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US strikes Iran a second consecutive day
US forces carried out a second day of strikes against Iran, escalating a military exchange that has drawn in regional targets. Iran announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and launched attacks on ships and a US base in Bahrain. The confrontation raises immediate concerns about oil supply disruption and the safety of military personnel on both sides.
"Tehran says the Strait of Hormuz is closed and has struck ships and a base in Bahrain."
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Fujimori leads Peru runoff by 561 votes
Keiko Fujimori has taken a narrow lead over rival Pedro Sánchez in Peru's presidential runoff, with a margin of just 561 votes separating the two candidates as counting continues. The result remains highly provisional, with overseas and outstanding ballots still to be tallied. Fujimori, daughter of imprisoned former president Alberto Fujimori, is making her third bid for the presidency.
"Keiko Fujimori returns to lead the second-round presidential contest in Peru."
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US Appeals Court Allows Trump Ten Percent Tariff
A US appeals court has permitted the Trump administration to keep a blanket ten percent tariff on imports in place while legal challenges continue. The ruling gives the administration a temporary win as it pursues broader trade policy goals. The decision affects importers and trading partners who had hoped for a quicker judicial check on the measure.
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Gates testifies before Congress on Epstein ties
Bill Gates appeared before a US congressional investigation to address his relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Gates told lawmakers he had never victimized anyone. The hearing is part of a broader legislative effort to examine the connections between Epstein and prominent figures in business and public life.
"I never victimized anyone."
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Brazil Senate passes rural debt relief over government objection
The Brazilian Senate approved legislation authorising renegotiation of rural debts without agreement from the Finance Ministry, in a move the government estimates could cost public finances up to R$140 billion. The Ministry of Finance had opposed the measure, warning of significant fiscal deterioration. The bill now adds pressure to Brazil's already strained budget framework ahead of the 2026 electoral cycle.
"The Senate authorised rural debt renegotiation without reaching agreement with the government."
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Anti-immigration riots displace residents in Northern Ireland
Protesters set fire to homes and cars in Northern Ireland during a wave of anti-immigration unrest, forcing immigrant residents to flee or shelter in place. Brazilian nationals are among those affected, with some describing fear of returning home. The violence has caused physical displacement and widespread anxiety among migrant communities in the region.
"Fear of going home."
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SpaceX sets $135 share price in record IPO
SpaceX has confirmed a share price of $135 in what is being described as the largest initial public offering in history, implying a valuation of roughly $1.75 trillion. The company has operated at a multi-billion dollar loss while building its Starship and Starlink businesses. Retail investors, university endowments, and institutional funds are among those taking positions in the offering, accepting that near-term profitability remains uncertain.
"A company that loses billions can still command a $1.75 trillion valuation if investors believe the future it is building is large enough."
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US Conducts Secret Hormuz Operation to Free Tankers
President Trump announced that US forces carried out an undisclosed military operation in the Strait of Hormuz aimed at clearing passage for oil tankers. The strait handles roughly a fifth of global oil supply, and disruptions there affect energy prices worldwide. Tanker operators had reportedly been disabling tracking systems to move additional cargo through the waterway under pressure.
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Brazil committee backs lowering criminal age to 16
Brazil's Chamber of Deputies constitutional committee approved a proposed amendment to lower the age of criminal responsibility from 18 to 16. The measure now advances to the full Chamber for further votes. Critics argue the change would expose teenagers to an overburdened prison system, while supporters say it addresses serious crimes committed by minors.
"The CCJ vote opens a new stage in Congress on one of Brazil's most contested constitutional questions."
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Colombian right candidate leads polls, defies legal challenge
Right-wing presidential candidate De la Espriella holds a lead in second-round polling ahead of Colombia's 2026 election. The left, trailing in surveys, has moved to challenge the process through the courts. Supporters of De la Espriella have responded with public demonstrations. The legal effort appears to be an attempt to alter an outcome that the ballot box has not yet delivered.
"Trailing in the polls, the left is attempting to judicialise the presidential election in Colombia."
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