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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
Business|Economy|Technology|US|World

ASML denies selling EUV chipmaking tool to China after report of US concern 

Chip-equipment maker ASML said on Friday it had never shipped an extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography machine to China, after a

ASML denies selling EUV chipmaking tool to China after report of US concern 
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

China tightens indium export checks as AI demand increases

China is stepping up scrutiny over exports of indium, leading some buyers to fear the niche metal, sought after for next-generation data centers, may be

China tightens indium export checks as AI demand increases
Australia|Crime|Political|World

Police charge a third suspect in a Melbourne synagogue arson allegedly directed by Iran

Police have charged a third suspect with an arson attack on a Melbourne synagogue that was allegedly directed by Iran

Police charge a third suspect in a Melbourne synagogue arson allegedly directed by Iran
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Pentagon tells US lawmakers it needs $80 billion for Iran war and other bills, WSJ reports

The U.S.

Pentagon tells US lawmakers it needs $80 billion for Iran war and other bills, WSJ reports
Economy|Environment|Food|Science|World

Ample world inventories may soften El Nino food supply shock

A super El Nino is likely to unsettle global weather and threaten food output in the coming months, but near record world inventories, expectations of

Ample world inventories may soften El Nino food supply shock
MidEast|Political|World

Switzerland says US-Iran talks planned for Friday are off

Talks that had been planned for Friday between the United States and Iran at the Burgenstock mountaintop resort in Switzerland have been postponed, according to a Swiss foreign

Switzerland says US-Iran talks planned for Friday are off
Australia|Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World

KPMG Australia scandal widens after it confirms Optus data was also misused

KPMG Australia staff shared sensitive information about telecom firm Optus with another internal team bidding for an audit contract for its

KPMG Australia scandal widens after it confirms Optus data was also misused
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

What a great week for peace

(Corrects graphic link) A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Stella Qiu President Donald Trump's greatest TACO of all time, peace with Iran, has stock markets once again hitting

What a great week for peace
Health|Lifestyle|Travel|World

In Spain, elderly UK expats struggle for care post-Brexit

Daniel Northover left his home in Liverpool this month, which marks the 10th anniversary of Britain's Brexit referendum, to move in with his 80-

In Spain, elderly UK expats struggle for care post-Brexit
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

BHP shares slide most in over a year on $2.3 billion charge at Canada project

Shares of BHP Group slipped the most in more than a year on Friday, after the miner flagged cost overruns and a $2.3 billion charge linked to

BHP shares slide most in over a year on $2.3 billion charge at Canada project
Political|World

How Andy Burnham could try to displace Keir Starmer as UK prime minister

Andy Burnham, the mayor of Greater Manchester, won a parliamentary seat on Friday, a vital step towards fulfilling his ambition to

How Andy Burnham could try to displace Keir Starmer as UK prime minister
Business|Economy|Travel|World

Gulf airlines get back to business as flights near pre-war levels

Say it quietly, but Gulf airlines are back in business.

Gulf airlines get back to business as flights near pre-war levels
Business|Economy|Political|World

‘If it doesn’t work out, I’m blaming JD’: Vance’s risky gambit on Iran peace efforts

‘If it doesn’t work out, I’m blaming JD’: Vance’s risky gambit on Iran peace efforts

‘If it doesn’t work out, I’m blaming JD’: Vance’s risky gambit on Iran peace efforts
Sports|World

Mexico becomes first country to reach knockout stage of World Cup, beating South Korea 1-0

Mexico took advantage of a defensive blunder by South Korea to win 1-0 and become the first team to advance to the knockout stage of the World Cup

Mexico becomes first country to reach knockout stage of World Cup, beating South Korea 1-0
Business|Election|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Democratic socialists surge in mayoral races across the country as anti-Trump fervor rises

Janeese Lewis George is making waves in Washington, D.C., with her progressive agenda as she aims for the mayor's office

Democratic socialists surge in mayoral races across the country as anti-Trump fervor rises
Americas|Crime|Political|World

About 100 Colombian guerrilla dissidents disarm under peace talks with government

About a hundred Colombian guerrilla dissidents have surrendered their weapons as part of a peace process with President Gustavo Petro's government

About 100 Colombian guerrilla dissidents disarm under peace talks with government
Europe|Sports|Travel|World

