Live: Putin and Zelensky speak to Trump ahead of NATO summit in Turkey US President Donald Trump spoke with Russia's Vladimir Putin and Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky late Saturday to discuss the conflict in Ukraine ahead of a NATO summit in Ankara. Negotiations remain at an impasse, with Moscow demanding the withdrawal of Ukrainian forces from Ukraine's Donetsk region – a demand Kyiv rejects. #Live #Putin #and #Zelensky #speak

Trump allies double down on efforts to reshape Federal Reserve Cook remains a target after the high court allowed her to stay in her job for now, as does former Chair Jerome Powell. #Trump #allies #double #down #efforts

Armenia’s defiant drag scene braves pushback Armenia sits at the crossroads of Europe, Asia and the Middle East. While in much of the European Union, the drag scene is mainstream, in Armenia it remains underground. #Armenias #defiant #drag #scene #braves

Colombia-Ghana live: Last round of 16 spot up for grabs Colombia and Ghana battle for the last remaining Round of 16 berth at the World Cup in Kansas City. The Cafeteros and Black Stars meet in a winner-takes-all encounter that will determine who advances to face Switzerland next Tuesday. #Colombia #Ghana #live #Last #round

EU sanctions individuals behind Alexei Navalny poisoning – POLITICO The Council of the European Union on Friday announced sanctions targeting six scientists and researchers suspected of being involved in the poisoning of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny. “The EU remains fully committed to countering the proliferation and use of chemical weapons,” read the Council statement. The sanctions include an asset freeze and a travel ban to the EU. ... #sanctions #individuals #behind #Alexei #Navalny

Audi Says Markets Are Too Different for a 'Global Car' to Work Audi and AUDI, its Chinese spinoff brand, are heading in different directions to remain competitive across contrasting market trends. #Audi #Says #Markets #Are #Too

Republicans’ Home-Field Edge for Senate Seems Just Enough for Now Democratic candidates are generally popular, Times/Siena polling finds, but retaking the Senate remains a big challenge. #Republicans #Home #Field #Edge #for

Top EU court upholds Google Android fine in landmark antitrust case – POLITICO The ruling “fails to recognize our significant investment to ensure Android remains open, interoperable and free,” a Google spokesperson said in a statement. The company said it had complied with the initial findings from 2018 and remains “focused on continued innovation and openness for our users, partners and developers.” The ruling brings to a close a case that was one of the defining antitrust battles of former Competition Commissioner Margrethe Vestager’s tenure and reinforces the Commission’s use of traditional competition law to tackle the market power of digital platforms. At the heart of the case were agreements requiring smartphone manufacturers seeking access to Google’s Play Store to pre-install Google Search and Chrome, alongside restrictions that the Commission said made it harder for rival search engines and browsers to compete.  The judgment is also expected to shape future abuse-of-dominance cases under Article 102, particularly on how EU competition authorities assess tying practices in digital markets. ... #Top #court #upholds #Google #Android

Russia closes border rail crossings amid Baltic tensions | DW News Russia has suspended rail traffic through seven border crossings with Finland, Estonia and Latvia, without publicly explaining why. The closures affect one of the few remaining direct transport links between Russia and the European Union. #Russia #closes #border #rail #crossings

US-Iran Qatar talks show progress, Trump says, as both sides set up hotline US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday indirect talks with Iran in Qatar were making progress, signalling diplomacy remained on track despite recent hostilities. Iran later said the talks had ended with agreement to establish a communication channel by Thursday to report and document violations of their initial memorandum of understanding. #Iran #Qatar #talks #show #progress

Berlin divided over plans to demolish Nazi bunker | DW News A row has broken out in Berlin over plans to demolish one of the last remaining relics of the Nazi regime. The bunker, part of Hitler’s former power complex, could make way for new housing and offices. #Berlin #divided #over #plans #demolish

U.S. and Iran Set to Hold Indirect Talks After Trading Attacks: What to Know Negotiators are in Qatar for indirect talks and ship traffic has risen in the Strait of Hormuz, even as Tehran and Washington remain far apart on key issues. Here’s what to know. #and #Iran #Set #Hold #Indirect

