The Guardian

Fisa spy powers almost certain to expire after Congress fails to act – US politics live

Law due to expire at midnight tonight following unhappiness over Trump’s pick for intelligence chiefA key provision of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (Fisa) is due to expire on Friday night amid a backlash to Trump’s announcement that Bill Pulte, head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency and a major Republican donor, would be acting DNI.While Trump has moved to contain the furor – announcing his nomination of another top official, Jay Carney, to take the role on a permanent basis – U

general  Jun 12, 2026

NY Times World

With iPhones and Faxes, David Hockney Embraced Tech

Polaroids and photocopiers also gave the artist possibilities for creating in forms vastly different from his paintings.

general  Jun 12, 2026

The Guardian

China arrests US academic at conference for ‘espionage activities’

Arrest of Min Zin, who writes about Myanmar and Chinese foreign policy, comes just month after Trump visit to BeijingChina has arrested a US scholar who writes about Myanmar and Chinese foreign policy on suspicion of spying.Min Zin was suspected of “engaging in espionage activities that endanger China’s national security,” China’s ministry of foreign affairs spokesperson, Lin Jian, said on Friday. Continue reading...

general  Jun 12, 2026

The Guardian

Barclays to buy GoHenry kids’ debit card and money app

High street bank to buy UK business from US fintech company Acorns as it targets young peopleBusiness live – latest updatesBarclays is to buy an app designed to help children understand and manage their money, as it targets young people in affluent families.The high street bank has agreed to buy the UK business of GoHenry, which provides children with personalised debit cards carrying their name, from the US fintech company Acorns, which will retain GoHenry’s US branch. Continue reading...

general  Jun 12, 2026

The Guardian

A powerful US surveillance law is set to expire – what happens now?

Congress has failed to reauthorize section 702 of Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act amid questions over its futureDonald Trump’s bid to install a controversial ally as the country’s leading intelligence official has shone a light on the wide reach of a powerful surveillance law, and raised questions over its future.Privacy advocates say it deserves scrutiny, and reform, regardless of who the US president appoints as director of national intelligence (DNI). Continue reading...

general  Jun 12, 2026

BBC World

David Hockney: Art's great innovator whose vivid paintings made him a household name

The proud Yorkshireman, who also painted iconic pictures of America, was routinely described as Britain's greatest artist.

general  Jun 12, 2026

WSJ World News

Germany’s Bundesbank Cuts Growth Expectation, Raises Inflation Forecast as War Drags On

The central bank expects German inflation on an EU-harmonized basis to climb to 2.9% this year, considerably higher than the 2.2% it anticipated in December.

general  Jun 12, 2026

NY Times World

Iran War Live Updates: Tense Calm Grips Mideast as Trump Again Claims Deal Is Close

President Trump said he had called off new attacks on Iran and that a peace agreement could be signed this weekend. A spokesman for Iran’s foreign ministry said, “Nothing has been finalized.”

general  Jun 12, 2026

NY Times World

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NY Times World

Bring the Kids and Grab Some Barbecue: A Day at the Ukrainian Drone Races

Competitions that give soldiers a brief break from the front have a festival-like atmosphere, a mix of potentially deadly weapons and frolicking children.

general  Jun 12, 2026

WSJ World News

U.K. Economy Contracted in April After Strong Start to Year

GDP fell by 0.1% following an increase in March, with the fallout from the Iran war set to further weaken activity.

general  Jun 12, 2026

NY Times World

World Cup Ticket Prices in Mexico City Too Expensive for Most Fans

The opening game in Mexico City took place amid weeks of protests from groups including teachers’ unions complaining about pay and pensions.

general  Jun 12, 2026

NY Times World

Neither Peace Nor War: Iran Conflict Leaves World in Dangerous Limbo

Since announcing a nominal cease-fire two months ago, Iran, Israel and the U.S. have remained locked in low-intensity violence that has become a new normal.

general  Jun 12, 2026

The Guardian

‘They are thugs thriving on division’: residents voice disgust and shame at Belfast rioters

People tell of feeling alienated in own city, disruption to daily life including healthcare, and frustration with politiciansBelfast residents have reacted with anger and disgust at the disorder in the city in response to a an online callout by the Guardian.People were asked if they had been affected by the unrest sparked by the stabbing of Stephen Ogilvie in the city earlier in the week. Continue reading...

general  Jun 12, 2026

The Guardian

‘I only want justice’: bereaved families seek closure one year on from Air India crash

Relatives of those killed on flight AI171 are still struggling to obtain answers about what happenedWhen Sagar Patel’s mother boarded Air India flight AI171 on 12 June last year, she called her son as she always did before takeoff. The flight was due to leave Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel airport in Ahmedabad, in the western Indian state of Gujarat, and was destined for Gatwick.“We always had a little traditional thing,” said Patel, a business manager from London. “Once she got on the flight, she wou

general  Jun 12, 2026

NY Times World

A Globe-Spanning Collection of Children’s Art May Lose Its Home

For 40 years, a museum in Norway has showcased art by children from around the world, even toddlers. Now it has lost the state support it depended on.

general  Jun 12, 2026

Washington Post World

Why a notably warm start to the year foreshadows what’s ahead

2027 has notably high odds of becoming the warmest year on record, with the latest projections showing nearly an 80 percent chance.

general  Jun 12, 2026

Washington Post World

Behind veneer of normalcy in Dubai, war fatigue and a sense of uncertainty

In the United Arab Emirates, there is a growing sense that the U.S.-Israeli war has taught Tehran how to menace its adversaries even without developing a nuclear bomb.

general  Jun 12, 2026

BBC World

'I will come home safely': Indian sailor's last words to wife before a US strike killed him

Patnala Suresh and his wife were looking forward to celebrating their 15th wedding anniversary this month.

general  Jun 12, 2026

The Guardian

Ariana Grande rebukes White House for using her music in ‘barbaric, inhumane’ ICE video

Grande is the latest in a series of pop musicians including Sabrina Carpenter and SZA who have been angered by Trump administration videosAriana Grande has rebuked Donald Trump’s White House over use of her music in a video documenting the detaining of immigrants.Earlier this week, the White House posted a montage of ICE agents handcuffing and detaining people, with the caption “Bye-bye President Trump has delivered the most secure border in history”. It was soundtracked by Grande’s 2024 song B

general  Jun 12, 2026