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U.S. Intelligence Believed Iran's Former Supreme Leader Opposed Nuclear Weapons. His Successor May Not

American intelligence officials assess that Mojtaba Khamenei has shown greater openness to developing advanced nuclear weapons, even though he has never publicly endorsed such a program.

A South Korean Tech Titan Left His Wife. A Massive Divorce Battle Over The Wealth Followed

In one of South Korea's highest-profile divorce cases, the ex-wife of a tech billionaire failed to win a bigger slice of his wealth.

Venezuela Is Still Reeling From Devastating Twin Earthquakes a Month Ago. Business And Workers Are Struggling To Recover

While families are still searching for missing loved ones and others are trying to work out where they will live after Venezuela's twin earthquakes on 24 June, many are now facing another challenge: how to earn a living.

The Strait of Hormuz, off the port city of Khasab

Iran Seeks To Maintain Its Chokehold Of Hormuz. The U.S. And The U.K. Are Set To Meet To Put An End To It

The U.S. and the U.K. are set to convene a high-level meeting next week to discuss a potential international coalition to guarantee safe passage through the Hormuz Strait as Iran seeks to exert control of the key waterway, according to a new report.

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A large billboard reading The Strait of Hormuz remains closed

The U.S. Reportedly Sent Iran a Ceasefire Proposal Through The Iraqi PM. Tehran Rejected it

Iran Reportedly rejected a ceasefire proposal sent by the U.S. through the Iraqi prime minister.

Demian Bio Jul 24, 2026

'Cockroach' protests rock India as youth protests sweep country.

'Cockroach' Protests Shake India As Online Meme Becomes Mass Movement

What began as social media backlash in response to a judge's insult morphed into a massive real-world youth movement and sustained street demonstrations.

Pham Binh Jul 23, 2026

The Houthis Escalated In The Middle East. Trump Now Says He's Considering a 'Massive' Attack

President Donald Trump told Axios that he is close to making a decision on whether to launch a "massive attack" against Iran as hostilities in the Middle East continue to escalate.

Demian Bio Jul 23, 2026

The Houthis Are Attacking Saudi Ships In The Red Sea. Iran Reportedly Sent Military Advisers And Equipment To Help

Iran reportedly flew military commanders and equipment to Yemen to help the Houthis enforce their blockade of Saudi oil going through the Red Sea, according to a new report.

Demian Bio Jul 23, 2026

Iran Conducted Missile Strikes on Secret CIA Facilities. Investigators Are Looking At Russia

The precision of recent Iranian drone strikes on covert CIA facilities in the Persian Gulf has reportedly prompted U.S. intelligence officials to investigate whether Russia may have played a previously undisclosed role in it.

Matias Civita Jul 23, 2026

Middle East Clashes Could Hit The World Economy. Growth Could Be Slashed to 1.3%, World Bank Says

World Bank Chief Economist Indermit Gill said that if the war continues for another six months or longer, growth could fall from the projected 2.5% to as little as 1.3%.

Matias Civita Jul 23, 2026

The Tate Brothers Hope To Play Trump Card To Avoid Charges. He Doesn't Seem Interested In Helping

The Trump administration has no plans to block the extradition of the Tate brothers to the United Kingdom following their arrest in Miami on sex-crime charges.

Brian Slupski Jul 22, 2026

The World Cup Final Drew 62.8 Million American Viewers. It's a New Record for the U.S.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup final delivered a historic television audience in the United States, drawing a combined 62.8 million viewers across English- and Spanish-language broadcasts.

Matias Civita Jul 22, 2026

Trump's War With Iran Is Unpopular In The U.S. MAGA Supporters Are Losing Faith Too

Support for the Iran war amongst President Trump's core supporters appears to be sagging, according to a new poll.

Brian Slupski Jul 22, 2026

Volodymyr Zelensky Faced Backlash Over The Firing Of a Popular Minister. He Is Backtracking

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky removed the country's army chief following backlash over the ousting of the popular defense minister.

Demian Bio Jul 22, 2026

Trump Has Reportedly Approved a Nuclear Deal With Saudi Arabia. It could Face Obstacles In Congress

President Donald Trump reportedly approved a deal with Saudi Arabia that could provide the kingdom with the capability to enrich uranium for its civilian nuclear program.

