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Today: April 26, 2026
Today: April 26, 2026

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No US-Iran peace talks in sight, but Islamabad maintains security lockdown

For nearly a week, Pakistan's capital has been waiting for peace talks between the U.S. and Iran to take place there, and although there is no sign the

No US-Iran peace talks in sight, but Islamabad maintains security lockdown
Economy|Environment|Health|World

War, drought, aid shortfall to fuel hunger in 2026, global report says

Conflict, drought and shrinking aid will keep global hunger at critical levels in 2026, with food insecurity expected to worsen in some of the world's

War, drought, aid shortfall to fuel hunger in 2026, global report says
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Hyundai Motor to launch 20 models in five years in new China campaign

Hyundai Motor will roll out 20 new models in China over the next five years as it seeks to revive its fortunes in the world's largest auto market, the

Hyundai Motor to launch 20 models in five years in new China campaign
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Nomura posts record annual profit, sees no prolonged impact from Iran war so far

(Corrects the figure for private credit exposure in Nomura's wholesale division to $400 million from $200 million in paragraph 14.)

Nomura posts record annual profit, sees no prolonged impact from Iran war so far
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Conservative super PAC threatens to unseat Republicans over immigration bill

House Republicans are facing a fresh challenge in the 2026 midterms: the Homeland Political Action Committee, a new conservative super PAC targeting Republican

Conservative super PAC threatens to unseat Republicans over immigration bill
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Warsh's quest for better inflation data is a well-worn, difficult pursuit for Fed

Federal Reserve Chair nominee Kevin Warsh has called for a major rethink of how to measure inflation, but he may have less trouble finding new

Warsh's quest for better inflation data is a well-worn, difficult pursuit for Fed
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Brazil shackles public pension funds after Banco Master meltdown

Brazil's biggest bank failure in recent history has led to an aggressive crackdown on public pension funds, which were among its creditors, limiting

Brazil shackles public pension funds after Banco Master meltdown
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Porsche, under pressure to cut costs, divests from sportscar maker Bugatti

Porsche has agreed to sell its stakes in sportscar makers Bugatti and Rimac to a consortium led by a U.S. fund co-

Porsche, under pressure to cut costs, divests from sportscar maker Bugatti
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Trump administration vows crackdown on Chinese companies 'exploiting' AI models made in US

The Trump administration is vowing to crack down on foreign tech companies’ exploitation of U.S. artificial intelligence models, singling out China at a time that country is narrowing the gap with the U.S. in the AI race

Trump administration vows crackdown on Chinese companies 'exploiting' AI models made in US
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Japan launches financial task force amid AI security fears

Japan will set up a task force to address cybersecurity risks in its financial system following concerns about potential vulnerabilities linked to

Japan launches financial task force amid AI security fears
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German business sentiment falls in April to lowest level since 2020

German business morale fell more than expected in April, as the Iran war made companies more pessimistic and threatened the long-awaited recovery of

German business sentiment falls in April to lowest level since 2020
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UK drivers' dash for fuel at start of Iran war boosts retail sales

British motorists worried about fuel price increases rushed to the pumps immediately after the start of the Iran war, pushing up total sales volumes

UK drivers' dash for fuel at start of Iran war boosts retail sales
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Spain's industrial prices rise at fastest pace in a year as energy costs bite

A spike in energy costs caused Spanish industrial prices to rise at their fastest rate in a year in March after falling for four consecutive months, the National Statistics

Spain's industrial prices rise at fastest pace in a year as energy costs bite
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Swiss National Bank chairman says Middle East conflict will hit economy

The Middle East conflict will lead to slower economic growth and higher inflation in Switzerland, but the Swiss National Bank has unrestricted scope to target

Swiss National Bank chairman says Middle East conflict will hit economy
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China rejects Trump accusation that intercepted Iran ship was 'gift from China'

China's foreign ministry on Friday rejected an accusation by U.S.

