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US intensifies strikes on Iran, Tehran hits US Gulf allies
The US reimposed a naval blockade on Iran and disabled an oil tanker as strikes targeted Iranian military sites; Iran responded by targeting US military sites in neighboring count…
Argentina fans celebrate win over England
Argentina fans around the world celebrate the team's 2-1 win over England in the World Cup semi-final, waving flags, setting off fireworks and singing praises about the team after…
Turkey marks 10th anniversary of coup attempt with drone show
The 10th anniversary of Turkey's failed coup was marked by a drone display in Istanbul, as Erdogan pledged ongoing action against the group accused of plotting the coup. #News #Re…
Russian missile strikes kill two people in Kyiv
Russian ballistic missiles struck at least two districts in the Ukrainian capital Kyiv early on July 16, triggering fires and killing two people, officials said. #ukraine #kyiv …
Meet the two fans being paid $50,000 to watch the World Cup
⚽ World Cup lovers Kevin Akoto and Austin Franklin have the dream job. Earning $50,000 each to watch every match as ‘Chief World Cup Watchers’ for US broadcaster Fox One. #News #R…
China’s wealth crackdown
Beijing’s tightening grip on cross-border flows could threaten Hong Kong’s new status as a top offshore hub. In this Viewsroom debate, Breakingviews columnists discuss what it mea…
Senator Collins backs pause on ICE traffic stops
Senator Susan Collins backed a temporary halt to routine Immigration and Customs Enforcements traffic stops, diverging from President Trump who rejected a pause. #ice #us #susanco…
US House passes bill to make daylight saving time permanent
The U.S. House of Representatives overwhelmingly voted to pass a bill making daylight saving time permanent and ending the twice-yearly practice of changing clocks that has been o…
Can Russia's economy survive the war? | Econ World
Russia is paying an increasingly high price for President Vladimir Putin’s war in Ukraine. Growth is spluttering and inflation is rising once again as Ukrainian attacks push up fu…
Fujimori confirmed as Peru's president-elect
Peru's president-elect Keiko Fujimori received her official credentials in Lima, becoming the first woman elected by popular vote to lead the country's government. #peru #keikofuj…
Stripe, Advent offer over $53 billion for PayPal, sources say
Stripe and private equity firm Advent International have made a joint offer to acquire PayPal Holdings for $60.50 per share, in a deal that would value the payments company at mor…
United warns of $6 bln hit on fuel costs amid oil-price surge
United Airlines expects nearly $6 billion in additional fuel costs this year due to rising oil prices but raised its full-year profit forecast to $9-$11 per share. #News #Reuters …
Fujimori formally confirmed as Peru's president-elect
Keiko Fujimori became the first woman elected by popular vote to lead Peru after defeating Roberto Sanchez in the June 7 runoff; she will take office on July 28, Peru’s Independen…
Hegseth announces testosterone screening for US troops
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth mandated annual testosterone screening for troops aged 30 and older, with optional treatment for those diagnosed with low levels. #News #Reuters …
Hegseth announces testosterone screening for US troops
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced mandatory annual testosterone screening for troops 30 years old or above, an initiative he said was aimed at combating testosterone d…
Argentina fans celebrate in Times Square
Argentina fans marched through New York’s Times Square on July 15 after Argentina’s 2-1 victory over England at the World Cup semi-final. Brandishing blue and white jerseys and fl…
Wall Street ends higher on cool inflation data, strong earnings
Wall Street stocks gained ground as softening inflation data and a robust beginning of second-quarter earnings season put investors in a buying mood. #News #Reuters #Newsfeed #uni…
Senator Collins breaks with Trump, backs pause on ICE traffic stops
Maine Republican Senator Susan Collins backed a temporary halt on routine ICE traffic stops after two fatal shootings in a week, diverging from Trump who rejected a pause. #News #…
US House passes bill to make daylight saving time permanent
The US House of Representatives passed a bill that would make daylight saving time permanent and sent the bill to the Senate for consideration. Correspondent David Shepardson expl…
Blanche says he's not a 'yes man' as he's grilled over Trump loyalty
During a tense US Senate panel questioning, attorney general nominee Todd Blanche was asked if he and Trump were friends. Blanche replied, 'I'm his lawyer,' before quickly correct…
Blanche says he's not a 'yes man' as he's grilled over Trump loyalty
President Donald Trump's attorney general nominee, Todd Blanche, faced tense bipartisan questioning at a U.S. Senate panel. When Republican Senator John Kennedy of Louisiana asked…
Stripe, Advent offer over $53 billion for PayPal, sources say
Stripe and private equity firm Advent International have made a joint offer to acquire PayPal Holdings for $60.50 per share, in a deal that would value the payments company at mor…
Europe protects infrastructure from heat with water spray, white paint
CORRECTION: Amid record heat, Europe is turning to an array of fixes for aging infrastructure, from dousing the tarmac with water to a surprisingly simple tool: white paint. We wi…
🎥 Nolan's 'The Odyssey' premieres in New York with fanfare
Christopher Nolan's adaptation of the Greek classic 'The Odyssey' premiered in New York on July 14, drawing fanfare and some controversy. "A choice that Mr. Nolan made is to make …
LIVE: Fans gather in Buenos Aires after Argentina beats England in World Cup semi-finals
World Cup fans gather at Buenos Aires’ obelisk after defending champion Argentina beats England in the World Cup semi-finals, with a score of 2-1. #fifaworldcup #worldcup #bueno…
Europe protects infrastructure from heat with water spray, white paint
As Europe's railways buckle under record heat, roads melt and power grids strain, countries are turning to an array of fixes for aging infrastructure, from dousing the tarmac with…
LIVE: Vessel traffic in Strait of Hormuz
A vessel tracker shows traffic in the Strait of Hormuz. The U.S. struck Iran's coastal defenses and missile sites on Wednesday after reimposing a naval blockade of its ports, whil…
Could Iran's allies close a second key shipping route?
Iran warned that its campaign to throttle global energy markets could expand beyond the Strait of Hormuz to the vital Red Sea route if US attacks continue, a threat that would dep…
Wildfires kill livestock, destroy farm in Algeria's Bejaia
Wildfires in Algeria's Bejaia province destroyed farms and killed livestock as civil protection teams worked to contain over 120 fires across multiple regions. #News #Reuters #New…
Merz says he doesn't want the US to interfere in German elections
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said he does not want the US government or its institutions to interfere in Germany's state elections in September. #News #Reuters #Newsfeed #germ…