Israel demands Hamas disarm within 60 days or face renewed war, amid ongoing strikes and U.S. reconstruction aid tied to security.

Activist investor Elliott acquired over 10% of Norwegian Cruise Line, demanding leadership and strategy changes due to underperformance.

Iowa cancels hearing on near-total abortion ban due to lack of support, focusing instead on illegal abortion pills.

Iran strengthens military and nuclear sites with new fortifications amid stalled diplomacy and U.S. warnings.

Lakers' Deandre Ayton briefly detained in Bahamas for marijuana found in another's bag; released without charges.

A major Paul McCartney and Wings exhibit opens at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this summer, featuring rare memorabilia from 1970 to 1981.

A man was arrested outside the U.S. Capitol for running toward it with a shotgun, sparking a security alert.

Canada's inflation slowed to 2.3% in January, mainly due to lower gasoline prices, reflecting ongoing economic cooling.

New Zealand cuts Auckland’s housing target to 1.6 million amid public pushback, allowing local control over densification.

Telstra's net profit rose 9.4% to A$1.12 billion in six months ending Dec 2025, driven by stronger mobile performance and cost-cutting.