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- StandardSummaries onlyParamount deal, Germany elections, AI at the UN (Updated)
Published Sep 21, 2026
Paramount reaches a deal with California and 11 other states suing it, setting up what would be one of the largest media mergers in history. AI is on the agenda at this year's UN General Assembly. And Germany's far-right AfD tops a second election in a month.
- StandardSummaries onlyIran-US threats, Germany elections and AI at the UN
Published Sep 21, 2026
The US and Iran trade threats as Houthi attacks escalate. AI is on the agenda at this week's UN General Assembly. Anthropic sets up a biology lab as it ramps up its AI drug program. And Germany's far-right AfD tops a second election in a month. Podcasts, breaking news, and video analysis from the source. Download the Reuters app here. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast here
- StandardSummaries onlyHouthis target Saudi, Moscow drone attack and Ed Sheeran
Published Sep 20, 2026
Yemen's Houthis said they attacked "sensitive" sites in the Saudi capital Riyadh with missiles and drones. Ukraine launches its largest drone attack yet on Moscow as Russians vote in parliamentary elections. The White House denies access to journalists from CNN, MS NOW and Politico. And Ed Sheeran calls Israel's treatment of Gazans "unjustifiable". Podcasts, breaking news, and video analysis from the source. Download the Reuters app here. Listen to the Morn
- StandardSummaries onlyGoogle AI hack, Greenland, Germany's leader and Mbappe
Published Sep 19, 2026
Gemini hacks three companies in first known breakout by Google's AI. The US and Denmark reach a deal on Greenland. Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz is under pressure as the far-right looks set to top the polls in another state election. And, French soccer star Kylian Mbappe drops Nike for Swiss sportswear brand On. Podcasts, breaking news, and video analysis from the source. Download the Reuters app here. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast
- StandardSummaries onlySaudi's isolation, measles outbreak and drugs in space
Published Sep 18, 2026
China is pressing Iran to rein in the Houthis as they close in on one of the world's most critical shipping lanes, as Saudi Arabia finds itself increasingly exposed and isolated. Pennsylvania is battling a measles outbreak and the CDC over how to count the deaths. And as the International Space Station winds down, drugmakers want to head into orbit. Podcasts, breaking news, and video analysis from the source. Download the Reuters app here. Listen to the Morning
- StandardSummaries onlyFed hike fallout, Carney in Europe, space weapons and testosterone
Published Sep 17, 2026
US President Donald Trump lashes out at the Federal Reserve after his pick, Kevin Warsh, backs a rate hike. Canada and Europe forge a new alliance. The US admits it's got weapons in space in remarks aimed at deterring Russia and China. And scientists look at testosterone use in menopausal women. Podcasts, breaking news, and video analysis from the source. Download the Reuters app here. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast
- StandardSummaries onlyAI leaders divided, Kennedy Center, Montana and Lebanon
Published Sep 16, 2026
Top AI leaders are split over how fast to push development as safety fears clash with the race to stay ahead. The Kennedy Center goes dark and U.S. President Donald Trump threatens to pull the plug on a $257 million renovation. Montana pushes to ban corporate cash in elections. UN peacekeepers prepare to exit Lebanon, leaving residents anxious about what fills the void. And markets brace for a Fed interest rate decision. Podcasts, breaking news, and video analysis from the source.
- StandardSummaries onlyTrump's mail-in voting defeat, self-improving AI and possible rate hike
Published Sep 15, 2026
The Supreme Court hands U.S. President Donald Trump a defeat on mail-in voting. Researchers sound the alarm over AI that can improve itself. The Fed looks set to raise rates, putting new chair Kevin Warsh on a collision course with Trump. Houthi forces push further into Yemen as Saudi Arabia asks for help Washington won't give. And a look at the winners and the losers at the Emmys. Podcasts, breaking news, and video analysis from the source. Download the Reuters app here.
- StandardSummaries onlySlowing AI, Reform UK donations and Sweden's election
Published Sep 14, 2026
Tech giants want to pump the brakes on AI, but U.S. President Donald Trump shrugs off fears and says a slowdown means China wins. Two crypto investors pour nearly $100 million into Reform UK - the biggest donation in British political history. Hopes of a diplomatic breakthrough in the Strait of Hormuz fade as talks are postponed. And Sweden's center-left opposition looks set to win the election. Podcasts, breaking news, and video analysis from the source. Download the Reuters app he
- StandardSummaries onlyAI slowdown, Trump's Houthi problem, Irish unity and the US Open
Published Sep 13, 2026
Top tech chiefs Dario Amodei, Sam Altman and Elon Musk call for a slowdown in AI model development as concerns grow over the technology's existential risks. The Houthis' advance in the Red Sea puts Donald Trump in a bind. Trump's comments on Irish unity causes a stir. And Elena Rybakina captures her first U.S. Open title. Podcasts, breaking news, and video analysis from the source. Download the Reuters app here. Watch the latest On Assignment: Under siege in the West Bank
- StandardSummaries onlySaudi pipeline, Trump in Ireland and Celine in Paris
Published Sep 12, 2026
Saudi Arabia shuts a major oil pipeline after multiple attacks. Plans to turn a former Syrian military airport into a private jet hub spark concerns over suspected mass graves. U.S. President Donald Trump spends the weekend at his Irish golf resort. Plus, Celine Dion returns to the stage in Paris after a six-year break. Podcasts, breaking news, and video analysis from the source. Download the Reuters app here. Watch the latest On Assignment: Under siege in the West Bank L
- StandardSummaries onlyAmerica remembers 9/11, Vance and Uganda's succession drama
Published Sep 11, 2026
America marks the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks. U.S. President JD Vance takes center stage in Dallas. Plus a TV anchor and mysterious heir: the succession drama gripping the Ugandan kingdom of Tooro. Podcasts, breaking news, and video analysis from the source. Download the Reuters app here. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast here. Sign up for the Reuters Econ
- StandardSummaries onlyAI's doomsday warning, Trump's $5,000 'dividend' and submarine drones
Published Sep 10, 2026
Anthropic researchers warn AI could wipe out humanity within the decade. President Donald Trump promises every American adult a $5,000 payout if Republicans hold onto Congress in the midterms. Iran's capture of a U.S. underwater drone shows how central they've become in modern warfare. And Apple drops its first foldable iPhone with a $1,999 price tag. Podcasts, breaking news, and video analysis from the source. Download the Reuters app here. Listen to the Morning Bid podcas
- StandardSummaries onlyIran escalation, GOP convention, Equatorial Guinea and Venezuela's migrants
Published Sep 9, 2026
The U.S.-Iran war escalates as tit-for-tat strikes push oil over $100 a barrel. Republicans try something new - a convention before the midterms as President Trump looks to fire up voters ahead of November. Equatorial Guinea police pull guns on migrants deported from the U.S. And the Trump administration sets its sights on Venezuela's mineral wealth. 📲 Podcasts, breaking news, and video analysis from the source. Download the Reuters app here. Listen to the Morning Bid podcas
- StandardSummaries onlyHouthi attacks, UK's Israeli West Bank goods ban and foldable phones
Published Sep 8, 2026
