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pbs.orgfinance12 hrs ago
Fed Chair Names Task Force Leaders to Review Central Bank Operations
Fed Chair Kevin Warsh announced five task forces with outside co-leaders to examine the central bank's data practices, technology effects, balance sheet, inflation models, and communications. The groups include economists, business executives, and former officials.
americanbanker.comfinance16 hrs ago
Federal Reserve Names Experts to Five Task Forces Reviewing Operations
Chairman Kevin Warsh released the names of experts who will serve on five task forces examining the central bank's communications, data, balance sheet, productivity and jobs, and inflation frameworks. The panels will operate independently and report findings to the Federal Open M…
thehindu.compolitics2 days ago
Trump makes false claims on Greenland, wars, Ukraine aid, investment, and 2020 election
During a Tuesday meeting with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, President Donald Trump repeated several statements that independent reviews have found inaccurate. The claims covered Greenland's security situation, the number of conflicts resolved, U.S. aid totals to Ukraine…
news.sky.comworld4 days ago
Israeli System Detected 850,000 Real-Time Targets Across Gaza and Lebanon Wars
Elbit Systems reported that Israel's Tzayad program identified 850,000 targets from October 2023 through 2025. The figure was presented at a London conference by an Elbit executive who is also an IDF reservist major general. A former U.S. Pentagon targeting adviser called the vol…
kpbs.orgworld4 days ago
Tall Ships Gather in New York for Sail4th 250 Event
A flotilla of warships and historic vessels arrived in New York City as part of Sail4th 250. The gathering marks the nation's 250th anniversary.
rediff.compolitics4 days agoUpdated
Kim Jong Un Observes Cruise-Missile Test on Damaged North Korean Destroyer Kang Kon
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un watched test firings of a strategic cruise missile and other weapons from the 5,000-ton destroyer Kang Kon on July 3. He ordered officials to complete trials and commission the vessel within two months. The ship is the second 5,000-ton warship intr…
nypost.compolitics5 days ago
Naval Review and Tall Ships Parade Held in New York Harbor for U.S. 250th Anniversary
The event on July 4, 2026, featured more than 50 warships and 30 tall ships. Vice President J.D. Vance attended aboard the USS Kearsarge and addressed the crowd.
theiranproject.compolitics6 days ago
U.S. issues statement on possible Russian action in Poland
Washington has alerted Warsaw to intelligence indicating Russia may stage an armed incident on Polish soil within months. The reported goal is to test NATO's response and pressure allies to halt support for Ukraine.
gizmodo.comtechnology7 days ago
The Onion Takes Over InfoWars and Will Air Two New Shows on July 2
The satirical outlet premiered programming on July 2 and pledged donations from merchandise sales to Sandy Hook families. The move follows the 2022 sale of the platform once owned by Alex Jones.
CoinDeskfinance8 days ago
Bitcoin Rises Above $60,700 After Warsh Says Inflation Risks Eased
Bitcoin climbed back above $60,000 for the first time in over a week on Thursday. Fed Chair Kevin Warsh's comments on lower inflation risks provided the lift. Other major tokens and Asian semiconductor stocks also moved.
abcnews.go.comfinance8 days ago
Federal Reserve Chair says AI is a paradigm shift that will likely benefit U.S. economy
Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh said artificial intelligence represents a paradigm shift that will likely make the United States a big winner in the medium term. Warsh spoke at a European Central Bank conference in Sintra, Portugal.
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cnbc.comfinance8 days agoUpdated
Fed Chair Warsh Says Inflation Risks Eased but Traders Raise Odds of July Rate Hike
Kevin Warsh stated that inflation risks have declined in recent weeks while reaffirming the Federal Reserve's 2% target. He spoke at the European Central Bank's annual forum in Sintra on July 1 and declined to preview the July 29 rate decision.
realclearmarkets.comfinance8 days ago
Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh declines to hint at July rate decision
Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh told a policy panel he would not signal the central bank's next move on interest rates. He said the Fed would rely on incoming data and maintain its independence.
cnbc.comfinance9 days ago
Treasury yields rise ahead of Fed Chair Warsh speech
U.S. Treasury yields increased on Wednesday as investors awaited economic data and comments from Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh. Markets priced in a 66.3 percent chance the Fed will hold rates steady at its July meeting.