China rejects Trump accusation that intercepted Iran ship was 'gift from China'
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Minneapolis campaigners press Swiss National Bank to dump Palantir investment

The Swiss National Bank should sell its $1.1 billion stake in Palantir Technologies, campaigners from Minneapolis said at a meeting of the central bank on

Minneapolis campaigners press Swiss National Bank to dump Palantir investment
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Car parts group Forvia's sales dragged by weakness in China

Forvia said on Friday that a sharp sales decline in China caused a 2.2% drop in the French car parts supplier's first-quarter revenue, excluding currency translation effects.

Car parts group Forvia's sales dragged by weakness in China
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Powered land and zombie projects: Real estate in the age of AI

Land left dormant by the decline of the chemical industry in northeastern England has taken

Powered land and zombie projects: Real estate in the age of AI
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China’s AI upstart DeepSeek drops new model. Will it make waves like last year?

China’s AI upstart DeepSeek drops new model. Will it make waves like last year?

China’s AI upstart DeepSeek drops new model. Will it make waves like last year?
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Stellantis to focus funding on core car brands as CEO drives turnaround, sources say

Stellantis will focus the majority of its investment on its core Jeep, Ram, Peugeot and Fiat brands under CEO Antonio

Stellantis to focus funding on core car brands as CEO drives turnaround, sources say
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French consumer confidence falls sharply in April as war takes toll on economy

French consumer confidence fell sharply in April, recording its largest drop since the start of the Ukraine war in 2022, the INSEE official statistics agency said on Friday.

French consumer confidence falls sharply in April as war takes toll on economy
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Iran flaunts its grip, investors cower

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Rae Wee Markets were in a dour mood on Friday, with Iran flaunting its grip over the Strait of Hormuz serving as a stark reminder that the

Iran flaunts its grip, investors cower
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Australian lithium miner PLS says energy security concerns driving demand growth

PLS is seeing deepening and broadening demand for lithium, partly driven by energy security concerns, CEO Dale Henderson said on

Australian lithium miner PLS says energy security concerns driving demand growth
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Up, or down? War scrambles financial markets' signalling efforts

The traditional global asset correlations that collapsed when the war in the Middle East erupted remain broken, leaving investors to piece together

Up, or down? War scrambles financial markets' signalling efforts
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Iran war hits Asia's polyester suppliers to global fast fashion

A surge in fossil fuel prices since the Iran war is squeezing polyester suppliers and garment makers across

Iran war hits Asia's polyester suppliers to global fast fashion
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Reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug might only be the first step for Trump

President Donald Trump’s decision to reclassify state-licensed medical marijuana as a less dangerous drug is a boon for the industry

Reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug might only be the first step for Trump
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SNB's Schlegel says prolonged energy shock could lift inflation, hit growth

Swiss National Bank Chairman Martin Schlegel said the outlook for Switzerland's economy hinges on how long conflict-driven energy price pressures persist, warning that

SNB's Schlegel says prolonged energy shock could lift inflation, hit growth
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A fragile hold: Five questions for the ECB

The European Central Bank meets next Thursday, with an Iran war ceasefire easing the pressure on it for an immediate interest rate

A fragile hold: Five questions for the ECB
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Fitch says no immediate downgrade if Indonesia's deficit tops 3% due to Iran war impact

Indonesia has room to breach its legal fiscal deficit ceiling of 3% of GDP without triggering an immediate ratings downgrade

Fitch says no immediate downgrade if Indonesia's deficit tops 3% due to Iran war impact
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US, EU to sign preliminary partnership deal on critical minerals on Friday

The United States and the European Union will sign a memorandum of understanding on Friday for a partnership on critical minerals, the State

US, EU to sign preliminary partnership deal on critical minerals on Friday
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Mercedes steels itself for 'roller coaster' competition in Chinese market

Mercedes-Benz will use this year's Beijing auto show to pitch how it plans to navigate China's fiercely competitive car market, where Chief Executive Ola Kaellenius says

Mercedes steels itself for 'roller coaster' competition in Chinese market
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Most US companies seen sticking with quarterly reporting

Quarterly earnings reporting may soon become optional for U.S. firms - yet the vast majority of companies are unlikely to take advantage

Most US companies seen sticking with quarterly reporting
Economy|Environment|Science|Travel|World