Houthi attacks disrupt Saudi energy facilities and injure dozens in the Kingdom. The UK is set to announce a trade ban on goods made in Israeli West Bank settlements. Europe pledges over $230 million to Greenland as it vies for influence in the Arctic. Germany's far-right AfD falls short of a majority in Saxony-Anhalt and faces messy coalition talks. And Huawei drops a luxury foldable smartphone just days before Apple is expected to enter the foldable market. 📲 Podcasts, breaking news, and vide
- StandardSummaries onlyAfD win, Ukraine, glacier blankets and horse smuggling
Published Sep 7, 2026
Germany's far-right AfD wins in Saxony-Anhalt, edging closer to state-level power for the first time since World War Two. U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner talk up "new ideas" after shuttling between Moscow and Kyiv, but as winter closes in, hope on the streets wears thin. Rescuers pull a 64-year-old woman alive from the Nepal glacier disaster. Swiss researchers test sheep's wool blankets to slow Alpine glacier melt. And on the Texas-Mexico border, horse smugglers wade the Rio Grande,
- StandardSummaries onlyUkraine talks, Huckabee, space wars and French butter
Published Sep 6, 2026
U.S. envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff make their first Kyiv visit as part of a new Ukraine war peace push. U.S. ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, visits a Palestinian town in the occupied West Bank that has been the target of settler attacks. Militaries prepare for potential future conflicts in space. Hollywood bids farewell to a blockbuster summer. And a new Parisian boutique spreads the word on luxury butter. 📲 Podcasts, breaking news, and video analysis from the source. Downl
- StandardSummaries onlyKharg Island, OpenAI agents, Germany's election and the return of CDs
Published Sep 5, 2026
Explosions near Iran's Kharg Island oil terminal fuel uncertainty over reported tanker strikes. Sources say the White House reviewed potential successors to Deputy Defense Secretary Steve Feinberg. New research raises fresh questions about AI oversight after OpenAI agents used a German website to communicate without authorization. Germany's AfD eyes a potentially historic election result. And compact discs make as uprising comeback. 📲 Podcasts, breaking news, and video analysis from the source.
- StandardSummaries onlyNepal rescue, Nvidia's bet and Texas vs big tech
Published Sep 4, 2026
Two men are pulled out alive from a flooded tunnel in Nepal, nine days after a deadly flood. The U.S. investigates an airstrike Iranian officials say hit a wedding party, as Reuters analysis points to an American munition. Nvidia makes one of its biggest moves ever, buying AI platform Hugging Face for nearly $13 billion. And in Texas, Republican leaders are turning against the AI data centers they once championed. 📲 Podcasts, breaking news, and video analysis from the source. Download the
- StandardSummaries onlyIran midterms impact, Xi in Egypt and Denmark's Greenland conscripts
Published Sep 3, 2026
Top aides to President Donald Trump want to keep a lid on Iran war escalations ahead of the midterms. Chinese President Xi Jinping visits Egypt for the first time in a decade and makes a play to deepen Beijing's foothold in the region. Trump's pledge to get U.S. finances under control falls flat, creating a looming fiscal crunch. And Denmark deploys conscripts to Greenland for the first time in recent history. 📲 Podcasts, breaking news, and video analysis from the source. Download the Reute
- StandardSummaries onlyUS-Iran escalation, bond rout and Venezuela oil
Published Sep 2, 2026
The U.S. and Iran exchange the most significant attacks in weeks, with Washington threatening further escalation. Global bonds extend a rout that is raising borrowing costs to multi-decade highs. And the Trump administration pushes back against criticism of an oil deal with Venezuela. 📲 Podcasts, breaking news, and video analysis from the source. Download the Reuters app here. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast here
- StandardSummaries onlyDriscoll out, Trump's Iran post, Shein and the left's Black voter hurdle
Published Sep 1, 2026
U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is leaving after months of tension with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. President Trump's post about attacking Iran's Kharg Island blurs the line between social media and foreign policy. Shein has a rocky Hong Kong stock market debut. And Democratic socialists are winning primaries, but Black voters remain a tough sell. 📲 Podcasts, breaking news, and video analysis from the source. Download the Reuters app here. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast
- StandardSummaries onlyUS-Iran strikes, Meta's AI layoff plan, and bear break-ins
Published Aug 31, 2026
The U.S. and Iran exchange fire for the first time in weeks. Finance ministers from the G20 group of major economies meet today in North Carolina. A Reuters investigation looks at how a plan for Meta to replace staff with AI imploded. And bears are breaking into houses looking for food in the drought-stricken American West. 📲 Podcasts, breaking news, and video analysis from the source. Download the Reuters app here. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast he
- StandardSummaries onlyChina-Nepal rescues, Swiss shooting, Milo Yiannopoulos and Iceland
Published Aug 30, 2026
China warns of "unprecedented" difficulties in rescues after the cross-border mudslide with Nepal. At least one person dies after a shooting at a rave party in Switzerland. Far-right commentator Milo Yiannopoulos is deported back to the UK. And Icelanders vote to stay out of the European Union. 📲 Podcasts, breaking news, and video analysis from the source. Download the Reuters app here. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast here
- StandardSummaries onlyNepal, Warsh signals Fed need to hike and GLP-1 men
Published Aug 29, 2026
Nepal says it could need up to $5 billion to rebuild after catastrophic floods killed more than 600 people. Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh signals the Fed may need to raise interest rates if inflation remains stubbornly high. And plastic surgeons report growing demand from men who have lost weight using GLP-1 drug. 📲 Podcasts, breaking news, and video analysis from the source. Download the Reuters app here. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast
- StandardSummaries onlySix months of Iran war, Nepal and 'Lake America'
Published Aug 28, 2026
Six months into the war in Iran, all sides face a costly stalemate. Iranians tell Reuters about the price they are paying for the conflict and our correspondents unpack the fallout for U.S. President Donald Trump and the government in Tehran. Plus, rescue efforts in Nepal and China are at risk from more flooding, and Lake Ontario gets the Trump rebrand treatment. 📲 Podcasts, breaking news, and video analysis from the source. Download the Reuters app here. Listen
- StandardSummaries onlyNepal flood, Meta settlement, Nvidia and Nigeria
Published Aug 27, 2026
Rescuers in Nepal search for survivors after a devastating flash flood. Meta agrees to pay $18 billion to settle U.S. lawsuits over children's social media addiction. Nvidia forecasts 70% sales growth next year. And Nigeria searches for hundreds kidnapped from a mosque. 📲 Podcasts, breaking news, and video analysis from the source. Download the Reuters app here. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast here
- StandardSummaries onlyDolly Parton, Darline Graham, Canada and Ukraine's 'kill zone'
Published Aug 26, 2026
Tributes pour in for singer Dolly Parton, who has died aged 80. Darline Graham, sister of Lindsey Graham, wins the Republican primary runoff in South Carolina for the U.S. Senate. Canada slaps retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods as President Donald Trump threatens to rename Lxake Ontario "Lake America". And how a Ukrainian commander sped through the 'kill zone' to save wounded troops. 📲 Podcasts, breaking news, and video analysis from the source. Download the Reuters app here.