finance9 days ago
LOT Polish Airlines Flight Lands in Bulgaria After Transponder Issue Prompts Fighter Escort
A Warsaw-to-Tel Aviv flight operated by Electra Airways for LOT Polish Airlines landed in Burgas after an unintentional transponder alert. Israeli and Bulgarian jets responded before contact was restored and the code canceled. Passengers underwent screening on the ground.
deccanchronicle.comfinance9 days ago
Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh Says Less Policy Talk Would Let Markets React to Data
Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh stated that reduced commentary on monetary policy would allow markets to respond more independently to economic indicators. Investors have noted that prior statements already provide substantial guidance.
israelnationalnews.comworld9 days ago
Israeli fighter jets scrambled to passenger plane after contact lost
Israeli fighter jets were sent toward a civilian aircraft flying from Warsaw to Tel Aviv after a security code was triggered. The plane reported a technical issue and was later denied landing permission in Israel.
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thehindu.comworld11 days ago
UK to Procure at Least Six Common Combat Vessels After Cancelling Type 83 and Type 32 Plans
The Royal Navy will procure at least six common combat vessels instead. The shift follows cancellation of prior warship programs and comes ahead of the Defence Investment Plan release.
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news.google.compolitics11 days ago
UK government shifts naval funding from new warships to drone systems
The government has redirected funds previously allocated for new destroyers and frigates toward drone technology under its Defence Investment Plan. The change follows the resignation of the former defence secretary over spending levels.
rte.iepolitics12 days ago
Russian Singer Diana Loginova Performs at Warsaw Festival After Saint Petersburg Arrest
Nineteen-year-old Diana Loginova and her fiancé Alexander Orlov took the stage at the Outloud festival in Warsaw on June 12. The pair had been imprisoned in Russia seven months earlier for performing songs critical of the government.
thestreet.combusiness12 days ago
Atlanta Fed Resumes Search for New President After Pause for Fed Chairman Transition
The Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta restarted its hunt for a successor to Raphael Bostic. The process had paused ahead of Kevin Warsh taking office in late May. The new president will vote on interest rates beginning in 2027.
Washington Examinerfinance13 days ago
Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh Holds First Press Conference
Kevin Warsh conducted his first press conference as Federal Reserve chairman on June 17. Alan Greenspan, a former chairman, died at age 100 five days later. Warsh stated the central bank will focus on price stability.
insurancejournal.comworld13 days ago
Russian Warship Fires Warning Shots After British Yacht Approaches in English Channel
A British couple sailing their yacht Bright Future encountered the Russian frigate Admiral Grigorovich on 16 June. The vessel fired warning shots from about 500 yards away in international waters south of the Isle of Wight. British and Russian accounts differ on whether the yacht…
cnbc.comfinance13 days ago
Federal Reserve Chairman Adds Two Internal Economists as Advisors
Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh named two division-level economists to advisory posts. The moves follow his announcement of five task forces reviewing Fed operations.
vanguardngr.comworld15 days ago
North Korea Launches 5,000-Ton Destroyer Choe Hyon
North Korea has commissioned its largest warship to date, the 5,000-ton Choe Hyon. The vessel is reported to carry nuclear-capable missiles. Officials described the deployment as part of efforts to project power at sea.
world15 days ago
Germany Cancels Largest Naval Shipbuilding Contract Over Delays
Germany has terminated its largest naval procurement program in decades after repeated delays in an anti-submarine warship project. The decision affects plans to modernize the country's naval forces.
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theiranproject.comfinance16 days ago
Germany Plans to Cancel Largest Warship Project Since World War II
Berlin is preparing to drop the F126 frigate program after repeated cost increases and schedule slips. The Financial Times reported that the decision follows years of delays on what would have been Germany's biggest warship since 1945.
Washington Examinerfinance18 days ago
Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh Forms Five Task Forces to Review Policy Areas
Kevin Warsh, the new Federal Reserve chairman, announced five internal task forces during his first post-meeting press conference on June 17, 2026. The groups will examine communications, the balance sheet, data sources, productivity and jobs, and inflation frameworks.
middleeasteye.netpolitics19 days ago
Turkish officials announce plan to expand naval fleet by nearly 20 percent
Turkish officials stated they are building more than 50 warships, with over 15 designated for export. The expansion would increase the size of the naval fleet by almost 20 percent.
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Euronewspolitics20 days ago
Jordan Bardella Begins Two-Day Visit to Poland to Meet Political Leaders
The National Rally leader held closed-door meetings in Warsaw with President Karol Nawrocki and Krzysztof Bosak before planned visits to Frontex headquarters and the Polish-Belarusian border.
