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Republicans seek to defund the OECD
Move against global tax body marks Trump administrationโs latest effort to withdraw from international organisations
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โDeport Donaldโ or welcome home? How Trumpโs trip split Scotland
The US president has a soft spot for Scotland โ but the feeling isnโt mutual for most Scots. Trumpโs business-and-pleasure trip offered political wins for both sides. Will Scotland keep him at an arm's length?
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Companies move to tighten security after fatal shooting in Manhattan
Groups rethink how to keep employees safe after second killing of an executive in New York in less than a year
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:IMF nudges up 2025 growth forecast but says tariff risks still dog outlook
Future tariff increases are not reflected in the IMF numbers, and could raise effective tariff rates further, it warned.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Israeli cruise ship protest sparks violent police clashes on Greek island
Greek riot police clashed with demonstrators in Rhodes who were protesting the docking of an Israeli cruise ship.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Russian strikes kill 25 in Ukraine, as Trump confirms deadline for talks
The deadly Russian air strikes come as US President Donald Trump toughens truce ultimatum to Russia.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Venezuela and Iran Strengthen Strategic Ties Ahead of 75th Diplomatic Anniversary
Presidents Nicolรกs Maduro of Venezuela and Mahmoud Pesheskian of Iran held a cordial phone call on Monday to reaffirm their countriesโ growing strategic alliance. The leaders emphasized the โexcellentโ state of bilateral relations and agreed to commemorate the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties in August with major celebrations. During the call, both heads of state [โฆ]
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:No EU majority yet for suspending Israel from Horizon programme
EU member states failed to agree on suspending Israel's access to the blocโs Horizon research programme during a meeting on Tuesday โ despite growing criticism over Israelโs military actions in Gaza.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Floods kill at least 23 people in northeastern Nigeria
The flooding began in the Yola area of Adamawa state, displacing 5,560 people so far, according to authorities. At least 11 others remain missing.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:More than 60,000 people killed in Gaza during Israel offensive, Hamas-run health ministry says
At least 112 people were killed in the 24 hours before late Tuesday morning, 22 while trying to get aid, the ministry says.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Israeli settler accused of killing Palestinian involved in Oscar-winning West Bank film
Odeh Hathaleen, who was killed, helped film the Oscar-winning documentary No Other Land.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:The Fed is unlikely to cut rates, but this week's meeting is packed with intrigue
Considering nothing is likely to happen when it comes to major policy decisions, the meeting promises several fascinating subplots.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:US: Activists protest against Capital One over loan to Israeli arms manufacturer Elbit Systems
US: Activists protest against Capital One over loan to Israeli arms manufacturer Elbit Systems Submitted by Ben Choucroun on Tue, 07/29/2025 - 19:21 Capital One has faced scrutiny after joining five other banks to loan $545m to Israelโs largest defence contractor Capital One is facing backlash after joining a consortium of six banks that have loaned $545m to Elbit Systems, Israelโs largest defence contractor (Reuters)...
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Economic Statecraft and Supply Chains in the Asia-Pacific
Insights from Etel Solingen.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:All the way with Donald J? Albaneseโs second term will be defined by how he handles the elephant in the room | Peter Lewis
With the US and UK already reviewing Aukus to see how much more they can squeeze out of us, asking our own pointed questions seems to be the least we can doGuardian Essential poll: most Australians doubt we will ever receive Aukus submarines Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe 47th parliament of Australia is upon us and, amid the shiny new Labor faces, ashen opposition, bemused independents...
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Authorities say shooter in New York City blamed NFL for brain injuries
The US football league has previously faced legal challenges over its failure to address players' concussions.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Sudanโs RSF Declares Parallel Government, Deepening National Crisis
Sudanโs civil war has entered a more volatile and fragmented phase following the announcement by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) of a rival government headquartered in Nyala, South Darfur. The declaration, which came after closed-door meetings with allied groups, includes the formation of a 15-member Presidential Council led by RSF commander Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, [โฆ]
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Israel condemns UK government's decision to support Palestinian state
Israel condemns UK government's decision to support Palestinian state Israel on Tuesday criticised the UK government's decision to support a two-state solution. In a post on X on Tuesday, the Israeli foreign ministry said: "The shift in the British governmentโs position at this time, following the French move and internal political pressures, constitutes a reward for Hamas and harms efforts to achieve a ceasefire in...
