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Senior FIFA executive says staff were deceived over Infantino’s World Cup sell-off plan
FIFA’s chief operating officer stated staff were deceived by President Infantino’s World Cup privatization plan and suggested the project should not proceed, as another senior executive resigned in opposition.
Russian strikes on Kyiv kill at least nine, Ukraine officials say
Russian ballistic missile strikes on Kyiv killed at least nine people and injured 28 others on Saturday, with fires breaking out across the capital and residential buildings partially destroyed.
‘Who could have done this?’ Mystery over Briton found dead in a suitcase in Athens
A 38-year-old British woman was discovered dead inside a suitcase in Athens last month. Police are investigating her death while searching for clues about her final days.
‘We stared into an abyss’: the men and women battling to tame France’s megafire
A massive wildfire in western France has consumed 42,000 hectares of forestland, forcing evacuations and straining emergency services across the country and Europe amid record-breaking fire weather linked to climate change.
Trump wanted interest rate cuts to be ‘Rocket Fuel’ for the economy. He is losing that fight so far
President Trump’s efforts to pressure the Federal Reserve into cutting interest rates have stalled, with borrowing costs rising since late February and threatening his economic agenda ahead of November elections.
Breakneck pace in immigration courts is driving up deportation orders
Immigration courts are holding massive hearings and cutting preparation time, resulting in historic increases in missed court dates and deportation orders as the Trump administration works to reduce a decades-long case backlog.
Will UNESCO’s heritage listing halt Israeli plans for West Bank’s Sebastia?
UNESCO added Sebastia in the occupied West Bank to its World Heritage list and endangered sites list, with Palestinian officials hoping this will prevent Israeli land confiscation and expansion plans.
Saudi Arabia defends against drone strikes from ‘Iran-backed’ groups
Saudi Arabia reported intercepting drones targeting oil facilities and Riyadh, attributing the attack to Iran-backed groups. Yemen’s Houthi rebels separately claimed responsibility for targeting Saudi oil infrastructure.
UN eyeing potential Israeli war crimes in Lebanon
UN Human Rights Chief Volker Turk accused Israel of large-scale human rights violations in Lebanon that may constitute war crimes, citing ongoing military operations despite an April ceasefire.
Pakistan-administered Kashmir opens polls in violence-wracked vote
Pakistan-administered Kashmir held the first round of local elections amid heavy security and violence that killed dozens in preceding weeks, with protest movements demanding electoral reforms.
What is a ‘fire cloud’, and how have they worsened wildfires in Europe?
France and Spain face unprecedented wildfires exacerbated by pyrocumulonimbus clouds—fire-generated thunderstorms that create dangerous wind patterns and lightning, potentially spreading blazes further.
Berlin Pride attack suspect shot and killed during police operation
A 21-year-old German citizen was fatally shot by police in Berlin after allegedly driving a van into a Pride celebration crowd, killing one woman and injuring 29 others in what authorities describe as an Islamist terror attack.
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Mexican drug lord ‘El Mayo’ sentenced to life in prison in US federal court
Ismael Zambada García, known as “El Mayo,” received a life sentence in Brooklyn federal court following a plea deal in which he admitted to leading the Sinaloa cartel’s massive drug trafficking operations.
Civil rights groups sue Trump administration over childcare funding restrictions
Civil rights groups sued the Trump administration over childcare funding restrictions, seeking documents about the government’s rationale for freezing billions in federal assistance programs.
Weather warnings as tropical depression develops along US Gulf coast
A tropical depression developing along the US Gulf coast is expected to become a tropical storm, with storm surge watches issued for portions of the region through the upcoming days.
Florida GOP lawmaker and governor candidate says AI data center legislation keeps utility costs down
Florida GOP congressman and gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds introduced legislation requiring AI data centers to obtain all electricity and water from private sources rather than public utilities, citing concerns over rising utility costs.
White House: Trump to fly old Air Force One for about a month as Qatari-gifted jet gets ‘upgrades’
The White House announced President Trump will use an older Air Force One for approximately one month while his Qatari-gifted jet receives upgrades and enhancements.
Why American elections are so complicated — and secure
President Trump claims to be preventing election “theft,” but security experts argue the decentralized U.S. voting system across 10,000 jurisdictions actually makes widespread fraud extraordinarily difficult to execute.
To air or not to air? Nation’s TV networks struggle to find the right balance for Trump speech
Television networks employed varied strategies when covering President Trump’s Thursday address, with some airing it live while others declined, prompting presidential criticism and threats of regulatory action.
Trump could ‘do something positive’ rather than fixate on 2020 loss, Fetterman says
Sen. Fetterman criticized Trump for repeatedly raising 2020 election claims, saying the president should focus on “something positive” like resolving the Iran conflict instead.
‘We just want to be treated like humans’: how a Latino neighborhood is rallying after an ICE shooting
A Houston neighborhood is rallying after a 52-year-old man was fatally shot by ICE agents in a case of mistaken identity, reigniting long-standing tensions between residents and law enforcement.
How Trump and his administration have mired the US in multiple crises
The Trump administration has scaled back federal workforce, weakened election security agencies, cut public health funding, and rolled back environmental protections, critics say, amid multiple outbreaks and environmental vulnerabilities.
How Trump and his administration have mired the US in multiple crises
The Trump administration has scaled back federal workforce, weakened election security agencies, cut public health funding, and rolled back environmental protections, critics say, amid multiple outbreaks and environmental vulnerabilities.
Australian man detained by ICE in Los Angeles after earlier arrest attempt in Las Vegas
An Australian man was detained by ICE in Los Angeles after an attempted arrest at a Las Vegas airport was interrupted by bystanders, according to immigration officials.
