plans to defend Europe if Russia attacks

NATO weighs options to defend Europe as the US plans for conflict elsewhere
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|US|World

Knicks fever is colliding with World Cup buzz, and New York soccer bars are trying to juggle both

In most nations hosting the World Cup, soccer is a fixation

Knicks fever is colliding with World Cup buzz, and New York soccer bars are trying to juggle both
Sports|World

Hurricanes' top-line performers come through as Carolina moves within a win of claiming Stanley Cup

The Carolina Hurricanes got the needed uptick in production from top-line forwards Andrei Svechnikov and Sebastian Aho to move within a victory of claiming the Stanley Cup

Hurricanes' top-line performers come through as Carolina moves within a win of claiming Stanley Cup
Crime|Education|Opinion|World

The Constitution promises an interpreter for fair trials – US courts often can’t deliver

Federal protections promise a fair trial in a language you understand, but for millions who speak lesser-known languages, courts can’t keep that promise.

The Constitution promises an interpreter for fair trials – US courts often can’t deliver
Africa|Crime|World

Niger military junta introduces new penal code criminalizing homosexuality with 5-10 years in prison

Niger's military junta has introduced a new penal code that criminalizes homosexuality

Niger military junta introduces new penal code criminalizing homosexuality with 5-10 years in prison
Americas|Asia|Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Macron once had a knack for managing Trump. The G7 may test it

The relationship between U.S. President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron began with a handshake nearly a decade ago

Macron once had a knack for managing Trump. The G7 may test it
Environment|Science|World

El Niño is back, and ocean temperatures are already near record highs – that can spell disaster for fish and corals

El Niño can trigger intense periods of extreme ocean warming known as marine heat waves that can devastate marine life.

El Niño is back, and ocean temperatures are already near record highs – that can spell disaster for fish and corals
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

Trump’s AI security order acknowledges risks but stops short of regulating industry

The executive order is voluntary for AI companies but aligns with AI safety experts on the potential for harm.

Trump’s AI security order acknowledges risks but stops short of regulating industry
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

India's May retail inflation rises to 3.93% on year

India's retail inflation rose to 3.93% year-over-year in May from 3.48% in April, driven by higher food and fuel costs, government data showed on Friday, as the outlook continued

India's May retail inflation rises to 3.93% on year
Economy|Education|Political|World

Students in anti-Prabowo protests say Indonesia 'heading' for bankruptcy

Hundreds of Indonesian students rallied in Jakarta on Friday to protest the spending priorities of President Prabowo Subianto's

Students in anti-Prabowo protests say Indonesia 'heading' for bankruptcy
Crime|Political|World

Prosecutor Khan's suspension prolongs International Criminal Court's woes

This week's suspension of International Criminal Court lead prosecutor Karim Khan for alleged sexual misconduct sets the

Prosecutor Khan's suspension prolongs International Criminal Court's woes
Political|Sports|US|World

Trump's grand sporting season begins with UFC fights on White House lawn

President Donald Trump's run of high-profile sporting events begins this week in Washington, with the U.S. leader eager to project an image of strength

Trump's grand sporting season begins with UFC fights on White House lawn
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump's allies have another plan to pay 'weaponization' victims

While the Justice Department has said it has abandoned plans for President Donald Trump's proposed $1.8 billion "weaponization" fund, some of his

Trump's allies have another plan to pay 'weaponization' victims
Europe|Science|Technology|World

Ukraine's defence AI chief predicts 'new paradigm' of warfare

Warfare in Ukraine and beyond faces a paradigm shift in the coming years as artificial intelligence systems integrate into unified networks that speed up

Ukraine's defence AI chief predicts 'new paradigm' of warfare
Health|Science|World

'Blind spots' could hide full spread of Congo's Ebola outbreak, WHO suggests

There are many "blind spots" in the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, a World Health Organization expert said on Friday, suggesting the spread of the

'Blind spots' could hide full spread of Congo's Ebola outbreak, WHO suggests
Africa|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Pope Leo warns Europe’s migrant traffickers to repent or face hell

Pope Leo on Friday issued a stern warning to human traffickers and criminal groups who exploit desperate migrants trying to reach

Pope Leo warns Europe’s migrant traffickers to repent or face hell
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Chips and ships

From the Editor Hello Morning Bid readers! 

