The IRS’s new CEO just hired one of Jamie Dimon’s most trusted lieutenants
Vince La Padula has spent the past 23 years at JPMorgan running something called the "workplace solutions" business in the big bank's wealth management arm.
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Johor polls: Key parties, battlegrounds and issues to watch going into Nomination Day
Nomination Day for Johor's Jul 11 state election will take place on Jun 27, with political parties and coalitions set to finalise their candidates for all 56 seats ahead of a 14-day campaign period.
The Top 5 Longreads of the Week
In this edition: • A pair of aces • Room for growth • Still a-maze-ing • Wheel of misfortune • The road less traveled
New ‘Monster of Florence’ Installment From Director Stefano Sollima Set at Netflix
Netflix has greenlit a new three-episode installment of its Italian original “The Monster of Florence,” the serial killer series directed by genre specialist Stefano Sollima. The first four-episode chapter launched from the 2025 Venice Film Festival before dropping on the
Japan 'snow monkey' park to cap visitors after overcrowding, bad behaviour
Some tourists at have tried to feed, touch or bathe with the wild Japanese macaques.
The flaws at the heart of Donald Trump’s Iran ceasefire deal
The world sighed in relief when Donald Trump agreed to a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to finally end the conflict with Iran on June 17. But there is now a palpable feeling that hostilities are far from over. The agreement between Washington and Tehran, signed at Versailles
Hospitals struggle as European heatwave moves east
As hospitals buckle and warnings spread east, the heatwave is exposing how unprepared much of Europe remains for extreme temperatures.
Housing board votes to freeze New York rents in victory for Mamdani
The decision was welcomed by many tenants - but landlords fear it will worsen housing conditions.
Shipping rebounds in Strait of Hormuz one week after U.S.-Iran deal – but fragile confidence threatens recovery
Shipping traffic through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz is recovering one week after the U.S. and Iran signed an interim peace deal.
Disney Spotlights ‘Hexed’ at Annecy, Announces New Short ‘Lilo & Scratch’ – Still Starring Stitch
Disney announced Friday a new short at Annecy: “Lilo & Scratch.” “For the first time in five years, we have a new theatrical short,” said director Fawn Veerasunthorn, adding: “We are in this room because every single one of us loves animation.” It takes place shortly after the
Myanmar burns US$525 million of illegal drugs
Drugs slated for burning in ceremonies across Myanmar were double the quantity of 2025, say officials.
In AI race vs. U.S., China eyes victory in lower prices and broader appeal
U.S. AI companies seem to be in the lead, but that could be short-lived as Chinese competitors offer cheaper products with more commercial appeal worldwide.
First hydropower projects in Great Britain in 40 years given go-ahead
Three pumped storage hydroelectric power station sites in Scotland on list of 16 long-duration electricity storage plans The energy regulator has given the provisional green light for the construction of the first new hydropower projects in more than 40 years, part of plans to
Record temperatures drives up home air conditioning sales
Companies see inquiries surge during heatwaves as UK households look to cool down their homes.
Hundreds of flights cancelled as storm hammers New Zealand’s capital Wellington
Wellington Electricity said 4,000 customers had lost power and warned of further outages.
You don’t need a better camera
They keep getting fancier. But you would benefit from investing in better lighting instead. It’s tempting to upgrade your computer processor, your frying pan or your sneakers as well. The thing is, once the foundational tools are good enough, technique and training outperform
When ‘Made in India’ really means ‘Made in China’
India’s pharmaceutical industry is a significant global player. It produces about 20% of the world’s generic drugs by volume and has supported major vaccine efforts, providing affordable medicine worldwide. These results are real and contribute to India’s sense of
Israeli foreign minister to propose cabinet recognize Armenian genocide
The proposal, which comes after years of inconsistency regarding Israel's stance on the matter, emphasizs that Israel will recognize the Armenian genocide committed in the late Ottoman Empire period, and condemn any attempt to deny, minimize or distort it
UN says Iran nuclear pledge needs 'very strong' verification
The UN's nuclear chief said Friday that Iran's pledge not to build a nuclear weapon would need "very strong" verification, as the United States and the Islamic republic negotiate a permanent settlement to end their war. Iran's nuclear programme is a key sticking point in talks
Sea anemones reveal antiviral defense that reverses human immune playbook
A new study has uncovered a previously unknown antiviral defense mechanism in sea anemones, revealing that animals may have evolved more than one way to fight viral infections. Researchers discovered that a protein resembling a key component of the human immune system actually
How a 'copper economy' helps fungi and bacteria build stubborn biofilms
Scientists have discovered that two common human pathogens can work together by managing copper in their shared environment—a finding that could open new ways to break down stubborn mixed biofilms.
Scientists find evidence of vast hidden magma systems inside Mars
Researchers from the University of Oxford have uncovered evidence that Mars once hosted enormous, Earth-like magmatic systems deep beneath its surface—despite the planet lacking the plate tectonics long thought necessary for this kind of geological complexity.
Wastewater management reverses widespread freshwater deoxygenation in China
Freshwater ecosystems worldwide have been suffering from declining oxygen levels—a trend known as deoxygenation—that threatens biodiversity, fisheries and ecosystem stability. However, a new study published in Nature Geoscience offers hope: targeted nutrient management via
Trump 250 Gala Grows More Humiliating as Fox Grapples with Low Turnout
After Donald Trump kicked off his personalized celebration of America’s 250th birthday with a rally on the National Mall on Wednesday night, news accounts described the event as very sparsely attended. Trump himself practically begged for more people to show up to the next
Quakes give U.S. opportunity to transform Venezuela from foe to friend
The country once rejected U.S. aid after a natural disaster. This time, it’s different.
