The Justice Department clears the major media merger saying it will increase competition though critics worry about political influence over entertainment.
Category: International
FIFA World Cup 2026 Group Stage Week One Produces Shock Results and High Drama
The opening week of the 2026 FIFA World Cup delivers surprises including Spain failing to beat debutant Cape Verde and multiple major draws.
Rubin Expected to Seek to Mend US-India Ties as Iran War Looms Large
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is expected to address the fraying relationship between Washington and New Delhi amid ongoing West Asia conflicts.
Jeremy Scahill on Will Israel Blow Up Trump’s Deal: Iran Nukes Lebanon and More
Journalist Jeremy Scahill analyses whether Israeli military pressure could derail the emerging US-Iran peace deal and what happens next.
Russia Attacks Kill 11 in Ukraine and Set Fire to a Centuries-Old Monastery
Russian missile and drone strikes kill eleven Ukrainians and cause fire damage to a historic Orthodox monastery during continued offensive operations.
Afghan Police Open Fire on Protesters Opposing Gender Apartheid Killing Two People
Taliban security forces kill two people demonstrating against restrictions on women’s rights education and movement in Afghanistan.
PM Modi Pays Tribute at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Bratislava
Prime Minister Narendra Modi honours Slovakia’s war dead at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier alongside Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico.
India and Slovakia Elevate Ties to Comprehensive Partnership in Historic First Visit
PM Modi’s first-ever visit to Slovakia results in the elevation of bilateral relations to a Comprehensive Partnership with 14 key outcomes announced.
US and Iranian Negotiators Say They Will Sign Peace Deal on Friday to End the War
Officials in Tehran confirm a memorandum of understanding has been reached with the United States to end fighting on all fronts.
Trump Orders Opening of Strait of Hormuz and Removal of US Naval Blockade
President Trump writes on Truth Social authorising the toll-free opening of the Strait of Hormuz and the immediate lifting of the US naval blockade.