Chips and ships
Business|Science|Technology|World

Tech executives to attend G7 summit as leaders address AI, online safety

AI executives from Anthropic, OpenAI, Google and Mistral AI are expected to attend next week's G7 summit, said officials from France, which is crafting an agenda aimed at

Tech executives to attend G7 summit as leaders address AI, online safety
Political|World

Hezbollah confident any US-Iran deal will include Lebanon, politician says

Hezbollah is confident that Iran will insist on Lebanon being included in a deal with the United States, a leading Hezbollah politician said on Friday, as hopes grew for an

Hezbollah confident any US-Iran deal will include Lebanon, politician says
Business|Economy|Political|World

Kazakhstan’s ruling party announces merger with pro-Tokayev upstart

Kazakhstan's ruling Amanat party said on Friday it is merging itself into a party created earlier this year by allies of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev ahead of

Kazakhstan’s ruling party announces merger with pro-Tokayev upstart
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|World

Bank of England to hold interest rates this year but strong minority see a hike: Reuters poll

The Bank of England will leave its key interest rate unchanged at 3.75% on June 18, according to all 65 economists polled by Reuters, who remained

Bank of England to hold interest rates this year but strong minority see a hike: Reuters poll
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

China's new loans miss forecasts in May as property slump curbs demand

China's new bank lending rose less than expected in May after contracting the previous month, as a prolonged property downturn continued to weigh on household borrowing.

China's new loans miss forecasts in May as property slump curbs demand
Europe|World

EU overhaul to toughen migration rules takes effect, though doubts remain about impact

An overhaul of immigration and asylum policy enters into force across the European Union on Friday, a decade in the making, as EU countries have come

EU overhaul to toughen migration rules takes effect, though doubts remain about impact
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

U.S. equity funds record first weekly outflow in three weeks

Investors pulled money out of U.S. equity funds in the week to June 10 on caution over a market selloff and expectatons that the Federal Reserve would stay hawkish for longer, but

U.S. equity funds record first weekly outflow in three weeks
Business|Crime|Economy|World

Brazil refiners fueled scheme linked to U.S.-designated terrorist group, source and documents show

Brazilian refineries sold over 100 million liters of naphtha to a firm investigated in an alleged fraud scheme

Brazil refiners fueled scheme linked to U.S.-designated terrorist group, source and documents show
Business|Economy|Finance|World

India's inflation accelerates to 3.93% in May, remains a tad below RBI target

India's retail inflation rose to 3.93% in May, driven by higher food and fuel costs, government data showed on Friday, while risks

India's inflation accelerates to 3.93% in May, remains a tad below RBI target
Health|Science|World

Ebola outbreak spreads to crowded displacement camp in Congo

The U.N. refugee agency confirmed the first Ebola-related deaths in a displacement camp in eastern Congo, as aid workers warned of a

Ebola outbreak spreads to crowded displacement camp in Congo
Business|Economy|Technology|World

South Korea's SK Hynix to opt for Nasdaq for planned US listing, sources say

South Korean memory chipmaker SK Hynix is looking to choose the Nasdaq for its planned U.S. listing, two sources familiar with

South Korea's SK Hynix to opt for Nasdaq for planned US listing, sources say
Travel|World

The underground tunnel village where Vietnamese people lived for years to hide from war

The underground tunnel village where Vietnamese people lived for years to hide from war

The underground tunnel village where Vietnamese people lived for years to hide from war
Business|Economy|Environment|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump is raising expectations that this time he really will close deal with Iran to wind down war

President Donald Trump is anticipating a significant weekend for his presidency

Trump is raising expectations that this time he really will close deal with Iran to wind down war
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Global equity funds draw third weekly inflow as investors buy the dip

Global equity funds drew inflows for a third straight week, as investors used a market selloff to add exposure to technology stocks on expectations the AI-driven rally will

Global equity funds draw third weekly inflow as investors buy the dip
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine to request $20 billion to keep momentum against Russia, source says

Ukraine is seeking an additional $20 billion in military funding from its allies to cement what it sees as its current battlefield advantage over Russia, a Ukrainian defence

Ukraine to request $20 billion to keep momentum against Russia, source says
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

European shares rally as Middle East peace hopes drag oil prices lower

European shares surged on Friday, with major indexes jumping more than 1%, as renewed hopes for a diplomatic breakthrough in the Middle East

