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Nevada judge extends ban on Kalshi operating prediction market in state

A Nevada judge on Friday extended a ban on prediction market operator Kalshi from offering

Nevada judge extends ban on Kalshi operating prediction market in state
Arts|Political|US|World

Trump's plan to build a Triumphal Arch gets a hearing before a key federal agency

President Donald Trump's design for the Triumphal Arch he wants to build is up for review by a key federal agency and a possible vote to approve it

Trump's plan to build a Triumphal Arch gets a hearing before a key federal agency
Business|Economy|Political|World

US-Iran talks continuing, but strikes on Saudi Arabia may derail effort, say sources

Talks between the United States and Iran were at risk of being derailed following Tehran's attacks on Saudi Arabian industrial

US-Iran talks continuing, but strikes on Saudi Arabia may derail effort, say sources
Political|US|World

Trump says Iran could be 'taken out' on Tuesday, Hegseth says major strikes to come

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Trump says Iran could be 'taken out' on Tuesday, Hegseth says major strikes to come
Science|Technology|World

One-way attack drones: Low-cost, high-tech weapons ‘democratize’ precision warfare

One-way attack drones have changed the face of the Russia-Ukraine war and give Iran a boost in countering US and Israeli forces.

One-way attack drones: Low-cost, high-tech weapons ‘democratize’ precision warfare
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US jobless claims fall last week as layoffs remain low despite global economic uncertainty

U.S. applications for unemployment benefits fell last week, remaining in the range of the past few years even as the war in Iran continues to threaten the global economy

US jobless claims fall last week as layoffs remain low despite global economic uncertainty
Economy|Political|World

White House offers no hint of Iran war cost as it seeks military funding surge

By Nolan D.

White House offers no hint of Iran war cost as it seeks military funding surge
Africa|Political|World

Pope warns of world ravaged by ‘tyrants’ in the wake of Trump attacks

Pope warns of world ravaged by ‘tyrants’ in the wake of Trump attacks

Pope warns of world ravaged by ‘tyrants’ in the wake of Trump attacks
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

IMF says Bank of Japan can see through inflationary shock from Iran war

The Bank of Japan can see through inflationary pressures from the war in the Middle East as any second-round effects on broader prices will be limited,

IMF says Bank of Japan can see through inflationary shock from Iran war
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Norway's sovereign wealth fund has no plans to reduce US assets, finance minister tells FT

Norway's $2.1 trillion sovereign wealth fund, the world's ​largest, does not intend to shed U.S. assets despite concerns over the Middle East war and mounting U.S. debt, Finance

Norway's sovereign wealth fund has no plans to reduce US assets, finance minister tells FT
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US warns that buyers of Iranian oil could be hit with sanctions 

The United States on Wednesday threatened to sanction buyers of Iranian oil and said it believed China would pause such

US warns that buyers of Iranian oil could be hit with sanctions 
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Mark Mobius, 'Indiana Jones of emerging markets,' dies at 89

Mark Mobius, widely credited as a pioneer in emerging markets investing, died on Wednesday at the age of 89, according to a statement on his

Mark Mobius, 'Indiana Jones of emerging markets,' dies at 89
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Foreigners boost US Treasury holdings to record highs in February

Foreign holdings of Treasuries climbed to a record high in February, data showed on Wednesday, rising for a second month in a sign of strong

Foreigners boost US Treasury holdings to record highs in February
Business|Economy|Political|World

Brazil to count 39% of court-ordered debt inside 2027 fiscal target

Brazil's government will count 39.4% of court-ordered debt payments due in 2027 within its fiscal target, budget guidelines submitted to Congress on Wednesday showed,

Brazil to count 39% of court-ordered debt inside 2027 fiscal target
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Ukraine official expects US-Ukrainian investment fund to approve second project in summer

Ukraine's deputy economy minister said on Wednesday he expects the Ukraine-U.S. joint reconstruction fund to approve a second investment project, likely in the energy

Ukraine official expects US-Ukrainian investment fund to approve second project in summer
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Aerospace parts maker Arxis raises $1.13 billion in US IPO

Aerospace parts maker Arxis said on Wednesday it raised $1.13 billion in its U.S. initial public offering after pricing shares at $28 each.

Aerospace parts maker Arxis raises $1.13 billion in US IPO
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Australia's jobless rate stays low in March but Iran war risks loom

Australian employment rose broadly in line with expectations in March, while the jobless rate stayed low, but a war-driven global energy shock could test the labour

Australia's jobless rate stays low in March but Iran war risks loom
Business|Economy|Finance|World

China's Q1 GDP grows 5.0% y/y, tops market forecast

China's economy grew 5.0% in the first quarter from a year earlier, official data showed on Thursday, beating analysts' expectations as policymakers brace for the fallout

China's Q1 GDP grows 5.0% y/y, tops market forecast
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

South Korea, Vietnam leaders to meet in Hanoi next week, sources say

Vietnam's president To Lam is set to meet his South Korean counterpart Lee Jae Myung in Hanoi next week, five people familiar with the matter said.

South Korea, Vietnam leaders to meet in Hanoi next week, sources say
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Elliott takes stake in Japan's Daikin, calls for higher returns

Elliott Investment Management said on Thursday it has taken a stake in Daikin and thinks the manufacturer of air conditioners should improve margins and

Elliott takes stake in Japan's Daikin, calls for higher returns
Economy|Political|World

US Senate Republicans back Trump military sales to Israel

The U.S.

