Japan's Fiscal Outlook Darkens as Budget Requests and Bond Yields Climb
Japan faces mounting fiscal strain as massive budget requests coincide with rising bond yields, according to a fresh report.
International Relations
UN urges global action as Ebola spreads exponentially in DR Congo
The UN is appealing for greater international support as the Ebola outbreak in DR Congo spreads at an exponential rate.
US Moves to Clear $725 Million of UN Dues Ahead of General Assembly
The US has begun paying $725 million of its UN arrears, a partial settlement ahead of the General Assembly, though billions remain outstanding.
Trump tariffs cool Quebec's separatist fervour ahead of provincial vote
US tariffs and annexation threats have pushed support for Quebec independence to a decades-low of 30%, prompting separatist leaders to shelve referendum plans.
Iran Claims Global Recognition of Victory Over US; Golan Remarks Stir Row
Iran's president says the world accepts its victory over the US. Meanwhile, a US envoy's remarks on Israeli occupation of Golan Heights spark backlash.
Ukrainian Drone Barrage Hits Ozon Warehouse, Kills Six in Russia
Ukrainian drones killed six civilians and struck an Ozon warehouse, a refinery, and other targets across Russia.
Iran permits Iraqi oil tankers to transit Strait of Hormuz
Iran has allowed Iraqi oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz following repeated requests from Baghdad, state media reported.
Kryvyi Rih mall attack death toll rises to 16, officials say
A Russian drone attack on a Kryvyi Rih shopping center killed 16 people. Separate strikes in two other regions brought Friday's total death toll to 21.
Colombia Earthquake Death Toll Climbs to 329, Officials Say
Colombia's earthquake death toll has risen to 329, with 4,600 injured and 247 missing, officials confirmed.
Ukrainian drone strikes hit Ozon warehouse in Russia's Samara region
Ukrainian drones struck an industrial facility and an Ozon warehouse in Russia's Samara region, wounding several and halting logistics work.
Japan's FY2027 Budget Requests Projected to Top 130 Trillion Yen
Japan's budget requests for fiscal 2027 are expected to surpass 130 trillion yen, reflecting rising spending pressures.
Russian strikes kill 2 in Ukraine a day after mall attack
Russian drone and missile strikes killed two people in Ukraine, a day after a shopping mall attack in Kryvyi Rih killed 16.
Iran approves Iraqi oil tanker passage through Strait of Hormuz
Iran has approved the transit of Iraqi oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, following repeated requests from Baghdad.
Europe's wildfires are unearthing a deadly legacy: unexploded wartime bombs
Summer wildfires across Europe are igniting unexploded WWI and WWII bombs and mines, forcing bomb-disposal teams into action and highlighting a climate-linked danger.
Wildfires Across Europe Unearth Buried World War Bombs and Mines
Summer wildfires in Europe have revealed and detonated buried World War I and II munitions, posing extra risks to firefighters and locals.
US Navy escorts 15 million barrels through Hormuz as Iran standoff persists
US military helped move 15 million barrels through Strait of Hormuz; total flows near 20 million as tensions with Iran continue.
US and Iran Trade Threats Ahead of New Sanctions as Hormuz Traffic Collapses
US-Iran tensions escalate as new sanctions loom, oil traffic through Hormuz plummets, and both sides signal resolve.
Canada, US Race Clock as 50% Tariff Deadline Nears
Canadian and US negotiators are in final-stage talks to avert 50% tariffs on Canadian goods set to take effect Saturday.
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.
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.