Justice Department cites dinner shooting to press preservationists to drop Trump ballroom suit
Oil jumps more than 2% as US-Iran peace talks stall
Global military spending rises 2.9% despite US decline over Ukraine freeze
Fitzpatrick brothers pull out a dramatic win at the Zurich to punch Alex's ticket to the PGA Tour
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Joel Embiid in starting lineup for 76ers in Game 4 vs the Celtics 17 days after an appendectomy
Wembanyama returns from concussion and Spurs beat Blazers 114-93 to take 3-1 series lead
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Citadel hits back after Mamdani features Griffin's penthouse in video
Ken Griffin's Citadel has pushed back against Zohran Mamdani after the New York Mayor dragged in the billionaire investor's penthouse in his push to tax wealthy property owners in
April 24, 2026
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Colombia's Ecopetrol to buy 26% stake in Brazil's Brava, seeks majority control
Colombia's state oil firm Ecopetrol has agreed to buy a stake of around 26% in Brazilian energy firm Brava, in a deal that could result in the Colombian company taking
April 24, 2026
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Golf-PGA Tour cuts 4% of workforce as part of organisational restructuring
The PGA Tour eliminated 4% of its workforce on Thursday as part of a restructuring process.
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Citi creates Financial and Strategic Investors group in investment banking, hires Lazard executive
Citigroup is creating a new division within investment banking to boost transactions with financial sponsors, the bank's head of banking Vis Raghavan
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US ambassador to Mexico floats action on bribery, corruption
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Musk sounds cautious tone on robotaxis amid slower-than-expected rollout
The rollout of Tesla’s fledgling robotaxi business is going more slowly than expected, several Wall Street analysts said, following
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US EEOC Chair violated ethics rules halting LGBTQ cases, complaint alleges
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Trump to tap government contracting expert to head TSA, sources say
President Donald Trump intends to nominate a longtime business executive and government contracting expert to head the Transportation Security
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Trump announces drug pricing deal with Regeneron
President Donald Trump announced a drug pricing deal with Regeneron Pharmaceuticals on Thursday, wrapping up the
April 23, 2026
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Intel forecasts second-quarter revenue above estimates, shares jump 15%
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White House expected to extend Jones Act waiver up to 90 days, sources say
The White House is expected to extend the Jones Act waiver for up to 90 days as early as Friday to help blunt fuel price pressures tied to the Iran conflict,
April 24, 2026
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Cuban diplomat denies that releasing political prisoners is part of US negotiations
Havana won't abide by any American “ultimatums” to release political prisoners as part of new talks
April 24, 2026
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Meta to cut 10% of staff as it pours billions into AI
Meta to cut 10% of staff as it pours billions into AI
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Albertsons reaches $774M settlement to close all opioid-related legal claims
Albertsons reaches $774M settlement to close all opioid-related legal claims
April 24, 2026
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Trump unveils deal with Regeneron to lower drug prices as part of most-favored-nation initiative
President Donald Trump has announced a deal with Regeneron to lower the cost of its pharmaceutical products
April 23, 2026
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US stocks fall on a shaky Wall Street as Brent oil briefly barrels above $107
U.S. stocks pulled back from their record heights on a shaky Wall Street
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After scammers stole their savings, 3 Maryland women found support in each other
After scammers stole their savings, 3 Maryland women found support in each other
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Rain and heat threaten strawberry crops
Rain and heat threaten strawberry crops
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Warner Bros shareholders approve Paramount's $81 billion takeover of the Hollywood giant
An $81 billion Warner-Paramount mega merger has received shareholders’ stamp of approval, propelling a deal that could vastly reshape Hollywood and the wider media landscape closer to the finish line
April 23, 2026
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FACT FOCUS: RFK Jr. misleads on Medicaid cuts
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been disputing claims of Medicaid cuts in President Donald Trump's 2025 tax and spending law
April 24, 2026
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US charges 2 Chinese nationals with managing cyberscam compound in Myanmar
Two Chinese nationals face charges in the U.S. that they managed a sprawling compound in Myanmar where authorities say workers were forced to participate in cryptocurrency investment fraud scams
April 24, 2026
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Italy set to become euro zone's most indebted country, replacing Greece
Greece will cease to be the euro zone's most indebted country by the end of this year as its public debt will fall below
April 23, 2026
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Electrolux plans about $1 billion share issue, tie-up with Midea in North America to shake up ops
Swedish appliance maker Electrolux said on Thursday it would launch a 9 billion Swedish crown ($976.34 million) rights issue and unveiled
April 23, 2026
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Cuba sees short-term relief as Russian oil begins to flow
Cubans this week began to reap the benefits of a recent 100,000 metric ton delivery of Russian oil, a temporary lifeline for the energy-starved nation and
April 24, 2026
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Crude oil futures jump on reports of air attacks, Iran power struggle
Crude oil futures spiked $5 a barrel on Thursday after reports that air defenses were engaging targets over Tehran and of a power struggle between Iran's
April 23, 2026
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Stocks close lower on fading hopes for quick Iran deal, mixed quarterly earnings
U.S. stocks fell in choppy trading on Thursday as hopes dimmed for a quick end to the Iran war, while investors grappled with a
April 23, 2026
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From beauty to transportation, a lack of water and power forces Cubans to change their routines
A lack of water, money and electricity combined with a U
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NextEra expects agreements on Japan-backed gas-fired data center projects within three months
NextEra Energy expects to finalize agreements within about the next three months for giant natural gas-fired power projects that will be backed by
April 23, 2026
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Nasdaq to launch new products ahead of extended trading hours plan
Nasdaq said on Thursday it will roll out a suite of products to support its planned extension of U.S. equities trading to 23 hours a day, five days a week, as a push to expand
April 23, 2026
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EU formally approves Ukraine loan and 20th sanctions package against Russia
The European Union formally approved on Thursday a 90-billion-euro ($105-billion) loan to Ukraine and new sanctions against
April 23, 2026
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Bottler Arca's stock jumps as volumes hold steady despite Mexican health tax
Shares in Mexican bottler Arca Continental jumped over 4% in early trading on Thursday after its volumes surpassed
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Spirit Airlines in advanced talks for federal financing, lawyer says
Spirit Airlines is in advanced discussions with the federal government over financing to help it restructure as it faces a cash
April 23, 2026
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Pope Leo decries migrants being treated 'worse than house pets'
Pope Leo on Thursday decried the world's treatment of immigrants, saying that often migrants and refugees seeking to escape violence or
April 23, 2026
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Millions of Americans may now also be considered Canadian under a new law
Millions more Americans might qualify for dual Canadian citizenship under a recent change to Canada’s requirements that has led to a surge in applications from its southern neighbor
April 23, 2026
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France investigates suspected tampering with weather sensors after Polymarket bets
France investigates suspected tampering with weather sensors after Polymarket bets
April 24, 2026
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EU approves a $106 billion loan package to help Ukraine after Hungary lifts its veto