Atlantic Councilfinance20 days ago
Fed Chair Warsh Shortens Statement and Ends Forward Guidance but Reaffirms 2 % Inflation Target
Kevin Warsh held his first press conference as Federal Reserve chair on June 17 and announced changes to the central bank’s communications and internal reviews while inflation stood at 4.2 percent.
cnbc.comfinance22 days ago
Federal Reserve Holds Rates Steady; New Chair Holds First Press Conference
The Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged and released updated economic projections. Kevin Warsh conducted his first press conference as chair, answering questions on inflation, growth, and future policy signals.
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pravdareport.compolitics22 days ago
Russian Warship Fires Warning Shots at British Yacht in English Channel
A retired British couple on a yacht reported that a Russian frigate fired warning shots near their vessel in the English Channel. Officials assessed the encounter as an isolated incident involving a drifting warship and said no further diplomatic steps would be taken.
theiranproject.comworld23 days ago
U.S. and Iran Reach First-Stage Deal to End Regional Wars
A leaked draft agreement between the U.S. and Iran would end fighting across multiple fronts in the Middle East and provide economic relief for Tehran. The deal covers war termination in Lebanon and other areas.
France 24finance23 days ago
Polish Civilians Join One-Day Army Training Sessions Near Warsaw
Polish civilians are participating in voluntary one-day army training courses designed to prepare them for potential conflict. The program called "Always Ready" has drawn strong interest as Poland increases defense spending amid regional tensions.
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Benzingafinance23 days ago
U.S. Stock Futures Mixed as Markets Await Fed Rate Decision
U.S. stock futures showed mixed performance on Wednesday ahead of the Federal Open Market Committee interest rate announcement. Markets priced in a near-certain chance the central bank will hold rates steady under new Chairman Kevin Warsh.
pravdareport.compolitics23 days ago
Russian Warship Fires Shots Near British Yacht in English Channel
A Russian Navy warship fired shots near a British yacht in the English Channel. A Liberal Democrat spokesperson described the incident as a reminder of Russian naval activity in the area.
insurancejournal.compolitics23 days ago
Russian Warship Fires at British Yacht Near Isle of Wight
A Russian Navy vessel fired shots at a British couple sailing their yacht in the English Channel. The couple reported no prior warning and said they followed maritime rules. A Conservative MP called the incident a reminder of security threats.
pravdareport.compolitics23 days ago
Russian Warship Fires Warning Shots at British Sailing Vessel
A Russian warship fired shots near a British recreational sailing vessel in the English Channel. A former British Army spokesperson called for NATO to invoke Article 4 in response to recent incidents.
Japan Timesworld23 days ago
Japan Revises Defense Export Rules and Advances Warship Talks With Indonesia
Japan revised its defense equipment transfer rules in April and has held multiple high-level meetings with Indonesia on possible transfers of retired destroyers. Officials completed a short-notice visit to Jakarta on June 12-13 focused on maritime security cooperation.
nypost.comworld26 days ago
YouTuber Flees to Mexico After Criminal Charges in Lego Dispute
A California YouTuber known as Reckless Ben left the United States for Mexico after criminal charges were filed in a dispute over a $200,000 Star Wars Lego collection. The case began as a business disagreement and expanded into online campaigns, legal actions, and reported threat…
France 24politics26 days ago
NATO Weighs Europe Defense Plans After U.S. Cuts Aircraft and Warships
NATO's top military officer is considering alternative plans to defend Europe from Russia after the United States announced reductions in aircraft and warships for a security crisis.
thehindu.comworld27 days ago
Tel Aviv holds first full Pride march since 2023
Rainbow flags and floats returned to Tel Aviv streets for the annual event. The parade marked the first full-scale edition since the October 2023 attack and subsequent wars.
axios.compolitics28 days ago
U.S. to reduce fighter jets in Europe from 150 to 100
The United States plans to cut the number of fighter jets stationed in Europe by one-third and reduce available warships for NATO operations. The changes also include removing all eight aerial refueling tankers and lowering naval reconnaissance aircraft from 26 to 15.
thehindubusinessline.compolitics29 days ago
G7 Leaders to Meet June 15-17 in Evian-les-Bains
France hosts the annual summit with leaders from seven nations and the European Union. Wars in Ukraine and the Middle East top the agenda.
