TikTok to Pay $400 Million to Settle US Children's Privacy Lawsuit
TikTok agrees to a $400 million settlement with the US Justice Department over allegations it violated children's privacy laws.
International Relations
Trump Says Economic Growth Will Tackle $40 Trillion Debt
Trump downplays record $40T debt, citing growth; praises outgoing press secretary; hints at Canada, Mexico trade deals.
Bolsonaro's Son Vows Crackdown on 'Narco-Terrorists' at Rio Rallies
Flávio Bolsonaro campaigns in Rio, promising war on narco-terrorists and chemical castration for sex offenders.
Chinese Comedian Guo Degang Under Investigation Over Altered Revolutionary Song Lyric
Chinese comedian Guo Degang faces investigation after changing a lyric from a revolutionary song during a Wuhan performance, leading to show cancellations.
Iran's Parliament Speaker Urges Strategy to Counter 'Unjust' US Sanctions
Iran's parliament speaker calls for a plan to counter new US sanctions, urging unity with Iraq against economic warfare.
Lula Holds Narrow Lead Over Flavio Bolsonaro in Brazil Runoff Poll
A Datafolha poll shows President Lula at 47% against Flavio Bolsonaro's 43% in a potential Brazil runoff.
Lula and Trump Discuss Tariffs in Phone Call, Agree to Fast-Track Talks
Brazil's Lula and US President Trump spoke by phone about new tariffs, agreeing to hold talks between officials soon.
Zelenskyy vows response after drone strike kills 14 at Kryvyi Rih mall
Russian drones hit a Kryvyi Rih shopping center, killing at least 14 and injuring over 100, including 11 children.
UN warns Ebola risk to Central African Republic has increased
UN says Ebola outbreak risk in CAR has risen after DRC border province cases; $3M allocated for prevention.
Tesla Recalls Nearly 3 Million Vehicles in China Over Door Handle Risks
China's market regulator announced a recall of over 4 million vehicles, including nearly 3 million Teslas, due to risks from hidden door handles that could trap occupants in crashes.
Russian drone double-tap on Kryvyi Rih mall kills 14, wounds 120
Two Russian drones hit a shopping centre in Kryvyi Rih, killing 14 and wounding over 120, including 22 children.
US clears $2.3 billion Black Hawk helicopter sale to Norway
The US State Department has approved a potential $2.3 billion sale of UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters to Norway.
US moves to pay $725 million to UN, a fraction of what it owes
The US has initiated a $725 million payment to the UN, less than 20% of what the UN says it is owed, potentially staving off immediate cuts.
Russian Drone Attack on Kryvyi Rih Mall Kills Six, Injures 91
Russian drones hit a shopping center in Kryvyi Rih, killing six and injuring 91, including six children. Zelenskyy called it a terrorist act.
Oil climbs as Trump warns of sanctions on Iran's trading partners
Crude prices rose after Trump threatened sanctions on Iran's partners, with supply concerns persisting amid low Hormuz traffic.
Hind Rajab's mother rejects Israeli probe, demands international inquiry
The mother of Hind Rajab, killed by Israeli fire in Gaza, rejects the Israeli military's probe and demands an independent international investigation.
Palestinian Teenager Killed in Settler Shooting Near Hebron
A Palestinian teenager was killed by settler gunfire in the occupied West Bank, while another man died in a separate Israeli military operation in Jenin.
China, Indonesia Launch Strategic Dialogue to Counter Global Turbulence
Chinese and Indonesian foreign ministers co-chair the first Comprehensive Strategic Dialogue in Jakarta, pledging deeper cooperation and a new five-year action plan.
Japan's Record Defense Budget Request Raises Regional and Domestic Questions
Japan's largest-ever defense budget request has drawn scrutiny over its regional implications and the potential strain on public finances.
Hind Rajab's mother rejects Israeli probe, demands independent inquiry
Mother of Hind Rajab, killed in Gaza, calls for independent inquiry, saying Israeli military probe is insufficient.