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Novo Nordisk shares plunge 23% after Wegovy maker names new CEO, cuts full-year guidance
Danish pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk on Tuesday named its new CEO and cut its full-year sales and profit guidance.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Deadly Fuel Price Protests Rock Angolaโs Capital as Public Discontent Surges
At least four people were killed and more than 500 arrested in Angolaโs capital, Luanda, following violent protests sparked by a sharp diesel price hike, police confirmed Tuesday. The unrest, which began Monday, has continued in pockets of the city, with reports of looting, vandalism, and clashes between demonstrators and security forces. The governmentโs decision [โฆ]
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:TikTok hires ex-Israeli army instructor as new hate speech manager, sparking backlash
TikTok hires ex-Israeli army instructor as new hate speech manager, sparking backlash Submitted by MEE staff on Tue, 07/29/2025 - 17:58 Erica Mindel, a former US State Department contractor, will lead TikTok's hate speech policy, focusing on antisemitic content This photograph, taken on 19 April 2024, shows a man holding a smartphone displaying the TikTok logo in an office in Paris, France (Antonin UTZ/AFP) Off...
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:US says extended trade war truce with Beijing hinges on Trump approval
Treasury secretary heads back to Washington after two days of talks with Chinese counterparts
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:WATCH LIVE: NTSB hearing on midair collision near Washington National Airport that left 67 dead
The National Transportation Safety Board will hold three days of hearings on the fatal midair collision between a passenger jet and an Army helicopter.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:NZ is prepared to take โfurther actionโ over the Gaza crisis โ here are 5 options
A joint statement by NZ and 27 other countries opens a door for further action against Israel over Gaza. What domestic and international steps could be taken?
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:US to scrap landmark finding that sets limit on carbon emissions
Experts warn the move will severely curb the federal government's ability to combat climate change.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Southeast Asiaโs Transshipment Dilemma in the China-US Trade War
The region's success relies on free trade, but that openness is now threatened by growing protectionism and U.S. export controls.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:UK Will Recognize Palestinian State at UN Assembly in September
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced Tuesday that the United Kingdom will formally recognize the State of Palestine at the upcoming United Nations General Assembly in September, unless Israel takes โsubstantive stepsโ to end the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and recommit to a genuine peace process. RELATED:France Urges EU to Press Israel Toward Two-State Solution [โฆ]
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:WATCH: RFK Jr. and health officials announced crackdown on kratom-related products
U.S. health officials are cracking down on an opioid-related ingredient being added to drinks, supplements and other products.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Lebanon military court convicts 6 for killing UN peacekeeper in 2022
Lebanonโs military court has convicted six people for killing a U.N. peacekeeper, according to the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Gunman who killed four in Manhattan shooting targeted NFL office, mayor says
Investigators believe Shane Tamura was trying to get up to the NFL offices after shooting several people in the lobby of the building at 345 Park Avenue but entered the wrong lift.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:NFL headquarters was mass shooterโs target, NYC mayor says
The headquarters of the National Football League was the intended target of a mass shooter, according to the NYC mayor.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Get active, challenge your brain and eat healthy to stay sharper while aging
Older Americans worried about cognitive decline can stay sharper for longer by exercising both their bodies and their brains and eating healthier.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Gazan mother of malnourished baby speaks to BBC
Yasmeen Abu Sultan says her two-month old daughter is suffering from malnutrition and asked that she is taken out of Gaza to undertake medical treatment.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Africa, the US and the East: In search of balance in a changing world
South Africa and the continent need to quietly assert control over their future through investment, innovation and intellectual engagement
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:The United States Is Losing Indiaย
India is beginning to question the value of its strategic alignment with Washington โ and the United States has only itself to blame.
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