After the murder of Julius Caesar, Brutus had an aureus minted showing him with a laurel wreath: a sign of his ambition to become emperor. A valuable gold coin – with propaganda value.
Rare Roman Brutus coin auctioned for 1.98 million euros
US Congress passes key funding bill to avert government shutdown
Linda Park
EUROPEAN UPDATE
This morning, Europe prepares for key economic discussions.
Focus on energy policies and digital regulations dominates the agenda.
Keir Starmer Rebukes Calls to Resign Amid Labour Party Dissent
Robbie Robertson
What’s going on?
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has rejected calls from his party to resign. The calls intensified amid ongoing criticisms of his leadership