The European Union has approved a $106 billion loan package to help Ukraine meet its economic and military needs for the next two years
April 23, 2026
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IMF eyes June visit to Mozambique amid new programme talks
By Colleen Goko JOHANNESBURG, April 23 - The International Monetary Fund will send a team to Mozambique in June to advance talks on a new loan programme, a spokesperson said, as the country struggles
April 23, 2026
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Higher fuel costs due to Iran war mean fewer people will receive aid globally, NRC says
The Iran war is having a devastating humanitarian impact globally with higher energy prices making everything from filling the tank of an aid lorry to
April 23, 2026
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US stocks end lower, oil climbs as cracks appear in fragile US-Iran truce
Wall Street stocks dipped on Thursday and crude prices rose as Iran flaunted its control over the Strait of Hormuz and on signs of escalation in the
April 23, 2026
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Lululemon CEO hire from Nike fails to impress investors, shares sink
Investors in Lululemon Athletica expressed disappointment on Thursday after the athletic apparel maker picked its
April 23, 2026
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US farm agency to move research and food safety staff from Washington
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Russia's economic contraction may spur key rate cuts, analysts say
Russia's economic contraction in the first two months of the year may prompt the central bank to cut its key rate faster than expected, some analysts
April 23, 2026
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Assassin's Creed maker Ubisoft bets on 'Black Flag' remake to turn its ship around
Ubisoft said on Thursday that "Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced", a remake of its 2013 pirate-themed hit title, would launch on July 9, marking the video
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US fixed 30-year mortgage rate drops to 6.23%
The average rate on the popular U.S. 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell this week, though further declines are likely to be limited by uncertainty surrounding a fragile
April 23, 2026
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American Airlines rejects United merger, explores deeper Alaska ties
American Airlines Chief Executive Robert Isom flatly rejected a merger with United Airlines as anti-competitive on Thursday, pledged to defend
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In two Amazon units, 'builder' replaces traditional job titles
During Amazon’s annual review season now under way, hundreds of employees will see their job titles stripped.
April 23, 2026
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Microsoft plans first voluntary employee buyout, CNBC reports
Microsoft is planning its first voluntary employee buyout in the Windows maker's 51-year history, CNBC reported on Thursday, citing a memo.
April 23, 2026
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Justice Department reclassifies state-licensed medical marijuana as a less dangerous drug
Justice Department reclassifies state-licensed medical marijuana as a less dangerous drug
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US oil executives expect crude output to rise as Iran war continues, survey shows
U.S. oil executives expect domestic production to rise as the ongoing war in Iran upends global supplies and pushes crude and fuel prices higher,
April 23, 2026
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Sheinbaum taps economist Lazzeri for Mexico's ambassador to the US
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Thursday she will propose economist Roberto Lazzeri as the country's next ambassador to the United States, opting to
April 23, 2026
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Freeport delays recovery of flagship Indonesian mine; shares down more than 8%
Freeport-McMoRan, the world's largest publicly traded copper producer, said on Thursday it expects a slower-than-anticipated recovery at its flagship Grasberg mine in Indonesia
April 23, 2026
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Argentina blocks journalists from government house citing espionage with smart glasses
The government of Argentina's President Javier Milei blocked the entry of accredited journalists to government house Casa Rosada
April 23, 2026
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EU pulls $2.3 million from Venice Biennale over Russia's return
The Venice Biennale has lost 2 million euros ($2.3 million) in funding due to its decision to allow Russia to participate in the 61st contemporary art show
April 23, 2026
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Average US long-term mortgage rate slips to 6.23%, its third weekly drop
The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate dropped for the third week in a row, easing borrowing costs for prospective homebuyers as the spring homebuying season rolls on
April 23, 2026
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What Hispanic adults, men and young Americans think of Trump, according to an AP-NORC poll
An AP-NORC poll finds many of the groups that helped elect Donald Trump as president again are deeply unhappy with his performance
April 23, 2026
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Mexico's inflation eases less than expected in early April
Mexico's 12-month inflation stood at 4.53% in the first half of April, data from statistics agency INEGI showed on Thursday, above
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India says trade talks with U.S. remain constructive after Washington visit
India and the U.S. are engaged in constructive talks aimed at reaching a balanced and mutually beneficial trade agreement, a spokesperson from India's
April 23, 2026
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Cannabis shares retreat after initial rally on narrow scope of US rescheduling
Shares of cannabis firms reversed early gains on Thursday as investors took a closer look at the limited scope of the U.S. government's move
April 23, 2026
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US labor market stable despite war, but inflation pressures building up
The number of Americans filing claims for unemployment benefits edged up last week, pointing to continued labor market stability in April, though
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US senators seek probe into FAA administrator stock sale
Three Democratic U.S. senators asked a federal watchdog to investigate if the head of the Federal Aviation Administration violated his ethics
April 23, 2026
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Dollar heads for weekly gain as Iran-US tensions undermine ceasefire hopes
The dollar edged higher and was on track for a weekly gain on Thursday, as a standoff between Iran and the United States
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UK consumers, worried about Iran war, turn most downbeat since 2023
British consumer morale slid this month to its lowest since October 2023 as households ramped up their expectations for price rises, according to a survey on Thursday that added
April 23, 2026
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Union Pacific warns higher fuel prices to pressure margins
Union Pacific said on Thursday it expects a surge in fuel prices, triggered by the conflict in the Middle East, to pressure the railroad
April 23, 2026
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US health regulators to speed up Medicare device coverage
U.S. health regulators announced a new program to speed up Medicare coverage for certain medical devices on Thursday
April 23, 2026
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Warner Bros shareholders back $110 billion merger with Paramount Skydance
Warner Bros Discovery shareholders on Thursday backed the company's proposed $110 billion merger with Paramount Skydance, but cast an advisory vote
April 23, 2026
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Milan tech firm Bending Spoons picks banks for $20 billion US listing, sources say
Bending Spoons, a European tech firm whose business model is based on reviving companies, has picked banks to organise a potential $
April 23, 2026
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Iran war impact seeps ever deeper into global economy
The global economy is facing ever more tangible strains from the energy shock triggered by the Iran war
April 23, 2026
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‘They are going to be rejected again’: NASA chief faces grilling on Trump’s budget proposal
‘They are going to be rejected again’: NASA chief faces grilling on Trump’s budget proposal
April 23, 2026
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India's inflation risks rise on supply-side disruptions, central bank says
India's inflation risks have increased, driven by supply-side disruptions including the Iran war and weather-related uncertainties, the central bank
April 23, 2026
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Druzhba oil flows to Slovakia and Hungary after Ukraine war standoff