- StandardSummaries onlyIran sanctions expansion, H-1B visas and Ukraine's Independence Day
Published Aug 25, 2026
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announces new measures targeting Iran's financial connections around the globe. The Trump administration moves to codify an unprecedented fee of more than $100,000 on new H-1B visas. European leaders pledge further military support for Ukraine on the country's Independence Day. And electric vehicle sales soar in Europe - but not in America. 📲 Podcasts, breaking news, and video analysis from the source. Download the Reuters app here.
- StandardSummaries only'Economic D-Day', Canada tariffs and Tesla recall
Published Aug 24, 2026
The U.S. threatens "economic D-Day" for Iran and its trading partners. Canada and the U.S. risk a trade war with tit-for-tat tariffs. Tesla and other automakers are recalling over 4 million vehicles in China. And how cyclosporiasis is impacting farmers, even in locations where there hasn't been an outbreak. 📲 Podcasts, breaking news, and video analysis from the source. Download the Reuters app here. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast here
- StandardSummaries onlyCanada retaliates, robot runners and Ebola spread
Published Aug 23, 2026
Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney promises "dollar for dollar" tariffs on some U.S. goods in retaliation for 50% levies ordered by President Donald Trump. A Chinese-made humanoid robot beats Usain Bolt's 100m world record. IndyCar’s Freedom 250 Grand Prix will zoom through Washington, DC. And the UN warns over the rapid spread of Ebola. 📲 Podcasts, breaking news, and video analysis from the source. Download the Reuters app here. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast
- StandardSummaries onlyTrump tariffs hit Canada, ballroom reprieve, Stars and Stripes and Somali piracy
Published Aug 22, 2026
New U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods take effect as Quebec's separatist movement pauses its independence push amid growing tensions with Washington. The U.S. Supreme Court has temporarily cleared the way for work to continue on President Donald Trump's controversial White House ballroom project. The Pentagon has fired the editor-in-chief of Stars and Stripes, raising concerns about the military newspaper's editorial independence. And Somali piracy is resurging, with armed men seizing an Iran-linke
- StandardSummaries onlyIran sanctions, Israeli settler warning and China's space tourism
Published Aug 21, 2026
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the U.S. will impose the "toughest sanctions in history" on Iran. U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee warns Israeli settlers in Qusra they could face a travel ban. Walmart misses its sales target in a rare stumble. And excitement over China's space programme sparks new tourist attractions. 📲 Podcasts, breaking news, and video analysis from the source. Download the Reuters app here. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast
- StandardSummaries only$40 trillion debt, cancer vaccine, humanoid robots and IDF probes
Published Aug 20, 2026
U.S. government debt tops $40 trillion for the first time, adding to fears of a brewing fiscal crisis. The IDF investigates its own troops over five incidents involving the deaths of Palestinians, including the 2024 killing of 5-year-old Hind Rajab in Gaza. A cancer vaccine for melanoma sparks hope of treatment for a variety of tumors. And humanoid robots show off their every day skills at the World Robot Conference. 📲 Podcasts, breaking news, and video analysis from the source. Downloa
- StandardSummaries onlyCanadian tariffs, Trump poll, Disney v FCC and Qusra
Published Aug 19, 2026
Canada gets a last-minute reprieve from new U.S. tariffs. A new poll finds most Americans think President Trump and his family are cashing in on the presidency. Disney takes the Trump administration to court over what it calls politically motivated attacks over its broadcast licenses. And a Palestinian-American from Ohio travels to the West Bank to stand with his besieged family and raises an American flag to send a message. 📲 Podcasts, breaking news, and video analysis from the source.
