Small-cap U.S. defense stocks rally as demand spikes for AI drones, unmanned systems, and next-gen battlefield tech driven by conflicts

Lebanon’s bonds rise from 6 to 24 cents, but true recovery value depends on IMF deal, banking reforms, and how losses are shared.

Meta is negotiating with Axel Springer, Fox, and other publishers to license news content for its AI tools under new licensing deals

Nvidia buys a $5B stake in Intel, boosting AI chip collaboration for PCs and data centers, reshaping competition with AMD and TSMC

Liverpool come from behind to beat Atlético Madrid 3-2 at Anfield with a stoppage-time header by Virgil van Dijk, after Llorente’s brace threatens upset

Several US diplomats working on Syria were suddenly dismissed as Washington backs a unified Syrian state under new leader Ahmed al-Sharaa.

Scientists derive a quantum version of Bayes’ Rule, opening new doors for quantum computing, AI, and error correction in modern physics

Jessica Pegula and Taylor Townsend guide USA into Billie Jean King Cup semis with a 2-1 win over Kazakhstan in Shenzhen

UK and US leaders unveil £150B investment deal, tech pact and joint talks on Ukraine, Russia and Gaza during ceremonial state visit

Phone and internet services cut in Gaza Strip as Israeli tanks advance into Sheikh Radwan and Tel Al-Hawa, raising fears of intensifying ground assault

Harry Kane scores twice as Bayern Munich beat Chelsea 3-1 in Champions League opener, extending their unbeaten run and top spot favourites

Kapil Dev urges players to focus on cricket amid India vs Pakistan Asia Cup handshake row, calling for calm and sportsmanship