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Prince Harry and Meghan to Move Back to Britain With Their Children

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are expected to relocate later this month to a private home outside London, with Archie and Lilibet due to begin school in the United Kingdom in September.

UAE Announces Comprehensive Trade and Financial Embargo on Iran

The United Arab Emirates has announced a total embargo on trade and financial dealings with Iran, sharply increasing pressure on Tehran as regional conflict intensifies.

U.S. Threatens Severe New Sanctions on Iran and Pressures China to Cut Economic Ties

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has warned that Washington plans to impose its most severe sanctions yet on Iran and urged China and other countries to cut economic ties with Tehran or face secondary consequences.

U.S. Establishes Protected Shipping Corridor Through Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. military has operationalized a protected maritime corridor through the Strait of Hormuz and is escorting commercial tankers to help maintain the flow of oil through the strategic waterway during the conflict with Iran.

Russia Intensifies Missile and Drone Strikes Across Ukraine

Russian forces have launched an overnight wave of missile and drone strikes against Kyiv and 28 other locations across Ukraine, damaging civilian infrastructure and placing further pressure on the country’s resilience during the prolonge...

U.S. Agencies Warn of Cyberattacks Targeting Water and Industrial Infrastructure

Several U.S. federal agencies have warned that unidentified hackers are attempting to breach industrial control systems used by water facilities and other critical infrastructure, raising concerns about potential threats to essential ser...

Israel Advances West Bank Settlement Expansion With 1,200 New Homes in E1 Area

Israel has issued construction tenders for about 1,200 settlement homes in the sensitive E1 area of the occupied West Bank, prompting immediate condemnation from the United Kingdom and adding to diplomatic tensions over the regional conf...

International Criminal Court Condemns U.S. Sanctions Against Senior Personnel as Attack on Judicial Independence

The International Criminal Court has denounced recent U.S. sanctions against senior staff as a serious attack on judicial independence, while reaffirming its commitment to prosecuting atrocities despite growing diplomatic pressure.

Here Is What Can Never Happen in Your Country: Taiwan Is Giving Money to All Its People Because It Collected Too Much Tax

President Lai Ching-te says Taiwan plans to give eligible citizens NT$10,000 each next year, sharing the gains of stronger tax revenue and the AI-led technology boom without increasing net public debt.

US FCC Chairman Faces Congressional Scrutiny Over White House Communications Coordination

Congressional committees are seeking communications and other records concerning coordination between Federal Communications Commission leadership and White House political teams over media regulation.

Evergrande Liquidators Challenge PwC Settlement With Hong Kong Securities Regulator

Liquidators of China Evergrande Group have challenged a HK$1 billion settlement involving auditor PricewaterhouseCoopers and Hong Kong's securities regulator, adding to the legal fallout from the property developer's collapse.

Cathay Pacific and Qatar Airways Expand Aviation and Cargo Cooperation in Hong Kong

Cathay Pacific is expanding passenger connectivity to Central Asia while Qatar Airways is deepening cargo cooperation in Hong Kong, supporting the city's role as an international aviation and logistics hub.

Hong Kong Deploys Artificial Intelligence to Cut Cross-Border Permit Processing Times

Hong Kong transport authorities are using large language models to automate vehicle licensing and cross-border permit applications, with the system designed to push automatic approvals above 90% and shorten processing times.

Justice Department Defends Criminal Case Against Former FBI Director James Comey

US federal prosecutors have filed legal briefs defending the indictment of former FBI Director James Comey, arguing that the case is valid despite scrutiny over its political and legal implications.

US Supreme Court Takes Up Challenges to Executive Actions on Birthright Citizenship

The Supreme Court is consolidating legal challenges to new executive orders seeking to alter the application of constitutional birthright citizenship protections.

International Criminal Court Condemns New US Sanctions Against Its Officials

The International Criminal Court has denounced new US financial sanctions targeting international prosecutors and court officials, intensifying tensions between Washington and European allies over judicial independence.

Pentagon Warns Universities Could Lose Defense Funding Over Foreign Research Partnerships

The US Defense Department has warned dozens of major universities that they could lose federal defense grants unless they end certain academic and research partnerships with foreign entities considered adversarial by Washington.

US Federal Reserve Signals Caution on Rate Cuts Amid Energy and Bond Market Volatility

Federal Reserve officials have warned that new tariffs and shifting trade conditions could add to inflation pressures, complicating the timing of future interest-rate reductions.

US and European Allies Clash Over Secondary Sanctions on Iran

European governments are expressing deep frustration with Washington's expanded secondary sanctions against countries maintaining economic ties with Iran, warning that the measures could disrupt global energy markets.

US Senate Approves Bipartisan Funding Bill to Avert Government Shutdown

The Senate passed a continuing resolution by 90 votes to six, keeping federal agencies funded at current levels and postponing major spending disputes until December.

CK Hutchison Seeks $1.5 Billion From Panama in Arbitration Over Canal Terminals

Hong Kong conglomerate CK Hutchison Holdings has launched international treaty arbitration seeking damages after Panama seized control of operations at the Balboa and Cristobal terminals, escalating a dispute over strategic infrastructure.

