Grossi warns that the United Nations is slowly losing its relevance

Rafael Mariano Grossi, director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency and a candidate for the next United Nations secretary-general, has warned that the organization is gradually losing its ability to respond effectively to major international crises. In an interview with the Financial Times, Grossi said he did not expect the......

Trump urges Senate to end seasonal clock changes across the United States

U.S. President Donald Trump is pressing the Senate to move quickly on legislation that could fundamentally change how Americans keep time, calling for daylight saving time to remain in place throughout the year. Trump urged senators on Wednesday to approve the measure as soon as possible, arguing that Americans have grown tired of adjusting......

U.S. Missile Launch Notification Initiative Draws Criticism From Chinese Expert

A recent U.S.-led initiative at the United Nations calling on countries to provide advance notification of certain missile launches has triggered criticism from a Chinese military expert, who argues that Washington's proposal could deepen strategic tensions rather than reduce them. The joint statement, endorsed by the United States and......

Tucker Carlson warns of deepening debt pressures in the United States

American media personality Tucker Carlson has raised concerns about the financial situation of the United States, arguing that the country's growing debt burden reflects a deeper structural problem in the national economy. In comments reported by Russian media, Carlson described the United States as deeply indebted, suggesting that the......

Bill Gates’ daughter faces scrutiny over alleged cookie-stuffing practices at her digital shopping startup

Phoebe Gates, daughter of Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates, is facing scrutiny over allegations that her digital shopping company, Via, improperly used browser cookies to claim commissions on purchases made through partner retailers. Via, which Phoebe Gates co-founded with entrepreneur Sophia Kianni, was reportedly accused of using excessive......

Taylor Swift becomes the youngest artist inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame

At 36, Taylor Swift has added another major distinction to an already exceptional career, becoming the youngest artist ever inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. The honor, announced on Tuesday, August 11, recognizes the songwriting career of an artist whose connection with Nashville dates back to her teenage years, long before......

Trump says U.S. will maintain “full control” over the Strait of Hormuz

U.S. President Donald Trump said Washington intends to maintain what he described as “full control” over the Strait of Hormuz, escalating the rhetoric surrounding one of the world's most strategically important energy corridors. In a statement posted on his Truth Social platform, Trump said the United States had established......

Texas military helicopter crash kills two US soldiers

Two US Army soldiers were killed Wednesday after an AH-64E Apache attack helicopter crashed in central Texas, according to the military base responsible for the aircraft. The helicopter, based at Fort Hood, went down near Salado, in Bell County, prompting an emergency response at the crash site. Two soldiers killed in the crash The US Army......

FBI warns of hackers targeting social media accounts to steal private images

The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has warned that cybercriminals are increasingly targeting social media accounts belonging to adults and children in an effort to obtain private photographs and intimate videos. According to the FBI, attackers frequently rely on social engineering techniques to manipulate users into revealing......

Zelensky asks US to sell Ukraine at least 5% of its Patriot interceptors

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is urging the United States to provide Kyiv with at least 5% of its stockpile of Patriot interceptor missiles, as Ukraine struggles to defend its cities against increasingly frequent Russian ballistic missile attacks. In an interview published Thursday, Zelensky argued that Washington could transfer......

US lawmakers demand answers over living conditions aboard USS Abraham Lincoln

US lawmakers are demanding answers from the Navy over the conditions faced by sailors aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, which has remained deployed for more than 250 days. Democratic lawmakers raised concerns Wednesday about the prolonged mission, including reports relating to food and the mental health of personnel serving aboard the aircraft......

Cryptocurrencies regain ground as markets await U.S. inflation data and monitor Strait of Hormuz tensions

Cryptocurrency markets recovered some of their recent momentum on Wednesday as major digital assets moved higher, with investors closely watching upcoming U.S. inflation figures for clues about the future direction of monetary policy. The U.S. consumer price index is particularly important for cryptocurrency traders because inflation data......

U.S. inflation slows slightly in July but remains above the Federal Reserve’s target

U.S. inflation eased modestly in July 2026, according to official data, although price pressures remained above the level targeted by the Federal Reserve. The figures point to a gradual moderation in inflation while highlighting continued uncertainty over the future direction of monetary policy. The Consumer Price Index (CPI), published by......

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