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Wall Street ends sharply higher on US-Iran ceasefire

U.S. stocks closed sharply higher on Wednesday after a last-minute, two-week ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran

Wall Street ends sharply higher on US-Iran ceasefire
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BofA's trading desk avoided a single daily loss in Q1 amid market turmoil

Recent market volatility, partly due to the War in Iran, continues to boost Wall Street profits

BofA's trading desk avoided a single daily loss in Q1 amid market turmoil
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Trump administration cannot nix legal status of 5,000 Ethiopians, US judge rules

A federal judge on Wednesday halted a move by U.S.

Trump administration cannot nix legal status of 5,000 Ethiopians, US judge rules
Europe|MidEast|US|World

Trump criticizes NATO over Iran in meeting with alliance's boss

U.S.

Trump criticizes NATO over Iran in meeting with alliance's boss
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Foreign investors pour $18.65 billion into Japanese stocks on return after three weeks

Japanese stocks witnessed a huge influx of foreign funds in the week through April 4, a turnaround from three successive weeks of selling, with investor sentiment stabilizing ahead

Foreign investors pour $18.65 billion into Japanese stocks on return after three weeks
Asia|Business|Political|World

Myanmar's Min Aung Hlaing appoints new cabinet, military still dominates

Myanmar's parliament approved a list of 30 ministers to serve in the cabinet of junta chief Min Aung Hlaing on Thursday following his appointment as president last week, with the

Myanmar's Min Aung Hlaing appoints new cabinet, military still dominates
Education|Political|Science|Technology|World

Carney speaks with Artemis II crew as Canada’s first lunar astronaut makes history

Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney spoke to astronauts on the Artemis II mission on Wednesday, celebrating the first Canadian to fly around the moon and marking a lighter

Carney speaks with Artemis II crew as Canada’s first lunar astronaut makes history
Economy|Political|World

Trump's abrupt Iran reversal exposes limits of his leverage

Donald Trump's dramatic climbdown from his chilling threat to wipe out Iran's civilization has exposed the limits

Trump's abrupt Iran reversal exposes limits of his leverage
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump says US military to stay around Iran; threatens action if Tehran fails to comply with deal

U.S.

Trump says US military to stay around Iran; threatens action if Tehran fails to comply with deal
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Singapore expected to tighten monetary policy as energy crisis fans inflation

Singapore is poised to tighten monetary policy at a review next week, with the Middle East war driving up energy prices, stoking inflation and darkening

Singapore expected to tighten monetary policy as energy crisis fans inflation
Business|Economy|Environment|World

BHP's incoming CEO met with Chinalco boss in China this week

BHP Group's incoming CEO, Brandon Craig, met with the chairman of Chinalco in Beijing this week and discussed further cooperation, the Chinese aluminium giant said on

BHP's incoming CEO met with Chinalco boss in China this week
Asia|Political|World

US senator urges Taiwan parliament to pass stalled defence spending plan

Taiwan's parliament should pass a stalled special defence budget to send a signal to China and the world that it is serious about peace through strength, U.S.

US senator urges Taiwan parliament to pass stalled defence spending plan
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US Senate to vote on resolution to curb Trump's Iran war powers

U.S. lawmakers will try again next week to pass a resolution to halt the Iran war and force President Donald Trump to obtain Congress' approval for

US Senate to vote on resolution to curb Trump's Iran war powers
Political|World

As US and Iran talk truce, Israel digs in for a 'forever war'

Even as the U.S. and Iran seek to cement a ceasefire, Israel is seizing more territory from its neighbours in preparation for

As US and Iran talk truce, Israel digs in for a 'forever war'
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Lawyer says guards beat and pepper-sprayed detainees at Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz'

A lawyer says guards severely beat and pepper-sprayed detainees at a state-run immigration detention center known as “Alligator Alcatraz” in the Florida Everglades

Lawyer says guards beat and pepper-sprayed detainees at Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz'
Economy|Environment|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

UK to call for toll-free Strait of Hormuz, wants Lebanon in ceasefire deal

British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper will say on Thursday that shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, which carries around a fifth of the world's oil and gas, must be toll-free,

UK to call for toll-free Strait of Hormuz, wants Lebanon in ceasefire deal
Asia|Business|Economy|World

BOJ chief says Japan's financial conditions remain accommodative

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda said on Thursday real interest rates are clearly negative and keeping the country's financial conditions accommodative.

BOJ chief says Japan's financial conditions remain accommodative
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Goldman Sachs lowers second-quarter 2026 oil price forecasts

Goldman Sachs trimmed its second‑quarter 2026 forecasts for Brent and U.S. crude to $90 and $87 a barrel, respectively, late on Wednesday, after the U.S. and Iran agreed on a two-

Goldman Sachs lowers second-quarter 2026 oil price forecasts
MidEast|Political|World

Lebanon must be covered by ceasefire agreement, French foreign minister says

The ceasefire agreed by Iran and the United States must also cover military actions in Lebanon, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said on Thursday, adding France

Lebanon must be covered by ceasefire agreement, French foreign minister says
Business|Economy|World

German exports rise more than expected in February

BERLIN, April 9 - German exports rose more than expected in February, increasing by 3.6% compared with the previous month, data from the federal statistics office showed on Thursday.

German exports rise more than expected in February
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There's a Gulf between market hopes and reality

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Wayne Cole. It's the day after and reality is intruding into market hopes of peace and prosperity in the Middle East.

There's a Gulf between market hopes and reality
Business|Environment|Political|World

Iran says peace talks would be 'unreasonable' following Israeli strikes

Israel pounded Lebanon with its heaviest strikes yet on Wednesday, killing

Iran says peace talks would be 'unreasonable' following Israeli strikes
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China's March bank lending seen surging on post-holiday rebound: Reuters poll

Chinese banks likely extended significantly more new loans in March than in February, according to a Reuters poll on Thursday, driven by improved

China's March bank lending seen surging on post-holiday rebound: Reuters poll
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STOXX 600 logs best day in over 4 years as Iran truce fuels relief rally (April 8)

(Corrects headline and paragraph 2 in news item dated April 8 to say STOXX 600 posts biggest one-day gain in more than four years, not in a year.)

STOXX 600 logs best day in over 4 years as Iran truce fuels relief rally (April 8)
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As ties warm, Vietnam's top leader schedules China visit

Vietnam's top leader To Lam will visit China next week, Chinese state news agency Xinhua said on Thursday, as ties between the two nations continue to warm.

As ties warm, Vietnam's top leader schedules China visit
Political|World

Israel's pounding of Lebanon is 'deeply damaging', UK foreign minister says

British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper said on Thursday that Israel's pounding of Lebanon was "deeply damaging" and risked destabilising the ceasefire between the United

Israel's pounding of Lebanon is 'deeply damaging', UK foreign minister says
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskyy pursues more arms deals with allies

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says his country's top priority is securing help to buy and build more air defense systems

Ukraine's Zelenskyy pursues more arms deals with allies
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Seven & i delays listing of North America business

Seven & i Holdings said on Thursday it has pushed back the timing of the listing of its North American operations to the financial year starting April 2027 or later, rather

Seven & i delays listing of North America business
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Dramatic video shows Oklahoma high school principal tackle, disarm gunman as students flee

Newly released video shows a high school principal in Oklahoma tackling and disarming a former student who entered the lobby of the school and began firing a pistol

Dramatic video shows Oklahoma high school principal tackle, disarm gunman as students flee
Business|Economy|Europe|World

German industrial output fall points to weak quarter, economists say

German industrial production fell unexpectedly in February, with economists saying the weakness pointed to disappointing first quarter for Europe's

German industrial output fall points to weak quarter, economists say
Asia|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|World

Millions vote as India begins series of state elections

Millions of Indians queued to vote in local elections in two states on Thursday, kicking off four key contests this month amid a war in the Middle East that has

Millions vote as India begins series of state elections
Science|Technology|Travel|World

NASA Artemis II astronauts prepare to end moon mission in 'fireball' re-entry

Four astronauts traveling back to Earth from the far side of the moon on NASA's Artemis II mission spoke of their emotions as they wrapped up the

NASA Artemis II astronauts prepare to end moon mission in 'fireball' re-entry
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Lucky Strike maker BAT brings back former executive to fill CFO role

British American Tobacco named Dragos Constantinescu as its chief financial officer on Thursday, bringing back a former executive who had spent 16 years at the tobacco giant before

Lucky Strike maker BAT brings back former executive to fill CFO role
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Glencore, Taiwan refiner book tankers to load Middle East oil after ceasefire

Commodities trader Glencore and Taiwan's state refiner CPC have chartered a tanker each to load Middle Eastern crude

Glencore, Taiwan refiner book tankers to load Middle East oil after ceasefire
MidEast|Political|World

Lebanon seeks temporary ceasefire to allow broader talks with Israel, official says

Lebanon has spent the last 24 hours advocating for a temporary ceasefire to allow for broader talks with Israel, a senior Lebanese official told Reuters, saying it would be

Lebanon seeks temporary ceasefire to allow broader talks with Israel, official says
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Italy says EU should consider pausing budget rules if Iran crisis persists

European Union authorities should consider a temporary suspension of budget deficit rules if the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran flares up again, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni

Italy says EU should consider pausing budget rules if Iran crisis persists
Political|Travel|World

Hostage stand-offs and disputed comments: Past papal visits to Africa

Pope Leo leaves on Monday for a visit to four countries in Africa, in an ambitious tour to urge world leaders to address the needs of the continent.