Australian man detained by ICE in Los Angeles after earlier arrest attempt in Las Vegas
An Australian man was detained by ICE in Los Angeles after an attempted arrest at a Las Vegas airport was interrupted by bystanders, according to immigration officials.
US cancels automatic protections for imperiled animals as critics warn of extinctions
The U.S. Interior Department canceled automatic protections for threatened species, requiring instead individualized plans that could allow companies to seek exemptions for development activities.
US cancels automatic protections for imperiled animals as critics warn of extinctions
The U.S. Interior Department canceled automatic protections for threatened species, requiring instead individualized plans that could allow companies to seek exemptions for development activities.
Mullin pushes states to comply with election demands, echoing Trump’s claims about midterm risks
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin warned states they could lose federal funding or face investigations if they don’t comply with the Trump administration’s election security demands ahead of midterm elections.
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Government to cut business rates for pubs, clubs and music venues
The English government will implement a 20% business rates cut for pubs, clubs, and music venues starting next April, expected to save around 32,000 establishments approximately £1,100 annually.
Millionaires ask Andy Burnham to tax them more
A group of 120 millionaires, including Gary Lineker and Brian Eno, have written to Prime Minister Andy Burnham urging him to impose higher taxes on the wealthy to fund public investment and reduce inequality.
How the £2 bus fare cap could save some commuters £500 a year
England will implement a £2 cap on most single bus fares starting in January 2027, potentially saving frequent commuters up to £500 annually, though rural areas and train commuters express mixed responses.
What’s happening to UK interest rates and mortgage deals?
The Bank of England has maintained UK interest rates at 3.75%, with rate cuts unlikely due to inflationary pressures from global geopolitical tensions affecting energy costs.
Senate panel advances China auto bill that could bar Mercedes-Benz from U.S.
The Senate Commerce Committee advanced bipartisan legislation Wednesday to restrict Chinese automakers from the U.S. market, though the bill could unintentionally bar Mercedes-Benz due to Chinese ownership stakes.
Oil price rises above $95 mark as Middle East conflict escalates
Oil prices exceeded $95 per barrel for the first time in six weeks as escalating Middle East conflict and threats to shipping routes through strategic straits intensified supply concerns.
Technology In The News
China’s Moonshot AI claims Kimi K3 can rival OpenAI and Anthropic
Meta trying to destroy whistleblower Sarah Wynn-Williams, US senator says
Samsung’s redesigned Z Fold 8 with a wide display just leaked
Florida man arrested for allegedly stealing over $200,000 in crypto using Steam game malware
Amazon Web Services customers receive bills for up to $1.5tn after global glitch
Thousands of Google workers demand layoff protections amid AI boom in petition to CEO
HP fined 1.4 billion rupees for “cartelization” of ink cartridges, toner, PCs
Fortnite is getting a bunch of AI-powered ‘personas’
The Ukrainian Family That Has Become An International Symbol Of Civilian Death.
Energy In The News
Energy IPOs Are Booming Thanks to AI’s Insatiable Thirst for Power
Energy company IPOs are surging to record levels as investors seek exposure to power generation needed for AI data centers, with 2026 fundraising already exceeding $12.6 billion.
China’s Next Move Could Decide Where Oil Prices Go This Year
China’s crude oil import levels and refined product export policies are pivotal factors that will influence global oil price trends through the remainder of the year amid Middle East supply disruptions.
Charging Infrastructure Has Far Outpaced EV Sales In All But One EU Country — Analysis
All but one EU country meet charging infrastructure targets, with 1.1 million public chargers by end of last year. Only Malta falls short of fleet-based charging capacity requirements.
Hyundai Motor Group Expands Korea’s Hydrogen Ecosystem with First Group-Operated Waste-To-Hydrogen Facility
Hyundai Motor Group opened HTWO ENERGY Cheongju, its first group-operated waste-to-hydrogen facility, converting wastewater sludge into hydrogen fuel for local use.
Houthi Threats Ignite New Oil Price Surge
Houthi threats against Red Sea shipping have triggered a surge in oil prices above $91 per barrel, with tankers rerouting and Saudi Arabia accelerating crude exports from alternative ports.
Pennsylvania Passes Solar Decommissioning Legislation to Ensure Sustainable Energy Development
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro signed bipartisan legislation establishing a statewide framework for decommissioning ground-mounted solar projects, placing responsibility on developers rather than landowners.
Climate Change In The News
What can the Galápagos Islands’ animals teach us about the threats of El Niño?
The Galápagos Islands face an intensifying El Niño pattern expected to bring record temperatures through next year, offering critical insights into how ecosystems respond to climate extremes.
Access to finance ‘strengthens climate resilience’ among sub-Saharan women
A new study finds that financial access for women in sub-Saharan Africa strengthens households’ ability to withstand climate shocks, though lasting resilience requires addressing broader gender inequalities.
Education In The News
The ‘Science of Reading’ Movement Is Evolving. Is Math Next?
As the science of reading movement matures, schools are now pursuing similar evidence-based reforms in mathematics, with 18 states passing math legislation between 2022 and 2025.
Pace of college closings picks up, with more projected
More than 440 private nonprofit colleges face closure risk due to declining enrollment and rising debt, with small rural and religiously affiliated institutions most endangered.
Humanities among degrees being ‘extinguished’ by hard-up universities
British universities have eliminated nearly 4,000 academic posts in humanities and social sciences within one year, creating regional gaps in subject availability and threatening social mobility, according to the British Academy.
The next literacy challenge: Teaching students how to write
Elementary schools across the U.S. are overhauling writing instruction through evidence-based approaches, addressing decades of neglect in a skill that lags significantly behind reading proficiency.
A leading school shootings researcher says he was wrong
A prominent school violence researcher says his decades-long focus on reducing bullying and improving school climate has not prevented school shootings, leading him to new conclusions about perpetrator motivations.
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