World Cup 2026 final to feature extended halftime show with global music stars

The FIFA World Cup 2026 final is expected to feature an extended halftime show, making the break between the first and second halves significantly longer than the traditional 15 minutes. According to reports, FIFA has planned a large-scale musical performance featuring internationally recognized artists as part of the tournament's closing......

Progressive posts higher quarterly profit as auto insurance demand remains strong

Progressive reported higher second-quarter earnings on Wednesday, supported by sustained demand for personal auto insurance policies, underscoring the resilience of the U.S. insurance market despite rising claims-related costs. The insurer benefited from continued customer growth in its core automobile business, helping lift quarterly profit......

U.S. cyber espionage case shines spotlight on former Kaspersky employee accused of hacking

A cyber espionage case unfolding in the United States has drawn renewed attention to the intersection of the private cybersecurity industry and state intelligence services after court proceedings revealed that the defendant previously worked for Russian cybersecurity company Kaspersky. Denis Obrezko, who is facing computer crime charges in......

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,......

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