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Africa CDC chief says the continent needs to invest its own funds in Ebola response, vaccine

African officials must step up financing to respond and develop vaccines for the Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda

Africa CDC chief says the continent needs to invest its own funds in Ebola response, vaccine
Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|World

Suspect arrested in the murder of a woman found in a freezer in abandoned Oak Cliff home

Suspect arrested in the murder of a woman found in a freezer in abandoned Oak Cliff home

Suspect arrested in the murder of a woman found in a freezer in abandoned Oak Cliff home
Health|Political|US|World

Missouri judge finds state laws restricting abortion violate voter-approved constitutional amendment

A Missouri judge has struck down a series of restrictions on abortion, finding they violated a constitutional amendment adopted by voters in 2024

Missouri judge finds state laws restricting abortion violate voter-approved constitutional amendment
Political|Technology|US|World

Trump unveils a new presidential airplane

Trump unveils a new presidential airplane

Trump unveils a new presidential airplane
Entertainment|Sports|Travel|World

'Trip of a lifetime': Iowa family heads to Seattle for Team USA’s World Cup match

'Trip of a lifetime': Iowa family heads to Seattle for Team USA’s World Cup match

'Trip of a lifetime': Iowa family heads to Seattle for Team USA’s World Cup match
Political|Travel|World

Trump heads to Camp David as Iran talks falter

President Donald Trump will make a rare trip to Camp David this weekend, returning to the presidential retreat for only the second time since retaking

Trump heads to Camp David as Iran talks falter
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says Belarus should remove equipment used in attacks on Ukraine in one week

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Friday that a week should be enough for Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko to remove equipment from his country used by Russia

Zelenskiy says Belarus should remove equipment used in attacks on Ukraine in one week
Europe|Political|World

Italy's Meloni says Trump 'totally invented' story that she begged him for photo

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni accused her one-time close ally Donald Trump of fabricating a story about her on Friday, after the

Italy's Meloni says Trump 'totally invented' story that she begged him for photo
Economy|Health|Political|World

Morales waits in wings as Bolivia crisis tests Trump-backed government

By Cassandra Garrison LA PAZ, June 19 - In the forests of Bolivia’s Chapare region, Evo Morales is watching — and waiting.

Morales waits in wings as Bolivia crisis tests Trump-backed government
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Judge denies Biden's bid to block release of transcripts linked to special counsel inquiry

A federal judge has rejected former President Joe Biden’s attempt to block the Trump administration from releasing to a conservative group the recordings that Biden made with a ghostwriter

Judge denies Biden's bid to block release of transcripts linked to special counsel inquiry
Entertainment|Sports|World

Cape Verde’s star goalkeeper Vozinha gets a family boost before Uruguay clash

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has his family supporting him as his team continues its World Cup journey

Cape Verde’s star goalkeeper Vozinha gets a family boost before Uruguay clash
Sports|World

Christian Pulisic to miss US World Cup match against Australia because of calf injury

U.S. star Christian Pulisic will miss the World Cup match against Australia because of a calf injury and was replaced in the starting lineup by Ricardo Pepi

Christian Pulisic to miss US World Cup match against Australia because of calf injury
Sports|US|World

US hopes to give fans reason to revel when it faces Australia in Seattle, even without Pulisic

Cristian Roldan is familiar with how loud Lumen Field can get

US hopes to give fans reason to revel when it faces Australia in Seattle, even without Pulisic
Business|Political|World

For US Vice President JD Vance, Iran talks could shape political rise

U.S.

For US Vice President JD Vance, Iran talks could shape political rise
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Brent set for 8% weekly fall as Israel, Hezbollah agree ceasefire

Brent crude ticked higher on Friday, but stayed set for a weekly fall of around 8%, after Israel and Hezbollah agreed on a ceasefire in

Brent set for 8% weekly fall as Israel, Hezbollah agree ceasefire
Sports|World

U.S. women's soccer coach Emma Hayes on the growth of the sport in America

It's a huge summer for the U.S. Men's National Soccer Team, who are co-hosting the FIFA World Cup with high hopes. But the men's team has some way to go if they want to match the women's team, which has won four World Cups and five Olympic golds. It's clear that soccer is booming in the U.S., and the women's coach Emma Hayes recently told CNN World Sport's Don Riddell at the brand-new national training center that she believes the beautiful game will soon become the top sport in America.