European shares rally as Middle East peace hopes drag oil prices lower
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Technology|World

Europe's top carmakers urge simple 'Made in Europe' rules

Automakers Volkswagen, Stellantis and Renault, which account for about 60% of Europe's car output, are urging the EU to adopt a simple "Made in Europe" rule and stronger

Europe's top carmakers urge simple 'Made in Europe' rules
Arts|Crime|Economy|Education|Election|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|Sports|Technology|Travel|US|World

Evangelicals divided on Trump's war in Iran, immigration crackdown, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

About half of evangelical Christians - a core component of President Donald Trump's political base - believe his

Evangelicals divided on Trump's war in Iran, immigration crackdown, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
Africa|Health|World

Kenyan killed at protest against US Ebola facility was a teenager, relative says

A person who was killed this week during a protest in central Kenya against a quarantine facility for Americans exposed to Ebola was a

Kenyan killed at protest against US Ebola facility was a teenager, relative says
Business|Europe|Political|Travel|World

Albania opposition leader Berisha says US lifts entry ban on him

Former Albanian leader Sali Berisha, now the head of the main opposition party, said on Friday that the United States has lifted a travel ban placed on him in 2021.

Albania opposition leader Berisha says US lifts entry ban on him
Technology|World

Pentagon lockdown and evacuation was due to a false alarm, two sources say

The Pentagon was locked down and partially evacuated on Thursday due to a false alarm by a hazardous materials sensor, two sources familiar told CNN.

Pentagon lockdown and evacuation was due to a false alarm, two sources say
Environment|Science|World

A mysterious ‘cold blob’ in the ocean has puzzled scientists. A new study says it’s an ominous sign

A mysterious ‘cold blob’ in the ocean has puzzled scientists. A new study says it’s an ominous sign

A mysterious ‘cold blob’ in the ocean has puzzled scientists. A new study says it’s an ominous sign
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|World

Celebrated British artist David Hockney dies at 88

Celebrated British artist David Hockney dies at 88

Celebrated British artist David Hockney dies at 88
Business|Economy|Environment|World

The tanks in Cushing, Oklahoma, are hitting bottom. The oil market is about to hit a tipping point

The tanks in Cushing, Oklahoma, are hitting bottom. The oil market is about to hit a tipping point

The tanks in Cushing, Oklahoma, are hitting bottom. The oil market is about to hit a tipping point
Africa|Crime|Education|World

Kenya holds a memorial service for 16 victims of last month's girls school fire

Hundreds of mourners gathered in Kenya’s central town of Gilgil for a memorial service to honor the lives of 16 students who died in a school fire last month that police said was caused by arson

Kenya holds a memorial service for 16 victims of last month's girls school fire
Americas|Business|Europe|World

US plans major cut to fighter jets, warships for NATO operations in Europe, NYT reports

The United States plans to significantly reduce the aircraft and warships it makes available for NATO operations in Europe, the New York Times reported on Friday, citing two senior

US plans major cut to fighter jets, warships for NATO operations in Europe, NYT reports
Economy|Political|World

War-wary Hill Republicans question Trump’s Iran strategy with control of Congress at stake

War-wary Hill Republicans question Trump’s Iran strategy with control of Congress at stake

War-wary Hill Republicans question Trump’s Iran strategy with control of Congress at stake
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Armenian opposition party files petition to annul June election results

A pro-Russian opposition alliance filed a request to Armenia's election commission on Friday to throw out the results of last Sunday's parliamentary election, won by Prime Minister

Armenian opposition party files petition to annul June election results
Economy|Europe|World

Germany sees slow economic recovery as energy prices weigh

Germany's economic recovery is likely to proceed in small steps at best, depending on the conflict in the Middle East, and energy and commodity prices, the economy ministry

Germany sees slow economic recovery as energy prices weigh
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

BlackRock says oil, FX risks loom over India's bond inflow push

India's measures to improve the attractiveness of its debt are welcome, though concerns over oil prices and their impact on the rupee remain big hurdles in

BlackRock says oil, FX risks loom over India's bond inflow push
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

German government spending only thing preventing GDP fall, Bundesbank says

Heavy government spending on defence and infrastructure will stop Germany from slipping into recession this year, as the war in Iran takes its toll on Europe's biggest

German government spending only thing preventing GDP fall, Bundesbank says
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

