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President Trump indicated that further US troop reductions in Europe hinge on allies’ response to his Greenland demands. Speaking aboard Air Force One after the NATO summit, he linked the military presence to both the Greenland deal and Iran cooperation, escalating tensions with European allies.
The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate fell to 6.12% on July 8, 2026, the lowest since January 2025. With rates dropping for five weeks amid cooling inflation, refinance applications surged 22%. However, tight housing inventory and high home prices still challenge buyers.
President Trump declares the US-Iran ceasefire ‘over’ after Tehran strikes shipping lanes in the Strait of Hormuz, hitting two vessels. Iran retaliates with drone and missile attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain, killing 12. The fragile truce collapses, escalating into active conflict in the Middle East.
The U.S. Central Command confirmed new strikes on Iran to degrade its ability to threaten shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, marking the second consecutive day of attacks. This follows Iran’s recent assaults on commercial vessels in the vital waterway.
North Carolina’s new law restricts land purchases by Chinese-linked entities, citing “economic sovereignty” and national security. It’s the latest in a series of similar moves across several US states, sparking debate over fairness and global trade rules.
Prince Harry and other plaintiffs have lost a major lawsuit against the Daily Mail’s publisher, Associated Newspapers, over alleged illegal information gathering. The High Court ruling means they could now be on the hook for up to £50 million in legal fees.
Netherlands Defense Minister Djani Jehielgez-Zechrius says the country has exhausted its capacity to provide direct military aid to Ukraine. Speaking at the NATO summit, she urges other nations to step up, admitting, “We’ve reached our limit.” This shift highlights mounting pressure on Western allies to support Ukraine amid dwindling resources.
The World Cup round of 16 is complete, and all eight quarter-final teams are now set. From the dominant group winners to the resilient dark horses, get the full breakdown of the matchups and what to expect in the next stage.
Step Star, a domestic AI large model unicorn, is set to unveil its AI terminal brand and agent system on July 13, alongside the world’s first AI agent phone. This move marks a significant leap in integrating AI into everyday mobile devices.
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