Scotland fans marry at Boston City Hall during World Cup trip

Scotland fans marry at Boston City Hall during World Cup trip

Scotland fans marry at Boston City Hall during World Cup trip
Entertainment|Health|Sports|World

Canada's Koné to undergo surgery after gruesome injury against Qatar

Canada's historic first World Cup victory is overshadowed by a gruesome injury to midfielder Ismaël Koné

Canada's Koné to undergo surgery after gruesome injury against Qatar
Economy|Education|Health|Political|World

Indonesia to halt free meals during school break, scale back programme scope

Indonesia will halt the government's flagship free meals programme for children during school holidays and will also scale back the reach of the scheme, an official said

Indonesia to halt free meals during school break, scale back programme scope
Business|Economy|Finance|World

BOJ flags risk of inflation overshoot, signals rate-hike intent

Bank of Japan Deputy Governor Ryozo Himino on Friday said inflation could overshoot the bank's 2% target and flagged the cost of being too late in raising

BOJ flags risk of inflation overshoot, signals rate-hike intent
Business|Economy|Political|World

US vice president cancels trip for peace talks with Iran

U.S.

US vice president cancels trip for peace talks with Iran
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Indonesia's Prabowo taps Danantara to drive agenda, testing fund's capacity

A rapid expansion of Indonesia's sovereign wealth fund Danantara's mandate is entrenching its role as a key vehicle for President

Indonesia's Prabowo taps Danantara to drive agenda, testing fund's capacity
Europe|World

Zelenskiy: best guarantee of Europe's future is fast-track EU membership for Ukraine

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy told an EU summit on Thursday the future of Europe was being shaped by the defence of Ukraine and the best

Zelenskiy: best guarantee of Europe's future is fast-track EU membership for Ukraine
Crime|Education|Environment|Health|World

Texas's Camp Mystic had no evacuation plans on night of deadly floods, report finds

Camp Mystic, the Christian summer camp for girls in Texas where 28 people were

Texas's Camp Mystic had no evacuation plans on night of deadly floods, report finds
Business|Economy|Political|World

High-wire diplomacy delivered US-Iran deal but hardest stage lies ahead, sources say

Pakistani mediators spent weeks juggling late-night calls and competing drafts before a Qatari push

High-wire diplomacy delivered US-Iran deal but hardest stage lies ahead, sources say
Sports|US|World

Wyndham Clark seizes on changing nature of Shinnecock to lead US Open

The USGA set up a different course at Shinnecock Hills to handle strong wind Thursday

Wyndham Clark seizes on changing nature of Shinnecock to lead US Open
Africa|Health|Science|World

Ebola cases increase almost 40% in a week as death toll passes 200

The Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda has claimed 204 deaths, with 894 confirmed cases, Africa’s Centres for Disease Control and Prevention said

Ebola cases increase almost 40% in a week as death toll passes 200
Political|US|World

Vance delays trip to Switzerland to lead new US talks with Iran on its nuclear program

The White House says Vice President JD Vance is delaying his trip to Switzerland to lead nuclear negotiations with Iran

Vance delays trip to Switzerland to lead new US talks with Iran on its nuclear program
Europe|Political|Sports|Travel|World

Jonathan David's hat trick propels Canada to its first World Cup win, 6-0 over Qatar

Jonathan David scored three goals and Canada won its first World Cup match while all but securing a spot in the knockout round with a 6-0 victory over Qatar

Jonathan David's hat trick propels Canada to its first World Cup win, 6-0 over Qatar
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|US|World

President of Wisconsin's largest mosque released from ICE detention

Islamic Society of Milwaukee President Salah Sarsour, ​a Palestinian American detained by U.S.

President of Wisconsin's largest mosque released from ICE detention
Environment|Science|World

Tropical storm remnants drench Gulf states after tornadoes hit the Midwest

The remnants of Tropical Storm Arthur are battering parts of the southeastern United States with heavy rain, sparking flash flood and tornado warnings along the Gulf Coast

Tropical storm remnants drench Gulf states after tornadoes hit the Midwest
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Some in BOJ called for faster rate hikes, April minutes show

Some Bank of Japan board members called for raising interest rates more swiftly if the Middle East conflict is prolonged, to avoid underlying inflation from overshooting,

Some in BOJ called for faster rate hikes, April minutes show
Business|Economy|Health|Political|World