Mark Rutte on European defence spending | FT #shorts Europe’s rearmament drive is sustaining 195,000 US defence jobs through $300bn in arms orders, Nato’s top official has said, making an economic case for Donald Trump to remain committed to the alliance ahead of next week’s summit.⁠ ⁠ #shortsviral #shortsvideo #shortfeed #shortsyoutube #nato #europe ► Enjoying FT content? #Mark #Rutte #European #defence #spending

Eurozone inflation falls more than expected to 2.8% in June Price growth remains above central bank’s target for fourth straight month #Eurozone #inflation #falls #more #than

Middle East live: Qatar reaffirms backing for US – Iran talks Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani reaffirmed his country's role as a mediator in US – Iran negotiations during talks with US envoy Steve Witkoff and presidential adviser Jared Kushner on Tuesday, as Doha said it remained committed to supporting efforts to implement the memorandum of understanding aimed at ending the Middle East war. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates. #Middle #East #live #Qatar #reaffirms

Europe’s rearmament drive is sustaining 195,000 US defence jobs, Nato chief says Mark Rutte makes economic case for Donald Trump to remain committed to the alliance in FT interview #Europes #rearmament #drive #sustaining #195000

Europe’s rearmament drive is sustaining 195,000 US defence jobs, Nato chief says Mark Rutte makes economic case for Donald Trump to remain committed to the alliance in FT interview #Europes #rearmament #drive #sustaining #195000

Stocks Notch Strongest Quarter Since 2020 The S&P 500 rose almost 15 percent for the three months through June, and many stock analysts remain optimistic that corporate earnings driven by artificial intelligence will keep growing. #Stocks #Notch #Strongest #Quarter #Since

GCC debt markets have rallied since the ceasefire, but tight liquidity remains a key hurdle  The easing of geopolitical tensions has fueled a surge in GCC bond and sukuk issuance. But with the Federal Reserve expected to keep rates on hold, tight dollar liquidity remains a stubborn headwind to future recovery. #GCC #debt #markets #have #rallied

How ships are risking ‘safe’ passage through the Strait of Hormuz A plan to divert shipping through an alternative corridor off the Omani coast to avoid the threat of mines in the Strait of Hormuz has come under scrutiny after two attacks on ships in recent days. Though Iran and Oman agreed to engage in talks on Monday on the strait's management, the incidents illustrate the complexity of maintaining navigation through the crucial waterway, which remains at the forefront of the standoff between Tehran and Washington. #How #ships #are #risking #safe

'A lot of uncertainty' as Washington says US, Iran to resume talks Washington and Tehran have agreed to halt a new series of tit-for-tat strikes and renew talks aimed at ending the Middle East war, a US official said Sunday. The recent strikes had threatened to upend the interim deal in place between the US and Iran, but even with the talks set to resume, the path to a lasting deal remains unclear, says France 24’s correspondent in Jerusalem Noga Tarnopolsky. #lot #uncertainty #Washington #says #Iran

Big-budget ‘Supergirl’ is among DC Studios’ worst flops for an opening weekend and was reportedly trimmed significantly after test screenings After a near-record debut for an animated movie, “Toy Story 5” remained No. 1 at the box office with $70 million in domestic ticket sales and another $89. #Big #budget #Supergirl #among #Studios

New Caledonia: Provisional results show anti-independence parties lead New Caledonia's provincial elections are a crucial test of the territory's political future, with independence from France remaining the central issue. The possibility of independence from France remains the central political issue, with today’s vote taking place peacefully. #New #Caledonia #Provisional #results #show

The 15 Greatest 'Doctor Who' Episodes of All Time, Ranked As Doctor Who's future remains uncertain, there's never been a better time to look back at the show's high points. These are the 15 greatest episodes. #The #Greatest #Doctor #Who #Episodes

Venezuela: Survivors say rescue effort too slow Nearly 7 million people may have been affected by the twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela this week, the United Nations said on Saturday, as the death toll approached 1,000 and tens of thousands remained missing. The UN said up to 6. #Venezuela #Survivors #say #rescue #effort

Venezuela twin quakes death toll tops 1,400 as tens of thousands remain missing #Venezuela #twin #quakes #death #toll

