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Donald Trump has claimed the Strait of Hormuz as ‘New US Territory’ on social media, prompting Iranian officials to reject the assertion as a delusion while maintaining the waterway remains closed.

Meta faces a major federal trial in California as 29 states accuse the company of designing addictive social media features that harm youth mental health and violating children's privacy laws.

U.S. envoy Jared Kushner met with Hamas leaders in Egypt and Benjamin Netanyahu in Israel to advance a Gaza peace plan centered on Hamas disarmament and a phased Israeli military withdrawal.

Oil prices have surged above $90 per barrel amid rising Middle East tensions and a deadlock over the Strait of Hormuz. Simultaneously, U.S. Treasury yields have hit multi-year highs, fueling inflation fears.

The Ebola outbreak in the DRC, caused by the Bundibugyo strain, has become the country's deadliest, with over 5,000 cases and 2,300 deaths. The WHO warns the crisis remains far from under control.

The US-Iran peace memorandum has expired without a deal. President Trump has demanded Iranian surrender and threatened to bomb Oman if it interferes with US control over the Strait of Hormuz.

Experts warn of a potentially record-breaking Super El Niño peaking in late 2026, threatening global food security, causing extreme heat and droughts in Mexico, and increasing wildfire risks in the Amazon.

Colombia faces a massive reconstruction effort estimated at 30 trillion pesos following a 7.4 magnitude earthquake that killed over 300 people and destroyed thousands of homes.

Iran has announced a $30,000 bounty for capturing or killing U.S. soldiers, doubling for women. The move follows the expiration of a 60-day peace MOU and rising tensions over the Strait of Hormuz.

The Ebola outbreak in the DR Congo is the deadliest in the country's history, with 2,325 deaths and 4,945 cases. The Bundibugyo strain is spreading rapidly, and no approved vaccine or treatment currently exists

Vessels are increasingly using an Omani-protected route to bypass Iranian control in the Strait of Hormuz. The US is conducting stealth operations to escort millions of barrels of oil daily through the corridor

The U.S. national debt has surpassed $40 trillion for the first time, driven by rising interest costs, social program spending, and pandemic-era debt. Treasury officials are moving to stabilize bond markets.

The FGR arrested Fausto Corrales in Mexico City for his alleged role in covering up Héctor Melesio Cuén Ojeda's murder and his involvement in the kidnapping of Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada.

President Donald Trump announced plans to declare the Strait of Hormuz U.S. territory following the defeat of Iran, a claim Tehran rejected as a violation of sovereignty.

The US national debt has surpassed $40 trillion for the first time, driven by rising interest costs, social program spending, and pandemic-era borrowing. The Treasury is expanding bond buybacks to stabilize the

A 7.4 magnitude earthquake in Colombia has caused hundreds of deaths and massive infrastructure damage. The government has declared a national emergency and launched the ‘Fondo Milagro’ for reconstruction.

Global food prices are projected to rise by 11.8% in 2026, driven by Black Sea conflict-related shipping shutdowns, extreme weather in Europe, and rising costs for fertilizer and energy.

A 7.4 magnitude earthquake in western Colombia has killed 294 people and left 320 missing. Massive infrastructure damage is reported, prompting $200 million in World Bank aid and international rescue efforts.

A strengthening El Niño, potentially one of the strongest since 1950, is expected to persist into 2027, bringing risks of extreme heat, drought, and tropical storms to the Americas and affecting global weather.

US envoy Jared Kushner met with Hamas leaders and Egyptian President al-Sisi to push a 15-point Gaza peace plan. Hamas supports the roadmap, but Benjamin Netanyahu rejects it, demanding full disarmament first.

A cyberattack on healthcare software provider MyDr has potentially exposed the personal and medical data of 18.8 million people in Poland, prompting government warnings and security precautions.

A commercial vessel was struck by an unidentified projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, causing engine damage and one casualty. The incident follows the expiration of a US-Iran memorandum of understanding.

Lake Powell has hit a record low water level, following a historic low at Lake Mead. The decline threatens water supplies for 40 million people and risks halting hydroelectric power generation.

