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XRP surged following an announcement by Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is dropping its appeal in the long-running lawsuit against the payments company. The cryptocurrency saw an increase of nearly 11%, reaching $2.52.

The European Commission and the High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy have unveiled the European Defence White Paper – A Roadmap for Readiness 2030, outlining a strategic plan to strengthen Europe’s defence capabilities. The initiative, part of the broader Rearming Europe/Readiness for 2030 framework,

Europol has warned that artificial intelligence (AI) is significantly enhancing organized crime, posing a growing threat to the stability of European societies. In a report released on Tuesday, the agency underscored the increasing intersection of criminal networks with state-sponsored efforts

The World Bank Group hosted the second Global Digital Summit in Washington, D.C., bringing together leaders from the public and private sectors to accelerate digital transformation and bridge the global digital divide. The event underscored the urgency of expanding access

Global trade surged to a record $33 trillion in 2024, marking a 3.7% expansion worth $1.2 trillion, according to the latest Global Trade Update released by UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD). Despite this growth, the report warns of increasing uncertainty

NASA and SpaceX successfully launched a long-anticipated crew mission to the International Space Station (ISS) on Friday, paving the way for the long-overdue return of U.S. astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams. The two veteran astronauts have been aboard the

Ocean degradation poses a significant threat to communities and human rights worldwide, particularly the right to a healthy environment, according to a United Nations independent expert. Astrid Puentes Riaño, Special Rapporteur on the human right to a clean, healthy, and

Etihad Airways has launched bookings for its new service connecting Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport (AUH) with Kualanamu International Airport (KNO) in Medan, Indonesia. The airline will commence operations on the route starting October 2, 2025, with three weekly flights

United Nations human rights experts have issued a stark warning regarding Myanmar’s escalating food security crisis, describing the situation as an unprecedented humanitarian emergency with severe implications for human rights. The experts stressed that deteriorating conditions are placing millions at

A joint report by the World Health Organization (WHO) and UNICEF has revealed that Europe recorded its highest measles rate since 1997, with 127,350 cases reported in 2024, double the number recorded in 2023. The sharp rise underscores significant gaps