Global markets saw a rebound Wednesday after a tech selloff on Tuesday. South Korea's Kospi jumped over 3% after a 10% plunge, while Asia's tech stocks recovered. MSCI kept South Korea as an emerging market, citing currency convertibility, and Indonesia faces downgrade risks.
Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov stated that any potential agreements between Russia and Europe must adhere to the 'Anchorage framework' agreed upon by Presidents Putin and Trump. Moscow is observing EU discussions on a potential negotiator with interest but considers it premature.
Amazon Prime Day offers deals on smart bird feeders, portable monitors, Apple products, laptops, Fire TV Sticks, headphones, and smart speakers, with many WIRED favorites included.
Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score in six World Cups after scoring twice against Uzbekistan. He refused to answer questions about Lionel Messi, stating his focus is on Portugal's success.
Cristiano Ronaldo, after scoring twice in Portugal's 5-0 World Cup win against Uzbekistan, refused to answer questions about Lionel Messi, abruptly ending an interview when the topic arose. Ronaldo, who became the first player to score in six World Cups, stated his focus remains on Portugal's team objectives.
Top European clubs are reportedly pursuing several high-profile players. Manchester United and Arsenal are interested in Alex Scott, while Arsenal also eyes Jeremy Monga. Real Madrid targets Enzo Fernandez and potentially Erling Haaland. Aston Villa shows interest in Jarrod Bowen.
NSW's budget offers cost-of-living relief like reduced car registrations and toll caps, but these measures are temporary. Housing reforms aim to boost supply, while economic forecasts face uncertainty from interest rates and GST revenue.
Nigel Farage faces scrutiny over a £5m gift, offering shifting explanations from "none of your business" to security needs, a reward for Brexit, and even a Russian hack, while the standards commissioner investigates.
The UK Treasury has announced ISA reforms, introducing a new first-time buyer ISA with no upper age limit and a 22% tax on interest from cash in stocks & shares ISAs, effective April 2027.
The average maximal interest rate on ruble deposits with ten major Russian banks fell to 12.86% per annum in the second ten-day period of June 2026, down from 12.97% in late May and early June, according to the Central Bank of Russia.
A new book by Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan claims President Trump was more focused on buying maple trees for the White House and discussing his TikTok views than the ongoing war with Iran during an Oval Office meeting.
The RBI has removed interest rate caps on certain non-resident foreign currency deposits until September, aiming to attract overseas funds and boost bank deposits. This move seeks to supplement household savings and ease liquidity challenges as credit growth outpaces deposit mobilization.
FIFA's mandatory three-minute hydration breaks in every half of the 2026 World Cup matches are drawing criticism from coaches and players who argue they disrupt the game's flow and identity. While intended for player welfare, the breaks are also seen as lucrative advertising opportunities, generating significant revenue for broadcasters.
A new ASIC report highlights the risks of car loans, with high interest rates and fees trapping borrowers like Holly Reid. Lenders like Rapid Loans are singled out for charging "extremely high" fees, leading to debt and repossession for vulnerable customers.
The UAE has reportedly expressed interest in acquiring India's BrahMos supersonic missile and the Akashteer air defence system. This potential expansion of India's defense exports highlights the growing global demand for advanced air defense solutions, particularly in response to the proliferation of drones and low-cost aerial threats.
The UK's Financial Reporting Council (FRC) fined King & King and its managing partner Milankumar Patel £378,184 for "egregious" failures in auditing companies within Sanjeev Gupta's GFG Alliance. The firm, which relied heavily on GFG for revenue, failed to identify self-interest and meet key audit requirements, leading to severe restrictions.
The EU's digital euro project moves forward as the Economic and Monetary Affairs Committee (ECON) votes 43-14 in favor, emphasizing privacy, offline capability, and complementing cash, with a potential 2029 launch by the ECB.
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko stated that the EU is not interested in negotiations regarding Ukraine, citing ongoing internal discussions about representation and a lack of desire to end military and financial support for Kyiv.
Kunal Shah is stepping down as CEO of CRED to lead WhatsApp globally. Meta is investing $900 million in CRED, valuing it at $4.5 billion. Shah's move to WhatsApp is seen as leveraging his expertise in behavioral product design for a platform with billions of users.
L'AD di Mps, Luigi Lovaglio, afferma che il consiglio di amministrazione sta analizzando soluzioni nell'interesse degli azionisti, rispettando la "passivity rule". Accoglie con favore l'interesse verso la banca, definita un "gioiello" istituzionale.
A proposed $300 billion reconstruction fund for Iran, part of a US peace deal, is causing concern among Arab allies and US Democrats. The Trump administration claims funds will come from Gulf states and private investors, not US taxpayers, but critics fear a wealthier Iran will expand its regional influence.
President Trump expressed confidence in managing US-Iran deal tensions, including Israeli PM Netanyahu's stance. Trump stated he is a problem solver and will resolve issues with Netanyahu, who indicated Israel would continue operations in Lebanon to protect its people.
President Trump expressed confidence in managing US-Iran deal tensions, including Israeli PM Netanyahu's stance. Trump stated he is a problem solver and will resolve issues with Netanyahu, who indicated Israel would continue operations in Lebanon to protect its people.
Julián Álvarez has expressed his desire to leave Atlético Madrid to "fulfil his dream," amid reported interest from Barcelona, Real Madrid, and PSG. The 26-year-old forward, recovering from an ankle injury, stated his future is undecided but acknowledged the need for a transfer.
