The Football Association of Ireland (FAI) has withdrawn its support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino, dealing another political setback to the Swiss-Italian official as criticism over his leadership continues to grow. The decision was taken following a meeting of the FAI board, which agreed to reverse a letter of support previously issued......
North Korea has strongly criticized the upcoming joint military exercises between the United States and South Korea, warning that it will respond to what it considers growing security threats with a new level of deterrence. The warning comes ahead of the annual Ulchi Freedom Shield (UFS) exercise, scheduled to begin on Monday and continue......
The United States has announced the creation of a new multinational military task force designed to integrate offensive drone capabilities with regional partners, marking a further expansion of Washington’s cooperation on unmanned systems in the Middle East. Named Falcon Strike, the task force will bring together US military personnel......
Kyrgyzstan’s President Sadyr Japarov has announced that he plans to seek a second term in the presidential election scheduled for January, signaling his intention to remain at the helm of the Central Asian country. Japarov said he intends to run again and continue his work in office, while stressing that other potential candidates would......
The White House has warned that the United States may be losing between $19 billion and $26 billion in tariff revenue each year as foreign exporters increasingly use third countries to circumvent American trade restrictions. A new administration report claims that some countries are rerouting goods through other markets before they enter......
European leaders are facing growing scrutiny over their summer holidays as geopolitical tensions, migration pressures and natural disasters continue to dominate the political agenda. For politicians already struggling with declining public support, taking time off during a major crisis can quickly become a serious political liability. A report......
Twenty people were injured after a passenger train derailed near the town of Lewes in East Sussex, southern England, on Thursday, according to reports from Sky News. Two of those injured were described as being in serious condition, while 18 others sustained less severe injuries. British Transport Police said emergency services responded......
Morocco is expanding its role in advanced military testing and defense cooperation after hosting a field exercise involving the Royal Moroccan Armed Forces, U.S. forces and Covenant, a U.S.-Israeli defense company, according to reports. The activity focused on evaluating an advanced missile system under conditions designed to replicate operational......
Erling Haaland has added another remarkable chapter to his already impressive career, receiving four new Guinness World Records certificates in recognition of his outstanding achievements with Manchester City and Norway. Since joining Manchester City from Borussia Dortmund, the Norwegian striker has established himself as one of the most......
The U.S. Treasury is preparing to auction $25 billion in 30-year government bonds, with the sale expected to highlight the rising cost of long-term borrowing for the federal government amid persistent inflation concerns and elevated bond yields. The auction is scheduled for Thursday, with market indicators suggesting that the new securities......
Apple is reshaping its government affairs leadership by appointing Nate Gatten as vice president of global government affairs, a move aimed at strengthening the technology giant’s engagement with policymakers and regulators at a time of growing trade and political uncertainty. Gatten is expected to begin his new role on August 31, overseeing......
Iran says it continues indirect negotiations with the United States through intermediaries, while maintaining that it is prepared to defend its territory amid heightened regional tensions. Iranian Ambassador to Thailand Nasr al-Din Haidari said Tehran remains committed to diplomatic efforts and is communicating with Washington through mediators.......
Producer-level inflation in the United States slowed in July 2026, suggesting that some cost pressures facing businesses have eased, particularly as energy prices declined. However, underlying inflation remained relatively firm, keeping monetary policy and interest-rate expectations in focus. According to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor......
U.S. President Donald Trump is facing a legal challenge over a paid service launched on Truth Social that offers subscribers early access to posts from prominent accounts, including Trump’s own profile, for fees reaching as much as $100,000 per month. The lawsuit was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New......
Morocco will mark Mawlid, the anniversary of the birth of the Prophet Mohammed, on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, according to the Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs. The ministry announced that Friday, August 14, will correspond to the first day of Rabi al-Awwal 1448 in Morocco. Mawlid is traditionally observed on the 12th day of this......