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US-Iran conflict expands beyond battlefield as Red Sea attacks open new front

The US-Iran conflict has expanded beyond direct military strikes between the two sides, with Iranian-aligned militants in Yemen targeting shipping routes in the Red Sea. The development comes as Washington and Tehran continue to escalate military pressure, fuelling concerns that neither side can secure a decisive military advantage through force.

The Times of India

'Will not bow to US bullying': Iran rejects Washington's pressure tactics at SCO summit

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated Tehran will not yield to American pressure or intimidation. He asserted that the United States relies on coercion, which is the main barrier to dialogue. Araghchi emphasized protecting Iranian interests and people as a core principle for the nation. He urged SCO members to…

The Economic Times

Trump Says He Is 'Close' to Ordering Massive Attack on Iran as Pakistan Reportedly Pushes to Revive Peace Talks

President Donald Trump said he is nearing a decision on launching a “massive attack” on Iran while Pakistan is reportedly working to revive stalled negotiations between Washington and Tehran.

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Ukraine war briefing: Russia launches deadly attack on weapons exhibition near Kyiv

Zelenskyy says defence industry event should not have taken place; US influencer Laura Loomer visits Kyiv. What we know on day 1,613

The Guardian - AU

Washington Wants To Limit Chinese AI Models. One Of Them Helped Contain OpenAI's Cyber Incident.

The debate in Washington over Chinese artificial intelligence models has largely centered on national security, intellectual property, and technological competition. This week, it gained an unexpected new data point.

International Business Times

Key Thai exports dodge higher US tariffs

Washington has exempted 2,120 Thai export products from an additional 12.5% tariff under Section 301 of the US Trade Act of 1974, accounting for more than half the value of Thailand's exports to the United States, the Commerce Ministry said.

Bangkok Post

Insults, potshots and quip about a third term: Trump’s rambling gala address

President mocks opponents and journalists in mostly lighthearted speech at White House correspondents’ dinner

The Guardian - US

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502 students lose spots at Howard University over tuition payments just weeks before classes start

More than 500 incoming students at Howard University have learned this week that they have been unenrolled from the Washington, D.C., school and no longer have spots for the upcoming fall semester that begins Aug. 17

The Independent UK

US pummels Iran as Tehran targets regional bases stationing US forces

Iran on Friday said it carried out attacks targeting US military assets and bases with US forces in Bahrain, Jordan and Kuwait in retaliation for Washington's latest strikes across the country. The US meanwhile bombarded sites across Iran as the conflict escalated, leading US embassies to alert its nationals across…

France 24

Washington Is Weighing Curbs On Chinese AI. Nvidia, Microsoft And Meta Warn Open Models Shouldn't Be Included

Nvidia, Microsoft, Meta and more than two dozen technology companies are urging U.S. policymakers not to impose broad restrictions on open-weight artificial intelligence models, arguing that doing so could undermine American innovation and hand an advantage to foreign competitors.

International Business Times

$14 Million Costco Settlement: Are You Getting a Check?

Costco's $14 million settlement could mean a payout for eligible Washington customers. Here's who qualifies, how to file a claim and the deadline.

Kiplinger

Trump's new 12.5% China tariffs unlikely to trigger retaliation, say analysts

New United States tariffs on China may irk Beijing without provoking retaliation. These duties are in line with proposed levels citing inadequate efforts to address forced labor. China opposes unilateral tariffs but has not announced specific countermeasures against these levies. Chinese officials seek clarity from Washington on upcoming artificial intelligence…

The Economic Times

Nvidia and 24 other companies sign open-weights letter as Washington weighs Chinese AI model ban — OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google absent from the list

Signatories include chipmakers, server vendors, cloud operators, enterprise software firms, security companies, and venture funds

Tom’s Hardware

Trump and Zelenskyy to meet in Washington next week

Kyiv did not immediately confirm whether President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will meet President Donald Trump in Washington next week or attend the funeral of Senator Lindsey Graham

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Bangkok Post

James hopes to bring title magic to Philadelphia 76ers

WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - LeBron James announced on Friday he will play for the Philadelphia 76ers next season, with the 41-year-old NBA superstar hoping to transform another franchise into a championship team.

France 24

Arrests, denials and missing images: Gulf states’ response to Iranian strikes

Since the conflict between Iran and the United States began on February 28, more than 1,000 people have been arrested for attempting to document Iranian strikes in Jordan and Gulf countries allied with Washington. The governments of these countries have sought to deter the circulation of such images and maintain…

Latin Times

Trump Hits 18 Latin American and Caribbean Countries With Higher Tariffs Over Forced-Labor Rules

Brazil's Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva accused Washington of using forced labor as justification for a protectionist trade policy

The Economic Times

The second Chinese AI shock rattles US as China narrows the race

China's Kimi K3 AI model has emerged, significantly narrowing the technological gap with American frontier systems. This development has prompted intense debate across Silicon Valley and Washington regarding China's AI capabilities. The model's performance, affordability, and open-weight release strategy are unsettling for American observers. Concerns are rising about cybersecurity and…

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The Times of India

Saudi money, Chinese weapons, American patronage: Can Pakistan balance all three?

Pakistan pursues a complex foreign policy balancing China and Saudi Arabia. It also seeks to rebuild ties with Donald Trump's administration. Islamabad attempts to mediate between Washington and Tehran during regional crises. This diplomatic outreach occurs despite significant domestic economic and security issues. Sustaining these ambitions depends on internal stability…

International Business Times

Trump Is Seeking To Rebuild His Global Tariff Program After The SC Knocked It Down. Dozens Of Countries Are Targeted

The new tariffs announced by Trump cover nearly all U.S. imports. Exemptions shield energy, aircraft, critical minerals and several other product categories.

The Free Financial Advisor

Treasury Department Has a Troubling Update for Every American Taxpayer

The Treasury Department has a problem that reaches far beyond Washington, D.C., and it does not arrive with a dramatic new tax form. The federal government now spends an enormous amount of money simply paying interest on money it already borrowed, and that bill keeps getting harder to ignore.

Reason

Did Decriminalizing Drugs Lead to More Deaths in Washington and Oregon?

The Manhattan Institute’s Charles Fain Lehman overstates the evidence supporting that conclusion.

International Business Times UK

'Zero Died Because of DOGE': Elon Musk Denies USAID Cuts Caused Child Deaths in Violent Backlash

Elon Musk says he 'got carried away' in politics but insists 'zero died because of DOGE' as he rebuts claims USAID cuts under his Trump-era efficiency drive led to child deaths worldwide.

International Business Times UK

'Darling, the Wind Isn't Blowing': Critics Say Donald Trump Is Sundowning After Bonkers Rant

Donald Trump's wild attack on renewable energy at a Washington EPA event, including a surreal joke about not being able to watch a debate if 'the wind isn't blowing', has ignited fresh concern about his grip on the energy debate.

Euronews

US launches trade probe into EU over big tech fines

President Donald Trump announced a trade probe into the EU, accusing the bloc of unfairly targeting U.S. tech giants, a day after Google was hit with a €890 million antitrust fine.

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