Hostage stand-offs and disputed comments: Past papal visits to Africa
Asia|Political|Travel|World

Taiwan opposition leader talks peace with China as her party skips defence talks in Taipei

Birds not missiles should fly in the skies, Taiwan opposition leader Cheng Li-wun said on Thursday in Shanghai in a plea for peace, as government lawmakers in Taipei

Taiwan opposition leader talks peace with China as her party skips defence talks in Taipei
Science|Technology|World

North Korea unveils cluster-bomb missile, electronic warfare capability

North Korea tested a new cluster-bomb warhead on a ballistic missile and an electromagnetic weapon this week, state media KCNA reported on

North Korea unveils cluster-bomb missile, electronic warfare capability
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Japan's consumer mood worsens as Iran war clouds chance for April rate hike

Japan's consumer confidence worsened in March at a pace unseen since the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, a government survey showed, swelling the toll on a

Japan's consumer mood worsens as Iran war clouds chance for April rate hike
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Romanian president appoints chief prosecutors despite opposition

Romania's centrist President Nicusor Dan appointed seven chief prosecutors and deputies late on Wednesday despite opposition from civil society and the country's top

Romanian president appoints chief prosecutors despite opposition
Economy|Political|World

China hopes 'relevant parties' can grasp chance at peace in Iran war

China's foreign ministry said it hoped the "relevant parties can grasp this chance at peace and bring the region back to stability as soon as possible" after the U.S. and

China hopes 'relevant parties' can grasp chance at peace in Iran war
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Relief rally hits pause

A look at the day ahead in U.S. and global markets by Amanda Cooper Wednesday’s relief rally looked fragile heading into Thursday, as the recently agreed two‑week

Relief rally hits pause
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|World

Mercedes Q1 sales down in tough 'transition year' for China business

Mercedes-Benz reported a sales slump at the start of 2026 as the tough Chinese market continued to pressure the German premium carmaker during an overhaul of its model

Mercedes Q1 sales down in tough 'transition year' for China business
Business|Environment|Travel|World

Typhoon flipped over cars and ripped away roofs on US islands in the Pacific Ocean

A super typhoon in the Pacific Ocean flipped over cars and ripped away tin roofs on the remote Northern Mariana Islands

Typhoon flipped over cars and ripped away roofs on US islands in the Pacific Ocean
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

US-Iran truce should extend to Lebanon, EU's top diplomat says

The ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran should extend to Lebanon, EU's top diplomat Kaja Kallas said on Thursday, adding that Iran-backed Lebanese

US-Iran truce should extend to Lebanon, EU's top diplomat says
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

India to grow at 6.6% in FY27, says World Bank; risks from West Asia crisis persist

India's expected economic growth of 6.6% for fiscal 2027 could face significant risks as the Iran war fans inflation

India to grow at 6.6% in FY27, says World Bank; risks from West Asia crisis persist
Economy|Environment|Political|World

As Trump claims victory, Iran emerges bruised but powerful with leverage over Hormuz

Nearly six weeks of war in Iran have ended, for now, with President Donald Trump claiming victory, but the U.S.-Iran ceasefire locks in a harsh reality: an

As Trump claims victory, Iran emerges bruised but powerful with leverage over Hormuz
Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|World

Italy working to restore freedom of navigation in Hormuz, Meloni says

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said on Thursday that restoring freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz was of vital interest

Italy working to restore freedom of navigation in Hormuz, Meloni says
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Trump threatens 50% tariffs on countries supplying Iran with weapons

U.S.

Trump threatens 50% tariffs on countries supplying Iran with weapons
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US container imports down 1% in March, Descartes says

U.S. container import volumes fell 1.1% in March from last year, supply chain technology provider Descartes Systems Group said on Thursday.

US container imports down 1% in March, Descartes says
Asia|Business|Economy|World

China's car exports accelerate despite disruption from Mideast crisis

Car exports, an increasingly important source of growth for China's hyper-competitive auto sector, picked up pace in March despite shipment disruptions from the crisis in

China's car exports accelerate despite disruption from Mideast crisis
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Fighting between Sahel-based jihadist rivals spills into Niger

The West African affiliates of al Qaeda and Islamic State have clashed in Niger for the first time, according to a statement from one of the groups, a

Fighting between Sahel-based jihadist rivals spills into Niger
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|World

Italy pledges emergency funds to reopen rail, motorway after landslide on key Adriatic corridor

Italy's government moved on Thursday to limit disruption from a major landslide that cut rail and motorway links along a key north-south transport corridor, declaring a state

Italy pledges emergency funds to reopen rail, motorway after landslide on key Adriatic corridor
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Dubai’s DAE and Blackstone launch $1.6 billion annual aircraft leasing programme

Dubai Aerospace Enterprise and Blackstone Credit and Insurance have agreed to launch a joint aircraft leasing investment programme targeting annual deployment

Dubai’s DAE and Blackstone launch $1.6 billion annual aircraft leasing programme
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Gulf states eye cheap Ukrainian interceptor drone as Iranian attacks drain missile stocks

Gulf states including Saudi Arabia and the UAE are exploring a $2,500 Ukrainian-designed interceptor drone as a cheaper way to counter Iranian

Gulf states eye cheap Ukrainian interceptor drone as Iranian attacks drain missile stocks
Business|Science|Technology|World

Pentagon's ouster of Anthropic opens doors for small AI rivals

Small defense industry artificial intelligence startups are suddenly fielding calls from generals, combatant commanders and deep-pocketed investors, after

Pentagon's ouster of Anthropic opens doors for small AI rivals
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Travel|World

Airline and travel industries see no immediate relief from Iran ceasefire

U.S.

Airline and travel industries see no immediate relief from Iran ceasefire
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Texas Democrat Talarico faces tough test with Black voters in Senate race

By Bianca Flowers and Nolan D.

Texas Democrat Talarico faces tough test with Black voters in Senate race
Business|Economy|Finance|World

IMF strikes staff-level deal with Sri Lanka on $700 million in funding

The International Monetary Fund reached a staff-level pact with Sri Lanka, which will unlock financing of about $700 million once approved, the lender said on

IMF strikes staff-level deal with Sri Lanka on $700 million in funding
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Health|Political|World

Over 1 million Sudanese refugees in Chad face drastic aid cuts, UN says

More than a million Sudanese refugees face drastic cuts in life-saving aid such as food and water unless donors fill a funding shortfall of over $400 million,

Over 1 million Sudanese refugees in Chad face drastic aid cuts, UN says
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Uniqlo-owner Fast Retailing flags record year after strong quarter

The Japanese owner of clothing brand Uniqlo raised its full-year forecast on Thursday, flagging another record year, as international growth produced a

Uniqlo-owner Fast Retailing flags record year after strong quarter
Americas|Crime|Political|World

US court dismisses appeal from former Honduran president Hernandez

A U.S. court on Wednesday dismissed an appeal by former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernandez and ordered a prior judgment to be vacated, a court document showed, following his

US court dismisses appeal from former Honduran president Hernandez
Crime|Political|US|World

US Army veteran charged with leaking classified information to journalist

A U.S.

US Army veteran charged with leaking classified information to journalist
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

Iran war doubles Russia's main oil revenue to $9 billion in April, Reuters calculations show

Russia will see revenue from its biggest single oil tax double to $9 billion in April due to the oil and gas crisis triggered by the U.S. and Israeli attack on Iran,

Iran war doubles Russia's main oil revenue to $9 billion in April, Reuters calculations show
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Constellation Brands posts smaller‑than‑expected quarterly sales drop on steady Mexican beer demand

Corona beer maker Constellation Brands posted a smaller-than-expected drop in fourth-quarter sales on

Constellation Brands posts smaller‑than‑expected quarterly sales drop on steady Mexican beer demand
Crime|Education|Europe|Political|World

Russia brands Nobel-winning rights group Memorial an extremist movement

Russia's Supreme Court designated human rights group Memorial as an "extremist" movement on Thursday, a move the group said marked

Russia brands Nobel-winning rights group Memorial an extremist movement
Africa|Political|World

Pope doubles down on peace and unity message as Trump's criticism continues

Pope Leo XIV is again emphasizing the need for peace and dialogue despite criticism from U.S. President Donald Trump

Pope doubles down on peace and unity message as Trump's criticism continues
Crime|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Sweden blames pro-Russian group for cyberattack last year on its energy infrastructure

The Swedish government says a pro-Russian actor was behind a cyberattack on a heating plant in western Sweden last year

Sweden blames pro-Russian group for cyberattack last year on its energy infrastructure
Business|Economy|Europe|Travel|World

US property purchases in Spain rise as Americans seek high-end homes

Home purchases in Spain by U.S. citizens rose 3% last year, even as total foreign purchases dipped, with real estate agents citing concerns over President

US property purchases in Spain rise as Americans seek high-end homes
Economy|Health|Science|World

WHO says vaccinations save millions in Africa, but US aid cuts and Iran war threaten progress

The World Health Organization says vaccination programs across Africa have saved more than 50 million lives over the past five decades, but progress is slowing in some countries

WHO says vaccinations save millions in Africa, but US aid cuts and Iran war threaten progress
Americas|Crime|World

Bahamas police arrest Michigan man after wife vanishes at sea

Bahamian authorities have arrested a Michigan man whose wife went missing at sea over the weekend, police in the Caribbean nation told Reuters on

Bahamas police arrest Michigan man after wife vanishes at sea
Business|Europe|Technology|World

EU threatens to force Meta to restore WhatsApp full access for rival AI chatbots

European Union regulators plan to order Meta to reverse a move that limits AI chatbots from rival companies accessing WhatsApp

EU threatens to force Meta to restore WhatsApp full access for rival AI chatbots
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Japan watchdog checks banks' private credit exposure amid global strains, source says

Japan's financial regulator has been conducting checks on private credit exposure at major financial institutions, a source told Reuters

Japan watchdog checks banks' private credit exposure amid global strains, source says
Africa|Crime|World

British man appears in court charged with being member of al Shabaab

A British man appeared in a London court on Thursday charged with having trained and fought as a commando with al Shabaab militants in Somalia over 15 years ago.