US Senate Republicans back Trump military sales to Israel
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Mamdani, Hochul propose tax on New York second homes worth more than $5 million

New York State Governor Kathy Hochul proposed on Wednesday a new tax on second homes worth

Mamdani, Hochul propose tax on New York second homes worth more than $5 million
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Goldman Sachs rates business hit by Iran war volatility, sources say

Goldman Sachs' rates business suffered losses on some positions towards the end of the last quarter as fixed-income market volatility due to the Iran war

Goldman Sachs rates business hit by Iran war volatility, sources say
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

Pentagon approaches automakers, manufacturers to boost weapons production, WSJ reports

Senior U.S. defense officials have held talks about producing weapons and other military supplies with top executives of companies including General Motors and Ford Motor, the

Pentagon approaches automakers, manufacturers to boost weapons production, WSJ reports
Business|Economy|World

Thailand central bank cuts 2026 growth, says no limits to worst-case scenarios if war continues

Thailand faces slower growth this year due to the Iran war and there are almost "no limits" to worst-case economic scenarios if the conflict continues,

Thailand central bank cuts 2026 growth, says no limits to worst-case scenarios if war continues
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Foreign investors flee Thailand as Iran war, energy shock dash hope for economic revival

Foreign investors are selling Thai assets as an energy shock from the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran threatens to snuff out hopes for

Foreign investors flee Thailand as Iran war, energy shock dash hope for economic revival
Americas|Crime|World

Former Brazil spy chief freed in the US after ICE detention, ally and source say

Former Brazilian intelligence chief Alexandre Ramagem was freed from immigration detention in the United States on Wednesday, according to an ally of former

Former Brazil spy chief freed in the US after ICE detention, ally and source say
Business|Education|Political|US|World

US Supreme Court's Sotomayor apologizes to Justice Kavanaugh for 'hurtful' comments

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US Supreme Court's Sotomayor apologizes to Justice Kavanaugh for 'hurtful' comments
Crime|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump ally John Eastman is disbarred over bid to overturn 2020 election

The California Supreme Court stripped conservative attorney John Eastman of his law license on Wednesday over his efforts to overturn U.S.

Trump ally John Eastman is disbarred over bid to overturn 2020 election
Business|Economy|Finance|World

More Japanese firms say no to rate hikes as Iran war clouds outlook: Reuters poll

The number of Japanese firms that do not want the Bank of Japan to raise interest rates has risen sharply since the start of the year as the Iran war

More Japanese firms say no to rate hikes as Iran war clouds outlook: Reuters poll
Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

BOJ to hike rates by June as war-fuelled inflation risks mount: Reuters poll

The Bank of Japan will raise its benchmark rate to 1.00% by end-June, with nearly two-thirds of economists in a Reuters poll predicting the move, and a

BOJ to hike rates by June as war-fuelled inflation risks mount: Reuters poll
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Technology|World

European banks can withstand current shocks, watchdog head says

European lenders are resilient enough to absorb current financial and geopolitical shocks but need to prepare for future uncertainties including

European banks can withstand current shocks, watchdog head says
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Instant View: China's Q1 growth beats forecast as economy braces for fallout from Iran war

China's economy expanded 5% in the first quarter compared with a year earlier, according to official data on Thursday, surpassing analysts' expectations even as policymakers

Instant View: China's Q1 growth beats forecast as economy braces for fallout from Iran war
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Japan, US agree to strengthen communication on exchange rates

Japan and the U.S. agreed to strengthen communication on exchange rates, Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama said after her meeting with U.S.

Japan, US agree to strengthen communication on exchange rates
Business|Economy|World

China's new home prices extend decline despite improvement in major cities

China's new home prices extended their decline in March, official data showed on Thursday, although major cities showed some

China's new home prices extend decline despite improvement in major cities
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Chile's Kast unveils slew of reforms including corporate tax rate cut

Chile's new president, Jose Antonio Kast, unveiled on Wednesday details of a long-awaited reform package that includes cuts to the corporate tax rate,

Chile's Kast unveils slew of reforms including corporate tax rate cut
Business|Economy|Political|World

US-sanctioned supertankers enter Gulf despite blockade

A second U.S.-sanctioned supertanker has entered the Gulf via the Strait of Hormuz, shipping data showed, despite a U.S. blockade on vessels visiting

US-sanctioned supertankers enter Gulf despite blockade
Environment|Europe|Health|World

German rescuers plan to use air cushions to save Timmy the stranded whale

Germans are preparing a rescue operation for a sick humpback whale stranded off the Baltic Sea coast

German rescuers plan to use air cushions to save Timmy the stranded whale
Crime|Political|US|World

US strikes another vessel and kills 3 men it says were trafficking drugs in the Eastern Pacific

U.S. military forces have struck a vessel in the Eastern Pacific, killing three men the Pentagon says were trafficking drugs

US strikes another vessel and kills 3 men it says were trafficking drugs in the Eastern Pacific
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

ECB must be patient, even if adverse scenario may be materialising: policymaker

The euro zone economy may be moving towards the European Central Bank's adverse scenario but policymakers need to remain patient and not rush any

ECB must be patient, even if adverse scenario may be materialising: policymaker
Europe|World

Ukraine says it downs 31 missiles, 636 drones in Russian attacks over past 24 hours

Ukraine's air force downed or neutralised 31 Russian missiles and 636 drones in attacks at the country over the past 24 hours, it said on Thursday.

