Russia takes over the strategic town of Vuhledar in eastern Ukraine

Russia’s forces have fully captured the strategic hilltop town of Vuhledar in eastern Ukraine.

P Diddy faces 120 new sexual assault allegations

P Diddy faces 120 new sexual assault allegations after an attorney announces that they will open more lawsuits.

Dollar firm as war widens in Middle East

The U.S. dollar surged on Wednesday following an Iranian missile attack on Israel, as investors sought safe-haven assets amid rising tensions. The dollar index climbed 0.5% to 101.2, driven by strong U.S. job openings data and concerns over Middle East conflict.

Iran says attack on Israel is over as fears grow of wider conflict

"Our action is concluded unless the Israeli regime decides to invite further retaliation," Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said in a post on X early on Wednesday.

Iran launches barrage of missiles at Israel

Iran fired a salvo of ballistic missiles at Israel on Tuesday in retaliation for Israel's campaign against Tehran's Hezbollah allies in Lebanon

Mark Rutte takes over as NATO head

Mark Rutte, the former Prime Minister of the Netherlands, assumes the role of NATO Secretary-General from Jens Stoltenberg, emphasizing the need for increased defence spending and stronger ties with Indo-Pacific allies.

Japan's new Prime Minister Ishiba unveils cabinet ahead of snap election

Amazon wins partial dismissal of US antitrust lawsuit

Amazon wins a partial dismissal of the FTC lawsuit accusing it of monopolistic practices, though key details remain sealed. The FTC claims Amazon used anti-competitive tactics to dominate online marketplaces. The case will proceed in two parts, with some allegations allowed to continue.

Lebanon crisis: Over one million people flee strikes amid invasion fears

More than one million people across Lebanon have been uprooted by ongoing and deadly Israeli airstrikes across the country, including one reported early Monday morning in a residential area of central Beirut, adding to fears of a full-scale invasion

World's first 3D-printed hotel takes shape in Texas

El Cosmico, the world’s first 3D-printed hotel, is expanding with 43 hotel units and 18 homes in Marfa, Texas. Using ICON’s 3D printing technology, the project allows for unique architectural designs, scheduled for completion by 2026, with room prices ranging from $200 to $450 per night.