Demian Bio Jul 22, 2026

Iran Reportedly Sent The U.S. a Ceasefire Proposal. Marco Rubio Says Tehran Is 'Not Serious' About Talks

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the U.S. continues to be committed to pursuing diplomatic ways to end the war in Iran, but claimed Tehran is "not serious about talks."

Demian Bio Jul 22, 2026

Israel Is Building An Earthen Barrier Across Gaza. It Is Over 14 Miles Long

The Israeli military confirmed the construction of more than 14 miles of earthen barriers across the Gaza Strip, creating a vast physical separation through the territory.

Matias Civita Jul 21, 2026

Mediators Gave The U.S. a Proposal For a 10-Day Ceasefire With Iran. It Was Tehran That Reportedly Proposed It

Iran reportedly sent the U.S. a proposal for a 10-day ceasefire as hostilities between the countries continue to escalate, according to a new report.

Demian Bio Jul 21, 2026

Iran Claims Cruise Missile Strike On Amazon Data Infrastructure In Bahrain

Iran's IRGC claimed it struck an Amazon data center in Bahrain, but Bahraini officials said they intercepted the attack. AWS has not confirmed any damage, and AWS dashboards indicate no change in service levels.

Pham Binh Jul 21, 2026

Those who oppose Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega increasingly find their citizenship revoked

Nicaragua's President Had Already Been Perpetuating Himself In Power. He Now Announced There Will 'Never" Be Another Election

Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega said he was abolishing elections in the country, ending any pretense of democracy.

Brian Slupski Jul 21, 2026

Trump Shifts from Tariff Wars to Non-Tariff Fights Japan’s Bowling Ball Test Now a Target

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U.S. Intelligence Believed Iran's Former Supreme Leader Opposed Nuclear Weapons. His Successor May Not

A South Korean Tech Titan Left His Wife. A Massive Divorce Battle Over The Wealth Followed

Venezuela Is Still Reeling From Devastating Twin Earthquakes a Month Ago. Business And Workers Are Struggling To Recover

Iran Seeks To Maintain Its Chokehold Of Hormuz. The U.S. And The U.K. Are Set To Meet To Put An End To It

U.S. And Iran Continue To Escalate. China Began a Push To Bring Them Back To The Negotiating Table

Oil Has Topped $100 As The Iran War Escalates. Now Analysts Say Gas Prices Could Surge Even Higher

The World's Oil Tankers Are Seeking To Flee Hormuz. The Bill Is $2.5 Million Per Ship

EU Says TikTok Allowed Kids To Be Vulnerable To Predators. Now It Might Face Massive Fines

The U.S. Reportedly Sent Iran a Ceasefire Proposal Through The Iraqi PM. Tehran Rejected it

'Cockroach' Protests Shake India As Online Meme Becomes Mass Movement

The Houthis Escalated In The Middle East. Trump Now Says He's Considering a 'Massive' Attack

The Houthis Are Attacking Saudi Ships In The Red Sea. Iran Reportedly Sent Military Advisers And Equipment To Help

Iran Conducted Missile Strikes on Secret CIA Facilities. Investigators Are Looking At Russia

Middle East Clashes Could Hit The World Economy. Growth Could Be Slashed to 1.3%, World Bank Says

The Tate Brothers Hope To Play Trump Card To Avoid Charges. He Doesn't Seem Interested In Helping

The World Cup Final Drew 62.8 Million American Viewers. It's a New Record for the U.S.

Trump's War With Iran Is Unpopular In The U.S. MAGA Supporters Are Losing Faith Too

Volodymyr Zelensky Faced Backlash Over The Firing Of a Popular Minister. He Is Backtracking

Trump Has Reportedly Approved a Nuclear Deal With Saudi Arabia. It could Face Obstacles In Congress

Iran Reportedly Sent The U.S. a Ceasefire Proposal. Marco Rubio Says Tehran Is 'Not Serious' About Talks

Israel Is Building An Earthen Barrier Across Gaza. It Is Over 14 Miles Long

Mediators Gave The U.S. a Proposal For a 10-Day Ceasefire With Iran. It Was Tehran That Reportedly Proposed It

Iran Claims Cruise Missile Strike On Amazon Data Infrastructure In Bahrain

Nicaragua's President Had Already Been Perpetuating Himself In Power. He Now Announced There Will 'Never" Be Another Election

Trump Says Canada Discriminates Against American Companies. Now He Has Announced a 50 Percent Tariff On Products

Israel Reportedly Believes Iran Moved Nuclear Centrifuges To Another Location. Trump Has Threatened To Target It

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