Bitcoin rallied above $67,000 following a reported ceasefire deal with Iran, but derivatives markets show trader skepticism. Weak futures basis and elevated put options premiums signal caution, despite ETF inflows and institutional buying.
A collection of tech news highlights including concerns over AI extremism, OpenAI's IPO filing, Pentagon's phone tracking issues, Meta's face recognition code, and labor department DEI directives.
Senator Mitch McConnell, 84, was admitted to the hospital on Sunday. His spokesman confirmed he is receiving excellent care, but provided no details on the reason for admission or his prognosis. This follows previous hospitalizations and health concerns.
Eberechi Eze is determined to overcome his Champions League final penalty miss and is ready to step up for England in a World Cup shootout. Despite previous misses, he remains confident in his technique and mentality, drawing inspiration from teammates who have faced similar situations.
Asylum seekers have been removed from the Bell hotel in Epping, Essex, as the Home Office terminates its contract due to fire and safety concerns. The hotel was previously a flashpoint for anti-immigration protests following a sexual assault incident.
Chinese regulators are increasing public enforcement against major corporations, a shift from the previous low-key approach. While this has concerned investors, some analysts believe it signals a policy change towards market order defense rather than a return to the 2021 crackdown.
British Defense Secretary John Healey has resigned, citing a lack of promised defense investment from the Treasury and Prime Minister Keir Starmer amid rising threats.
Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson are out of England's second Test vs New Zealand after a nightclub incident. Joe Root returns as interim captain, while Harry Brook, previously involved in a similar incident, is overlooked for the vice-captaincy.
Chinese President Xi Jinping visited North Korea, emphasizing broader ties beyond nuclear issues. The summit aimed to reassert China's influence, with discussions covering economics, culture, and military cooperation, though North Korea's state media omitted military aspects. Experts suggest a tactical shift in China's approach to denuclearization.
The US Justice Department is pursuing lawsuits to revoke citizenship from over 100 individuals, including a Chinese-born Georgia resident, for alleged immigration fraud and other serious crimes.
The US considers purchasing the Chagos Islands directly from Mauritius to secure control of the Diego Garcia military base, bypassing the UK amid a sovereignty dispute.
Serena Williams, 44, returns to competitive tennis in doubles at Queen's Club, citing 'fun' and her children as motivation, with uncertain singles future.
China launches the world's first prefabricated energy hub in Qingdao, providing 100% green power to computing facilities, and introduces a nationwide smart factory system.
Australian swimmer Moesha Johnson dominates the Open Water Swimming World Cup, winning all 10km races and 3km knockouts, ahead of the Pan Pacific Championships and targeting gold at the 2028 LA Olympics.
Rain and an unpredictable pitch with variable bounce hindered play in the first Test between England and New Zealand at Lord's, with only 58 balls bowled in intermittent cricket, resulting in two New Zealand wickets.
David Sullivan, 77, resigns as West Ham joint-chair and director to fight "false allegations" of personal conduct, denying all claims and threatening libel suits against the BBC and other outlets.
West Ham United co-owner David Sullivan resigns as joint chairman amid historic allegations of improper conduct, which he denies, to avoid disrupting the club.
Reid Hoffman leaves Microsoft's board after a profitable decade, including key investments in OpenAI and Inflection AI, to focus on his AI drug discovery startup Manus.
Saracens boss Mark McCall reflects on his 17-year tenure, highlighting the team's resilience after relegation and salary cap breaches in 2020 as his proudest achievement. Ahead of a crucial match against Exeter, he prepares to step down, emphasizing the need for new energy and support for developing coaches.
Saracens boss Mark McCall reflects on his 17-year tenure, highlighting the team's resilience after relegation and salary cap breaches in 2020 as his proudest achievement. He prepares for his final game against Exeter.
Ukraine has escalated its campaign by launching long-range strikes on Russian strategic infrastructure, including oil facilities and bomber bases, aiming to impose costs beyond the battlefield. Recent attacks on St. Petersburg, Ryazan, and Pskov have disrupted oil refining and military logistics, forcing Russia to review base security.
Ukraine has intensified long-range strikes on Russian strategic infrastructure, including oil facilities and air bases, to impose costs beyond the battlefield. Recent attacks, like the one on Saint Petersburg, target key assets supporting Moscow's war effort, forcing operational suspensions and disrupting supplies.
Kolkata Mayor Firhad Hakim is reportedly considering resignation following Trinamool's defeat in the Kolkata Municipal Corporation polls. Citing a "suffocating" environment and the KMC being rendered "defunct," Hakim has sought permission from party chairperson Mamata Banerjee for a "dignified exit."
Wagga Wagga faces a worsening homelessness crisis as winter sets in. A baby's death highlights the dire conditions in makeshift camps, with rising rents and low vacancy rates pushing more people onto the streets. Community services report a surge in demand, while authorities grapple with long social housing waiting lists.
