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Italy's parliament has voted to bring nuclear power back to the country, decades after a referendum shut it down following the 1986 Chernobyl disaster. Supporters see the move as a step toward energy security and lower emissions, while opponents recall the country's long-standing opposition to atomic energy and question the safety and cost of reviving it.

Donald Trump has rejected a seven-day plan put forward by Iran, keeping tensions between Washington and Tehran in the spotlight. The proposal, reported amid ongoing disputes over Iran's nuclear programme and sanctions, was turned down, with Trump signaling no room for the timeline Tehran suggested. Commentators are watching to see whether the refusal derails negotiations or prompts Iran to return with new terms.

SpaceX brought its Starship spacecraft home early following the vehicle's first orbital flight attempt. The early return marks a notable moment for the company's most ambitious rocket program, which is central to plans for deep space missions. Observers are watching closely to see what data SpaceX gathered from the flight and what it means for the program's next steps.

SpaceX launched its Starship rocket from Starbase in South Texas, with the vehicle returning to Earth but ending in a hard, destructive landing described as a 'thud'. The flight marks another test in the company's iterative development program, where each launch provides data despite hardware losses. Observers are weighing the outcome against SpaceX's rapid, trial-and-error approach to building the giant rocket.

SpaceX has launched its enormous Starship into orbit for the first time, successfully delivering the newest and most advanced Starlink satellites yet. However, flight controllers brought the spacecraft back to Earth early on Monday rather than completing six full laps around the planet as planned. The milestone flight is being closely watched as a major step for the rocket programme.

The Reserve Bank of Australia has raised interest rates, with the effects reaching well beyond mortgage repayments. An analysis by Hanan Dervisevic explains how the decision flows through to savings returns, credit cards, personal loans and business borrowing costs. It underlines how one central bank move reshapes household budgets and spending across the whole economy.

SpaceX launched its Starship spacecraft on a crucial orbital test flight, a mission widely described as make-or-break for the company's next-generation rocket program. The test is a key step in SpaceX's efforts to prove the vehicle can reach orbit and eventually support deep-space missions, including NASA's plans to return humans to the Moon.

The US Federal Reserve has raised interest rates again, and financial commentators, including Forbes, are breaking down what the increase means for women's personal finances. Analysts point to higher borrowing costs on credit cards, student loans and mortgages, alongside better returns on savings, and note that women, who on average carry more student debt and hold less in savings, may feel the effects differently from men.

Australia's central bank faces a fresh challenge to its battle against inflation as war in the Middle East sends shockwaves through global energy and financial markets. The Reserve Bank's task of returning inflation to target is now complicated by risks it cannot control, with higher oil prices threatening to push up costs just as domestic pressures ease.

Diplomacy between the United States and Iran has resumed, but the two sides are projecting very different messages. American officials struck a confident tone, declaring 'we're going to win', while Iranian representatives described the negotiations as 'more serious'. The contrasting rhetoric highlights continued distrust even as both governments return to the table, leaving observers uncertain whether the talks can produce a breakthrough.

The US Federal Reserve has raised interest rates, and analysts are walking through what that means for everyday finances. Higher rates typically translate into pricier mortgages, credit cards, auto loans and other borrowing, while savings accounts may finally earn more. Commentators are urging households to review variable-rate debts and shop around for better savings rates as borrowing costs keep climbing.

SpaceX's Starship has returned to Earth, splashing down in the Pacific Ocean north of Hawaii after a three-hour flight. The mission marks another milestone for the company's reusable super-heavy rocket program, and coverage is focused on the spacecraft's successful recovery and what it means for future deep-space missions.

EU-backed reconstruction in Ukraine is drawing private investment mainly to profitable sectors and areas, rather than to the most heavily damaged regions, EUobserver reports. The report raises questions about whether recovery funding is reaching the places destroyed by war or simply following commercial returns.

Kazakhstan's President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has called for renewed negotiations among nuclear powers as the country marks 35 years since the closure of the Semipalatinsk nuclear test site. He warned that global arms-control safeguards are weakening and urged nuclear-armed states to return to dialogue on disarmament.

