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France has promised to deliver new interceptor missiles to Ukraine, and the UK will help Kyiv produce its own long-range missiles, amid a surge in Russian strikes that has pushed civilian deaths to their highest since the first months of the invasion. The pledges come as Ukraine hosts a meeting of the Coalition of the Willing in Kyiv on its independence day.
US special envoy Tom Barrack withdrew his earlier comment that Israel 'still occupies' the Golan Heights, saying he was referring to historical status and not changing US policy, which recognizes Israeli sovereignty since 2019. He also addressed criticism over his remarks on Lebanon negotiations and Israeli strikes in Syria.
Chinese humanoid robots broke multiple human athletic records at the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing, including running the 100 meters faster than Usain Bolt's world record. The events showcase China's rapid robotics progress amid a US-China tech race, though experts note limitations in real-world deployment.
Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow on Monday, conveying Prime Minister Narendra Modi's greetings and a personal communication. The meeting focused on deepening economic cooperation, with Putin crediting Modi for trade growth and pledging increased fertiliser supplies.
Federal health officials have linked an outbreak of E. coli and salmonella infections to alfalfa sprouts produced by Everything Sprouts LLC, prompting a voluntary recall. At least 55 people across 15 states have fallen ill, with four hospitalized. The company says it is cooperating with investigations and has not received positive lab results.
A federal judge in New York ruled that the Trump administration's suspension of immigrant visas for nationals of 75 countries was unlawful, exceeding Secretary of State Marco Rubio's authority. The ruling vacates the policy and sets aside visa denials based solely on it, with the government likely to appeal.
The US Supreme Court cleared the way for the Trump administration to begin implementing parts of an executive order restricting mail-in voting, though legal challenges and practical hurdles remain. The US Postal Service published a final rule requiring states to share voter lists and use barcoded envelopes, but it remains blocked by a separate nationwide injunction.
Mark Ruffalo has pushed back against Paramount's accusation that his criticism of its Warner Bros. merger invoked 'antisemitic tropes,' calling the claim 'appalling and fundamentally dishonest.' The dispute, which has drawn in Jewish advocacy groups and even other actors, centers on Ruffalo's linking of the merger to Oracle's technology support for Israel.
Two sources familiar with the matter say China is considering hosting the 2028 UN climate talks (COP33), though no final decision has been made. The move could bolster Beijing's climate leadership image and position it as a counterweight to the US, but also draws scrutiny given its emissions record.
Sinaloa Governor Rubén Rocha Moya reversed his return to office within a day, requesting an indefinite leave after backlash from President Claudia Sheinbaum and his own Morena party. The move follows US drug-trafficking charges and a dispute over whether Mexican prosecutors cleared him.
Recent Pentagon casualty figures reveal up to 774 US service members killed or wounded in the ongoing US-Iran conflict, which approaches its seventh month. The data includes 18 deaths and 756 wounded, with some figures temporarily disappearing from the database. Meanwhile, the ceasefire has expired without extension, and negotiations remain paused.
President Trump announced a 90-day move to allow up to 300,000 metric tons of ground beef into the U.S. without out-of-quota tariffs, claiming exporters would sell at 25% below market prices. The plan, aimed at lowering grocery costs, has drawn sharp criticism from cattle producers and Republican lawmakers in ranching states. Trump did not specify which countries would supply the beef.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian urged an end to the war with the US, claiming Tehran holds a position of strength, while Washington prepares to unveil 'the toughest sanctions in history.' With diplomatic talks stalled and the Strait of Hormuz partially shut, both sides trade defiant messages ahead of the US Treasury's press conference.
South Korea's new Trade Minister Park Jung-sung in his inaugural address pledged to manage trade risks with Washington as the global trade order transforms. He highlighted strategic investment negotiations with the U.S. as both a challenge and an opportunity, and outlined plans to bolster irreplaceable industries while fostering new growth sectors.
Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov says Moscow is ready to consider new proposals for settling the Ukraine conflict, provided they align with President Putin's goals and 'realities on the ground.' He stressed Russia will not abandon its fundamental positions, while noting Washington's ability to influence Kyiv and its European backers.
The Athletic's Dane Brugler releases his 2027 NFL Draft quarterback rankings, with Arch Manning at No. 1 despite efficiency concerns and Dante Moore at No. 2. The class features a deep and jumbled middle tier, with several transfers and breakout candidates vying for early-round selection.
North Korea launched approximately 10 short-range ballistic missiles toward the East Sea on Thursday, a day after the US and South Korea announced scaling back their annual military exercises. The launch prompted emergency meetings in Seoul and trilateral consultations with the US and Japan, while Pyongyang dismissed the drill reduction as 'unworthy of comment.'
Bitcoin surged over 20% in a week, nearing $80,000, driven by short covering, ETF inflows, and Treasury bond market actions, while a whale selloff and a Binance flash crash added volatility.
President Trump met with crypto executives at the White House as the SEC proposed new regulations, while saying his administration had discussed buying more Bitcoin but made no decision. The event highlighted the industry's growing influence, with Trump's family having earned over $1.4 billion from crypto ventures.
The Pentagon has fired the editor-in-chief, a reporter and the publisher of the US military newspaper Stars and Stripes, escalating a showdown over editorial independence. The dismissals follow the outlet's coverage of sailor welfare and come amid broader restrictions on press access.