Fed holds rates steady, takes less confident view on inflation

Chelsea have signed England midfielder Keira Walsh from Barcelona on a four-and-a-half-year deal. The 27-year-old, who previously played for Manchester City, has joined Chelsea to bolster their midfield as they aim to win the Women's Champions League. Walsh's move was completed just before the Women's Super League transfer deadline, and she is excited to be back in England and close to family. Full Article

In a tragic incident over the Potomac River, an Army Black Hawk helicopter collided with an American Airlines jetliner, resulting in the deaths of all 64 passengers on the flight and the three individuals on the helicopter. The crash, which occurred near Washington, D.C.'s Reagan National Airport, is under investigation with questions arising about the altitude of the military helicopter and data from flight recorders being analyzed to determine the cause of the collision. The...

Greek authorities in Athens arrested a suspect accused of selling ancient Greek artifacts through online auctions in multiple countries, including the US, UK, Canada, Australia, and Italy. The suspect, a woman of foreign nationality, was found in possession of pottery fragments, figurine pieces, and a statuette of a satyr. She is facing charges for trafficking antiquities, which could result in up to two years in prison under Greek law. Full Article

Israel's ban on UNRWA's humanitarian work in Palestinian territory puts the ceasefire at risk, with UNRWA warning of disastrous consequences. The agency has provided aid to Palestinian refugees for decades but is now facing severe restrictions from Israel, impacting vital services in Gaza. Despite international concerns and condemnation, Israel has enforced the ban, jeopardizing UNRWA's operations and risking further humanitarian crisis in the region. Full Article

Canadian diplomats are meeting with the Trump team at Mar-a-Lago to discuss tariffs, as 'Shark Tank' star Kevin O'Leary suggests removing the U.S.-Canada border and calls for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to resign. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed that President Trump will impose tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China starting Saturday, citing the illegal fentanyl invasion. Trudeau is prepared for tariffs but Leavitt believes it won't lead to a trade war, with Trump...

Canada is a key ally and trading partner of the United States, but President Trump has threatened to impose a 25% tariff on imports from Canada, which could lead to higher prices for U.S. consumers. Despite Trump's criticism of Canada's trade practices, the Canadian ambassador emphasizes the importance of finding common ground and maintaining a strong relationship between the two countries. The future of trade relations between the U.S. and Canada remains uncertain as both...