Deadly heatwave choking France The heatwave that has gripped Europe for days is slowly shifting eastward, bringing some relief to France, where fewer than half of the country's departments remain on maximum alert as of Saturday, down from two-thirds the previous day. However, healthcare services continue to face intense pressure, prompting the Paris region to activate an emergency hospital plan, while authorities have banned evening alcohol sales and public drinking and postponed or cancelled numerous events. #Deadly #heatwave #choking #France

Trump administration allows some access to Anthropic’s Mythos Move eases tension with AI lab but unease over Washington’s ad hoc regulatory approach remains #Trump #administration #allows #some #access

World Cup 2026: Senegal crush 10-man Iraq to remain in hunt for knockout spot Senegal kept their hopes of qualifying for the World Cup knockouts alive with a thumping 5-0 win over Iraq on Friday as they finished third in Group I behind France and Norway. The Lions of Teranga remain in the hunt for one of the last eight spots in the ⁠round of 32, while Iraq's tournament is over. #World #Cup #2026 #Senegal #crush

More than a month into DR Congo Ebola outbreak, doctors warn 'this epidemic will last' While France confirmed its first case of Ebola, reports of people successfully treated for the condition are also emerging from Mongbwalu, the epicentre of the epidemic in the eastern part of the DRC. Although successful treatments are sparking hope among teams on the ground, health professionals remain fearful about the continued progression of cases. #More #than #month #into #Congo

Stubb: NATO is stronger than ever, despite Trump’s tough talk Dasha Burns sits down with Finnish President Alexander Stubb in Helsinki for a wide-ranging conversation on NATO, Russia's war in Ukraine, Iran and the future of America's relationships with allies around the world. Stubb, who has developed an unusually close personal relationship with Donald Trump, discusses how he approaches the president behind closed doors, why he believes Ukraine has the upper hand in the war against Russia and how he remains confident in NATO's future. #Stubb #NATO #stronger #than #ever

Belarus halts Russian drone systems amid pressure from Moscow | DW News Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko appears to be resisting Kremlin pressure to deepen his country’s role in Russia’s war against Ukraine. Kyiv says systems used to guide Russian drone attacks from Belarus have gone offline, though it remains unclear why. #Belarus #halts #Russian #drone #systems

Jason Kelce Teases Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce's Wedding Celebration | E! News Jason Kelce is excited to see his little brother Travis Kelce tie the knot with Taylor Swift, although he remained mum on any specifics about the wedding. “I’m just very excited, very excited for my brother, obviously a big moment for him,” Jason said to a group of reporters on June 24 at the 6th Annual Team 62 Fundraiser in New Jersey. #Jason #Kelce #Teases #Taylor #Swift

Polestar Will Leave the U.S. Market Due to the Connected-Car Rule The company's 32 dealers will remain open to provide service and sell down the existing inventory of the Poletar 3 and 4. #Polestar #Will #Leave #the #Market

The ever weirder world of venture capital Why the Power Law remains a guiding principle of the high-risk, high-reward VC game #The #ever #weirder #world #venture

#Venezuela hit by deadly back-to-back #earthquakes Twin #earthquakes killed nearly 200 people and injured over 1,000 after hitting the region of #Caracas, in #Venezuela. The death toll is expected to rise as many residents remain trapped under rubble. #Venezuela #hit #deadly #back #back

Setting Up Shop in Bangkok Thailand may no longer be a tiger economy, but Bangkok remains a powerhouse for luxury retail, supported by rising demand from both HNWIs and Gen Z, and growing hospitality and wellness economies. #Setting #Shop #Bangkok

Michelle Obama Gives This Sporty Summer Trend a Personal Touch Michelle Obama reminds us that there are plenty of ways to remain polished while wearing a jersey. #Michelle #Obama #Gives #This #Sporty

“In Cuba, there’s no food shortage; it’s a wage shortage. People can’t afford to get food.” The US oil blockade has created huge geopolitical and economic pressures for Cubans, leading to government advisories warning against travel to Cuba. But while the island remains open for visitors, what is everyday life like for local people and businesses reliant on tourism? #Cuba #theres #food #shortage #its

