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Ireland to offer new personal savings account from 2027, finance minister says

Ireland plans to offer a new personal savings and investment scheme from next year to encourage people to invest some of the 170 billion euros ($196 billion) earning

Ireland to offer new personal savings account from 2027, finance minister says
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A Venezuelan doctor in ICE custody misses husband's asylum interview after being detained at airport

A Venezuelan attends an asylum interview in Southern California while his wife, a doctor, is detained in Texas

A Venezuelan doctor in ICE custody misses husband's asylum interview after being detained at airport
Business|Entertainment|Technology|World

Meta to limit PG-13 rating use for teen accounts in Motion Picture Association deal

Meta has agreed to scale back references to the PG-13 film rating when describing its teen accounts, resolving a dispute with the Motion Picture

Meta to limit PG-13 rating use for teen accounts in Motion Picture Association deal
Economy|Europe|Political|World

German chancellor clarifies Syrian refugee comments after backlash

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz clarified on Tuesday comments he made about the return of Syrian refugees to their homeland after economists and politicians warned that a

German chancellor clarifies Syrian refugee comments after backlash
World

Supreme leader Khamenei in Iran but avoiding public appearances, Russian envoy says

Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is in the country but is refraining from making public appearances "for understandable reasons",

Supreme leader Khamenei in Iran but avoiding public appearances, Russian envoy says
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US job openings fall in February; hiring lowest since pandemic

U.S. job openings fell more than expected in February and hiring dropped to the lowest level in nearly six years, government data showed on Tuesday.

US job openings fall in February; hiring lowest since pandemic
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Millions of bad loans hobble Greece's economic recovery, IMF official says

Millions of unprocessed bad loans from last decade's debt crisis are slowing Greece's economic growth and stymying the rebound

Millions of bad loans hobble Greece's economic recovery, IMF official says
Business|Crime|Economy|World

US appeals court upholds decision to dismiss Boeing criminal case

A U.S. appeals court on Tuesday upheld a ruling by a lower court to approve the Justice Department decision to dismiss a criminal case against

US appeals court upholds decision to dismiss Boeing criminal case
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

When do attacks on civilian installations amount to war crimes?

The widening Iran conflict has led to airstrikes on infrastructure across the Middle East and threats to target oil facilities, electricity

When do attacks on civilian installations amount to war crimes?
Americas|Europe|Political|Travel|World

King Charles to pay state visit to US as UK seeks to mollify Trump

King Charles will make a state visit to the United States in late April, Buckingham Palace said on Tuesday, a high-profile trip that the British

King Charles to pay state visit to US as UK seeks to mollify Trump
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Hungary foreign minister discussed EU sanctions with Russia in leaked audio

Hungary's foreign minister and his Russian counterpart discussed EU sanctions in an audio clip released by an investigative news outlet on Tuesday, days

Hungary foreign minister discussed EU sanctions with Russia in leaked audio
Asia|Economy|Environment|World

Indonesian forest loss surges by 66% in 2025, driven by Prabowo's self-sufficiency drive, report shows

Forest loss in Indonesia surged by 66% in 2025, hitting its highest rate in eight years as a result of weak environmental

Indonesian forest loss surges by 66% in 2025, driven by Prabowo's self-sufficiency drive, report shows
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Spain's PM labels Israel's death penalty law 'step towards apartheid'

Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez condemned as a "step towards apartheid" Monday's approval by the Israeli parliament of a

Spain's PM labels Israel's death penalty law 'step towards apartheid'
Business|Economy|World

Analysts cut Russia's economic growth forecast for 2026: Reuters poll

The Russian economy will grow by 0.8% this year, down from a forecast of 1% a month ago, according to a Reuters poll of 16 analysts on Tuesday, echoing an earlier

Analysts cut Russia's economic growth forecast for 2026: Reuters poll
Business|US|World

Trump administration pauses plans to buy warehouses for immigrant detention, sources say

The U.S.