- StandardSummaries onlyUS-Iran ceasefire expires, Tupac murder trial and microdramas
Published Aug 18, 2026
The U.S.-Iran ceasefire has expired with no deal and both sides threatening to escalate. A new Reuters/Ipsos poll shows U.S. President Donald Trump's approval rating has a hit a record low of 33%. The murder trial of the man accused of orchestrating Tupac Shakur's killing gets underway, nearly 30 years later. And the two-minute TV format that's taking over your phone. 📲 Podcasts, breaking news, and video analysis from the source. Download the Reuters app here. Listen to the Morning
- StandardSummaries onlyUS-South Korea military exercises, Taliban and typhoon simulators
Published Aug 17, 2026
U.S. President Donald Trump orders the Pentagon to cut back joint military exercises with South Korea. The Taliban marks five years in power. And we try out a typhoon simulator as China prepares people for extreme weather disasters. 📲 Podcasts, breaking news, and video analysis from the source. Download the Reuters app here. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast here. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter h
- StandardSummaries onlyIndonesia evacuations, Hurricane Lala and Ceuta arrests
Published Aug 16, 2026
Thousands are evacuated after a 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Indonesia blocks roads and triggers landslides. Hurricane Lala lashes Hawaii. Moroccan police arrest at least 111 migrants heading for the Spanish enclave of Ceuta. And how U.S. fuel exports to Cuba are spurring a chaotic black market. 📲 Podcasts, breaking news, and video analysis from the source. Download the Reuters app here. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast here. Sign up for t
- StandardSummaries onlyIndonesia quake, Jason Arday dies, gas prices and Mount Etna
Published Aug 15, 2026
A powerful earthquake off eastern Indonesia has killed dozens and forced thousands from their homes. Former Cambridge professor Jason Arday has died at age 41 as a plagiarism investigation continues. U.S. President Donald Trump is defending higher gasoline prices amid Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Plus, how Mount Etna's latest eruption disrupted flights and travel across Sicily. 📲 Podcasts, breaking news, and video analysis from the source. Download the Reuters app here. Listen
- StandardSummaries onlyUSS Abraham Lincoln, Tate brothers and Korea dog meat ban
Published Aug 14, 2026
After 260 days at sea, the USS Abraham Lincoln crew is being relieved amid reports of dire conditions on board. Andrew and Tristan Tate are fighting extradition to the UK on rape charges while claiming harsh conditions inside their Miami federal jail. South Korea marks its final dog meat season before a national ban takes effect. And, the Trump-appointed Kennedy Center board votes to inscribe the president's name on the building. 📲 Podcasts, breaking news, and video analysis from the source.
- StandardSummaries onlyOil spill, earthquake rescue and record Lakers deal
Published Aug 13, 2026
A huge oil spill from a leaking tanker reaches Oman's coastline, threatening to become one of the world's worst in years. Russia and Ukraine target each other's grain shipments, raising fears of disruption to global supply. ICE agents in the U.S. could soon be equipped with electric shock gloves as a "de-escalation tool". Volunteers hamper rescue efforts in Colombia after the devastating earthquake. And an unusual team-up is set to buy the LA Lakers for a record $12.5 billion. 📲 Podcasts, break
- StandardSummaries onlyUS primaries, Trump's secret plane swap and total eclipse
Published Aug 12, 2026
Six U.S. states hold primary votes, with Wisconsin Democrats narrowly picking moderate David Crowley over Democratic socialist Francesca Hong as their nominee for state governor. President Donald Trump confirms he secretly switched planes in Turkey last month on the orders of Secret Service. Leaking crude oil from a tanker grounded off Oman is creating a massive oil slick. And parts of Europe prepare to watch a rare total solar eclipse. 📲 Podcasts, breaking news, and video analysis from the sou
- StandardSummaries onlyColombia earthquake, Trump's vaccines order and Bezos' soccer play
Published Aug 11, 2026
More than 100 people are dead after a powerful earthquake strikes western Colombia. U.S. President Donald Trump signs an order reducing the number of recommended childhood vaccinations. Hopes for a Hormuz deal fade as Trump demands reparations from Iran. And Amazon founder Jeff Bezos nears a deal to buy a stake in English Premier League giant Liverpool. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast here. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter h
- StandardSummaries onlyHormuz concessions, Typhoon Dolphin and Wisconsin's primary
Published Aug 10, 2026
Iran and Oman edge closer to a deal that would give Tehran control over Hormuz shipping, but Iranian officials warn the strait won't fully reopen until Washington makes concessions. Typhoon Dolphin, the most powerful tropical cyclone to hit China this year, forces more than one million to evacuate. And Democratic frontrunner Rebecca Cooke heads to her primary gunning to flip a competitive seat in rural Wisconsin. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast here. Sign up
- StandardSummaries onlyIsrael rejects Gaza plan, Yemen Saudi strike and Taylor Swift
Published Aug 9, 2026
Israel says it rejects U.S. President Donald Trump's Board of Peace's 15-point plan for Gaza. Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis stike a Saudi Aramco refinery. Hunter Biden says his father Joe's cancer has spread. Plus, songs by Taylor Swift have been removed from the White House and Trump campaign social accounts. Watch the latest On Assignment: Chasing Ebola Listen to the Morning Bid podcast here. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter here. Listen to the Reuters Econ World
- StandardSummaries onlyTodd Blanche, Lisa Cook, Typhoon Dolphin and Pet tarot
Published Aug 8, 2026
Todd Blanche wins Senate confirmation to become U.S. attorney general after weeks of political wrangling. U.S. President Donald Trump revives his push to remove Fed Governor Lisa Cook. Typhoon Dolphin hits Japan's Okinawa leaving more than 50,000 buildings without power. And, why some South Korean pet owners are turning to tarot cards to better understand their animals Watch the latest On Assignment: Chasing Ebola Listen to the Morning Bid podcast here. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World n
- StandardSummaries onlyMeta, birthright citizenship, Russia's North Korean missiles and Hollywood's win
Published Aug 7, 2026
A New Mexico court orders Meta to pay $567 million for harming children, comparing its platforms to a toxic factory. Trump signs new executive orders targeting birthright citizenship. Anthony Fauci pleads the fifth over 100 times and a senator wants him prosecuted. North Korea ships missiles and personnel to Russia to strike Ukraine, exploiting a critical gap in Kyiv's air defences. And Hollywood breaks a box office record. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast here. Sign up for the Reuters Econ
- StandardSummaries onlyRussian 'safari' strikes, Disney-TikTok deal and SpaceX lockup
Published Aug 6, 2026