Ukraine says it downs 31 missiles, 636 drones in Russian attacks over past 24 hours
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Malaysia's Petronas to supply excess fuel to Australia as leaders vow closer energy ties

Malaysia Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said on Thursday that state energy firm Petronas would give priority to providing Australia with its excess fuel

Malaysia's Petronas to supply excess fuel to Australia as leaders vow closer energy ties
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

How surging bond yields add to Europe's fiscal headaches

European bond yields have jumped during the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, pushing up government borrowing costs and adding to the pressure on the

How surging bond yields add to Europe's fiscal headaches
Economy|Europe|World

ECB may not have rate-hike evidence by April 30 meeting, policymaker says

The European Central Bank may not have all the data this month to determine if interest rates will have to be raised to tame an inflation surge and the June meeting

ECB may not have rate-hike evidence by April 30 meeting, policymaker says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Truce trades ramp up as Trump touts Israel-Lebanon talks

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Gregor Stuart Hunter Global equities are setting new records and the dollar is down for a ninth consecutive day to its weakest levels since

Truce trades ramp up as Trump touts Israel-Lebanon talks
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|World

Nepal panel to probe property, assets of politicians and officials

Nepal's new government, led by rapper-turned politician Balendra Shah, has set up a panel to investigate the property and assets of past and present

Nepal panel to probe property, assets of politicians and officials
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

China to retain ultra-long special bond tenors this year, sources say

China's finance ministry will keep this year's ultra-long special treasury bond issuance to 20-, 30- and 50-year maturities, the same as last year, people with knowledge of the

China to retain ultra-long special bond tenors this year, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Circle CEO sees 'tremendous opportunity' for yuan-backed stablecoin

Circle Internet Group sees  "tremendous opportunity" for yuan-backed stablecoin as digital money becomes increasingly integrated into

Circle CEO sees 'tremendous opportunity' for yuan-backed stablecoin
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

China's Q1 economic rebound faces rough seas as Iran war jolts global outlook

China's economy picked up speed early in 2026, riding an export surge before the Iran war sent energy costs soaring and put global

China's Q1 economic rebound faces rough seas as Iran war jolts global outlook
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Australia refinery fire worsens fuel supply crunch amid Iran war

A fire at the largest of Australia's two oil refineries has hit petrol production, company and government officials said

Australia refinery fire worsens fuel supply crunch amid Iran war
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|World

Danish Refugee Council warns 4 million more face displacement as aid drops

Over 4 million people are set to be newly displaced around the world by the end of next year as donors step back from providing life-saving aid, the Danish Refugee Council

Danish Refugee Council warns 4 million more face displacement as aid drops
Business|Economy|World

Middle East war feeding uncertainty over Swiss economic outlook, SNB minutes show

Uncertainty over the economic outlook for Switzerland has risen due to the conflict in the Middle East and global developments pose the main risk for inflation, minutes of

Middle East war feeding uncertainty over Swiss economic outlook, SNB minutes show
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian missiles and drones bombard Ukraine in hourslong attack, killing at least 16

Russia has launched a massive aerial attack on Ukraine, targeting civilian areas with hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles

Russian missiles and drones bombard Ukraine in hourslong attack, killing at least 16
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Brazilian payments firm Ebanx makes Southeast Asia push

Brazilian cross-border payments company Ebanx said it is expanding global operations, with a focus on Southeast Asia, strengthening its footprint

Brazilian payments firm Ebanx makes Southeast Asia push
Crime|Travel|World

China issues US safety alert for citizens citing 'malicious questioning' by US border officers

China's foreign ministry on Thursday issued a notice warning citizens of security risks traveling to the U.S. and advised citizens not to enter the country from the

China issues US safety alert for citizens citing 'malicious questioning' by US border officers
Business|Economy|World

Pernod CFO says talks with Brown-Forman are "ongoing"

Pernod Ricard's talks to merge with U.S. rival Brown-Forman are continuing, Pernod Ricard's finance chief said on Thursday.

Pernod CFO says talks with Brown-Forman are "ongoing"
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Bank of England's Bailey says 'not going to rush' judgements on rate rises, BBC reports

The Bank of England was "not going to rush to judgements" on interest rate rises, Governor Andrew Bailey told BBC News, as global central banks contend with an energy

Bank of England's Bailey says 'not going to rush' judgements on rate rises, BBC reports
Business|Economy|Finance|World

EQT restarts sale of contact lens maker Ginko in at least $1 billion deal, sources say

Private equity firm EQT is restarting the sale process for the mainland Chinese business of contact lens maker Ginko International, targeting a valuation of

EQT restarts sale of contact lens maker Ginko in at least $1 billion deal, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Japan sees private credit as a policy pillar despite overseas market turmoil

Japan's financial regulator sees private credit as a potential key pillar of its new strategy to meet rising corporate funding demand

Japan sees private credit as a policy pillar despite overseas market turmoil
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|US|World

Dollar steady as traders weigh escalating Iran war against ceasefire hopes

The U.S. dollar was steady on Monday, while the yen flirted with the crucial 160 per dollar level, as investors took stock of the escalating Iran war, with

Dollar steady as traders weigh escalating Iran war against ceasefire hopes
Europe|Political|World

Hungarian state news staff push for editorial freedom as Magyar vows shake‑up

Over 90 journalists from Hungarian state news agency MTI have demanded the immediate restoration of impartial news coverage following election winner

Hungarian state news staff push for editorial freedom as Magyar vows shake‑up
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Dollar inches higher as investors focus on path to Iran peace deal

The U.S. dollar rose slightly on Thursday, but remained near its lowest level since early March, as markets waited hopefully for further news

