Streamer IShowSpeed went viral after unexpected encounters with Travis Scott and Paul Pogba during the Brazil vs Morocco FIFA World Cup match at MetLife Stadium. Clips of the interactions, particularly with Scott, circulated widely online, generating numerous fan reactions and memes.
South Korea's foreign ministry stated Japan has not formally requested talks regarding Seoul's ban on seafood imports from Fukushima and neighboring regions, imposed due to radiation concerns after the 2011 nuclear disaster. The ban remains in place to protect public health, with consumer confidence in safety needing restoration before it can be lifted.
Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a renewed ceasefire, mediated by the US, requiring Hezbollah to cease fire and withdraw from southern Lebanon. New pilot zones controlled by the Lebanese Armed Forces are a key element of the deal.
Israel and Lebanon agreed to renew their fragile ceasefire and establish pilot security zones in Lebanon, banning Hezbollah militants. The agreement, mediated by the US, requires a complete cessation of Hezbollah fire and evacuation from areas south of the Litani River, with the Lebanese army taking control.
Israel launched fierce attacks across Lebanon, killing nine people including medics and a soldier, and injuring others. The strikes, which targeted vehicles and occurred near Beirut, coincide with US-mediated talks in Washington aimed at achieving a ceasefire.
Israel intensified raids on southern Lebanon, met by Hezbollah attacks, as US-mediated talks for a ceasefire continue in Washington. Hezbollah opposes a partial deal, demanding a full ceasefire, while Israel threatens to strike Beirut's southern suburbs if Hezbollah targets its north. The conflict has resulted in casualties and displacement.
Lebanon and Israel are holding US-mediated negotiations in Washington, DC, to discuss a ceasefire and Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon. The talks occur amid escalating conflict, with Lebanon seeking to disarm Hezbollah and Israel demanding assurances on the matter.
Lebanese and Israeli delegations are in Washington for the fourth round of talks on a US-proposed de-escalation plan. The plan involves Israeli troop withdrawal from Lebanon and deployment of the Lebanese army and UN peacekeepers to southern areas. Israel seeks security guarantees including Hezbollah's disarmament, while Lebanon insists this is an internal matter.
Iran suspends contact with Washington over Israel's Lebanon offensive, while US President Trump claims talks are progressing. UN expresses alarm over escalation in southern Lebanon.
US President Trump claims rapid progress in Middle East negotiations and brokering a halt to fighting between Israel and Hezbollah, despite Iran-linked media reporting Tehran suspended contact with Washington over Israel's expanding offensive in Lebanon. The UN expressed alarm over the escalation.
Defense leaders at Singapore's Shangri-La Dialogue noted a worsening security environment in the Asia-Pacific, marked by escalating conflicts and US-China rivalry. Discussions focused on increased military spending, with the US urging allies to boost defense capabilities, while Taiwan's status remains uncertain.
Filmmaker Chris Smith's new HBO miniseries, 'Bring Me the Beauties,' delves into the rise and fall of the 1980s cult Eternal Values, founded by Frederick von Mierers. The series, featuring interviews with former member Hoyt Richards, explores diverse perspectives on the cult's influence and its parallels to modern wellness and influencer culture.
Following highly productive talks in Tehran mediated by Pakistan, the US President has made an announcement. Details of the announcement and the specific outcomes of the negotiations were not immediately disclosed.
Following 'highly productive' talks in Tehran mediated by Pakistan, the US President has made an announcement. Details of the announcement and the specific outcomes of the discussions remain undisclosed.
President Aoun expresses frustration over stalled US-led negotiations with Israel for a ceasefire, as Washington struggles to convince Jerusalem of its importance. The Lebanese delegation faces challenges in reaching security understandings.
US President Donald Trump meets Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing for a summit focusing on trade, Iran, Taiwan, and tech rivalry, amid political and economic tensions.
US President Donald Trump is traveling to Beijing for a summit with President Xi Jinping to discuss trade, the Iran conflict, and Taiwan. The visit includes a delegation of top US CEOs and marks the first presidential trip to China in nearly a decade.
Maya Higa, a Twitch streamer, delivered an official TED Talk, earning a standing ovation for her work in animal conservation through her Alveus Animal Sanctuary, which has raised over $7.5 million since 2019.
Maya Higa, Twitch streamer and founder of Alveus Sanctuary, delivered a TED Talk on wildlife conservation, highlighting how livestreaming can raise awareness and educate millions about wildlife, reaching a milestone as the first Twitch streamer on TED's main stage.
Aaron Rodgers and his mystery wife Brittani became unexpected talking points in the growing Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini controversy after a viral social media post joked that no photos of Rodgers’ wife exist online. Fans flooded social media with conspiracy jokes about Brittani’s secrecy while Rodgers continues negotiating with the Pittsburgh Steelers ahead of the 2026 NFL season.
US President Donald Trump announced on Friday that Russia and Ukraine had agreed to a three-day ceasefire and a prisoner exchange following US-mediated talks, saying negotiations to end the war were continuing and “we are getting closer and closer every day”. “I am pleased to announce that there will be a THREE DAY CEASEFIRE (May 9th, 10th, and 11th) in the War between Russia and Ukraine,” Trump posted on social media. “The Celebration in Russia is for Victory Day, but likewise in Ukraine,...
US President Donald Trump announced on Friday that Russia and Ukraine had agreed to a three-day ceasefire and a prisoner exchange following US-mediated talks, saying negotiations to end the war were continuing and “we are getting closer and closer every day”. “I am pleased to announce that there will be a THREE DAY CEASEFIRE (May 9th, 10th, and 11th) in the War between Russia and Ukraine,” Trump posted on social media. “The Celebration in Russia is for Victory Day, but likewise in Ukraine,...
Preparatory step comes on second day of London-hosted talks on reopening the strait.
Hezbollah fired rockets and drones into northern Israel on Tuesday, accusing the Israeli military of violating a ceasefire that came into effect last Thursday. The Israeli military said Iran-aligned Hezbollah fired several rockets toward its troops in southern Lebanon, calling it a "blatant violation" of the truce mediated by Washington. Israeli forces remain deployed in a 5-10 km belt of Lebanese border land, creating a buffer zone. Both sides accused each other of attacking civilians and destroying homes in breach of the agreement, with US-mediated talks scheduled for this week.
