The US military conducted strikes against Iranian military targets on Saturday in response to an Iranian drone attack on the M/T Kiku oil tanker near the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions and jeopardizing a recently signed provisional peace deal.
The US conducted strikes on Iran after a drone attack on a Panama-flagged vessel in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran retaliated with missiles and drones at US infrastructure in Kuwait and Bahrain, leading to accusations of ceasefire violations.
The US investigates Germany under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, alleging its drug price regulation system forces US patients and businesses to pay disproportionately higher prices for pharmaceutical R&D, potentially leading to new tariffs.
Over 10,000 Hungarians participated in Budapest's first Pride march since Viktor Orban's electoral defeat, braving record heat to celebrate newfound optimism for LGBTQ+ rights under the new centre-right government.
A US strike on an Iranian girls school in Minab, killing over 120 students and 26 teachers, was due to gaps in the Pentagon’s target analysis system, according to an investigation cited by Bloomberg.
Pete Buttigieg, former US transport secretary, was victim of a hoax call alleging he posed a danger to his 4-year-old twins, leading to a night-long separation after police investigation found no evidence, deeming it politically motivated.
Bitcoin hovers near $60,000 after core PCE inflation exceeded expectations at 3.4% YoY, coupled with significant ETF outflows and a failed defense of the $59,000-$62,000 zone, ahead of a critical $10.6B BTC options expiry on June 26.
A tanker in the Strait of Hormuz was hit by a projectile on Saturday, amid escalating tensions between the US and Iran, with both countries violating an interim peace deal signed two weeks ago.
Ukrainian forces are escalating long-range drone strikes, using Fire Point drones to hit oil refineries and supply routes deep inside Russia and occupied Crimea. This campaign, led by secretive units like the First Separate Center of Unmanned Systems, aims to weaken Russia's war machine and isolate Crimea.
Russia launched massive attacks on Naftogaz Group's energy production facilities in Ukraine's Poltava and Kharkiv regions over two days, using ballistic missiles and drones. Critical infrastructure was damaged, but no employees were injured due to safety protocols.
New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters accused the National Party-led government of covertly introducing discriminatory immigration changes targeting Indian citizens under the proposed India-New Zealand FTA. The government rejected these claims as misinformation, stating the FTA is a 'once in a generation' deal to boost trade and investment, which passed its first reading.
Uddhav Thackeray accused the BJP of betraying Hindus by allegedly misusing Ayodhya Ram temple donations. He vowed to lead protests for a 'BJP-mukt Ram,' rejecting the BJP's 'Hindutva of looting temples.'
China's National People's Congress removed six senior military officers and two political figures, including former Politburo member Ma Xingrui and ex-financial regulator Li Yunze, from their lawmaker positions. This action is seen as part of President Xi Jinping's ongoing anti-corruption campaign targeting the country's establishment.
A 32-year-old YouTuber, Gurman Singh alias "Road Safety Wala," was arrested in New Delhi for allegedly deliberately crashing into women riders' and minor girls' vehicles, harassing them, and uploading videos of the incidents on social media for popularity and monetization.
Former Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot accused the BJP of using the Kanhaiya Lal murder case for electoral gains while failing to ensure a speedy trial, alleging that only 21 of 180 witnesses have been examined four years after the incident in Udaipur.
Ukraine has initiated a 40-day drone strike campaign targeting Russian strategic infrastructure, a move approved by President Zelenskyy to intensify pressure on Moscow. The campaign, marked by a large overnight assault across a dozen Russian regions, aims to demonstrate that Russia's rear areas are vulnerable, disrupting fuel supplies and intensifying internal debate on Moscow's response.
The US and Iran traded strikes for the first time since signing a memorandum of understanding, escalating tensions days before scheduled talks. The US targeted Iranian missile and drone sites in retaliation for a Strait of Hormuz ship attack, while Iran's IRGC claimed to hit US military sites.
States are enacting laws to regulate Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) due to concerns over high drug costs. These PBMs, like CVS, manage prescription coverage and negotiate drug prices. Regulations aim to limit PBM compensation, set minimum pharmacist payments, and increase transparency, facing opposition and legal challenges from companies like CVS.
US airstrikes on Iranian targets jeopardize a temporary peace framework championed by the Trump administration, complicating ongoing negotiations and the future of vital Persian Gulf shipping, following a recent drone attack and despite mediation efforts.
Iran faces an estimated US$270 billion in damages, nearly equivalent to its losses in the 1980s Iran-Iraq war. With negotiators meeting and a ceasefire holding, the question is whether economic ruin can achieve what sanctions and military pressure could not, potentially impacting shipping.
Automated bots and ticket scalping make it difficult for fans to purchase concert tickets at face value. Governments are tightening regulations, but sophisticated bots and market dynamics pose ongoing challenges for ticketing platforms and consumers.
The US military struck Iranian targets in response to alleged aggression against commercial shipping, prompting Iran to retaliate against US sites in Kuwait and Bahrain, straining a recent ceasefire agreement.
States are enacting laws to regulate pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) due to rising drug costs. These PBMs, which manage prescription coverage for insurers, are facing restrictions on their operations and compensation. CVS Health is actively fighting these regulations through lawsuits and advertising campaigns, while independent pharmacies argue they are being squeezed by PBMs' practices.
US Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg reported a false anonymous allegation that he was a danger to his four-year-old twins. Michigan police investigated and found the claim unsubstantiated, deeming it politically motivated. The incident caused distress and separation from his children.