British man appears in court charged with being member of al Shabaab
Business|Economy|World

Mitsui O.S.K. awaits safety clarity, government guidance to move vessels from the Gulf, CEO says

Japan's Mitsui O.S.K.

Mitsui O.S.K. awaits safety clarity, government guidance to move vessels from the Gulf, CEO says
Crime|Europe|World

Russia hands Ukraine 1,000 war dead

Ukraine and Russia exchanged the bodies of deceased soldiers on Thursday, officials said.

Russia hands Ukraine 1,000 war dead
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Halt to Iran attacks means Netanyahu's corruption trial will resume on Sunday

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's long-running corruption trial will resume on Sunday, the courts' spokesperson said on Thursday, hours after

Halt to Iran attacks means Netanyahu's corruption trial will resume on Sunday
Political|World

Iran's president says Israeli strikes on Lebanon render negotiations meaningless

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Thursday that Israeli strikes on Lebanon violate the ceasefire agreement and would render negotiations meaningless.

Iran's president says Israeli strikes on Lebanon render negotiations meaningless
Business|Economy|World

Brazil to release $1.37 billion from severance fund for 10 million workers, O Globo reports

Brazil's government will release 7 billion reais ($1.37 billion) from the workers' severance fund FTGS to benefit around 10 million workers, news outlet O Globo reported

Brazil to release $1.37 billion from severance fund for 10 million workers, O Globo reports
Election|Europe|Political|World

Hungary's opposition Tisza retains lead over PM Orban's Fidesz, poll shows

Hungary's centre-right Tisza party leads Prime Minister Viktor Orban's ruling Fidesz ahead of a parliamentary election scheduled for Sunday, a poll showed on Thursday.

Hungary's opposition Tisza retains lead over PM Orban's Fidesz, poll shows
Crime|Europe|World

Russian authorities detain investigative journalist, state media reports

Oleg Roldugin, an investigative journalist for independent Russian newspaper Novaya Gazeta, was detained on Thursday in a case involving alleged misuse of personal data,

Russian authorities detain investigative journalist, state media reports
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BBC will cut up to 2,000 jobs to reduce costs by about 10%

The BBC plans to cut up to 2,000 jobs to save 10% of its annual budget

BBC will cut up to 2,000 jobs to reduce costs by about 10%
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‘Textbook blasphemy’: Notre Dame students surprised and dismayed by Trump’s feud with Pope Leo

‘Textbook blasphemy’: Notre Dame students surprised and dismayed by Trump’s feud with Pope Leo

‘Textbook blasphemy’: Notre Dame students surprised and dismayed by Trump’s feud with Pope Leo
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

White House confident Warsh will lead Fed in May

White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett said on Thursday that he was confident Kevin Warsh would start as Federal Reserve chairman in May and that he did not expect

White House confident Warsh will lead Fed in May
Crime|Political|World

Peru faces record field in election, corruption and crime top voter concerns

Peruvians head to the polls on April 12, hoping to break a cycle of political turmoil that has prevented any president from completing a

Peru faces record field in election, corruption and crime top voter concerns
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wall St opens muted over fragile Mideast truce; inflation data parsed

Wall Street's main indexes opened muted on Thursday after rallying in the previous session, as cracks emerged in the fragile Middle East ceasefire, while investors parsed through

Wall St opens muted over fragile Mideast truce; inflation data parsed
MidEast|Political|World

Pakistan says Lebanon's PM seeks support for immediate end to attacks

Pakistan said Lebanon Prime Minister Nawaf Salam had sought Islamabad's support for bringing an immediate end to the attacks targeting Lebanon and its people in a phone

Pakistan says Lebanon's PM seeks support for immediate end to attacks
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

US fourth-quarter GDP growth revised lower to a 0.5% rate

U.S. economic growth slowed more than previously estimated in the fourth quarter amid downgrades to business investment, including inventory accumulation, but corporate

US fourth-quarter GDP growth revised lower to a 0.5% rate
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Chevron sees Iran war oil boost, warns hedging to weigh

Chevron said on Thursday it expected first-quarter upstream earnings to rise between $1.6 billion and $2.2 billion from the previous quarter, fueled by higher oil

Chevron sees Iran war oil boost, warns hedging to weigh
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

Chinese foreign minister visits Pyongyang to advance relations

Beijing stands ready to work with North Korea to further improve ties, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi told his North Korean counterpart on Thursday during a visit to

Chinese foreign minister visits Pyongyang to advance relations
Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|World

Woman who built B-29 bombers during World War II celebrates her 101st birthday with her family

Woman who built B-29 bombers during World War II celebrates her 101st birthday with her family

Woman who built B-29 bombers during World War II celebrates her 101st birthday with her family
Health|Science|World

US CDC delays publishing report showing COVID vaccine benefits, WaPo reports

The acting director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has delayed publication of a CDC report showing the COVID-19 vaccine cut the likelihood of emergency

US CDC delays publishing report showing COVID vaccine benefits, WaPo reports
Health|World

Lebanon's hospitals may run out of vital medical supplies within days, WHO warns 

Some of Lebanon's hospitals could run out of life-saving trauma medical kits within days as supplies near depletion following mass casualties from

Lebanon's hospitals may run out of vital medical supplies within days, WHO warns 
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Drone maker AEVEX eyes $2.35 billion valuation in US IPO

Drone maker AEVEX said on Thursday it was targeting a valuation of up to $2.35 billion in its U.S. initial public offering, the latest defense firm looking

Drone maker AEVEX eyes $2.35 billion valuation in US IPO
Business|Science|Technology|World

Swiss-based Terra Quantum plans to list on Nasdaq via SPAC at $3.25 billion valuation

Terra Quantum said on Thursday it plans to list on Nasdaq this year through a merger with a U.S. special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) in a deal that

Swiss-based Terra Quantum plans to list on Nasdaq via SPAC at $3.25 billion valuation
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Austria demands Israel stop attacking civilian targets in Lebanon

Austria's foreign ministry on Thursday called on Israel to stop attacking civilian targets in Lebanon, and said the Austrian members of a U.N. peacekeeping force there must

Austria demands Israel stop attacking civilian targets in Lebanon
World

A toll for using Hormuz would be a 'dangerous precedent', UN's ship agency says

Imposing a toll on ships sailing through the critical Strait of Hormuz would "set a dangerous precedent" and countries should not impede freedom of navigation, the UN's

A toll for using Hormuz would be a 'dangerous precedent', UN's ship agency says
Business|Economy|World

FedEx reaches tentative wage deal with pilots after years of talks

FedEx and a union representing more than 5,000 of its pilots reached a tentative deal on Wednesday, paving the way for wages increases after years of negotiations.

FedEx reaches tentative wage deal with pilots after years of talks
Business|Economy|World

US wholesale inventories post biggest increase in 13 months

U.S. wholesale inventories increased by the most in 13 months in February, boosted by sharp rises in the stocks of professional and electrical equipment, government

US wholesale inventories post biggest increase in 13 months
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Kremlin says Russia has right to defend itself from 'piracy' after report of warship escort near UK

The Kremlin said on Thursday that Russia had the right to defend itself from what it called piracy after a British newspaper reported that a Russian navy frigate had

Kremlin says Russia has right to defend itself from 'piracy' after report of warship escort near UK
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Germany's Merz: we do not want NATO to split over U.S.-Iran war

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Thursday he did not want the NATO alliance to split over the Iran war but played down reported threats by U.S.

Germany's Merz: we do not want NATO to split over U.S.-Iran war
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

UniCredit says control of Commerzbank would trigger bid for Poland's mBank

UniCredit said acquiring control of Commerzbank would obligate it to bid for the roughly 30% of Poland's mBank that Commerzbank does not already own,

UniCredit says control of Commerzbank would trigger bid for Poland's mBank
Business|Economy|Health|US|World

US FAA proposes fining American, Southwest over alleged drug, alcohol violations

The U.S.

US FAA proposes fining American, Southwest over alleged drug, alcohol violations
Crime|Environment|Political|World

Israel approves dozens of new settlements in West Bank, watchdog says

Israel has approved the establishment of dozens of new Jewish settlements in the West Bank, an Israeli watchdog group

Israel approves dozens of new settlements in West Bank, watchdog says
Business|Economy|US|World

Cash-strapped US Postal Service suspends contributions to pension plan

The U.S.

Cash-strapped US Postal Service suspends contributions to pension plan
MidEast|Political|World

Netanyahu: Israel wants to start peace talks with Lebanon 'as soon as possible'

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Thursday that he has given an instruction for Israel to begin peace talks with Lebanon that would also include the

Netanyahu: Israel wants to start peace talks with Lebanon 'as soon as possible'
Business|Crime|Economy|World

Brazilian court removes BYD from list of firms linked to forced labor

A Brazilian court has issued an injunction removing Chinese automaker BYD from a government list of firms accused of employing workers in slavery-

Brazilian court removes BYD from list of firms linked to forced labor
Crime|Europe|World

Masked security agents raid Russian newspaper in Moscow and arrest journalist

Security officers raided the Moscow office of leading independent Russian newspaper Novaya Gazeta on Thursday and state media said a prominent journalist had been arrested.