U.S. women's soccer coach Emma Hayes on the growth of the sport in America
Europe|Political|World

Meloni slams Trump's claim she 'begged' for a photo with him as Italy's top diplomat cancels US trip

Italy's government has closed ranks to slam U.S. President Donald Trump over his claim that Premier Giorgia Meloni had “begged” for a photo with him during the recent G7 summit

Meloni slams Trump's claim she 'begged' for a photo with him as Italy's top diplomat cancels US trip
World

Friction between Trump and Republican senators is growing before the pivotal midterm elections

The relationship between President Donald Trump and Senate Republicans seems to be nearing a breaking point

Friction between Trump and Republican senators is growing before the pivotal midterm elections
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Travel|World

Cargo ship's chief engineer charged in 2024 Francis Scott Key bridge collapse in Baltimore

Prosecutors have charged the chief engineer of the cargo ship Dali in connection with the 2024 collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge

Cargo ship's chief engineer charged in 2024 Francis Scott Key bridge collapse in Baltimore
Business|Economy|Political|World

US push to get Iran talks started hits an early bump. Vance stays at home, for now

The American push for high-stakes talks with Iran has hit a snag

US push to get Iran talks started hits an early bump. Vance stays at home, for now
MidEast|Political|World

Israel and Hezbollah agree to halt fighting, officials say, as US-Iran talks hang in the balance

Israel and the Iran-backed Hezbollah militant group agreed to halt the heavy fighting in southern Lebanon that had threatened to unravel an interim peace agreement between the United States and Iran

Israel and Hezbollah agree to halt fighting, officials say, as US-Iran talks hang in the balance
Europe|Political|World

France opposes return hubs for migrants in third countries, Macron says

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Friday that his country does not support the creation of so-called "return hubs"

France opposes return hubs for migrants in third countries, Macron says
Environment|Health|Science|World

At least 30 deaths at Congo camp show Ebola could be spreading fast

At least 30 people have died since the start of May in one camp for

At least 30 deaths at Congo camp show Ebola could be spreading fast
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine accepts proposal from Brazil's Lula to work for peace, Kyiv adviser says

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has accepted an offer from Brazilian leader Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva to help work for a peace deal in Russia's war in Ukraine, a Ukrainian

Ukraine accepts proposal from Brazil's Lula to work for peace, Kyiv adviser says
Europe|Political|World

From Trump whisperer to Trump basher: Meloni takes on US president

When Donald Trump was sworn in for his second term as U.S. president in 2025, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni was the only European

From Trump whisperer to Trump basher: Meloni takes on US president
Sports|World

The World Cup kicks off - in photos

It was a week of firsts for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The World Cup kicks off - in photos
Crime|US|Videos|World

California police release video of officer shooting ax-wielding suspect

California police release video of officer shooting ax-wielding suspect

California police release video of officer shooting ax-wielding suspect
Science|Technology|World

How Ukraine broke through Russia’s air defenses

How Ukraine broke through Russia’s air defenses

How Ukraine broke through Russia’s air defenses
MidEast|Political|World

Lebanese villagers return to find homes in ruins

Abed Hachem rebuilt his home when it was damaged in a conflict between Israel and Lebanon's Hezbollah militants in 2024, but is at a loss now that most of his

Lebanese villagers return to find homes in ruins
Education|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Norway imposes near ban on AI in elementary school

Norway is imposing a near ban on the use of generative AI tools by elementary school pupils while also restricting their use in the education of older children to prevent a

Norway imposes near ban on AI in elementary school
Sports|World

World Cup players with dual eligibility face a tough choice about which country to represent

The World Cup is showcasing players with diverse backgrounds who could have represented different countries

World Cup players with dual eligibility face a tough choice about which country to represent
Business|Entertainment|Sports|World

US manager Mauricio Pochettino wants the nation to believe in his team

US manager Mauricio Pochettino wants the nation to believe in his team

US manager Mauricio Pochettino wants the nation to believe in his team
Entertainment|Health|Sports|Technology|World

Fort Worth Fire's new bike EMS team beats the heat and the crowds

Fort Worth Fire's new bike EMS team beats the heat and the crowds

Fort Worth Fire's new bike EMS team beats the heat and the crowds
MidEast|Political|World

Israel, Hezbollah agree to ceasefire starting on Friday -U.S. official

Israel and Hezbollah have agreed to a ceasefire set to begin at 4 p.m. local time on Friday, a senior U.S. official told

