Mexico accuses Adidas of cultural appropriation, demanding restitution for a shoe design resembling Indigenous huaraches from Oaxaca

Pakistan military says it killed “Indian-sponsored” militants crossing from Afghanistan, recovered weapons and explosives.

Armenia and Azerbaijan to sign peace deal Friday at White House, with Trump brokering agreements on multiple
sectors.

OpenAI launches its latest AI chatbot with “PhD-level” expertise, as critics warn of hype and regulatory gaps

Netanyahu’s Gaza military push deepens divisions among Israelis and allies, sparking warnings, condemnation, and hostage crisis fears.

Crocs shares plunge 30% as US sales drop, consumers shift to trainers, and tariff fears rise.

Prosecutors has revealed Erin Patterson allegedly plotted to kill her estranged husband before the fatal mushroom poisoning.

Trump has nominated Stephen Miran to occupy a vacant seat on the Federal Reserve Board, pending Senate confirmation.

Trump had called for the resignation of Intel’s CEO, labelling him “highly conflicted” over alleged links to China.

Amid ongoing battles and failed past talks, Trump’s planned meeting with Putin sparks doubt over prospects for a rapid ceasefire.

Prime Minister Netanyahu’s renewed Gaza offensive plan sparks military caution, opposition from hostage families, and fears of worsening international isolation.

Netherlands has rejected recognising Palestinian state now, and warns that Israel’s war in Gaza undermines its own security and identity

The US has sanctioned 18 entities, individuals accused of aiding Iran in evading sanctions and funding weapons programmes.

Israeli PM insists on security perimeter and Arab-led governance, while UN warns of deepening Gaza famine crisis

Cambodia credits Trump’s “visionary diplomacy” for ceasefire with Thailand after deadly clashes displaced over 300,000 people

US Senator questions Intel CEO’s links to Chinese firms amid national security concerns and federal defense funding involvement

Amid rising tariffs, Apple commits $100bn to US expansion, aiming to boost local production and avoid penalties

UCLA faces $584 million in suspended federal funds after civil rights allegations and settlement over antisemitism claims

Wilmore retires at 62 after 464 days in space, a historic mission delay, and decades of decorated service to NASA

Trump’s sweeping tariffs on over 90 countries take effect, targeting global trade partners and pushing for domestic economic reinvestment.