China's Wang Yi Urges US to Change North Korea Policy During Seoul Talks

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Beijing would continue supporting regional stability but argued that Washington should abandon its hostile policy toward Pyongyang to create conditions for renewed security progress.

Hong Kong Exchange Reports Record First-Half Revenue on Technology Fundraising and Trading

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing reported first-half revenue of HK$16.7 billion, driven by strong trading activity and fundraising demand from artificial intelligence and technology companies.

US and Canada Advance Trade Talks as Deadline for 50% Tariffs Nears

Washington and Ottawa have made progress toward a trade agreement, with Canadian officials signaling that the emerging terms could protect key agricultural sectors and delay threatened tariff measures.

Moderna Shares Surge 145% After Positive Skin Cancer Trial Results

Moderna's market value jumped after the biotechnology company reported successful clinical results for a personalized mRNA-based treatment targeting aggressive skin cancer.

China's Unitree Robotics Surges More Than Sixfold in Shanghai Stock Market Debut

Humanoid robot maker Unitree Robotics saw its shares rise more than sixfold in its Shanghai listing, raising about $900 million and underscoring strong investor interest in China's robotics and artificial intelligence hardware sector.

Treasury Doubles Government Debt Buybacks as Bond Yields Remain Volatile

The US Treasury has expanded its purchases of longer-term government debt in an effort to ease upward pressure on benchmark yields after borrowing costs approached their highest levels in nearly two decades.

Trump Administration Threatens Secondary Sanctions in Escalation of Economic Pressure on Iran

President Donald Trump has threatened severe penalties against countries and companies that maintain financial or energy ties with Tehran, widening the economic pressure campaign against Iran and raising concerns about disruption to glob...

US National Debt Surpasses $40 Trillion Amid Rising Fiscal Pressures

US federal debt has crossed the $40 trillion mark, having doubled over the past decade as sustained government spending and rising interest costs add to pressure on the country's long-term fiscal outlook.

Russian Missile Barrage Across Kyiv Kills 12 and Wounds 33 as Air Defense Supplies Remain Constrained

At least 12 people were killed and 33 injured after a major Russian ballistic missile barrage struck 12 locations across Kyiv, damaging residential buildings and critical infrastructure and placing heavy demands on emergency services.

Federal Reserve Officials Signal Caution on Rate Changes Amid Energy and Bond Market Volatility

Federal Reserve policymakers have indicated a cautious approach to future interest-rate adjustments, warning that new tariffs and sanctions could create unpredictable inflation pressures in the US economy.

Homeland Security Prepares to Expand Border Enforcement Under Stopgap Budget

Immigration agencies are reallocating available resources to increase deportations and expand detention capacity following passage of the continuing resolution and new White House directives.

Senate Judiciary Committee Plans Accelerated Review of Lower Court Nominees

Republican leaders on the Senate Judiciary Committee are preparing to advance dozens of judicial nominees before the winter recess in an effort to shape the federal judiciary ahead of the midterm elections.

Congressional Democrats Demand Investigation Into Presidential Legal Defense Funding

Democratic leaders in the House and Senate are seeking greater transparency over financial arrangements supporting the administration's legal operations, citing concerns about corporate influence and potential conflicts of interest.

White House Unveils Exterior Renovations and New Presidential Helipad

The administration has presented extensive changes to the White House grounds, including landscape renovations and upgraded aviation infrastructure, drawing both support and criticism over the use of federal funds.

European Allies Push Back Against Washington's Expanded Sanctions Policy

US diplomats are facing growing frustration from European governments after the White House announced broader secondary sanctions, with allies warning that the policy could disrupt global energy markets.

Justice Department Prepares Nearly $2 Billion Legal Fund After IRS Lawsuit Dismissal

The administration is preparing to allocate nearly $2 billion to a specialized legal fund intended to investigate political adversaries and restructure federal law enforcement agencies following the dismissal of a major lawsuit against t...

White House Domestic Policy Council Expands Oversight of Federal Regulations

The Domestic Policy Council has expanded its role in reviewing and rewriting regulations across agencies including the Department of Health and Human Services and the Environmental Protection Agency, reducing the autonomy of career offic...

Federal Committees Review Ethics of Medical Researcher Backed by Administration Officials

Federal oversight committees are examining the conduct of a prominent medical researcher who promoted unproven infectious-disease treatments and later received public support from senior White House health advisers.

Treasury Prepares Enforcement Rules for New Iran Economic Pressure Campaign

Treasury officials are preparing regulatory mechanisms to enforce the administration's new economic measures against Iran, including potential action involving international swap lines, cash transfers and front companies in allied countr...

California and Georgia Special Elections Could Further Narrow House Republican Majority

Special elections for vacant House seats in California and Georgia are attracting national fundraising and political attention as both parties assess the potential impact on the Republican leadership's narrow margin.

Natalie Harp Gains Greater Influence Over White House Communications Strategy

White House Deputy Chief of Staff Natalie Harp has taken greater control over the president's daily information flow and digital messaging operations, becoming an increasingly influential figure inside the administration.

Firefighter Unions Warn of Severe National Staffing Shortages Ahead of Wildfire Season

National firefighting organizations are warning Congress and the Federal Emergency Management Agency of critical personnel shortages and calling for emergency funding to recruit and retain frontline workers.