A tiny Arctic village in Alaska is trying to revive its polar bear tourism industry

A small Indigenous village in Alaska wants to reclaim its status as a top spot for polar bear tourism

A tiny Arctic village in Alaska is trying to revive its polar bear tourism industry
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Japan's core inflation stays below BOJ target, energy risks grow

Japan's core inflation slowed below the central bank's 2% target for a second straight month in March, data showed on Friday, as government fuel subsidies

Japan's core inflation stays below BOJ target, energy risks grow
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Trump orders US military to 'shoot and kill' Iranian small boats choking Strait of Hormuz

U.S. President Donald Trump says he has ordered the U.S. military to “shoot and kill” small Iranian boats that deploy mines to choke traffic through the Strait of Hormuz

Trump orders US military to 'shoot and kill' Iranian small boats choking Strait of Hormuz
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US still delivering weapons to Ukraine, Zelenskyy says, as Prince Harry visits Kyiv

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says U.S. weapon deliveries to Ukraine haven't stopped despite the Iran war

US still delivering weapons to Ukraine, Zelenskyy says, as Prince Harry visits Kyiv
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'Two ways of calculating': Trump defends his mathematically impossible calculations on drug prices

President Donald Trump, known for popularizing the term "fake news," seems to have shifted focus to a healthy dose of fake math in defending impossibly large cuts to prescription drug prices

'Two ways of calculating': Trump defends his mathematically impossible calculations on drug prices
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Singapore emerging as neutral ground as AI firms navigate Sino-US rivalry

Singapore is transforming from East-West gateway to neutral ground for the AI sector, with Chinese startups hoping to operate

Singapore emerging as neutral ground as AI firms navigate Sino-US rivalry
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Amazon-backed X-Energy raises over $1 billion in IPO

Nuclear reactor developer X-Energy, which is backed by Amazon, said on Thursday it had raised $1.02 billion in its initial public offering in the United States.

Amazon-backed X-Energy raises over $1 billion in IPO
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WHO global alliance delivers 100 million childhood vaccine doses since 2023

More than 100 million vaccine doses have been delivered to 18.3 million children worldwide since 2023 under a global drive to reverse pandemic-related declines

WHO global alliance delivers 100 million childhood vaccine doses since 2023
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UK to face 'big tariff' if it doesn't drop tech tax, Trump says

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UK to face 'big tariff' if it doesn't drop tech tax, Trump says
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US Senator Steve Daines to lead visit to China before May summit, SCMP reports

U.S. Republican Senator Steve Daines will lead a five-member bipartisan delegation to China next week, the South China Morning Post reported on Friday, citing sources. U.S.

US Senator Steve Daines to lead visit to China before May summit, SCMP reports
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Key takeaways from a report into the deadly plane crash at LaGuardia Airport

Federal investigators have released a preliminary report on last month's deadly airplane crash at a New York City airport

Key takeaways from a report into the deadly plane crash at LaGuardia Airport
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South Georgia wildfires destroy homes, force evacuations

More than 50 homes and structures were destroyed this week and at least 1,000 others were threatened on Thursday by wildfires in southeast Georgia that sent

South Georgia wildfires destroy homes, force evacuations
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Suncorp buys $1.7 billion reinsurance cover, sees FY26 premium growth of 3%

Australian general insurer Suncorp said on Friday it had purchased a five-year aggregate reinsurance cover that will provide up to A$2.4 billion ($1.71 billion) in total

Suncorp buys $1.7 billion reinsurance cover, sees FY26 premium growth of 3%
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Trump says Navy Secretary Phelan was fired over shipbuilding conflicts

Navy Secretary John Phelan was fired after conflicts with senior Pentagon leadership over shipbuilding, U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday.

Trump says Navy Secretary Phelan was fired over shipbuilding conflicts
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German software maker SAP beats first-quarter profit estimates on cloud demand

Europe's largest software maker SAP on Thursday reported a 17% increase in first-quarter profit, beating estimates, due to strong growth in its cloud business.

