Trump joins Elon Musk in opposing House GOP's government funding bill

The Bank of Japan kept its benchmark interest rate steady at 0.25%, citing the need to evaluate the impact of financial and foreign exchange markets on the country's economic activity and prices. The decision surprised economists who had anticipated a 25 basis point hike, leading to a 0.3% weakening of the yen against the dollar and a 0.74% decline in the Nikkei 225 stock index. The central bank noted a split 8-1 decision, with board...

Airstrikes hit Yemen's capital Sanaa after a Houthi missile targeted Israel, with no clear confirmation of the attacker. American forces have targeted the Houthis in response to Red Sea attacks, while Israel intercepted a missile from Yemen. The Houthis have targeted ships to end Israel's conflict with Hamas, leading to casualties and tensions in the region. Full Article

Turkiye's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan denied Donald Trump's claim that the toppling of Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad was an "unfriendly takeover" by Turkiye, emphasizing that it was the will of the Syrian people. Fidan expressed concerns about the YPG as a threat to Turkiye, calling for an end to Western support for the group. He also noted Turkiye's recognition of the new Syrian administration and called for the delisting of the HTS group from the...

Nasim, a 36-year-old hairdresser arrested after protests in Iran, endured solitary confinement and torture in Evin prison, where she was threatened with execution and interrogated for hours daily. Alongside other women, including Rezvaneh, arrested for activism, they faced harsh conditions in overcrowded cells, with minimal amenities and basic meals. Despite the hardships, the women formed bonds, fought for women's rights, and even experienced unexpected moments, such as Rezvaneh discovering she was pregnant while incarcerated. Full...

Fox News host Sean Hannity criticizes House Republicans for the stopgap funding bill aimed at avoiding a government shutdown, citing the rising national debt exceeding $36 trillion. The bill, over 1,500 pages, includes excessive spending on pet projects, such as a new bridge in Baltimore and pay increases for members of Congress. Hannity calls for a return to constitutional order amidst what he deems unacceptable work by lawmakers. Full Article

Australian comedian Stephanie Broadbridge faced legal threats from Olympic breakdancer Rachael ‘Raygun’ Gunn over her musical homage show, leading to its cancellation. Broadbridge issued an apology for any hurt caused and rebranded the show as ‘Breaking: The Musical’ without using Raygun’s name or likeness. The revamped show will continue with performances in Adelaide, Melbourne, and Sydney, focusing on a fictional retelling of Australian history based on internet research. Full Article