Masked security agents raid Russian newspaper in Moscow and arrest journalist
Economy|Finance|Political|World

Brazil eyes strict budget curbs and tax‑break limits in 2027, Mello says

Brazil will keep trimming its budget this year despite elections and will likely turn in 2027 to an unprecedented use of stricter

Brazil eyes strict budget curbs and tax‑break limits in 2027, Mello says
Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Iranian delegation to reach Islamabad Thursday, Iran's ambassador to Pakistan says

An Iranian delegation will arrive in Pakistani capital Islamabad on Thursday night for talks to resolve conflict with the U.S. and Israel, Iran's ambassador to Pakistan

Iranian delegation to reach Islamabad Thursday, Iran's ambassador to Pakistan says
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Hungary's election could end Orban era and reshape its place in Europe

Viktor Orban, uniquely endorsed by both U.S.

Hungary's election could end Orban era and reshape its place in Europe
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Airbus delivers 60 aircrafts in March

Airbus delivered 60 aircrafts in March, bringing first-quarter deliveries to 114 jets, down 16% from the same point last year, the European planemaker said on Thursday.

Airbus delivers 60 aircrafts in March
Asia|Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Dozens of states condemn attacks on U.N. peacekeepers in Lebanon

Dozens of states issued a joint statement at the United Nations on Thursday condemning "unacceptable aggressive behavior" toward U.N. peacekeepers in Lebanon and calling for

Dozens of states condemn attacks on U.N. peacekeepers in Lebanon
Europe|World

'We are not some piece of ice': Greenland hits back at Trump's Arctic insult

Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen called on NATO allies to stand together to defend international law as he pushed back against U.S.

'We are not some piece of ice': Greenland hits back at Trump's Arctic insult
Business|Economy|Sports|World

Olympics-LA28 opens Olympic ticket sales globally after strong local presale

Ticket sales for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics opened globally on Thursday after what organizers said was a record-setting first week of local presales,

Olympics-LA28 opens Olympic ticket sales globally after strong local presale
Economy|Health|Science|World

US fertility rates drop to record low in 2025 as births fall

The U.S. fertility rate hit a record low last year, extending a nearly two-decade decline, provisional data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

US fertility rates drop to record low in 2025 as births fall
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

North American pension funds stick with private credit bets

Several big North American pension systems are standing by their private credit holdings even as the sector faces choppy waters, a sign of both the

North American pension funds stick with private credit bets
Crime|Education|World

Israeli settlers block Palestinian kids' path to school with tear gas and barbed wire

Palestinian schoolchildren trying to return to class this week for the first time since the Iran war started were blocked by an impromptu barbed wire fence erected overnight by Israeli settlers

Israeli settlers block Palestinian kids' path to school with tear gas and barbed wire
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

IMF's Georgieva expects war to trigger demand for up to $50 billion in Fund support

International Monetary Fund chief Kristalina Georgieva on Thursday said the global lender expected near-term demand for IMF financial support to rise

IMF's Georgieva expects war to trigger demand for up to $50 billion in Fund support
Travel|World

After Trump’s latest broadside, pope says ‘world needs to hear’ message of peace

After Trump’s latest broadside, pope says ‘world needs to hear’ message of peace

After Trump’s latest broadside, pope says ‘world needs to hear’ message of peace
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Italy sees slower GDP growth due to high energy costs, economy minister says

Italy is preparing to cut its GDP growth estimates to factor in the negative impact of rising energy prices, Economy Minister Giancarlo

Italy sees slower GDP growth due to high energy costs, economy minister says
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US spirits maker Sazerac explores deal with Jack Daniel's owner, WSJ reports

Privately held U.S.-based alcoholic beverage maker Sazerac is exploring a deal with Jack Daniel's maker Brown-Forman, the Wall Street Journal reported on Thursday, citing people

US spirits maker Sazerac explores deal with Jack Daniel's owner, WSJ reports
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Spain ramps up criticism of Israel, US, defying Trump threats

Spain decried Israeli strikes on Lebanon as well as the broader war on Iran on Thursday, cementing Madrid's role as an outspoken critic of

Spain ramps up criticism of Israel, US, defying Trump threats
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Central banks must balance energy inflation with demand softening, IMF's Georgieva says

Central bankers must be prepared to tighten monetary policy to avoid an inflationary spiral if war-driven energy price shocks are

Central banks must balance energy inflation with demand softening, IMF's Georgieva says
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

American Airlines set to resume US flights to Venezuela as soon as April 30

American Airlines said on Thursday it aims to resume flights to Venezuela as soon as April 30 after winning approval from the U.S.

American Airlines set to resume US flights to Venezuela as soon as April 30
Sports|World

Lehigh sets Division I record with 20 runs in first inning of 38-6 victory over Coppin State

Lehigh set an NCAA Division I baseball record by scoring 20 runs in the first inning of a 38-6 victory over Coppin State

Lehigh sets Division I record with 20 runs in first inning of 38-6 victory over Coppin State
World

Some trades ahead of Trump policy moves raise questions

Some of U.S.

Some trades ahead of Trump policy moves raise questions
MidEast|Political|World

Hezbollah lawmaker says group rejects direct negotiations with Israel

Hezbollah lawmaker Ali Fayyad said on Thursday that the group rejected direct negotiations with Israel and that the Lebanese government should demand a ceasefire as a

Hezbollah lawmaker says group rejects direct negotiations with Israel
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IMF's Georgieva says finalizing quota review would ensure 'scary' lending firepower

The International Monetary Fund needs to complete the 16th quota review approved in 2023 to ensure that it has "scary" financial

IMF's Georgieva says finalizing quota review would ensure 'scary' lending firepower
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Iran war raises demand for US fuel, boosting Gulf Coast refining margins

U.S.

Iran war raises demand for US fuel, boosting Gulf Coast refining margins
Business|Environment|Political|Technology|World

US House to vote on aviation safety bill next week

The U.S.

US House to vote on aviation safety bill next week
Election|Finance|Political|World

House Democrats will try anti-corruption message to gain traction against Trump

House Democrats are launching what they call an anti-corruption task force in an attempt to strengthen ethics rules and protect voting access

House Democrats will try anti-corruption message to gain traction against Trump
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Mexico inflation spikes in March, fueling debate within divided central bank

A rift within Mexico's central bank over the future of interest rates was thrown into sharp relief on Thursday, as new

Mexico inflation spikes in March, fueling debate within divided central bank
Business|Europe|Finance|Sports|World

Nike closes in on UEFA ball deal as Adidas bows out

By Nicholas P.

Nike closes in on UEFA ball deal as Adidas bows out
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

After criticizing the pope, Trump slams Italy's Meloni over lack of support for Iran war

Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni's relationship with Donald Trump appears strained

After criticizing the pope, Trump slams Italy's Meloni over lack of support for Iran war
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Russian special envoy Dmitriev in US, meeting Trump administration members, sources say

Russian President Vladimir Putin's special envoy Kirill Dmitriev is currently in the U.S. and is meeting members of U.S.

Russian special envoy Dmitriev in US, meeting Trump administration members, sources say
Political|World

UN envoy meets Iran deputy minister and visits bombed sites in Tehran

U.N.

UN envoy meets Iran deputy minister and visits bombed sites in Tehran
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

White House says it warned staff against market bets amid Iran war

The White House warned staff against improperly leveraging their positions to place bets in futures markets in an email on March 24, a day after President Donald Trump ordered a

White House says it warned staff against market bets amid Iran war
Crime|Entertainment|US|World

Melania Trump's full remarks on Jeffrey Epstein

First lady Melania Trump, in a rare White House address to the nation on Thursday, denied any relation to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, the subject

Melania Trump's full remarks on Jeffrey Epstein
Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Dollar struggles to rebound as fragile US-Iran ceasefire keeps markets wary

A fragile calm reigned across currency markets on Thursday as traders kept their eyes fixed on whether the ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran would hold,

Dollar struggles to rebound as fragile US-Iran ceasefire keeps markets wary
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump weighs pulling some US troops from Europe amid NATO strains, official says

U.S.

Trump weighs pulling some US troops from Europe amid NATO strains, official says
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Panama president seeks to calm China tensions

Panamanian President Jose Raul Mulino on Thursday sought to calm tensions with China, striking a conciliatory tone a day after his foreign minister

Panama president seeks to calm China tensions
Business|Technology|World

Chinese business hired lobbying firm with ties to Don Jr, then scored a win in Washington

A lobbying firm led by one of Donald Trump Jr.'s hunting buddies helped a Chinese company make its case to a U.S. national security watchdog, public

Chinese business hired lobbying firm with ties to Don Jr, then scored a win in Washington
Business|Economy|Finance|US|World

US Postal Service seeks to hike stamp prices to 82 cents

The cash-strapped U.S.

US Postal Service seeks to hike stamp prices to 82 cents
Business|Economy|World

US Treasury yield forecasts creep up, but strategists cling to benign inflation view: Reuters poll

U.S.

US Treasury yield forecasts creep up, but strategists cling to benign inflation view: Reuters poll
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Oil pares gains to close up 1% as Israel plans peace talks with Lebanon

Oil prices closed up 1% but settled below $100 for the second straight session on Thursday in volatile trading as a fragile Middle East ceasefire held

Oil pares gains to close up 1% as Israel plans peace talks with Lebanon
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Equities turn around on renewed Middle East hopes, oil pares gains 

MSCI's global equities gauge gained modestly on Thursday while the dollar lost ground and oil's rally narrowed, after Israel sought

Equities turn around on renewed Middle East hopes, oil pares gains 
Africa|Crime|Travel|World

US expands Nigeria travel warning, lets embassy staff leave Abuja

The United States has urged its citizens to reconsider travel to Nigeria and authorised the departure of non‑emergency U.S. government employees and their families from the

US expands Nigeria travel warning, lets embassy staff leave Abuja
Business|Economy|Environment|Travel|World

American Airlines, Alaska Air hike checked baggage fees amid soaring fuel prices

American Airlines and Alaska Air said on Thursday they are hiking checked baggage fees, as carriers seek to pass on soaring jet fuel costs linked to escalating tensions in the

American Airlines, Alaska Air hike checked baggage fees amid soaring fuel prices
Arts|Business|Economy|Europe|Science|Technology|World

OpenAI pauses UK data centre project over regulation, costs

ChatGPT-maker OpenAI is pausing its main data centre project in Britain over an unfavourable regulatory environment and high energy costs, dealing a blow to the

OpenAI pauses UK data centre project over regulation, costs
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Starmer, Trump discussed opening Strait of Hormuz, Downing Street says

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer spoke with U.S.

