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The Xspec Pro Stunt Kick Scooter is designed for thrill-seekers, beginners, and experienced riders who want a strong, stylish, and reliable trick scooter. Whether you’re performing jumps at the skatepark…

Israel has cancelled a key financial waiver that had allowed its banks to cooperate with Palestinian banks in the occupied West Bank. The decision, announced on Tuesday by Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, is expected to put major pressure on…

New Zealand has joined Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Norway in placing travel bans on two Israeli politicians. On June 11, 2025, Foreign Minister Winston Peters confirmed that Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir are…

The Middle East will continue to play a major role in global motorsport in 2026. The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) confirmed the calendar for next year’s top racing events during the World Motor Sport Council meeting in Macau on…

UAE Aids Discovery of New Exoplanets, Boosts Astronomy

The United Arab Emirates has marked a significant step in space science by helping discover new exoplanets. The Al Khatim Astronomical Observatory, based in the Abu Dhabi desert, participated in observing and confirming planets outside our solar system. This achievement shows the UAE’s increasing role in global astronomical research. Exoplanets…

Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg is on a ship heading toward Gaza. The vessel is part of a protest against Israel’s naval blockade. Israel says it is monitoring the ship closely and is ready to respond. The ship, named Madleen,…

In Tianjin, an industrial city in northern China, workers and machines are busy giving old electric vehicle (EV) batteries a second life. This process is part of a growing movement across the country to turn battery waste into a key…

The National Rugby League (NRL) has officially started its campaign to be included in the 2032 Olympic Games in Brisbane. Talks are underway between NRL officials and the Brisbane 2032 Organising Committee to make this dream a reality. The sport’s…

Zelensky Urges Sanctions After Russian Drone Kills Family

A deadly Russian drone strike hit a residential area in the city of Pryluky, central Ukraine, overnight Thursday. Five people were killed, including three members of the same family. The victims included a grandmother, her daughter, and a one-year-old baby.…

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Trump Probes Ex-DHS Official Miles Taylor's Criticism

Miles Taylor, a former chief of staff at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, is asking independent watchdogs to investigate a new memo signed by Donald Trump. On April 9, Trump ordered federal agencies to look into Taylor’s service and…

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French Cognac Industry Seeks China Tariff Rollback

French cognac producers are hopeful after recent diplomatic discussions between France and China signaled a possible rollback of tariffs that have hit their industry hard. The tariffs were introduced by China in 2019 as part of a wider trade dispute…

TECHNOLOGY

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US Ban on Chinese Labs May Boost Electronics Prices

The United States has recently banned several Chinese labs from testing electronics that are sold in the US. These labs were labeled as security risks by the US Federal Communications Commission. The move is part of Washington’s effort to reduce…

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Cha Eun-woo to Start Military Service in Army Band

Cha Eun-woo, a popular singer and actor from South Korea, will begin his mandatory military service on July 28. He has been accepted into the Army’s military band, according to his agency, Fantagio. The confirmation came after the Military Manpower…

Macy’s Cuts Orders, Discounts Stock Over Tariff Pressure

Macy’s Inc. is adjusting its business approach amid ongoing tariff challenges linked to imports from China. The company expects that President Trump’s tariffs, even with the current 90-day pause, could reduce its annual gross margin by 20 to 40 basis…

Pope Leo Urges Gaza Ceasefire, Respect for Humanitarian Law

Pope Leo appealed on Wednesday for a ceasefire in Gaza, urging both Israel and Hamas militants to fully respect international humanitarian law. He spoke during his weekly general audience at St. Peter’s Square in Vatican City. The new pontiff emphasized…

Nvidia to Close Big Tech Earnings with Key AI Chip Report

Nvidia Corp., the world’s top chipmaker, will release its first-quarter earnings report on Wednesday after the market closes. This report marks the last major earnings update in the current season for big technology companies. Since April, Nvidia shares have risen…

UAE Chess Star Rouda Essa, 15, Eyes Grandmaster

Rouda Essa Alserkal, a 15-year-old chess player from the UAE, is gaining international attention. She became the first Emirati woman grandmaster after winning the Arab Women’s Championship in Sharjah late last year. Rouda is currently competing in the Norway Chess…

Italy urges Israel to stop Gaza offensive, respect law

Italy has called for an immediate end to Israel’s military offensive in the Gaza Strip. Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani addressed parliament, saying the ongoing assault has become unacceptable. He warned against any forced displacement of Palestinians from Gaza. The…

Gaza Conflict: Uncertain Ceasefire and Rising Humanitarian Crisis

Hopes for a temporary ceasefire in Gaza rose last week after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu promised progress regarding Israeli hostages held in Gaza. Netanyahu said families could expect good news, but details on a ceasefire remain unclear amid ongoing…

Almaty, Astana Beat Moscow in 2025 Global Cities Index

Almaty and Astana have surpassed Moscow in the 2025 Global Cities Index by Oxford Economics. This ranking evaluates the world’s largest cities based on factors like economy, human capital, environment, governance, and quality of life. New York remains the top-ranked…

RDA Sends Rs1.94B Scam Case to NAB, FIA, ACE

The Rawalpindi Development Authority (RDA) has officially referred a Rs1.94 billion financial irregularity case to Pakistan’s National Accountability Bureau (NAB), Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), and Anti-Corruption Establishment (ACE). The referral aims to ensure a full investigation and recovery of the…

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Markets Rise on Hopes of Trump-Xi Trade Talks

Most markets rose on Tuesday as investors focused on the possibility of a meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping. This potential talk could ease tensions…