Market Overview The crypto market slipped on Friday as investors showed risk aversion ahead of the upcoming U.S. core PCE inflation data. The CoinDesk 20 Index, a broad measure of the market, dropped 3.6% in the last 24 hours, with nearly all major tokens trading lower. Analysts say the Federal Reserve’s interest-rate decisions could be […]
Australia has accused Iran of directing a series of antisemitic arson attacks on its soil and has announced the expulsion of Iranian diplomats. The decision follows intelligence findings that linked Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) to attacks on Jewish institutions in Sydney and Melbourne. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese called the incidents “extraordinary and dangerous […]
A highly anticipated meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin ended on Friday without a ceasefire agreement in the ongoing Ukraine war. While no breakthrough was announced, both leaders claimed “progress” had been made during the short summit. Warm Welcome for Putin in Alaska Putin received a red-carpet reception upon landing […]
Deadly Strike Targets Gaza Press Tent A deadly Israeli airstrike in Gaza City on Sunday night killed six Palestinian journalists, including Anas al-Sharif, one of the territory’s most recognizable media voices. Five of the victims worked for Al Jazeera: Anas al-Sharif Mohammed Qraiqea Ibrahim al-Thaher Mohamed Nofal Mohammed al-Khaldi (freelance) The journalists were inside a […]
Widespread Import Taxes Begin The U.S. government has officially implemented major new tariffs on products imported from dozens of countries. These import taxes, introduced by President Donald Trump, are aimed at protecting American industries and balancing trade, but they are expected to cause higher prices for everyday goods in the U.S. Goods from several key […]
Over 50 Texas Democrats have left the state to block a controversial vote on new congressional maps that could heavily favor Republicans ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. The move has triggered sharp threats from Governor Greg Abbott, who warned he may remove them from office if they don’t return immediately. Why Did Texas Democrats […]
U.S. Supports Peace Efforts Amid Deadly Border Clashes Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that American diplomats have arrived in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, to help facilitate cease-fire negotiations between Thailand and Cambodia, as deadly fighting continues along their shared border. The conflict, which started last week, has already claimed the lives of at least 35 […]
Canada Draws a Line in Trade Talks With President Trump With the deadline to avoid new U.S. tariffs quickly approaching, Prime Minister Mark Carney has signaled that Canada is not willing to sign a trade deal at any cost. Following an emergency summit with leaders from Canada’s 10 provinces and 3 territories in Huntsville, Ontario, […]
As widespread flooding continues to impact several regions of Pakistan, the Pakistan Army is actively conducting large-scale rescue operations to help affected communities. Helicopter Missions Save Dozens in Remote Areas Using Army Aviation helicopters, the military has reached remote and difficult-to-access areas, rescuing stranded individuals and delivering urgent supplies. Among the key rescue efforts: 3 […]
Startup Rainmaker Blamed by Conspiracy Theorists After Deadly Storms Augustus Doricko, founder of weather-tech startup Rainmaker, never expected the backlash he’s facing now. After severe floods hit Texas, killing over 100 people and leaving many missing, Doricko and his company have become the center of online conspiracy theories suggesting cloud seeding may have triggered the […]