Nicole Saphier, a radiologist and former Fox News medical contributor, is a more conventional pick than Casey Means, the previous nominee.
European Council President AntĂłnio Costa's chief of staff, Pedro Lourtie, secretly contacted Moscow officials twice to restart Ukraine peace talks, sparking anger among EU governments unaware of the initiative. The Baltic states were particularly furious, while Germany's prior knowledge is disputed.
Polls have closed in a UK by-election that could influence the Labour Party leadership. Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham, dubbed 'king of the north,' is seeking to become an MP and potentially challenge Keir Starmer. Burnham's main rival is Robert Kenyon of Reform UK, but the strength of Restore Britain may impact Reform's chances.
Europe has a chance to attract investment and boost strategic autonomy but must reform and cut red tape to compete with the US and Asia, according to speakers at the FII Institute summit in Rome. Greater regulatory flexibility and faster decision-making are key to channeling capital into strategic sectors.
Cuban President Miguel DĂaz-Canel acknowledged the need for "urgent changes" to address a severe economic crisis, admitting that internal issues like "slowness, bureaucracy" contribute significantly, not just the US blockade. He cited China and Vietnam as potential models for reform.
Tens of thousands of New York Knicks fans celebrated their NBA Finals victory with a heavily guarded parade in Manhattan. The event, organized by Mayor Zohran Mamdani's team, saw a massive police presence and fans scrambling for viewing spots, marking a historic moment after a 53-year drought.
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei approved a US deal to end the Middle East war, citing assurances from President Pezeshkian. US VP JD Vance defended the deal, emphasizing verification and announcing plans for talks in Switzerland.