UK public inflation expectations surged after Iran war, BoE says

The British public's expectations for inflation in the long term rose to a record high last month after the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran sent energy prices soaring, the Bank of

UK public inflation expectations surged after Iran war, BoE says
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

SpaceX playbook set to fuel China's IPO ambitions but tech gap persists

SpaceX's record $75 billion IPO is poised to supercharge Chinese space startups racing to fund the same technologies that have

SpaceX playbook set to fuel China's IPO ambitions but tech gap persists
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Betting giant Flutter's London exit deals another blow to UK markets

FanDuel owner Flutter Entertainment said on Friday it would delist from the London Stock Exchange in August while retaining its primary listing on the New York Stock Exchange,

Betting giant Flutter's London exit deals another blow to UK markets
Europe|Political|World

NATO will gradually adjust strength of peace support mission in Kosovo over next year

NATO will gradually adjust the strength of its peace support mission in Kosovo, which has been in place since 1999, over the next year due to the steady security

NATO will gradually adjust strength of peace support mission in Kosovo over next year
Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

Once beset by power outages, Puerto Ricans also hit with severe water shortages

Thousands of Puerto Ricans are struggling with water shortages so severe that the governor of the U.S. territory has activated the National Guard and emergency responders are fielding calls every day

Once beset by power outages, Puerto Ricans also hit with severe water shortages
Asia|Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Nvidia begins Vera CPU sales pitch to Chinese clients, sources say

Nvidia has told Chinese clients that its new "Vera" central processors for AI data centres could be available as soon as August and that they can begin placing orders, three

Nvidia begins Vera CPU sales pitch to Chinese clients, sources say
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Bangladesh, India to coordinate patrols on border, share intelligence amid migrant tensions

Bangladesh and India have agreed to deepen cooperation along their shared border with improved intelligence sharing and coordinated patrols, according to a joint statement

Bangladesh, India to coordinate patrols on border, share intelligence amid migrant tensions
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

ECB policymakers keep July hike on table

European Central Bank policymakers kept a follow-up rate hike in July on the table on Friday given rapid inflation, but said it was far too early to say if a move would

ECB policymakers keep July hike on table
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Hope springs eternal, especially for markets

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Stella Qiu Hope, as the saying goes, springs external.

Hope springs eternal, especially for markets
Business|Economy|Finance|Sports|World

UK economy began to feel fallout from Iran war in April, data shows

Britain's economy contracted by 0.1% in April, its first monthly drop since August as the Iran war's cancellation of Formula 1 Grand Prix

UK economy began to feel fallout from Iran war in April, data shows
Americas|Crime|Europe|World

Ukraine and Russia trade overnight drone strikes, officials say

Ukraine and Russia exchanged overnight drone strikes into early Friday, with Ukraine hitting oil refineries and a petrochemicals plant while Russia attacked railway stations and

Ukraine and Russia trade overnight drone strikes, officials say
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

French inflation rises to highest in over two years at 2.8% in May

Consumer prices in France rose 2.8% year-on-year in May, the highest level since February 2024, statistics office INSEE said on Friday, confirming a preliminary reading published

French inflation rises to highest in over two years at 2.8% in May
Education|Environment|Science|World

Disaster drills helped prevent more deaths when powerful quake hit the southern Philippines

Philippine officials say that years of disaster-preparedness drills helped prevent a larger casualty toll when one of the strongest earthquakes in 50 years struck the south

Disaster drills helped prevent more deaths when powerful quake hit the southern Philippines
Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Meet Mexico's World Cup super fan

Hector Chavez “Caramelo” has been a soccer fan for years and is famous for his festive charro hat. CNN's Valeria Leon reports from Mexico City.

Meet Mexico's World Cup super fan
Election|Political|World

How South Korea's ballot shortage spurred turnout of thousands to defend democracy

Arriving to cast her vote in South Korea's local elections, Yoomi Lee was

How South Korea's ballot shortage spurred turnout of thousands to defend democracy
Asia|Political|World

Philippine defence chief vows to press on against China's 'wickedness' after sanctions

The Philippines defence chief will continue to do his duty in the face of China's "wickedness", he said on Friday, a day after Beijing sanctioned him for what

Philippine defence chief vows to press on against China's 'wickedness' after sanctions
Business|Science|Technology|World

Japan's struggling flagship H3 rocket returns to flight with the debut of a low-cost variant