Dollar inches higher as investors focus on path to Iran peace deal
Crime|Education|Europe|World

Turkish school shooter used image referencing 2014 U.S. mass killer, police say

A 14-year-old student who shot at least nine people dead, including eight of his fellow pupils, at a school in southeastern Turkey had used an image referencing a 2014 U.S

Turkish school shooter used image referencing 2014 U.S. mass killer, police say
World

Iran, US narrow differences after Pakistani mediation but splits remain, senior Iranian official says

Iran and the United States have made some progress as they push for an agreement under Pakistani mediation, but more than halfway through a two-week truce big splits remain

Iran, US narrow differences after Pakistani mediation but splits remain, senior Iranian official says
Australia|Celebrity|Europe|Health|Technology|Travel|World

Prince Harry praises Australia's leadership on social media ban as Meghan tells of online bullying

Britain's Prince Harry on Thursday praised Australia's "epic" leadership on curbing harmful social media use for teens, as his wife Meghan, Duchess of

Prince Harry praises Australia's leadership on social media ban as Meghan tells of online bullying
Americas|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Peruvian markets stumble as Castillo-backed leftist gains ground

Peruvian markets have reacted nervously as left-wing congressman Roberto Sanchez gains ground in a tight presidential race, reigniting

Peruvian markets stumble as Castillo-backed leftist gains ground
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

South Korean President Lee to make state visits to India and Vietnam

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung will make a state visit to India, the first by a South Korean leader in eight years, before heading to Vietnam, a presidential adviser

South Korean President Lee to make state visits to India and Vietnam
Business|Economy|World

UK economy surged ahead of Iran war, but energy shock to test resilience

Britain's economy put on a burst of growth in February, suggesting it was in slightly better shape before the start of the Iran war than many economists had

UK economy surged ahead of Iran war, but energy shock to test resilience
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Stocks back to record-setting ways on Middle East truce hopes

World stocks climbed for a 10th straight day to hit new record highs on Thursday, as equity markets completed a remarkable

Stocks back to record-setting ways on Middle East truce hopes
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Bulgarian election fraud in spotlight on eve of vote

There are many reliable ways to meddle in a Bulgarian election.

Bulgarian election fraud in spotlight on eve of vote
Political|World

Turkey urges "constructive" U.S.-Iran talks to end war

Turkey said on Thursday it would continue supporting peace talks between the United States and Iran and called on the sides to be "constructive" in negotiations to end the

Turkey urges "constructive" U.S.-Iran talks to end war
Health|World

Gaza's war amputees short of prostheses under Israeli restrictions

Fourteen-year-old Fadel al-Naji used to be a keen footballer but is now largely confined to his home in

Gaza's war amputees short of prostheses under Israeli restrictions
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Can Iran legally impose tolls on the Strait of Hormuz?

Tehran has sought to tighten its grip over the Strait of Hormuz by charging tolls on vessels to ensure safe passage, in conjunction with Iran's Islamic

Can Iran legally impose tolls on the Strait of Hormuz?
Economy|Political|US|World

New Jersey voters decide who will fill Mikie Sherrill’s House seat

By Nolan D.

New Jersey voters decide who will fill Mikie Sherrill’s House seat
Australia|Crime|Political|World

Former US Marine pilot loses appeal against extradition from Australia

A former U.S.

Former US Marine pilot loses appeal against extradition from Australia
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Hedge funds on track for best monthly returns in over a decade, Goldman says

Hedge funds are on track for their best monthly performance in more than a decade, after overcoming a market downturn in March triggered by the Iran war

Hedge funds on track for best monthly returns in over a decade, Goldman says
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Samsung asks court to block illegal strike activities by unions

Samsung Electronics asked a court on Thursday to block its South Korean labour unions engaging in illegal activities during strike, a spokesperson said, as a wage dispute

Samsung asks court to block illegal strike activities by unions
Business|Economy|Technology|World

German car buyers keen on Chinese EV maker BYD in first quarter, data shows

Chinese car brands such as BYD are gaining traction among German consumers who are increasingly looking to buy electric cars amid rising

German car buyers keen on Chinese EV maker BYD in first quarter, data shows
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US will punish fraud, insider trading, derivatives regulator tells Congress

Washington's top derivatives regulator is due on Thursday to reassure lawmakers that the United States will punish fraud as concern mounts on

US will punish fraud, insider trading, derivatives regulator tells Congress
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Pernod Ricard says Iran war to hit full-year sales despite Q3 pickup

Pernod Ricard warned on Thursday that full-year net sales will fall due to a decline in tourism in the Middle East amid the Iran war, even as it

Pernod Ricard says Iran war to hit full-year sales despite Q3 pickup
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Wall Street bank earnings in five charts as volatile markets take center stage

Major U.S. banks delivered a split picture this week, as Middle East-linked market volatility lifted trading in the first quarter but clouded dealmaking prospects.

Wall Street bank earnings in five charts as volatile markets take center stage
Economy|Finance|Political|World

Brazil's Lula assails Trump threats, says leaders should seek respect

Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva delivered a blunt critique of U.S.

Brazil's Lula assails Trump threats, says leaders should seek respect
Crime|World

South African opposition leader Malema gets jail sentence for firing gun

South African opposition leader Julius Malema was sentenced to five years in jail on Thursday for firing a rifle in the air at a rally

South African opposition leader Malema gets jail sentence for firing gun
Economy|Political|US|World

Trump tries economic reset as Republicans fret over high gas prices  

U.S.

