World Leaders Applaud China’s Peace Pledge at 80th WWII Victory Parade
Global experts praise China’s peace pledge at an 80th WWII victory parade in Beijing, highlighting history, unity, and a vision for a shared future.
EU to Double Greenland Funding in 2028-2034 Budget
The EU plans to double funding for Greenland to 530M euros in its new 2028-2034 budget, boosting support for Arctic outposts and 13 OCTs to nearly 1B euros.
Iran Cuts Australia’s Diplomatic Presence After Envoy Expulsion
Tehran has downgraded Australia’s diplomatic presence after Canberra expelled Iran’s ambassador over alleged antisemitic attacks, marking a rare diplomatic rupture since WWII.
Trump Implements U.S.-Japan Trade Deal with Executive Order
President Trump signs an executive order to implement the U.S.-Japan trade deal, lowering auto tariffs, expanding market access, and unlocking $550 billion in Japanese investments.
Thailand to Appoint New PM After Court Ruling
Thailand’s court ruling paves the way for a new prime minister, marking a key moment in the nation’s political journey.
D.C. Sues Trump Admin Over National Guard Deployment
Washington, D.C. sues the Trump administration over deploying 2,000+ National Guard troops, citing violations of the Home Rule Act and local autonomy.
NASA, Northrop Grumman Eye Mid-September ISS Resupply Flight
NASA and Northrop Grumman prepare for a mid-September cargo mission to the ISS on SpaceX Falcon 9, carrying experiments to boost semiconductors, medicine, and fuel technologies.
China’s Wang Yi meets Brazil advisor to boost BRICS unity
China’s top diplomat Wang Yi met Brazil’s Celso Amorim to strengthen BRICS cooperation and defend multilateralism amid rising trade tensions.
Afghanistan Shaken by M5.6 Earthquake as Death Toll Soars
A magnitude-5.6 earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan on Thursday, compounding Sunday’s magnitude-6 quake that killed over 2,200 and injured more than 3,600 across Nangarhar and nearby provinces.
Trump Takes Tariff Battle to Supreme Court
President Trump is asking the Supreme Court to review his authority to impose sweeping tariffs after an appeals court ruled he exceeded his power.