The Ukrainian mineral riches in Trump’s sights

Vast estimated deposits of lithium, titanium and rare earths such as gallium have yet to be significantly developed

Source: Financial Times

Russians feel "wind in their sails" as Trump pressed to show resolution to war, expert says

Russia told the United States in talks in Riyadh on Tuesday that it opposed any NATO member sending troops to Ukraine as part of a ceasefire, Moscow's foreign minister said. …

Source: France 24

She suspected a heart attack, but was diagnosed with broken heart syndrome

Broken Heart Syndrome mimics symptoms of a heart attack. It can strike after a stressful event, such as the loss of a loved one, a physical shock, or prolonged anxiety. …

Source: NPR

Trade isn’t all about Trump

World business and commerce are changing in ways that have nothing to do with the US president’s tariff threats

Source: Financial Times

Syrian leader al-Sharaa tours former Assad strongholds on surprise visit

Syrian interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa visited Latakia and Tartus on Sunday, his office said, making his first official trip to the coastal provinces formerly known as strongholds of ousted ruler …

Source: France 24

China accuses U.S. of ‘serious regression’ on Taiwan after State Dept. website change

China accused the United States of a “serious regression” in its position on Taiwan, after the State Department updated the Taiwan section of its website.

Source: NBC News

Rwanda's claim of FDLR threat is not credible, DR Congo expert says

M23 fighters allied with Rwandan troops on Sunday entered the centre of Bukavu, another key city in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. Kinshasa has accused Rwanda of seizing land …

Source: France 24

Water chlorination levels in US and EU likely increase cancer risk, study finds

Bladder cancer risk increased 33% and colorectal cancer by 15% in using chlorine to disinfect water

Chlorinating drinking water at levels common in the United States and European Union probably …

Source: The Guardian

Mexico's President Sheinbaum threatens to take legal action over the Gulf name change

Earlier this month, Sheinbaum shared a letter addressed to Google with reporters, arguing that the U.S. had no authority to unilaterally rename the Gulf.

Source: NPR

Stephen Curry shines as Team Shaq wins revamped NBA All-Star game

Stephen Curry and Jayson Tatum led Shaquille O’Neal’s "Team Shaq" to a dominant 41-25 victory over "Team Chuck" in the revamped NBA All-Star Game on Sunday. The new four-team mini-tournament …

Source: France 24

Pope Francis' hospital stay is extended due to 'polymicrobial infection'

The 88-year-old pontiff was initially admitted to the hospital on Friday for bronchitis. On Monday, the Vatican said test results show Francis has "a polymicrobial infection of the respiratory tract."

Source: NPR

Jewish man mistakes two Israeli tourists for Palestinians and opens fire on them in Miami

Victims reportedly posted ‘death to Arabs’ on social media after shooting while suspect held on attempted murder charges

A Jewish man in Miami Beach is facing charges of attempted murder …

Source: The Guardian