Trump signs order establishing a sovereign wealth fund that he says could buy TikTok

In Uttar Pradesh, India, Al Jazeera uncovered a troubling market where rape videos are sold for as little as Rs 20 (30 cents). These videos often feature identifiable victims and are used to blackmail them, discouraging them from reporting the crimes. Local shopkeepers, despite being aware of the issue, claim ignorance to authorities, while police officials express unfamiliarity with the existence of such videos, highlighting a significant societal and governmental failure to address sexual violence...

A 19-year-old Kansas City resident, Owen McIntire, was arrested for allegedly setting fire to Tesla vehicles at a dealership on March 17, while home for spring break. He faces federal charges for unlawful possession of a destructive device and malicious damage by fire, with prosecutors emphasizing the severity of the attack, which caused significant damage. This incident follows another arrest related to arson against Tesla properties, reflecting a troubling trend of vandalism against the company...

The NSW Waratahs faced a disheartening 28-14 loss to the Fijian Drua in Lautoka, marking their ninth consecutive away defeat, a record low since 1996-97. Despite a promising win against the Chiefs, the Waratahs struggled physically, conceding significant possession and territory, and were hampered by injuries to key players, including skipper Jake Gordon. Although they mounted a second-half comeback, they ultimately fell short, missing a bonus point after a late penalty try, leaving them at...

Iran's chief negotiator, Abbas Araqchi, expressed optimism about reaching a nuclear agreement with the U.S. during upcoming talks in Rome, contingent on realistic demands from Washington. Despite this, Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, tempered expectations, while U.S. President Donald Trump emphasized the importance of preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. The negotiations face challenges, including Iran's insistence on its right to enrich uranium and concerns from the UN nuclear watchdog about Iran's proximity to...

SINGAPORE: Law and Home Affairs Minister K Shanmugam announced that four new candidates may join the People’s Action Party (PAP) slate for Nee Soon GRC in the upcoming General Election. The potential candidates include Dr Syed Harun Alhabsyi, Ms Goh Hanyan, Mr Jackson Lam, and Ms Lee Hui Ying, though their official status will be confirmed later. The announcement comes as speculation arises that current MPs may not stand for re-election, with the official slate...

The writer is a managing director at Frontline Analysts and the author of The Unaccountability MachineGlobal bank supervisors are cautioning about heightened geopolitical risks while facing their own regulatory challenges, notably the delayed implementation of Basel III endgame reforms. With significant postponements in the EU and UK and uncertainty from the US, there are doubts about global cooperation in banking standards, which are already complex and outdated. As historical relationships among central bankers fade, banking...