Oil prices experienced volatile trading as U.S.-Iran talks in Switzerland were canceled due to logistical issues. Vice President JD Vance noted Iranian ships honored commitments. OPEC anticipates continued oil demand, rejecting IEA's supply glut forecasts. Analysts predict near-term prices between $75-$82.
The FBI has issued a public advisory about a rising cyber threat involving malicious traffic distribution systems (TDSs). These systems redirect users to scam websites, phishing pages, and malware downloads, bypassing firewalls and stealing sensitive information.
The US military killed three individuals after striking a boat suspected of drug smuggling in the eastern Pacific Ocean. This operation, part of President Trump's campaign against alleged traffickers, has faced scrutiny over legality and effectiveness.
US-Iran talks in Switzerland to implement a 14-point agreement to end their war have been cancelled. The cancellation came abruptly, with US envoy JD Vance not traveling. The move follows reports linking the delay to Israel's ongoing military campaign in Lebanon.
US-Iran peace talks in Switzerland were abruptly canceled Friday as Hezbollah and Israel engaged in their most violent clashes since a ceasefire. The escalation in Lebanon, with airstrikes and rocket fire resulting in casualties, overshadowed the planned negotiations aimed at addressing Iran's nuclear program and oil traffic.
Wyndham Clark, the 2023 champion, surged to a four-stroke lead at the US Open through 16 holes before darkness halted play. He was six under par, with Sam Stevens and others chasing at two under. The first round was delayed by fog and will extend into Friday.
The US military killed three people in a boat strike in the eastern Pacific Ocean on Thursday, part of an ongoing campaign against alleged drug traffickers. This brings the total killed to at least 211 since September. Critics question the legality and effectiveness of these strikes, especially as fentanyl is often trafficked over land.
Il presidente dell'Ecuador Daniel Noboa ha autorizzato il dispiegamento di militari alleati per combattere narcotraffico e gruppi armati, formalizzato con decreto esecutivo 424. La misura mira a rafforzare la lotta contro la violenza.
Oil prices saw minimal change as VP Vance reported a significant increase in tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. This follows a US-Iran deal to end a conflict, which includes lifting a naval blockade and allowing toll-free transit. Analysts remain cautious about the long-term impact on supply disruptions.
Caribbean leaders, led by Barbados PM Mia Mottley, have released an updated manifesto demanding reparations for slavery and genocide. The plan includes monetary compensation for gender-based violence and links climate justice to slavery reparations, asserting crimes against humanity are not subject to statutes of limitations.
Oil prices fell Thursday after VP JD Vance stated over 12 million barrels of oil crossed the Strait of Hormuz overnight, a high since the conflict began. Brent crude futures dropped 1.8% to $78.11, and WTI futures fell 2% to $75.27. The US and Iran signed a deal to end the war, allowing ships transit without tolls for 60 days and lifting the US naval blockade.
Two rhino horn traffickers, Dawie Groenewald and Tielman Erasmus, have been sentenced in South Africa for over 1,700 charges including illegal hunting and racketeering. Groenewald received a fine or prison time after a plea deal, marking a significant development in a nearly two-decade legal battle against rhino horn poaching.
Oil prices fell Thursday following Vice President JD Vance's statement that over 12 million barrels of oil transited the Strait of Hormuz overnight. This increase in traffic, coupled with a new US-Iran deal easing blockades and tolls, suggests a potential oversupply.
Ho Chi Minh police rescued a large number of cats from traffickers, prompting hundreds of cat owners to visit the police station to identify their lost pets, amidst Vietnam's legal but regulated cat and dog meat trade.
Steven Lyons, a prominent Scottish crime figure, has failed in his attempt to prevent extradition from the Netherlands to Spain. A court in Amsterdam ruled he must face drug trafficking, money laundering, and violent crime charges.
Artist Morry Kolman is livestreaming traffic camera feeds of the New York Knicks' championship parade via his project GardenCam, offering a unique view for fans celebrating from afar.
Bolivia and the US have signed a new co-operation deal to combat drug trafficking, with the US providing up to $20m for training and equipment for Bolivian forces. This marks a thawing of relations after years of tension.
La linea Alta Velocità Roma-Napoli ha subito rallentamenti fino a 90 minuti a causa di un guasto provocato da danni alla linea da parte di ignoti vicino Tora e Piccilli (Caserta). I tecnici RFI sono al lavoro per ripristinare la funzionalità.
Taiwan's first civil defence drone training programme, inspired by Ukraine's use of drones in warfare, aims to equip citizens with skills for surveillance and information sharing in potential conflict scenarios with China. The course, run by Kuma Academy, focuses on manual piloting of Taiwanese-made drones.
Bolivia and the US sign a cooperation agreement to combat drug trafficking, marking improved relations after 18 years. The US will provide up to $20m to train and equip Bolivian forces.
Elon Musk's Boring Company, promising revolutionary underground transport, has delivered an underwhelming experience in Las Vegas. The Vegas Loop, a network of tunnels for Teslas, operates at low speeds with limited capacity and few passengers, failing to alleviate congestion or offer a viable public transit alternative. Critics point to overpromising, lack of regulatory oversight, and a focus on private funding over public need.
Vietnamese police rescued over 500 cats from a cat meat trafficking ring in Ho Chi Minh City, reuniting 40 with owners, amid ongoing efforts to end the country's cat meat trade.
Fabio Cannavaro, coach of Uzbekistan's debutant World Cup team, arrived late to a press conference in Mexico City due to traffic. He praised Uzbekistan's investment in academies and facilities, predicting more players will feature in Europe due to their developing mentality.
Ghana is hosting a three-day conference in Accra, "Next Steps," bringing together over 80 countries to advance reparatory justice following a UN resolution declaring the trafficking of enslaved Africans a grave crime against humanity. The event aims to transform political momentum into concrete institutional commitments.