Trump tries economic reset as Republicans fret over high gas prices  
Europe|Political|World

Russian strikes kill 17 across Ukraine in worst attack this year

Russia unleashed its deadliest attack so far this year on the Ukrainian capital Kyiv and other cities overnight, killing at least 17

Russian strikes kill 17 across Ukraine in worst attack this year
Political|World

Trump says Lebanese and Israeli leaders to speak, Pakistan says Lebanon peace essential

U.S.

Trump says Lebanese and Israeli leaders to speak, Pakistan says Lebanon peace essential
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|World

In tough times, Russians are turning to witchcraft

Self-described witch Natalia Malinovskaya has a new client base: men fighting in eastern Ukraine, who, like a growing number of Russians, are drawn to the supernatural

In tough times, Russians are turning to witchcraft
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Google should allow third-party search engines access to data, EU says

The European Commission has proposed that Google allow third-party search engines to access its search data, including that of artificial intelligence chatbots with

Google should allow third-party search engines access to data, EU says
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Iran war brings US close to net crude exporter for first time since World War Two

The U.S. nearly turned into a net crude exporter last week for the first time since World War Two as shipments surged close to

Iran war brings US close to net crude exporter for first time since World War Two
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

TSMC lifts revenue forecast, pledges more capital spending to meet AI chip demand

TSMC raised its annual revenue forecast on Thursday and said it was stepping up capital spending this year as the world's

TSMC lifts revenue forecast, pledges more capital spending to meet AI chip demand
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Six-week roundtrip

What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets After a dreary, war-filled six weeks, global stocks are once again

Six-week roundtrip
Crime|Europe|World

President Zelenskiy accepts Roosevelt award for Ukraine's fight for freedom

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Thursday held a moment of silence for victims of extensive overnight Russian air attacks as he

President Zelenskiy accepts Roosevelt award for Ukraine's fight for freedom
Business|Economy|Political|World

Hopes for deal to end Iran war grow, but nuclear issues unresolved

Optimism grew on Thursday that the Iran war may be near an end, with a key Pakistani mediator having made a breakthrough on

Hopes for deal to end Iran war grow, but nuclear issues unresolved
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Lifestyle|World

Harry and Meghan address toll of royal life, as duchess says she was the ‘most trolled person in the world’

Harry and Meghan address toll of royal life, as duchess says she was the ‘most trolled person in the world’

Harry and Meghan address toll of royal life, as duchess says she was the ‘most trolled person in the world’
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Travelers profit rises on stronger underwriting, lower catastrophe losses

Property and casualty insurance giant Travelers reported a jump in first-quarter profit, buoyed by robust underwriting gains and lower catastrophe losses than a year earlier when

Travelers profit rises on stronger underwriting, lower catastrophe losses
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Wall St futures edge higher on Mideast diplomacy hopes, strong earnings

U.S. stock index futures inched higher on Thursday as investors grew more confident that the worst of the Middle East conflict had passed, while a

Wall St futures edge higher on Mideast diplomacy hopes, strong earnings
Health|Political|Science|US|World

Kennedy to tout new food policies but skip vaccines in remarks to US Congress

U.S. Health Secretary Robert F.

Kennedy to tout new food policies but skip vaccines in remarks to US Congress
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Bulgaria's pro-Russian former president leads election race on anti-graft ticket

In a grassy valley in rural southern Bulgaria, farmer Nikolay Vasiliev is desperate for change.

Bulgaria's pro-Russian former president leads election race on anti-graft ticket
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Oil prices rise on doubts US-Iran peace talks will ease Hormuz disruption

Oil prices rose on Thursday, reversing earlier declines as the market questioned whether peace talks between the U.S. and Iran would achieve a deal to

Oil prices rise on doubts US-Iran peace talks will ease Hormuz disruption
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

JPMorgan's Dimon warns Iran war may drive inflation and interest rates higher

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon warned on Monday that the war in Iran risks oil and commodity price shocks that could keep inflation sticky and push

JPMorgan's Dimon warns Iran war may drive inflation and interest rates higher
World

Seeking signals from the noise

Wall Street and the Asian stock markets that were open ticked higher on Easter Monday, as investors shrugged off another rise in oil prices and

Seeking signals from the noise
Political|US|World

Trump threatens jail for reporter who revealed Iran airman rescue

U.S.

Trump threatens jail for reporter who revealed Iran airman rescue
Crime|Health|World

Israeli airstrike kills at least 10 near Gaza school as ceasefire strains

An Israeli airstrike killed at least 10 people and wounded several others outside a school housing displaced Palestinians on

Israeli airstrike kills at least 10 near Gaza school as ceasefire strains
Business|Economy|World

Trump proposes to cut 9,400 TSA workers, $1.5 billion from budget

The White House is proposing to cut more than 9,400 workers and just over $1.5 billion from the 60,000-employee Transportation Security

Trump proposes to cut 9,400 TSA workers, $1.5 billion from budget
Business|Technology|World

Under global spotlight, Australia plays hardball on social media ban

Since Australia banned children from using social media in December, lawmakers from Spain to Malaysia have expressed interest in following suit, while U.S.

Under global spotlight, Australia plays hardball on social media ban
Business|Economy|World

Equities gain, oil settles higher as investors watch US-Iran standoff

U.S. equity indexes closed modestly higher and U.S. oil futures settled above $112 per barrel on Monday as investors

Equities gain, oil settles higher as investors watch US-Iran standoff
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Japan February household spending falls 1.8% year-on-year

Japanese household spending in February fell 1.8% from a year earlier, internal affairs ministry data showed on Tuesday, versus the median market forecast for a 0.7% fall.