Israel, Hezbollah agree to ceasefire starting on Friday -U.S. official
Economy|Political|World

Iran’s hardliners threaten to spoil the regime’s victory lap

Iran’s hardliners threaten to spoil the regime’s victory lap

Iran’s hardliners threaten to spoil the regime’s victory lap
Business|Crime|Economy|Election|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump’s new acting intel chief Bill Pulte arrives early, eyes firing hundreds

Trump’s new acting intel chief Bill Pulte arrives early, eyes firing hundreds

Trump’s new acting intel chief Bill Pulte arrives early, eyes firing hundreds
Arts|Health|Lifestyle|Sports|Travel|World

Dragon Boat Festival links modern China to traditions more than 2,000 years old

Dragon boat races, lion dances, and other festivities have been staged across mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan to mark the Dragon Boat Festival

Dragon Boat Festival links modern China to traditions more than 2,000 years old
Election|Europe|Political|World

Who is Andy Burnham, the lawmaker seeking to replace Keir Starmer

Andy Burnham is a political insider turned outsider aiming to be Britain’s next prime minister

Who is Andy Burnham, the lawmaker seeking to replace Keir Starmer
Election|Political|World

Starmer vows to fight as Burnham’s election win fuels a Labour leadership showdown

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer says he will fight attempts by rival Andy Burnham to oust him from office

Starmer vows to fight as Burnham’s election win fuels a Labour leadership showdown
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

In Colombia's Caribbean, neighboring towns back opposing presidential candidates

At first glance, these neighboring municipalities set along Colombia's sweltering Caribbean coast have much in common.

In Colombia's Caribbean, neighboring towns back opposing presidential candidates
Europe|Political|World

EU leader Costa's Kremlin overture exposes divisions over contacts with Russia

A diplomatic overture to the Kremlin by European Council President Antonio Costa has exposed divisions among EU

EU leader Costa's Kremlin overture exposes divisions over contacts with Russia
Business|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

US acting spy chief seeks to fire hundreds of staff, CNN reports

Acting U.S. spy chief Bill Pulte is seeking to cut hundreds of jobs at the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, CNN reported on Friday, as he prepares to take over the

US acting spy chief seeks to fire hundreds of staff, CNN reports
Business|Economy|World

Russian central bank trims rate by 25 bps to 14.25% amid fuel supply, budget risks

The Russian central bank cut its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 14.25% on Friday, a smaller move than the 50 bps that

Russian central bank trims rate by 25 bps to 14.25% amid fuel supply, budget risks
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Yen teeters on cusp of 40-year low, pound firms

The dollar held firm against most peers on Friday, as a peace deal between the U.S. and Iran hung in the balance, pinning

Yen teeters on cusp of 40-year low, pound firms
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

India rate panel downplays case for pre‑emptive rate move in meeting minutes

India's rate panel chose to adopt a wait and watch approach inkeeping interest rates on hold earlier this month, to see if higher oil and food prices are

India rate panel downplays case for pre‑emptive rate move in meeting minutes
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

US equity fund inflows surge on Iran deal, tech draws record weekly investments

U.S. equity funds attracted a massive influx of capital in the week through June 17, as optimism over an interim U.S.-Iran deal to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz eased

US equity fund inflows surge on Iran deal, tech draws record weekly investments
Environment|Health|Science|World

Sri Lanka battles surge in dengue fever, with more than 44,000 cases so far this year

Sri Lanka is battling the worst outbreak of mosquito-borne dengue fever in years, with more than 44,000 cases and 28 deaths recorded since January, an

Sri Lanka battles surge in dengue fever, with more than 44,000 cases so far this year
Africa|Crime|Political|Travel|World

Vietnamese man deported to South Sudan by US leaves for home

A Vietnamese man deported by the United States to South Sudan a year ago as part of the Trump administration's hardline immigration agenda left for Vietnam on Friday, South

Vietnamese man deported to South Sudan by US leaves for home
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Peace now or maybe later?

Everything Mike Dolan and the ROI team are excited to read, watch and listen to over the weekend. From the Editor Hello Morning Bid readers! 