Starmer, Trump discussed opening Strait of Hormuz, Downing Street says
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

USTR's Greer sees no changes in data rules that bar Chinese vehicles from US

U.S.

USTR's Greer sees no changes in data rules that bar Chinese vehicles from US
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Trading Day: Ceasefire sends stocks higher

U.S. stocks rallied on Thursday, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq clocking their seventh daily gain, as investors shrugged off a rise in oil prices

Trading Day: Ceasefire sends stocks higher
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

US-Iran ceasefire: what we know

Here is what we know following Tuesday evening's dramatic reversal by U.S. President Donald Trump of his threats to attack Iran's civilian infrastructure. 

US-Iran ceasefire: what we know
Interview|Political|World

Cuban president urges US dialogue without conditions of political change - NBC interview

Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel told NBC News that the country has asked U.S.

Cuban president urges US dialogue without conditions of political change - NBC interview
Europe|Science|Technology|World

UK says it deployed military to deter Russian submarines from attack on undersea cables

Britain deployed military vessels to prevent any attacks on cables and pipelines by Russian submarines that spent more than a month in and

UK says it deployed military to deter Russian submarines from attack on undersea cables
Education|Environment|Health|Science|World

Scientists stunned as chimpanzees turn on friends in killing spree

For two decades, researchers observed members of the Ngogo chimpanzee group of Kibale National Park in Uganda spend their days eating fruits and leaves, resting,

Scientists stunned as chimpanzees turn on friends in killing spree
Health|Political|Science|World

Kennedy broadens vaccine advisory panel's role to focus on risks

U.S. Health Secretary Robert F.

Kennedy broadens vaccine advisory panel's role to focus on risks
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Trump says Iran should not charge fees to tankers going through Strait of Hormuz

President Donald Trump said on Thursday Iran should not charge fees to tankers going through the Strait of Hormuz, which has been blockaded since the

Trump says Iran should not charge fees to tankers going through Strait of Hormuz
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|World

Seoul court sentences US YouTuber to 6 months in jail over offensive stunts

An American YouTuber who sparked national outrage in South Korea for provocative stunts, including dancing on a statue honoring victims of wartime sexual slavery, was sentenced to six months in prison by a Seoul court on Wednesday

Seoul court sentences US YouTuber to 6 months in jail over offensive stunts
Business|Economy|Finance|World

World Bank could mobilize at least $20 billion in post-war support, Bloomberg news reports

The World Bank Group could mobilize $20 billion to $25 billion in rapid financing to countries grappling with the economic fallout of the war in Iran, Bloomberg News reported on

World Bank could mobilize at least $20 billion in post-war support, Bloomberg news reports
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Wall Street ends higher as Middle East peace talks lift sentiment

U.S. stocks advanced on Thursday, as ongoing negotiations toward a peaceful resolution to the six-week Middle East conflict helped ease

Wall Street ends higher as Middle East peace talks lift sentiment
Africa|Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political|World

Israel seeks Lebanon talks after bombardments threaten Iran truce

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Thursday he is seeking direct talks

Israel seeks Lebanon talks after bombardments threaten Iran truce
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Fitch cuts FS KKR Capital rating to junk territory as asset quality weakens

Fitch Ratings on Thursday downgraded its rating on a private credit fund jointly run by Future Standard and KKR to junk territory, citing continued deterioration in its asset

Fitch cuts FS KKR Capital rating to junk territory as asset quality weakens
Crime|Economy|Political|World

Banker's payments to big names in Brasilia stoke election tensions

A Brazilian banker arrested last month on fraud allegations had paid millions to powerful figures across the political spectrum,

Banker's payments to big names in Brasilia stoke election tensions
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Senate committee delays Fed nominee's hearing, Punchbowl reports

The U.S. Senate Banking Committee is no longer planning to hold a confirmation hearing for Kevin Warsh, U.S.

Senate committee delays Fed nominee's hearing, Punchbowl reports
Business|Economy|Political|World

Venezuela approves mining law to encourage foreign investment

Venezuela's ruling party-controlled National Assembly on Thursday approved a mining law expected to open the sector to private and

Venezuela approves mining law to encourage foreign investment
Business|Crime|US|World

US judge says Pentagon violated court order to restore press access

A U.S. judge in Washington ruled on Thursday the Pentagon is hampering journalists in defiance of a court order that required it to

US judge says Pentagon violated court order to restore press access
Business|Crime|Political|World

Israeli military says Hezbollah launched missile at Israel, triggering sirens

Israel's military said on Friday that Hezbollah launched a missile at Israel, triggering air raid sirens in parts of the country, including in Tel Aviv.

Israeli military says Hezbollah launched missile at Israel, triggering sirens
Europe|World

NATO's Rutte tells allies Trump wants Hormuz pledges within days, diplomats say

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has told European governments that U.S.

NATO's Rutte tells allies Trump wants Hormuz pledges within days, diplomats say
Business|Economy|Finance|World

US PCE inflation picks up in February; consumer spending solid

U.S. inflation increased as expected in February and likely rose further in March amid the war with Iran, a trend that is expected to discourage the Federal Reserve

US PCE inflation picks up in February; consumer spending solid
Business|Economy|Finance|World

South Korean central bank stands pat as Middle East war fuels inflation, growth risks

South Korea's central bank kept its policy interest rate steady on Friday, maintaining a cautious stance as the conflict in Iran threatens to heat up domestic inflation and

South Korean central bank stands pat as Middle East war fuels inflation, growth risks
Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Political|US|World

US Republicans block bid to rein in Trump Iran war powers

U.S.

US Republicans block bid to rein in Trump Iran war powers
Business|Crime|Economy|World

Ecuador raises tariffs on Colombia to 100% from 50% as tensions escalate

Ecuador's government on Thursday said it was raising tariffs on imports from its larger neighbor Colombia to 100% from a prior level of 50%,

Ecuador raises tariffs on Colombia to 100% from 50% as tensions escalate
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump says he’ll fire Powell next month if he stays in his role at the Fed

Trump says he’ll fire Powell next month if he stays in his role at the Fed

Trump says he’ll fire Powell next month if he stays in his role at the Fed
Economy|Europe|Political|World

UK's Starmer says Iran conflict shows Britain must take a new path

Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Thursday said the Iran war must become a turning point for Britain after two decades of crises, and he promised to

UK's Starmer says Iran conflict shows Britain must take a new path
Americas|Political|Travel|World

Venezuela's acting president Rodriguez in Grenada for first foreign visit

Venezuela's acting president Delcy Rodriguez arrived in Grenada on Thursday for her first foreign visit since assuming power in January, images on state television channel VTV

Venezuela's acting president Rodriguez in Grenada for first foreign visit
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Russian diplomat: Moscow will not abandon Cuba, help with energy

Russia will never abandon or betray Cuba and plans to help the Communist island tackle energy issues linked to a U.S. embargo, a Russian deputy foreign minister was quoted as

Russian diplomat: Moscow will not abandon Cuba, help with energy
Business|Economy|Finance|World

BOJ will set policy with eye on scale, length of Iran war shock, deputy governor says

Bank of Japan Deputy Governor Ryozo Himino said on Friday the central bank will guide monetary policy with an eye on the scale and length of the economic shock caused by

BOJ will set policy with eye on scale, length of Iran war shock, deputy governor says
Business|Economy|World

China sees first producer inflation in over three years

China's factory-gate prices in March turned positive for the first time in more than three years, official data showed on Friday, pointing to rising import cost pressures

China sees first producer inflation in over three years
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Japan rules out major domestic risks from private credit for now

Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama said on Friday private credit does not pose a major issue domestically at present but noted risks linked to

Japan rules out major domestic risks from private credit for now
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Japan wholesale inflation jumps, BOJ vows vigilance to stagflation risk

Japanese wholesale inflation jumped in March and the central bank's deputy governor called for vigilance to the risk of stagflation, highlighting mounting

Japan wholesale inflation jumps, BOJ vows vigilance to stagflation risk
Business|Europe|World

South Korea President Lee to hold summit with Polish PM Tusk on April 13, media reports say

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung will hold a summit meeting with Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk on April 13, with defence industry cooperation and global security

South Korea President Lee to hold summit with Polish PM Tusk on April 13, media reports say
Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World

US summons Iraqi ambassador over drone strike on diplomatic facility in Baghdad

U.S.