Usa Todaypolitics31 days ago
President Trump says he did not guarantee no war with Iran
President Trump told NBC's Meet the Press that he made no pledge against starting wars. He said U.S. strikes on Iran aim to stop its nuclear program and do not count as endless wars.
New York Postpolitics31 days ago
Are U.S. and Israel on the Same Page in Mideast Wars?
President Trump has voiced his frustration with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel, but it is not clear how able he is to rein in Israeli military action.
channel4.comfinance32 days ago
President Trump Says Fed Should Not Raise Rates After Strong Jobs Report
President Trump stated that the Federal Reserve would be wrong to raise interest rates following a May jobs report that exceeded forecasts. His comments came ahead of nominee Kevin Warsh chairing his first policy meeting on June 16-17.
sabcnews.compolitics34 days ago
North Korea orders navy to build 10,000-tonne destroyer
North Korean state media reported that the country’s leader directed construction of a 10,000-tonne destroyer and development of underwater weapons ahead of a visit by China’s leader. The announcement came during an inspection of two 5,000-tonne warships.
ukdefencejournal.org.ukworld34 days ago
U.S. Forces Intercept Iranian Missiles Aimed at Kuwait and Bahrain
U.S. forces intercepted six Iranian ballistic missiles and one drone targeting Kuwait and Bahrain on June 6. Iran reported firing warning missiles toward U.S. warships in the Gulf of Oman. Officials in Lebanon and Iran issued statements on the ongoing conflict.
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Nprpolitics37 days ago
Live: Russian warship at Baltic Fleet base struck overnight, Ukraine says
The Ukrainian military said Wednesday it struck Russia’s Boikiy warship at its Baltic Fleet base overnight, causing a massive fire aboard the ship. Russia said it would continue to strike Ukraine "systematically" after Ukrainian drones hit an oil terminal and naval base in Saint…
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news.sky.comfinance37 days ago
Warsh Seeks Outside Advisers for Federal Reserve Reforms
Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh appointed two interim advisers shortly after taking the post. One previously contributed to a conservative plan calling for major changes at the central bank.
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nbcnews.comworld37 days ago
Defense News Marks 40 Years of Defense Coverage Since 1986
The publication has chronicled major U.S. military reforms, conflicts, and technological shifts from the Goldwater-Nichols Act through the return of great-power competition. Coverage spans four decades of command restructuring, wars, industrial consolidation, and emerging domains…
notesfrompoland.comworld38 days ago
Rail Europe Adds Leo Express Routes to Booking Platform, Marking Third Partnership in Three Months
Rail Europe announced a partnership with Leo Express on June 2, 2026, allowing single-platform bookings for routes connecting Prague, Krakow, Warsaw, Ostrava and Olomouc.
uctoday.comworld38 days ago
FlixBus Launches Seasonal Kraków-to-Hel Coastal Route for Summer Tourism Season
FlixBus introduced a 13-hour seasonal bus service numbered 666 from Kraków to the Baltic resort town of Hel. The route operates through the summer tourism season and includes stops in Warsaw.
upi.comfinance39 days ago
Trump Names Kevin Warsh to Succeed Powell as Fed Chair; Powell Defends Central Bank Independence
Former Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said the central bank would lose credibility if any administration could dismiss officials over policy disagreements. His remarks came while accepting an award at the JFK Presidential Library in Boston.
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The Sydney Morning Heraldbusiness40 days ago
China’s Delivery Riders Earn More in Beijing as Platforms Adapt to Regulation
Three Beijing riders describe daily order volumes, earnings and living conditions while Meituan and rivals absorb regulatory penalties for price wars and unlicensed kitchens.
ABC Newsworld41 days ago
Disney Releases Toys Tied to 2026 Summer Films
Merchandise linked to upcoming Spider-Man, Star Wars, and Toy Story releases is entering stores. The products are timed with the theatrical schedule for the coming months.
variety.comworld41 days ago
Horror Film Based on YouTube Series Sets A24 Preview Record
A new horror movie adapted from a YouTube series grossed $10.4 million in Thursday previews, exceeding the studio's prior record. The film is positioned to surpass the second-weekend performance of a current Star Wars release.
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South China Morning Postworld41 days ago
China Reports Electronic Interference With Dutch Warship Near Paracel Islands
The PLA Southern Theatre Command stated that a Dutch frigate entered waters near the Paracel Islands without permission and that Chinese forces responded with electronic interference. The incident occurred on Wednesday.