Trump administration pauses plans to buy warehouses for immigrant detention, sources say
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US strips citizenship from couple in trade theft case, part of Trump immigration push

President Donald Trump's administration is revoking the U.S. citizenship of a California couple who emigrated from China and pleaded guilty to

US strips citizenship from couple in trade theft case, part of Trump immigration push
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Colombia central bank raises rates to 11.25%, government withdraws from board

Colombia's central bank raised the benchmark interest rate on Tuesday for a second consecutive policy meeting, to 11.25%, while the

Colombia central bank raises rates to 11.25%, government withdraws from board
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AT&T signs deal worth $2 billion to upgrade emergency cellular network

AT&T has reached a deal to invest about $1 billion to improve the Commerce Department's FirstNet and deliver $1 billion in cost savings for the program via reduced rates, a U.S

AT&T signs deal worth $2 billion to upgrade emergency cellular network
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Global equities rebound on de-escalation hopes, ending a weak month

Global equity and bond markets jumped on Tuesday on speculation of a potential de-escalation in the Middle East conflict

Global equities rebound on de-escalation hopes, ending a weak month
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Marco Rubio urges US diplomats to use X to fight 'anti-American propaganda'

U.S. diplomats should use social media platform X and partner with military psychological operations units in an effort to "counter foreign anti-

Marco Rubio urges US diplomats to use X to fight 'anti-American propaganda'
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Q1 ends with a BANG!

Wall Street closed a tumultuous first quarter with a bang on Tuesday as hopes of de-escalation in the Middle East powered stocks to their best

Q1 ends with a BANG!
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

NY Fed appoints Citi CEO Jane Fraser to Federal Advisory Council

The Federal Reserve Bank of New York said on Tuesday it has appointed Jane Fraser, chief executive of Citigroup, to the Federal Reserve Board of Governors' Advisory Council.

NY Fed appoints Citi CEO Jane Fraser to Federal Advisory Council
Arts|Business|Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|World

Ruling in Prince Harry case against Daily Mail will take some time, UK judge says

The judge overseeing the lawsuit brought by Prince Harry, singer Elton John and other high-profile figures against the publisher of the Daily Mail at London's High Court

Ruling in Prince Harry case against Daily Mail will take some time, UK judge says
Business|Economy|Europe|World

World Bank approves $2 billion loan for Turkey's new railway project

The World Bank on Tuesday approved a loan of $2 billion to Turkey for a new railway line across the Bosphorus in what would be the nation's largest foreign-financed railway

World Bank approves $2 billion loan for Turkey's new railway project
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US says Iran war at decisive moment, Tehran threatens US businesses in region

U.S.

US says Iran war at decisive moment, Tehran threatens US businesses in region
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Pope Leo urges Trump to find 'off-ramp' to end Iran war

Pope Leo urged U.S.

Pope Leo urges Trump to find 'off-ramp' to end Iran war
Asia|Crime|Political|World

UN says initial findings show roadside blast killed Lebanon peacekeepers

A roadside explosion appears to have struck the convoy of two Indonesian peacekeepers killed in southern Lebanon, the U.N. peacekeeping chief said on Tuesday, citing initial

UN says initial findings show roadside blast killed Lebanon peacekeepers
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Syria will stay out of Iran conflict unless it faces aggression, president says

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa said on Tuesday that his country will stay out of the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran unless Syria is subject to aggression and has no diplomatic

Syria will stay out of Iran conflict unless it faces aggression, president says
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US customs agency says tariff refund system progressing, but payments may take up to 45 days

The U.S. customs agency said on Tuesday it was making progress in setting up a streamlined process for refunding some $166 billion in tariff

US customs agency says tariff refund system progressing, but payments may take up to 45 days
Arts|Economy|Food|Political|Sports|World

Maradona's former home is transformed into a soup kitchen in Argentina

Every week, hundreds of people line up to fill a plastic container with food in an unlikely place: the humble home where

Maradona's former home is transformed into a soup kitchen in Argentina
Crime|Europe|Political|World

London mayor asks diplomats to push back against Trump's 'lies' about UK capital

London Mayor Sadiq Khan called on British diplomats stationed around the world on Tuesday to help counter what he described as "

London mayor asks diplomats to push back against Trump's 'lies' about UK capital
Business|Economy|Environment|World

US exempts Gulf of Mexico drillers from endangered species rules

A committee of senior officials in President Donald Trump's administration voted on Tuesday to exempt the Gulf of Mexico oil and gas industry from a federal law

US exempts Gulf of Mexico drillers from endangered species rules
Europe|Political|World

UNRWA head seeks investigation into killing of staff in Gaza war

Discussions are under way for a U.N. investigation into the killing of more than 390 employees in the two-year Gaza war, the head of the U.N.