Slovakia and Hungary said they began receiving crude oil through the Druzhba pipeline on Thursday after a months-long outage that had blocked European Union aid to
April 23, 2026
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ECB to raise rates in June on war-driven inflation but path beyond unclear
The European Central Bank will hold its deposit rate on April 30 but hike it in June, according to just over
April 23, 2026
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London's FTSE 100 closes lower as investors monitor Iran conflict, earnings
Britain's FTSE 100 closed a little lower on Thursday, with declines in heavyweight financials offset by some stocks after their corporate updates, while markets assessed fading
April 23, 2026
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Canada March factory sales most likely up 3.5% - Statscan flash estimate
Canadian factory sales most likely rose 3.5% in March from February, largely driven by higher sales in the petroleum and coal product subsector and the transportation equipment
April 23, 2026
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Hasbro sees strong quarterly sales, delays results after cyber incident
Hasbro on Thursday delayed its quarterly results due to a cybersecurity incident, but forecast first-quarter sales above analysts' expectations, sending its shares up about 6% in
April 23, 2026
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Romania's ruling coalition loses majority after its biggest party walks out
Seven ministers from Romania's largest party, the Social Democrats, resigned from the pro-European coalition government of Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan on Thursday,
April 23, 2026
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Thermo Fisher says US academic demand to stay weak, flags inflation risks from Iran war
Thermo Fisher Scientific said on Thursday it does not expect demand from U.S. and Chinese academic and government customers to recover this year
April 23, 2026
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Nasdaq beats Wall Street profit estimates as market swings fuel trading surge
Exchange operator Nasdaq beat estimates for first-quarter profit on Thursday, benefiting from higher trading volumes as investors scrambled
April 23, 2026
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Blackstone defends private credit as assets swell past $1.3 trillion
Blackstone executives backed the appeal of private credit even as sentiment around the category falters, after the world's largest alternative
April 23, 2026
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Wall St opens lower on Middle East impasse, mixed earnings
Wall Street's main indexes opened lower on Thursday, with investors hesitant to extend the recent equities rally in the absence of clear signals on the U.S.-Iran war, while a
April 23, 2026
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Lawsuit accuses JetBlue of using customers' personal data to raise air fares
JetBlue has been sued in a proposed class action claiming it uses customers' personal data to set ticket prices, after its response to a social media
April 23, 2026
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Germany recession risk jumps as Iran war lifts energy prices, IMK says
The risk of Germany slipping into recession has risen sharply due to the Iran war, a study by the IMK institute seen by Reuters on Thursday showed, as higher energy prices
April 23, 2026
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EU loan throws Ukraine a lifeline but more help needed for war
The approval of a 90-billion-euro European Union loan throws Ukraine a lifeline, averting deep cuts to public services, but Kyiv may need more money to meet
April 23, 2026
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Leidos gets $617 million U.S. Army contract as Pentagon steps up replenishment
Defense contractor Leidos said on Thursday it won a $617 million contract from the U.S.
April 23, 2026
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AI deepens US tech divide as IBM, ServiceNow spark software selloff, TI lifts chipmakers
U.S. technology stocks diverged further on Thursday as results from IBM and ServiceNow rekindled fears of AI‑driven disruption in software,
April 23, 2026
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Blackstone designed funds with credit cycles in mind, CEO says
The world's largest alternative asset manager Blackstone designed its funds with changes in credit markets in mind, its chairman and CEO said on Thursday, as the company
April 23, 2026
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Applied Digital signs $7.5 billion AI data center lease with US hyperscaler
Applied Digital has signed a long-term lease worth $7.5 billion with an unnamed U.S.-based hyperscaler at its new Delta Forge 1 site, it said on Thursday, strengthening its
April 23, 2026
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Tesla's $25 billion spending plan tests investor faith in unproven AI bets
Tesla CEO Elon Musk is asking investors to take a leap of faith on his costly bets in self-driving technology and humanoid robots that have yet to
April 23, 2026
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Mobileye lifts annual revenue forecast as auto industry demand recovers
Mobileye Global raised its annual revenue forecast on Thursday, buoyed by robust demand for its advanced driver-assistance systems as automakers placed more orders after working
April 23, 2026
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US business activity recovers in April, war with Iran is boosting prices, S&P Global survey shows
U.S. business activity picked up in April after nearly stalling in the prior month, but supplier delivery times at factories worsened as the war with
April 23, 2026
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Panama Canal says $1 million-plus auction slots reflect temporary surge in demand
The Panama Canal Authority said on Thursday that some ships had recently paid more than $1 million for crossing slots at auction, but said the unusually high prices
April 23, 2026
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AmEx beats profit estimates as spending growth hits three-year high
American Express sailed past Wall Street expectations for first-quarter profit on Thursday, as affluent customers splurging on travel and entertainment lifted card
April 23, 2026
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Trump likes a naval blockade. But Iran presents big differences from Venezuela and Cuba
President Donald Trump has turned to naval blockades to pressure the governments of Venezuela, Cuba and now Iran to meet his demands
April 23, 2026
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More countries are turning to nuclear power 40 years after the Chernobyl disaster
The 1986 Chernobyl nuclear disaster fueled global fears about nuclear energy and slowed down its development in Europe and other regions
April 23, 2026
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Union Pacific profit climbed 5% as it builds the case for its acquisition of rival Norfolk Southern
Union Pacific delivered 5% higher earnings in the first quarter as the railroad worked to prepare its case to convince regulators that its $85 billion acquisition of eastern rival Norfolk Southern is a good idea
April 23, 2026
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US jobless claim filings rise modestly to 214,000 last week, remain at historically healthy levels
The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits inched up last week but remains within the historically healthy range of recent years
April 23, 2026
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What we lose when artificial intelligence does our shopping
Retailers are racing to hand your shopping over to AI. Consumers are right to be wary – and not just about privacy.
April 23, 2026
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Trump threats against Iran are a boon for prediction markets, including some backed by his son
President Donald Trump loves to keep people guessing about his next policy moves, a reality TV, cliffhanger governing style that is helping “events” wagering companies, including some backed by one of his sons
April 23, 2026
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Iran war pushing more than 30 million back into poverty, UN development chief says
More than 30 million people will be pushed back into poverty by the impacts of the Iran war including disruptions to fuel and fertiliser supplies just
April 23, 2026
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Italy says energy crisis puts its plans for defence spending in doubt
Italy may not be able to raise defence spending as planned due to growing economic and public finance difficulties plus the need to counter surging energy
April 23, 2026
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Record demand can't save US airlines from Iran war fuel shock
U.S. airlines are seeing their best passenger numbers ever, cramming more people onto their planes and boosting revenues, yet in a cruel paradox, a
April 23, 2026
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Hasbro delays quarterly results after cybersecurity incident
Hasbro said on Thursday it would delay its quarterly earnings report due to a cybersecurity incident involving an unauthorized access to the toymaker's network.
