The World Cup is underway, with Mexico scoring the tournament's first goal through JuliΓ‘n QuiΓ±ones. Japan also received a major setback after captain Wataru Endo withdrew and retired from international football.
More than 1,000 Nigerians in South Africa have reportedly requested voluntary repatriation following recent xenophobic attacks. Nigerian and South African authorities are screening applicants.
Iran announced an end to its latest military operations against Israel, helping calm global markets after days of heightened tensions. Oil prices pulled back from recent spikes, and investors reacted positively.
A powerful earthquake struck near the southern Philippines, triggering tsunami alerts in parts of Asia, including the Philippines, Japan, and Indonesia. Authorities are monitoring coastal areas for possible impacts.
Bitcoin and Ethereum are under pressure today, with crypto market sentiment weakening. Several reports point to heavy selling and a large options expiry event affecting market volatility.
Global stock markets fell as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East increased and investors became more cautious about AI-related stocks. U.S. and European markets were lower, while investors moved toward safer assets.
While most cryptocurrencies are falling, some AI-related crypto projects have been outperforming. Worldcoin (WLD) and other AI-linked tokens have attracted attention amid excitement around AI companies.