Peace now or maybe later?
Business|Economy|Political|World

UK PM Starmer vows to fight any challenge after leading rival Burnham wins big

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Friday he would not walk away, vowing to fight any challenge from

UK PM Starmer vows to fight any challenge after leading rival Burnham wins big
Europe|Political|World

Russia tells Europe: Yes to talks, no to ultimatums

Russia said on Friday it was open to dialogue with European countries but would not accept ultimatums, as signs increase that the EU may seek talks with

Russia tells Europe: Yes to talks, no to ultimatums
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Shares ease as investors ponder US-Iran peace talks; yen nears 40-year lows

Global shares dipped on Friday after U.S. and Iranian negotiators called off peace talks, while the risk of official Japanese intervention simmered as the

Shares ease as investors ponder US-Iran peace talks; yen nears 40-year lows
Crime|Europe|Sports|World

Morocco star Achraf Hakimi will stand trial in a rape case, French appeals court confirms

A French appeals court confirms that Paris Saint-Germain and Morocco star player Achraf Hakimi will stand trial in a rape case

Morocco star Achraf Hakimi will stand trial in a rape case, French appeals court confirms
Business|Economy|Political|World

US-Iran peace talks in Switzerland called off, clouding prospects for lasting truce

Switzerland said U.S. talks with

US-Iran peace talks in Switzerland called off, clouding prospects for lasting truce
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Simplifying Europe's bank rules could unlock €2 trillion in lending, industry says

Europe's banking sector could boost lending by more than €2 trillion ($2.2 trillion) if regulators were to simplify rules while maintaining financial

Simplifying Europe's bank rules could unlock €2 trillion in lending, industry says
Business|Economy|Stock Markets|World

European stocks tick lower as mining losses weigh

European shares inched lower on Friday as mining stocks tracked a fall in metals prices and investors remained cautious after U.S.-Iran negotiations to end the Middle East conflict

European stocks tick lower as mining losses weigh
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Police order last-minute ban of Iranian opposition rally in Paris

French police banned the Paris-based NCRI Iranian opposition from holding a rally on Saturday, saying there was a risk of clashes between activists holding

Police order last-minute ban of Iranian opposition rally in Paris
Crime|Europe|Political|World

ICC chief prosecutor Khan suspended by British lawyers' regulator

International Criminal Court chief prosecutor Karim Khan, who has been accused of sexual misconduct, has been suspended by

ICC chief prosecutor Khan suspended by British lawyers' regulator
Election|Finance|Political|Technology|US|World

White House delays release of US voting machine study as midterms near

White House officials have for months delayed the release of a U.S. government report that outlines what it describes as

White House delays release of US voting machine study as midterms near
Business|Environment|World

Japan-owned vessel passed through Strait of Hormuz on Friday, Japan says

A vessel owned by a Japanese company carrying three Japanese crew members safely passed through the Strait of Hormuz on Friday and exited the Gulf, Japan's Ministry of

Japan-owned vessel passed through Strait of Hormuz on Friday, Japan says
Africa|Europe|Health|Political|World

African lawmakers back push for tougher anti-LGBT laws after Ghana conference

Lawmakers from more than a dozen African countries have pledged to push new bills restricting LGBT rights, after a conference in

African lawmakers back push for tougher anti-LGBT laws after Ghana conference
Environment|Europe|Political|Travel|World

Norway to open a consulate in Greenland, supporting Arctic strategy

Norway will open a consulate general in Greenland's capital Nuuk, headed by a Norwegian diplomat, Norway's Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Stoere said on Friday. U.S.

Norway to open a consulate in Greenland, supporting Arctic strategy
Economy|Europe|World

EU leaders to discuss new sources of financing for EU budget in Oct

European Union leaders on Friday asked Ireland, which takes over the rotating EU presidency in July, to propose by October new sources of money for

EU leaders to discuss new sources of financing for EU budget in Oct
Europe|World

France's foreign ministry denies asking for ban of Iranian opposition rally

France's foreign ministry denied on Friday that it had asked for the ban of an Iranian opposition rally that had been due to take place on Saturday in Paris.

