CDK Global, a major software provider for thousands of car dealerships across North America, plans to pay tens of millions of dollars in ransom after a cyberattack severely disrupted operations. The hacking group, believed to be based in Eastern Europe, has demanded...
Netanyahu Signals Shift in Military Focus from Gaza to Lebanon Amid Intensifying Conflict
Tel Aviv, June 24, 2024 — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced Sunday that the "intense phase of the war with Hamas in Gaza is about to end," hinting at a strategic shift in military focus towards Israel’s northern border with Lebanon. This development...
EURO2024: Germany’s Late Equalizer Secures Group A Top Spot; Hungary’s Dramatic Win Keeps Knockout Hopes Alive
Frankfurt, June 24, 2024 - Germany clinched a 1-1 draw against Switzerland with a stoppage-time goal on Sunday, ensuring they topped Group A at Euro 2024. Both Germany and Switzerland advanced to the knockout stages of the tournament, with Germany finishing on seven...
EU Tariffs on China Not a ‘Punishment,’ Says German Economy Minister
Germany’s Economy Minister Robert Habeck, during a visit to Beijing, emphasized that proposed European Union tariffs on Chinese goods are not intended as a punishment. This visit marks the first by a senior European official since the EU proposed substantial duties on...
Extinction Rebellion Protest Delays Final Round of KLM Open
The fourth and final round of the KLM Open in Badhoevedorp faced delays on Sunday due to a protest by Extinction Rebellion (XR). Activists blocked access to The International golf club, the venue for the Netherlands' premier golf tournament, in a demonstration against...
Robert Whittaker Triumphs Over Ikram Aliskerov at UFC Fight Night in Saudi Arabia
In a bold display of readiness and skill, Robert Whittaker knocked out Ikram Aliskerov just 1 minute and 49 seconds into their middleweight main event at UFC Fight Night. The event marked the UFC's inaugural trip to Saudi Arabia, aiming to rival Las Vegas as the...
Dressel and Ledecky Shine at U.S. Olympic Swimming Trials, Douglass Impresses
Caeleb Dressel secured his second individual race for the Paris Olympics, reaffirming his status as one of the top swimmers in the world after his stellar performance at the last Olympics. Meanwhile, Katie Ledecky continued her dominance, and Kate Douglass emerged as...
PVV Ministerial Candidates Defend Use of Controversial Terms
Prospective ministers and junior ministers from the PVV party are under intense scrutiny for their support of far-right policies and controversial terminology ahead of their swearing-in ceremony in early July. The parliamentary questioning has particularly focused on...
Philippines Declines to Invoke Defense Treaty with U.S. After Chinese Incident at Disputed Shoal
On Friday, the Philippines announced it will not invoke its mutual defense treaty with the United States following a violent altercation with the Chinese coast guard at the contested Second Thomas Shoal. The incident saw Chinese personnel reportedly ramming, boarding,...
Venezuelan Opposition Leader Warns Only Massive Fraud Can Prevent Victory
Venezuela’s prominent opposition leader, María Corina Machado, is vigorously campaigning for the upcoming presidential election on July 28, despite being banned from standing for president, restricted from domestic flights, and facing restaurant closures if they serve...