EU leaders meet in Brussels for a two-day summit addressing competitiveness, trade, Ukraine, the Middle East, defense, and the bloc's next seven-year budget. The summit is the first since leadership changes in Hungary and Bulgaria.
Donald Trump announced an imminent deal with Iran, appointed a new nominee for Director of National Intelligence, and is balancing these events with political challenges and preparations for a UFC event.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino's expansion of the 2026 World Cup to 48 teams and three host nations is projected to generate massive revenues. However, geopolitical tensions and legal challenges, including a European Commission complaint and investigations in New York and New Jersey, threaten his pursuit of a new term.
UN peacekeeping missions have fallen to a 25-year low in 2025 due to funding gaps and geopolitical blockades, according to a SIPRI report. The number of personnel has dropped by 49% in a decade, raising concerns about multilateral conflict resolution and the UN's role.
Pope Leo XIV's first encyclical, "Magnifica Humanitas," warns that AI risks widening inequality, weakening democracy, and undermining humanity. He calls for AI to be "disarmed" from military and economic interests, subjected to stricter regulations, and for broad participation in its development and benefits.
Australia's Albanese government is facing criticism for its recent budget, amplified by social media memes and objections from young entrepreneurs, particularly women, regarding capital gains tax hikes. Premier Chris Minns's comments on income tax also caused friction. Meanwhile, One Nation sees a surge in support, potentially challenging both major parties.
A new Fabian Society collection urges the UK government to establish a "national care service" funded similarly to the NHS, addressing the long-standing failure to reform social care. The article details past failed attempts by Conservative and Labour governments, highlighting the political challenges and voter reluctance to fund the system. It suggests potential solutions like a "care levy" and centralized funding, emphasizing the need for action before the next general election.
Singapore’s Grab reported first-quarter profit that exceeded analysts’ estimates, helped by resilient demand for ride hailing and delivery in a market rattled by economic and political challenges. Southeast Asia’s biggest ride-hailing and delivery firm has been trying to boost spending on its platform by incorporating artificial-intelligence features into its superapp and bundling its core ride-hailing, delivery and financial services. With oil and gas prices soaring due to the war in the Middle...