NASA is increasing its support for Boeing's troubled Starliner astronaut capsule as the agency works to return the spacecraft to flight. The effort follows the widely covered mission in which astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams were left without a Starliner ride home, forcing an extended stay on the International Space Station while their capsule returned uncrewed.

A roundup of the day's top business stories covers prefab housing as a potential affordability solution, a resurgence of return-to-office mandates among employers, reports that China has stopped buying U.S. Treasuries, grocery prices hitting their lowest levels, and a looming mortgage renewal cliff facing homeowners as low pandemic-era rates expire.

Novak Djokovic is preparing to return to competitive tennis at the China Open in Beijing. The former world number one's comeback is drawing wide attention, with fans and commentators watching to see how he performs after his time away from the tour. The tournament marks a significant stop as he looks to rebuild form and momentum.

SpaceX's Starship has returned to Earth, splashing down after its latest flight test. The rocket's descent into the ocean marks another milestone in the company's program to develop the massive spacecraft for future missions to the Moon and Mars. Reactions are focused on how the vehicle performed during reentry and landing, and what the results mean for upcoming test flights and NASA's lunar plans.

Blue Origin's chief executive says the company has 'a path to launch this year' as it works to rebuild its launch pad. The comments point to progress in restoring infrastructure needed to resume flights, with the company aiming to return to launch operations before the end of the year despite the ongoing reconstruction effort.

A Chinese deep-ocean drilling ship has returned with what state-linked reporting calls 'precious' geological samples from the South China Sea. The cores are expected to help scientists study the seabed's structure and geological history, and underscore China's growing capability in deep-sea exploration. The mission also carries strategic weight, given competing territorial claims over the disputed waterway and interest in its seabed resources.

Analysts are assessing the fallout of the recent Iran war on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, arguing the fighting disrupted political dynamics, ceasefire efforts and regional diplomacy. Commentary from the Middle East Institute examines what has been damaged and what elements of the peace process might still be salvaged as attention returns to Gaza and the West Bank.

Reserve Bank of Australia Governor Michele Bullock says the days of low interest rates are gone, warning that borrowing costs are unlikely to return to the near-zero levels seen over the past decade. The comments point to a structurally higher rate environment for Australian households and businesses, and are drawing significant attention as homeowners continue to absorb the impact of elevated mortgage repayments.

A cheese product sold across the United States has been recalled after an E. coli outbreak sickened at least 13 people. Officials urged consumers to check their refrigerators and discard or return the affected cheese. Coverage is focused on identifying the brand, the source of contamination, and whether more illnesses will be reported.

The Pope called on Europe to return to the path of dialogue rather than military buildup, saying this is the only way to end what he described as a 'senseless slaughter'. His remarks push back against rising rearmament across the continent and argue that diplomacy, not arms, offers a real route to peace.

Israel's movement pushing for the resettlement of Gaza by Jewish Israelis says it is not giving up, with one figure arguing the movement is 'not militant enough'. The campaign, which seeks to re-establish settlements evacuated in 2005, continues to organise despite the issue remaining politically sensitive. Supporters see the war as an opening, while critics warn such plans would inflame the conflict further.

A suspect wanted for murder in Dallas has been arrested in Mexico, according to Dallas-Fort Worth station FOX 4. The arrest means the suspect is expected to face extradition proceedings to return to Texas to answer the murder charge. Details about the victim, the suspect's identity, or the circumstances of the capture have not been made available.

Five European Union member states are planning to send rejected asylum seekers to countries outside the bloc starting in 2027, according to an EU Today report. The scheme reflects a broader tightening of EU migration policy, with governments seeking third countries willing to accept deported migrants whose asylum claims have failed. Critics are likely to raise concerns about the legality and ethics of such returns.

The NBA has not set a firm timeline for expansion, but bids from Seattle and Las Vegas continue to move forward. Seattle is seeking the return of the SuperSonics, while Las Vegas has positioned itself as a prime market for a new franchise. League officials have not committed to a date or city, keeping both bids in limbo.