France and the UK intercepted the Russian oil tanker Tagor in the Atlantic, targeting vessels evading sanctions amid the Ukraine conflict. The operation underscores ongoing efforts to enforce maritime sanctions.
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Barry Diller's People Inc. offers $48.30 per share to buy remaining MGM Resorts stock, valuing the casino operator at over $18 billion. The move follows a six-year investment and aims to take MGM private amid industry consolidation.
Israel orders strikes on Hezbollah-controlled southern Beirut suburbs, escalating conflict amid stalled ceasefire efforts. Thousands flee as diplomatic talks continue without resolution.
Five health workers in DR Congo have recovered from Ebola amid an outbreak with over 280 confirmed cases. Officials emphasize early detection, contact tracing, and community cooperation to control the virus.
Moderna's personalized mRNA vaccine halves the risk of melanoma returning within five years, boosting survival and showing low toxicity in a clinical trial. The vaccine trains the immune system to target tumor-specific proteins, offering new hope for high-risk skin cancer patients.
Senate Democrats are intensifying efforts to block the Trump-era $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund amid legal challenges and concerns over taxpayer payouts. A new bill seeks to shut down the fund and bar payments linked to lawsuits by the president or vice president.
The U.S. and Iran exchanged military strikes over the weekend amid ongoing ceasefire talks, with Kuwait intercepting missile and drone attacks. President Trump expressed optimism about a potential deal despite continued hostilities.
UK Bars Political Commentators Cenk Uygur and Hasan Piker Over Israel Criticism
US political commentators Cenk Uygur and Hasan Piker say the UK has barred them from entry, citing their criticism of Israel. British officials described their presence as "not conducive to the public good." Both were scheduled to speak at SXSW London and Oxford University.