UNRWA head seeks investigation into killing of staff in Gaza war
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Pentagon declines to reaffirm NATO's collective defense, says up to Trump

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth declined on Tuesday to reaffirm the U.S. commitment to NATO's collective defense, saying that would be up to President

Pentagon declines to reaffirm NATO's collective defense, says up to Trump
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

US counterterror officials plan antifa summit, sources say

The Trump administration is organizing an international summit focused on countering the left-wing movement antifa

US counterterror officials plan antifa summit, sources say
Business|Economy|Health|Political|Science|World

Drugmakers delay some European launches with a wary eye on Trump's pricing policies

Drugmakers are delaying launches of some new medicines in Europe as the industry grapples with U.S. pressure and

Drugmakers delay some European launches with a wary eye on Trump's pricing policies
Business|Political|World

US ready to thwart Iran attacks after IRGC threats to American firms

The White House said on Tuesday that the U.S. military was prepared to thwart any attacks by Iran, responding to threats by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps

US ready to thwart Iran attacks after IRGC threats to American firms
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Environment|World

Incredible images from the Sony World Photography Awards 2026 unveiled

Incredible images from the Sony World Photography Awards 2026 unveiled

Incredible images from the Sony World Photography Awards 2026 unveiled
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Brazilian ex-intelligence chief Ramagem released after immigration arrest, thanks Trump

Brazil’s former intelligence agency chief Alexandre Ramagem celebrated on Thursday his release by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement after a two-day arrest in Orlando

Brazilian ex-intelligence chief Ramagem released after immigration arrest, thanks Trump
Business|Technology|Travel|World

FAA restricts some San Francisco airport landings, warns of delays

The U.S.

FAA restricts some San Francisco airport landings, warns of delays
Food|Health|Political|Science|World

American Heart Association urges people to favor plant-based proteins, replace full fat dairy

The American Heart Association's new nutrition guidance, released on Tuesday, emphasized a dietary pattern rich in vegetables, fruits and whole grains, prioritizing plant-based

American Heart Association urges people to favor plant-based proteins, replace full fat dairy
Asia|Business|Economy|World

China's new home prices rise in March; big cities see seasonal pickup, private survey shows

China's new home prices edged up in March, reversing a decline in the previous month, supported by a seasonal pickup in demand in major cities, a private survey showed on

China's new home prices rise in March; big cities see seasonal pickup, private survey shows
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Japan business mood, inflation expectations rise but Iran war clouds outlook

Japan saw the business mood improve and corporate inflation expectations heighten in the three months to March, a closely watched survey showed, helping the

Japan business mood, inflation expectations rise but Iran war clouds outlook
US|World

Trump signs order tightening mail-in voting, drawing swift legal threats

President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Tuesday tightening rules on mail‑in voting nationwide, including directing his administration to

Trump signs order tightening mail-in voting, drawing swift legal threats
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Asia barters for scarce energy as Iran crisis throttles supplies

Indonesia's leader visited Tokyo this week in Asia's latest flurry of fuel bartering efforts to

Asia barters for scarce energy as Iran crisis throttles supplies
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

South Korea chip boom powers export growth to four-decade high

South Korea's exports beat forecasts in March, surging at their fastest pace in nearly four decades on an AI-driven chip boom, but supply risks from the Middle

South Korea chip boom powers export growth to four-decade high
Asia|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

China, Pakistan call for Iran peace talks, normal navigation in Strait of Hormuz

China and Pakistan on Tuesday called for an immediate ceasefire in the Gulf and the wider Middle East, urging the swift launch of peace talks and the restoration of normal

China, Pakistan call for Iran peace talks, normal navigation in Strait of Hormuz
Americas|Crime|Finance|Political|World

Haiti gangs keep up attacks in breadbasket region after massacre

Armed men mounted further attacks in Haiti's breadbasket Artibonite region on Tuesday, days after a gang's weekend assault in the

Haiti gangs keep up attacks in breadbasket region after massacre
Crime|Political|World

A look at investigations into federal officers months after immigration crackdown in Minnesota