German software maker SAP beats first-quarter profit estimates on cloud demand
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Fortescue spends more on green energy, keeps shipment forecast steady

Australian miner Fortescue announced further spending on green energy on Friday, as it seeks to insulate itself from global oil market volatility, while keeping its full-year

Fortescue spends more on green energy, keeps shipment forecast steady
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SpaceX refinanced debt with stopgap $20 billion loan before IPO filing

Elon Musk's SpaceX took out a $20 billion bridge loan last month to refinance much of its existing debt ahead of its blockbuster U.S.

SpaceX refinanced debt with stopgap $20 billion loan before IPO filing
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Japan March core CPI rises 1.8% yr/yr

Japan's core consumer prices rose 1.8% in March from a year earlier, government data showed on Friday.

Japan March core CPI rises 1.8% yr/yr
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Trump says he’s considering buying Spirit Airlines ‘at the right price.’ It might still be a bad deal

Trump says he’s considering buying Spirit Airlines ‘at the right price.’ It might still be a bad deal

Trump says he’s considering buying Spirit Airlines ‘at the right price.’ It might still be a bad deal
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Trump's 'gold card' visa starting at $1 million granted to just 1 person so far, White House says

President Donald Trump's “gold card” visa program, which allows foreigners to live and work in the U.S. for at least $1 million, has approved just one person since December, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick announced this Thursday

Trump's 'gold card' visa starting at $1 million granted to just 1 person so far, White House says
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Meta slashes 8,000 jobs, or 10% of its workforce, as Microsoft offers buyouts

In the latest round of tech industry job cuts, Meta is laying off about 8,000 workers and Microsoft is offering buyouts to a similar number

Meta slashes 8,000 jobs, or 10% of its workforce, as Microsoft offers buyouts
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Trump considers a taxpayer takeover of Spirit Airlines and would aim to resell carrier

President Donald Trump says he is weighing a taxpayer takeover of Spirit Airlines and would aim to resell the troubled carrier after oil prices drop

Trump considers a taxpayer takeover of Spirit Airlines and would aim to resell carrier
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Elon Musk lays out Terafab AI chip project plan

Tesla chief Elon Musk said on Wednesday the electric vehicle maker plans to use Intel's next-generation 14A manufacturing process to make chips at its Terafab project, an advanced

Elon Musk lays out Terafab AI chip project plan
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Trading Day: Geopolitical reality check

Oil prices jumped and Wall Street fell on Thursday, with the Nasdaq having its worst day in a month, as fading hopes of a U.S.-Iran peace deal

Trading Day: Geopolitical reality check
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Trump on gas prices: Americans should expect to pay more 'for a little while'

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Trump on gas prices: Americans should expect to pay more 'for a little while'
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Newmont beats Q1 profit estimates as record gold prices offset output drop

Newmont beat Wall Street estimates for first-quarter profit on Thursday as record gold prices helped offset lower production, though the world's largest gold miner

Newmont beats Q1 profit estimates as record gold prices offset output drop
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U.S. concerned about Chinese infrastructure in Argentina, U.S. security official says

The United States is concerned about some Chinese infrastructure in Argentina, U.S.

U.S. concerned about Chinese infrastructure in Argentina, U.S. security official says
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One person approved for $1 million US Gold Card visa program so far, commerce secretary says

The Trump administration has approved only one Gold Card visa under a program granting U.S. residency to non-citizens for a $1 million fee, Commerce Secretary Howard

One person approved for $1 million US Gold Card visa program so far, commerce secretary says
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Democratic lawmakers urge retail, shipper CEOs to pass Trump tariff refunds to consumers

A group of 15 Democrats in the U.S.

Democratic lawmakers urge retail, shipper CEOs to pass Trump tariff refunds to consumers
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Iran seizes vessel in Strait of Hormuz, defying US naval superiority

Iran flaunted its tightened grip over the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday with a video of commandos in a

Iran seizes vessel in Strait of Hormuz, defying US naval superiority
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Mexico opens probe into economy minister over son's stay in diplomatic residence

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Thursday the government has opened an investigation into Economy Minister Marcelo

Mexico opens probe into economy minister over son's stay in diplomatic residence
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Struggling Nike will cut around 1,400 jobs in efficiency push

By Nicholas P.