April 23, 2026
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Teck quarterly profit beats estimates on record copper sales, higher prices
Teck Resources on Thursday beat analysts' estimates for first-quarter profit, aided by an increase in copper prices and record sales, while the company's proposed merger with
April 23, 2026
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Comcast beats estimates on sports boost, easing broadband customer losses
Comcast topped first-quarter estimates on Thursday, as a blockbuster sports lineup boosted subscriber growth and engagement, while its core broadband
April 23, 2026
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Warning of higher condom prices goes viral in China, stokes stockpiling talk
A warning of higher condom prices by the world's top maker has gone viral
April 23, 2026
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P&G's under-pressure gross margin in focus as Iran war lifts costs
Procter & Gamble is set to report a sixth straight quarter of gross margin declines as the consumer goods bellwether battles choppy demand and fresh cost pressures from the war in
April 23, 2026
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Tech checked as oil boils
What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-At-Large for Finance and Markets While stock markets have impressively filtered out much of the
April 23, 2026
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China's global EV push reflects its ambition - and harsh economics at home
From robotaxis to flying cars, China is working to export more of its cutting-edge vehicle technology - a strategy that
April 23, 2026
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Honeywell forecasts second-quarter revenue below estimates over Middle East conflict
Honeywell on Thursday forecast second-quarter revenue below Wall Street estimates as conflict in the Middle East weighed on the U.S. industrial giant's business, sending shares
April 23, 2026
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EU touts temporary energy subsidies, but costs risk ballooning
When the European Union outlines looser state aid rules next week to help governments cushion the blow from energy prices driven
April 23, 2026
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Pultegroup's quarterly profit, revenue fall amid sluggish demand for homes
Homebuilder Pultegroup on Thursday posted a drop in profit and revenue for the first quarter, as rising inflation keeps homebuyers on the sidelines.
April 23, 2026
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Dow flags higher costs, capacity risks from prolonged Middle East disruptions
Chemicals maker Dow said on Thursday it expects supply disruptions linked to the Middle East conflict to persist through 2026, warning of higher costs and potential
April 23, 2026
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UK to pay France up to $892 million in deal to reduce migrant crossings
Britain said on Wednesday it would pay France up to 660 million pounds ($892 million) under a three-year border security deal to curb illegal migrant crossings of the
April 23, 2026
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Dutch are facing biggest security threat in decades, intelligence agency says
The Netherlands is facing the greatest threat to its national security since the end of World War Two, chiefly from Russia and China, against the
April 23, 2026
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Biggest IPO wave in history promises $3 trillion in value – with no profits
SpaceX, OpenAI and Anthropic are shaping up to deliver the largest wave of initial public offerings in history and the three
April 23, 2026
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American Airlines dims 2026 forecast as high fuel costs hurt margins
American Airlines cut its 2026 profit forecast on Thursday, pushing the lower-end of the range to a loss, as sky-high jet fuel costs driven by the Iran war hurt
April 23, 2026
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Europe risks falling further behind in medicine race, warns Roche CEO
Europe risks falling further behind the United States and China in pharmaceutical research and innovation because of "mind-blowing"
April 23, 2026
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Iran takes seized ships to port, countries check on seafarers' safety
Two container ships seized by Iran near the Strait of Hormuz with about 40 crew aboard have been taken toward
April 23, 2026
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Lockheed Martin quarterly profit falls as production delays weigh
Lockheed Martin reported a lower first-quarter profit on Thursday, as high costs on fixed-price contracts and production slowdowns on some
April 23, 2026
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Netflix boosts share buyback plan by $25 billion after failed Warner Bros bid
Netflix said on Thursday its board has authorized an additional $25 billion share repurchase program, resuming capital returns after the streaming giant
April 23, 2026
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US military says it seizes another oil tanker associated with Iran
The U.S. military hsa seized another tanker associated with the smuggling of Iranian oil
April 22, 2026
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Brazil's VP Alckmin, a negotiator of the Mercosur-EU deal, sees it as relief in a turbulent world
Brazil’s Vice President Geraldo Alckmin says the trade deal between South American bloc Mercosur and the European Union offers some solace at a time when unilateral moves have dominated the geopolitical landscape
April 23, 2026
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SNAP benefits don't pay for rotisserie chicken. A bipartisan bill might change that
A bipartisan group of U.S. senators wants government food assistance programs to cover rotisserie chicken from grocery stores
April 23, 2026
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UK companies see cost pressures spreading at record pace
Inflation indicators from British companies flashed red in two long-running business surveys published on Thursday, which showed record
April 23, 2026
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EssilorLuxottica slips as doubts linger over smart glasses growth
EssilorLuxottica's shares fell on Thursday after the eyewear maker reported broadly in‑line quarterly results, doing little to revive a stock already under
April 23, 2026
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US drivers turn to EV rentals as gasoline prices surge
Early signs of a shift toward electric vehicles have emerged for U.S. car rental companies as customers become wary of paying more at the pump
April 23, 2026
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European shares muted as investors assess Mideast developments, corporate earnings
European shares were little changed on Thursday as investor worries over collapsed U.S.-Iran peace talks and weak economic data
April 23, 2026
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UK manufacturers report plunge in confidence, see jump in costs
British manufacturers have turned their most pessimistic since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic due to the Iran war and a measure of the expectations for inflation has
April 23, 2026
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LVMH's CEO Arnault says return to growth hinges on outcome of Middle East crisis
Recovery hopes for the French luxury giant LVMH LVMH.PA hinge on the outcome of the crisis in the Middle East, CEO and controlling shareholder Bernard Arnault said on
April 23, 2026
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Investors return to US stocks as AI, earnings growth feed fear of missing out
U.S. stocks are rebounding and investors, reassured by diplomacy around the Iran war, are coming off the sidelines as AI-related
April 23, 2026
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L'Oreal shares rise 8% on first-quarter sales beat
Shares in L'Oreal jumped more than 8%, on track for their best day in four years, after the French cosmetics group posted first-quarter sales growth of
April 23, 2026
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Brazilian exports to rise 13% by 2038 amid full enforcement of EU-Mercosur trade deal, says VP
Brazil's government expects the country's exports to increase 13% by 2038 through the full enforcement of the free trade deal between the South
April 23, 2026
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Trump’s DOJ has cut thousands of law-enforcement jobs while vowing to get tough on crime
The Trump administration has cut more than 4,000 employees from some of the nation’s top law-enforcement agencies, even as it vowed
April 23, 2026
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Advent-owned firm investigated in Brazil for alleged links to organized crime
Caldic, a global chemicals distributor majority-owned by U.S. private equity firm Advent International, is under
April 23, 2026
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SpaceX conquered the stars, now eyes bigger opportunity in AI
Over the last quarter century, Elon Musk revived space travel, turning cosmic exploration into thriving businesses.
