Australia’s Social-Media Restrictions Gain Support From Apple Leadership
Australia’s prime minister says Apple leadership supports the country’s child-safety rules, while questions about privacy and enforcement remain.
U.S. and China Begin Talks on Trade, AI and Critical Minerals
Senior American and Chinese officials are meeting in New York before a presidential summit, but no agreement has yet been announced.
U.S. Military Says Four Killed in Caribbean Vessel Strike
The U.S. military says it struck a suspected drug-trafficking vessel, but it has not publicly identified those killed or released evidence about the alleged cargo.
Ukraine Launches Its Largest Drone Attack on Moscow
Ukraine launched an unprecedented drone operation against Russia as parliamentary voting ended, with casualties and damage reported in Moscow.
North Korea Launches Two Ballistic Missiles Toward the Sea
South Korea and Japan monitored two North Korean missile launches as regional tensions and stalled nuclear diplomacy continue.
Russia Reports Cyberattacks During Parliamentary Voting
Russian officials say online voting and communications systems were targeted, but publicly verifiable evidence identifying the attacker has not been released.
AI Leaders Split Over Whether Development Should Slow Down
Researchers and technology executives agree that AI risks require attention, but they remain divided over whether a coordinated slowdown would make the public safer.
Thousands Rally Outside Kennedy Center Over Cultural Institution’s Future
Demonstrators fear an indefinite closure could permanently change the Kennedy Center, while supporters of the plan say major repairs are needed.
Greenland and Denmark Say New U.S. Security Deal Does Not Transfer Sovereignty
The agreement expands American security access, but Greenlandic and Danish leaders reject claims that it gives the United States ownership or sovereignty.
White House Enforces Ban on CNN, MS NOW and Politico Reporters
The White House has begun enforcing its media ban, deactivating credentials and denying entry to reporters from CNN, MS NOW and Politico.