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- 1Congress faulted for symbolic push against Trump's Iran war●Congress doesn’t want to stop Trump’s Iran war. It wants to pretend it tried
Commentary out of Washington argues that Congress has no real intention of halting President Trump's military confrontation with Iran, and that legislators' moves to constrain him are largely performative — an effort to appear to have tried stopping the conflict without actually doing so. The piece reflects ongoing debate over whether lawmakers will exercise their authority over war powers as tensions with Iran continue.
- 2SpaceX Aims for Hourly Starship Flights in Ambitious Scale-Up●The Goal for SpaceX’s Starship Is Hourly Flights. That Scale Is Unimaginable.
SpaceX's long-term goal for its Starship rocket is to fly as often as once an hour, a launch cadence far beyond anything achieved in spaceflight history. Commentators note that such a scale of operations would be unprecedented and could transform access to orbit, while observers question whether the technical and regulatory hurdles can be overcome on that timeline.
- 3S&P 500 Futures Rise Ahead of Jobs and PCE Data▼US Stock Market Today: S&P 500 Futures Rise As Traders Eye Jobs And PCE Data
S&P 500 futures are trading higher as US investors position themselves ahead of two closely watched economic releases: the monthly jobs report and the Personal Consumption Expenditures price index. The two sets of data are seen as key indicators of the labour market's strength and inflation's trajectory, and traders will be parsing them for clues about the Federal Reserve's next moves on interest rates.
- 4Qatar Charity delivers emergency aid in North Kordofan, Sudan●Qatar Charity Delivers Emergency Aid to War-Displaced and Disaster-Affected Families in North Kordofan
Qatar Charity has delivered emergency humanitarian assistance to families displaced by war and hit by disasters in Sudan's North Kordofan state. The aid comes as Sudan's conflict continues to displace large numbers of people, leaving many families in urgent need of food, shelter and basic supplies. The distribution highlights the role of Gulf-based charities in filling gaps in the international humanitarian response.
- 5Senate takes final votes before midterm elections▼This week: Senate takes final votes before elections
The US Senate is holding its final round of votes this week before lawmakers head home to campaign for the November elections. With control of Congress at stake, the session marks the last chance to advance pending legislation and confirmations until after Election Day, and both parties are watching how vulnerable members position themselves on close votes.
- 6Olympic cycling champion Katy Marchant announces retirement●Olympic champion Marchant retires from cycling
British Olympic cycling champion Katy Marchant has announced her retirement from the sport. Marchant, who won gold as part of Great Britain's team sprint squad at the Rio 2016 Olympics, was among the country's leading track sprinters. The announcement closes a career spanning more than a decade at the top of British cycling.
- 7Bitcoin Slides on Geopolitical Tensions and Rate-Hike Fears▼Bitcoin Falls as Geopolitical Concerns, U.S. Rate-Rise Prospects Weigh -- Market Talk
Bitcoin declined as investors weighed geopolitical tensions and the prospect of further U.S. interest-rate increases, both of which dampen appetite for riskier assets such as cryptocurrencies. Market commentary attributed the drop to the combination of global uncertainty and tighter monetary policy expectations from the Federal Reserve.
- 8UK Investigates Possible Terror Plot at Air Base●What We Know About the Possible Terror Plot Thwarted at a U.K. Air Base
Reports say a possible terrorist plot targeting a British air base was thwarted, with authorities providing limited details so far about the suspects, the target and how the plan was uncovered. The story is drawing wide attention as officials confirm investigations are under way and question what the incident means for base security.
- 9Alabama Takes TikTok to Court Over Children's Mental Health●TikTok On Trial: Alabama Says Platform Hurts Kids Mental Health
Alabama has filed legal action against TikTok, arguing that the platform harms children's mental health. The lawsuit adds to a growing series of state-level legal challenges in the United States accusing social media companies of designing addictive features that damage young users' wellbeing. The case is drawing attention to ongoing debates over tech regulation and child safety online.
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Huawei has released openPangu 2.0, its AI software stack, as an open-source project. The move gives developers direct access to Huawei's AI tooling and signals the company's effort to build a broader developer ecosystem around its AI technology, in line with a wider industry trend of opening up foundation model and AI infrastructure software.
