The US has signed a deal exceeding $3 billion with Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman to significantly increase production of Patriot and THAAD interceptor missile parts. This move aims to replenish stockpiles strained by ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East.
Wuxi AppTec, Asia's largest contract pharmaceutical research provider, reported H1 net income of 11.08 billion yuan, surpassing market estimates. This strong performance was driven by robust demand for weight-loss and diabetes drugs, alongside significant growth in its US business.
US men’s national team head coach Mauricio Pochettino has extended his contract with the US Soccer Federation through 2030, despite the team's last-16 World Cup exit. The deal, primarily funded by Ken Griffin, includes an expanded role for Pochettino.
US head football coach Mauricio Pochettino has agreed to extend his contract with US Soccer, leading the men's national team through the 2030 FIFA World Cup. This follows his guidance of the team to the round of 16 in the recent World Cup, where they achieved their highest-ever group stage points.
England midfielder Jordan Henderson has signed a two-year deal with Chelsea after his contract with Brentford was mutually terminated. The former Liverpool captain expressed excitement about joining the club and working under manager Xabi Alonso.
Rugby star Henry Pollock is expected to demand a significant pay raise, with agent Eddie Hearn suggesting a £1m annual salary. This demand poses a challenge for Northampton Saints due to the league's £6.4m salary cap and competition for marquee player status among their young talents.
La Fiscalía Anticorrupción investiga supuestas irregularidades en ayudas de la Generalitat de Cataluña a jóvenes ex tutelados, incluyendo "plazas fantasma" y falta de control en empresas externalizadas. La Oficina Antifraude y la Sindicatura de Cuentas detectaron pagos indebidos y un juzgado condenó a la DGPPIA por agresión sexual en un centro.
PFL lightweight champion Usman Nurmagomedov, now a free agent after his contract ended with a title defense win in New York, will decide his future "very soon." His cousin Khabib Nurmagomedov confirmed negotiations are imminent, with speculation linking him to the UFC.
Samsung Heavy Industries Co. announced a 268 billion-won ($187.7 million) contract to build two oil tankers for an undisclosed European client, with delivery by August 2029. This order helps the shipbuilder surpass its annual commercial vessel target, reaching $5.8 billion in contracts for 34 vessels this year.
EY forecasts the UK economy to shrink 0.2% in 2027 with 6.4% inflation if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed until mid-2027. Reopening the strait by September improves this year's growth forecast to 0.8%. Interest rate cuts by the Bank of England are expected next year.
HKEX is launching 5-year China government bond futures, receiving positive feedback from international institutional investors. These will be the first offshore products enabling investors to manage risks in Chinese treasury bonds at low cost, bypassing the QFII quota requirement.
Hong Kong's Fire Services Department concluded its investigation into the Wang Fuk Court inferno, referring contractors China Status Development and Engineering and Victory Fire Engineering to a disciplinary board for alleged negligence in deactivating fire systems. Both firms reportedly continue operations.
An article discusses how employees can address requests for tasks outside their job description, differentiating between reasonable and unreasonable demands. Experts from Griffith University and the Australian HR Institute advise on when and how to push back, emphasizing communication with managers, HR, and potential escalation to the Fair Work Commission to prevent stress and burnout.
Armenian President Vahagn Khachaturyan has appointed Nikol Pashinyan as prime minister following the Civil Contract party's victory in the June 7 parliamentary elections, where they secured 49.75% of votes.
China Road and Bridge Corporation (CRBC) secured a US$1.2 billion contract to modernize Kenya's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, replacing a collapsed deal with India's Adani Group. This highlights China's growing infrastructure dominance in Africa, driven by competitive financing and lower costs compared to Western firms.
The Justice Department dismissed a criminal case against former Olympian David Hearn, initially charged with damaging the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool. Government lawyers now attribute the damage to "flawed installation" by a contractor, not vandalism, citing new documents received after the indictment.
Chelsea have signed 35-year-old veteran striker Danny Welbeck from Brighton for a reported £5m on a two-year contract, a departure from their usual youth policy. The move aims to add experience to Xabi Alonso's squad. Brentford and Bournemouth also announced significant new player signings.
Bitcoin enters the weekend near $62,900 after $9.6 billion in monthly options settled, facing a critical test at $62,000. Market depth and liquidity across major exchanges will dictate whether the price moves towards the $60,000 put option or attempts to reclaim the $65,300 level.
CME Group launches 55 standard and 22 Micro single-stock futures for heavily traded US companies, aiming to capitalize on modern market dynamics shaped by crypto, commission-free trading, and extended-hours activity.
US legal aid for 26,000 unaccompanied migrant children is at risk as the Office of Refugee Resettlement ceased funding services due to a dispute over confidential information. Lawyers warn children face deportation without representation, with some continuing pro bono.
US President Donald Trump signed an executive order on July 20, tightening conditions for Department of Defense waivers on defense-critical imports from China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea, viewed by observers as an enforcement crackdown for national security.
Americans are vandalizing Flock Safety surveillance cameras and cities are cancelling contracts due to widespread privacy concerns. The opposition, uniting across political lines, cites issues like data scale, potential misuse by police, and accuracy, while Flock maintains its technology improves public safety.
US prosecutors dropped vandalism charges against former Olympian David Hearn, initially blamed by Donald Trump for damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. New evidence suggests the damage resulted from a "flawed installation" by contractors overseen by the Department of Interior, not vandalism.
Jamshedpur FC, the 2022 Indian Super League Shield winners, will not participate in the 2026-27 ISL season after failing to pay the Rs 55 lakh participation fee. The Tata Steel-owned club will cease league operations but remains committed to grassroots football development in India, honoring existing contracts.
