A new U.S.-Iran framework was meant to reduce tensions and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. But fresh weekend strikes have already put the fragile agreement under pressure before technical talks begin in Doha.
Russia Warns NATO After $80 Billion Ukraine Pledge — Europe’s Security Gamble Is Getting Bigger
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NATO Survives Another Trump Shock — But Europe Knows the Real Test Is Still Coming
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European Union governments have approved legislation to remove duties on many U.S. goods, moving to meet a July deadline and avoid a renewed transatlantic trade conflict.
Jun 21, 09:49 PM
Private credit has become one of the fastest-growing parts of global finance. Now the Bank of England is testing what could happen if a severe global shock exposes risks outside the traditional banking system.
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Open deskPresident Recep Tayyip Erdoğan says he hopes the United States will approve the sale of F-35 fighter jets to Türkiye. President Donald Trump has signaled that sanctions could be lifted and a possible return to the program considered — but the Russian S-400 issue remains unresolve
Europe’s governments are under growing pressure to spend more on defence, pensions and industrial policy. Central bankers warn that this could threaten the independence of institutions responsible for controlling inflation.
A landmark Supreme Court ruling has given the president broader authority to fire officials at independent federal agencies. Supporters call it democratic accountability. Critics warn it could reshape consumer protection, labor rights and corporate oversight for decades.
Business
Open deskRetailers are using AI to create product images, virtual models and marketing campaigns at scale. As new EU transparency rules approach, the biggest question is whether consumers should always be told when an ad was generated or altered by artificial intelligence.
France is mobilising €13 billion in new funding for European technology companies as governments across the continent seek to reduce dependence on foreign platforms, chips, cloud infrastructure and AI systems.
AI companies and Big Tech giants are turning to debt markets to fund a massive infrastructure race, raising new questions about spending, investor confidence and long-term returns.
Tech
Open deskAI-powered search summaries are changing how people find information online, raising new concerns over publisher traffic, content ownership and the future of the open web.
Enterprise AI is moving beyond chatbots in 2026, with companies using AI agents to analyze data, build reports, manage workflows and reshape how office work gets done.
AI is no longer just a software feature. In 2026, the biggest technology products are turning artificial intelligence into cars, glasses, phones, laptops, home devices and personal assistants.
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EU foreign ministers are debating whether to restrict trade with Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank. The move could mark a major shift in Europe’s Middle East policy — but internal divisions may stop Brussels from acting.
Jul 12, 08:43 PM
Global institutions say the world economy has remained more resilient than expected despite the Middle East war and energy-market pressure. But the real test may still be ahead if shipping routes, oil prices and inflation begin moving together.
Jul 12, 08:40 PM
The European Central Bank is ordering euro zone banks to prepare detailed plans against AI-enabled cyber threats, warning that attacks on financial systems could become faster, more automated and more disruptive.
Jul 12, 03:18 PM
President Donald Trump has removed key members of the U.S. Election Assistance Commission months before the midterm elections, raising urgent questions about federal power, election security and political control over voting rules.
Jul 12, 03:09 PM
Iran says it has closed the Strait of Hormuz after fresh U.S.-Iran strikes, while Washington insists commercial traffic continues. The dispute over one of the world’s most important energy routes could push oil prices, inflation and global security fears sharply higher.
Jul 12, 02:40 PM
U.S. senators say they have reached an agreement with the Trump administration to advance new Russia sanctions. The proposal could target countries that keep buying Russian oil and gas, turning the Ukraine war into a larger fight over global energy, trade and diplomatic power.
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OpenEuropean military leaders are calling for a major rethink of how NATO prepares for conflict, with cheaper drones, stronger air defence and faster weapons production replacing older assumptions about expensive military systems.
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OpenMeme coins remain one of the most speculative corners of the crypto market. While Dogecoin, Shiba Inu and Pepe still dominate the category, newer tokens such as MemeCore, Pudgy Penguins and political meme coins are fighting for market share.
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OpenThe European Central Bank is ordering euro zone banks to prepare detailed plans against AI-enabled cyber threats, warning that attacks on financial systems could become faster, more automated and more disruptive.
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OpenThree progressive candidates backed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani defeated establishment-supported rivals in Democratic primaries — including two sitting members of Congress. The result is already reshaping the fight over the future of the Democratic Party.
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