Struggling Nike will cut around 1,400 jobs in efficiency push
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Baker Hughes tops estimates, says oilfield activity hit by Middle East disruptions

Oilfield services provider Baker Hughes beat Wall Street estimates for first-quarter profit, as strong demand in its industrial and energy technology unit offset drilling weakness

Baker Hughes tops estimates, says oilfield activity hit by Middle East disruptions
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Michigan is off the hook in lawsuit over 2020 dam collapse that flooded communities

Michigan regulators have been cleared of liability in a 2020 dam failure that flooded communities, destroyed more than 100 homes and drained a popular summer lake

Michigan is off the hook in lawsuit over 2020 dam collapse that flooded communities
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Debris from Hurricane Helene is helping fuel Georgia's wildfires

Fallen trees and limbs scattered across Georgia by Hurricane Helene more than a year ago are now helping fuel destructive wildfires in the state

Debris from Hurricane Helene is helping fuel Georgia's wildfires
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PGA Tour loss dries up more funding for Hawaii charities

PGA Tour loss dries up more funding for Hawaii charities

PGA Tour loss dries up more funding for Hawaii charities
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US military developing plans to target Iran’s Strait of Hormuz defenses if ceasefire fails

US military developing plans to target Iran’s Strait of Hormuz defenses if ceasefire fails

US military developing plans to target Iran’s Strait of Hormuz defenses if ceasefire fails
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Firefighter heard ‘stop stop stop’ before deadly LaGuardia collision – but didn’t know who the warning was for, NTSB finds

Firefighter heard ‘stop stop stop’ before deadly LaGuardia collision – but didn’t know who the warning was for, NTSB finds

Firefighter heard ‘stop stop stop’ before deadly LaGuardia collision – but didn’t know who the warning was for, NTSB finds
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Venezuela was promised an economic revival. But three months of minimum wage doesn’t add up to a single US dollar

Venezuela was promised an economic revival. But three months of minimum wage doesn’t add up to a single US dollar

Venezuela was promised an economic revival. But three months of minimum wage doesn’t add up to a single US dollar
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Brazil regulator approves deeper probe into Google's news content use

Brazil's antitrust watchdog CADE approved on Thursday a recommendation to deepen investigations into the use of journalistic content by Alphabet's Google, which would

Brazil regulator approves deeper probe into Google's news content use
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US to loosen marijuana rules in major shift for $47 billion industry

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US to loosen marijuana rules in major shift for $47 billion industry
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Trump has not mentioned Canada paying an 'entry fee' ahead of USMCA talks, says Carney

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Trump has not mentioned Canada paying an 'entry fee' ahead of USMCA talks, says Carney
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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

Citadel hits back after Mamdani features Griffin's penthouse in video
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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

Colombia's Ecopetrol to buy 26% stake in Brazil's Brava, seeks majority control
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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.

Golf-PGA Tour cuts 4% of workforce as part of organisational restructuring
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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

Citi creates Financial and Strategic Investors group in investment banking, hires Lazard executive
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US ambassador to Mexico floats action on bribery, corruption

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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

Musk sounds cautious tone on robotaxis amid slower-than-expected rollout
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US EEOC Chair violated ethics rules halting LGBTQ cases, complaint alleges

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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

Trump to tap government contracting expert to head TSA, sources say
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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

Trump announces drug pricing deal with Regeneron
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Intel forecasts second-quarter revenue above estimates, shares jump 15%

By Zaheer Kachwala, Max A.