- 11Kallas calls for more EU warships in Red Sea mission●Kallas urges more EU warships for Red Sea mission amid rising threats
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas has urged member states to contribute additional warships to the EU's Red Sea naval mission, citing rising threats to shipping in the region. The appeal comes as the bloc seeks to bolster protection of commercial vessels against attacks, with the operation dependent on voluntary national contributions.
- 12A key week ahead for the global economy as threats rise▼The week ahead: A key moment for the global economy as threats rise
The coming week is being framed as a pivotal moment for the global economy, with analysts warning that mounting threats could shape the economic outlook. Commentators are watching for signals on growth, inflation and policy responses as risks to the world economy intensify.
- 13Iran says it is ready for 'doomsday war' as Trump rejects cease-fire●Iran ready for 'doomsday war' after Trump rejects cease-fire proposal — but still wants peace: Tehran negotiator
A Tehran negotiator said Iran is prepared for what he called a 'doomsday war' after Donald Trump rejected a cease-fire proposal, while stressing that Iran still wants peace. The statement signals escalating rhetoric between Tehran and Washington, with talks over ending hostilities at a standstill even as Iranian officials insist they are not seeking wider conflict.
- 14Iran-linked accounts posed as Israelis before election, probe finds▼Iran-linked social media accounts posing as Israelis to target election, investigation reveals
An investigation has revealed that social media accounts linked to Iran posed as Israeli users in an effort to influence the Israeli election. The covert network reportedly spread content designed to sway voters while concealing its Iranian origin, raising fresh concerns about foreign interference in the country's electoral process and the broader spread of state-backed disinformation campaigns online.
- 15EU Council names first five defence projects of common interest●European defence industry: Council identifies the first five projects of common interest
The Council of the European Union has identified the first five projects of common interest for the European defence industry. The move is part of EU efforts to strengthen industrial cooperation among member states and boost joint defence capabilities. The decision signals a push toward closer integration of Europe's defence manufacturing base amid heightened security concerns.
- 16Five arrested near US-operated UK air base in terror plot▼5 arrested near US-operated air base in UK terror plot
British authorities have arrested five people in connection with an alleged terrorism plot near a US-operated air base in the United Kingdom. The arrests, reported across multiple US news outlets, involved counterterrorism police and have prompted questions about security around American military facilities on British soil. Details about the suspects or the alleged plot have not been released.
- 17Hawaiians face 'storm fatigue' as Hurricane Nolo threat fades●‘Storm fatigue’: Hawaiians reeling from back-to-back hurricanes as Nolo’s threats diminish
Residents of Hawaii are coping with what locals call 'storm fatigue' after enduring back-to-back hurricanes in quick succession. With Tropical Storm Nolo's threats now diminishing, communities are assessing damage and beginning recovery, while expressing exhaustion from repeated preparations, evacuations, and uncertainty caused by the unusually active stretch of storms hitting the islands.
- 18Ireland soccer chief says team raised Gaza awareness in Israel match●Ireland soccer boss says team ‘raised awareness’ about Gaza during Israel game
The head of Ireland's football association said the team 'raised awareness' about Gaza during their game against Israel, drawing attention to the conflict through the high-profile fixture. The remark has sparked debate about whether national sports teams should take political stances, with reactions divided between those praising the statement and critics calling it an inappropriate mixing of sport and politics.
- 19BYD confirms 2027 launch of solid-state battery electric car●BYD has confirmed plans to launch an electric car with a solid-state battery in 2027
Chinese automaker BYD has confirmed plans to bring an electric car with a solid-state battery to market in 2027. The move would place the world's largest EV maker among the first automakers to commercialise the technology, which promises greater energy density, faster charging and improved safety over conventional lithium-ion cells.
- 20Trump intensifies pressure campaign on the American press▼President Trump intensifies war on American press
President Trump is escalating his confrontations with the American press, according to coverage of his latest actions and statements targeting news organisations. The move fits a broader pattern of hostility toward journalists and media outlets, drawing criticism from press freedom advocates who warn it undermines the First Amendment and the public's access to independent reporting.
