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US plans significant cuts to NATO-assigned fighter jets and warships, NYT reports

The New York Times reports that the US plans to reduce the number of fighter jets and warships it assigns to NATO operations in Europe, including cutting F-16 and F-15E jets from 150 to 100 and removing all eight aerial refueling tankers. NATO officials say the move reflects a shift toward European responsibility for defense, while some analysts warn it could limit NATO's long-range strike and surveillance capabilities.

4 outlets · 5 articles Jun 13

Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey denied visa for Canada, to miss World Cup opener

Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey will miss the Black Stars' World Cup opener against Panama after Canada refused his visa application, citing charges of rape and sexual assault pending in the UK. Ghana's government has lodged a formal protest, calling the decision 'high-handed and extremely unfair.' A Canadian court dismissed Partey's appeal on Tuesday.

7 outlets · 9 articles Jun 13

US Justice Department Approves $111bn Paramount-Warner Bros Discovery Merger

The US Department of Justice has approved Paramount Skydance's $111bn acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, concluding the deal is unlikely to harm competition. The merger faces ongoing scrutiny from state and UK regulators, and has drawn criticism from industry professionals and Senator Elizabeth Warren.

3 outlets · 5 articles Jun 12

Elon Musk becomes world's first trillionaire after SpaceX's record Nasdaq debut

Elon Musk's net worth crossed the trillion-dollar mark after SpaceX's stock market debut on the Nasdaq, making him the world's first trillionaire. The IPO raised $75 billion, and shares closed up over 19% on the first day. The milestone has sparked debate about wealth inequality and the concentration of wealth among the ultra-rich.

6 outlets · 9 articles Jun 12

UK court sentences four Palestine Action activists as terrorists over Elbit factory raid

A UK judge has sentenced four Palestine Action activists to prison terms of five to eight years for a 2024 raid on an Israeli arms factory, ruling the attack a 'terrorist act' despite the jury convicting them only of criminal damage. The decision has drawn criticism from human rights lawyers who argue it violates legal principles.

2 outlets · 4 articles Jun 12

SpaceX Debuts on Nasdaq, Making Elon Musk the World's First Trillionaire

SpaceX's record-breaking IPO on the Nasdaq has raised over $75 billion and pushed Elon Musk's net worth past the trillion-dollar mark. The debut saw shares jump 11% on the first day, though subsequent trading saw volatility as shares dipped below the debut price before recovering. Analysts remain skeptical about the company's ambitious revenue projections.

5 outlets · 7 articles Jun 12

UK Defence Funding Row Deepens as New Secretary Revisits Investment Plan

The resignation of Defence Secretary John Healey over funding disagreements has triggered a wider cabinet dispute, with the Treasury offering £13.5bn against an £18bn gap. New Defence Secretary Dan Jarvis is tasked with finding alternative savings ahead of the NATO summit, while Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces pressure over spending commitments.

1 outlet · 4 articles Jun 12

London mayor condemns real estate event advertising land in Israeli settlements

London Mayor Sadiq Khan has condemned a real estate event in the capital that advertised land in Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, which are considered illegal under international law. More than 100 UK lawmakers had called for its cancellation, and the UK government has referred the matter to the Advertising Standards Authority.

2 outlets · 3 articles Jun 12

David Hockney, British art 'giant', dies aged 88

David Hockney, one of Britain's most celebrated artists, has died at 88. Tributes from Prime Minister Keir Starmer and King Charles led global mourning. His private funeral was attended by only two people, with memorial services planned for 2027.

8 outlets · 11 articles Jun 12

Civil society groups urge G7 not to abandon two-state solution at Paris conference

Israeli and Palestinian civil society groups met in Paris to urge the international community not to abandon a two-state solution, as France works to sustain momentum ahead of the G7 summit. The conference, marking one year since the UN-backed New York Declaration, called for a permanent ceasefire, a halt to settlements, and reconstruction in Gaza, while participants warned the window for a solution is narrowing.