April 23, 2026
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Protein-maxxing, GLP-1s have US farmers betting on peas and lentils
Aaron Smith, a fifth-generation pea and lentil farmer in northern Idaho, says
April 23, 2026
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SpaceX IPO filing shows Elon Musk can retain board control
SpaceX is telling prospective investors its board will not need a majority of directors who are independent of
April 23, 2026
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Samsung workers rally in South Korea, demanding higher pay and threatening to strike
Thousands of Samsung Electronics workers rally at its chip complex in Pyeongtaek, South Korea, demanding higher bonuses and threatening to strike
April 23, 2026
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Stocks are at record highs and shrugging off the war with Iran
Stocks are at record highs and shrugging off the war with Iran
April 23, 2026
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Skincare company Galderma posts 25.5% sales leap, driven by US market
Swiss skincare company Galderma said on Thursday that first-quarter sales jumped 25.5% in constant-currency terms to $1.47 billion and signalled it could manage the impact
April 23, 2026
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Samsung workers protest over huge pay gap with SK Hynix, threaten long strike
Tens of thousands of Samsung Electronics workers rallied at a sprawling factory complex south of Seoul on Thursday,
April 23, 2026
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Bain Capital to sell stake in Bridge Data Centres at $5 billion valuation, sources say
U.S. investment firm Bain Capital is seeking to sell a stake of at least 40% in Bridge Data Centres (BDC) in a deal that would
April 23, 2026
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Britain's deficit narrows but fuel duty fall points to Iran war drag
Britain's budget deficit for the last financial year narrowed to a six-year low but official data published on Thursday also showed an early
April 23, 2026
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Finland to spend 3.2% of GDP on defence by 2030 despite austerity
Finland will increase defence spending to 3.2% of gross domestic product by 2030, the government said, as it decided to cut other expenditure and drafted its budget for
April 23, 2026
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Santander suspends buyback pending shareholder approval of Webster deal in US
Santander will suspend its share buyback programme pending approval from U.S. lender Webster Financial's shareholders for a $12.2 billion takeover by the Spanish bank.
April 23, 2026
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Euro zone business activity contracted in April as costs rocketed, PMI shows
Business activity in the euro zone suffered a surprise contraction in April with the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran sapping demand as prices soared, a closely watched survey
April 23, 2026
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Roche sales down 5% as currency effects outweigh gains for haemophilia drug
Swiss drugmaker Roche's first-quarter sales dropped by 5%, it said on Thursday, citing unfavourable foreign exchange effects that
April 23, 2026
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Hormuz crisis throws spotlight on world's largest 'chokepoint' - the Malacca Strait
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has forced policymakers in Asia to face questions over the security of other maritime chokepoints, including the Strait of Malacca,
April 23, 2026
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Energy costs, inflation could sap beer sales, Heineken says
The world's No. 2 brewer Heineken said on Thursday energy costs and inflation - driven up by the war in Iran - could hit demand for its beers, though its
April 23, 2026
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Nestle rides out Iran war impact, seeks turnaround in China
Nestle beat first-quarter sales forecasts and stuck to its annual outlook on Thursday, riding out the impact of the Iran war though it warned about the risk
April 23, 2026
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Jaguar Land Rover to recall over 170,000 US vehicles over loss of drive power
Jaguar Land Rover is recalling 170,169 vehicles in the U.S. due to loss of drive power, the U.S.
April 23, 2026
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French economic activity contracted at fastest pace in 14 months, survey shows
Business activity in France's private sector contracted at its fastest pace in 14 months as a downturn in the services sector amid the Iran war outweighed stronger factory
April 23, 2026
Economy|Europe|MidEast|World
German private sector contracts for first time in nearly a year, PMI shows
Germany's private sector contracted for the first time in almost a year in April as the Iran war put the brakes on the country's economic recovery, hitting demand and
April 23, 2026
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Senate passes budget plan for ICE and Border Patrol in bid to reopen Homeland Security Department
The Senate has taken the first steps in a new effort to reopen the Department of Homeland Security, voting to adopt a budget plan that would fund ICE and Border Patrol over Democratic objections
April 23, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|World
A look at China's behind-the-scenes role in Iran war diplomacy
China's behind-the-scenes role in efforts to de-escalate the Iran conflict has been gaining attention
April 23, 2026
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Residents in rural Sudan say the Iran war has made it harder to get medicines
Some people in Sudan say they have struggled to obtain medicines, and the war in Iran has made that worse
April 23, 2026
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Colombia's leader to visit Venezuela for key talks with acting President Delcy Rodríguez
Colombian President Gustavo Petro is visiting Venezuela for key talks on border security and trade with the country's acting president, Delcy Rodríguez
April 23, 2026
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China teases new aircraft carrier in video, vows to build up islands
China teased in a video an aircraft carrier that could be its fourth, and the first
April 23, 2026
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AI boom lifts Nokia sales, shares hit 16-year high after earnings beat
Nokia raised the growth targets for its artificial intelligence business on Thursday, after the network gear maker beat market
April 23, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|World
Hyundai Motor posts Q1 profit drop, warns growing business headwind
South Korea's Hyundai Motor on Thursday warned of growing business uncertainty due to the Middle East conflict after reporting a 31% drop in
April 23, 2026
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SpaceX targets in-house GPUs as it warns investors of chip supply, costs
By Echo Wang, Jeffrey Dastin and Max A.
April 23, 2026
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China’s $24 billion pet food market heats up as local brands challenge global players
In a dedicated pet mall in the centre of Beijing, Liu Xin shops for Chinese-branded, ready-made beef and chicken meals for her 2
April 23, 2026
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Iran war boosts European logistics profits as shipping chaos persists
European logistics companies are expected to report higher first-quarter profits, benefiting from the turmoil created by the U.S.-Israeli war
April 23, 2026
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Price hikes, outlook cuts - What airlines are doing as fuel costs surge
A surge in jet fuel prices driven by the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran has upended the global aviation industry, forcing airlines to raise fares and revise their financial outlooks.
March 10, 2026
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India's John Distilleries open to further stake sale to Sazerac, founder says
John Distilleries is open to selling more, and potentially all, of its founder's remaining stake to U.S. spirits group Sazerac, following an
April 23, 2026
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How much risk can markets swallow?
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Rae Wee It's hard to pop the champagne when you're constantly looking over your shoulder.
