Big Banks Smash Earnings Records, but ‘Tectonic’ Risks Loom
[The largest banks in the United States collectively raked in tens of billions of profits in the second quarter, despite the war in Iran and persistent inflation.
Lebanon, Israel hold US-brokered talks in Rome to implement framework deal
Iran demands end to Israeli aggression in Lebanon as part of its interim deal with Washington signed last month Smoke billows from southern Lebanon following an Israeli strike, as seen from Nabatieh, southern Lebanon, June 19, 2026. REUTERS Lebanon and Israel resumed talks on Tuesday in the Italian capital, with Beirut hoping for progress towards … Read more
Europe, Flexing Muscle in Ukraine, Is Still on Sidelines in Iran
In a show of collective strength, President Emmanuel Macron of France hosted European allies at the annual Bastille Day parade in Paris. Yet Europe is still a hostage to America’s foreign policy.
Komal Aziz credits father’s savings for mother’s financial independence
Actor Komal Aziz sparked discussion on social media after sharing her views on financially supporting one’s parents, saying she doesn’t believe women should be responsible for covering familial expenses and crediting her father for ensuring her mother’s financial independence after his death. During a question-and-answer session on her Instagram stories, fans asked Komal whether she supported … Read more
Four more terrorists killed in ongoing Operation Shaban: security sources
Security forces kill four more terrorists in Balochistan. Photo: Radio Pakistan Four more terrorists were killed on Tuesday during the ongoing Operation Shaban, taking the total number of terrorists killed in the operation to 83 across Balochistan since July 5, security sources said. The joint operation by the Pakistan Army, Frontier Corps (FC) and Balochistan … Read more
At 91, He’s Hiking the Appalachian Trail. Again.
Dale “Grey Beard” Sanders once set the record as the oldest person to complete the roughly 2,190-mile trail. Now, he’s back for his title.
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Trump’s Plan to Charge a Toll in the Strait of Hormuz: What to Know
President Trump announced a 20 percent fee on cargo through the waterway, despite his own administration’s position that such fees violate international law.
China Purges Top Official Over Corruption and Sex Charges
[Ma Xingrui is the third member of the Politburo to be purged since 2022. He once led the Xinjiang region and was previously head of China’s space program.
Trump Will Let Ukraine Build Patriots. Ukraine Wants to Make Homegrown Missiles Too.
The Ukrainian firm Fire Point has produced weapons that hit Russian territory. Its next goal, developing an antimissile system, is a much bigger challenge, experts said.