Japan’s H3 rocket has returned to flight with the debut of its new low-cost variant

Japan's struggling flagship H3 rocket returns to flight with the debut of a low-cost variant
Asia|Sports|World

Hwang In-beom sparks South Korea’s 2-1 comeback win over the Czech Republic at the World Cup

Hwang In-beom has led South Korea to a 2-1 comeback win over the Czech Republic in the World Cup

Hwang In-beom sparks South Korea’s 2-1 comeback win over the Czech Republic at the World Cup
Asia|Crime|Health|Political|World

Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha, who was known for her legal work, dies at 47

Thailand’s Princess Bajrakitiyabha Mahidol, a lawyer and the eldest of King Maha Vajiralongkorn’s children, has died at age 47

Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha, who was known for her legal work, dies at 47
Asia|Crime|Political|World

South Korea court sentences ex-President Yoon to 30-year jail term over drone incursion

A South Korean court sentenced former President Yoon Suk Yeol to 30 years in prison on Friday for charges linked to his ordering an incursion of military drones over North

South Korea court sentences ex-President Yoon to 30-year jail term over drone incursion
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Japan core inflation seen below BOJ target for fourth month in May: Reuters poll

Japan's core consumer inflation likely held steady in May at roughly the previous month's pace due to end of government fuel subsidies, leaving inflation below the Bank of

Japan core inflation seen below BOJ target for fourth month in May: Reuters poll
Environment|Science|World

China warns of risk of 'extreme floods' in desert regions

HONG KONG, June 12 - China warned communities in its northwestern Xinjiang and nearby regions on Friday to prepare for "extreme floods" this summer, driven by abnormally high temperatures, heavy

China warns of risk of 'extreme floods' in desert regions
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

India willing to let fiscal deficit widen to 4.8% of GDP, Bloomberg News reports

India is preparing for a wider-than-expected budget deficit this year, Bloomberg News reported on Friday, citing an official familiar with the matter, as the war in Iran raises

India willing to let fiscal deficit widen to 4.8% of GDP, Bloomberg News reports
Arts|Entertainment|Political|World

Kennedy Center board seeks pause of ruling ordering removal of Trump's name by Friday deadline

President Donald Trump's board at the Kennedy Center is trying to keep his name on the building before a court-ordered deadline to remove it by Friday

Kennedy Center board seeks pause of ruling ordering removal of Trump's name by Friday deadline
World

Ousted South Korean President Yoon given prison term for drone flights over Pyongyang

South Korea’s ousted President Yoon Suk Yeol and his former defense minister have been sentenced to 30 years in prison in a case alleging Yoon ordered drone flights over Pyongyang to heighten tensions with North Korea and and justify declaring martial law at home

Ousted South Korean President Yoon given prison term for drone flights over Pyongyang
Business|Entertainment|Sports|US|Videos|World

Pushed to brink, Vegas may have lost William Karlsson for the Stanley Cup Final

The Vegas Golden Knights lost a very important part of their run to the Stanley Cup Final and are now on the verge of getting eliminated by Carolina

Pushed to brink, Vegas may have lost William Karlsson for the Stanley Cup Final
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|Travel|World

What to know about the growing opposition to Trump family-linked resort in Albania

A massive coastal development project linked to Jared Kushner is facing resistance in Albania

What to know about the growing opposition to Trump family-linked resort in Albania
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Vale's top shareholder pushes for meeting on chairman's removal

Brazil's Vale, one of the world's largest iron ore producers, said on Thursday it

Vale's top shareholder pushes for meeting on chairman's removal
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Bank of Japan set to hike rates to 31-year high, drop hawkish signals

The Bank

Bank of Japan set to hike rates to 31-year high, drop hawkish signals
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Political|US|World

Trump appeals court order to strip his name from Kennedy Center building

U.S.