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,

White House expected to extend Jones Act waiver up to 90 days, sources say
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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

Cuban diplomat denies that releasing political prisoners is part of US negotiations
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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

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

Albertsons reaches $774M settlement to close all opioid-related legal claims
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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

Trump unveils deal with Regeneron to lower drug prices as part of most-favored-nation initiative
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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

US stocks fall on a shaky Wall Street as Brent oil briefly barrels above $107
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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

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

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

Warner Bros shareholders approve Paramount's $81 billion takeover of the Hollywood giant
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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

FACT FOCUS: RFK Jr. misleads on Medicaid cuts
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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

US charges 2 Chinese nationals with managing cyberscam compound in Myanmar
Economy|Europe|World

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

Italy set to become euro zone's most indebted country, replacing Greece
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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

Electrolux plans about $1 billion share issue, tie-up with Midea in North America to shake up ops
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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

Cuba sees short-term relief as Russian oil begins to flow
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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

Crude oil futures jump on reports of air attacks, Iran power struggle
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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

Stocks close lower on fading hopes for quick Iran deal, mixed quarterly earnings
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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

From beauty to transportation, a lack of water and power forces Cubans to change their routines
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US FTC settles case against anesthesia company

The U.S.

US FTC settles case against anesthesia company
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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

NextEra expects agreements on Japan-backed gas-fired data center projects within three months
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Iran fast-boat swarms add to Hormuz threats for shipping

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Iran fast-boat swarms add to Hormuz threats for shipping
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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

Nasdaq to launch new products ahead of extended trading hours plan
Economy|World

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

EU formally approves Ukraine loan and 20th sanctions package against Russia
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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

Bottler Arca's stock jumps as volumes hold steady despite Mexican health tax
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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

Spirit Airlines in advanced talks for federal financing, lawyer says
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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

Pope Leo decries migrants being treated 'worse than house pets'
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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

Millions of Americans may now also be considered Canadian under a new law
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France investigates suspected tampering with weather sensors after Polymarket bets

France investigates suspected tampering with weather sensors after Polymarket bets

France investigates suspected tampering with weather sensors after Polymarket bets
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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

EU approves a $106 billion loan package to help Ukraine after Hungary lifts its veto
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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

IMF eyes June visit to Mozambique amid new programme talks 
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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

Higher fuel costs due to Iran war mean fewer people will receive aid globally, NRC says
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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

US stocks end lower, oil climbs as cracks appear in fragile US-Iran truce 
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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

Lululemon CEO hire from Nike fails to impress investors, shares sink
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US farm agency to move research and food safety staff from Washington

The U.S.

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

Russia's economic contraction may spur key rate cuts, analysts say
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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

Assassin's Creed maker Ubisoft bets on 'Black Flag' remake to turn its ship around
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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

US fixed 30-year mortgage rate drops to 6.23%
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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

American Airlines rejects United merger, explores deeper Alaska ties
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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.

In two Amazon units, 'builder' replaces traditional job titles
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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.

Microsoft plans first voluntary employee buyout, CNBC reports
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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

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,

US oil executives expect crude output to rise as Iran war continues, survey shows
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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

Sheinbaum taps economist Lazzeri for Mexico's ambassador to the US
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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

Freeport delays recovery of flagship Indonesian mine; shares down more than 8%
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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

Argentina blocks journalists from government house citing espionage with smart glasses
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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

EU pulls $2.3 million from Venice Biennale over Russia's return
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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

Average US long-term mortgage rate slips to 6.23%, its third weekly drop
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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

What Hispanic adults, men and young Americans think of Trump, according to an AP-NORC poll
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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

Mexico's inflation eases less than expected in early April
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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

India says trade talks with U.S. remain constructive after Washington visit
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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

Cannabis shares retreat after initial rally on narrow scope of US rescheduling
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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

US labor market stable despite war, but inflation pressures building up
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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

US senators seek probe into FAA administrator stock sale
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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

Dollar heads for weekly gain as Iran-US tensions undermine ceasefire hopes
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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

UK consumers, worried about Iran war, turn most downbeat since 2023
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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

Union Pacific warns higher fuel prices to pressure margins
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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

US health regulators to speed up Medicare device coverage
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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

Warner Bros shareholders back $110 billion merger with Paramount Skydance
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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 $

Milan tech firm Bending Spoons picks banks for $20 billion US listing, sources say
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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

Iran war impact seeps ever deeper into global economy
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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

‘They are going to be rejected again’: NASA chief faces grilling on Trump’s budget proposal
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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

India's inflation risks rise on supply-side disruptions, central bank says
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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

Druzhba oil flows to Slovakia and Hungary after Ukraine war standoff
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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

