The outbreak of Hantavirus on a cruise ship has led to biotech and pharmaceutical stocks surging on reports of firms developing vaccines.
Stellantis has opened U.S. ordering for its Fiat Topolino electric quadricycle, starting at $13,995. The Morocco-produced EV, resembling a small car but functioning like a golf cart, has a 46-mile range and 19 mph top speed, convertible to 25 mph for street legality.
Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, announced his resignation from parliament to fight a "people versus the establishment" special election in Clacton. This follows an investigation into undeclared financial gifts from donors, which Farage claims is a political attack.
Amazon plans to raise at least $25 billion through an eight-part bond sale to fund its massive artificial intelligence infrastructure buildout, having informed underwriters it will not issue more debt this year. This follows earlier bond raises and aligns with other tech giants' AI spending.
Ukraine's President Zelensky appealed to NATO allies at the summit in Turkey for urgent air defence systems to counter escalating Russian missile attacks. The call follows recent deadly strikes on Kyiv, highlighting Ukraine's vulnerability to ballistic missiles despite successful drone interceptions.
Billionaire John Arnold and his wife Laura are awarding $2.6 million in grants to researchers studying the evolving risks of online sports betting and prediction markets in the U.S., urging lawmakers to address the increased access and intensity of the booming industry.
British couple Craig and Lindsay Foreman, detained in Iran, are "desperately worried" as reports emerge of them being denied supplies and medical care. Both have been on hunger strike for weeks due to prison conditions, with Lindsay Foreman reportedly losing significant weight and suffering severe health issues.
