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UK’s Burnham waits in the wings as Starmer resigns, Colombia’s “El Tigre” set to win, US-Iran talks continue

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The two countries remain allies against Russia, but the rift could complicate efforts to rebuff Moscow.

AI becomes a top global concern

Inflation, war, climate change, and now artificial intelligence are among the world’s top concerns, according to a poll of 15 countries.

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At the 2026 US Canada Summit in Toronto, hosted by Eurasia Group and RBC, Ian Bremmer breaks down the idea of a US-China “Thucydides Trap,” where rising and dominant powers collide.

The future of the Democratic party, with Josh Shapiro

As Democrats search for a path forward after 2024, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro argues that voters aren't looking for more political rhetoric - they're looking for results.

A frozen labor market in the US?

The May jobs report showed 172,000 new positions added in the US, double what economists expected. So why do two-thirds of Americans say they're having a hard time finding a good job?

Has America failed in the Middle East? Josh Shapiro thinks so

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro says Trump's Iran war has made America weaker, more isolated, and no closer to a lasting solution in the Middle East.

Is Russia the biggest geopolitical tail risk today?

What is the biggest geopolitical tail risk today? At the 2026 US-Canada Summit, hosted by Eurasia Group and RBC in Toronto, Ian Bremmer assesses the geopolitical risks shaping an increasingly volatile global landscape.

Peru’s Fujimori rocked the boat – can she settle it?

Political upheaval has become a norm in the past decade in Peru – and Keiko Fujimori helped to foster it. Now, she looks set to become president.

The Middle East enters the G-Zero

On June 14, the US and Iran announced a deal to end the war. A signing ceremony is set for Friday. The terms include an immediate ceasefire on all fronts. With both sides spinning the deal as a victory, there are plenty of ways for this to go wrong.

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The two countries remain allies against Russia, but the rift could complicate efforts to rebuff Moscow.

Inflation, war, climate change, and now artificial intelligence are among the world’s top concerns, according to a poll of 15 countries.

At the 2026 US Canada Summit in Toronto, hosted by Eurasia Group and RBC, Ian Bremmer breaks down the idea of a US-China “Thucydides Trap,” where rising and dominant powers collide.

As Democrats search for a path forward after 2024, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro argues that voters aren't looking for more political rhetoric - they're looking for results.

The May jobs report showed 172,000 new positions added in the US, double what economists expected. So why do two-thirds of Americans say they're having a hard time finding a good job?

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro says Trump's Iran war has made America weaker, more isolated, and no closer to a lasting solution in the Middle East.

What is the biggest geopolitical tail risk today? At the 2026 US-Canada Summit, hosted by Eurasia Group and RBC in Toronto, Ian Bremmer assesses the geopolitical risks shaping an increasingly volatile global landscape.

Political upheaval has become a norm in the past decade in Peru – and Keiko Fujimori helped to foster it. Now, she looks set to become president.

On June 14, the US and Iran announced a deal to end the war. A signing ceremony is set for Friday. The terms include an immediate ceasefire on all fronts. With both sides spinning the deal as a victory, there are plenty of ways for this to go wrong.

Sports inspire greatness, determination, and resilience — both on and off the field. Bank of America is proud to celebrate the achievements of and uplift communities through the power of sports. Learn more about how Bank of America supports athletes in life and in the game.

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