Seoul shares sharply down amid Middle East tensions

IANS | July 13, 2026 9:08 AM

Seoul, July 13 (IANS) Seoul shares extended losses late on Monday morning, led by falls in chipmakers, bucking gains on Wall Street, as renewed tensions in the Middle East weighed on investor sentiment.

Uruguay open talks with Forlan for interim coaching

IANS | July 13, 2026 8:17 AM

New Delhi, July 13 (IANS) Former Uruguay striker Diego Forlan is in talks with the Uruguayan Football Association (AUF) about taking charge of the national team on an interim basis, local media reported.

Former US Security Adviser warns Trump policies driving allies away

IANS | July 13, 2026 7:36 AM

Washington, July 13 (IANS) Former US Deputy National Security Adviser Jon Finer has warned that countries across Europe, Asia and the Middle East are reducing their dependence on the United States, arguing that President Donald Trump’s policies are weakening American partnerships and imposing economic costs at home.