US summons Iraqi ambassador over drone strike on diplomatic facility in Baghdad
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Asia Pacific faces weaker growth and higher inflation from Middle East crisis, ADB warns  

Growth in developing Asia and the Pacific is expected to slow this year as the conflict in the Middle East disrupts trade and energy markets, the Asian Development Bank

Asia Pacific faces weaker growth and higher inflation from Middle East crisis, ADB warns  
Economy|World

Pakistan's high-stakes Iran peace bid is fraught with risk

Pakistan is under huge pressure to pull off what some diplomats regard as mission impossible: broker a peace deal between Iran and the

Pakistan's high-stakes Iran peace bid is fraught with risk
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

South Korea holds rates steady as Iran war fans inflation, growth risks

South Korea's central bank kept its policy interest rate steady on Friday and warned of a highly uncertain path ahead as a broadening conflict

South Korea holds rates steady as Iran war fans inflation, growth risks
Business|Entertainment|Political|Sports|US|World

Ready to rumble? Hunter Biden challenges Trump's sons to cage match

Americans could see a first-of-its-kind fight as

Ready to rumble? Hunter Biden challenges Trump's sons to cage match
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Saudi Arabia says attacks cut oil output and East-West Pipeline flow

Attacks on Saudi energy facilities have cut the kingdom's oil production capacity by around 600,000 barrels per day and

Saudi Arabia says attacks cut oil output and East-West Pipeline flow
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

China's factories snap years-long deflation spell on Iran war price shock

China's factory-gate prices rose for the first time in more than three years in March, in an early sign that the war in Iran is feeding cost pressures into the world’s

China's factories snap years-long deflation spell on Iran war price shock
Business|Technology|World

US considers new crackdown on Chinese telecom companies

The U.S.

US considers new crackdown on Chinese telecom companies
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

German inflation confirmed at 2.8% in March

German inflation accelerated to 2.8% in March, according to federal statistics office data released on Friday, confirming preliminary figures.

German inflation confirmed at 2.8% in March
Europe|Technology|World

Ukraine in talks with Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain on security cooperation, Zelenskiy says

Ukraine is in talks with Oman, Kuwait and Bahrain to cooperate in the security sector and share its drone defence expertise and technology, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy

Ukraine in talks with Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain on security cooperation, Zelenskiy says
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine faces months of diplomatic and military pressure, Zelenskiy says

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said the spring and summer months would be difficult for Ukraine as it would face pressure on the battlefield and also

Ukraine faces months of diplomatic and military pressure, Zelenskiy says
Economy|World

Chinese foreign minister tells North Korean minister Pyongyang is making strides despite US 'oppression'

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi said North Korea has made remarkable accomplishments despite conspiracies by the United States and Western forces to oppress and isolate

Chinese foreign minister tells North Korean minister Pyongyang is making strides despite US 'oppression'
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Myanmar's new president sees challenges ahead, eyes ASEAN detente

Myanmar's new President Min Aung Hlaing said on Friday his government has many challenges to overcome and seeks to improve the country's international standing, including

Myanmar's new president sees challenges ahead, eyes ASEAN detente
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Polls - please ignore, test test test test

Voters in Hungary could deliver a boon to bond investors, while Peru's weekend

Polls - please ignore, test test test test
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Thailand will introduce support measures to ease impact of high oil prices, minister says 

Thailand's government will approve a package of support measures to mitigate the impact of higher oil prices, the finance minister said on Friday, but he warned that the

Thailand will introduce support measures to ease impact of high oil prices, minister says 
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Eyes on Islamabad

It's all about the Iran war once again, with weekend ceasefire talks being the main event, but the coming days will also give early indications of the fallout for big companies

Eyes on Islamabad
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Taiwan sees only warships and warplanes as China talks peace with opposition

Taiwanese officials are tracking what they view as a worrying rise in Chinese naval activity and military pressure against the island, even

Taiwan sees only warships and warplanes as China talks peace with opposition
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Australia, Singapore leaders pledge closer energy ties to tackle global supply shock

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese held talks in Singapore on Friday with counterpart Lawrence Wong, in which they vowed

Australia, Singapore leaders pledge closer energy ties to tackle global supply shock
Crime|Education|World

Student kills 9 in Turkey's second school shooting in 2 days

A student has opened fire on two classrooms at a middle school in Turkey, killing nine people and wounding 13 others

Student kills 9 in Turkey's second school shooting in 2 days
Business|Europe|World

UK's Healey says U.S. 'absolutely locked' into NATO

British defence minister John Healey said on Friday that the United States is "absolutely locked" into NATO. A Reuters report on Thursday said U.S.

UK's Healey says U.S. 'absolutely locked' into NATO
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Eswatini court rules first Trump deportees in jail have right to lawyer

A court in Eswatini has ruled that the first five migrants the Trump administration sent to the African kingdom have a right to a lawyer, after they

Eswatini court rules first Trump deportees in jail have right to lawyer
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Daimler Truck Q1 unit sales decline on weak North America demand

Daimler Truck, one of the world's largest truckmakers, on Friday reported a 9% decline in first-quarter group unit sales, weighed down by a sharp slowdown in North America.

Daimler Truck Q1 unit sales decline on weak North America demand
Business|Election|Finance|Political|World

Parliamentary election to be held in Kazakhstan in August, president says

Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, the president of Kazakhstan, said on Friday that a parliamentary election in the resource-rich Central Asian country would take place in August, but

Parliamentary election to be held in Kazakhstan in August, president says
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|World

EU and US near critical minerals deal to combat Chinese control, Bloomberg News reports

The European Union and Washington are closing in on an agreement to coordinate on producing and securing critical minerals, Bloomberg News reported on Friday. 

EU and US near critical minerals deal to combat Chinese control, Bloomberg News reports
Entertainment|Environment|Science|World

Runaway wolf in South Korea inspires meme coin and presidential concern

A wolf that escaped from its enclosure in a South Korean zoo has spent three days on the loose, captivating the public, spawning a cryptocurrency meme coin and even

Runaway wolf in South Korea inspires meme coin and presidential concern
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

At Beirut hospital, grieving families identify mangled bodies after Israeli strikes

Ambulances arriving at a Beirut hospital on Thursday bypassed the emergency room and drove straight to the morgue, where exhausted medics

At Beirut hospital, grieving families identify mangled bodies after Israeli strikes
Business|Economy|Finance|World

US consumer inflation expected to have surged in March amid Iran war

U.S. consumer prices likely recorded their biggest increase in nearly four years in March as the war with Iran boosted oil prices and the pass-

US consumer inflation expected to have surged in March amid Iran war
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US labor market holds steady; inflation firmer before Iran war

New applications for U.S. unemployment benefits increased moderately last week, showing no signs of labor market deterioration and potentially giving

US labor market holds steady; inflation firmer before Iran war
Crime|Political|World

Melania Trump denies any Epstein connection, seeks end to ‘lies’

First lady Melania Trump denied on Thursday that she had any relationship with Jeffrey Epstein and said she was not one of his victims, thrusting the

Melania Trump denies any Epstein connection, seeks end to ‘lies’
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump recalls how Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s death affected the Supreme Court as he discusses Samuel Alito’s future

Trump recalls how Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s death affected the Supreme Court as he discusses Samuel Alito’s future

Trump recalls how Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s death affected the Supreme Court as he discusses Samuel Alito’s future
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Apple leads smartphone market even as overall shipments decline, Counterpoint says

IPhone-maker Apple led global smartphone shipments in the first quarter of 2026, growing 5% year-on-year, even as overall shipments fell due to a shortage of memory components,

Apple leads smartphone market even as overall shipments decline, Counterpoint says
Business|Economy|Europe|Sports|World

Porsche deliveries tumble further in first quarter

Porsche AG's deliveries slumped further in the first three months of 2026, with sharp declines in key markets China and the United States, as loses its shine across.

Porsche deliveries tumble further in first quarter
Business|Economy|Technology|Travel|World

Shippers weigh unusual routes as high air cargo rates, ocean gridlock persist

Some shippers caught between high jet fuel prices and congestion in vital Middle East waterways are now looking for

Shippers weigh unusual routes as high air cargo rates, ocean gridlock persist
Health|Political|Science|World

Cambodia's king undergoing treatment for prostate cancer

Cambodia's King Norodom Sihamoni said on Friday he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer and is undergoing treatment in China.  

Cambodia's king undergoing treatment for prostate cancer
Europe|Political|World

Details of U.S. troops based in Europe as Trump mulls removing some

U.S. President Donald Trump has discussed with his advisers the option of removing some U.S. troops from Europe, a senior White House official told Reuters on Thursday.

Details of U.S. troops based in Europe as Trump mulls removing some
Business|Economy|Finance|World

US pushes to renew ties with Peru ahead of uncertain election

As Peru heads into the first round of its presidential election on Sunday, Washington is mounting its most assertive push in years to

US pushes to renew ties with Peru ahead of uncertain election
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Warburg Pincus, Munich Re arm team up to invest in Europe's defence sector

U.S. private equity firm Warburg Pincus has launched an investment platform focused on Europe's defence and security sector, with MEAG, the asset manager of reinsurer Munich Re,

Warburg Pincus, Munich Re arm team up to invest in Europe's defence sector
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Russia's Putin announces Orthodox Easter ceasefire, Ukraine's Zelenskiy agrees

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday announced a 32-hour ceasefire over a two-day period for Orthodox Easter and his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskiy said Kyiv

Russia's Putin announces Orthodox Easter ceasefire, Ukraine's Zelenskiy agrees
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Indonesia's Prabowo calls for criminal charges against firms resisting forest crackdown

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto ordered prosecutors on Friday to file criminal charges against companies that refuse to cooperate with a task force he launched to

Indonesia's Prabowo calls for criminal charges against firms resisting forest crackdown
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Back from the brink?

By Anna Szymanski April 10 -   Everything Mike Dolan and the ROI team are excited to read, watch and listen to over the weekend. From the Editor Hello Morning Bid readers!

