US Federal Reserve leaves rates unchanged despite Trump pressures
The decision also drew dissent from two of the central bank's governors, both Trump appointees.
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UN expert condemns US rollback of sanctions on Myanmar regime allies
The decision came after the country's military chief sent a letter to Trump praising his 'strong leadership'.
US Democrats use obscure law to pressure Trump on Epstein case
Rarely used 'rule of five' used in latest effort by Democrats to spotlight Trump-era Epstein controversies.
US Q2 GDP growth masks broader economic downturn
Consumer spending ticked up slightly after a near halt, but private sector investments plunged in the second quarter.
UK flights disrupted after air traffic control ‘technical issue’
Air traffic control authority says departures at all airports have resumed after glitch affected flights across UK.
UK court rules Palestine Action may challenge ‘antiterrorism’ ban
The pro-Palestinian group requests a full legal challenge to its ban in London’s High Court.
Tsunami alerts issued for US, Japan, Philippines after massive earthquake
Magnitude 8.8 quake off Russia's east coast prompts warnings, evacuations in dozens of countries.
New poll shows plunging US public support for Israel’s war on Gaza
Only 32 percent of survey respondents said they approve of Israel's conduct in Gaza, down 10 points from last year.
Trump says Epstein ‘stole’ young women staff from his Mar-a-Lago resort
Trump says he cut off his relationship with Epstein because the sex offender poached workers from his Florida resort.
What is the conflict between Thailand and Cambodia?
Thailand and Cambodia agree to a ceasefire after border clashes, but deep tensions and politics threaten it.
Calls for US to sanction Israeli settlers after Palestinian activist killed
Trump rolled back sanctions against Israeli settlers, including Yinon Levi, the alleged killer of Awdah Hathaleen.
Trump says Israel will ‘preside over’ US aid distribution in Gaza
US president says Israel would do a 'good job' of aid delivery in Gaza despite the mounting death toll at GHF sites.
Father, ex-husband, among 9 arrested in alleged honour killing in Pakistan
Sidra Bibi, 18, was reportedly killed on the orders of a local council of elders in eastern Pakistan's Rawalpindi.
IMF nudges up 2025 growth forecast but says tariff risks still dog outlook
Future tariff increases are not reflected in the IMF numbers, and could raise effective tariff rates further, it warned.
Authorities say shooter in New York City blamed NFL for brain injuries
The US football league has previously faced legal challenges over its failure to address players' concussions.
Ivory Coast’s president says will seek fourth term in office
Alassane Ouattara, 83, announced the plan after changing the constitution to remove presidential term limits.
Trump administration moves to nix key finding on greenhouse gas emissions
EPA head Lee Zeldin has framed the rollback as necessary to axe regulations and ensure the US's continued prosperity.
Union Pacific to buy Norfolk Southern for $85bn
The deal, which would build first coast-to-coast freight rail, could take up to two years to complete amid scrutiny.
Trump ally Marjorie Taylor Greene decries ‘genocide’ in Gaza
Right-wing congresswoman condemns the 'starvation happening in Gaza' as she criticises pro-Israel colleague Randy Fine.
Procter and Gamble to raise prices to offset tariff costs
The world’s largest consumer goods maker said it will have to raise prices on a quarter of its products starting August.