The Fed held interest rates at 3.50%-3.75% in a divided 9-3 vote, as inflation concerns and Mideast oil price pressures complicate the path to its 2% target.
A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck Japan's Kumamoto Prefecture on July 28, killing 13 people, injuring hundreds, and triggering rescue operations, power outages and a tsunami advisory.
On June 10, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi became India's longest-serving elected Prime Minister, completing 4,399 consecutive days in office and surpassing Jawaharlal Nehru's record. On June 14, Modi is in Nice, France, co-inaugurating Bharat Innovates 2026 with President Macron, reinforcing India's global standing.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off with Mexico defeating South Africa 2-0 at Estadio Azteca in a controversial match featuring three historic red cards. Hosts Mexico dominated with goals from Santiago Gimenez and Raul Jimenez as South Africa played with nine men.