Japan February household spending falls 1.8% year-on-year
Business|Economy|Political|World

UN expected to vote on watered-down Hormuz resolution on Tuesday

The U.N.

UN expected to vote on watered-down Hormuz resolution on Tuesday
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Air NZ hikes fares, cuts flights as fuel costs more than double on Iran war

Air New Zealand said on Tuesday it would slash flights across May and June as well as hike fares, as the Iran war disrupts global air travel and sends jet fuel costs higher.

Air NZ hikes fares, cuts flights as fuel costs more than double on Iran war
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Trump's shipping waiver does not boost oil flows within US; fuel exports soar

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Trump's shipping waiver does not boost oil flows within US; fuel exports soar
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Trump says Tuesday deadline to make a deal with Iran is final

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Trump says Tuesday deadline to make a deal with Iran is final
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The modern Pompeii buried under tons of concrete

The modern Pompeii buried under tons of concrete

The modern Pompeii buried under tons of concrete
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Trump seizes on rescue of downed airman to recast unpopular Iran war

President Donald Trump was on the verge of a crisis in the Iran war, faced with the rare instance of an American airman shot down and stranded deep

Trump seizes on rescue of downed airman to recast unpopular Iran war
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US crude premiums climb to record levels as Asia, Europe compete for supply

Spot premiums for U.S.

US crude premiums climb to record levels as Asia, Europe compete for supply
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China's Xi urges faster development of new energy system as Middle East war continues

Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for accelerated planning and construction of a new energy system to safeguard the country's

China's Xi urges faster development of new energy system as Middle East war continues
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Wall St ends higher as investors parse US-Iran negotiations, threats

U.S. stocks advanced on Monday as investors looked for signs of progress toward a U.S.-Iran ceasefire deal and evaluated President Donald Trump's

Wall St ends higher as investors parse US-Iran negotiations, threats
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A breakthrough deal or a crude awakening?

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur Banerjee: Markets are holding their collective breath as optimism over a possible deal to open the Strait of Hormuz clashes with the

A breakthrough deal or a crude awakening?
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South Korea says Pyongyang's response to drone apology marks progress in easing tensions

South Korea's Unification Ministry said on Tuesday that North Korea's rare conciliatory response to President Lee Jae Myung’s expression of regret over drone incursions

South Korea says Pyongyang's response to drone apology marks progress in easing tensions
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Iran rejects ceasefire as Trump ramps up threats ahead of deadline

Iran said on Monday it wanted a lasting end to the war with the U.S. and Israel, and pushed back against pressure to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, while U.S.

Iran rejects ceasefire as Trump ramps up threats ahead of deadline
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China targets Taiwan's chip prowess to evade global 'containment', Taipei government says

China is targeting Taiwan to obtain its advanced chip manufacturing technology and talent as a way of breaking through international "containment" of the country, according

China targets Taiwan's chip prowess to evade global 'containment', Taipei government says
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Vietnam's top leader To Lam consolidates power, gets China-style mandate

Vietnam's lawmakers unanimously elected Communist Party Secretary General To Lam as the country's state president for the

Vietnam's top leader To Lam consolidates power, gets China-style mandate
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Trump administration ends some civil rights settlements backing transgender students

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Trump administration ends some civil rights settlements backing transgender students
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House moving ahead on bill to protect Haitian immigrants, in slap back to Trump administration

In a rare bipartisan moment, the House has agreed to consider legislation that would extend temporary protections for Haitian immigrants

House moving ahead on bill to protect Haitian immigrants, in slap back to Trump administration
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Ukraine's attack drone fleet faces a mini jet engine supply crunch

Specialist mini jet engine makers across Europe are ramping up production and investment to head off

Ukraine's attack drone fleet faces a mini jet engine supply crunch
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Democrats see a chance to win back Latino voters in southern Florida

Republicans’ longstanding support among voters of Cuban and Venezuelan descent in South Florida, a cornerstone of the party’s regional success over the

Democrats see a chance to win back Latino voters in southern Florida
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South Africa private sector returns to growth but Iran war clouds outlook, PMI shows

South Africa's private sector returned to growth in March as faster output and hiring outweighed a slump in export orders and business confidence linked to the U.S.-

South Africa private sector returns to growth but Iran war clouds outlook, PMI shows
Asia|Political|World

Key facts on relations as Taiwan opposition leader visits China

Taiwan opposition leader Cheng Li-wun arrived in China on Tuesday on what she says is a mission of peace, happening at a time Beijing has ramped up its military and political

Key facts on relations as Taiwan opposition leader visits China
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Iraq could restore oil exports to pre-war level within a week if Hormuz reopens, Basra Oil chief says

Iraq could restore crude oil exports to around 3.4 million barrels per day within a week provided the Iran war ends and the Strait of Hormuz reopens,

Iraq could restore oil exports to pre-war level within a week if Hormuz reopens, Basra Oil chief says
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Spain services sector grows but costs soar, confidence weakens amid war, PMI shows

Spain's services sector expanded faster in March but demand softened, costs rose at the fastest pace in nearly three years and confidence weakened amid the war in the

Spain services sector grows but costs soar, confidence weakens amid war, PMI shows
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Italy service sector contracts for first time in 16 months, survey shows

Italy's service sector contracted in March for the first time in 16 months, a business survey showed on Tuesday, as domestic and foreign demand declined and costs surged in

Italy service sector contracts for first time in 16 months, survey shows
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Iran war jeopardizes U.S. global leadership, warns Italian minister

The Iran war has put U.S. global leadership on the line, Italy's Defence Minister Guido Crosetto said, expressing fear about the "madness" of nuclear escalation.