US launches trade investigation into Germany over drug pricing

The U.S. has launched a trade investigation into a German plan to lower its spending on pharmaceutical products, to see whether it is unreasonable or

US launches trade investigation into Germany over drug pricing
Crime|Political|World

Colombia's AG probes ex-president Uribe over paramilitaries

The office of Colombia's Attorney General has opened an investigation into former President Alvaro Uribe for crimes linked to the creation of a

Colombia's AG probes ex-president Uribe over paramilitaries
Business|Health|Technology|World

US court rules Ohio can restrict children's use of social media

Ohio can implement a law requiring social media companies, including Meta Platforms' Instagram, to obtain parental consent before allowing children under 16 to use

US court rules Ohio can restrict children's use of social media
Arts|Sports|Travel|World

Brazilian soccer fans at the World Cup heed warning not to dress Rocky statue in team gear

Brazilian fans visiting Philadelphia for the World Cup are avoiding dressing the Rocky statue in their team colors

Brazilian soccer fans at the World Cup heed warning not to dress Rocky statue in team gear
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

US hails initial meeting between Venezuelan government, opposition

The United States said on Thursday it welcomed a meeting between Jorge Rodriguez, the head of Venezuela's National Assembly legislature, and Dinorah Figuera, a former opposition

US hails initial meeting between Venezuelan government, opposition
Economy|World

UK consumers remain subdued as they brace for tougher times, GfK survey shows

British consumer confidence held steady in June but younger people turned more pessimistic about the economy and their personal financial situation against a backdrop of

UK consumers remain subdued as they brace for tougher times, GfK survey shows
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Japan's May core inflation stays below BOJ target, fuel-induced rise eyed

Japan's annual core inflation stayed below the central bank's 2% target for a fourth straight month in May, data showed on Friday, as fuel subsidies offset

Japan's May core inflation stays below BOJ target, fuel-induced rise eyed
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Cuban lawmakers approve sweeping reforms to socialist model amid US pressure

Cuban lawmakers unanimously approved sweeping reforms backed by the Communist Party and former leader Raul Castro that would privatize a

Cuban lawmakers approve sweeping reforms to socialist model amid US pressure
Business|Economy|World

Japan May core CPI rises 1.4% yr/yr

Japan's core consumer prices rose 1.4% in May from a year earlier, government data showed on Friday.

Japan May core CPI rises 1.4% yr/yr
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|World

Dali chief engineer reaches deferred prosecution deal over 2024 Key bridge collapse

The chief engineer of the cargo ship Dali that destroyed Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge in a March 2024 collision that killed six construction

Dali chief engineer reaches deferred prosecution deal over 2024 Key bridge collapse
Political|US|World

Trump presents the Medal of Honor to 3 veterans for heroism in Vietnam and Afghanistan

President Donald Trump has given the Medal of Honor to three veterans, honoring acts of heroism in Vietnam and Afghanistan

Trump presents the Medal of Honor to 3 veterans for heroism in Vietnam and Afghanistan
Crime|Education|Environment|World

Five years after a Navajo elder vanished, the man who robbed her was released from prison

Five years to the day Navajo elder Ella Mae Begay disappeared, the man who acknowledged beating her and leaving her on the side of the road is free from prison

Five years after a Navajo elder vanished, the man who robbed her was released from prison
Sports|World

Switzerland coach uses hydration break to spark late goal barrage in 4-1 World Cup win over Bosnia

Substitute Johan Manzambi scored is first World Cup goal on an outstanding volley in the 74th minute and Switzerland erupted late for a 4-1 victory over Bosnia-Herzegovina to take control of its group

Switzerland coach uses hydration break to spark late goal barrage in 4-1 World Cup win over Bosnia
Business|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Yan Liu of China shoots 66 in chilly and windy conditions to take LPGA Tour lead

Yan Liu of China shot a 6-under 66 in chilly and windy conditions Thursday morning to take the first-round lead in the Meijer LPGA Classic

Yan Liu of China shoots 66 in chilly and windy conditions to take LPGA Tour lead
World

Senators seek to block Hegseth travel funds until Pentagon releases report on Iran school strike

Senators are seeking to block Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s travel funds until the Pentagon submits its investigation into a strike on an elementary school in Iran that killed more than 165 people

Senators seek to block Hegseth travel funds until Pentagon releases report on Iran school strike
Crime|Political|US|World

Police shooting of a 1-year-old Mississippi boy ignites tension between police and Black residents