Japan’s creative fight to keep bookstores from turning their last page
About 500 municipalities across Japan no longer have a physical bookstore.
Iranian Oscar Nominee Jafar Panahi Was on Karlovy Vary’s Guest List. Then Came the Travel Ban.
Given "his crucial involvement" in Nader Saeivar's competition title 'Hijamat,' which he produced and edited, "we wanted him to come," says Karel Och, the artistic director of the Czech film festival.
Democrats demand Mullin keep pledge to supply list of canceled Noem contracts
Democrats on the House Homeland Security Committee are losing patience with Sec. Markwayne Mullin’s pledge to turn over a list of all contracts signed by his predecessor that he plans to cancel. During an appearance earlier this month, Mullin told the panel he would turn over
Myanmar burns $680 million of illegal drugs: Minister
Myanmar has seen more illicit drug trade since the military coup in 2021.
Reality reasserts itself
Subscribe now with a one-month trial for only $1, then enjoy the first year at an exclusive rate of just $99. ASEAN rejects a Russia-free Asian order Scott Foster argues that ASEAN’s summit with Russia underscored Southeast Asia’s determination to preserve a multipolar regional
South Korea to acquire 20,000 low-cost military drones
"Recent conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East clearly demonstrate that drones have emerged as game changers on the battlefield," Defence Minister Ahn Gyu-back told reporters in Seoul.
Why Erling Haaland has become the World Cup’s most entertaining star
Whether he's posing as Norway's 'social media guy' or sharing candid shots in an infrared mask, Erling Haaland is winning over fans around the world.
Taiwan opposition stalls government’s $8.54 billion drone Bill
Two opposition parties refused on June 26 to consider the Bill while they come up with their own versions.
The Lincoln Memorial should be green with envy: This reflecting pool stayed clear
The Architect of the Capitol has long toiled to keep the Mall’s other body of water from falling into disrepair.
Trump Mobile will take your $499 right now
Where's the Trump phone? We're going to keep talking about it every week. We still don't have the phones we preordered yet, but this week the T1 hit open sale, no deposit required. Trump Mobile's T1 Phone is now available for anyone to buy directly. The phone has previously
100,000 jobs and four plants: Volkswagen reportedly plans radical overhaul
Volkswagen is reportedly preparing the most radical overhaul in its history. Up to 100,000 jobs could be cut worldwide, twice as many as thought, and four German plants may close.
Alexis Alexiou Completes Third Feature ‘Sea of Glass,’ Unveils First Look and Trailer (EXCLUSIVE)
Greek writer/director Alexis Alexiou has unveiled his third feature and his first since 2015’s award-winning “Wednesday 04.45.” “Sea of Glass,” now complete, is a country noir road movie following two women in an off-season Greek seaside resort who unexpectedly come together to
UK building long-term economic strategy in Kyrgyzstan
London continues to enhance its economic footprint in Central Asia as it becomes one of Bishkek's key financial partners. As outgoing British Ambassador Nicholas Bowler said in an interview with the AKIpress news agency, bilateral relations have reached an all-time high over
Most Venezuelan city in the US rallies to help after quakes
In Doral, where more than 40% of residents are of Venezuelan origin, the community has come together to send aid to the country after it was hit by earthquakes.
South Korea court gives ex-First Lady Kim Keon Hee 7-year jail term for bribery
SEOUL, June 26 - South Korea's former First Lady Kim Keon Hee was sentenced on Friday to seven years in jail for receiving bribes, after a court found her guilty of accepting luxury items such as jewellery and a Dior handbag in exchange for political favours.
Brussels to exclude military-age Ukrainian men from temporary protection scheme
Despite Ukraine's martial law, some draft-age Ukrainian men have crossed the border illegally and subsequently received temporary protection in EU countries in recent years.
Man jailed after joining Cambodia scam syndicate that fired him in 3 days for poor performance
Yip Chee Ming was unsuccessful in making any scam calls while at the syndicate's compound.
India arrests staff accused of theft from Ram Mandir Hindu temple
The alleged embezzlement could amount to over US$20 million (S$25.9 million).
Montenegro police arrest Iranian accused of hacking US universities
The suspect is accused of helping steal data from more than 150 US universities over a hacking campaign dating back to 2013.
Iraq: Ashoura in Karbala draws thousands of Shiite pilgrims for rituals
Thousands of Shiite pilgrims mark Ashoura in Karbala, mourning Imam Hussein’s 680 AD death with processions, prayers and reinforced security.
What King Charles' historic tax disclosure reveals and what it hides
King Charles III has become the first reigning British monarch to make his personal tax bill public, lifting the lid on a slice of the royal finances that has stayed hidden for centuries, and confirming in the process that the sovereign ranks among the country's largest
EU ban on Russian combatants faces resistance from France and Italy
Rome and Paris have cited legal and technical concerns over how the ban should be applied in practice.
What to know about earthquake early warning systems
As earthquakes struck from California to Venezuela to Japan, millions of people received warnings on their mobile phones, providing critical seconds to seek protection.
Texan oil firm strikes light crude off Côte d’Ivoire as it bets big on Africa
Murphy Oil’s find at the Bubale-1X well caps an expansion spanning Morocco and Cameroon – but a $1bn debt pile raises questions over its staying power.