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Iran’s government thinks it has won the war

The Islamic republic faced devastating losses during the conflict, but the regime has gained in confidence

Cuba tourism collapses as US pressure campaign bites

The number of foreign visitors is down by 58% compared to last year, Cuban officials say, amid sanctions and an effective oil blockade.

Qatar’s Emir hails Iran deal and touts US investments in Trump meeting

Qatar’s Emir hails Iran deal and touts US investments in Trump meeting.

Australia warns El Nino weather pattern set to be strongest in decades

Australia’s Bureau of Meteorology says forecasts have pointed towards a 'very strong El Nino event'.

Watch: California wildfires rage near passing vehicles

The fires in Riverside County cover over 2,000 acres, say authorities.

India temporarily bans Telegram over exam paper leak concerns

The NEET exam had earlier been scrapped over allegations of a paper leak, sparking massive protests.

‘We own our home outright’: I am 67 and earn $100,000. Do I take my $30,000 Social Security now or wait?

“We have combined savings of $950,000 in retirement plans, Roth IRAs and Treasuries.”

G7 leaders meet in France with Iran and Ukraine high on agenda

French President Emmanuel Macron said Tuesday’s lunch summit would focus on reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

The peace deal is in the price: Goldman Sachs lowers its oil-price target to market levels

Risks to oil price assumptions in the event of a finalized peace deal are two-sided but the Goldman Sachs report notes that the global economy adjusted very flexibly to the…

Nigerian army frees widow of ex-general who died in captivity

Maj Gen Rabe Abubakar and his wife Amina were abducted in north-west Nigeria at the end of last month.

Asia Argento to Receive Locarno Life Achievement Award

Giona A. Nazzaro, the Swiss festival's artistic director, lauded her as "an artist who has always managed to reimagine what it means to make films, constantly challenging herself…

What to know about this week’s US primary elections

Primaries are set to take place in Alabama, California, Oklahoma, Georgia, and the capital, Washington, DC, on Tuesday.

Aardman Director Will Becher Eyes China Release for New ‘Shaun the Sheep’ Film, Developing New Feature

Aardman director Will Becher said “Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom” could reach Chinese cinemas in October, speaking at a panel discussion at the Shanghai…

Football fans celebrate the World Cup across continents and cultures

Fans in jerseys and painted faces gather to watch World Cup matches, celebrating unity and rivalry alike.

Eight people killed in US Air Force B-52 bomber crash: What we know

The aircraft, one of the US Air Force's longest-used bombers, goes down during a routine test mission.

World Cup Referee Says Controversial Hand Gesture Was A “Subconscious Twitch” After Being Cleared By FIFA

UPDATE — June 16, 01:24 am PT: FIFA’s disciplinary committee has cleared Australian video referee Shaun Evans of any wrongdoing after he was accused of making a hand gesture…

In ‘Black Money for White Nights,’ Russia’s Ukraine Invasion Messes With an Aging Couple’s Dreams (Exclusive Clips)

The film from Bulgarian directors Kristina Grozeva and Petar Valchanov about post-Soviet society debuts in the main competition of the Karlovy Vary festival, which the duo won in…

Central banks repatriate gold as global insecurity rises

Conflict, sanctions and decline in trust have made the institutions more cautious about storing bullion in other countries

Japan raises interest rate to highest since 1995

The Bank of Japan has been raising rates from near-zero since 2024.

Why Kante is still crucial for France - Giroud

France's World Cup winner Olivier Giroud explains why N'Golo Kante is still an important part of Didier Deschamps' squad, eight years after planning to retire from international…

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Route announced for 2026 Tour of Britain

The men's cycling race starts in Lincolnshire, with further stages in Yorkshire and Scotland.

UK seizes Russian ‘shadow fleet’ tanker – what that means

UK's Royal Marines conduct first-of-its-kind operation in the English Channel, causing other tankers to turn around.

Bank of Japan raises rates to 1% for first time since 1995

Central bank says it will stop reducing level of monthly bond purchases from next year

Iranian-Americans protest against Iran team at World Cup

The BBC’s Shaimaa Khalil was outside the Iran v New Zealand opening round match as protesters called for an end to Tehran’s clerical regime.

Economists bet on higher rates as Kevin Warsh takes reins at the Fed

Former financier to chair meeting for first time with inflation well above the US central bank’s target

The human brain is not a machine

This common comparison invites us to see ourselves as sub-optimal alternatives to AI agents

JPMorgan plans Chase expansion into Europe’s largest markets

US lender eyes France, Spain and Italy as it aims to grow digital bank

Europe’s AI champion Mistral vulnerable to Russian disinformation, study finds

Open-source generative models are worse at removing false news than others, according to Estonian researchers

US-Iran deal must be ‘material’ for Strait of Hormuz to reopen, tanker giant warns

Mitsui OSK Lines boss cautions that fleet owners need to build confidence after months of conflict

Private equity bosses warn of AI threat to bets on law and accountancy

Buyout groups that have invested heavily in professional services face disruption from developing technology

The price of risk is falling in a more dangerous world

Capital is pouring into insurance because of high returns and low volatility. But some professionals are worried about mispricing

The world is more dangerous. Why is risk cheaper?

Capital is pouring into insurance because of high returns and low volatility. But some professionals are worried about mispricing

HR must manage AI bots as well as humans, says Accenture executive

Matt Prebble says businesses will be forced to rethink leadership models

The reclusive heirs in line for billions when Europe’s top tankmaker lists

Unlikely cast of characters who own half of KNDS set for a windfall as Berlin prepares to buy in at an up to €20bn valuation

Jon Stewart Slams Fighter Josh Hokit as a ‘F—ing A–hole’ For Saying ‘Michelle Obama Is a Man’ at UFC Freedom 250

On Monday night’s episode of “The Daily Show,” Jon Stewart slammed fighter Josh Hokit for saying Michelle Obama was a man during his post-fight interview at Sunday night’s UFC…

Jon Stewart Derides White House’s UFC Event As “God-Awful Mockery” That Managed To “Devalue Both Combat Sports & Our National Dignity”

Jon Stewart, a born and bred New Yorker, kicked off his Monday night installment of The Daily Show celebrating the momentous victory of the Knicks, shouting out sanitation workers…

Iran deal presents political nightmare for Netanyahu

Donald Trump's ceasefire agreement with Iran leaves the Israeli PM trapped in a new political and security dilemma.

OpenAI spending hit $34bn last year ahead of planned IPO

Audited figures reveal mounting costs from model development, infrastructure and rapid expansion

Inside the fight over Claude Mythos 5

As the rest of the country celebrated the USA's first World Cup win and the New York Knicks championship, Anthropic spent its weekend fighting the Trump administration over its…

Eight dead after US Air Force B-52 bomber crashes in California

The Boeing B-52 Stratofortress has been used by the US military since the 1950s.

Sheryl Crow Slams Trump Administration for Staging UFC Fight at White House: ‘Disgraceful and Void of Decency’

Sheryl Crow has slammed President Donald Trump and his administration for staging the UFC Freedom 250 event last night at the White House, describing it as “disgraceful and…

Netanyahu says Israel will remain in Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israeli forces will maintain a ‘security zone’ in occupied Lebanon.

The biggest risk to your retirement isn’t a market crash — it’s a crisis you probably haven’t planned for

Health-related financial risks are the No. 1 threat to retirement security.

How to work in retirement without seeing your Social Security checks slashed

Claiming benefits before full retirement age while keeping a job can trigger unexpected withholdings — but the money isn’t lost forever.