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Big tech rules, agriculture among issues in US trade talks with South Korea
South Korea was one of the first countries to start U.S. trade talks when both sides agreed in April to craft a package aimed at removing tariffs, but it is now seeking an extension to the 90-day pause on 25% tariffs set to expire on July 9. Trade...

At 82, Liberty Navy veteran remains a ‘Gold Star’ child
EDITOR’S NOTE: This is part of a series highlighting local veterans that runs Mondays through Veterans Day. To suggest a veteran contact Metro Editor Marly Reichert at mreichert@tribtoday.com or call her at 330-841-1737. LIBERTY — Carl New-Hensley...

S$1.5b nickel fraud trial: Accused swindler Ng Yu Zhi declines to testify, defence closes case
SINGAPORE: Ng Yu Zhi, the businessman at the heart of an alleged nickel investment fraud involving almost S$1.5 billion (US$1.17 billion), declined to testify in his case on Monday (Jul 7). Ng, 38, who ran Envy Global Trading and Envy Asset...

A Transatlantic Reckoning: Why Europe Needs a New Pact Beyond Defence Spending
The European Union faces an existential choice: succumb to economic nationalism or forge a new transatlantic order. Emerging from the shadow of the Covid-19 pandemic, the European Union faltered in its quest for a truly federal future. Despite the...

Monday’s HotCopper trends: Northern Star forecast, AML3D Navy handshake | July 7
Join our daily newsletter At The Bell to receive exclusive market insights It’s been a relatively interesting start to Week 28 on the ASX, with tomorrow’s impending RBA rate call (for which I tipped ‘cut’ on the HotCopper podcast) pushing traders...

In-state CB Jayden Covil commits to Virginia, shares thoughts on defense fit and trust in coaches
Chesapeake (Va.) Oscar Smith cornerback Jayden Covil took his time to make a decision but he is staying home. The 5-foot-10, 160-pound Covil made his first visit to Virginia in 2021, he was offered by the Cavaliers in late October and he committed...

WATCH: Anthony Volpe’s father voices displeasure to Mets fan in Yankees shortstop's defense
During the New York Yankees' Subway Series finale against cross-town rivals the New York Mets on Sunday, a controversial moment involving Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe's father went viral. In a video doing the rounds on social media, Anthony...

At the request of South Korea, Valve pulled a mod from Steam that glorified the country's military dictatorship
First reported by Korean gaming website This Is Game, and in English by Automaton, Valve acquiesced to a South Korean government request that it remove an offensive Mount and Blade: Warband mod from Steam last month. Notably, the mod has been...

Rickey Hunley Interview: Can SMU’s secondary be the strength of the defense?
On this edition of the On The Pony Express Podcast, Billy Embody is joined by SMU cornerbacks coach Rickey Hunley, who breaks down his position group, summer workouts and more on the Mustangs! Texas insurance rates are ridiculous. Call Mark...

Four killed and 1,000 displaced in Kachin State’s Hpakant; Arakan Army ‘retreats’ from Rakhine State’s Kyaukphyu
Four killed and 1,000 displaced in Kachin State’s Hpakant Hpakant Township residents in Kachin State told DVB that at least four civilians were killed and three others were injured by artillery during fighting between the Kachin Independence Army...

Airbus Helicopters inks two MoUs with Malaysian aerospace, defence players
(Front) Dubrule and Nonee pose for photographs during the signing ceremony. KUCHING (July 7): Airbus Helicopters is collaborating with key players in the Malaysian aerospace and defence sectors to foster industrial cooperation in aerospace...

BRICS condemns Pahalgam terror attack, military strikes against Iran
The BRICS grouping on Sunday (July 6) condemned the Pahalgam terror attack in the strongest terms and echoed India's position to pursue a "zero tolerance" approach towards terrorism and called for shunning double standards in countering the...

Italys Bridge to Nowhere Shows Defense-Boom Risks
(Bloomberg Opinion) -- The defense boom in Europe is as close to a tech-style gold rush as the Old Continent can offer. Armaments stocks are outperforming Nvidia Corp., and defense-themed funds are amassing billions in anticipation of rising...

Lamar Jackson Isn’t Staying Silent as Puma Forced to Terminate Contract of Popular Figure
“Always keep God first because, without Him, there is no Lamar Jackson.” That’s not just a passing line. That’s Lamar Jackson‘s foundation. While the NFL world buzzed with trade rumors, contract standoffs, and reports that the Ravens were...

‘Disruptive’ All-Pro Projected to Land Big Contract With Broncos
Getty Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton coaches from the sidelines against the Arizona Cardinals. The Denver Broncos’ recent track record under general manager George Paton of extending players is good news for Zach Allen, and the timing is...

Ukraine Strikes Russian Electronic Weapons Facility as Putin and Trump Speak on Phone
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Ukraine attacked a strategic Russian military facility in Cheboksary, Chuvash Republic, on Saturday night, July 5, 2025. The attack targeted JSC VNIIR-Progress, a Russian state-owned institution that develops electronic warfare...

Army ROTC Program to shut down by summer 2026
Cal Poly’s Army ROTC program is set to shut down by the end of the 2026-2027 academic year, according to Matt Lazier. Cadets who finished their second or third academic year will be able to finish their degrees and commissions at Cal Poly. Cal...

Weapons pause by Trump signals shift away from foreign wars
WASHINGTON, D.C.: President Donald Trump is drawing praise from his core supporters after halting key arms shipments to Ukraine, a move seen as reinforcing his promise to reduce U.S. involvement in foreign wars. The pause affects critical air...

AML3D hits four-year high on boosted relationship with US Navy
Join our daily newsletter At The Bell to receive exclusive market insights Metal additive 3D printing company AML3D (ASX:AL3) has popped 6% on Monday, to 25cps, as the company strengthens its relationship with the U.S. Navy – leaving open the...

Air Force Brigade 918 receives Second-class Fatherland Protection Order
Defense Minister General Phan Van Giang sent a letter of congratulations to the unit. Deputy Defense Minister Sr. Lt. Gen. Le Huy Vinh attended the event. Over the past 50 years, the brigade has successfully accomplished all assigned missions...