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Putin says there is 'no point' meeting Zelensky over ending Ukraine war

The Russian president's refusal comes after his Ukrainian counterpart wrote an open letter calling for face-to-face talks.

The Fed may already be too late in hiking interest rates — which is bad news for these borrowers

Friday’s strong jobs report could soon feel like a double-edged sword for borrowers struggling to keep up with inflation and their bills.

Meta weighs big equity raising after blockbuster Google deal

Facebook parent could sell tens of billions of dollars in new stock as it seeks to finance AI infrastructure

Russia’s Putin says ‘no point’ meeting Ukraine’s Zelenskyy for now

The Russian leader insisted military action would only stop after Moscow achieves its 'goals'.

Video shows moment Israeli air strike hits car in southern Lebanon

Video shows the moment when journalist Abbas Fakih was reporting in Nabatieh, Lebanon and an Israeli air strike hit.

US demands tougher rules for car parts in Mexico trade talks

Washington wants to reduce Chinese supplies from North America’s vehicles while increasing American content

Lawsuit challenges US ‘third-country’ deportations to Equatorial Guinea

Complaint filed to African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights challenges controversial expulsion practice.

As the largest World Cup ever kicks off, health officials are focused on more than Ebola

Officials are more concerned about highly contagious diseases like measles and respiratory viruses, which can spread quickly through large, fast-moving crowds.

The most interesting startups right now want to get you off your phone

While the AI fundraising machine keeps breaking its own records, some founders are building in the other direction.  Mirror founder Brynn Putnam just raised money…

Somalia declares order restored after two days of fighting in Mogadishu

Violence that paralysed two Mogadishu districts subsides, but opposition rejects president's rule and vows to fight on.

Lauren Graham, Patti LuPone & Dan Bucatinsky To Star Opposite Nick Borenstein In Indie Comedy ‘August’ Marking His Debut Feature

EXCLUSIVE: Lauren Graham (Twinless), Patti LuPone (Beau Is Afraid) and Dan Bucatinsky (The Comeback) are set to star opposite Nick Borenstein in August, a comedy marking…

US Senate passes $70bn ICE funding bill: What comes next?

Republicans pass key Trump initiative after marathon vote-a-rama, avoid barring controversial 'anti-weaponisation' fund.

Hospitality jobs boom as US prepares for World Cup

It is the third month in a row US jobs figures have beaten expectations.

‘Hacks’ Creators On Show’s “Bleak” Predictions Of Hollywood, Why Spin-Off Doesn’t Seem “In The Cards” — But ‘Broad City’ Movie Is “More Likely”

SPOILERS: This post contains details about the Hacks series finale With the emotional gut punch that was last weeks’ Hacks series finale, its creators consider the episode a…

Anthony Head Dies: ‘Ted Lasso’ & ‘Buffy The Vampire Slayer’ Star Was 72

Anthony Head, the British actor best known for roles in Ted Lasso and Buffy the Vampire Slayer, has died at 72. Head’s daughters, actors Emily and Daisy, told BBC News that…

Here’s what wild single-stock price swings may signal for your index fund

Also in Weekend Reads: The latest on SpaceX and other IPOs, a raw deal for Alphabet’s non-Berkshire shareholders and advice from the Moneyist.

The Fitbit Air is a good wearable weighed down by a chatty AI "coach"

The Air succeeds as a minimalist, reliable fitness tracker, but Google's AI Health Coach feels unnecessary.

Independent Film Company and Shudder Buy ‘Breeder,’ Horror Film About Deranged Poodle Breeder, Ahead of Tribeca Debut (EXCLUSIVE)

Independent Film Company and Shudder have acquired Alex Goyette’s debut feature “Breeder.” The film is about an eccentric poodle breeder who lures a broke college…

Ukraine strikes cargo ships and admits Romania drone blast

Ukraine says it struck five ships carrying illegal cargo in the Sea of Azov and in coastal waters of Russian-occupied territories.

Barcelona teenager Lamine Yamal wins La Liga Player of the Season award

Lamine Yamal will be an integral part of Spain's World Cup 2026 challenge and was key in Barcelona's La Liga defence.

Trump-run Kennedy Center took $2mn from ‘fake CIA operative’, lawsuit alleges

Donation by alleged conman follows accusations of cronyism and corruption at Washington’s top performing arts centre

WHO, Africa CDC unveil $518m Ebola plan as Uganda death toll rises

Uganda reported three more cases and one more death from the outbreak which has spread from the DRC.

The token bill comes due: Inside the industry scramble to manage AI’s runaway costs

"The whole conversation shifted from tokenmaxxing and 'go fast' to 'we need guardrails, how do we control this?'"

