Who blinked first? How the US and China broke their trade deadlock

Representatives from Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo have drafted a peace agreement aimed at resolving decades of conflict, facilitated by the US and Qatar, which includes disarmament of armed groups and a joint security mechanism. The deal, expected to be formally signed next week, could attract significant western investment in the resource-rich region, although concerns about its implementation remain. Need More Context? 🔎

The Manhattan jury in Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex trafficking trial viewed explicit videos allegedly used to blackmail women, marking a pivotal moment in the seven-week proceedings. While prosecutors argue the footage shows coercion, the defense claims it illustrates consensual participation in the parties, as Combs maintains his innocence against serious charges that could lead to life imprisonment. Need More Context? 🔎

Read a summary of this article on FAST.Get bite-sized news via a newcards interface. Give it a try.Click here to return to FASTTap here to return to FASTFASTSINGAPORE: Prime Minister Lawrence Wong will deliver his 2025 National Day Rally speech on Aug 17.The rally will be held at Institute of Technical Education (ITE) College Central in Ang Mo Kio, the Prime Minister's Office said on Thursday (Jun 19).The National Day Rally is seen as the...

EV Resources is enhancing its focus on the Los Lirios antimony mine in Mexico by appointing industry veterans Shane Menere and Justin Werner to its board and raising $650,000 to expedite production. The company has shifted its strategy to prioritize Los Lirios after divesting from other projects, amidst rising antimony prices driven by demand in critical sectors. Need More Context? 🔎

Middlesex Pride, founded by Sharan Dhaliwal in 2019 to provide LGBTQ+ representation, faces potential cancellation due to funding issues, with only £1,500 raised of the £8,000 needed. This financial struggle reflects a broader trend, as many UK Pride events, including Liverpool Pride, are also being canceled, highlighting the urgent need for support for grassroots LGBTQ+ initiatives. Need More Context? 🔎

The UK Attorney General Richard Hermer has raised concerns about the legality of Israel's actions in Iran, complicating the UK's potential involvement in the Iran-Israel conflict. If deemed unlawful, UK support for Israel or the US in military actions against Iran would be restricted, especially unless UK personnel are targeted, potentially impacting the broader trans-Atlantic relationship. Need More Context? 🔎