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Bribes, Arrests and Police Scandal Shake New York City

June 25, 2026

Frank Carone, who once ran the office of former Mayor Eric Adams, was taken into custody early Monday after federal agents seized his house. Investigators say he accepted money routed through his brother, Anthony Carone, linked to a contract that turned a hotel into a homeless shelter. The same br

politics

Australia Faces Rising Security Challenges

June 25, 2026

Australia’s security situation is getting tougher, warns the head of its spy agency. He says threats come from many places: strict governments, hackers, and hate groups that target Jewish people. The official notes that the country’s terrorism level is still called “probable, ” but this label

business

Farmers Fight for More Money as Energy Prices Rise

June 25, 2026

President Trump has asked lawmakers to give farmers an extra $11 billion because fuel and fertilizer costs have shot up since the conflict with Iran began. The request would add to $12 billion already handed out this year, helping a sector that is struggling with high production expenses and low cro

politics

New Faces Taking Charge in EU’s Security and Diplomacy Push

June 25, 2026

The European Union is making big changes to its top security and diplomacy roles, bringing in fresh leadership as global tensions rise. A former Dutch defence chief, Kajsa Ollongren, will soon lead the EU’s diplomatic service, starting in September. Ollongren, who previously shaped Dutch military po

business

Why brands sometimes win by being in the right place at the right time

June 25, 2026

Brands don’t just throw messages at people and hope for the best anymore. They try to fit into everyday life without feeling forced. Sometimes this works when they notice what people are already talking about. Take Walmart, for example. The company realized soccer wasn’t getting much attention from

crime

How the U. S. Shaped Global Crime

June 24, 2026

The story of organized crime in America is tangled with immigration, politics, and media. In the late 1800s a mob in New Orleans shot eleven Italians after a police chief was killed. That event sparked fear that newcomers brought “tongs” and other violent cultures. When the 1920s came, alcohol

technology

Tesla Crash Probe Highlights Safety Questions

June 24, 2026

The U. S. auto safety agency has begun a special inquiry after a Tesla Model 3, equipped with its automated driving mode, struck a house in Texas and killed a 76‑year‑old woman. The incident happened near Houston on Friday, where the vehicle was reportedly traveling at high speed. The driver claime

business

Rio Tinto’s Lithium Push: A New Chapter in Mining

June 24, 2026

Rio Tinto is turning its focus to lithium, the fastest growing part of its business. The company has been working hard to bring new lithium projects online after prices fell sharply because of too many supplies from China. The drop in prices caused many workers to lose their jobs, but the market is

entertainment

Redford‑Inspired Award Highlights Eco‑Stories in Indie Films

June 24, 2026

Film Independent has teamed up with the Redford Center to create a new prize that pays tribute to late filmmaker Robert Redford. The award, called the Robert Redford Environmental Vision Award, will reward a single American narrative film or television show that tackles environmental topics in an im

religion

What’s Really Happening in Texas Schools Over Bible Lessons?

June 24, 2026

Texas is mixing religion into its school lessons in a big way. A new plan wants kids as young as six to read Bible verses regularly. The state says this helps students understand American culture and laws. But not everyone agrees. Some leaders have gone too far with their words. One even called Tex