Markets could get a lot worse — and quickly

Temperatures in New Zealand are expected to drop to single digits as southerly winds replace the current showery weather. MetService forecasts that while the North Island will experience some showers, they will taper off and remain mainly in the eastern and southern regions, with similar easing conditions anticipated in the South Island. Want More Context? 🔎

Barcelona will feature "DR Congo - Heart of Africa" on their training shirts from next season, following a four-year partnership with the Democratic Republic of Congo valued at €44 million. While the government defends the deal as a means to promote tourism and sports, critics raise concerns about prioritizing national football league funding amidst ongoing human rights issues and conflict in the region. Want More Context? 🔎

From successful Oval Office meeting to uncertain talks - here's what's happening with CanadaCanada's Prime Minister has faced challenges in trade negotiations with the U.S., highlighted by his earlier success in engaging President Trump. Despite a positive start, recent developments indicate increased tensions, including potential tariff hikes and differing stances on issues like recognizing a Palestinian state, complicating the path to a trade agreement. Want More Context? 🔎

The legal battle over President Trump's tariff powers is intensifying as small businesses challenge his authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, arguing that the law does not explicitly permit tariffs and that trade deficits do not constitute an "unusual and extraordinary threat." The case, VOS Selections v Trump, will be heard by the US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, potentially setting precedents for Trump's tariffs, including those imposed on Brazil based...

The US imposed sanctions on the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) and Palestinian Authority (PA), citing their failure to meet commitments and jeopardizing Middle East peace. The sanctions include visa denials for PLO and PA members, stemming from violations of the PLO Commitments Compliance Act and the Middle East Peace Commitments Act, including actions viewed as supporting terrorism and undermining international resolutions. Want More Context? 🔎

Vladimir Putin is planning to invest £830 billion over the next decade to rearm Russia, signaling preparations for a large-scale conflict, according to Kyrylo Budanov, head of Ukraine’s intelligence. He emphasized that Russia aims to reshape the global order by increasing military spending significantly and adopting a total mobilization strategy to challenge existing security structures. Want More Context? 🔎