France's foreign ministry denies asking for ban of Iranian opposition rally
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Europe's mid-sized inflation shock requires measured response, ECB's Lane says

The euro zone economy is in the midst of a mid-sized inflation shock, with inflation holding above 3% for the rest of the year, a situation that requires a "measured" policy

Europe's mid-sized inflation shock requires measured response, ECB's Lane says
Europe|Political|World

UK's Starmer says he will stand in any leadership contest

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Friday he would stand in any leadership contest, after potential rival Andy Burnham won a vote for a parliamentary seat to

UK's Starmer says he will stand in any leadership contest
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Weekly inflows into global equity funds hit 19-month highs on Iran deal optimism

Investors poured the most capital in roughly 19 months into global equity funds in the week to June 17, buoyed by optimism over an interim deal to end the U.S.-Iran war and

Weekly inflows into global equity funds hit 19-month highs on Iran deal optimism
Environment|Science|World

Southern Brazil, still rebuilding from record floods, prepares for El Nino

Communities rebuilding from devastating floods in southern Brazil two years ago are bracing for an intense El Nino that

Southern Brazil, still rebuilding from record floods, prepares for El Nino
Economy|Political|World

How Trump's deal with Iran compares to Obama's

President Donald Trump has insisted that the deal he has reached with Iran is superior to the one that President Barack Obama

How Trump's deal with Iran compares to Obama's
Europe|Sports|World

Arsenal starts Premier League title defense against promoted Coventry

Arsenal will begin its Premier League title defense at home against newly promoted Coventry, kicking off the league’s 2026-27 season on August 21

Arsenal starts Premier League title defense against promoted Coventry
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|World

Oil prices are falling and stocks are up. Traders worry they’ve gone too far

Oil prices are falling and stocks are up. Traders worry they’ve gone too far

Oil prices are falling and stocks are up. Traders worry they’ve gone too far
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

World shares are mixed and US futures fall after a tech-led rally on Wall St

World shares are mixed, with markets in Greater China closed for holidays

World shares are mixed and US futures fall after a tech-led rally on Wall St
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

What Americans think about Trump's handling of Iran, according to a new AP-NORC poll

A new AP-NORC poll finds that Trump’s approval on Iran remained low, at 34%, even as a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and restart negotiations materialized

What Americans think about Trump's handling of Iran, according to a new AP-NORC poll
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Czech Republic will miss NATO defence spending target again this year, PM Babis says

The Czech Republic will not meet NATO's minimum defence spending target again this year, but will aim to meet it from 2027, Prime Minister Andrej Babis said on Friday.

Czech Republic will miss NATO defence spending target again this year, PM Babis says
Business|Economy|Finance|World

BOJ may raise interest rates twice by March, says ex-BOJ policymaker

The Bank of Japan may raise interest rates twice by the end of the current fiscal year, after making a landmark shift in its policy focus

BOJ may raise interest rates twice by March, says ex-BOJ policymaker
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

No UN sanctions lifting on Iran without France's approval, foreign minister says

France wants to play a role in talks dealing with Iran's nuclear programme and will not approve the lifting of UN sanctions unless it is satisfied by the terms of a final

No UN sanctions lifting on Iran without France's approval, foreign minister says
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|World

The economic consequences of the peace

A U.S. Iran deal is in place for now but the next few weeks will test whether a more permanent agreement can be reached.

The economic consequences of the peace
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Bank of England tests resilience of private markets to severe global shock

The Bank of England on Friday set out the scenario for this year’s stress test of private markets, modelling a severe global shock that sends equity markets down 35% and

Bank of England tests resilience of private markets to severe global shock
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Ladbrokes-owner Entain explores options for CEE unit, sources say

Ladbrokes-owner Entain has begun exploring options for its joint venture in Central and Eastern Europe, including a possible sale, three

Ladbrokes-owner Entain explores options for CEE unit, sources say
Asia|Business|Political|World

South Korea’s Lee says Trump open to considering phased approach to North Korea nuclear issue

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said on Friday that U.S.

South Korea’s Lee says Trump open to considering phased approach to North Korea nuclear issue
Business|Economy|Health|World

Bank of Japan Governor Ueda discharged from hospital

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda was discharged from hospital on Friday, the central bank said.

Bank of Japan Governor Ueda discharged from hospital
Business|Economy|World

Higher inflation drives jump in UK budget deficit in May

British government borrowing jumped much more sharply than expected in May as higher inflation pushed up the cost of servicing index-linked debt, in

Higher inflation drives jump in UK budget deficit in May
Asia|Election|Political|World

South Korea's Lee calls for overhaul of election management after flawed vote

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said on Friday that the country's election management system needed a major overhaul, calling a series of controversies involving the

South Korea's Lee calls for overhaul of election management after flawed vote
Australia|Environment|Health|Science|World

Australia, last continent without H5 bird flu, detects first suspected case

Australia has detected its first suspected mainland case of H5N1 bird flu in a remote part of the country's southwest, authorities said on Friday.

