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Trump announced a 50 per cent tariff on Brazilian goods, accused Brazil of anti-US tech bias, and defended Bolsonaro’s trial as politically motivated, prompting a strong rebuttal from President Lula.

President Trump met with leaders from five African nations, announcing a strategic shift in US policy toward Africa from aid to trade, highlighting economic opportunities and growing trade between both regions.

UN envoy Hans Grundberg warns that Yemen risks being pulled further into regional conflicts involving Israel, following renewed Houthi missile and Red Sea ship attacks and Israeli airstrikes on Yemen.

Hamas agreed to release 10 hostages to support Gaza ceasefire talks, but negotiations remain difficult over aid flow, Israeli army withdrawal, and permanent ceasefire guarantees. A partial pullback proposal marks progress.

As New Delhi prepares to take over the presidency of BRICS next year, it needs to do some deft balancing act to make the expanded forum more inclusive, serving as a bridge to a fair and just world rather than an anti-West group

The chatbot, developed by Musk’s company xAI, posted vulgarities against Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, his late mother and personalities, while responding to users’ questions on the X

Sabih Khan, 58, has been with Apple for 30 years and is currently senior vice president of operations. The transition comes at a time when US President Donald Trump nudged Apple to move production of iPhone to America

Pakistan plans to sell a majority stake in its debt-laden national airline, PIA, by end-2025 after a failed 2023 attempt. Four local firms have been pre-qualified for bidding, with the process expected to conclude in the year's final quarter

Flash floods struck Ruidoso, New Mexico, sweeping away homes and leaving three people missing. Over 85 rescues were conducted as the Rio Ruidoso surged nearly 20 feet. Burn scars from past wildfires worsened the flooding, prompting emergency alerts and evacuations

Taiwan launched its longest-ever Han Guang military drills to prepare for potential Chinese invasions and "gray zone" tactics. The 10-day live-fire exercises feature new weapons and reservists amid rising PLA harassment. China condemned the drills as pro-independence provocation

War is no longer just a tragedy — it’s a profit-driven ecosystem, where returns matter more than resolution

Trump’s tariff threat is a risky shortcut that could deepen uncertainty, provoke retaliation, and ultimately isolate the US from the very trade flows it seeks to dominate

President Donald Trump has imposed new tariffs on imports from Japan, South Korea, and 10 other nations, effective August 1. The move has sparked diplomatic pushback, legal challenges, and market jitters as trade negotiations remain unresolved and uncertainty looms

Antarctic tourism surged to nearly 125,000 visitors in 2023–24, risking damage to fragile ecosystems. Experts warn numbers could hit 450,000 by 2034. Market-based tools like tourism taxes or visitor caps are proposed to manage growth and protect the continent's environment

Five Israeli soldiers were killed and two critically injured in northern Gaza, while Israeli airstrikes killed 18 Palestinians, including children. The clashes come amid US-backed ceasefire discussions between Israel and Hamas as violence escalates across southern and central Gaza

President Trump announced renewed US arms support for Ukraine amid escalating Russian attacks and Moscow's claim of new territorial gains

During a White House meeting with Israeli PM Netanyahu, US President Trump said Gaza ceasefire talks are progressing well. He also revealed Hamas’s willingness to end the conflict and discussed relocation plans for Palestinians and a potential 60-day truce agreement.

President Trump has announced steep new tariffs, including 25% on Japan and South Korea, and new taxes on 12 more countries, stoking fears of slower economic growth and prolonged trade battles.

Over 100 people are dead and many missing after devastating Texas floods. Search teams continue amid heavy rain. The White House denies claims that weather service budget cuts worsened the disaster response.

Brazilian President Lula da Silva rejected US President Donald Trump’s criticism of Jair Bolsonaro’s coup trial, asserting that Brazil is sovereign, its democracy is strong, and no one is above the law.

PM Modi received a warm welcome in Brasilia during his State Visit, praised BRICS for its focus on environment and health, and highlighted India’s commitment to climate justice and sustainable development.

At the BRICS summit in Brazil, PM Modi called for securing critical mineral supply chains, global AI standards, and deeper cooperation to support the Global South. He also proposed initiatives like a BRICS Science Repository and announced India’s AI Impact Summit

In Aurillac, France, an unusual bee attack injured 24 people, three critically, as bees swarmed for 30 minutes. Authorities suspect Asian hornets provoked the rooftop hive bees. Emergency teams responded swiftly, containing the situation without widespread panic