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Historic Direct Talks Between Israel and Lebanon Held Amidst Regional Tensions

Israel and Lebanon engage in rare direct talks in Washington D.C., brokered by the U.S., amidst escalating regional tensions and ongoing conflict.
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United Airlines CEO Explores Merger with American Airlines, Igniting Antitrust Alarms

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby reportedly proposed a merger with American Airlines, sparking significant antitrust concerns and warnings of negative impacts on consumers.
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Taylor Swift Dominates 2026 American Music Awards Nominations with Eight Nods

Taylor Swift leads the 2026 American Music Awards nominations with eight nods, followed by Morgan Wallen, Olivia Dean, Sabrina Carpenter, and SOMBR. The event will be hosted by Queen Latifah and air live on Memorial Day.
Culture Lynn Hatem -

China’s YMTC Aims to More Than Double Chip Production Amid US Trade Tensions

Chinese chipmaker YMTC plans to build two new factories, aiming to more than double its wafer production capacity amid escalating US-China trade tensions and a push for domestic semiconductor technology.
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Renault Slashes Engineering Workforce Amidst Rising Chinese Competition

Renault plans to cut 15-20% of its global engineering staff over the next two years to boost agility and compete with rising Chinese automakers.
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New Emails Reveal Elon Musk’s Planned Visits to Jeffrey Epstein’s Island

Newly released emails reveal Elon Musk's past communications with Jeffrey Epstein, detailing plans and expressed interest in visiting the convicted sex offender's private island, contradicting his previous public statements.

Myanmar’s military-backed party secures walkover election win as critics reject the vote

Myanmar’s military-backed party secured a sweeping election victory in a tightly controlled vote held amid civil war, with critics rejecting the process and UN-linked reporting citing deadly air strikes during the election period.

Iran’s foreign minister to meet Turkey’s Fidan in Ankara as US pressure on Tehran builds

Iran’s foreign minister will travel to Ankara for talks with Turkey’s Hakan Fidan as Ankara presses mediation to avert US military escalation, pushing a step-by-step approach on disputes including the nuclear file.

Iran’s IRGC to hold live-fire drills in Strait of Hormuz, raising shipping risk concerns

Iran’s IRGC plans live-fire exercises in the Strait of Hormuz on February 1–2, drawing attention to security risks around a vital global oil shipping route.

EU designates Iran’s IRGC as terrorist organisation, triggering asset freezes and support bans

The EU has formally designated Iran’s IRGC as a terrorist organisation, triggering asset freezes and support bans across the bloc as Europe escalates pressure over Iran’s protest crackdown.

US announces multi-day air drills in Middle East as Iran standoff intensifies

The US announced a multi-day aerial readiness exercise across the Middle East to test rapid deployment and sustained combat airpower as tensions with Iran remain elevated.

South Korea’s former first lady Kim Keon Hee sentenced to 20 months in bribery case

South Korea’s former first lady Kim Keon Hee was sentenced to 20 months in prison after a court found she accepted luxury gifts as bribes tied to the Unification Church, while other major allegations were dismissed for lack of evidence.

EU and India finalize “mother of all deals” as tariffs fall and market access expands

The EU and India finalized a landmark free trade agreement aimed at cutting tariffs on most goods, easing access for services and investment, and reshaping trade ties across a combined market of about 2 billion people.

Storm Chandra batters UK and Ireland with flooding, school closures and travel disruption

Storm Chandra brought heavy rain and strong winds to the UK and Ireland, triggering flooding, rescues, school closures, flight and ferry cancellations, and widespread power outages.

Iranian Rial Plummets to Record Low Amidst Protests and Economic Strain

Iran's currency, the rial, hits a record low of 1.5 million against the US dollar amid ongoing protests and international pressure.

EU Considers Sanctions on Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Amidst Crackdown

EU considers sanctions against Iran and potential designation of the IRGC as a terrorist organization following the crackdown on protests. France remains a holdout in the EU's deliberations.

US Military Buildup in Middle East Sparks Tensions with Iran Amidst Deal Diplomacy

U.S. military presence increases in the Middle East, heightening tensions with Iran. President Trump suggests a potential deal while Iran warns of retaliation amidst internal protests and international scrutiny.

Iran’s Brutal Crackdown: Over 6,000 Reportedly Killed in Nationwide Protests

Explore the devastating impact of Iran's crackdown on nationwide protests, with over 6,000 reported deaths and evidence of systematic violence and concealment.

Trump moves to defuse Minneapolis backlash, pulls back top border official

A top US Border Patrol official is expected to leave Minneapolis as Trump shifts to a less aggressive enforcement approach following backlash over deadly incidents and days of protests.

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