Bankman-Fried Loses Appeal Against Fraud Conviction in FTX Case
Sam Bankman-Fried lost his appeal against his 25-year prison sentence for the collapse of FTX, according to a three-judge panel in New York.
Politics
Trump Accuses Iran of Leaking False Agreement Details
US President Donald Trump has accused Iran of leaking details of a purported deal to end the conflict that 'bear no relation to the truth', according to BBC. The allegations came as Iranian media reported terms of an agreement that included $300bn for damages caused by US and Israeli strikes.
Olivia Rodrigo’s New Album ‘You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love’
Olivia Rodrigo has released her third album, 'You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love', marking a significant shift in her sound and style, according to Rolling Stone.
What to Know About Jay Clayton, Trump’s Pick for Intelligence Director
Jay Clayton, President Donald Trump’s nominee for director of national intelligence, has a background as a top Wall Street enforcer and U.S. attorney in Manhattan. His appointment has drawn attention due to his previous roles and influence on financial and national security matters.
Taylor Swift Makes Tearful 21-Minute Speech at Hall of Fame
Taylor Swift delivered a 21-minute emotional speech at the 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame induction ceremony in New York City, making her the youngest woman ever inducted.
Pope Leo Visits Canary Islands to Highlight Migrants’ Perilous Journeys
Pope Leo visited the Canary Islands to highlight the dangerous journeys of migrants, emphasizing the need for 'safe and legal pathways.'
Vance Says Israeli PM Netanyahu ‘Has Got Some Things Wrong’
US Vice President JD Vance said Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu 'has certainly gotten some things wrong,' marking a further public admission that relations between the two allies have come under pressure.
Bill Gates says Epstein wanted personal relationship, but he ‘never reciprocated’
Bill Gates testified before a congressional committee on Wednesday, stating he never had a personal relationship with Jeffrey Epstein and ended ties when the convicted sex offender failed to deliver on fundraising for his philanthropy, according to the BBC.
Trump targeting immigrants from climate-vulnerable countries
A Guardian analysis shows that Trump’s immigration policies are primarily targeting people from the 22 most climate-vulnerable countries out of 39 with entry restrictions.
Trump’s $14.8M Lincoln Memorial Pool Renovation
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C., has reopened after a $14.8 million renovation commissioned by President Donald Trump. The pool was painted a dark navy blue dubbed 'American Flag Blue' by the National Park Service.
Trump signs $70B immigration bill, crypto legislation delayed
President Donald Trump signed a $70 billion immigration funding bill on Wednesday, ending months of partisan delays, while separate efforts to pass the CLARITY Act for regulating digital assets remain stalled in Congress.
Platner Wins Maine Democratic Primary, Challenges Collins in Senate Race
Graham Platner has won the Maine Democratic Senate primary and will challenge incumbent Republican Sen. Susan Collins in the November election, according to NBC News and Al Jazeera.
Nevada Election Results: Key Developments and Early Outcomes
In a key U.S. Senate race, Nevada’s early results show Democratic candidate Catherine Cortez Masto leading by a narrow margin, according to the Nevada Secretary of State’s Office. The state saw a surge in mail-in voting, with over 300,000 votes cast before Election Day.
Disclosure Day Kritik: Steven Spielberg’s UFO Thriller Reviewed
Steven Spielberg's new UFO-themed film 'Disclosure Day' explores themes of secrecy, empathy, and the global threat of nuclear war, according to reviews from Den of Geek, Mashable, and Filmstarts.
US Judge Halts Nitrogen Gas Execution, Ruling It Unconstitutional
A U.S. federal judge has halted an upcoming nitrogen gas execution in Alabama, ruling the method unconstitutional under the Eighth Amendment, according to Al Jazeera. This contradicts an earlier ruling from the same judge that allowed the method.