LONDON — The U.K. is set to lift a ban on a key type of crypto debt security in a bid to catch up to the U.S. and other financial hubs as it looks to become a global hub for digital assets. On Friday, the Financial Conduct Authority, the U.K.’s main regulator for financial services, … Read more
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz has vowed to block an aid vessel carrying Greta Thunberg and other activists from reaching Gaza, by “any means necessary.” The “Madleen” departed Sicily last Sunday, aiming to breach Israel’s naval blockade on Gaza, deliver humanitarian aid, and draw attention to the worsening humanitarian crisis in the enclave. According to … Read more
A woman who has moved to Switzerland has shared interesting insights she has discovered since moving – and people are only just finding out about the sweet way that new babies are celebrated People are just realising the sweet way babies are welcomed in Switzerland (stock image)(Image: Getty Images) The arrival of a newborn is … Read more
Chad’s President Mahamat Idriss Deby has announced that his country will suspend the issuing of visas to U.S. citizens in response to the Trump administration’s decision to ban Chadians from visiting the United States. President Donald Trump on Wednesday resurrected a hallmark policy of his first term when he announced the visa ban on 12 countries including Chad, accusing them of … Read more
Nearly five million smuggled seahorses were seized globally by authorities over a 10-year period, Canadian researchers found, warning it’s only the “tip of the iceberg” in an illegal trade that is likely far larger in scale. To track how widespread the issue is, researchers at the University of British Columbia pored over public seizure reports … Read more
CFOTO | Future Publishing | Getty Images Macro uncertainty is keeping the market volatile, but investors ought to keep their focus on stocks that can provide compelling long-term returns. Top Wall Street analysts’ recommendations can help inform investors as they pick the right stocks that can weather short-term pressures with solid execution and generate impressive … Read more
In the waning moments of Game 1 of the NBA Finals on Thursday, four players played a pivotal role: Indiana Pacers guards Tyrese Haliburton and Andrew Nembhard, Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Thunder forward Jalen Williams. After Williams (off a Gilgeous-Alexander pass) missed a 3-pointer that would have given the Thunder a 9-point … Read more
Elon Musk’s dad Errol claimed his son was prepared to admit he had ‘made a mistake’ after lashing out against US President Donald Trump during their public fallout 12:13, 08 Jun 2025Updated 12:22, 08 Jun 2025 Elon Musk’s father has arrived in Moscow to speak at a forum organised by Vladimir Putin’s closest aides. This … Read more
Colombian Sen. Miguel Uribe Turbay — a possible candidate in the country’s presidential election next year — was shot and wounded at a campaign rally in Bogota on Saturday, authorities said. His conservative Democratic Centre party released a statement calling it “an unacceptable act of violence.” The attack took place in a park in the Fontibon neighbourhood … Read more
Tesla CEO Elon Musk speaks alongside U.S. President Donald Trump to reporters in the Oval Office of the White House on May 30, 2025 in Washington, DC. Kevin Dietsch | Getty Images President Donald Trump is “not interested” in a call with Tesla CEO Elon Musk to resolve their feud, a senior White House official … Read more