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Today's stories
More from today's coverage, told in the same calm voice.
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Trump holds Hormuz blockade threat over Iran
President Trump has rejected an Iranian proposal and indicated the United States would maintain a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz for several months. The strait carries roughly a fifth of the world's oil traffic, and a sustained closure would affect energy markets and shipping routes globally. The move increases pressure on Iran during ongoing nuclear negotiations.
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Brazilian Senate Rejects Lula's Top Court Nominee
The Brazilian Senate, under President Davi Alcolumbre, voted down Jorge Messias, President Lula's nominee to the Supreme Federal Tribunal. The rejection marks a notable institutional setback for Lula's government and the PT party, exposing fractures in the Senate coalition. Had Messias been confirmed, he would have shifted the balance of power on the court.
"If approved in the Senate, Messias would have changed the balance of forces on the STF."
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Trump Warns Iran to Accept Nuclear Deal
President Donald Trump signalled a harder line toward Iran in 2025 nuclear talks, warning that US patience for a negotiated settlement is running out. Trump indicated that failure to reach an agreement would bring consequences, without specifying their nature. The standoff carries real stakes for both populations, with Iran's potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz threatening global oil flows and regional stability.
"Done being nice — Trump's message to Tehran as talks stall."
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Families sue OpenAI over Canada school shooting
Relatives of eight people killed in a Canadian school attack have filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging the company failed to alert authorities before the shooting. The suit claims the attacker used ChatGPT in ways that should have prompted a warning to police. OpenAI has not yet commented publicly on the legal action. The case raises questions about what duty, if any, AI companies have to report potential threats identified through their platforms.
"Families argue OpenAI had information that could have prevented the attack and chose not to act on it."
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Brazil police probe luggage bypass on betting executive's jet
Brazil's Federal Police are investigating whether bags were brought into the country without passing through X-ray screening on a private jet owned by a sports-betting businessman. Politicians Hugo Motta and Ciro Nogueira were passengers on the flight in question. The inquiry centres on whether customs and security procedures were circumvented. Neither politician has been named as a suspect at this stage.
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UN Reports Iran Executions Amid Regional War
The United Nations reports that Iran has executed 21 people and detained more than 4,000 others since the start of the Middle East conflict. The figures emerged as US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth testified before Congress on the war's trajectory and costs. Lawmakers and the American public face decisions about continued military involvement and spending in the region.
"Twenty-one executed and more than four thousand detained since the war began."
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Brazilian Family Killed in Israeli Strike, Southern Lebanon
An Israeli military strike in southern Lebanon killed a Brazilian civilian family who had returned to the area to retrieve their belongings. The incident adds to a growing count of civilian casualties in the region. Brazil's government is expected to seek an account from Israeli authorities. The family's deaths highlight the continued danger facing civilians attempting to return to conflict-affected areas.
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Fed holds rates steady amid trade war uncertainty
The Federal Reserve kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 3.5% to 3.75%, citing ongoing trade war pressures as a reason for caution. Chair Jerome Powell held what is expected to be his final press conference in the role. The decision affects borrowing costs for households and businesses across the United States, and ripples through global financial markets that closely follow Fed policy.
"The Fed is holding rates in place as trade war conditions continue to cloud the economic outlook."
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South Korea's Former President Convicted of Obstruction
A South Korean court has sentenced former president Yoon Suk-yeol to seven years in prison for obstruction of justice. The conviction follows his removal from office and marks a significant legal reckoning for the former head of state. South Korea's judiciary has now concluded a major phase of proceedings against him.
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Brazil Tax Authority Suspends 25 Staff Over Port Corruption
Brazil's Receita Federal has removed 25 employees amid an investigation into an alleged corruption scheme at the Port of Rio de Janeiro. Police found R$233,000 in cash under the bed of one tax auditor during searches. The agency has also flagged 257,000 taxpayer declarations for closer review, while 26 million Brazilians have yet to file their returns ahead of the deadline.
"Police found R$233,000 in cash under the bed of a Receita Federal auditor during the operation."
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