US President Trump announced plans to send letters to 10-12 countries, detailing reciprocal tariff rates, with the process concluding by July 9. These tariffs, potentially ranging from 10-70%, are slated to take effect from August 1, promising revenue for the US.
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Fujairah has launched the Arab world’s first musical road along Sheikh Khalifa Street. As cars drive over the specially designed 750-metre stretch, they trigger notes from Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony through tyre vibrations. The project, by the Fujairah Fine Arts Academy, aims to integrate art into daily life and showcase the emirate’s cultural and creative spirit.
Sean 'Diddy' Combs faces trial, his son Christian 'King' Combs released an EP. The EP features a track called 'Diddy Free' with Kanye West. The song supports Diddy amidst sex trafficking charges. Kanye West, listed as executive producer, showed support at the courthouse. Diddy has pleaded not guilty and could face a life sentence.
The UAE has become the top choice for content creators in the MENA region, with 45% favoring it due to its creative opportunities and photogenic environment. The GCC region is experiencing strong growth in travel and tourism, driving momentum in the content creation space. Influencers are increasingly adopting AI tools and focusing on authenticity and community-building.
A massive explosion rocked a petrol station in Rome's Prenestino district on Friday morning, injuring at least 45 people, including emergency responders. The blast, triggered by a suspected gas leak during fuel-tank refilling, sent a huge fireball into the sky and severely damaged the station.
Senator Thom Tillis of North Carolina announced he will not seek reelection after opposing President Trump's tax and spending proposal. This decision opens up a competitive Senate seat in 2026, offering Democrats an opportunity to gain ground. Tillis, known for occasional bipartisanship, faced criticism from his own party and Trump, who publicly attacked him and celebrated his retirement.
A petition demanding the deportation of Melania Trump, her son Barron, and her parents has gained traction amidst criticism of Donald Trump's plan targeting naturalised citizens. The petition argues for consistent application of deportation policies, referencing Melania's naturalised status and Barron's birth. This follows Congresswoman Maxine Waters questioning Melania's immigration history and the citizenship status of her parents.
In Georgia, Adriana Smith, a brain-dead pregnant Black woman, was kept on life support due to state abortion restrictions. After giving birth prematurely to a son, Chance, via emergency C-section, she was removed from life support. The case highlights the impact of strict abortion laws following the overturning of Roe v Wade, particularly affecting Black women facing medical neglect.
A right-wing Croatian singer, Marko Perkovic, also known as Thompson, ignited controversy after performing a song featuring a pro-Nazi salute at a large concert in Zagreb. Meanwhile, in Turkiye, a 53-year-old man was seriously injured by a lion that escaped from a zoo in Manavgat. The escaped lion was later shot dead after the attack.
California Governor Gavin Newsom is suing Fox News for defamation, alleging the network deliberately misrepresented his phone call with Donald Trump. The lawsuit, seeking $787 million in damages, claims Fox News deceptively edited a video to falsely accuse Newsom of lying about the timing of the call. Newsom demands a retraction and on-air apology to drop the suit.