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A nationwide US flight suspension caused by a copper wire upgrade has prompted scrutiny of aviation infrastructure, while diplomatic tensions continue to rise with Ukraine's president stating the US has proposed ceding Donbas territory in exchange for NATO membership. Elsewhere, a major art dispute emerged over a Van Gogh painting sold at Sotheby's for $180 million that is now being challenged as potentially sold under duress, and Hungarian authorities uncovered $20 million during an investigation into an Orbán-era minister.
Trump abruptly ends NBC interview after clash over 'rigged election' claim
During the interview, the president was repeatedly challenged on several points by the show's presenter Kristen Welker.
Last-minute visas and moving training camp: Iran's road to the World Cup
Iran's participation has become one of the most complex stories of the tournament.
Israel strikes Beirut suburb days after US-brokered truce
Israel says the attacks on the Lebanese capital were ordered "in response to Hezbollah's firing at Israeli territory".
One dead, five injured after shooting in Israel
The suspect opened fire from a car in several locations before being shot dead.
Gold and Silver Bleed 23% and 44% Despite US-Iran War and Rising CPI
Gold and silver have shed a combined trillion dollars in market value from their January peaks, with gold trading near…
Hundreds of captives freed from Boko Haram mountain hideout
The group includes many women and children who were abducted in March from an area close to Cameroon.
Iran's World Cup team lands in Mexico amid US visa row
All of Iran's group games are in the US, but players and support staff will have to fly in and out of the country on…
US Labor Market Remains Resilient According To The Cleveland Fed
The American job market continues to defy predictions.
We Need VAT and UBI
The author argues that automation has fundamentally disrupted labor markets, making work an inefficient mechanism for…
Zelensky criticises 'vile' Chornobyl drone strike ahead of London talks
Ukrainian officials say a Russian drone hit a storage facility for spent nuclear fuel near the Chornobyl nuclear plant.
Huge crowds throng Madrid streets for Pope's open-air mass
The pontiff waved at those gathered from his popemobile as he arrived at the Plaza de Cibeles.
Steve Rosenberg: Lasting image of Russia's economic forum is plume of smoke over St Petersburg
The BBC's Russia editor saw Putin's flagship economic event overshadowed by Ukrainian drones attacks.
Bank of Russia Confirms September Rollout for Digital Ruble, With Top Banks ‘Ready and Connected’
Alla Bakina, Director of the Bank of Russia’s National Payment System Department, highlighted that most private banks in…
'It was either killed or be killed' - ongoing nightmares of an ex-child soldier in Somalia
Yusuf Ali, now 34, struggles with his memories living in Mogadishu surrounded by dark reminders of his past.
Insecurity and instability drive voters in Peru's tight presidential race
After eight presidents in 10 years, many voters are looking for stability so the next president can focus on tackling…
New U.S. college grads now have higher unemployment than the average worker
Recent college graduates now face higher unemployment than the average U.S.
Funeral held for baby shot dead by Israeli troops in occupied West Bank
The seven-month-old boy's shrouded body was wrapped in a Palestinian flag and carried by his father to the graveyard.
Hegseth attacks Europe over 'invasion' of migrants on its beaches in D-Day speech
The US defence secretary was speaking in Normandy, 82 years after allied forces launched their operation to liberate…
Pope Leo begins Spain visit with praise for government
On the first day of his official seven-day tour of Spain, the Pope praises the country's "active commitment to peace and…
Pentagon raised threat of Israeli spying on U.S. to highest level, sources say
The Pentagon's Defense Intelligence Agency has raised Israel's counterintelligence threat level to "critical," citing…
Sriram Krishnan is leaving his role as White House AI advisor
Krishnan is reportedly starting a new institution to continue shaping Trump's AI policy.
Over 80 Nations Adopt Alternatives To The US Dollar
More than 80 countries are now seeking to reduce their dependence on the US dollar, a movement gaining unprecedented…
Xi Jinping to Visit North Korea Since 2019, Crypto Markets on Alert
Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit North Korea on June 8-9, 2026, at Kim Jong Un’s invitation.
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Lebanon says three soldiers killed in Israeli attack on car
The Israeli military is investigating the incident in south Lebanon, where it is fighting Hezbollah.
Scores of Ukrainian drones target St Petersburg in attack Russia calls 'unprecedented'
The regional governor urges residents to remain indoors for the first time since the beginning of the war.
Crypto and Stocks Crash Together as Hot Jobs Data Kills Rate Cut Hopes Across All Assets
Friday was not a normal down day.
Man dies after bitten by shark in Western Australia, police say
The man was spearfishing off Michaelmas Island with his family, according to local reports.
FBI Hunts Escaped Georgia Inmate Linked to $11M Schwab Fraud Case
The FBI is offering a reward of up to $10,000 as authorities continue searching for Arthur Lee Cofield, an escaped…
US and Iran exchange strikes in Gulf in latest test of ceasefire
The US military says it struck Iranian drones and radar sites.