USA

Markets

Apple tops Nvidia as world's most valuable company

Apple, which does not develop its own large language models, has gone from being seen as a laggard in the AI race to being rewarded by investors for its cautious approach and strong iPhone sales.

17/07/2026

USA

World Cup organisers 'monitoring' wildfire smoke ahead of final

Officials in many cities urged residents to stay indoors or wear masks outside as air quality reached unhealthy to hazardous levels, meaning it posed a health risk to everyone,

17/07/2026

Health news

How to protect yourself from wildfire smoke

Health experts are urging people to take precautions as wildfire smoke from Canada blankets New York City. They recommend limiting time outdoors, wearing a properly fitted N95 mask when necessary, keeping windows closed and using HEPA air purifiers to reduce exposure.

17/07/2026

USA

Watch: US Navy Blue Angels' low flyover leaves beachgoers stunned

US Navy Blue Angels jets flew low over a crowded Florida beach, startling beachgoers as chairs and tents were blown away and children covered their ears. The dramatic flyover sparked renewed debate over the safety of low-altitude military demonstrations.

17/07/2026

Business

Trump Media to sell faster access to key market-moving social posts

Customers will receive posts from Truth Social’s “most influential accounts” in milliseconds through a service aimed at financial institutions and professional traders. The feed could include Donald Trump’s market-moving posts, although the company has not confirmed which accounts will be covered.

17/07/2026

USA

Trump revives election interference claims during address to nation

The US president said he would declassify intelligence data that revealed China had illicitly acquired 220 million US voter files. Trump's claim contradicts reviews that have found no evidence of significant interference in the 2020 election.

17/07/2026

USA

Trump teleprompter operator suspended over speech betting allegations

US media had reported that Gabriel Perez, who has been operating Trump’s teleprompter since 2016, used his inside knowledge to win more than $100,000 (€85,900) betting on what the president would say in big speeches.

16/07/2026

Europe News

UK calls for FIFA probe into Argentina over World Cup Falklands banner

During post-match celebrations Wednesday in Atlanta, Argentine players held a banner handed over by fans, reading “Las Malvinas son Argentinas” — “The Malvinas are Argentine.”

16/07/2026

USA

Argentina defeat England 2-1 in World Cup semi-final

The defending champions' victory means they will face Spain, who defeated France on Tuesday, in Sunday's final in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

16/07/2026

USA

Trump urges ICE to continue traffic stops after fatal shootings

At least 10 people have been killed during immigration operations since the start of the Trump administration's mass deportation campaign, including four during vehicle stops.

15/07/2026

Culture news

Biden to publish 'Promise Me, America' memoir after US midterms

The memoir will be released two weeks after the US midterm elections, a timing that could spark debate among Democrats, who remain divided over Biden's legacy and his decision to seek a second White House term.

15/07/2026

USA

One dead and three missing after boat sinks near Alcatraz Island

Authorities did not know if the boat was headed to Alcatraz, a major tourist attraction, where shuttered buildings of the famous former prison still stand.

15/07/2026

Sport

Spain knock out France to reach 2026 World Cup final

Spain beat France 2-0 with goals from Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro and will contest the World Cup final against the winner of England v Argentina.

14/07/2026

No Comment

French and Spanish fans pack Texas streets ahead World Cup semi-final

French and Spanish fans flooded Arlington’s streets ahead the World Cup semi-final, with the winners to meet England or Argentina.

14/07/2026

USA

Trump says US probing Iranian drones in Cuba: 'We will deal with it'

The US president said his administration is checking whether Tehran stores drones and missiles on the island and warned Washington will act if confirmed, but he offered no proof or details about the alleged weapons.

14/07/2026

USA

Trump watches IndyCar pit stop at the White House

President Donald Trump watched an IndyCar pit stop demonstration at the White House as he promoted the inaugural Freedom 250 Grand Prix, a race set to take place around Washington's National Mall next month.

14/07/2026

USA

EU says threats against ICC 'unacceptable' as US targets court

The Trump administration said it would pressure other countries to withdraw from the court, marking a sharp escalation in the US effort to isolate the Hague-based institution.

14/07/2026

Sport

Haaland look-alike contest draws fans in Miami

A look-alike contest celebrating Norway striker Erling Haaland drew crowds in downtown Miami ahead of the World Cup quarter-final against England. The event was organised by content creator Emma Kate Willman after she went viral on social media over her resemblance to the football star.

12/07/2026

USA

US Senator Lindsey Graham dies after 'brief and sudden illness'

Graham, a prominent Republican voice on foreign policy, had recently returned from Ukraine, where he met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv.

12/07/2026

Tech News

What to know about Apple's trade secrets lawsuit against OpenAI

A spokesperson for OpenAI said in a statement: "We have no interest in other companies' trade secrets."

11/07/2026

USA

Trump threatens to 'decimate' Iran, a day after saying talks back on

"1,000 missiles are locked and loaded and aimed at the Islamic Republic of Iran," Trump wrote on social media.

11/07/2026

USA

Crews drain Lincoln Memorial pool again as part of troubled revamp

Trump directed that the bottom be painted what he called “American flag blue” but problems began quickly after the initial work was finished.

10/07/2026

USA

Palm Beach airport renamed President Donald J. Trump International

Since returning to the White House, Trump has taken repeated measures to put his name and image in official spaces, an abrupt break with American political tradition.

09/07/2026

Tech News

News outlets seek sanctions against OpenAI in copyright battle

OpenAI has been "hiding and destroying evidence" of how it trained ChatGPT on copyrighted news content, US media organisations allege as legal costs in the landmark copyright battle top $28 million.

09/07/2026

Space

Artemis II crew reunites with Orion after record-breaking Moon mission

What comes next for NASA’s Artemis missions after a historic lunar fly-around?

09/07/2026

Sport

France vs Morocco: More than just a quarterfinal

Les Bleus last faced the Atlas Lions in the 2022 World Cup semifinals, where France managed to edge Morocco, the tournament's surprise package, in a 2-0 win.

09/07/2026