A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, centered in Chocó. The disaster has caused hundreds of deaths and injuries, widespread building collapses, and prompted a national state of emergency.

Five years into Taliban rule, Afghanistan faces a severe women's rights crisis and humanitarian emergency, with millions of girls denied education and local women's organizations facing closure due to funding.

COVID-19, caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, is a contagious disease that can cause mild to critical symptoms. Many infected individuals remain asymptomatic but can spread the virus for up to 20 days.

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te announced a record 2027 defense budget of T$1.1225 trillion, exceeding 3% of GDP, to bolster self-defense amid increasing pressure from China.

The Gaza Union of Municipalities warns of an imminent collapse of water and sanitation systems as fuel and oil shortages threaten two million people with mass thirst and disease.

Meta faces a major federal trial in California, where 29 states allege the company designed addictive social media features that harm children's mental health and violate privacy laws.

Iran faces economic collapse and political instability following a five-month war with the US and Israel, the death of Ayatollah Khamenei, and violent suppression of nationwide protests.

NATO is developing defense strategies against potential Russian aggression, while analysts warn the West is unprepared for a simultaneous two-front war involving China and Russia.

Cuba faces a severe energy crisis and humanitarian emergency as power outages threaten 71% of the island, driven by aging infrastructure and U.S. petroleum sanctions and fuel shortages.

OpenAI is launching targeted ads for free ChatGPT users in 31 European countries and introducing a safer, educational 'ChatGPT for Teens' version with parental controls and content restrictions.

The US has sanctioned ICC President Tomoko Akane and lawyer Abdoulaye Seye, part of a campaign to dismantle the court following investigations into Israel and Gaza. The ICC calls the move an attack on judicial-

U.S. President Donald Trump has paused 50% tariffs on $20 billion of Canadian goods for three days as both nations work to finalize a new trade agreement covering market access and economic security.

The Strait of Hormuz remains a flashpoint as the U.S. claims full control while Iran maintains a blockade. Recent maritime attacks and reduced shipping traffic have driven up global oil prices.

Moderna and Merck reported positive Phase 3 results for Intismeran, a personalized mRNA melanoma vaccine. Combined with Keytruda, it significantly reduced cancer recurrence and spread in high-risk patients.

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is spreading rapidly across six provinces, killing one person every 30 minutes. The UN has released $30.5 million to support the response.

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan signed the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement, a mutual defense pact providing collective deterrence similar to NATO's Article 5 to reduce regional reliance on the U.S.

The UAE has halted all trade and financial transactions with Iran after detecting two ballistic missiles launched from Iran that landed in the sea, including one in Emirati territorial waters.

The US-Israel-Iran conflict has caused massive economic shifts, including a projected $4.3 billion loss for Middle Eastern airlines and ongoing maritime instability in the Strait of Hormuz.

President Donald Trump has ordered a substantial reduction in joint U.S.-South Korea military exercises, citing high costs, a desire to maintain a positive relationship with Kim Jong Un, and Seoul's lack of aid

The U.S. is escalating economic and maritime pressure on Iran, threatening unprecedented isolation and an indefinite naval blockade to force compliance with Washington's terms.

Meta faces a major federal trial in California as 29 states allege the company designed addictive platforms that harm children's mental health and illegally collect data from underage users.

Israel struck the Abu al-Duhur airbase in Syria, citing threats from potential Turkish troop deployments. The U.S. condemned the escalation and is working on a deconfliction mechanism for the region.

Seven people, including Ecuador’s intelligence chief Michele Sensi-Contugi, his wife, and five Americans, died when a tourist helicopter crashed near Mount Ololokwe in Samburu County, Kenya.

Donald Trump plans to meet North Korean leader Kim Jong Un later this year and has ordered a reduction in joint military exercises with South Korea, citing a desire to improve relations with Pyongyang.

A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Flores, Indonesia, killing at least 51 people and displacing over 5,000 residents. Extensive damage to homes and public infrastructure has been reported.

Iran is reportedly considering strikes on US military targets in Europe, including bases in Bulgaria and Cyprus, and potential sabotage of fiber-optic cables in the Strait of Hormuz.