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A nationwide US flight ground stop, described as the longest since 9/11, was caused by a routine copper wire equipment upgrade according to the transportation secretary. Meanwhile, Ukraine claims to have knocked out 36% of Russia's oil refining capacity in under two weeks, escalating the conflict's impact on Russian infrastructure. The White House has reportedly announced that Trump, Putin, and Xi plan a historic joint meeting in China next week, signaling potential diplomatic developments amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.
India cockroach protests: Videos show officers firing 'pellet guns'
Thousands of people have taken to the streets in Delhi as part of the cockroach protests, calling for educational reforms.
World chess chief faces endgame after EU announces Russia war sanctions
Arkady Dvorkovich, a former Russian deputy prime minister, now faces an EU travel ban and asset freeze.
Nigeria's president approves largest military expansion in recent times
The government is under intense pressure to tackle a slew of armed groups, many of whom attack civilians.
Four Palestinians and two Israelis killed in West Bank shooting
Palestinians say villagers came under attack by settlers, while the Israeli military says a Palestinian stole a weapon…
Tanzanian lecturer arrested over anti-government protests charged with terrorism
He is among more than 130 people detained over planned protests calling for democratic reforms.
Eight Newly Produced MQ-9 Reaper Drones Destroyed in Iranian Strike
India Orders GitHub to Remove Jack Dorsey’s Bitchat App Amid Offline Messaging Concerns
India has become vigilant about decentralized communication technology after issuing an order to GitHub to disable…
EU Strikes Russia’s War Economy with New Crypto Bans and Banking Sanctions
The European Union approved its 21st sanctions package against Russia on Thursday.
German battery maker Varta files insolvency applications
South Africa's president wins bid to temporarily halt impeachment inquiry over 'Farmgate'
Ramaphosa has faced scrutiny following the theft of large sums of cash from his private farm in 2020.
Charles Schwab Calls CLARITY Act a ‘Fundamental Catalyst’ as White House and Thune Clash Over Timing
Charles Schwab, which manages $13 trillion in client assets, is calling the CLARITY Act a “really important fundamental…
Watch: Are Trump's tariffs delivering on his objectives?
The BBC's Samira Hussain explains how President Trump's tariffs affect US economy, who pays the price, and whether…
Watch: Wildfires rage across France and Spain
French authorities order evacuations in tourist hot spot, as Spain's government declares national emergency.
IRGC Claims It Destroyed Amazon's Bahrain Data Center
Future euro banknote design proposals
The European Central Bank is soliciting public feedback on ten shortlisted design proposals for the next generation of…
US and Iran trade more strikes in Gulf as fears of escalation mount
It comes as Iran condemned the US plan to use frozen Iranian assets to pay for war damages.
Tech titan ordered to pay ex-wife $644m in divorce settlement
The divorce, involving the chairman of one of South Korea's biggest companies, has gripped the nation.
Why have thousands taken to the streets? India's 'cockroach' protest explained
India is seeing one of its biggest protests in recent years. But why did it start? And why is the mascot a cockroach?
Gold Rebounds as Fund Managers Turn Bullish
Gold rebounds after a 26% drop. Fund managers consider it undervalued for the first time since March 2023.
France orders evacuation of tourist spot as hundreds flee wildfires by boat
The fire has raged in the region for several days with officials now ordering the evacuation of the entire Cap Ferret…
Russia's businesses under strain from Ukraine's attacks on Wildberries
Ukrainian drones have attacked multiple warehouses of Russia's largest online retailer Wildberries over several days,…
SEC Begins 24-Hour Stock Trading Talks as NYSE and Nasdaq Extend Trading Hours
The Securities and Exchange Commission of the U.S.
The Yen Suffers Its Worst Plunge in Four Decades
The yen hit 163.23 to the dollar on July 21, 2026, its lowest level since December 1986.
Families still search for bodies a month after Venezuela earthquakes
Officials say the death toll has surpassed 5,300, though estimates of the number still missing could be as high as…
Wisconsin Warns Election-Market Traders They May Be Disqualified From Voting
Wisconsin election officials say residents who trade contracts tied to an election may become ineligible to vote in that…
Dem senator calls GOP’s CLARITY ethics proposal a ‘piece of shit’: Politico
On Wednesday, Senate Republicans released the proposed text for the CLARITY Act, which has been met with pushback from…
SEC sets September talks on move toward 24-hour stock trading
Nasdaq, Cboe and the London Stock Exchange are among major exchanges moving toward longer trading hours.
CJP protest: The youth movement India's Modi didn't see coming
The CJP protest began with exam paper leaks. It became India's biggest student movement in years - why?