Back from the brink?
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Kremlin says Putin envoy's US visit does not mean Ukraine talks have resumed

The Kremlin said on Friday that a visit to the United States by Russian President Vladimir Putin's special investment envoy did not mean that negotiations on a possible

Kremlin says Putin envoy's US visit does not mean Ukraine talks have resumed
World

India says deeply concerned by reports of civilian casualties in Lebanon

India is "deeply concerned" by reports of civilian casualties in Lebanon, the Indian foreign ministry said on Friday, two days after Israel's worst bombardment in its

India says deeply concerned by reports of civilian casualties in Lebanon
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World Food Programme warns Lebanon facing food security crisis due to Iran war

Lebanon is facing a food security crisis due to Israel's offensive against militant group Hezbollah, which has disrupted supplies of goods and pushed

World Food Programme warns Lebanon facing food security crisis due to Iran war
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Global equity fund inflows surge on Middle East ceasefire boost

Global equity fund inflows nearly doubled in the week through April 8 as a two-week Middle East ceasefire raised hopes of a resumption of shipments through the Strait of Hormuz.

Global equity fund inflows surge on Middle East ceasefire boost
Celebrity|Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|US|World

Melania Trump's Epstein comments mark rare public foray for 'unknowable' first lady

Melania Trump, an enigmatic former model from Slovenia, has occupied the role of U.S. first lady on her own terms.

Melania Trump's Epstein comments mark rare public foray for 'unknowable' first lady
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

U.S. equity fund inflows surge on optimism over Mideast ceasefire

U.S. investors ramped up purchases of equity funds in the week to April 8, as hopes for a two-week Middle East ceasefire boosted expectations for a reopening of the Strait of

U.S. equity fund inflows surge on optimism over Mideast ceasefire
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine, Russia move towards potential peace deal, Bloomberg reports

Ukraine and Russia are moving towards a potential deal to end the war, Bloomberg News reported on Friday, citing the top aide to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy.

Ukraine, Russia move towards potential peace deal, Bloomberg reports
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UK's Starmer and Trump discussed military options for Strait of Hormuz

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Friday that he discussed military capabilities and the logistics of moving vessels though the Strait of Hormuz when he spoke to

UK's Starmer and Trump discussed military options for Strait of Hormuz
Business|Economy|Interview|World

Fed's Daly says oil shock means getting inflation down takes longer

San Francisco Federal Reserve President Mary Daly said the U.S. economy is fundamentally solid, the labor market has steadied, and monetary policy is in a "good

Fed's Daly says oil shock means getting inflation down takes longer
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Lithium bulls set to gatecrash Chile's copper party

Chile is set to break with precedent and open its annual global copper gathering next week with a day of panels devoted

Lithium bulls set to gatecrash Chile's copper party
Africa|Political|World

Mali backs Morocco's autonomy plan for Western Sahara

Mali supports Morocco's autonomy plan for Western Sahara, Foreign Minister Abdoulaye Diop said on Friday, becoming the latest African country to endorse Rabat's vision for

Mali backs Morocco's autonomy plan for Western Sahara
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USTR: China involvement in Iran would complicate matters

U.S.

USTR: China involvement in Iran would complicate matters
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Lufthansa strike disrupts tens of thousands of passengers as City Airlines secures pay deal

Tens of thousands of passengers faced travel disruption across Germany on Friday as cabin crew at Lufthansa and its regional unit Lufthansa CityLine staged a day-long

Lufthansa strike disrupts tens of thousands of passengers as City Airlines secures pay deal
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Traders keep bets the fed will stay on hold all 2026

Traders on Friday kept bets the Federal Reserve will leave interest rates on hold through the end of 2026 after the Labor Department reported consumer prices surged in March, as

Traders keep bets the fed will stay on hold all 2026
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S&P 500, Nasdaq open higher after inflation data; Mideast in focus

The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq opened higher on Friday after March inflation data largely aligned with expectations despite persistent pressures from the Iran war, while investors

S&P 500, Nasdaq open higher after inflation data; Mideast in focus
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March inflation report, first to show impact of war, is in line with expectations

U.S. consumer prices rose 3.3% from a year ago in March, data showed, giving investors a first glimpse of the impact on prices of the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran.

March inflation report, first to show impact of war, is in line with expectations
Crime|Education|Europe|World

Nine people killed in second school shooting in Turkey in two days

Nine people killed in second school shooting in Turkey in two days

Nine people killed in second school shooting in Turkey in two days
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Canada's March employment posts modest increase, jobless rate unchanged

Canada's job growth remained subdued in March while the unemployment rate held steady at 6.7% from the prior month, data showed on Friday, signaling

Canada's March employment posts modest increase, jobless rate unchanged
Business|Economy|Environment|US|World

Glencore buys 45% stake in South Carolina aluminium recycling plant

Glencore on Friday said it acquired a 45% stake in an aluminium recycling and remelting plant near Charleston, South Carolina, strengthening the London-listed miner's position in

Glencore buys 45% stake in South Carolina aluminium recycling plant
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Key facts about Sunday's election in Hungary and possible outcomes

Hungarians vote in a landmark parliamentary election on Sunday that is being closely watched in the European Union, the United States, Russia and beyond.

Key facts about Sunday's election in Hungary and possible outcomes
Business|Economy|World

Brazil annual inflation accelerates in March on fuel price pressures

Brazil's 12-month inflation rose more than expected in March, official data showed on Friday, driven by higher transportation costs, particularly gasoline prices, amid

Brazil annual inflation accelerates in March on fuel price pressures
US|World

Vance warns Iran not to "play us" as he leaves for talks

Vice President JD Vance said on Friday he was looking forward to having positive negotiations with Iran as he left for talks in Pakistan with a warning to Tehran not

Vance warns Iran not to "play us" as he leaves for talks
Economy|Political|World

Can the US and Iran bridge their differences in talks?

The U.S. and Iran are set to hold peace talks in Pakistan, which has been mediating, but remain deeply divided on key issues, even though President Donald Trump has said proposals

Can the US and Iran bridge their differences in talks?
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Ukrainians and Russians doubt 32-hour Easter truce will lead to lasting peace

Ukrainian officials urged Russia on Friday to extend a ceasefire it announced for Orthodox Easter this weekend and restart talks to end the war, but people on the streets of

Ukrainians and Russians doubt 32-hour Easter truce will lead to lasting peace
Business|Economy|World

US consumer sentiment dives to a record low in April amid Iran war

U.S. consumer sentiment plunged to a record low in early April and consumers anticipated a surge in inflation in the next 12 months, a survey showed on Friday.

US consumer sentiment dives to a record low in April amid Iran war
Business|Technology|World

Lockheed Martin secures $4.7 billion Patriot interceptor missile production contract

Lockheed Martin said on Friday the U.S. government awarded the defense giant a $4.7 billion preliminary contract to continue critical accelerated production of the Patriot

Lockheed Martin secures $4.7 billion Patriot interceptor missile production contract
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US factory orders unchanged in February for second straight month

New orders for U.S. factory goods were unchanged for a second straight month in February as weak demand for commercial aircraft offset gains elsewhere.

US factory orders unchanged in February for second straight month
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Spat over oil price relief exposes strains in Germany's coalition

Germany's economy minister on Friday proposed higher tax breaks to commuters but dismissed proposals by the government's junior

Spat over oil price relief exposes strains in Germany's coalition
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Airline pilots fear retribution over refusing to fly in Middle East, aviators' group says

Airline pilots who have safety concerns about flying in the Middle East during the Iran war have told a global

Airline pilots fear retribution over refusing to fly in Middle East, aviators' group says
Crime|Europe|World

Russian investigative journalist is placed in pre-trial detention

A Russian court on Friday ordered the detention of Oleg Roldugin, an investigative journalist for independent newspaper Novaya Gazeta, following his arrest a day earlier.

Russian investigative journalist is placed in pre-trial detention
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Netanyahu requests delay in his corruption trial testimony

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has asked to postpone giving testimony in his long-running corruption trial that was set to resume next week, citing

Netanyahu requests delay in his corruption trial testimony
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Outflows from leveraged loan funds jump as investors shun credit risk

U.S. leveraged loan funds are suffering heavy outflows this year as investors grow more cautious about credit risk while broader concerns mount over

Outflows from leveraged loan funds jump as investors shun credit risk
Business|Finance|Health|Technology|World

Meta pulls ads aimed at recruiting plaintiffs for social media addiction lawsuits

Meta Platforms said on Thursday it is pulling ads from Facebook and Instagram aimed at recruiting new plaintiffs for ongoing litigation accusing it

Meta pulls ads aimed at recruiting plaintiffs for social media addiction lawsuits
Business|Economy|World

Middle East war spotlights Florida's fuel supply vulnerability

Florida residents have paid significantly more than the nationwide average for gasoline and diesel in recent weeks as the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran

Middle East war spotlights Florida's fuel supply vulnerability
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Estonia says detaining Russia's tankers in Baltic Sea is too risky

NATO member Estonia will refrain from detaining Russia's "shadow fleet" vessels in the Baltic Sea, worried that seizing oil tankers

Estonia says detaining Russia's tankers in Baltic Sea is too risky
Crime|Finance|Political|World

How many people have been killed in the Iran war?

