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Iran and the US both think they are winning the war. The truth is they are both losing

The current ceasefire has held just enough to prevent a return to all-out war, but neither side is close to achieving peace, says Sanam Vakil, director of the Middle East and North Africa programme at Chatham House

The Guardian - UK

Congress Is Considering a $200 Social Security Boost—What It Could Mean for Retirees

For millions of retirees, every dollar matters. Grocery prices remain elevated, housing costs continue to pressure household budgets, and healthcare expenses show little sign of slowing down. Against that backdrop, a proposal that could increase Social Security benefits by $200 per month has captured plenty of attention in Washington and…

The Free Financial Advisor

Summer blockbuster: Why the French keep coming back to Charles de Gaulle

The release of a two-part summer blockbuster on General Charles de Gaulle’s fight to rally resistance to Nazi occupation is yet another sign that the once-divisive figure continues to fascinate the French public. And while his name risks being turned into an empty signifier of fading French glory on the…

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What is ‘strategic autonomy’ – and why is everyone suddenly reaching for it?

Strategic autonomy is having a moment.

The Conversation

The Franke family donates 25 million dollars to help expand access to primary care for rural and Indigenous communities

A significant $25 million donation from the Franke family is bolstering rural healthcare in the American Northwest. This largest-ever scholarship gift to the University of Washington School of Medicine will fund the Franke Medical Student Scholars Program, training doctors for underserved rural and Native communities across five states, addressing critical…

The Times of India

Bitcoin falls to $61,000, down more than 25% this month as long-term holders sell

Bitcoin has fallen to its lowest level since February, dropping more than 25% this month, as long-term holders liquidate billions in holdings and efforts to advance US crypto regulation face uncertainty in Washington.

Euronews

US eyes stake in Azerbaijan's pipelines as economic ties enter new phase after Trump-brokered deal

Washington wants in on Azerbaijan's pipelines and energy infrastructure, a senior US official said in Baku, as the two countries deepen economic ties following Trump's White House peace deal with Armenia.

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70-Year-Old Washington Woman Drove SUV on Train Tracks in Shocking Footage: Here's Why She Did It

A 70-year-old Washington woman caused mass transit chaos after blindly following her GPS navigation system directly onto elevated light rail tracks.

International Business Times UK

Hezbollah rejects Israel-Lebanon truce as Trump scrambles to end Iran war

Group calls ceasefire a ‘roadmap to annihilate part of the Lebanese people’, throwing regional peace talks into doubt

The Guardian - UK

Israel far-right minister slams ceasefire with Lebanon as 'serious mistake'

Israel's far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir criticised on Thursday a ceasefire deal with Lebanon brokered by Washington, calling it a "serious mistake". "The ceasefire with Lebanon is a serious mistake and the pipe dreams of advisers are dragging the prime minister (Benjamin Netanyahu) to wrong decisions," the minister…

The Economic Times

Israel announces continued operations in south Lebanon – hours after renewing ceasefire

Israel will continue its operations in southern Lebanon for now and will not withdraw from the country despite Wednesday’s conditional ceasefire after US-mediated talks, Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz said Thursday. Lebanese state media reported Israeli strikes on the country's south after air raid sirens sounded in northern Israel over…

France 24

Washington archbishop removes priest as exorcist after UFO comments

‘It's my personal belief that probably many if not most of these UFO sightings are in fact demons’

The Independent UK

Oman resists US pressure to break ties with Iran over strait of Hormuz

Sultanate says talks with Tehran are limited to lawful management of waterway, but Washington has doubts about neutrality

The Guardian - UK

Amid war, Trump touts his reflecting pool

WASHINGTON - As the ceasefire with Iran teeters and his Republican Party faces dire risks over the war’s costs, US President Donald Trump made sure the press assembled on Wednesday in the Oval Office knew what was on his mind: renovating the historic Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.

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Why This Modi-Trump Meeting Could Change More Than Trade

The world is watching France. Not because of a major conflict or economic crisis, but because two of the world's most influential leaders may soon find themselves in the same room. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump have not met in person since February 2025. Since then,…

The Independent UK

National Guard deployment has had ‘no measurable effect on violent crime’ in DC - despite Trump’s claims

President Trump has frequently credited the National Guard operation with ‘solving’ crime in Washington, even though the evidence is far more nuanced

Bangkok Post

NASA ends mission after loss of Mars probe

WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - NASA said Wednesday it will end its mission to study the atmosphere and evolution of Mars after its probe went silent for six months.

Bangkok Post

Authorities warn of World Cup ticket, merchandise scams

WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - Fraudsters are exploiting interest in the 2026 World Cup with a barrage of scams, as authorities and researchers caution against fake websites impersonating FIFA's official online presence to sell phantom tickets.

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Israel, Lebanon agree to implementation of ceasefire

There are hopes for peace in Iran with the news that separately Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a ceasefire after negotiations brokered in Washington.

France 24

Iran says no 'tangible progress' in war talks, Trump says deal close

Iran's foreign minister said on Wednesday that negotiations to end the Middle East war had made "no tangible progress" after fresh US and Iranian strikes tested a fragile ceasefire. Kuwaiti officials said an Iranian drone strike on Kuwait International Airport killed one person and wounded 63, while President Donald Trump…

The Independent UK

Trump is using fees from national parks passes to fund supersized $1.6M DC fireworks display: report

$90M in entry fees are being steered to the costly aerial spectacle celebrating the nation's 250th Independence Day

France 24

'Both sides are committed' to US-EU trade deal, US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer says

In an interview with FRANCE 24, US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer insisted that despite fresh US tariffs proposed this Wednesday, "both sides are committed to compliance" with the US-EU trade deal. The top US trade official said he saw "a lot of room" for continued compliance, notwithstanding Washington's new tariff…

The Economic Times

Trump confirms he called Netanyahu 'crazy,' as he says Israel is complicating peace talks with Iran

United States President Donald Trump confirmed he called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu "crazy" over stalled Iran peace talks. He stated his relationship with Netanyahu remains solid. Fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon continues. An Israeli strike hit a car near Beirut. Talks between Lebanon and Israel are ongoing…

The Economic Times

US, India pushing civil nuclear partnership to "new levels" with private sector focus: Sergio Gor

The US aims to boost civil nuclear cooperation with India. This partnership will involve private sector investment to meet India's growing power needs. Both nations are committed to expanding nuclear capacity for decades. This collaboration supports trusted supply chains for advanced technologies and energy security. High-level engagements underscore Washington's dedication…

Latin Times

Pentagon Hires Convicted Jan. 6 Rioter for Sensitive Military Office, Report Says

A convicted participant in the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol has been hired by the Trump administration to work inside a Pentagon office responsible for overseeing some of the nation's most sensitive military operations, according to a report by The Washington Post.

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