April 23, 2026
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Factory rebound lifts India's private sector growth in April, PMI shows
Growth in India's private sector accelerated in April as manufacturing and services activity rebounded after cooling last month despite elevated price pressures, a
April 23, 2026
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Renault Q1 sales beat forecasts on strong demand from partners
French automaker Renault on Thursday said first-quarter sales rose 7.3% from a year earlier, well above expectations, as a jump in
April 23, 2026
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Foreign investors buy Japan stocks on US-Iran peace hopes, AI rally
Japanese stocks attracted significant foreign investor inflows in the week through April 18, driven by a rally in artificial intelligence‑related stocks as risk sentiment improved
April 23, 2026
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Houston amends curbs on ICE cooperation after governor's threat ahead of World Cup
Houston city officials amended on Wednesday an ordinance that halted cooperation with federal immigration authorities after the Texas governor
April 23, 2026
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North Korea, Russia aim to open new road bridge soon, KCNA says
North Korea and Russia aim to open a road bridge connecting the
April 23, 2026
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Amid the gloom, Iran conflict hands Indian cotton yarn hub a win
Supply chain and fuel disruptions triggered by the war in the Middle East have dealt a heavy blow to many Indian
April 23, 2026
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Bank of Japan seen dropping hawkish signs even as it keeps rates steady
The Bank of Japan is expected to keep interest rates steady next week but signal its readiness to hike them as soon as June, as a war-driven energy shock
April 23, 2026
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Japan's Nikkei reverses below 60,000 level as profit-taking steps in
Japan's Nikkei share average reversed course on Thursday after briefly topping the 60,000 level, as investors locked in profits from an early rally as the
April 23, 2026
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Canada's prime minister says the US does not get to dictate terms for a trade agreement
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says that Washington cannot dictate the terms of the continental trade deal known as USMCA
April 23, 2026
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Peru's defense and foreign ministers resign after the president stalls US military planes deal
Peru's defense and foreign ministers have resigned after the country's president stalled a $3.5 billion deal for U.S. F-16 fighter jets
April 23, 2026
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Microsoft bets big on AI in Australia with $18 billion investment
Microsoft said on Thursday that it will invest A$25 billion ($17.9 billion) in Australia by the end of 2029 to boost computing and artificial intelligence
April 23, 2026
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USDA to expand acreage surveys to more US farmers
The U.S.
April 23, 2026
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South Korea's Q1 GDP growth roars past market on booming AI-driven chip demand
South Korea's economy delivered its fastest growth in nearly six years last quarter, smashing forecasts as booming chip exports rode a global surge in AI
April 23, 2026
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US Navy Secretary Phelan fired, sources say
Navy Secretary John Phelan has been fired, a U.S. official and a person familiar with the matter said on Wednesday, in another wartime shakeup at the
April 23, 2026
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US Senate poised to advance ICE, border funding plan after marathon voting session
U.S.
April 23, 2026
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Fire after Ukrainian attack at Russia's Tuapse refinery hits air quality
A large contingent of Russian firefighters was battling a blaze for the third day on Wednesday at the Tuapse oil refinery on the Black Sea after a Ukrainian drone attack, and
April 23, 2026
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Unionised Samsung workers to hold rally in South Korea as labour unrest grows
Unions at Samsung Electronics said they expect about 37,000 workers to attend a rally in South Korea on Thursday, ahead of a threatened
April 23, 2026
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American Airlines, Alaska Air explore deeper international partnership, sources say
American Airlines is in preliminary discussions with Alaska Air Group to broaden their existing partnership, potentially by bringing Alaska into
April 23, 2026
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SK Hynix sets record as quarterly profit jumps five-fold, says AI chip demand exceeds capacity
South Korea's SK Hynix on Thursday set a record for quarterly profit with a five-fold jump in earnings and forecast AI chip demand would
April 23, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|World
Japan's factory activity expands at strongest pace in 4 years, PMI shows
Japan's manufacturing activity expanded at its strongest pace in four years in April as firms boosted production over concerns about potential supply shortages due to
April 23, 2026
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Australia's CSL knocked by Pentagon flu policy shift, stock sinks to 2017 low
Australian biotech giant CSL extended losses on Thursday, lingering near decade lows, after the U.S. military scrapped its flu vaccine mandate, dealing
April 23, 2026
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New Zealand says oil shock delays economy's recovery but does not derail it
New Zealand's economic recovery has been delayed but not derailed, Finance Minister Nicola Willis said on Thursday after the Iran
April 23, 2026
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SoftBank seeks $10 billion margin loan backed by OpenAI shares, Bloomberg News reports
SoftBank Group is seeking a $10 billion loan secured by its shares in ChatGPT-maker OpenAI as it takes on more debt for its push into AI, Bloomberg News reported on Wednesday,
April 23, 2026
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Wildfires across Georgia and Florida destroy more than 50 homes and force evacuations
Wildfires have intensified intensifying across the U.S. Southeast
April 22, 2026
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The NFL has met with the FCC as the league faces scrutiny from regulators
The National Football League has met with the Federal Communications Commission as the league faces scrutiny from federal regulators
April 23, 2026
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TI projects upbeat quarterly results on strong data center chip demand
Texas Instruments forecast second-quarter revenue and profit above Wall Street expectations on Wednesday, anticipating a boost in demand for its analog chips
April 23, 2026
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ServiceNow flags Middle East deal delays, shares crash
ServiceNow reported on Wednesday that delays in closing several large government deals in the Middle East hurt first-quarter subscription revenue growth, sending
April 23, 2026
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Intel lands Tesla as first major customer for 14A chip technology
Tesla CEO Elon Musk said on Wednesday the EV maker plans to use Intel's next-generation 14A manufacturing process to make chips at its
April 23, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World
New Zealand's opposition Labour Party to support India free trade deal
New Zealand's opposition Labour Party said on Thursday it would support a free trade deal with India, paving the way for the agreement to clear parliament after one of
April 23, 2026
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Private credit funds for wealthy individuals raise 45% less new money in Q1, RA Stanger says
New money flows into a popular category of private credit funds for wealthy investors dropped by 45% in the first three months of this year from the same
April 23, 2026
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Mexico 'shouldn’t be nostalgic' about zero-tariff era, economy minister says
Mexico's Economy Minister Marcelo Ebrard acknowledged on Wednesday that tariffs on the country's automotive, steel and aluminum
April 23, 2026
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Anthropic seeks to debunk Pentagon's claims about its control over AI technology in military systems
Anthropic on Wednesday told an appeals court that it can’t manipulate its artificial intelligence tool Claude once it is deployed in classified Pentagon military networks
April 23, 2026
Economy|Health|Political|Science
Vaccines, budget cuts and affordability: Takeaways from RFK Jr.’s gauntlet of congressional hearings
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has concluded a marathon of budget hearings with federal lawmakers
April 23, 2026
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Water to surge into drought-depleted Lake Powell but at costs elsewhere
Desert canyons in eastern Utah will be churning this spring with huge volumes of water in a desperate attempt to keep a reservoir on the Colorado River generating electricity
April 23, 2026
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Argentina's Milei proposes elections overhaul, latest effort to shrink state
Argentina’s government on Wednesday said it sent Congress an electoral reform bill it said would cut costs, boost
April 23, 2026
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US intercepts three Iranian oil tankers in Asian waters, sources say
The U.S. military has intercepted at least three Iranian-flagged tankers in Asian waters and is redirecting them away from their positions near India, Malaysia
April 23, 2026
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USDA to announce next phase of agency reorganization this week, agriculture secretary says
U.S.