Ukraine accuses Russia of a war crime after a so-called "human safari" attack in the city of Kherson. Disney strikes a first-of-its-kind deal with TikTok, letting creators use its iconic characters to make short-form videos. And SpaceX investors brace for another share price hit as insiders get their first chance to cash out with the expiry of a lockup agreement. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast here. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter
- StandardSummaries onlyMichigan primary, SpaceX, Chinese routers and Ceuta videos
Published Aug 5, 2026
Progressive Abdul El-Sayed holds a razor-thin lead over U.S. Congresswoman Haley Stevens in the Michigan Democratic Senate primary, but the race is too close to call. SpaceX doubles its revenue, powered by its rapidly expanding satellite network. We look at the viral videos which could have led to Moroccan migrants risking everything and cross to Spain. And Chinese-made routers sold worldwide have a backdoor which potentially puts networks at risk. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast
- StandardSummaries onlyUS munitions, Max Miller, Ceuta and Infantino's future
Published Aug 4, 2026
Sources tell Reuters the U.S. has burned through most of its precision military stockpiles in its war with Iran. Senator Bernie Moreno says Ohio representative Max Miller is a "danger" to his ex-wife and should not serve in Congress. EU ministers meet to discuss the migrant surge in Ceuta. And multiple countries' football federations withdraw support for FIFA boss Gianni Infantino. Watch the latest episode of On Assignment here. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast
- StandardSummaries onlyTodd Blanche, yen intervention and Russian holidays
Published Aug 3, 2026
Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche rescinds an order establishing the so-called "anti-weaponization" fund, paving the way for his confirmation. Japan and the U.S. confirm they conducted a coordinated Yen-buying intervention to try and halt its slide to fresh 40 year lows. President Donald Trump says talks with Iran will restart on Monday - without giving a deadline for an agreement. Democrats are divided over support for Israel. And Russian holidaymakers contend with petrol shortages and
- StandardSummaries onlyIran pause, Moscow restaurant attack and GLP-1 clothes shopping
Published Aug 2, 2026
U.S. President Donald Trump says he's holding off on fresh Iran attacks as he wants a rapid deal on reopening the Strait of Hormuz. A bomb carried by a woman kills at least three near a Moscow restaurant. In-store clothes shopping trips are back for GLP-1 users. And how wildfires are threatening France's cherished camping culture. Recommended read: Illicit Iranian gambling network helped pull off a $4 billion sanctions dodge Watch the latest episode of On Assignment here. Listen
- StandardSummaries onlySpain bolsters border, FIFA retreat, Kalshi crackdown and Reflecting Pool
Published Aug 1, 2026
Spain installs a floating barrier after thousands of migrants crossed over from North Africa - most of whom have now left. FIFA abandons its controversial plan to create a commercial entity, surrendering to intense opposition from fans. New York state authorities have sued the predictions-market company Kalshi for allegedly running an illegal, unlicensed gambling operation in the state. And the Justice Department rules damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was caused by "flawed installa
- StandardSummaries onlySpain’s migrant crisis, Gaza disarmament, Claude hack and World Cup boycott
Published Jul 31, 2026
Madrid deploys troops as tens of thousands of migrants cross into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta in North Africa. President Trump says Hamas agrees to a disarmament deal in Gaza but support is uncertain. Anthropic’s Claude AI models hacked into three companies during cybersecurity tests. And European countries agree to boycott the World Cup if soccer’s governing body FIFA goes ahead with plans to bring private investors into the tournament. Watch the latest episode of On Assignment here
- StandardSummaries onlyUS renews Iran strikes, Fed, Telegram and cyclosporiasis
Published Jul 30, 2026
The US renews strikes on Iran after attacks on American troops and a drone strike on a US-owned floating storage tanker at an Egyptian port. The Fed leaves rates on hold despite dissent. Russia charges Telegram's founder with aiding terrorism. And US diners are avoiding restaurants and fresh produce over cyclosporiasis fears. Watch the latest episode of On Assignment here. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast here. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter
- StandardSummaries onlyUS-Saudi joint strikes, OpenAI's rogue agent and Japan quake
Published Jul 29, 2026
Saudi Arabia has waded into the Iran conflict, carrying out strikes alongside the U.S. against Iran-backed militia in Iraq. OpenAI's rogue agent compromised a customer at a second tech firm on its hacking spree. The Trump administration bans new humanoid robots from China. And emergency services rush to find survivors from Japan's 7.1 magnitude earthquake. Watch the latest episode of On Assignment here. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast here. Sign up for the Reuters Eco
- StandardSummaries onlyJapan quake, ICE children arrests and Johnson & Johnson talc deal
Published Jul 28, 2026
A magnitude 7.1 earthquake hits Japan's Kyushu region. Thousands of migrant children and their sponsors have been arrested by U.S. immigration authorities following tips from the Office of Refugee Resettlement. A new poll shows just one in three Americans back the Iran war. Johnson & Johnson reach a talc settlement that could end a decade of litigation. And Germany plans to tighten sick-note rules. Watch the latest episode of On Assignment here. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast he
- StandardSummaries onlyUS-Iran pause, fast fashion and Rohingya schools
Published Jul 27, 2026
The U.S. pauses its bombing campaign on Iran after advisers warn President Trump they're running out of targets and risk depleting the arsenal. The suspect in a Berlin Pride attack is shot dead by police. Shein flags tariff hits after posting a quarterly loss. And Rohingya schools in Malaysia are facing closures after a surge in online hate speech. Watch the latest episode of On Assignment on Wildfires here. Watch the episode of On Assignment on data centers here. Listen to the Morning Bid
- StandardSummaries onlyBerlin Pride attack, India's exam scandal and D-Day beaches
Published Jul 26, 2026
Celebration turns to horror at a Berlin Pride event after a vehicle plows into a crowd. Families of Indian exam candidates who took their own lives after a paper leaked say the education minister's resignation won't bring back their children. US President Donald Trump's pledge on data center power supplies draws skepticism. And UNESCO recognizes the Normandy D-Day beaches. Watch the latest episode of On Assignment here. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast here. Sign up for the Reuter
- StandardSummaries onlyIndia's education minister, Troy Jackson and LeBron James
Published Jul 25, 2026
