A roundup of top global stories: Newsom's delayed fire response in California, Iran's finance minister ousted amid economic woes, and Israel's blockade of Gaza. Read more...

Syria grapples with Israeli airstrikes near Tartous, distrust from Israel regarding its new government, and the ongoing threat of landmines claiming lives, including civilians and security personnel. Read more...

China retaliates with tariffs on US goods, while experts warn of a potential recession triggered by trade disputes. Canadian stocks emerge as potential winners amid the turmoil, and Qualcomm eyes Chinese stimulus. Read more...

Reddit's co-founder joins the TikTok acquisition race, while a digital bank offers incentives to curb social media use. Plus, a look at the Great Depression. Read more...

Recent news from Spain includes the dismantling of a human trafficking ring, a growing wealth gap between generations, and political debates over transgender athletes. Read more...

Syria grapples with rising food and transport costs as it receives support from Russia in the form of diesel and currency shipments. The Syrian lira weakens against major currencies. Read more...

A roundup of Syrian sports news, including the national football team's World Cup qualifier against Pakistan, the decline of handball due to corruption, and the impact of rising prices on sports clubs. Read more...

Russia faces economic headwinds while seeking drone production in Belarus. Meanwhile, European banks profit in Russia, and a new AI player emerges amidst global growth concerns. Read more...

Germany's startup scene is thriving, pensions are up, but debates rage over energy policy. Plus, a 'Spiegel' editor faces conflict of interest questions. Read more...

Syria faces a complex situation three months after the fall of the Assad regime, with economic struggles, internal conflicts, and accusations of external interference. Jordan extends border hours to ease movement. Read more...

Hyundai's Inster EV aims for affordability and flexibility, while economist Enzo Weber remains optimistic about the job market despite economic challenges. Plus, hackers target Bybit. Read more...

China merges 11 cities into a mega-city, a massive gas field undergoes expansion, and Russia's economy faces a severe downturn. Read more...