- 21Strategy buys 1,665 more bitcoin, holdings hit 847,666 BTC●'Even more orange': Strategy buys 1,665 bitcoin for $143 million as total holdings reach 847,666 BTC
Strategy, formerly MicroStrategy, has purchased an additional 1,665 bitcoin for roughly $143 million, lifting its total holdings to 847,666 BTC. The company continues its aggressive accumulation strategy, remaining by far the largest corporate holder of bitcoin. The purchase follows the firm's routine weekly disclosure pattern, which investors and crypto market watchers track closely as a signal of institutional demand.
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A US envoy has revealed why Washington turned down an Iranian offer concerning the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments. The envoy's remarks shed light on the terms Iran put forward and the reasons the United States found them unacceptable, amid ongoing tensions between the two countries and broader disputes over Tehran's nuclear programme and regional influence.
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Asian share markets fell as oil prices and government bond yields rose, keeping investors cautious. Reuters reported the decline across the region, with rising energy costs and higher borrowing costs weighing on sentiment. Traders are watching whether the gains in oil and yields continue, since both can squeeze corporate margins and pressure valuations.
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HSBC is rolling out artificial intelligence across its trade finance operations, aiming to speed up document checks, reduce manual processing, and cut fraud risk in one of banking's most paperwork-heavy businesses. The move underlines how major banks are shifting AI from pilots to core transaction banking workflows.
- 25Apple Plans Custom Modems Inside Every 2027 iPhone▼Apple Plans To Put Its Own Custom Modems Inside Every 2027 iPhone
Apple is reportedly planning to equip every iPhone model released in 2027 with its own custom-designed modem chips, replacing the Qualcomm modems it currently relies on. The shift is part of Apple's long-running effort to bring more chip design in-house following its work on processors and wireless components.
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Researchers at Michigan State University report that adult retinas are capable of repairing themselves, challenging the long-held view that retinal tissue cannot regenerate. The finding could open new avenues for treating vision loss and degenerative eye conditions, and it is drawing attention for its potential implications for future regenerative therapies.
- 27Padel moves a step closer to Olympic inclusion▼Messi and Alcaraz love it, now padel takes step closer to Olympics
Padel, the racquet sport championed by stars such as Lionel Messi and Carlos Alcaraz, has taken a significant step toward joining the Olympic programme. The fast-growing sport, already popular in Spain and Latin America and expanding worldwide, is being promoted by high-profile backers as officials push its case for future Olympic recognition and inclusion.
- 28Ireland beat Israel 3-0 wearing black armbands for Gaza▼Ireland beats Israel 3-0 wearing black armbands to support Gaza
Ireland's football team defeated Israel 3-0 while wearing black armbands in a show of support for Gaza. The gesture, combining a sporting result with a political statement, drew attention internationally, with reports highlighting both the match outcome and the symbolism of the armbands amid ongoing debate over the conflict.
- 29Meta Stock Dips Premarket on Weak Forecast▼META Stock Dips Premarket After Q2 Report: Meta’s Forecast Miss Has Investors Worried, Retail Turns More Bearish
Meta shares fell in premarket trading following its second-quarter earnings report, with the company's forward guidance coming in below analyst expectations. Investors reacted to the forecast miss with concern, and retail traders on Stocktwits shifted toward a more bearish stance on the stock. The drop signals caution about Meta's growth outlook despite its continued profitability.
- 30Trump says terror suspects plotted 'big damage' at US air base▼Terror suspects wanted to do ‘big damage’ to air base used by US, Trump says
President Trump said terror suspects detained over an alleged plot against an air base used by US forces had intended to cause 'big damage'. The claim, reported by Military Times, comes as US military facilities remain on alert for attacks. Few other details about the suspects, the base or the timing of the alleged plot have been made public.
- 31Climate Tech Investors Shift Focus to Powering AI▼Climate Tech VCs Zero In on Powering AI Instead of Cutting Carbon Emissions
A Wall Street Journal report says climate technology venture capitalists are increasingly directing money toward powering artificial intelligence data centers rather than funding emissions-cutting technologies. The shift reflects surging electricity demand from AI, with investors treating energy supply as the more immediate opportunity. Observers are debating whether this marks a pragmatic pivot or a retreat from climate goals, as capital that once targeted decarbonization follows the AI boom.
