Opinion
EU Eyes Iceland Referendum as Positive Signal for Enlargement Strategy
Brussels believes a potential Icelandic vote on EU membership could strengthen the bloc's expansion narrative, even as Iceland remains cautious.
· By Jonas Weber
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World
Liberia Agrees to Host Up to 1,200 Non-National Deportees from U.S.
The West African nation has accepted a U.S. proposal to temporarily shelter third-country nationals facing deportation, part of Washington's broader immigration enforcement strategy.
· By Amina Diallo
Technology
Philippines Achieves Digital Payments Goal
The country has successfully hit its target for digital payments, marking a significant milestone in its financial digitization push.
· By Maria Santos
Business
Carney and Trump Hold Last-Minute Talks as U.S. Tariff Deadline Nears
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and U.S. President Donald Trump spoke twice this week as Ottawa scrambles to avert new 50 percent tariffs set to take effect at midnight Wednesday.
· By Mark Ocampo
Business
Carney, Trump Hold Fresh Talks as Tariff Deadline Nears
The Canadian prime minister and U.S. president spoke again, with Washington set to unveil new reciprocal tariffs.
· By Rachel Goldstein
Weather & Disasters
Venezuela quake toll climbs to 6,438 as rescue ops continue
The death toll from the powerful earthquake that struck Venezuela has risen to 6,438, with rescue teams still searching for survivors amid the rubble.
· By Alejandro Gomez