Australia, last continent without H5 bird flu, detects first suspected case
Business|Economy|Political|World

Exclusive: Ex-Trump official: US-Iran framework is ‘enormously helpful’ to Iran

Exclusive: Ex-Trump official: US-Iran framework is ‘enormously helpful’ to Iran

Exclusive: Ex-Trump official: US-Iran framework is ‘enormously helpful’ to Iran
Crime|Health|MidEast|World

Freed Israeli hostage Guy Gilboa-Dalal recounts sexual abuse in Gaza, urges victims to speak out

Guy Gilboa-Dalal, an Israeli man who says he was sexually abused while held hostage in Gaza, is speaking out to highlight sexual abuse in conflict zones

Freed Israeli hostage Guy Gilboa-Dalal recounts sexual abuse in Gaza, urges victims to speak out
Crime|Political|World

Cambodian Supreme Court upholds incitement conviction of opposition politician, sparking anger

Cambodia’s Supreme Court has upheld the incitement conviction of prominent opposition politician Rong Chhun but suspended the remainder of his prison sentence, allowing him to remain free while barring him from politics for years

Cambodian Supreme Court upholds incitement conviction of opposition politician, sparking anger
Environment|Health|Science|World

Thousands of baby seals died on two remote sub-Antarctic islands. Scientists now think they know why

Thousands of baby seals died on two remote sub-Antarctic islands. Scientists now think they know why

Thousands of baby seals died on two remote sub-Antarctic islands. Scientists now think they know why
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Rescue dog Osito steals hearts at the World Cup, one bike ride at a time

As World Cup fever grips Mexico City, an unlikely star has emerged

Rescue dog Osito steals hearts at the World Cup, one bike ride at a time
Business|Economy|World

More than 1 billion barrels of oil have gone missing

More than 1 billion barrels of oil have gone missing

More than 1 billion barrels of oil have gone missing
Business|Technology|World

Ukrainian drone makers target Asia as Taiwan tensions spur demand

The CEO of UFORCE, a Ukrainian producer of attack drones, flew to Tokyo in April with a pitch for Japanese officials and

Ukrainian drone makers target Asia as Taiwan tensions spur demand
Business|Science|Technology|World

Early users of Anthropic's Mythos still have access after US order, Bloomberg News reports

Some firms chosen early on by Anthropic to test the Mythos AI model have preserved their access to a preview of the system, despite a U.S. government order that led to the total

Early users of Anthropic's Mythos still have access after US order, Bloomberg News reports
MidEast|Political|World

Iran's Revolutionary Guards set up covert Iraqi cells to attack Gulf neighbors, sources say

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has set up secretive new cells in Iraq to carry out attacks on Gulf countries that host American forces, bypassing established

Iran's Revolutionary Guards set up covert Iraqi cells to attack Gulf neighbors, sources say
Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Burnham's 'King of the North' tactics will be clipped if he becomes UK PM

When Labour's Andy Burnham fought a Conservative government that wanted to impose stringent COVID restrictions on Greater

Burnham's 'King of the North' tactics will be clipped if he becomes UK PM
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Pakistani Kashmir faces shutdown as protests leave more than 20 dead

A territory-wide shutdown in Pakistan-administered Kashmir has brought daily life to a standstill after the region's deadliest unrest in

Pakistani Kashmir faces shutdown as protests leave more than 20 dead
Crime|Political|World

Israel steps up Lebanon attacks with strikes that kill 15

Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon killed at least 15 people on Friday, state news agency NNA said, while Israel said the attacks launched overnight were aimed at what it

Israel steps up Lebanon attacks with strikes that kill 15
Asia|Education|Environment|World

Tokyo primary school evacuated after fire breaks out, media report

A primary school in northern Tokyo was evacuated on Friday after a fire broke out in the music room on the fourth floor, Japanese media reported.

Tokyo primary school evacuated after fire breaks out, media report
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

ECB’s Wunsch keeps July hike in play even as Iran deal eases energy prices

The European Central Bank may raise interest rates one more time as soon as next month if it sees more evidence of euro zone inflation spreading

ECB’s Wunsch keeps July hike in play even as Iran deal eases energy prices
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Weather warms up UK retail sales in May in boost for economy

British consumers did more shopping in May and April's sharp drop was revised up as hot weather boosted sales of summer items like fans and paddling pools,

Weather warms up UK retail sales in May in boost for economy