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Apple Seeks Court Order to Stop OpenAI Using Alleged Trade Secrets

The iPhone maker has asked a federal judge for an injunction, accelerated evidence-gathering and broad forensic access in its case against OpenAI and former Apple hardware employees.

Breaking With the Past: One of the World’s Smallest Countries Changes Its Name

The Pacific island nation formerly known as Nauru has adopted its traditional name, the Republic of Naoero, to reflect its language, heritage and national identity.

AI Is Remaking the US Economy, From GDP Growth to iPhone Prices

The race to build data centres and buy advanced chips is lifting investment, construction and stock values, while increasing debt, import demand and pressure on technology supply chains.

Comcast: Tied to a Chair and Hit in the Face With Cake: The Regular Humiliation Ritual at the US Corporate Giant

A former Comcast Xfinity sales adviser alleges that the lowest-performing employee at a Connecticut store was tied to a chair and hit with whipped-cream cake as part of a monthly ritual.

Indonesia’s Free School Meals Plan Has Been Hit by Poisoning, Corruption and Cuts

President Prabowo Subianto’s flagship nutrition programme aimed to reach tens of millions of children and pregnant women, but its rapid rollout has exposed major failures in food safety and oversight.

Intelligence Report Says Democratic Republic of Congo Secretly Exported Uranium to China

Intelligence reporting indicates that the Democratic Republic of Congo has been covertly exporting uranium to China, raising international nonproliferation concerns and drawing attention to Beijing's efforts to secure strategic resources...

Investigation Alleges United Arab Emirates Bought Stolen Sudanese Gold During Civil War

A major financial investigation found that the United Arab Emirates acquired an estimated one hundred million dollars in stolen Sudanese gold while also supplying weapons to factions in Sudan's civil war, increasing international scrutin...

Chinese Military Unveils Artificial Intelligence System for Coordinating Mass Air Strikes

The People's Liberation Army introduced an advanced artificial intelligence system designed to autonomously coordinate and select targets for large-scale air strikes, highlighting the expanding role of autonomous technologies in modern m...

Twenty-Five States Sue Trump Administration Over New International Trade Tariffs

A coalition of twenty-five states filed a federal lawsuit seeking to block new tariffs imposed by the administration of United States President Donald Trump, marking a significant legal challenge to the administration's broad trade policy.

Israel Rejects United States-Backed Postwar Gaza Disarmament Proposal

Israeli officials rejected a United States-backed roadmap negotiated between Hamas and the international Board of Peace overseeing Gaza's postwar transition, underscoring continuing disagreements over the future governance and security a...

OPEC Plus Raises Oil Production Targets to Offset Middle East Shipping Disruptions

OPEC Plus agreed to increase crude oil production targets in an effort to stabilize global energy markets as disruptions in the Red Sea and the Strait of Hormuz continue to threaten international supply chains.

United States Issues Final Ultimatum to Iran as Strait of Hormuz Remains Closed

United States President Donald Trump issued a final call for negotiations with Tehran after aborting a planned major military strike, while Iranian forces continued to resist American bombing operations and kept the Strait of Hormuz clos...

Europe’s Drying Rivers Trigger Power Cuts, Factory Shutdowns and Wildfire Emergencies

Extreme heat and prolonged drought are disrupting nuclear and hydroelectric generation, river transport, agriculture and industrial production from Britain and France to Hungary, Romania and Serbia.

MLB Expands Testing of Automated Ball-Strike Technology in Minor Leagues

Major League Baseball announced expanded testing of computer-based ball and strike evaluation systems in Triple-A affiliates, moving the technology closer to possible future use in the major leagues.

National Endowment for the Arts Awards Grants for Community Cultural Programs

The National Endowment for the Arts provided funding to hundreds of arts organizations, preservation projects and regional theaters aimed at expanding cultural access in rural and underserved communities.

Education Department Issues New Higher Education Accountability Guidance

The Department of Education released updated compliance guidance for colleges and universities covering accreditation standards, credit-hour definitions and reporting requirements for vocational outcomes.

U.S. Home Price Growth Slows as Housing Supply Improves Slightly

Federal Housing Finance Agency data showed home price appreciation continued moderating across many metropolitan areas, offering early signs of improving affordability as housing inventory increased modestly.

NOAA Warns Atlantic States to Prepare for Active Hurricane Season Peak

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration urged Gulf Coast and Atlantic states to prepare for a potentially active hurricane period, citing unusually warm ocean conditions in major storm formation areas.

Energy Department Supports Advanced Nuclear Reactor and Uranium Fuel Projects

The Department of Energy announced funding for private-sector efforts developing small modular nuclear reactors and domestic high-assay low-enriched uranium production to support future clean energy supply.

FTC Opens Review of AI Cloud Partnerships Over Competition Concerns

The Federal Trade Commission launched an inquiry into partnerships between artificial intelligence developers and cloud providers, examining whether exclusive infrastructure agreements could limit competition for smaller technology compa...

