
U.S. begins removal of Syria designation as state sponsor of terrorism
The U.S. has started the process to remove Syria from its State Sponsor of Terrorism list, moving to unwind long-running legal and financial barriers tied to the designation.

The U.S. has started the process to remove Syria from its State Sponsor of Terrorism list, moving to unwind long-running legal and financial barriers tied to the designation.

An international operation against India-based organised crime groups has resulted in 24 arrests, US officials said, including alleged involvement in the 2023 assassination in Canada of prominent Sikh figure Hardeep Singh Nijjar.

Albania’s Prime Minister Edi Rama defended spending €4 million ($4.56 million) of public money on a Kanye West concert, saying it was allocated at the last minute to avoid embarrassment after nearly 25,000 foreign visitors had already bought tickets and the show might be cancelled.

Donald Trump says he is "number one on TikTok," highlighting the platform's growing importance in political communication and voter engagement.

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth canceled a scheduled Wednesday meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu about a possible F-35 sale to Turkey, an Israeli source told Reuters.

U.S. states are reportedly seeking $1.4 trillion from Meta, alleging addictive platform designs harmed users and violated consumer protection laws.

Hedge funds hold their most bearish position on the Japanese yen since 2007 as investors expect continued pressure from global rate differences.

Markets now see a 77% chance the Federal Reserve keeps interest rates unchanged this year as inflation and economic data remain resilient.

Trump confirmed construction of a granite Marine One landing pad on the White House South Lawn to improve durability and presidential operations.

Ten Japan-linked oil tankers have left the Strait of Hormuz after months of delays, easing concerns over energy supply and shipping stability.

BNY joins the U.S. Treasury, Robinhood and ND Studio to support Trump Accounts, combining traditional finance with modern investment infrastructure.

Trump's proposed tariffs on imports from 60 countries face legal opposition, with courts likely to determine whether the administration has authority.

Reports say Iranian loyalists issued threats against Donald Trump during funeral gatherings, highlighting continuing tensions between Iran and the United States.

Trump Accounts for Kids officially launches, encouraging long-term savings and investing for children through government-backed financial accounts.

Trump says Walmart will significantly lower prices, calling the move a win for consumers as retail pricing and inflation remain major economic issues.

The ASEAN Secretary-General and China’s Vice Minister of Education met at the World Jurists Forum 2026 to discuss enhancing educational cooperation, including student exchanges and vocational training.

North Korea's Kang Kon destroyer showcases expanding naval ambitions and a growing focus on maritime military capabilities.

China's housing market downturn has erased decades of inflation-adjusted gains, highlighting deep challenges in the property sector.

Russia is advancing its digital ruble project despite sanctions, joining a global race to develop central bank digital currencies.

Analysts argue the U.S. is rebelling against parts of the global system it created, driven by economic, political and social pressures.

OPEC+ approved another oil production increase as Strait of Hormuz exports recover and global energy markets stabilize.

Trump Accounts promote long-term investing for children, combining diversified portfolios with financial education and savings goals.

Foreign private investors now hold more U.S. Treasuries than foreign central banks, signaling a major shift in global debt markets.

North Korea tested missiles and defense systems from its new Kang Kon destroyer as Kim Jong Un pushes ahead with naval modernization.