Thousands of people have been killed across the Middle East in the Iran war, which began when the U.S. and Israel struck Iran on February 28

How many people have been killed in the Iran war?
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Brazil and US launch joint action to fight organized crime

The Brazilian government on Friday announced a joint initiative with the U.S. to combat organized crime, involving the integration of data from Brazil's

Brazil and US launch joint action to fight organized crime
Business|Economy|Environment|World

After years of war with Russia, Ukraine's farmers are hit by Iran conflict

Mykola Maliienko, who farms the rich, black soil of central Ukraine and exports crops

After years of war with Russia, Ukraine's farmers are hit by Iran conflict
Crime|Europe|Travel|World

UK police arrest Sudanese man after four die in Channel boat crossing

British police have arrested a Sudanese man on suspicion of endangering life after four migrants died while attempting to cross the Channel from France to Britain on a

UK police arrest Sudanese man after four die in Channel boat crossing
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|World

STOXX 600 gains for a third week with focus on Middle East peace talks

European equities edged higher on Friday, notching up a third straight week of gains as cautious optimism ahead of U.S.-Iran weekend talks

STOXX 600 gains for a third week with focus on Middle East peace talks
Economy|Finance|World

Polls in Hungary and Peru next in key election year for world markets

Voters in Hungary could deliver a boon to bond investors, while

Polls in Hungary and Peru next in key election year for world markets
Africa|Political|World

Djibouti's Guelleh expected to win sixth term after age limits lifted

East Africa's Djibouti is set to vote for a president on Friday, with incumbent Ismael Omar Guelleh expected to extend his 27-year rule after parliament removed age limits that

Djibouti's Guelleh expected to win sixth term after age limits lifted
Political|US|World

Iran wanted to negotiate with Vance. They got their wish

When JD Vance arrives in Islamabad for talks on Saturday with Iranian officials, it will fulfill a wish

Iran wanted to negotiate with Vance. They got their wish
Europe|Political|World

Hungarian opposition leads PM Orban's Fidesz, poll shows

Hungary's centre-right Tisza party leads Prime Minister Viktor Orban's ruling Fidesz ahead of Sunday's parliamentary election, a poll published by newspaper Nepszava

Hungarian opposition leads PM Orban's Fidesz, poll shows
Political|World

New Israeli strikes hit southern Lebanon a day after historic talks in Washington

Israeli strikes have again rocked southern Lebanon, highlighting the fragility of diplomatic efforts

New Israeli strikes hit southern Lebanon a day after historic talks in Washington
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Fed will need to explain why current inflation jump differs from 2022 surge

When surging U.S. inflation peaked in June of 2022, driven by rising prices for energy but also for food, shelter, vehicles, and a host of other

Fed will need to explain why current inflation jump differs from 2022 surge
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

U.S. Democrats keep pressure on Trump regulators over 'suspicious' trades

Two Democratic U.S. senators have called on the federal commodities markets watchdog to investigate lucrative recent trading activity on oil markets since March 23

U.S. Democrats keep pressure on Trump regulators over 'suspicious' trades
Economy|Europe|World

How has Hungary changed during Orban's 16 years in power?

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban and his Fidesz party face their first closely contested election on April 12 after four consecutive landslide victories since 2010.

How has Hungary changed during Orban's 16 years in power?
Economy|World

US consumer inflation hot in March amid record surge in gasoline prices

U.S. consumer prices increased by the most in nearly four years in March as the war with Iran led to a record surge in the cost of gasoline and

US consumer inflation hot in March amid record surge in gasoline prices
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Coordinated Telegram posts push pro-Orban narratives on eve of Hungary vote, research shows

Sophisticated online operators are posting coordinated waves of content in the Telegram messaging app to spread fear about what will

Coordinated Telegram posts push pro-Orban narratives on eve of Hungary vote, research shows
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

White House opted against televised address about Iran ceasefire, US officials say

The White House considered but decided against a national televised address by President Donald Trump on Tuesday about his ceasefire

White House opted against televised address about Iran ceasefire, US officials say
Economy|Finance|Political|World

Colombia gov't to propose $4.4 billion tax reform to congress, as end of session nears

Colombia's leftist government will propose a $4.39 billion tax reform to congress in the coming days, Finance Minister German Avila said on Friday, though the bill is

Colombia gov't to propose $4.4 billion tax reform to congress, as end of session nears
Crime|Europe|Travel|World

One dead, 27 injured as bus carrying British tourists crashes in Spain's La Gomera

At least one person died and 27 were injured after a bus carrying British tourists crashed down a ravine on the Spanish island of La Gomera, emergency services said on

One dead, 27 injured as bus carrying British tourists crashes in Spain's La Gomera
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

South Africa unveils draft AI policy, proposes new institutions and incentives

South Africa on Friday unveiled a draft national AI policy, seeking public comment on sweeping proposals to regulate and accelerate AI adoption.

South Africa unveils draft AI policy, proposes new institutions and incentives
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Ceasefire sends dollar toward weekly drop with US-Iran talks in focus

The dollar slipped on Friday, putting it on track for its largest weekly drop since January, as investors sold safe-haven assets on the assumption that

Ceasefire sends dollar toward weekly drop with US-Iran talks in focus
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Americans give record-low marks to economy, in ominous sign for Republicans

Americans are souring on the U.S. economy to a degree never before seen, with the stiffest inflation in four years exacerbating the political risk for

Americans give record-low marks to economy, in ominous sign for Republicans
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

Oil ends lower ahead of U.S.-Iran ceasefire talks, posts steepest weekly loss since 2022

Oil futures settled lower on Friday and posted their biggest weekly decline since 2022 ahead of talks between Iran and the U.S. aimed at securing a

Oil ends lower ahead of U.S.-Iran ceasefire talks, posts steepest weekly loss since 2022
Business|Election|Finance|Political|World

Kamala Harris says she might run for president again in 2028

Former Vice President Kamala Harris, who was the Democratic Party's nominee for the presidency in 2024, said on Friday that she was considering running for president again in 2028

Kamala Harris says she might run for president again in 2028
Asia|Political|World

China will not tolerate independence for Taiwan, Xi tells island's opposition leader

China will "absolutely not tolerate" independence for Taiwan, which is the chief culprit in undermining peace in the Taiwan Strait, President Xi Jinping told

China will not tolerate independence for Taiwan, Xi tells island's opposition leader
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Colombia raises Ecuador tariffs to 100% as trade tensions escalate

Colombia will raise tariffs on neighboring Ecuador to 100% from 30%, Colombia's trade ministry said on Friday, matching Ecuador's measure from a day earlier amid an

Colombia raises Ecuador tariffs to 100% as trade tensions escalate
Business|Education|Health|Technology|World

Meta must face youth addiction lawsuit by Massachusetts, court rules

Meta Platforms must face a lawsuit by Massachusetts' attorney general alleging the company designed its Instagram social media platform to addict children,

Meta must face youth addiction lawsuit by Massachusetts, court rules
Economy|Political|World

Lebanon heads to historic Israel talks with few hopes except to staunch bloodshed

Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun has called for historic direct talks with longtime foe Israel since war erupted a month ago - a month in

Lebanon heads to historic Israel talks with few hopes except to staunch bloodshed
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Bessent, Powell warned bank CEOs about Anthropic model risks, sources say

U.S.

Bessent, Powell warned bank CEOs about Anthropic model risks, sources say
Political|US|World

Why are people talking about the 25th Amendment to the US Constitution?

President Donald Trump's profanity-laced threats to wipe out Iran's civilization have led some Democrats to discuss attempting to remove him from

Why are people talking about the 25th Amendment to the US Constitution?
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Equities mixed, oil dips in cautious trade ahead of US-Iran talks

Equities were mixed on Friday and oil prices dipped as investors anxiously awaited U.S.-Iran talks scheduled for the weekend,

Equities mixed, oil dips in cautious trade ahead of US-Iran talks
Asia|Political|World

North Korea's Kim meets China's foreign minister, calls for stronger ties, KCNA says

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un met China's foreign minister, state media KCNA said on Saturday.

North Korea's Kim meets China's foreign minister, calls for stronger ties, KCNA says
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China's top diplomat meets North Korea's Kim, calls for closer coordination

China and North Korea should further enhance communication and coordination in major international and regional affairs, China's foreign minister said in a meeting with

China's top diplomat meets North Korea's Kim, calls for closer coordination
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

US trade court challenges Trump's basis for 10% global tariffs

A panel of trade court judges challenged the legality of President Donald Trump's 10% tax on most imports, suggesting a large trade deficit might not

US trade court challenges Trump's basis for 10% global tariffs
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wall Street creates new credit-default swap index to bet against private credit

S&P Dow Jones Indices is launching a new credit-default swap index linked to the private credit market, giving investors a tool to bet against a sector that has faced turbulence

Wall Street creates new credit-default swap index to bet against private credit
Business|Technology|World

Eric Swider resigns from Trump Media board 

Trump Media & Technology Group said on Friday that Eric Swider, a key figure in the company's public listing, had resigned from its board. 

Eric Swider resigns from Trump Media board 
Business|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US Democratic lawmaker Raskin seeks commission to oversee removal of presidents

U.S.

US Democratic lawmaker Raskin seeks commission to oversee removal of presidents
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Fitch's outlook cut on Turkey flags growing economic strain

Credit rating agency Fitch revised Turkey's outlook to "stable" from "positive", citing a sharp erosion in foreign exchange reserves due to heavy intervention to support the lira

Fitch's outlook cut on Turkey flags growing economic strain
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump says US will have Strait of Hormuz 'open fairly soon'

President Donald Trump told reporters on Friday that the U.S. will have the Strait of Hormuz "open fairly soon" but did not elaborate

Trump says US will have Strait of Hormuz 'open fairly soon'
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wall St ends mixed, notches weekly gains as investors parse Middle East negotiations

U.S. stocks closed mixed on Friday, with investors pressing pause as they headed into the weekend and kept an eye on ongoing Middle

Wall St ends mixed, notches weekly gains as investors parse Middle East negotiations
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump's peace board faces cash crunch, stalling Gaza plan, sources say

Donald Trump's Board of Peace has received only a tiny fraction of the $17 billion pledged for Gaza, preventing the U.S.

Trump's peace board faces cash crunch, stalling Gaza plan, sources say