Zelenskyy's Senate plea revives Russia sanctions push, but House path unclear
Zelenskyy's direct appeal to senators helped advance a Russia sanctions package, though its future in the House remains uncertain amid tariff concerns.
International Relations
Canada's defense sector booms as Ottawa pivots away from US suppliers
Canada's defense industry is expanding rapidly as the government boosts spending and seeks to reduce reliance on US military suppliers.
Michigan Democrats Face Internal Divisions After El-Sayed Primary Win
Michigan Democrats struggle to unify after a divisive Senate primary, with disputes over Israel and a controversial streamer complicating their November strategy.
EU nations urge Brussels to revive frozen Russian assets plan for Ukraine
Four EU states push European Commission to restart work on using frozen Russian central bank assets to fund Ukraine.
Tate Brothers Face Miami Court as Extradition Battle Intensifies
A US magistrate considers bail for the Tate brothers as they fight extradition to the UK on rape and trafficking charges.
Hormuz shipping edges up as Iran-Oman talks continue
Visible commodity vessel transits at the Strait of Hormuz rose slightly on Wednesday, even as Iran and Oman work on a waterway-sharing agreement.
34 Australians Missing After Devastating Himalayan Floods
At least 34 Australians are missing after catastrophic floods in Nepal and China, with over 160 confirmed dead and hundreds unaccounted for.
Glacial Collapse Floods Kill 160 on Nepal-China Border
Flash floods from a glacial collapse on the Nepal-China border have killed at least 160 people, with hundreds more missing.
Australian consumer spending stays firm in July, fuelling rate hike bets
Australian household spending rose 1.1% in July, extending a three-month run and strengthening market bets on a near-term RBA rate hike.
Tibet Floods: Three Dead, 265 Missing Near Nepal Border
Flash floods in Tibet's Gyirong County have killed three and left 265 missing near the Nepal border, with rescue operations ongoing.
Australia Q2 Business Investment Slips 3.6% as Data Centre Boom Pauses
Australian business investment dropped 3.6% in Q2 as a record data centre buildout paused, though firms raised forward spending plans.
Nepal-China Border Flash Floods Kill 160, Hundreds Missing
Flash floods along the Nepal-China border have killed at least 160 people, with hundreds more missing and rescue operations underway.
BOJ Deputy Governor Signals Need for Timely Rate Hikes
BOJ Deputy Governor Ryozo Himino says timely rate hikes can prevent future abrupt tightening if inflation exceeds the 2% target.
Three Australian Banks Now Expect Another RBA Rate Hike
After a hot inflation print, three of Australia's big four banks now expect the RBA to hike rates again, with NAB seeing a September rise.
Trump's Gaza envoy warns Israeli strikes risk pushing region to point of no return
Trump's Gaza ceasefire envoy criticizes Israeli strikes, warns the alternative to the US plan is the next war.
Qatar PM heads to Tehran as Gulf diplomacy shifts to economics
Qatar's prime minister will visit Tehran to push for renewed diplomacy and freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
Colombia names new military chiefs as US Southern Command chief arrives
Colombia's president appoints new military commanders and reiterates a hardline stance against armed groups as the US Southern Command chief visits Bogota.
Flash floods along Nepal-China border kill 160, hundreds missing
Flash floods in the Nepal-China border region have killed at least 160 people, with 403 reported missing, including 341 foreign nationals.
Flash floods at Nepal-China border kill 160, hundreds missing
Flash floods near Nepal-China border kill at least 160, with hundreds missing including foreign pilgrims and trekkers.
Trump Declares Emergency, Bars Some Foreign Gear From US Power Grid
President Trump signed an executive order banning certain foreign-made bulk-power system equipment from the US electricity grid, citing national security threats.