A police shooting in Senatobia, Mississippi, that left a 1-year-old child dead has ignited simmering tensions between police and Black residents in the town of 8,000

Police shooting of a 1-year-old Mississippi boy ignites tension between police and Black residents
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Scheffler shoots 2 over at windy US Open, will need to rebound to complete the career Grand Slam

Scottie Scheffler's quest to complete the career Grand Slam is off to a slow start at the U.S. Open

Scheffler shoots 2 over at windy US Open, will need to rebound to complete the career Grand Slam
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Trading Day: Stocks rally, oil hits pre-Iran-war lows as Strait of Hormuz reopens for business

A tech-powered rally boosted U.S. stocks on Thursday, while crude prices dropped as supertankers sailed through the reopened Strait of Hormuz hours after

Trading Day: Stocks rally, oil hits pre-Iran-war lows as Strait of Hormuz reopens for business
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Political|US|World

US ICE says detainees at 'Alligator Alcatraz' detention center are relocated

Detainees at Florida's "Alligator Alcatraz" migrant detention center have been relocated to other facilities, the U.S.

US ICE says detainees at 'Alligator Alcatraz' detention center are relocated
Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU leaders agree to renew Russia sanctions for 12 months

European Union leaders agreed on Thursday to renew sanctions against Russia over its war against Ukraine for another 12 months, a spokesperson for the chair of the

EU leaders agree to renew Russia sanctions for 12 months
Election|Europe|Political|World

Voters cast ballots in Makerfield poll crucial to PM Starmer's future

The northern English area of Makerfield votes on Thursday in a local election that could return Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham to parliament,

Voters cast ballots in Makerfield poll crucial to PM Starmer's future
Business|Crime|Finance|Political|World

New Mexico Epstein probe subpoenas US Attorneys' offices

New Mexico legislators probing Jeffrey Epstein on Thursday subpoenaed U.S. Attorneys' offices in three states and the U.S.

New Mexico Epstein probe subpoenas US Attorneys' offices
Travel|World

Senator urges FAA to reject any pressure from Trump to approve triumphal arch over aviation safety

Democratic Sen. Tammy Duckworth has urged the Federal Aviation Administration to reject pressure from President Donald Trump to approve a 250-foot triumphal arch, citing concerns over aviation safety

Senator urges FAA to reject any pressure from Trump to approve triumphal arch over aviation safety
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Republicans blast Trump's Iran agreement as details emerge

U.S.

Republicans blast Trump's Iran agreement as details emerge
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Residents return to war-ravaged southern Lebanon with hope and sorrow after the US-Iran deal

Many Lebanese from the country's south hope the U.S.-Iran deal marks the start of better times

Residents return to war-ravaged southern Lebanon with hope and sorrow after the US-Iran deal
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US gas prices dip below $4 for 1st time since March but remain 25% higher than last year

U.S. gas prices have fallen to just below $4 a gallon on average, bringing some relief to drivers who have seen soaring costs amid Washington’s war with Iran

US gas prices dip below $4 for 1st time since March but remain 25% higher than last year
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Trump from 'hunted' to 'hunter': New book details Trump's push to test the limits of executive power

President Donald Trump believes that winning a second term in 2024 instead of 2020 has allowed him to return to the White House even more emboldened

Trump from 'hunted' to 'hunter': New book details Trump's push to test the limits of executive power
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US extends flight limits at New York area airports

The Federal Aviation Administration on Thursday said it was extending flight limits at the three major New York City area airports, citing air

US extends flight limits at New York area airports
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ICC sets July 24 vote on whether to remove chief prosecutor Karim Khan, WSJ reports

The International Criminal Court has scheduled a vote for July 24 on whether to remove chief prosecutor Karim Khan from office, the Wall Street Journal reported on Thursday, citing

ICC sets July 24 vote on whether to remove chief prosecutor Karim Khan, WSJ reports
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Carney says Canada, US held detailed, technical trade talks at G7

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said on Thursday he and his team had a series of discussions on trade issues with U.S. officials at the G7 summit in France this week, including

Carney says Canada, US held detailed, technical trade talks at G7
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Foreign holdings of US Treasuries rise in April, led by Japan, UK, data shows

Foreign holdings of U.S.