Trump appeals court order to strip his name from Kennedy Center building
Australia|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Soccer-Former refugees look to ignite Australia's World Cup

Born in refugee camps to parents displaced by conflict in Africa, three players will show the changing face of Australian soccer at the World

Soccer-Former refugees look to ignite Australia's World Cup
Arts|Crime|Europe|US|World

Supreme Court blocks Alabama from executing inmate with method lower court found cruel and unusual

Supreme Court blocks Alabama from executing inmate with method lower court found cruel and unusual

Supreme Court blocks Alabama from executing inmate with method lower court found cruel and unusual
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump nominates US Attorney Jay Clayton to be director of national intelligence

President Donald Trump is nominating Jay Clayton, the U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York and a former Securities and Exchange Commission chairman, as director of national intelligence

Trump nominates US Attorney Jay Clayton to be director of national intelligence
Crime|Sports|World

Families of Mexico's disappeared march in the capital as World Cup kicks off

Hundreds of relatives with loved ones among Mexico's near-135,000 missing people marched in Mexico City on Thursday, using the inauguration of the

Families of Mexico's disappeared march in the capital as World Cup kicks off
Asia|Health|World

Thai king's eldest daughter dies, aged 47, after long illness, Royal Palace says

Thailand's Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendira Debyavati, the eldest child of Thai King Maha Vajiralongkorn, has died at 47, the royal palace said on Friday, after multiple

Thai king's eldest daughter dies, aged 47, after long illness, Royal Palace says
Americas|Crime|World

Two Guatemalans plead guilty in US migrant smuggling case after crash kills 55

Two Guatemalan nationals pleaded guilty in a Texas federal court on Thursday to human smuggling charges stemming from the December 2021 crash of a tractor-trailer

Two Guatemalans plead guilty in US migrant smuggling case after crash kills 55
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Bank of Korea governor says interest rates to be raised 'on time'

South Korea's central bank governor said on Friday it was necessary to raise interest rates "on time" as inflation was expected to exceed the target for a considerable

Bank of Korea governor says interest rates to be raised 'on time'
Sports|World

3 red cards mar opening World Cup match between Mexico and South Africa

The World Cup's opening match saw three players sent off with red cards, a rarity in international soccer

3 red cards mar opening World Cup match between Mexico and South Africa
Sports|World

Japan captain Wataru Endo is out of the World Cup and retires from international duty

The Japan Football Association says captain Wataru Endo has withdrawn from the country’s World Cup squad due to a foot injury

Japan captain Wataru Endo is out of the World Cup and retires from international duty
Business|Economy|Environment|World

US summer driving season hits as gasoline supplies squeezed tight

U.S. vacationers are barreling into peak summer driving season just as the gasoline market faces a supply crunch, with resilient domestic demand and surging

US summer driving season hits as gasoline supplies squeezed tight
Economy|Political|US|World

Iran says no final decision made on deal that Trump hopes could be signed soon

President Donald Trump on Thursday said the United States and Iran could sign a peace deal as soon as this weekend that would

Iran says no final decision made on deal that Trump hopes could be signed soon
Africa|Health|World

Congo's Ebola outbreak spreads to new health zones

Congo's Ebola outbreak has spread to three new health zones, according to a government report published on Thursday that showed the number of confirmed cases had risen to

Congo's Ebola outbreak spreads to new health zones
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|World

US judge blocks Ken Paxton's lawsuit against Democratic fundraising platform ActBlue

A federal judge on Thursday blocked Republican Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton from continuing to pursue a lawsuit against the Democratic fundraising

US judge blocks Ken Paxton's lawsuit against Democratic fundraising platform ActBlue
Arts|Entertainment|World

Ariana Grande to White House: Don't use my music for 'heinous nonsense'

American pop star Ariana Grande told President Donald Trump's administration on Thursday to stop using her music to promote its policies.

Ariana Grande to White House: Don't use my music for 'heinous nonsense'
Business|Economy|World

New Zealand manufacturing slips into contraction amid weak demand, higher costs

New Zealand's manufacturing activity contracted slightly in May, slipping back into negative territory after seven months of expansion, as businesses remained concerned

New Zealand manufacturing slips into contraction amid weak demand, higher costs
Business|Political|US|World

Trump, allies working on plan to void his impeachments, WSJ reports

U.S.

Trump, allies working on plan to void his impeachments, WSJ reports
Crime|Political|US|World

US Justice Department sues Virginia over mask ban

The U.S.

