Messi has his first World Cup hat trick as defending champion Argentina beats Algeria 3-0 in opener

White House talking points claim victories in initial Iran deal but often don't meet reality

The White House claims victory in Iran negotiations via talking points, despite secrecy surrounding the actual agreement and skepticism from Congress regarding nuclear weapons, oil routes, and Lebanese conflicts.

A far-right backlash is surging in Latin America as crime fears fuel Bukele-style crackdowns

Latin America shifts right as voters embrace tough-on-crime populists. Rising violence and extortion fuel support for Bukele-style tactics, challenging progressive leaders who struggle to balance safety with democratic values.

AP Exclusive: Nvidia's Jensen Huang says society needs 'new social norms' in the age of AI

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang discusses AI's societal impact, national security, and the urgent need for increased energy production while addressing his close relationship with President Donald Trump in Texas.

A New York House primary has become an AI industry family feud with millions in corporate spending

Assemblyman Alex Bores' congressional bid sparks an expensive proxy war between tech giants over AI regulation, pitting OpenAI-backed groups against those supported by Anthropic and crypto billionaires.

Interim US-Iran deal leaves the thorniest issue still to be negotiated: Tehran's nuclear program

U.S. and Iran enter a 60-day window to negotiate nuclear terms, facing intense skepticism due to the complexity of prior deals and the current administration's truncated timeline.