France's elderly particularly at risk as heatwave suffocates country Much of France remains under severe heat alert on June 23 after the country experienced its hottest afternoon and night since records began in 1947. Temperatures around 40 degrees Celsius were forecast for cities including Bordeaux, Rennes and Toulouse. #Frances #elderly #particularly #risk #heatwave

Swedish security service warns Iran continues to recruit gang youth The terror threat against Sweden remains elevated (three on a five-point scale), according to the Swedish security service, Säpo. And the agency warns that Iran is continuing to recruit youth with gang connections to target assets within Sweden. #Swedish #security #service #warns #Iran

OPINION: The French are right to shun air conditioning - even during heatwaves France's heatwaves always spark debates on air conditioning - which much of the country remains deeply resistant to. Some argue that warming temperatures make widespread AC inevitable, but The Local's editor Emma Pearson explains why she thinks the French are right to resist. #OPINION #The #French #are #right

What role should digital platforms play in protecting children online? Following the European Parliament’s 2025 report on the protection of children online, Parliament’s internal market and consumer protection committee (IMCO), together with EU institutions and stakeholders, discusses how existing rules are working, where gaps remain, and what further action may be needed to better protect minors using online services and digital platforms. Although recent EU rules, including the Digital Services Act, have strengthened online protections, challenges remain. #What #role #should #digital #platforms

Verdict on Iran war threat to UK power supplies Electricity supplies will "remain secure" during the coming UK winter despite challenges posed to energy supplies due to the Iran war, the National Energy System Operator (NESO) has announced. #Verdict #Iran #war #threat #power

Andy Burnham feared Brexit. Soon he may have to fix it. – POLITICO But it wasn’t a surprise for everyone. Andy Burnham, then Labour’s shadow home secretary, had broken ranks weeks before to warn that the Remain campaign was getting things wrong and in serious danger of throwing away the referendum. Their pitch had been “too much Hampstead and not enough Hull,” he argued — contrasting the leafy north London suburb with the sort of working class northern city that ultimately propelled Leave over the victory line. ... #Andy #Burnham #feared #Brexit #Soon

Uncertainty Remains Over the Strait of Hormuz The United States and Iranian militaries have offered conflicting accounts over whether the crucial waterway is open. #Uncertainty #Remains #Over #the #Strait

Jelly Roll Details "Plot Twist" in Bunnie Xo Breakup in Friendly Call Jelly Roll and Bunnie XO proved there’s no bad blood after their split. In a new YouTube video titled The Divorce Vlog, the “Save Me” singer addressed speculation surrounding their breakup and made it clear that he and Bunnie remain on good terms. #Jelly #Roll #Details #Plot #Twist

‘A Literal Coverup’: What Is the Kennedy Center Hiding Behind Those Tarps? The arts center says it pulled President Trump’s name from the building front. But the result remains hidden by tarps, prompting questions and speculation. #Literal #Coverup #What #the #Kennedy

Israel cuts ties with EU's Kaja Kallas over alleged apartheid comparison | DW News Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Saar says he is severing all contact with EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas after reports that she compared Israel's treatment of Palestinians to apartheid-era South Africa. Kallas has not directly confirmed the alleged remarks, but says dialogue with Israel remains necessary. #Israel #cuts #ties #with #EUs

Saibari strike sends Morocco past Scotland and towards World Cup knockout stage Morocco took a major step towards the World Cup knockout stage with a 1-0 victory over Scotland on Friday, thanks to an early strike from Ismael Saibari. The North Africans moved to four points in Group C, while Scotland remain in contention ahead of a decisive final match against Brazil. #Saibari #strike #sends #Morocco #past

Why Germany's navy could be crucial for the Strait of Hormuz | DW News With a tentative US-Iran peace deal in place, one question is: Who will clear the mines from the Strait of Hormuz and who will ensure it remains safe for shipping? A European-led mission could soon set sail, with Germany poised to play a major role. #Why #Germanys #navy #could #crucial

During Trump’s Immigration Crackdown, Minnesota Protester Remained Shackled in Hospital for Days The story of one progressive activist arrested in Minnesota in January shows what critics say is the aggressive nature of the Trump administration’s response to those who have protested its immigration crackdown. #During #Trumps #Immigration #Crackdown #Minnesota