India's education minister resigns, handing a major victory to youth protesters. President Donald Trump takes aim at the press with humor and barbs at the White House Correspondents' Assocation dinner. Sources say it took OpenAI a week to notice its AI agent was hacking a company. Maine Democrats look set to nominate Troy Jackson for the U.S. Senate. And LeBron James signs with Philadelphia for a record 24th NBA season. Watch the latest episode of On Assignment here. Listen to the Morning Bid po
- StandardSummaries onlyNew US tariffs, Trump's Saudi Arabia demand and AI ‘kill switch’
Published Jul 24, 2026
The Trump Administration's latest slate of global tariffs may be more durable than earlier tariff regimes. President Donald Trump makes a new demand that could derail a U.S.-Saudi nuclear agreement. Congress is proposing new ways to regulate AI after an OpenAI agent went "rogue." Federal prosecutors withdraw subpoenas for New York Times reporters - at least for now. And Ukraine has a new target: Russian e-retailers. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast here. Sign up for the Reuters Econ Wor
- StandardSummaries onlyHouthi strikes, rogue AI and Ukraine's kill zone
Published Jul 23, 2026
Iran-aligned Houthis attack Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, closing in on another key oil route. Iranian strikes on CIA facilities are prompting questions about a possible Russian role. OpenAI says AI models went rogue during testing. And how to visualise the "kill zone" frontline in Ukraine. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast here. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter here. Listen to the Reuters Econ World podcast here. Visit the Thomson Reuters Privacy Statement for
- StandardSummaries onlySaudi nuclear energy, a year in a Ukraine foxhole and Netanyahu arrest blocked
Published Jul 22, 2026
U.S. President Donald Trump gives Saudi Arabia the green light on nuclear energy, without demanding safeguards against a weapon. A Ukrainian soldier recounts how he survived 346 days in a frontline foxhole. The Iran war has cost the U.S. more than $37 billion. And New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani can't arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast here. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter here. Listen to the Reuters Econ World podcast here
- StandardSummaries onlyHouthis' Saudi blockade, oil prices, India's Gen Z and Taco Bell lawsuits
Published Jul 21, 2026
Yemen's Houthis announce a Saudi naval blockade, threatening the Red Sea export route and opening a new front in the U.S.-Iran war. Despite one of the biggest oil supply shocks in history, prices haven't soared. Thousands march in India to demand the resignation of the education minister, the biggest confrontation yet for the Gen Z-led Cockroach Janta Party. And Taco Bell faces a wave of lawsuits after contaminated lettuce leaves thousands sick and more than 100 hospitalized. Listen to the Morni
- StandardSummaries onlySpain's World Cup win, new UK PM and US voter fraud
Published Jul 20, 2026
Spain beat Argentina to win the World Cup, capping off a record-breaking tournament that U.S. President Donald Trump was quick to claim credit for. So-called "King of the North" Andy Burnham becomes the UK's seventh prime minister in 10 years. The US strikes Iran for a ninth day. And a Reuters investigation undercuts Trump’s assertion that a conspiracy of non-citizen voting is afoot inthe U.S. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast here. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter here. Lis
- StandardSummaries onlyWorld Cup final, US military deaths and Tate brothers arrested
Published Jul 19, 2026
Spain and Argentina are set to face off in the World Cup final. The U.S. has renewed attacks on Iran after the killing of military personnel in Jordan. The U.S. Marshals Service have arrested Tristan and Andrew Tate. Plus, how a teacher answering a question about voting intentions has led to a political storm in Germany. Watch the latest On Assignment: Data centers: Small town politics turn into a national fight Listen to the Morning Bid podcast here. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsl
- StandardSummaries onlyIran hits Gulf allies, Trump Media and Taco Bell's shredded lettuce
Published Jul 18, 2026
Iran strikes Kuwait's power infrastructure for a second straight day and claims attacks on U.S. targets in Bahrain, following a seventh consecutive night of U.S. strikes on Iranian military sites. Trump Media is pitching Wall Street firms faster access to Trump's Truth Social posts for up to $100,000 a month. And federal officials link a major foodborne illness outbreak to Taco Bell restaurants across five states. Watch the latest On Assignment: Data centers: Small town politics turn into a nati
- StandardSummaries onlyTrump's election interference claims, Red Sea threat and wildfire smoke
Published Jul 17, 2026
President Donald Trump accuses China of 2020 election interference, contradicting his own intelligence agencies. His teleprompter operator is fired after allegedly using advance knowledge of his speeches to place bets. Iran asks the Houthis to stand ready to shut the Red Sea gateway which would block both the Middle East's top oil routes at the same time. Scientists warn that wildfire smoke doesn't just harm when fires are burning – the health risks follow for years. And Defense Secretary Pete H
- StandardSummaries onlyUS-Iran escalation, Blanche grilled, Argentina v Spain and PayPal
Published Jul 16, 2026
The U.S. turns up the heat on Iran with fresh strikes on coastal defenses as Tehran calls it an "existential war." President Donald Trump's pick for U.S. Attorney General – Todd Blanche – has a bruising Senate hearing. Argentina breaks English hearts again to reach the World Cup final. Stripe and Advent offer $53 billion to buy PayPal. And SpaceX shares sink below their IPO price, putting its $2 trillion valuation in doubt. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast here. Sign up for the Reuters Econ
- StandardSummaries onlyHormuz U-turn, ICE vehicle stops and Ukraine government shakeup
Published Jul 15, 2026
U.S. President Donald Trump scraps his Strait of Hormuz toll threat, saying he’s opting for Gulf trade deals instead. ICE suspends most traffic stops after two fatal shootings in less than a week. Ukraine faces another wartime government reshuffle. Two U.S. Supreme Court justices make a rare appearance on the Hill to warn of threats against the court. And Spain dominates over France to reach the World Cup final. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast here. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsl
- StandardSummaries onlyMaine ICE protests, Hormuz, Congo Ebola politics and Paramount lawsuit
Published Jul 14, 2026
U.S. President Donald Trump threatens another blockade on the Strait of Hormuz and demands a 20% toll on cargo. Protesters are on the streets of Maine after the second deadly ICE shooting in the U.S. in a week. Bangkok weighs surprise night-time safety checks on venues after a deadly pub fire. Congo’s M23 rebels use an Ebola outbreak in their territory to showcase leadership. And 12 states sue to block Paramount’s Warner Bros deal which would be the biggest merger in Hollywood history. Listen to
- StandardSummaries onlySenate Republicans, Bangkok fire, Sam Neill and Iran's music
Published Jul 13, 2026
