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US and Iran Agree to Stand Down After Exchange of Strikes
The US says it has agreed to 'stand down' following an exchange of strikes with Iran — the most significant geopolitical event of 2026.
2026-06-30
S&P 500 and Nasdaq Rise as Tech Leads Monday Rally
The Nasdaq Composite rose 1.8% and the S&P 500 gained 1.1% as tech stocks recovered from last week's losses.
2026-06-30
Bitcoin Closes Around $59.8K After Wild Crypto Week
BTC slipped below $60K and closed near $59.8K after another volatile week in the crypto markets.
2026-06-30
South Korea Unveils Massive AI-Chip Drive
South Korea announces a national-level AI chip initiative amid growing global competition with the US and China.
2026-06-30
Global Commodity Prices Forecast to Rise 16% in 2026
The World Bank projects a 16% surge in commodity prices, driven by soaring energy, fertilizer, and key agricultural commodities.
2026-06-30
Lebanese Media Reports Israeli Attack Targeting Southern Towns
Al Jazeera reports Israeli strikes targeting towns in southern Lebanon amid continued regional tensions.
2026-06-30