Foreign holdings of US Treasuries rise in April, led by Japan, UK, data shows
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Dollar hits one-year high on Fed hike bets; Japan warns on yen

The U.S. dollar index hit a one-year

Dollar hits one-year high on Fed hike bets; Japan warns on yen
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The paint is already peeling in Trump's renovated Washington Reflecting Pool

The paint on Washington's newly renovated Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on Thursday was peeling away from the bottom and into the algae-tinted water,

The paint is already peeling in Trump's renovated Washington Reflecting Pool
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Trump administration may alter slavery exhibit at Philadelphia site, court says

A federal appeals court on Thursday overturned a judge's ruling that prevented President Donald Trump's administration from replacing a slavery exhibit in

Trump administration may alter slavery exhibit at Philadelphia site, court says
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Cuba proposes sweeping reforms to socialist model amid US pressure

Cuba`s prime minister on Thursday presented lawmakers with sweeping measures backed by the Communist Party and former leader Raul Castro that would privatize a vast swath

Cuba proposes sweeping reforms to socialist model amid US pressure
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Trump says 'we should stop' Utah mail-in voting

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday that something should be done to stop mail-in voting in Utah ahead of the state's primaries next week.

Trump says 'we should stop' Utah mail-in voting
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Brent rises after Vance warns Israel against breaking ceasefire

Brent crude oil prices rose on Thursday after U.S.

Brent rises after Vance warns Israel against breaking ceasefire
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Foreigners bought $103 billion of US securities in April, Treasury holdings rise

Foreigners bought an estimated $103 billion of U.S. long-term securities in April while boosting their holdings of Treasury securities by $4 billion, the

Foreigners bought $103 billion of US securities in April, Treasury holdings rise
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Well done, young man: 17-year-old Russell's US Open debut impresses 54-year-old partner Harrington

As Miles Russell’s putt neared the hole on the ninth green, Padraig Harrington crouched down for a closer look at the way the ball broke

Well done, young man: 17-year-old Russell's US Open debut impresses 54-year-old partner Harrington
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Trump’s Iran agreement draws rare reproach from powerful Republicans

Trump’s Iran agreement draws rare reproach from powerful Republicans

Trump’s Iran agreement draws rare reproach from powerful Republicans
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Secret US-Iran proposals reveal fragile path toward broader nuclear deal

Secret US-Iran proposals reveal fragile path toward broader nuclear deal

Secret US-Iran proposals reveal fragile path toward broader nuclear deal
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Stocks rise on Wall Street, erasing much of their loss from a day earlier

Stocks closed higher on Wall Street, taking back most of their losses from a day earlier that were driven by anticipation that the Federal Reserve will likely raise interest rates this year in an effort to fight inflation

Stocks rise on Wall Street, erasing much of their loss from a day earlier
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New book reveals how Trump compared himself to Mao, Stalin, Attila the Hun

New book reveals how Trump compared himself to Mao, Stalin, Attila the Hun

New book reveals how Trump compared himself to Mao, Stalin, Attila the Hun
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Some GOP senators and Trump allies have harsh reviews of his agreement to end Iran war

Republican leaders on Capitol Hill are voicing strong reservations —- and some outright condemnation — of the Trump administration’s agreement to end the fighting in Iran

Some GOP senators and Trump allies have harsh reviews of his agreement to end Iran war
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Hegseth attacks NATO allies and announces a review of US forces in Europe

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has announced a six-month Pentagon review of American forces in Europe

Hegseth attacks NATO allies and announces a review of US forces in Europe
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Messi’s father ‘is going through a health situation,’ says his family

Messi’s father ‘is going through a health situation,’ says his family

Messi’s father ‘is going through a health situation,’ says his family
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An Uber carrying Argentina soccer fans was hit in shootings in Kansas City that left 1 man dead

Police say an Uber driver taking fans of Argentina’s soccer team to a World Cup match was among four people injured in a series of shootings in Kansas City, Missouri, that also left one man dead

An Uber carrying Argentina soccer fans was hit in shootings in Kansas City that left 1 man dead
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Iran's Khamenei says he approved MoU with US, despite reservations, after assurances on Iran's rights

Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei said on Thursday he had authorised a memorandum of understanding signed by the Iranian and U.S. presidents, despite holding a different view,

Iran's Khamenei says he approved MoU with US, despite reservations, after assurances on Iran's rights
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US judge allows challenges to Trump's mail-in voting order ahead of November elections

A federal judge in Boston on Thursday ruled that Democratic-led states and voting rights groups could proceed with lawsuits challenging U.S.