Transportation Department Enforces Automatic Airline Refund Rules for Delays and Cancellations

The Department of Transportation began enforcing stronger passenger protection rules requiring airlines to provide automatic cash refunds for major cancellations and prolonged delays.

EPA Funds Midwest Water Infrastructure Upgrades to Replace Aging Systems

The Environmental Protection Agency approved federal grants for Midwestern communities to replace lead service lines, improve water treatment facilities and strengthen drinking water safety.

Health Department Launches National Campaign Focused on Chronic Disease Prevention

The Department of Health and Human Services launched a nationwide public awareness campaign promoting early screening, healthier diets and metabolic health management to address rising chronic disease rates among working-age Americans.

U.S. Airlines Adjust International Routes Amid Middle East Security Concerns

Major American airlines revised some international flight paths to avoid restricted airspace after updated Federal Aviation Administration warnings over rising security risks and military activity in the Middle East.

NASA Begins Cryogenic Testing for Next Artemis Lunar Mission Rocket Systems

NASA engineers started critical environmental testing of propulsion systems for the next Artemis mission rocket, advancing preparations for upcoming uncrewed lunar orbit objectives.

DHS Reports Continued Decline in Unauthorized Border Crossings After New Security Measures

The Department of Homeland Security said newly deployed surveillance technology and reinforced barriers along the southern border have contributed to continued monthly declines in unauthorized crossings.

Technology Stocks Fall as Semiconductor and AI Shares Face Global Market Correction

Major U.S. stock indexes declined as semiconductor and artificial intelligence-related companies experienced broad selling pressure following global market volatility and weaker guidance from some hardware manufacturers.

Congress Reaches Bipartisan Framework for Short-Term Funding Bill to Avoid Shutdown

House and Senate leaders reached a tentative agreement on a temporary funding measure designed to keep the federal government operating through the autumn while lawmakers prepare for the November midterm elections.

Justice Department Moves to Drop Charges in Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Case

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia moved to dismiss vandalism charges related to damage near the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool after engineering reviews concluded the incident resulted from structural flaws rather...

U.S. Trade Officials Defend Section 301 Tariffs as Legal and Necessary

White House trade officials defended targeted import duties, arguing that insufficient action by foreign governments against forced labor practices disadvantages American manufacturers and justifies continued trade enforcement measures.

Federal Reserve Officials Signal Patience on Interest Rate Cuts Amid Inflation Concerns

Federal Reserve policymakers said they will continue taking a cautious approach to monetary easing until economic data provides stronger evidence that inflation is sustainably moving back toward the two percent target.

Pentagon Creates Military Spouse Commission to Expand Family Support Programs

The Department of Defense established the President’s Military Spouse Commission alongside new initiatives focused on employment opportunities, professional licensing recognition and childcare access for military families.

FBI Supervisory Agent Charged With Stealing Nearly One Million Dollars in Cryptocurrency

Federal prosecutors charged an FBI supervisory agent with allegedly taking nearly one million dollars in digital assets that had been seized during a white-collar criminal investigation.

FEMA Approves Disaster Aid as Eastern Washington Wildfires Force Evacuations

The Federal Emergency Management Agency approved emergency assistance as firefighters battled fast-moving wildfires in eastern Washington that destroyed hundreds of structures and forced tens of thousands of residents to evacuate.

U.S. Manufacturing Growth Reaches Four-Year High Amid Reshoring Push

U.S. factory activity expanded at its fastest pace in four years, supported by domestic manufacturing investment, supply chain reshoring efforts and federal spending initiatives aimed at strengthening industrial capacity.

Senate Judiciary Committee Sets Todd Blanche Attorney General Confirmation Vote

The Senate Judiciary Committee scheduled a confirmation vote for Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche after Republican senators received written assurances from the administration resolving disputes over Department of Justice oversight a...

Trump Says Iran Faces Final Opportunity for Nuclear Deal Before Possible Military Action

President Donald Trump said ongoing backchannel discussions give Iran a final chance to reach a comprehensive agreement and avoid severe military consequences, while Iranian officials have denied that direct negotiations are underway.

Twenty-Five States Sue Trump Administration Over New Global Import Tariffs

A coalition of 25 U.S. states filed a federal lawsuit challenging the administration's new 10 percent to 12.5 percent tariffs on imports from 60 trading partners, arguing the White House is exceeding its authority by using forced labor i...

Pentagon Announces New Navy Reserve Leadership Nomination

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced that President Donald Trump nominated Navy Rear Admiral lower half John Saccomando for promotion to rear admiral and appointment as chief of the Navy Reserve and commander of Navy Reserve Forces.

Justice Department Moves to Dismiss Charges Against Olympian Over National Mall Incident

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia asked a court to dismiss charges against Olympic athlete David Hearn after further reviews indicated that structural installation problems, rather than vandalism, caused damage near...