The U.S. Senate is back in session but two of its most powerful Republicans are not, leaving its majority stretched thin after the death of Lindsey Graham and Mitch McConnell's absence due to ill health. A fire tears through a Bangkok pub killing dozens. In some of Havana's apartment blocks, when the lights go out, so does the water. The Iran war silences the country’s musicians. And actor Sam Neill has died. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast here. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsle
- StandardSummaries onlyLindsey Graham dies, Iran strikes and World Cup semis set
Published Jul 12, 2026
Lindsey Graham, a senior Republican senator and one of the President Trump’s closest allies, has died. The U.S. and Iran exchange strikes - and disagree over whether the Strait of Hormuz is open. Plus,England keep their cool in the Miami heat to reach their fourth-ever World Cup semi-final against title holders Argentina. Watch the latest On Assignment: Collateral damage: The war comes for Iran’s ancient past Listen to the Morning Bid podcast here. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newslett
- StandardSummaries onlyU.S. housing bill, Spain wildfire and Ukraine front-line nests
Published Jul 11, 2026
A bipartisan housing affordability bill has become law without U.S. President Donald Trump's signature. Firefighters in southern Spain battle a fast-moving wildfire that has killed at least a dozen people. And along Ukraine's front lines, birds are building nests from fibre-optic drone cables used to guide attack drones. Watch the latest On Assignment: Collateral damage: The war comes for Iran’s ancient past Listen to the Morning Bid podcast here. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newslette
- StandardSummaries onlyKhamanei burial, Erdogan’s gun gifts, Meta’s AI chip and drone deliveries
Published Jul 10, 2026
Iran hits U.S. military targets in the Gulf as it buries its slain leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamanei. NATO leaders leave Turkey armed – literally – after President Tayyip Erdogan hands out vintage revolvers. President Donald Trump says Russian President Vladimir Putin wants peace, but three Kremlin sources say he’s getting ready to escalate. Meta will start making its own AI chip to undercut OpenAI and Anthropic. A proposed FAA rule could supercharge the U.S. drone delivery industry. And Germany to
- StandardSummaries onlyPlatner out, US-Iran strikes, Air Force One and quantum leap
Published Jul 9, 2026
Maine's Graham Platner quits the Senate race leaving Democrats scrambling to replace him for a must-win seat. The U.S. and Iran trade fresh strikes. President Donald Trump ditches the new Qatari-gifted Air Force One for the first leg of his flight home from the NATO summit. Before leaving Ankara, he hands Ukraine a license to manufactures its own Patriot missile interceptors. A fatal ICE shooting in Houston triggers protests. Google warns quantum computers could crack crypto encryption by 2029.
- StandardSummaries onlyUS-Iran deal ‘over’, NATO, Marine Le Pen and Argentina’s comeback
Published Jul 8, 2026
President Donald Trump says the U.S. ceasefire with Iran is “over” after back and forth strikes, testing NATO’s nerves at a summit in Ankara. Graham Platner faces mounting calls to drop out of the Maine Senate race. Marine Le Pen will run for the French presidency after a court clears her way, but she may be campaigning with an ankle tag. The UK’s Nigel Farage quits parliament only to run for his seat again. And Messi leads Argentina’s stunning comeback from 2-0 down to knock Egypt out of the Wo
- StandardSummaries onlyUSA out, Tehran vengeance, Trump-Meloni feud and Platner
Published Jul 7, 2026
The United States crashes out of the World Cup as President Donald Trump’s red card intervention overshadows the tournament. Tens of thousands fill Tehran’s streets for Ayatollah Ali Khamanei’s funeral with mourners calling for vengeance against the U.S. and Israel. Trump arrives at the NATO summit in Ankara already at odds with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. And, Democrats have until July 13 to pull the plug on their Maine Senate candidate as sexual assault allegations threaten one of t
- StandardSummaries onlyTrump’s World Cup call, Iran’s funeral procession and Venezuela's death toll
Published Jul 6, 2026
FIFA clears red-carded U.S. striker Folarin Balogun to play against Belgium after President Donald Trump called FIFA chief Gianni Infantino. Mourners line the streets of Tehran for the funeral procession of slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as his son and successor remains out of sight. And Venezuela's earthquake death toll tops 3,300 as survivors face the grim task of identifying the dead. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast here. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter her
- StandardSummaries onlyAmerican party, Iranian prayers, Russia’s gasoline crisis and England’s pubs
Published Jul 5, 2026
America celebrates Independence Day with military flyovers, flotillas and fireworks. Funeral prayers and tears for slain Iranian leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei but still no sign of his son and successor Mojtaba Khamenei. Ukrainian drones hit St Petersburg region oil terminal as Russia’s fuel crisis deepens. And, England fans can drink till dawn after the UK government allows the pubs to open until 5 am for the World Cup match with Mexico. Watch the latest On Assignment Fourth of July from inside
- StandardSummaries onlyU.S. turns 250, Taylor-Travis wed and Iran mourns Khamenei
Published Jul 4, 2026
U.S. President Donald Trump marks America's 250th birthday with a speech at Mount Rushmore, warning of a communist threat from progressive Democrats. Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce married at Madison Square Garden, with Adam Sandler officiating. Iran began days of funeral processions for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Plus, Argentina beat Cape Verde 3-2 in extra time at the World Cup. Watch the latest On Assignment Fourth of July from inside the White House . Listen to the Morning Bid pod
- StandardSummaries onlyA weekend like no other: Khamenei's funeral, America's birthday and Taylor's wedding bash
Published Jul 3, 2026
Iran prepares to bury its slain leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamanei, with a week of mass mourning. Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are widely expected to host their wedding celebration at Madison Square Garden. And America celebrates the 250th anniversary of its Declaration of Independence on Saturday. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast here. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter here. Listen to the Reuters Econ World podcast here. Visit the Thomson Reuters Privacy Statement for info
- StandardSummaries onlyUS World Cup win, Trump’s crypto conflict, UK racism and Taylor Swift’s wedding
Published Jul 2, 2026
The United States reaches the last 16 at the World Cup with a dramatic 2-0 win against Bosnia that saw Folarin Balogun sent off. U.S. President Donald Trump pockets at least $1.4 billion from crypto ventures made lucrative by his administration’s policies. Russia hits Kyiv with missiles and drones. Anti-migrant politics fuel a resurgence of racism in the UK. And excitement reaches fever pitch over speculation that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are tying the knot this weekend. Listen to the Morni