US Justice Department sues Virginia over mask ban
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Sports|World

Shakira, Andrea Bocelli and Salma Hayek kick-start the World Cup at opening ceremony in Mexico City

The opening ceremony of the 2026 World Cup in Mexico City was full of international stars

Shakira, Andrea Bocelli and Salma Hayek kick-start the World Cup at opening ceremony in Mexico City
Economy|Political|World

The Latest: Trump says he’s called off new military strikes on Iran after threatening escalation

President Donald Trump says he’s called off new military strikes on Iran hours after threatening to escalate the 3-month-old war

The Latest: Trump says he’s called off new military strikes on Iran after threatening escalation
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Political|World

US Catholic bishops consecrated nation to the Sacred Heart at gathering in Orlando

U.S. Catholic bishops have consecrated the nation to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, marking the country's 250th anniversary

US Catholic bishops consecrated nation to the Sacred Heart at gathering in Orlando
Business|Economy|Travel|World

Opening of Canada-US bridge that Trump threatened to block is delayed over unresolved 'issues'

The opening of a Canadian-U.S. bridge across the Detroit River, which President Donald Trump had previously threatened to block, has been delayed due to unresolved issues

Opening of Canada-US bridge that Trump threatened to block is delayed over unresolved 'issues'
Sports|US|World

Christian Pulisic is ready to shoulder the burden of US hopes in home World Cup opener vs Paraguay

Christian Pulisic is the most accomplished and most famous player on his national team at the exact time when his nation is hosting a World Cup

Christian Pulisic is ready to shoulder the burden of US hopes in home World Cup opener vs Paraguay
Business|Crime|Europe|World

Foreign workers say they were paid less than $2 an hour to build a new US Consulate in Milan

Foreign workers building a sprawling $350 million American Consulate in Milan say they were paid less than $2 an hour after being promised fair wages

Foreign workers say they were paid less than $2 an hour to build a new US Consulate in Milan
World

Iran says no final decision made on possible US agreement, IRNA says

Iran has not yet made a final decision on a possible agreement with the U.S. and will not compromise on its "red lines" in negotiations, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil

Iran says no final decision made on possible US agreement, IRNA says
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Elon Musk's SpaceX kicks off mega IPO wave with $75 billion haul

Elon Musk's SpaceX began trading on Nasdaq on Friday after the rocket and satellite maker raised $75 billion in its initial public offering, shattering records and eclipsing Saudi

Elon Musk's SpaceX kicks off mega IPO wave with $75 billion haul
Political|US|World

Trump says he believes Iran's supreme leader has approved deal with US

U.S.

Trump says he believes Iran's supreme leader has approved deal with US
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Trading Day: Peace beckons ... again

Wall Street staged its biggest bounce in two months on Thursday, and oil and bond yields tumbled, after U.S.

Trading Day: Peace beckons ... again
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump picks top Manhattan federal prosecutor as next intelligence chief

President Donald Trump on Thursday nominated Jay Clayton, the top U.S. attorney for Manhattan, to be the next U.S. spy chief, amid a

Trump picks top Manhattan federal prosecutor as next intelligence chief
Asia|Political|World

North Korea’s Kim voices full support for Russia, sends National Day message to Putin, KCNA says

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un sent a congratulatory message to Russian President Vladimir Putin on Russia’s National Day, voicing full support for Moscow’s domestic and

North Korea’s Kim voices full support for Russia, sends National Day message to Putin, KCNA says
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump nominates Jay Clayton to top intelligence post amid uproar over prior, interim pick

Trump nominates Jay Clayton to top intelligence post amid uproar over prior, interim pick

Trump nominates Jay Clayton to top intelligence post amid uproar over prior, interim pick
Economy|Political|US|World

Trump calls off latest threats to strike Iran, citing a breakthrough in talks to end the war

U.S. President Donald Trump has called off new military strikes on Iran, hours after threatening to escalate the war

Trump calls off latest threats to strike Iran, citing a breakthrough in talks to end the war
Entertainment|Sports|World

Mexico defeats South Africa 2-0 in the World Cup’s opening match

Mexico defeats South Africa 2-0 in the World Cup’s opening match

Mexico defeats South Africa 2-0 in the World Cup’s opening match
Business|Entertainment|Europe|World

Virginia Evans and Lyse Doucet win Women's Prize book awards

American novelist Virginia Evans has won the Women’s Prize for Fiction with “The Correspondent,” a bestseller told in letters

Virginia Evans and Lyse Doucet win Women's Prize book awards
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Argentina's inflation slows to 8-month low in a boost for President Milei

Economic data has shown Argentina’s inflation slowing for the second straight month in May

Argentina's inflation slows to 8-month low in a boost for President Milei