ECB to raise rates in June on war-driven inflation but path beyond unclear
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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

London's FTSE 100 closes lower as investors monitor Iran conflict, earnings
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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

Canada March factory sales most likely up 3.5% - Statscan flash estimate
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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

Hasbro sees strong quarterly sales, delays results after cyber incident
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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,

Romania's ruling coalition loses majority after its biggest party walks out
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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

Thermo Fisher says US academic demand to stay weak, flags inflation risks from Iran war
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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

Nasdaq beats Wall Street profit estimates as market swings fuel trading surge
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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

Blackstone defends private credit as assets swell past $1.3 trillion
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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

Wall St opens lower on Middle East impasse, mixed earnings
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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

Lawsuit accuses JetBlue of using customers' personal data to raise air fares
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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

Germany recession risk jumps as Iran war lifts energy prices, IMK says
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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

EU loan throws Ukraine a lifeline but more help needed for war
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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.

Leidos gets $617 million U.S. Army contract as Pentagon steps up replenishment
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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,

AI deepens US tech divide as IBM, ServiceNow spark software selloff, TI lifts chipmakers
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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

Blackstone designed funds with credit cycles in mind, CEO says
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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

Applied Digital signs $7.5 billion AI data center lease with US hyperscaler
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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

Tesla's $25 billion spending plan tests investor faith in unproven AI bets
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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

Mobileye lifts annual revenue forecast as auto industry demand recovers
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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

US business activity recovers in April, war with Iran is boosting prices, S&P Global survey shows
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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

Panama Canal says $1 million-plus auction slots reflect temporary surge in demand
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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

AmEx beats profit estimates as spending growth hits three-year high
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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

Trump likes a naval blockade. But Iran presents big differences from Venezuela and Cuba
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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

More countries are turning to nuclear power 40 years after the Chernobyl disaster
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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

Union Pacific profit climbed 5% as it builds the case for its acquisition of rival Norfolk Southern
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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

US jobless claim filings rise modestly to 214,000 last week, remain at historically healthy levels
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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.

What we lose when artificial intelligence does our shopping
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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

Trump threats against Iran are a boon for prediction markets, including some backed by his son
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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

Iran war pushing more than 30 million back into poverty, UN development chief says
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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

Italy says energy crisis puts its plans for defence spending in doubt
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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

Record demand can't save US airlines from Iran war fuel shock
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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.

Hasbro delays quarterly results after cybersecurity incident
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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

Teck quarterly profit beats estimates on record copper sales, higher prices
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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

Comcast beats estimates on sports boost, easing broadband customer losses
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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

Warning of higher condom prices goes viral in China, stokes stockpiling talk
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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

P&G's under-pressure gross margin in focus as Iran war lifts costs
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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

Tech checked as oil boils
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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

China's global EV push reflects its ambition - and harsh economics at home
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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

Honeywell forecasts second-quarter revenue below estimates over Middle East conflict
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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

EU touts temporary energy subsidies, but costs risk ballooning
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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.

Pultegroup's quarterly profit, revenue fall amid sluggish demand for homes
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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

Dow flags higher costs, capacity risks from prolonged Middle East disruptions
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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

UK to pay France up to $892 million in deal to reduce migrant crossings
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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

Dutch are facing biggest security threat in decades, intelligence agency says
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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

Biggest IPO wave in history promises $3 trillion in value – with no profits
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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

American Airlines dims 2026 forecast as high fuel costs hurt margins
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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"

Europe risks falling further behind in medicine race, warns Roche CEO
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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

Iran takes seized ships to port, countries check on seafarers' safety
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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

Lockheed Martin quarterly profit falls as production delays weigh
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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

Netflix boosts share buyback plan by $25 billion after failed Warner Bros bid
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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

US military says it seizes another oil tanker associated with Iran
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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

Brazil's VP Alckmin, a negotiator of the Mercosur-EU deal, sees it as relief in a turbulent world
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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

SNAP benefits don't pay for rotisserie chicken. A bipartisan bill might change that
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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

UK companies see cost pressures spreading at record pace