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Roscosmos and Nasa agree to extend International Space Station operations through 2030

Russia's space agency, Roscosmos, and the United States' National Aeronautics and Space Administration (Nasa) have agreed to continue joint operations aboard the International Space Station (ISS) until 2030, reaffirming one of the longest-standing international partnerships in space exploration. Roscosmos Director General Dmitry Bakanov......

Poll finds majority of Americans oppose military action against Iran

A new public opinion survey suggests that a majority of Americans believe the decision to launch military action against Iran was a mistake, reflecting growing concern over the potential consequences of an escalating conflict in the Middle East. According to a YouGov poll conducted for The Economist, 57% of respondents said they opposed......

E. Jean Carroll receives $5.62 million following civil judgment against Donald Trump

American writer E. Jean Carroll has received approximately $5.62 million following the enforcement of a civil court judgment against US President Donald Trump in a case involving sexual abuse and defamation. According to court records and media reports, the payment includes the $5 million in damages awarded by a federal jury in 2023, along......

Google AI chief calls for independent regulator to test advanced artificial intelligence systems

The head of Google’s artificial intelligence division has called for the creation of a dedicated regulatory body in the United States to evaluate the most advanced AI systems before they are released to the public. Demis Hassabis, chief executive of DeepMind, argues that increasingly powerful artificial intelligence technologies require......

Historic heat wave puts nearly 100 million people under alerts across the United States

A historic heat wave is sweeping across the United States, placing nearly 100 million people under heat alerts as dangerously high temperatures spread from the western states toward the East Coast. Meteorologists warn that the extreme weather event could reach its peak in the coming days before conditions gradually improve. The National Weather......

China rejects US sanctions plan targeting buyers of Russian oil

China has strongly rejected a proposed United States sanctions framework aimed at countries that continue purchasing Russian oil, warning that it would oppose measures it considers unilateral and incompatible with international law. The statement comes as a bipartisan group of US senators advances legislation that would allow President Donald......

US freezes over $130 million in cryptocurrency linked to Iran

The United States has announced the freezing of more than $130 million in cryptocurrency assets that authorities allege are linked to Iranian financial networks, marking another step in Washington's efforts to strengthen economic pressure on Tehran. According to the US Department of the Treasury, the action is part of a broader strategy......

Democratic lawmakers criticize US policy toward Cuba after congressional visit

A group of Democratic members of the United States Congress has criticized Washington's current policy toward Cuba, arguing that recent measures have worsened the island's humanitarian and economic challenges. The lawmakers made their remarks after a multi-day visit to Cuba, where they met with government officials, healthcare professionals,......

ASML includes Terafab demand in chip equipment expansion plans for 2027 and 2028

ASML, the world’s leading supplier of advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment, said its expansion strategy for 2027 and 2028 already factors in expected demand linked to Elon Musk’s planned Terafab chip production facility in Texas. The Dutch technology group confirmed that future capacity planning is being shaped by discussions......

Iran–US tensions escalate as Strait of Hormuz security raises global trade concerns

Tensions between Iran and the United States have intensified following renewed military activity and growing concerns over security in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most strategically important maritime routes. The latest escalation has heightened fears about regional stability, global energy supplies, and international shipping,......

Oscar-winning actress Ellen Burstyn to receive Venice Film Festival Golden Lion for lifetime achievement

Ellen Burstyn, one of the most respected figures in American cinema, will be honored with a Golden Lion for lifetime achievement at the 83rd Venice Film Festival, celebrating a career spanning more than five decades. The 93-year-old actress, known for her remarkable performances across more than 150 films, will receive the prestigious award......

Family of detained US seismologist urges China to release scientist held on espionage charges

The family of American seismologist Youlin Chen has publicly appealed for his release after more than 20 months in Chinese detention, intensifying pressure on Beijing as diplomatic efforts between the United States and China have yet to secure his freedom. Chen, who was arrested in November 2024 on espionage allegations, is officially recognized......

Trump claims Iranian vessels would be barred from Strait of Hormuz transit

U.S. President Donald Trump has claimed that all commercial shipping would be allowed to transit the Strait of Hormuz except vessels linked to Iran, as tensions in the Gulf continue to draw international attention. In a post on his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump stated that the strategic waterway would remain open to international......

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