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U.S. Military Officer Faces Three Charges After Calling for Trump Impeachment
U.S. Air Force Major Jason Watson faces three military charges after publicly calling for the impeachment, conviction and removal of President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance. Watson criticized the administration during a protest last month. The Air Force confirmed the charges and said he remains in pretrial confinement while receiving due process. Quick Facts Detail Information What happened…
Instagram Head Adam Mosseri Denies Hiding Child Safety Risks
Instagram chief Adam Mosseri denied encouraging employees to hide information about risks to children during testimony in a major Meta trial in California.The case involves 29 US states that accuse Meta of putting user engagement ahead of child safety. The states claim Instagram and Facebook can harm young users and that Meta improperly collected data from children under 13. Quick…
London Zinc Market Hits Four Year High as Chinese Exports Ease Pressure on Shorts
The London zinc market continues to rise despite expectations that prices would weaken this year. Three month zinc on the London Metal Exchange reached $3,858 per metric ton on August 25, its highest level in four years. Tight LME inventories remain a major factor behind the rally. However, rising Chinese exports are now bringing additional zinc into LME warehouses, which…
Dolly Parton Dies at 80: Country Music Legend Leaves a Lasting Legacy
Dolly Parton, the beloved country music singer, songwriter, actress and philanthropist, has died at the age of 80. Her family announced her death on August 25, 2026. Parton died in Nashville, Tennessee.Parton built a remarkable career from humble beginnings in rural Tennessee. Her powerful storytelling, memorable songs and distinctive style made her one of the most recognizable entertainers in the…
Canada Imposes $20 Billion Retaliatory Tariffs on US Goods as Trade War Intensifies
Canada has announced retaliatory tariffs on about $20 billion worth of US goods. The measures respond to the latest tariffs imposed by the United States on Canadian imports.The new Canadian duties will take effect on September 8. They will cover around 700 products, with tariff rates ranging from 15% to 50%. Quick Facts What happened Canada announced about $20 billion…
Bitcoin Rises Above $80,000 as Weak Dollar Boosts Crypto Market
Bitcoin climbed above $80,000 on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, as a weaker U.S. dollar helped revive demand for cryptocurrencies. The world's largest cryptocurrency reached $81,237.94, its highest level since mid May.Bitcoin later traded at about $80,323.24 during Asian trading hours. The cryptocurrency has gained around 28% in August, putting it on track for its strongest monthly performance since November 2024.…
Oil Prices Fall 3% as US Shifts to Economic Pressure on Iran
Oil prices fell more than 3% on Tuesday as the United States increased economic pressure on Iran instead of immediately returning to large scale military action.Brent crude dropped 3.3% to $89.14 a barrel. US West Texas Intermediate crude fell 3.1% to $82.36. Oil prices have declined more than 5% this week as investors assess the latest US sanctions. Quick Facts…
US Expands Pressure on Iran as Tehran Vows to Resist New Sanctions
The United States has expanded economic pressure on Iran as tensions between Washington and Tehran continue to rise, with Iranian officials warning that the country will resist the latest sanctions and measures aimed at isolating its economy.The latest developments have increased concerns about the impact on Iran's international trade, financial relationships and the wider global economy.US Targets Iran's International Economic…
Pakistan and Iran Make Significant Progress in Talks to End Iran Conflict
In negotiations to lower tensions and find a peaceful resolution to the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States, and Israel, Pakistan and Iran have made considerable strides.ni Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi announced the development on August 25 after a high level visit to Tehran. Pakistan's army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, and Naqvi met Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and…
US South Korea Military Drill Cancelled Over Iran War Force Constraints
The United States has cancelled a joint amphibious landing exercise with South Korea scheduled for next month. Seoul's Marine Corps said the US cited limited troop availability because of the war in Iran.The cancelled Ssangyong exercise is a major military drill involving US and South Korean forces. The two allies are now discussing how to resume the training and address…
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London Zinc Market Hits Four Year High as Chinese Exports Ease Pressure on Shorts
The London zinc market continues to rise despite expectations that prices would…
US Expands Pressure on Iran as Tehran Vows to Resist New Sanctions
The United States has expanded economic pressure on Iran as tensions between…
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Mining companies are facing closer regulatory scrutiny over major mergers as governments…
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Mexico has raised serious concerns over a preliminary U.S. Commerce Department ruling…
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Instagram Head Adam Mosseri Denies Hiding Child Safety Risks
Instagram chief Adam Mosseri denied encouraging employees to hide information about risks to children during testimony in a major Meta trial in California.The case involves 29 US states that accuse…