US judge allows challenges to Trump's mail-in voting order ahead of November elections
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Guyana UN candidate calls maintaining UN 'collective responsibility'

Guyana's candidate to be United Nations secretary-general said on Thursday there is a collective responsibility to ensure the world body can continue to act as a force for good,

Guyana UN candidate calls maintaining UN 'collective responsibility'
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Slovak government wins confidence vote after debt breach

Slovakia's parliament backed the government on Thursday in a confidence vote triggered by a breach of the country's legal debt limits, but the move sharpened debate over fiscal

Slovak government wins confidence vote after debt breach
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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
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Wall St indexes advance with boost from chips, Iran optimism

U.S. stock indexes rallied on Thursday, with the Nasdaq's 1.9% advance boosted by gains in semiconductor shares, while inflation fears eased

Wall St indexes advance with boost from chips, Iran optimism
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US has seized more than 50 drones near World Cup sites, DHS says

U.S. agencies have seized more than 50 drones near FIFA World Cup sites since the start of the tournament last week, Homeland Security Secretary

US has seized more than 50 drones near World Cup sites, DHS says
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Arizona prosecutors dismissing fake elector case but vow to seek new indictment

Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes is dismissing a criminal case that alleged President Donald Trump’s former chief of staff Mark Meadows, former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani and others tried to overturn Trump’s 2020 loss in the state

Arizona prosecutors dismissing fake elector case but vow to seek new indictment
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US diplomats depart Latin America-focused mission amid clashes with Trump ally

Several senior U.S. diplomats posted to the Organization of American States have quit or been fired amid clashes with a Trump-appointed ambassador,

US diplomats depart Latin America-focused mission amid clashes with Trump ally
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Vance warns Israeli critics over Iran deal: Trump is your only ally

U.S.

Vance warns Israeli critics over Iran deal: Trump is your only ally
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Brazil's Flavio Bolsonaro pitches crime crackdown to boost presidential bid

Brazilian Senator Flavio Bolsonaro is banking on a hard-line crackdown on crime to win over independent voters and shore up his base, as he looks to

Brazil's Flavio Bolsonaro pitches crime crackdown to boost presidential bid
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Euphoric Knicks fans flood New York for NBA championship ticker-tape parade

Delirious New York Knicks fans flooded the streets of Lower Manhattan on Thursday for a ticker-tape parade celebrating the newly crowned

Euphoric Knicks fans flood New York for NBA championship ticker-tape parade
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Trump administration can replace Washington slavery exhibit in Philadelphia, appeals court says

A federal appeals court panel says the Trump administration can replace a slavery exhibit at George Washington’s home in Philadelphia

Trump administration can replace Washington slavery exhibit in Philadelphia, appeals court says
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South Africa keeps its World Cup hopes alive with a 1-1 draw against the Czech Republic

Teboho Mokoena started the game with tears in his eyes and finished it with a smile on his face after converting a second-half penalty in South Africa’s 1-1 draw with the Czech Republic at the World Cup

South Africa keeps its World Cup hopes alive with a 1-1 draw against the Czech Republic
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US women’s team coach Emma Hayes sees a future where soccer is America’s No. 1 sport

US women’s team coach Emma Hayes sees a future where soccer is America’s No. 1 sport

US women’s team coach Emma Hayes sees a future where soccer is America’s No. 1 sport
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JD Vance slams Israeli officials who criticized Iran deal, deepening rift between allies

U.S. Vice President JD Vance has lashed out at members of Israel’s government, saying that the country is deeply isolated and its leaders have failed to appreciate U.S. diplomatic and military support

JD Vance slams Israeli officials who criticized Iran deal, deepening rift between allies
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There are many questions about the Iran deal. Here are (some) answers.

The agreement struck between the United States and Iran aims to end the war, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, ease sanctions on the Islamic Republic and relaunch nuclear talks with a 60-day deadline

There are many questions about the Iran deal. Here are (some) answers.
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Gunmen attack Niger airport, killing 11 soldiers and 2 civilians, officials say

Authorities in Niger say that an attack at the airport in Niger’s capital has killed 11 soldiers and two civilians, while 22 of the attackers have been killed by security forces

Gunmen attack Niger airport, killing 11 soldiers and 2 civilians, officials say