ANKARA, Turkey, July 7 – The NATO summit in Ankara opened with major defense announcements, high level diplomatic meetings, and renewed debate over the future of Turkey’s role in Western security cooperation. As alliance leaders gathered to discuss defense investment and regional stability, U.S. President Donald Trump made one of the summit’s biggest headlines by … Read more
JULY 6 – FIFA’s decision to overturn the automatic suspension of US striker Folarin Balogun has become one of the biggest talking points of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The ruling arrived just one day before the United States faced Belgium in the Round of 16, triggering widespread debate among players, coaches, football officials, politicians, … Read more
TEHRAN, Iran, July 6 – Thousands upon thousands of mourners poured into the streets of Tehran on Monday, as Iran held one of the largest funeral processions in its modern history for the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Dressed predominantly in black, people gathered from across the country to pay their final respects to … Read more
WASHINGTON, July 4 – President Donald Trump marked the United States’ 250th Independence Day celebration with a speech that combined patriotic themes, tributes to military veterans, and political messaging, creating a ceremony that reflected both national pride and the country’s deeply divided political climate. The event, held in Washington, D.C., drew thousands of attendees despite … Read more
WASHINGTON, July 4 – The United States is commemorating the 250th anniversary of its independence with nationwide celebrations that blend patriotic traditions, historic reflection, and large public gatherings. From spectacular fireworks displays to concerts, parades, and community events, Americans are observing one of the country’s most significant milestones. This landmark anniversary, however, arrives during a … Read more
NEW YORK, July 4 – Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce officially began a new chapter of their lives after exchanging vows during a private yet spectacular wedding ceremony at Madison Square Garden in New York City on Friday evening. The event brought together some of the biggest names from music, sports, Hollywood, and television, while … Read more
WASHINGTON, July 3 – America’s yearlong celebration marking the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence reached another major milestone on Friday, as patriotic events expanded across the country despite dangerous heat conditions affecting millions of residents. From Washington, D.C., to New York City and communities across the Midwest and Northeast, Americans gathered to honor … Read more
WASHINGTON, July 2 – The U.S. labor market showed fresh signs of slowing in June as employers added fewer jobs than expected, while the unemployment rate unexpectedly edged lower. Although the decline in unemployment may appear encouraging at first glance, economists pointed to a different story beneath the surface. A significant number of Americans stopped … Read more
DOHA/VIRGINIA BEACH, Virginia, July 1 – Indirect negotiations between the United States and Iran concluded in Doha on Wednesday, with officials describing the discussions as constructive, although no major breakthrough was announced. Rather than tackling the most contentious issues surrounding Iran’s nuclear program, negotiators concentrated on implementing parts of the temporary agreement reached in June, … Read more
NEW YORK, July 30 – President Donald Trump’s latest federal financial disclosure has provided one of the clearest looks yet at the rapid transformation of his business empire, showing that cryptocurrency has become one of its largest sources of revenue. The filing indicates that businesses connected to Trump generated approximately $1.2 billion from cryptocurrency ventures … Read more