April 23, 2026
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Iran seizes ships in Strait of Hormuz after US calls off renewed attacks
Iran seized two ships in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, tightening its grip on the strategic
April 22, 2026
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Trading Day: Nasdaq hits new high
U.S. stocks surged on Wednesday, with the Nasdaq setting a new high and the S&P 500 a new closing high, as tech and earnings optimism
April 23, 2026
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Southwest forecasts second-quarter profit below estimates as higher fuel costs bite
Southwest Airlines on Wednesday forecast second-quarter earnings below Wall Street expectations and declined to update its full-year outlook, as surging fuel costs and economic
April 23, 2026
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Lululemon says it picks former Nike executive as next CEO
Lululemon Athletica picked a former top Nike executive as its next chief executive as the athletic apparel retailer known for its stretchy yoga
April 23, 2026
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IBM's slower revenue growth fans AI worries, shares fall
IBM's revenue growth slowed in the first quarter on sluggishness in its software business, fanning fears of disruption from artificial intelligence tools and
April 23, 2026
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Kinder Morgan tops quarterly profit estimates amid rising natural gas demand
Kinder Morgan exceeded Wall Street expectations for first-quarter profit on Wednesday, as the pipeline operator benefited from increased U.S. natural gas demand
April 23, 2026
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Senators raise concerns about US bailout of Spirit Airlines
A number of U.S. lawmakers expressed concerns about a potential federal government rescue of bankrupt Spirit Airlines, with the Republican chair of
April 23, 2026
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Tesla lifts 2026 spending plans by a quarter as Musk funds AI and robotic dreams
Tesla sharply raised its spending plan to more than $25 billion for the year as CEO Elon Musk pours money into artificial intelligence, robotics
April 23, 2026
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Casino operator Las Vegas Sands quarterly profit rises on Macau, Singapore demand
Las Vegas Sands reported a higher first-quarter profit on Wednesday, driven by strong demand from both its Macau and Singapore businesses, sending the casino operator's shares up
April 23, 2026
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CSX quarterly earnings climb as intermodal volumes strengthen
U.S. railroad operator CSX on Wednesday reported higher first-quarter profit and revenue, helped by strong intermodal volumes and firm pricing, sending its
April 23, 2026
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Trump Media has pivoted to crypto, financial services and nuclear fusion. Its stock keeps falling.
The Trump family's alternative to Facebook and Twitter is shaking up its leadership in hopes of reviving the struggling business
April 23, 2026
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Two year closure was his idea, says Trump’s new Kennedy Center leader, defending dramatic move
Two year closure was his idea, says Trump’s new Kennedy Center leader, defending dramatic move
April 23, 2026
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More kids than ever are attending state-funded preschool, with California's surge leading the way
More kids than ever are attending state-funded preschool in the U.S., 1.8 million of them the last school year
April 22, 2026
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Tesla profits rose in the first quarter as Musk teases debut of new Roadster
Tesla's profit rose in the first quarter as its car sales rebounded from a sharp slump in 2025
April 23, 2026
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Spirit Airlines close to a $500 million bailout from Trump administration
Spirit Airlines close to a $500 million bailout from Trump administration
April 23, 2026
Economy|Political|World
Gov. Tim Walz to release 'Good Neighbors,' inspired by ICE surge in Minnesota and the pushback
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is working on a book inspired in part by a massive immigration enforcement surge in Minneapolis-St. Paul earlier this year and the local pushback
April 23, 2026
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Board game maker files claim as tariff refunds open nationwide
Board game maker files claim as tariff refunds open nationwide
April 23, 2026
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S&P, Nasdaq close at records on Iran ceasefire extension, earnings
U.S. stocks climbed on Wednesday to send the S&P 500 and Nasdaq to closing records, after U.S.
April 23, 2026
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US farm secretary says USDA is speaking with White House daily on high fertilizer prices
U.S.
April 23, 2026
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Kalshi suspends three US congressional candidates for 'political insider trading'
Prediction markets platform Kalshi said on Wednesday it has suspended three U.S. congressional candidates for "political insider trading," building on
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy
CSX delivers 25% jump in profit as it hauls more goods and cuts expenses
CSX railroad’s profit jumped 25% in the first quarter as the railroad hauled 3% more shipments and cut its expenses
April 23, 2026
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Athleisure company Lululemon appoints Heidi O'Neill as new top boss, WSJ says
Athletic apparel maker Lululemon picked Heidi O'Neill as CEO, the Wall Street
April 23, 2026
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Airline company Lufthansa cuts 20,000 flights as war squeezes fuel prices and supplies
The German company that owns Lufthansa Airlines and other European carriers says it plans to cut 20,000 short-haul flights through October as the Iran war drives up oil prices and deepens worries that some countries may run low on jet fuel
April 23, 2026
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How Wall Street is setting records even with the Iran war still going on
It seems so illogical
April 23, 2026
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US stocks rally to records, but Brent oil also tops $100 on worries about the Iran war
The U.S. stock market set more records after GE Vernova and other big companies joined the parade reporting fatter profits for the start of the year than analysts expected
April 22, 2026
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Mandelson scandal shatters UK PM Starmer's promise of stable government
Prime Minister Keir Starmer came to power on a promise to govern Britain efficiently after years of political
April 22, 2026
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UN leadership candidates vow to pursue reform and core principles
Candidates to become the next head of the United Nations vowed on Wednesday to revitalize the troubled organization by pursuing reforms,
April 22, 2026
Economy|Environment|Science|Technology
New tool helps visualize water use — and what’s not reaching the Great Salt Lake
New tool helps visualize water use — and what’s not reaching the Great Salt Lake
April 23, 2026
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US criticizes China's pressure on African countries to block Taiwan president's trip
The United States is concerned that several African countries revoked overflight clearances for Taiwan's president at China's behest, the State
April 22, 2026
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Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders are about to vote on the Paramount mega-deal
Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders are about to vote on the Paramount mega-deal
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Food
Kansas City food truck owners say new rules could put them out of business
Kansas City food truck owners say new rules could put them out of business
April 23, 2026
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TSMC shows smaller, faster chips without a pricey new tool from ASML
By Stephen Nellis and Max A.
April 23, 2026
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TSMC plans to open chip packaging plant in Arizona by 2029, executive says
By Stephen Nellis and Max A.
April 23, 2026
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Stocks end higher on ceasefire relief, oil gains as truce is tested
Wall Street stocks gained ground on Wednesday following U.S.
