Jun 11 Haiti has to change its World Cup jersey after being deemed too political By Colleen Barry, Associated Press The jersey, by Colombian sportswear manufacturer Saeta, originally included a depiction of the final battle of the Haitian War of Independence in 1803 on its front. Continue reading
Jun 11 Trump threatens to take 'total control' of Iran's oil industry with major strikes By Jon Gambrell, Will Weissert, Associated Press President Donald Trump said in a social media post that the U.S. would hit Iran “VERY HARD TONIGHT” and would “assume total control” of Iran’s oil and gas industries, including the key Kharg Island oil terminal, in the “not too… Continue reading
Jun 10 Watch 3:51 U.S. launches new strikes in Iran after missiles target American bases By Ali Rogin, Daniel Okay The U.S. is again striking targets in Iran after missile launches targeting U.S. bases in the region. President Trump revealed the U.S. has been helping stranded vessels transit the Strait of Hormuz, asserting American control over the vital waterway. Ali… Continue watching
Jun 10 Watch 7:02 How the loss of USAID has weakened the fight against Ebola By William Brangham, Azhar Merchant The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda is escalating quickly. There are growing warnings that, without a stronger response, this Ebola outbreak could become one of the deadliest. William Brangham takes a closer look with… Continue watching
Jun 10 U.S. military says it has begun striking 'multiple targets' in Iran in latest escalation of tensions By Associated Press Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the military would strike Iran “hard” Wednesday night following threats for more strikes from Trump earlier in the day. Continue reading
Jun 10 FIFA's Infantino defends World Cup ticket prices, says fans 'should chill' about ref denied US entry By Carlos Rodriguez, Associated Press FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended World Cup ticket prices on Wednesday, saying “if we do something wrong, then probably everyone selling tickets in North America is doing something wrong."… Continue reading
Jun 10 China car exports jump 73% in May as high fuel prices raise interest in EVs By Chan Ho-him, Associated Press China’s passenger car exports jumped 73% year-on-year in May to around 809,000 vehicles, an industry group reported Wednesday, as higher gasoline and diesel prices due to the war in Iran raised interest in electric vehicles. Continue reading
Jun 10 WATCH: Trump says he's 'not looking to renew' U.S. trade deal with Canada and Mexico By Associated Press Without a commitment by July 1, the trade deal would face annual reviews of its status and possibly expire in 2036. Continue reading
Jun 10 WATCH: 'We're going to be attacking' Iran after U.S. helicopter shot down, Trump says By Associated Press “We’re going to hit them again hard today,” President Donald Trump said. Continue reading
Jun 10 PHOTOS: Pope Leo honors Gaudi's Sagrada Familia masterpiece in Barcelona By Joseph Wilson, Nicole Winfield, Associated Press Leo called Gaudí’s unfinished temple, one of the world’s most visited monuments, a “sign of unity and harmony for all of Spain,” an ongoing building project like the lifelong journey all Christians make to find God. Continue reading