Iran war jeopardizes U.S. global leadership, warns Italian minister
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Vietnam's top leader To Lam wins state presidency, gets China-style mandate

Vietnam's lawmakers on Tuesday unanimously elected Communist Party Secretary General To Lam as the country's state

Vietnam's top leader To Lam wins state presidency, gets China-style mandate
Africa|Business|Economy|World

Kenya private sector activity shrinks for first time since August 2025

Kenya's private sector activity contracted in March for the first time since August, partly due to the war in the Middle East, with only the wholesale and retail sectors

Kenya private sector activity shrinks for first time since August 2025
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‘Wait for death’: Inside Iran’s psychological war against its enemies

‘Wait for death’: Inside Iran’s psychological war against its enemies

‘Wait for death’: Inside Iran’s psychological war against its enemies
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German service sector growth slows to seven-month low, PMI shows

Business activity growth in Germany's service sector abruptly lost momentum in March as demand weakened amid fallout from the war in the Middle East, a survey showed on

German service sector growth slows to seven-month low, PMI shows
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Euro zone growth slows to nine-month low on surging costs, PMI shows

The euro zone's private sector expansion weakened sharply in March as the Middle East war drove up energy costs and disrupted supply chains, with overall demand - a key

Euro zone growth slows to nine-month low on surging costs, PMI shows
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Taiwan opposition chief arrives for China 'peace' mission, president calls for talks

Taiwan's opposition leader arrived in China on Tuesday for a "peace" mission and potential meeting with President Xi Jinping, as

Taiwan opposition chief arrives for China 'peace' mission, president calls for talks
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Deal, delay or strike? Investors on edge as Trump's Iran deadline nears

Global markets have entered a period of heightened uncertainty ahead of a deadline set by U.S.

Deal, delay or strike? Investors on edge as Trump's Iran deadline nears
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IEA chief: current oil and gas crisis worse than 1973, 1979, 2022 together

The current oil and gas crisis triggered by the blockade of the Strait of

IEA chief: current oil and gas crisis worse than 1973, 1979, 2022 together
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France's services sector contracts in March as Middle East war hits demand, PMI shows

France's services sector contracted further in March as client spending weakened due to the war in the Middle East and caution among businesses in the run-up to last month's

France's services sector contracts in March as Middle East war hits demand, PMI shows
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Vietnam's top leader To Lam expands power, new PM elected

Vietnam's lawmakers on Tuesday unanimously elected Communist Party Secretary General To Lam as the country's state

Vietnam's top leader To Lam expands power, new PM elected
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Japan sees weakening economic momentum, early signs of war-induced pain

An index measuring the health of Japan's economy slid in February, government data showed on Tuesday, highlighting a soft spot in the economy even before it

Japan sees weakening economic momentum, early signs of war-induced pain
Australia|Crime|World

Australia's most decorated soldier charged with war crimes

Australia's most decorated soldier was arrested on Tuesday and charged with five counts of war crimes relating to the killing of unarmed civilians while

Australia's most decorated soldier charged with war crimes
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Toronto home sales snap losing streak as lower prices entice buyers

Greater Toronto Area home sales rose for the first time in six months in March in a sign that reduced prices have lured more homebuyers into the market,

Toronto home sales snap losing streak as lower prices entice buyers
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UK services firms report surge in costs, fading optimism as Iran war takes toll

Businesses in Britain's services sector reported the biggest month-on-month jump in costs in March since 2021, driven by higher energy and transportation

UK services firms report surge in costs, fading optimism as Iran war takes toll
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Middle East war means 'all roads' lead to higher prices, slower growth, IMF chief says

The war in the Middle East will lead to higher inflation and slower global growth, the head of the International Monetary Fund told Reuters on Monday,

Middle East war means 'all roads' lead to higher prices, slower growth, IMF chief says
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Airline pilots must be given final say on flying in war zones, aviators' group says

Pilots must be given a "final and non-negotiable" say allowing them to refuse to fly over or within conflict zones without influence from commercial

Airline pilots must be given final say on flying in war zones, aviators' group says
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Russia confirms deaths of 16 Cameroonians fighting in Ukraine war, Yaounde says

Cameroon said Russian authorities have confirmed the deaths of 16 Cameroonians fighting against Ukraine, the first time the Central African country has spoken about the

Russia confirms deaths of 16 Cameroonians fighting in Ukraine war, Yaounde says
Africa|Political|World

South Sudan's Kiir sacks parliament speaker and deputy

South Sudan President Salva Kiir has sacked the East African nation's speaker and deputy speaker of parliament, according to a decree read out in the parliament on Tuesday

South Sudan's Kiir sacks parliament speaker and deputy
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UBS lowers 2026 S&P 500 target on Middle East conflict risks

April 7 - UBS Global Wealth Management trimmed its S&P 500 index target for 2026, pointing to sustained higher oil prices amid the ongoing Middle East conflict that could pressure U.S. economic growth

UBS lowers 2026 S&P 500 target on Middle East conflict risks
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Final countdown?