- 32India Deepens iPhone Probe Into Apple's Software Warranty▼Apple Faces a Deeper iPhone Probe in India. Could its Software Warranty Become the Bigger Issue?
Indian authorities have escalated their investigation into Apple's iPhone practices, with the probe now examining whether the company's software warranty policies put it at odds with local consumer protection rules. Reports suggest the warranty issue could become a bigger legal problem for Apple in India than the original hardware scrutiny, adding regulatory pressure to one of its fastest-growing markets.
- 33AI giants and unions team up on data center policy fight●Exclusive: AI giants, unions join forces for data center fight
Artificial intelligence companies and labor unions are forming an alliance to push their shared interests in the debate over data center development, according to an exclusive report. The unusual partnership pairs tech firms seeking to expand computing infrastructure with unions focused on jobs, energy costs and community impacts as data centers face growing local and political opposition.
- 34Pope's Metz visit highlights Robert Schuman's peace legacy▼Discovering Robert Schuman's work for peace and unity as Pope arrives in Metz
Pope Francis is arriving in Metz, France, with attention turning to Robert Schuman, the French statesman regarded as a founding father of European integration. Vatican News is highlighting Schuman's work for peace and unity in Europe, drawing a link between his post-war reconciliation project and the Pope's message during the visit.
- 35Trump Slams Supreme Court Over Missouri Gerrymander Rejection▼Trump slams Supreme Court for rejecting Missouri gerrymander
Donald Trump criticized the US Supreme Court after it declined to back a Republican-drawn congressional map in Missouri. The rebuke puts fresh attention on the fight over partisan mapmaking ahead of future elections, with voting-rights groups watching closely to see whether the ruling limits efforts to entrench congressional districts in Republican-leaning states.
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Kazakhstan has ordered an overhaul of its armed forces after 14 servicemen died during military drills in the Caspian Sea. The deaths have prompted an official review of training procedures and safety standards, drawing attention to the condition and readiness of the country's military ahead of further exercises in the region.
- 37Citrix confirms two exploited NetScaler zero-day vulnerabilities▼Citrix confirms two NetScaler RCE zero-days exploited in attacks
Citrix has confirmed that two zero-day remote code execution vulnerabilities in its NetScaler products are being actively exploited in real-world attacks. The company has not yet released full details, but administrators are being urged to apply mitigations and monitor for compromise. Security teams worldwide are on alert, as NetScaler devices are widely used by enterprises for application delivery and load balancing.
- 38'Funflation': Consumers trade pricey travel for local hobbies▼Funflation: Consumers spend more on hobbies closer to home as travel gets pricier
Consumers are cutting back on travel as costs climb, and instead spending more on hobbies and entertainment closer to home, a trend being called 'funflation'. The shift suggests people are protecting their leisure budgets even while pulling back on flights and trips, redirecting money toward activities like local events, dining and pastimes that feel affordable without leaving town.
- 39Sudan's Burhan vows to defeat RSF 'no matter how long it takes'●Sudan's Burhan vows to defeat RSF 'no matter how long it takes' - War in Sudan - World
Sudanese army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan has pledged to defeat the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, saying the campaign will continue 'no matter how long it takes'. The declaration underlines his refusal to seek a negotiated end to the civil war, which has displaced millions and created one of the world's worst humanitarian crises since fighting began in April 2023.
- 40Smotrich urges Netanyahu to reject Gaza Board of Peace plan▼Bezalel Smotrich, Strock demand Benjamin Netanyahu reject new Gaza Board of Peace plan
Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, joined by Strock, has publicly called on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to reject the newly proposed Gaza Board of Peace plan. The demand highlights deep divisions within Israel's governing coalition over international oversight arrangements for Gaza's future as ceasefire and reconstruction proposals continue to circulate.
