Trump administration bans new Chinese humanoid robots

The US and China are locked in a race to the lead the world in robotics and artificial intelligence.

A U.S. Citizen Deleted His Phone’s Data. Now He Faces a Felony Charge.

Federal prosecutors charged a man returning to the United States with obstruction because he gave them a passcode that erased his smartphone during a customs search.

By Adeel Hassan

UPS CEO Says the Amazon Glide Down Is 'Behind Us'

United Parcel Service CEO Carol Tomé says the Amazon glide down "is behind us." The shipping company has been delivering fewer low-margin packages for Amazon. UPS shares fell after its outlook for volume and profit margins underwhelmed investors. Tomé speaks on "Bloomberg The Close." (Source: Bloomberg)

US poised to impose new Russia sanctions package

Measures are the latest sign of Washington’s warming relations with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Saudi Arabia, US carry out strikes on Iran-backed groups in Iraq

Riyadh says its targeted attacks were done in coordination with the US military.

Putin, Russia put on notice as Senate takes crucial step to grind down the Kremlin’s war machine

The bipartisan sanctions bill targets Russian oil and gas while adding Iran penalties, with up to 500% tariffs and 100% on buyers like China.

Iran launches surprise ballistic missile attack on U.S. forces in the Middle East

Centcom in a post on X said that attack originated from Iran, but all missiles were intercepted.

After days of calm, U.S. says it intercepted Iranian missile attack on American troops

Iran launched multiple ballistic missiles at American forces in the Middle East on Tuesday, shattering a brief pause in fighting as mediators tried to get both sides back to negotiations and toward a ceasefire, the U.S. military said.

US posts photo of coastguard working with Taiwan after Beijing starts patrols

The United States has released a rare photo of the American and Taiwanese coastguards operating together at sea, as Beijing expands maritime law enforcement in waters east of the island. The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) – the de facto US embassy in Taipei – posted the undated image on social media on Tuesday, saying the two sides were coordinating on search, rescue, disaster relief and maritime law enforcement. “The United States appreciates Taiwan’s partnership in maritime security and...

By Lawrence Chung

Iran war: US, Saudi Arabia strike Iran-backed Iraqi militias

The US military said it thwarted an "attempted surprise attack" by Iran that came after a days-long lull in fighting. Meanwhile, Israel's Netanyahu hailed an "excellent" meeting with Trump. Follow DW.

Live: US and Saudi Arabia launch strikes on Iraq, target Iran allies

US and Saudi warplanes carried out strikes on Tuesday against Iran-backed militants in Iraq who launched more than two dozen drone attacks in recent days, the US military said. Meanwhile, Iran's Revolutionary Guards said they struck and halted three oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz early Wednesday. Follow our live blog for the latest developments.

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Saudi Arabia has a new, and pricier, workaround to export its oil

Loadings at a Mediterranean port have picked up as Saudi Arabia races to offer its oil to buyers through a lengthier — and more expensive — backdoor.

By Claudia Assis

United States Bans Chinese Humanoid & Quadruped Robots, Citing National Security

Citing security and economic reasons, the U.S. FCC has moved to ban foreign humanoid robots as well as quadruped robots from the American market.

By John Koetsier, Senior Contributor

Iran launched missiles at US bases in Middle East in attempted 'surprise attack,' US CENTCOM said

A US official told The Jerusalem Post that Iran had launched at least four ballistic missiles towards a US military base in Jordan, adding that "This was a major attack."

US Senate advances Russia sanctions as Zelensky visits

The US Senate advanced sweeping Russian energy sanctions legislation as Ukrainian President ⁠Volodymyr Zelensky visited the Capitol, seeing the vote as a tribute to the bill's author, the late Senator Lindsey Graham, on the day of his funeral.

Yemen’s Houthis say they fired missiles at Saudi oil tanker in Red Sea

The ​Iran-aligned group's military spokesperson said ‌the ‌vessel had breached the blockade, ignored ​warning calls and was forced to change course.

US Military Says It Intercepted Missiles Launched By Iran

The US military said Tuesday it had intercepted multiple missiles launched by Iran, in the first flareup in violence in several days.

US, Saudi forces strike Iran-backed 'terrorists' in Iraq: US military

Fiji conjoined twins prepare for life-saving surgery in Saudi Arabia

A pair of rare conjoined twins in Fiji - who were born ten months ago as part of a set of triplets - are about to have separation surgery in Saudi Arabia.

Saudi Aramco closes Jazan oil refinery after Houthi attack

Aramco plans to complete repairs and begin restarting operations by 15 August. The post Saudi Aramco closes Jazan oil refinery after Houthi attack appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Beloved John

Katz reveals US aircraft used Israeli bases to strike Iran

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz revealed Tuesday that U.S. warplanes used Israeli bases to strike Iran and warned Israel was ready to retaliate if targeted. Fighting between...

Growth of the Vacant Housing Stock in the US

The US added 1.51 million housing units (new construction minus demolitions) in 12 months, homes for 3.5 million people. The population grew by 757,000. And vacant housing units continued to surge.

By Wolf Richter

Saudi Arabia and U.S. strike Iran-backed militias in Iraq after drone attacks

Riyadh confirms responsibility for strikes on Iraqi territory for the first time since the U.S.–Iran war began; oil prices rise The post Saudi Arabia and U.S. strike Iran-backed militias in Iraq after drone attacks appeared first on ProtoThema English.

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Yemen and Saudi Arabia: What lies ahead?

TEHRAN – Yemeni attacks on Saudi Aramco facilities send a message that the continuation of the Saudi blockade and aggression will be met with escalating Yemeni retaliation aimed at the pillars of the Saudi economy.