At the World Cup, has ‘VAR’ gone too far? Some fans say it’s ruining the tournament
In this World Cup, VAR, or video assistant referee, has become ubiquitous (and despised by many). But there was a…
China’s Xi calls for step up of global effort in AI, as US curbs squeeze China’s tech access
American-led restrictions have blocked China from accessing some of the world's most advanced technologies, spurring China's efforts to build its…
The Strait of Hormuz no-fee, China cuts down on pollution and IMAX’s economic Odyssey
It’s Indicators of the Week (now on YouTube!). On today’s episode: What happened to Trump’s proposed Strait of Hormuz fee?;…
Rubio convenes countries on left-wing political violence
Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday convened leaders from more than 60 countries to take part in the Trump…
Japan revises law to ensure supply of (male) heirs to the imperial throne
A popular princess drives support for having a female Japanese Emperor. But the country's first female prime minister opposes it.
Dangerous wildfire smoke continues to blanket parts of the U.S.
Orange skies and heavy smoke covered large parts of the U.S. on Thursday as Canada and Minnesota grapple with wildfires.…
Hormuz blockade / Trump’s mixed messages / Who is Jay Clayton?
The world’s attention is once again on the Strait of Hormuz, as the U.S. and Iran have resumed strikes and…
Flood sirens blare in southcentral Texas as rivers reach perilous heights
Flood sirens blared early Thursday in Comfort, Texas, as the Guadalupe River rose more than 30 feet in three hours,…
White House says ICE traffic stops will continue after deadly shootings
The comments came following widespread reports earlier in the week that those stops would be put on pause after two…