Trump Declares Iran Will Not Levy Fees on Hormuz Transit
President Trump announced Monday that Iran would not be permitted to charge fees for passage through the Strait of Hormuz. Speaking outside the Oval Office, he
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Fed Chair Kevin Warsh Mulls Cutting Policy Meeting Frequency
The Federal Reserve’s top official, Kevin Warsh, is weighing a proposal to reduce the number of scheduled policy meetings this year. The discussion surfaced in
Israeli Settlers Use Pepper Spray on Elderly Palestinian in West Bank Village
An elderly Palestinian was pepper‑sprayed by Israeli settlers while working his field in the Abu Njeim area, southeast of Bethlehem, on Tuesday. WAFA news repor
China's AI Ambitions Unveiled at Global Conference
President Xi Jinping recently delivered a key address at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference. His speech, while aimed at attendees, carried a broader m
Protein Intake May Need a Rethink for Longevity, Researchers Say
A new study suggests that eating less protein could improve healthspan and extend lifespan for many adults. Researchers from several universities analyzed data
Uzbekistan's First Small Nuclear Reactor Set for 2029 Launch
Uzbekistan is moving forward with its nuclear power ambitions. The nation's first small modular reactor (SMR) is expected to begin operations in 2029. This mark
Iran’s Foreign Minister Holds Talks with Oman and Pakistan on Regional Tensions
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi spoke by phone on Monday with his Omani and Pakistani counterparts. The conversations focused on recent regional develop
Brazil's Oil Production Reaches Unprecedented Heights Amid Global Supply Shifts
Brazil's oil production reached a new record high in June. This surge is a direct result of increased supply from non-OPEC nations. The global energy market is
New AI Model Claims Real‑World Cause‑Effect Understanding
A team of researchers from the Institute for Advanced Computation unveiled a novel artificial intelligence system on Tuesday in Zurich. The model, dubbed Physio
Europe's Air Defense Crisis
Russia's attacks on Ukraine raise concerns. Europe's leaders face a critical question about air defense. The recent attacks have highlighted Europe's vulnerabil
Another Qatari LNG Tanker Hit in Hormuz Strait
A second Qatari liquefied natural gas (LNG) tanker was struck in the Strait of Hormuz. The GasLog Shanghai sustained damage while exiting the crucial waterway.
The Bond Market's Verdict on the Fed
A prominent financial strategist believes the Federal Reserve is facing a crisis of confidence. Mark Cabana, who leads US rates strategy at BofA Global Research