‘DOGE’ wanted to declare 2.7 million people ‘dead’ at Social Security: whistleblower

This is the third whistleblower to come forward about alleged illegal activity by Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency.

Rusty West Indies face upbeat Sri Lanka with series on the line

Both sides are unlikely to change as SL eye their first bilateral ODI series in WI since 2003

Rocket Report: Blue Origin explosion still making headlines; Impulse raises money

NASA expects to begin stacking the SLS rocket this summer for next year's Artemis III launch.

Family offices bet on sports, from pickleball leagues to smart soccer balls

While AI startups dominate deal-making news, investment firms of the ultra-rich are still keen on sports.

Pugilistic Florida billionaire plots law firm stake sale to private equity

Move by largest US personal injury firm could cement buyout groups’ arrival in a sector that has long been off-limits

Gaza, Iran, Lebanon: If ceasefires are in place, why do strikes continue?

International law sets rules for ceasefires, but who enforces them when violations continue? Three experts explain.

California’s proposed ‘billionaire tax’ is a terrible idea. We should do this instead.

Almost everything about this tax is bad, and it obscures something much better that we do need.

Social Security is looking at a $500-a-month cut. Could a new bipartisan commission make a difference?

A new legislative proposal would create a bipartisan commission to strengthen the finances of Social Security and Medicare at a time when the programs are under pressure.

Elon Musk needs the cultish support of everyday investors to pull off the massive SpaceX IPO

“They’re going to have to own it”: Elon Musk wants retail investors to buy some $23 billion of SpaceX shares next week.

‘No one wears bling’: What does it say about America if people are afraid to wear their jewelry?

“I’ve been to many shows, operas, big parties and fundraisers.”

Ukrainian marine drone explodes at Romanian port

A malfunctioning Ukrainian naval drone has caused an explosion at a key Black Sea port in Romania.

How the US naval blockade has bled Iran of nearly $6bn in oil revenues

Iran is exporting less than one-sixth of the oil it was shipping before the war began.

Nazi salutes, Sikhs abused: Tensions grip UK after Henry Nowak’s murder

Although the victim's father has warned against exploiting his family's tragedy, far-right groups are rallying.

AirTrunk commits $30B to build 5GW of AI data centers in India

The Australian data center operator plans to set up 5GW of capacity in India.

U.S. Added 127,000 Jobs In May, Beating Expectations; Movie And Music Employment Falls

The U.S. added 172,000 jobs in May, beating expectations, as the unemployment rate remained unchanged at 4.3%. With gains in leisure and hospitality, health care and local…

Is there an AI stock market bubble, and is it ready to burst?

Despite the Iran war, inflation and debt fears, US markets keep hitting record highs, fueled largely by AI. BBC's Samira Hussain looks into whether that bubble will burst.

US economy blew past expectations to add 172,000 jobs in May

Figure marks latest sign of labour market rebound

New £386m plan to fight Ebola as number of cases rises

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has unveiled a $518m (£386m) six-month plan to fight Ebola, as the number of cases continue to grow.

South Korean police break up 35-hour polling station protest

South Korean police break up 35-hour polling station protest

Bulls declare victory in AI debate, but two classic signs of a market top are looming

The trend of ‘capex recycling’ is considered a problem by a TS Lombard analyst

Moeen Ali says he was advised not to join Yorkshire

Moeen Ali says many people advised him against moving to Yorkshire following the Azeem Rafiq racism case.

Broadway's $1.9 billion season is the latest sign of consumers splurging on experiences

Sunday's Tony Awards follow a record-breaking season on Broadway. The awards often lead to further ticket sales for winning shows.

International Insider: Reality TV Summit UK; Netflix’s Euro Rights Warning; ‘Buena Vista’ Interview

Good afternoon Insiders, happy Friday and welcome back to the Insider. Max Goldbart here steering you through. Sign up here. Reality TV Summit UK @ SXSW London The reality of it…

Here’s the downside to record-setting stock markets across the globe that are generating a wealth boom

While some Americans are enjoying the fruits of the stock market bonanza, their consumption is stirring inflation and lower-income consumers are missing out altogether, says Bank…

US journalist pleads guilty to working as China's agent

Thomas Weir Pauken II, 50, knowingly worked with people employed by the Chinese government for years.

The IPO of this power generator for data centers quietly outshines Quantinuum

Innio’s stock soared in its debut, to outshine the shares of the more high-profile quantum-computing company, and Trump administration investment, Quantinuum.

Next Wave Of European Showrunners Revealed

EXCLUSIVE: As Europe pushes for more showrunners, a dozen writers from across the continent have been selected for an EU-backed programme headed by some big names from Borgen,…