The Dark Side of K-Pop: A Band's Label Dispute Exposes Restrictive Artist Contracts
A dispute between a K-pop band and its label has drawn attention to restrictive artist contracts as the genre's global popularity grows.
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Global tech stocks plunge as US midterm results deepen fears of an AI slowdown
Trillions in tech market value were wiped out across the US, Europe and Asia after Democratic midterm wins raised prospects of tougher scrutiny of AI and data centre construction.
Economy & FinanceJudge Temporarily Blocks Construction of Trump's 250-Foot Arch Hours After Planning Panel Approval
A federal judge temporarily barred construction of President Trump's 250-foot triumphal arch after the planning commission approved it, siding with Vietnam veterans, D.C. and Virginia in their lawsuits.
Politics & GovernanceParaguay's President Santiago Peña Resigns Amid Ueno Bank Scandal and Financial Crisis
Paraguayan President Santiago Peña has reportedly resigned after apologizing for failing to prevent the country's worst financial crisis in decades, tied to the Ueno Bank scandal.
Politics & GovernanceDemocrats Expand House and Senate Gains as GOP Confronts Midterm Losses and Trump Weighs Veto Strategy
Democrats won sweeping House and Senate victories in the 2026 midterms, flipping dozens of seats and reshaping power in Washington as Trump and Republicans react to losses.
Politics & GovernanceInfant Bleeding Rises as More Parents Decline Newborn Vitamin K Shots, Two Studies Find
Two studies find infant bleeding episodes rose last year as more parents declined the newborn vitamin K shot, raising risk of serious bleeding in babies.
General NewsJudge pauses construction of Trump's 250-foot arch in Washington for 14 days
A federal judge temporarily blocked construction of Trump's 250-foot arch in Washington, a 14-day pause, after a federal planning commission approved it 8-4.
Politics & GovernanceFormer officer Beau Lamarre-Condon says shooting of Jesse Baird was not intended but 'it was my fault'
Former NSW police officer Beau Lamarre-Condon told the Supreme Court he shot Jesse Baird in the shoulder without intending to kill him, and said Luke Davies shot himself during a struggle.
Crime & JusticeDow Drops 1,800 Points as Nasdaq Enters Correction in AI Selloff; Nikkei 225 Hits Bear Market
A sharp AI-led tech selloff sent the Dow down 1,800 points and the Nasdaq into correction, while Japan's Nikkei 225 entered a bear market.
Economy & FinanceJudge Halts Construction of Trump Arch Hours After Federal Panel Approval
A judge issued a 14-day order halting construction of Trump's arch just after midnight, moments after a federal panel had approved the project late Thursday.
Politics & GovernanceHow Republican Jace Yarbrough flipped a redrawn Texas district while Democrats gained elsewhere
Republican Jace Yarbrough flipped Texas's 32nd district despite a blue wave that defeated most GOP redistricting gambles, with Latino voters swinging back toward Democrats.
Politics & GovernancePope Leo XIV Begins Latin America Tour Weeks After Lung Surgery
Pope Leo XIV is starting a tour of Uruguay, Argentina and Peru, his first major trip since a lung operation last month. The trip spans 12 planes in 12 days.
ReligionPope Leo XIV Begins 12-Day South America Tour Weeks After Lung Surgery
Pope Leo XIV begins a 12-day tour of South America in Uruguay, less than a month after lung surgery. The trip raises questions about his health and travel schedule.
ReligionIn Trappes, a Paris Suburb Hit by a Shooting Rampage, Residents Point to Anti-Immigrant Rhetoric
Residents of Trappes, a Paris suburb with a large immigrant population, blame years of anti-immigrant sentiment for a shooting rampage in the town.
Crime & JusticeA Trump-Putin Summit in China Could Put Xi Jinping in an Awkward Spot
A possible summit in China with Trump and Putin could boost Xi Jinping's standing, but talks on Ukraine's future and nuclear arms limits would force uncomfortable choices for Beijing.
Politics & GovernanceWho Is Keeping Secrets About Dag Hammarskjöld's Fatal 1961 Plane Crash?
Decades after UN Secretary-General Dag Hammarskjöld died in a 1961 plane crash, many suspect foul play, and key records remain classified.
World & DiplomacyIraq's al-Zaidi Tells Trump Baghdad Won't Be Launchpad as Fears of New Iran War Grow
Iraq's prime minister told Trump by phone that Baghdad will not let its territory be used to attack neighbours, as the foreign minister warned a new war on Iran would be a disaster.
Politics & GovernanceFormer Macau lawmaker Au Kam San sentenced to 12.5 years in territory's first national security case
A Macau court sentenced former pro-democracy lawmaker Au Kam San to 12.5 years for subversion, in the territory's first national security case. His closed-door trial has drawn fairness concerns.
Crime & JusticeTrump Proclaims Oval Office and Cabinet Room a National Monument After Midterm Losses
President Trump signed a proclamation designating the Oval Office and Cabinet Room a national monument, days after his party's midterm losses, amid criticism of his White House renovations.
Politics & GovernanceUS Midterms Hand Australia a Warning on Cost of Living, Datacentres and the Alliance
Analysts say Democrats' midterm win could broaden US-Australia ties and reshape Aukus, while cost-of-living and datacentre anxieties pose warnings for the Albanese government.
Politics & GovernanceTrump Proclaims Oval Office a National Monument, But the Order Leaves Future Changes Open
Trump signed a proclamation designating the Oval Office and Cabinet Room a national monument, a move critics note does not bar future presidents from redecorating or rescinding it.
Politics & GovernanceLakewood Officer Killed, Three Wounded in Shooting Near RTD Bus Outside Denver
A suspect opened fire on Lakewood police officers near an RTD bus stop in Colorado, killing one officer and wounding three others. The suspect was shot dead at the scene.
Crime & JusticeMajor Investors Doubt Anthropic's IPO Can Reach a $1.5 Trillion Valuation
Major investors reportedly doubt Anthropic's IPO can reach a $1.5 trillion valuation, with AI backlash cited as a possible timing risk. Coverage is aggregated from multiple outlets.
TechnologySettlers Seize Eight Palestinian Homes in Jericho, Displacing Dozens, UN Says
The UN condemned Israeli settlers' seizure of eight Palestinian homes in Jericho, reportedly involving live ammunition and assaults that forced families to flee. Palestinian officials dispute the sale.
World & DiplomacyZimbabwe Health Ministry Warns of Heatstroke Risks as El Niño Brings Hotter, Drier Season
Zimbabwe's Ministry of Health and Child Care warned residents of rising temperatures, dehydration and heatstroke risks, linked to El Niño-driven seasonal projections for 2026/2027.
Climate & EnvironmentFive Robbery Suspects Escape Limuru Police Cells After Overpowering Officers; Probe Launched
Five of seven suspects facing robbery with violence and gang rape charges escaped Limuru Police Station cells in Kiambu after overpowering officers. A manhunt and probe are underway.
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