April 22, 2026
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Goldman Sachs settles shareholder lawsuit over 1MDB scandal
Goldman Sachs has agreed to settle a class-action lawsuit accusing the Wall Street bank of defrauding shareholders about its work for 1MDB, a
April 23, 2026
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Trump administration nears $500 million Spirit rescue as Iran fuel shock hits airlines
The Trump administration is nearing a deal to rescue low-cost carrier Spirit Airlines that could include up
April 22, 2026
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JPMorgan hires two top technology bankers from Bank of America, memo says
JPMorgan has hired two veteran technology bankers from Bank of America as it continues to expand its tech investment banking group, according to an
April 23, 2026
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Royals will build a $1.9B downtown KC ballpark as part of a $3B project with Hallmark Cards
The Kansas City Royals are moving from Kauffman Stadium to downtown Crown Center
April 22, 2026
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'It was all a miracle’ Man rescued after days lost in wilderness
'It was all a miracle’ Man rescued after days lost in wilderness
April 23, 2026
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988 hotline's launch is linked to thousands of fewer suicide deaths among teens and young adults
Nearly 4,400 fewer U.S. teens and young adults died by suicide than projected in the first two-and-a-half years of the 988 mental health crisis hotline
April 23, 2026
Arts|Economy|Education|Environment
Brighton City Council votes to demolish century-old historic landmark despite community pushback
Brighton City Council votes to demolish century-old historic landmark despite community pushback
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World
More confusion looms over Strait of Hormuz after Iran attacks three ships near waterway
Confusion is deepening in the Strait of Hormuz after Iran attacked three ships near the crucial waterway that has plunged the world into an energy crisis
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US
Nvidia-backed VAST Data valued at $30 billion in latest funding round
VAST Data said on Wednesday it was valued at $30 billion in its latest funding round, growing more than threefold since 2023, helped by strong interest in companies that build the
April 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US
Convenience store chain Yesway climbs in Nasdaq debut as IPO market recovers
Convenience store operator Yesway's shares jumped 10% in their Nasdaq debut on Wednesday, signaling a revival in investor appetite for new listings as equity
April 22, 2026
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National Healthcare Properties shares fall in Nasdaq debut after REIT's $462-million IPO
Real estate investment trust National Healthcare Properties' shares fell 3.7% in its Nasdaq debut on Wednesday, as investor appetite for new listings remains uneven amid
April 22, 2026
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Oil up $3 on drop in US fuel stocks, reports of gunfire hitting container ships in Hormuz
Oil prices settled up by more than $3 on Wednesday after a surprise gasoline and distillate stock draw in the U.S., and on reports of gunfire
April 22, 2026
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Goldman Sachs' Akila Raman to lead alternatives capital markets business, memo shows
Goldman Sachs has appointed insider Akila Raman as the global head of its private and alternatives capital markets business, according to a memo seen by Reuters on Wednesday.
April 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology
LinkedIn names insider Daniel Shapero as new CEO
Microsoft's LinkedIn named Chief Operating Officer Daniel Shapero as its new CEO, tapping a veteran of the professional networking site to lead it through an era of AI-driven
April 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets
Proxy advisor ISS urges ConocoPhillips shareholders to vote for independent board chair
Proxy advisor ISS on Wednesday recommended that ConocoPhillips shareholders vote in favor of a proposal calling for an independent board chair, citing the need for stronger
April 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World
How Deutsche Telecom and T-Mobile US could pull off the world's biggest M&A deal
Deutsche Telekom is exploring a possible tie-up with T-Mobile US to create a $300 billion telecoms giant, sources said, in what would overtake Vodafone-Mannesmann's
April 22, 2026
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'Lipstick effect' boosts L'Oreal sales as crisis-weary consumers turn to beauty
L'Oreal posted its fastest quarterly sales growth in two years on Wednesday and said it was optimistic about growth, despite growing concerns about a
April 22, 2026
Economy|Political|World
US breach of commitments, blockade of ports main obstacles to 'genuine negotiation', Iranian president says
The U.S. breach of commitments and its blockade of Iranian ports and threats are the main obstacles to "genuine negotiations", Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said on
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World
US-based Virtus and Indian partner to restart Congo copper miner Chemaf in 2027, union executive says
U.S.-based Virtus Minerals and Indian partner Lloyds Metals & Energy plan to restart full production at Congolese copper and cobalt miner
April 22, 2026
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Fannie, Freddie to accept 'predictive' credit scores, US officials say
Housing finance giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are now accepting additional credit scores that take into account rent and
April 23, 2026
Economy|Political|Technology
Minnesota counties push Legislature to shore up support for software upgrades decades overdue
Minnesota counties push Legislature to shore up support for software upgrades decades overdue
April 23, 2026
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World
Peru's Balcazar says payment for F-16 purchase postponed until next government takes power
Peruvian interim President Jose Balcazar said on Wednesday that the payment for a purchase of F-16 aircraft has been postponed until the next government takes power in July.
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Health
Condom maker may raise prices because of Iran war
Condom maker may raise prices because of Iran war
April 22, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US
Trump ballroom deal shields donor identities, limits conflict safeguards, contract shows
Newly released documents show the Trump administration set up a legal framework allowing hundreds of millions of dollars in anonymous private donations to fund
April 22, 2026
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$28 billion and counting: Europe tallies the cost of another energy crisis
$28 billion and counting: Europe tallies the cost of another energy crisis
April 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US
DHS warns it will run out of money to pay airport security workers in coming weeks
DHS warns it will run out of money to pay airport security workers in coming weeks
April 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|US
Devin Nunes steps down as head of Trump’s struggling media company
Devin Nunes steps down as head of Trump’s struggling media company
April 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|US|World
Trump advisers privately strategize around a new midterm push: Democrats would be worse
Trump advisers privately strategize around a new midterm push: Democrats would be worse
April 22, 2026
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Russia to stop Kazakh oil flows to German PCK refinery via Druzhba
Russia will stop the supply of Kazakh crude oil via the Druzhba pipeline to Germany from May 1, Deputy Prime Minister
April 22, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|World
Brazil's BRB shareholders approve $1.8 billion capital increase
Shareholders of Brazilian state-run lender Banco de Brasilia (BRB) on Wednesday approved a capital increase of up to 8.8 billion reais ($1.77
April 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World
EU may let startups claim innovation benefits in M&A if Big Tech not involved
Startups claiming innovation benefits for their deals will likely secure speedy EU antitrust approval, but not if Big Tech is involved, a draft revamp of
April 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Travel|World
United Airlines says fares may need to rise up to 20% to offset fuel surge
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby said on Wednesday ticket prices may need to rise by as much as 15% to 20% to offset a surge in jet fuel costs,
April 22, 2026
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Boeing CEO: Trump is key to closing major plane order from Chinese airlines
Boeing is counting on the Trump
April 22, 2026
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From paint to flights, Iran war lifts costs, darkens outlooks
Companies from consumer goods to travel and mining warned on Wednesday that the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran is
April 22, 2026
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Wall Street rises on Iran ceasefire extension and solid earnings
U.S. stocks climbed on Wednesday after U.S.
April 22, 2026