- 41World's first embodied AI robot with fully domestic electronics unveiled●World’s first embodied AI robot with fully domestic electronic architecture unveiled marking shift from key components to underlying autonomy: expert
A robot described as the world's first embodied AI system built on a fully domestic electronic architecture has been unveiled. According to an expert cited in the report, the milestone marks a shift from developing key components toward underlying autonomy in robotics, reducing reliance on foreign chips and control systems. The announcement is drawing attention as countries compete for leadership in embodied AI and domestic hardware supply chains.
- 42SpaceX Starship booster lands intact in historic flight●SpaceX's historic flight: Starship booster lands intact, promises future moon missions
SpaceX completed a milestone flight in which its Starship super-heavy booster returned and landed intact, a first for the giant rocket system. The successful recovery is being described as a key step toward reusable launch architecture and future missions to the Moon, with the company framing the flight as progress toward deep-space goals.
- 43Israel’s Top Court Rules Government Violated Prisoner-Visit Order▼Israel’s Top Court Says Government Violates Prisoner-Visit Ruling
Israel’s Supreme Court has ruled that the government is in violation of a previous court order concerning visits to prisoners. The ruling finds the state failed to comply with arrangements it was required to allow. The decision adds to ongoing legal disputes between Israel’s judiciary and government, and is likely to draw attention from human rights groups and legal observers in the region.
- 44Apple's Premium iPhone Strategy Faces a Test Beyond Early Adopters▼Apple (AAPL)’s Premium iPhone Strategy Faces a Test Beyond Early Adopters
Apple's strategy of pushing ever more expensive flagship iPhones is being tested as the company looks to win over mainstream buyers, not just loyal early adopters. Commentators are weighing whether demand for premium-priced models can hold up once the initial wave of enthusiasts has upgraded, a question with direct implications for Apple's revenue and share price.
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Analysts are warning about signs of democratic backsliding in Mexico, with a recent commentary describing the situation as a red flag for the country's institutions. The piece adds to ongoing concern over the health of Mexico's democracy and the direction of its political system.
- 46NBA offseason tracker: every deal for all 30 teams●NBA Offseason: Every free agency deal, extension & trade for all 30 teams
NBA.com has published a running roundup of every free agency signing, contract extension and trade completed by all 30 teams this offseason. The single consolidated list lets fans follow roster moves across the league in one place as teams reshape their squads ahead of the new season. It is being widely consulted as the main reference for the summer's transactions.
- 47Shifting Senate Map Fuels Most Expensive US Election Ever●Shifting Senate Map Is Fueling Most Expensive US Election Ever
The contest for control of the US Senate is shaping up as the most expensive election in American history, according to Bloomberg. Competitive races keep emerging in new states as the map shifts, drawing surging ad spending and fundraising from both parties. With Senate control hanging on a handful of states, campaigns and outside groups are pouring unprecedented sums into the fight.
- 48Trump stirs storm with taxpayer-funded strongman video▼Trump stirs new storm by posing as strongman in taxpayer-funded video
Donald Trump is facing fresh criticism after appearing in a government-funded video in which he styles himself as a strongman figure. Critics say the production amounts to improper use of taxpayer money to promote a personal political image, while supporters view it as a display of strength. The episode has reignited debate over the boundaries between official government communication and Trump's personal branding.
- 49Butchered 13,000-year-old bones found in Chile point to early Americans▼13,000-year-old butchered bones of found in Chile give more evidence of early first Americans
Archaeologists in Chile have uncovered 13,000-year-old butchered animal bones, offering new evidence that humans were present in South America far earlier than once believed. The cut marks on the remains suggest early peoples hunted or scavenged there, adding to a growing body of finds that challenge the traditional timeline of when the first Americans arrived and how quickly they spread across the continent.
- 50Waltz says Iran demanded upfront sanctions relief in rejected deal●Waltz says Iran wanted sanctions relief up front in rejected deal; Tehran pushes back
US national security adviser Mike Waltz says a rejected nuclear proposal showed Iran wanted sanctions relief up front while offering little in return. Iranian officials dispute that account, insisting their counterproposals were balanced. The disagreement highlights the widening gap between Washington and Tehran as diplomacy stalls over sequencing of concessions.