- StandardSummaries onlyBirthright citizenship, Trump’s crypto haul, Serena Williams and Medicare
Published Jul 1, 2026
The U.S. Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship in a blow to President Donald Trump’s agenda. Financial disclosures show he earned more than $1.4 billion from his family’s crypto ventures last year. Volatility in the U.S. tech sector fuels fears of a bubble. Millions of seniors get $50 weight loss drugs under a new Medicare plan. The FBI says ransom notes linked to the disappearance of Savannah Guthrie’s mother are fake. Thousands march across South Africa demanding migrants leave the coun
- StandardSummaries onlySCOTUS shields Lisa Cook, South Africa’s migrants and Germany out
Published Jun 30, 2026
The U.S. Supreme Court hands President Donald Trump the power to fire independent regulators but draws a line at the Federal Reserve. In South Africa, fears mount that planned anti-immigrant marches could turn violent. Police say an Australian man has made a partial confession to causing the death of a 17-year-old Thai girl. NATO warships drill off the U.S. East Coast as Trump threatens to pull back from Europe. And Paraguay knocks four-time champions Germany out of the World Cup on penalties. L
- StandardSummaries onlyIran and US pause, America’s 250th and Latino voters
Published Jun 29, 2026
Iran and the U.S. agree to stand down after fresh, tit-for-tat attacks threatened to unravel the ceasefire. America turns 250 on July 4th, but some people aren’t in the mood to celebrate. Latino voters are up for grabs but both parties are struggling to connect with them. And the Venezuela earthquake death toll nears 1,500. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast here. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter here. Listen to the Reuters Econ World podcast here. Visit the Thomson Reute
- StandardSummaries onlySaudi Aramco crash, Venezuela shortages and Bauhaus culture wars
Published Jun 28, 2026
A Saudi Aramco helicopter crash has killed 14 nationals, the state news agency says. Venezuelans decry shortages of heavy equipment and a limited official presence as the earthquake death toll tops 1,400. Iran and the U.S. continue their attacks in the Gulf, fraying an increasingly precarious interim deal. Temperature records are shattered in Europe as a deadly heatwave moves east. And how Bauhaus design is being targeted by the far right in Germany. Watch Pitchside here. Listen to On Assignment
- StandardSummaries onlyUS Iran strikes, Cape Verde and Sweden's immigration crackdown
Published Jun 27, 2026
The United States and Iran each launched strikes in the worst escalation since they signed their interim peace deal, while tensions brew in the Trump administration between competing foreign policy camps. Venezuela’s earthquake death toll tops 900, with 50,000 missing. Plus, Sweden's businesses warn that hardening immigration policies are harming start-up culture and Cape Verde's World Cup dream continues. Listen to On Assignment podcast here and see the Climate Monitor here. Listen to the Morni
- StandardSummaries onlyTrump immigration wins, Venezuela rescues and Brazil's three centenarian sisters
Published Jun 26, 2026
The U.S. Supreme Court hands President Donald Trump two big immigration wins – clearing the way to turn back asylum seekers at the border and deport hundreds of thousands of Haitians and Syrians stripped of their protected status. Venezuelans dig through the rubble with their hands as thousands are unaccounted for after twin earthquakes. The UN pauses ship escorts through the Strait of Hormuz following accusations Iran fired on a vessel. Egypt and Iran – both countries where homosexuality is ill
- StandardSummaries onlyVenezuela earthquakes, food stamp cuts and France's aircon debate
Published Jun 25, 2026
Two massive earthquakes rock Venezuela, killing dozens and trapping thousands under rubble. U.S. President Donald Trump faces a Republican revolt – including a shouting showdown with Senator Bill Cassidy – over his Iran deal. Millions of Americans are cut off from food stamps under his sweeping tax and spending cuts. And as Europe swelters in a record heatwave, air-conditioning becomes France’s latest political hot potato. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast here. Sign up for the Reuters Econ
- StandardSummaries onlyMamdani’s power play, Trump rebuke and Ronaldo
Published Jun 24, 2026
The U.S. Senate votes to block the war in Iran in a rare rebuke of President Donald Trump. A UN inquiry finds Israel deliberately targets children in Gaza, resulting in genocide. In New York, Mayor Zohran Mamdani flexes his political muscle as his picks sweep the primaries. In Brazil young voters turn away from the left, but not all its ideas. And Cristiano Ronaldo makes history, becoming the first player ever to score at six World Cups Listen to the Morning Bid podcast here. Sign up for the
- StandardSummaries onlyUK's next PM, Iran sanctions waiver, Serena and Messi
Published Jun 23, 2026
Andy Burnham is on his way to becoming the UK’s next prime minister. The U.S. lifts sanctions on Iran for 60 days, but the waiver comes with a threat from President Donald Trump. Serena Williams will make a stunning return to singles at Wimbledon after landing the final wildcard. And Lionel Messi is the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast here. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter here. Listen to the Reuters Econ World podcast here
- StandardSummaries onlyStarmer quits, US-Iran roadmap, IRGC winners and Cape Verde stuns again
Published Jun 22, 2026
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer says he will step down. The U.S. and Iran agree a peace roadmap and the Revolutionary Guards stand to cash in. Ukraine’s Azov fighters are hitting Russian logistics making Moscow pay a price for occupying Mariupol. And Cape Verde stuns again at the World Cup. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast here. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter here. Listen to the Reuters Econ World podcast here. Visit the Thomson Reuters Privacy Statement for informatio
- StandardSummaries onlyIran talks, JD Vance, Reflecting Pool and Keir Starmer
Published Jun 21, 2026
JD Vance holds peace talks with Iran, overshadowed by Tehran saying it shut the Strait of Hormuz. Donald Trump says that the renovated Reflecting Pool probably must be renovated following what he called vandalism. Prime Minister Keir Starmer considers his political future and could decide as soon as Monday whether to step aside or fight a UK leadership contest against Andy Burnham. A heatwave in Europe leads to a partial alcohol ban in France. Plus, Mexico City could limit alcohol sales after a
- StandardSummaries onlyHormuz, World Cup joy, Meloni Vs Trump and Chinese foie gras
Published Jun 20, 2026
Iran closes the Strait of Hormuz as fighting flares in Lebanon. The U.S. team seals its place in the knockout rounds of the World Cup with a 2-0 win over Australia. Giorgia Meloni accuses Donald Trump of fabricating a story about her. And China may overtake France as the biggest producer of foie gras. Listen to Pitchside, our new World Cup podcast here. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter here. Listen to the Reuters Econ World podcast here. Visit the Thomson Reuters Privacy