US and China Agree to Cut Tariffs on $30B in Trade Each Way
The agreement covers less sensitive goods traded in both directions, including U.S. agricultural and medical exports and Chinese toys and small appliances. The two governments also plan talks on artificial intelligence.
Thiel Says Trump is Surrounded by 'Not Very Smart' People
Peter Thiel said loyalty tests had weakened Trump’s second administration. Turning to Germany, he blamed centrist parties for failing to build a broadly shared economic future.
Europe’s Far Right is Rising, but Power Remains a Test
The AfD has won two eastern German state elections, the National Rally is preparing for France’s presidential race, and Reform UK remains competitive. Their prospects depend on very different electoral rules and political barriers.
Saudi Arabia Has Not Ruled Out Nuclear Weapons: US Intel
A classified assessment shared with Congress says Riyadh has not excluded a weapons program, according to U.S. officials. Lawmakers are reviewing a civil nuclear deal that could eventually permit uranium enrichment of up to 20%.
Watchdog Probes CIA Officer Found With $40M in Gold
The intelligence community’s inspector general is examining how the CIA vetted David Rush and the extent of his alleged misconduct after investigators found 303 gold bars at his home, according to two people familiar with the review.
Trump Rejects Iran Ceasefire Proposal
Trump has rejected a proposed seven-day pause that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for U.S. economic relief. Officials say he privately considers another bombing campaign likely after November’s midterms, though talks continue.
Netanyahu fails to flip genocidal reality
Israeli prime minister targets popular New York City mayor during speech at UN General Assembly.
Digging through memories and dangers to secure a livelihood from Gaza’s rubble
Workers use sledgehammers to recover iron from concrete, for want of machinery, earning around $20 a day.
Amid UN circus, Gaza economy reduced to 58 cents per person per day
Self-appointed saviors congratulate themselves while Israel keeps killing, blocking aid and planning Palestinians’ expulsion.
Chinese Intelligence Helps Iran’s Strikes on US Targets
U.S. intelligence assessments link imagery from Chinese groups to Iran’s improved targeting of military bases and ships, while officials remain divided over the extent of Beijing’s involvement.
How a Small Mountain Militia Now Threatens Red Sea Shipping
Born in Yemen’s northern highlands, the Houthis now hold positions on the Red Sea coast and Perim Island. Their territorial gains, missile capabilities, and threats against Saudi vessels are raising the stakes at Bab el-Mandeb.
Mosques given £66m in emergency security funds after Southport disorder
Exclusive: Full government funding figures ‘tell sombre story about rise in hostility that British Muslims live with’, trust says
A record £66m of emergency security funding was issued by the Home Office for mosques and related community sites in the UK when violent disorder spread in the aftermath of the Southport attacks in 2024.
Exclusive figures obtained by the Guardian also reveal a record of about £41m in security funding was issued for mosques and related community sites for the year from April 2025-26 as part of the protective security scheme.
Continue reading...Trump Gives Republicans Room to Dissent Ahead of Midterms
With six weeks until the midterms, the White House is considering moves on fuel and beef prices while allowing vulnerable Republican candidates to distance themselves from some Trump policies.
Netanyahu Claims Israel Prevented Genocide in UN Address
Benjamin Netanyahu used a combative UNGA address to reject genocide accusations, attack Türkiye and European leaders, defend Israel’s wars and condemn delegates who walked out as he took the podium.
Xi Urges US-China Restraint As Trump Hosts Lavish Visit
Trump and Xi used a lavish White House state visit to stress dialogue and global stability as the two powers confront disputes over AI, trade, Iran and Taiwan.
Paradox Faces Backlash After Linking Atatürk to 1915 Events
Hearts of Iron IV’s recent Steam rating fell to Overwhelmingly Negative after Turkish players protested a Discord ban and moderator remarks linking Mustafa Kemal Atatürk to the 1915 events.
Am I in the right place?
After six months of online classes at the Islamic University of Gaza, I ventured to the campus for the first time.
Israel Turns Archaeology Into a Tool for Land Seizures
Israel says land around West Bank archaeological sites must be protected. Palestinians and archaeologists argue the policy is increasingly being used to expand Israeli control over territory and communities.
Surviving a massacre, but scars remain
Two years ago, Israel bombed a camp in a designated “safe zone” in al-Mawasi, killing dozens.
FBI's Hacking Unit Was Part of Those Exposed by Hackers
A breach involving data on 5,000 alleged FBI officials included personnel tied to the Remote Operations Unit, exposing personal details linked to one of the bureau’s most secretive technical teams.