How Trump's foreign policy is reshaping the world order

Japanese government bond yields surged on Thursday, with the 10-year JGB yield reaching its highest level since June 2009, as global bond sell-off pressure was cited by experts. The 10-year JGB yield rose by nearly 8 basis points to surpass 1.5%, while the 30-year bond yield increased by 13 basis points to breach the 2.5% mark for the first time since 2008. Masahiko Loo, a senior fixed income strategist at State Street Global Advisors, noted...

Protesters in Athens clashed with police, launching gasoline bombs and fireworks outside the parliament in renewed calls for accountability following a 2023 rail disaster that killed 57 people. The clashes occurred after opposition parties challenged the government with a no-confidence motion, sparked by a general strike and mass protests marking the tragedy's anniversary. Despite the motion, Prime Minister Mitsotakis dismissed it as a political stunt and stated that it poses no threat to his government,...

Hunter Biden's legal team filed a motion to drop his lawsuit against ex-White House aide Garrett Ziegler due to financial issues, citing a significant decrease in income and millions of dollars in debt. Biden, who experienced personal setbacks including being a victim of wildfires in Los Angeles, mentioned difficulties finding a new home and job. Despite earning nearly $1.5 million from selling artwork, Biden's income has decreased, impacting his ability to pay off debt and...

FIFA World Cup will introduce a halftime show for the 2026 final game at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, following the footsteps of the Super Bowl. President Gianni Infantino confirmed the news on Instagram, stating it would be a historic moment for the event. Coldplay's Chris Martin and Phil Harvey will assist in selecting performers. The halftime show will likely generate buzz on a global scale, as seen in recent Super Bowl performances. Full Article

The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) near the Giza pyramids is set to open fully on July 3, showcasing over 100,000 artefacts, including Tutankhamun's treasures and a towering Ramses II statue. President al-Sisi has invited world leaders to attend the ceremony, with plans for a multi-day celebration. With state-of-the-art technology, the museum aims to attract five million visitors annually, boosting Egypt's tourism industry and economy. Full Article

James (Jim) Grenon, a Canadian billionaire residing in New Zealand, has acquired a significant shareholding in NZME and proposed to remove current directors and appoint new ones, with support from 37% of shareholders. Grenon's previous ventures, The Centrist and NZNE, focus on trans rights, Treaty coverage, and vaccine issues, challenging mainstream news agendas. This move has caused fear and instability within NZME, raising concerns about the future direction of the media company under Grenon's influence....