What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Anna Szymanski, Editor-in-Charge, Reuters Open Interest Markets are once again held in suspense as traders count

Final countdown?
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Some firms in Saudi extend work from home ahead of Iran ultimatum

Some Western and Saudi firms in Riyadh have extended work-from-home advisories this week, five people familiar with the matter said, amid concern over a looming U.S.-imposed

Some firms in Saudi extend work from home ahead of Iran ultimatum
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Iran sets preconditions for talks on lasting peace with U.S., senior official tells Reuters

Iran has set preconditions for talks on a lasting peace with the United States, a senior official told Reuters on Tuesday, including an immediate halt to strikes, guarantees

Iran sets preconditions for talks on lasting peace with U.S., senior official tells Reuters
World

Israel refrains from striking Lebanese-Syrian border crossing after mediation efforts, source says

The Israeli military has refrained from striking a key border crossing between Syria and Lebanon after both pressed the U.S. on the need to keep it open, a Lebanese source

Israel refrains from striking Lebanese-Syrian border crossing after mediation efforts, source says
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ASML shares fall on US Congress plan to further restrict China exports

Shares of computer chip equipment maker ASML dipped on Tuesday, the first trading day after U.S. lawmakers last week proposed a law that could further restrict the

ASML shares fall on US Congress plan to further restrict China exports
Europe|World

US remarks on NATO are pushing Europe to seek alternative security options, Spain says

Recent U.S. complaints about NATO allies and threats to quit the alliance are pushing European countries to seek alternative security

US remarks on NATO are pushing Europe to seek alternative security options, Spain says
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'At your service': Hungary's Orban offered help to Putin, Bloomberg reports

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban offered last year to help Russian President Vladimir Putin "in any way", such as by hosting a summit in Budapest to settle the war

'At your service': Hungary's Orban offered help to Putin, Bloomberg reports
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Artemis II moon crew flies farther than humans have ever gone before

The four astronauts of NASA's Artemis II mission flew deeper into space on Monday than any humans before them, as they cruised through a

Artemis II moon crew flies farther than humans have ever gone before
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Fed's Williams says Middle East war will drive up inflation - Bloomberg

By Michael S.

Fed's Williams says Middle East war will drive up inflation - Bloomberg
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Gunfight near Israeli consulate in Istanbul recalls Turkey's past militant attacks

An attacker was killed in a gun battle with police outside the building housing the Israeli consulate in Istanbul on Tuesday, according to authorities and Reuters

Gunfight near Israeli consulate in Istanbul recalls Turkey's past militant attacks
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Puig, Estee Lauder founding families to meet for combination talks, source says

The founding families of the Spanish firm Puig, which owns such brands as Rabanne and Nina Ricci, and U.S. cosmetics giant Estee Lauder will meet this week in New York to

Puig, Estee Lauder founding families to meet for combination talks, source says
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Wall St opens lower ahead of Trump's Iran deadline

Wall Street's main indexes opened lower open on Tuesday as investors assessed comments from the U.S. and Iran for any clues on where the conflict was headed, before President

Wall St opens lower ahead of Trump's Iran deadline
Crime|World

South African politician Julius Malema jailed for 5 years for firing rifle shots at rally

A South African opposition party leader, Julius Malema, has been sentenced to five years in prison for breaking firearm laws

South African politician Julius Malema jailed for 5 years for firing rifle shots at rally
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US hits military targets on Iran's Kharg Island, Vance says no change to strategy

U.S. strikes on Iran's Kharg Island do not represent a change in American strategy, U.S.

US hits military targets on Iran's Kharg Island, Vance says no change to strategy
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|US|World

Oil surges on US blockade of Iran

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Tom Westbrook Oil futures jumped back over $100 at the open in Asia on Monday, the dollar fell and stocks were down as U.S.-Iran talks

Oil surges on US blockade of Iran
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Russian attacks kill eight in Ukraine's southeast, target buses

Russian attacks on Ukraine's southeast on Tuesday killed eight people and injured more than two dozen others, officials said, with Kyiv accusing Moscow of escalating strikes

Russian attacks kill eight in Ukraine's southeast, target buses
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Russia says Middle East war disruption opens up new trade opportunities

Global supply disruptions caused by the war in the Middle East have opened up new trade opportunities for Russia, but price stability in the domestic market remains a

Russia says Middle East war disruption opens up new trade opportunities
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Trump says 'a whole civilization will die tonight' if Iran does not make a deal

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Trump says 'a whole civilization will die tonight' if Iran does not make a deal
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Philippine central bank warns of oil spike 'spillover effects' as inflation breaches target

The Philippines’ central bank warned on Tuesday of 'spillover effects' on consumer prices from sharp oil price increases, after the

Philippine central bank warns of oil spike 'spillover effects' as inflation breaches target
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US business spending on equipment on solid ground before Iran war

New orders for key U.S.-manufactured capital goods increased more than expected in February while shipments of those products rose solidly, suggesting

US business spending on equipment on solid ground before Iran war
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Vape makers turn to 'Made in America' credentials amid Trump's tariffs, crackdown

The U.S. vaping market, long dominated by Chinese imports, is seeing an uptick of "Made in America" products, in what some analysts and industry executives

Vape makers turn to 'Made in America' credentials amid Trump's tariffs, crackdown
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Heads of IEA, IMF, World Bank to meet next Monday to discuss energy crisis

The leaders of the International Energy Agency, the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank will discuss the energy crisis triggered by the Iran war next Monday, IEA

Heads of IEA, IMF, World Bank to meet next Monday to discuss energy crisis
Education|World

Florida governor signs 'terrorist' designation law, raises free speech and due process concerns

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed into law a measure that gave him and other state officials the power to designate groups as "terrorist

Florida governor signs 'terrorist' designation law, raises free speech and due process concerns
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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