Chinese President Xi Jinping hosted Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un at Tiananmen Gate for a grand military parade. Their arrival spotlighted the shared international stage as these influential figures gathered in Beijing.

A federal judge has ruled that Google must end exclusive agreements making its search engine the default on many devices. The move, stemming from an antitrust complaint, potentially opens the door for competitors and could cost Google billions, even though Chrome remains unaffected and Google plans to appeal.

President Donald Trump announced that U.S. forces targeted a boat allegedly carrying drugs from Venezuela, resulting in 11 reported deaths. He attributed the operation to efforts against a gang he claims is aligned with Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro.

Facing potential fallout from new tariffs, the Business Development Bank of Canada is preparing for a riskier lending environment. Provisions for loan losses have spiked, underscoring ongoing trade uncertainties.

Community activists and leaders across four California cities rallied on August 23 to oppose state Sen. Scott Wiener’s SB 79. Backed by the Marin-based Catalysts Institute for Local Control, nearly 50 people gathered to emphasize the importance of preserving local autonomy.

As Ottawa grapples with rising debt levels, provinces across Canada are facing their own fiscal hurdles. Their collective yearly deficit was on course to nearly triple in just one year, signaling pressures that mirror federal budgetary concerns.

Justice Amy Coney Barrett, in her forthcoming memoir, argues that the Supreme Court erred by getting “ahead of the American people” in its original Roe v. Wade ruling. Her defense underscores how the Court’s conservative majority aligns with her perspective on constitutional interpretation.

Under the Trump administration, banking regulators postponed, scaled back, or canceled environmental, social, and governance (ESG) exams that had been initially emphasized under the Biden administration. These changes signal a major shift in how banks are assessed on issues like climate and diversity.

Microsoft has finalized an agreement with the U.S. General Services Administration worth up to $6 billion in Azure cloud and AI services over three years. The deal seeks to advance federal IT modernization, reinforce AI initiatives, and put Microsoft ahead in the government contracting race.

A federal judge has ruled that President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth violated federal law by deploying the US military to assist law enforcement in Los Angeles. This decision points to a potential overreach of executive authority, raising questions about the permissible boundaries of military involvement in domestic matters.

President Donald Trump is expected to announce changes related to the Department of Defense on Tuesday. The White House has hinted at a possible renaming and discussed the prospect of deploying the National Guard to Chicago.

Stocks pulled back on Tuesday amid global bond market anxiety and a recently announced tariff ruling against Donald Trump. The combination of international economic concerns and political developments contributed to sudden fluctuations in overall investor sentiment.

In a notable policy shift, ICE is slated to gain access to Paragon Spyware. This development follows the reported dropping of a Biden administration order, clearing the way for new surveillance capabilities.

China has unveiled a national plan that aims to accelerate the development of brain-computer interfaces from lab research to clinical use by 2027. The goal is to foster globally competitive industry champions by 2030, positioning the country as a major innovator in this emerging technology.

A court-ordered dismissal of Thailand’s prime minister has triggered a swift power vacuum. Five prospective leaders are now locked in behind-the-scenes negotiations, each hoping to secure the nation’s highest office.

Billionaire Ray Dalio cautions that the United States is sliding toward a 1930s-style autocracy, fueled by surging inequality and a looming debt crisis. Drawing comparisons to a tumultuous historical period, he predicts an authoritarian turn if these economic rifts go unaddressed.

Kim Jong Un arrived in China aboard an olive-green train described as a “Fortress on wheels,” setting the stage for a grand military parade where Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin are also expected. The bulletproof convoy illustrates the North Korean leader’s method of secure travel on the world stage.

Strikes across Gaza have reportedly killed at least 31 people, sparking sharp condemnation from a group of international scholars who accuse Israel of genocide. The concise AP News summary, published in the early hours, highlights a grave escalation that has drawn global attention.

A recent IDF investigation into the events of October 7 reveals both troubling security lapses and inspiring heroism. With battles centered around Yiftah Camp and Erez regional command post, the findings shed light on how Hamas terrorists attempted to infiltrate Israel’s borders.

Russian President Vladimir Putin announced Russia’s pursuit of “multifaceted” ties with China and Mongolia at a trilateral meeting in Beijing. His remarks, reported by TASS News Agency, underscored the importance of deepening cooperation with these neighboring countries.

At least 20 people remain missing following violent demonstrations in Indonesia, spurred by anger over lawmakers’ lavish perks. A rights group reported the disappearances on Tuesday, underscoring how quickly these protests escalated into a broader outcry against the police.