4 outlets · 4 articles Jun 12

Air India crash: A year on, grieving families still await answers

On the first anniversary of the Air India Boeing 787 crash in Ahmedabad, families of victims gathered to pay tribute, still seeking closure as they await an interim report from Indian authorities. The crash killed 260 people, including 52 British nationals, and preliminary reports suggest possible pilot error.

4 outlets · 5 articles Jun 12

UK Jewish leaders seek answers after Muslim police group's paper calls Zionism 'anti-Muslim hatred'

British Jewish groups have expressed alarm over a policy paper published by the National Association of Muslim Police that describes Zionism as a form of anti-Muslim hatred and calls the Israeli army a 'Zionist terrorist group.' The organization has distanced itself from the report, but Jewish leaders are demanding answers and the paper's withdrawal.

2 outlets · 2 articles Jun 12

South Korea signs AI standardization and statistics agreements with international partners

South Korea has signed two separate agreements this week: one with Finland to enhance statistical exchanges using AI, and another with Singapore, Britain, Australia, and Canada on AI standardization. The deals aim to foster international cooperation as AI adoption accelerates globally.

1 outlet · 2 articles Jun 12

NDIS Overhaul: 240,000 to Exit Scheme, Ministers Clash Over Reforms

A Senate inquiry into the NDIS overhaul heard that 240,000 people will exit the scheme over four years, with 110,000 diverted away, as part of a plan to save billions. State and territory ministers warn of risks to services, while federal ministers defend the changes as necessary for sustainability.

1 outlet · 3 articles Jun 11

Marles 'stood up' on AUKUS trip after British minister's shock resignation

Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles's UK visit was disrupted when British Defence Secretary John Healey resigned hours before a joint AUKUS event. Healey cited insufficient UK defence spending, while experts suggest the resignation is unlikely to damage Australia-UK relations.

1 outlet · 2 articles Jun 11

UK MP Urges Investigation into 32 Charities Over £28m Donations to Israeli Settlements

Labour MP Melanie Ward has called on the Charity Commission to investigate 32 UK charities that reportedly donated at least £28m to Israeli settlements in the West Bank. The move follows government statements that settlements are illegal under international law, with potential implications for tax relief and sanctions.

2 outlets · 2 articles Jun 11

22 countries jointly condemn Iran over attacks on foreign soil

A coalition of 22 nations, including the US, UK, Australia, and several European countries, issued a joint statement accusing Iran of plotting attacks against Jews, dissidents, and journalists abroad. The statement condemned the use of criminal gangs and demanded Iran halt these actions immediately.

3 outlets · 3 articles Jun 11

Three Latin American women seek to become UN's first female secretary-general

Michelle Bachelet, Rebeca Grynspan, and María Fernanda Espinosa, all from Latin America, participated in a UN secretary-general debate in Geneva. They discussed reforming the UN amid criticism of the institution, while Bachelet addressed rumors of a possible US veto. Espinosa outlined her vision for a more credible UN.

3 outlets · 4 articles Jun 11

Lee, Mattarella agree to elevate South Korea-Italy ties into special strategic partnership

During South Korean President Lee Jae Myung's state visit to Italy, the two countries agreed to elevate bilateral ties to a special strategic partnership, covering cooperation in semiconductors, AI, and other strategic areas. Lee received Italy's highest state decoration, and both sides signed agreements on technology, Africa development, and cultural exchanges.

1 outlet · 9 articles Jun 11

Care worker fears being parted from unborn child and family after Home Office ‘go home’ letters

A heavily pregnant care worker in Scotland has received a Home Office letter telling her husband and six-year-old daughter to leave the UK, while she is allowed to stay. The Guardian reports that similar letters have been sent to children as young as five, and that new visa restrictions are prompting many migrant care workers to consider leaving the UK.

1 outlet · 2 articles Jun 11