Minnesota officials are pushing forward with investigations of federal law enforcement officers involved in the Trump administration's immigration crackdown in the Twin Cities

A look at investigations into federal officers months after immigration crackdown in Minnesota
Asia|Business|Economy|World

China's factory activity expands but price pressures intensify, private PMI shows

China's manufacturing sector expanded in March for a fourth straight month as output and new orders continued to grow, but rising price pressures sharply intensified, a

China's factory activity expands but price pressures intensify, private PMI shows
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|World

China set to extend fuel export ban with small exemptions, sources say

China is poised to extend its ban on refined fuel exports into April, five industry sources with knowledge of the matter said, though

China set to extend fuel export ban with small exemptions, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Dollar drops on Iran war de-escalation hopes

The dollar fell on Tuesday on

Dollar drops on Iran war de-escalation hopes
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Republican senator proposes to widen US ban on Chinese autos

Republican Senator Bernie Moreno said on Tuesday he will introduce legislation next month to toughen a U.S. government ban on Chinese

Republican senator proposes to widen US ban on Chinese autos
Sports|World

Soccer-Infantino says Iran will play World Cup matches in US as planned

FIFA president Gianni Infantino said on Tuesday that Iran will play their World Cup matches in the United States in June as scheduled despite the country's

Soccer-Infantino says Iran will play World Cup matches in US as planned
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Argentina designates Iran's IRGC a terrorist organization, aligning with US

Argentina has designated Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization, its presidential office said in a statement on Tuesday,

Argentina designates Iran's IRGC a terrorist organization, aligning with US
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Japan's factory growth slows in March as Iran war weighs, PMI shows

Japan's factory activity expanded at a slower pace in March as growth in output, orders and manufacturers' confidence cooled and cost pressures hit a 19-month high due to

Japan's factory growth slows in March as Iran war weighs, PMI shows
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South Korea factory activity expands at strongest pace in over 4 years, PMI shows

South Korea's factory activity expanded at the strongest pace in more than four years in March, led by semiconductor demand and new product launches, even as the Middle East

South Korea factory activity expands at strongest pace in over 4 years, PMI shows
Business|Economy|World

IMF reaches loan deals with Papua New Guinea to unlock $216 million

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) said on Tuesday it had reached staff-level loan agreements to give Papua New Guinea access to about $216 million, once approved.

IMF reaches loan deals with Papua New Guinea to unlock $216 million
World

Trump administration unlawfully revoked status of migrants who used Biden-era app, US judge rules

A federal judge on Tuesday ordered President Donald Trump's administration to reverse the termination of the legal status of thousands of migrants who had

Trump administration unlawfully revoked status of migrants who used Biden-era app, US judge rules
Business|Environment|Food|World

New Zealand's Fonterra admits 'grass-fed' label may mislead shoppers after Greenpeace lawsuit

New Zealand's Fonterra said on Wednesday it had settled a lawsuit filed by environmental group Greenpeace by admitting the label on one of its products was likely to mislead some

New Zealand's Fonterra admits 'grass-fed' label may mislead shoppers after Greenpeace lawsuit
Election|Political|US|World

Judicial panel in Wisconsin dismisses lawsuit challenging state's congressional map

A three-judge panel in Wisconsin on Tuesday dismissed a lawsuit from Democratic voters that had challenged the state's congressional map.

Judicial panel in Wisconsin dismisses lawsuit challenging state's congressional map
Business|Economy|World

UK pay body sees potential 3.7% rise for minimum wage in 2027

Britain's minimum wage may need to rise by around 3.7% next year to 13.18 pounds ($17.38) an hour to keep up with the likely rise in average earnings, the

UK pay body sees potential 3.7% rise for minimum wage in 2027
Business|Education|Political|World

US judge rejects IRS pact allowing churches to endorse political candidates

A federal judge on Tuesday declined to approve a Trump administration-crafted settlement that would have allowed churches and other houses of worship to endorse

US judge rejects IRS pact allowing churches to endorse political candidates
Australia|Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Anthropic to sign deal with Australia on AI safety and economic data tracking

Anthropic said on Wednesday it would sign an agreement to share its economic index data with the Australian government to help track artificial intelligence adoption across

Anthropic to sign deal with Australia on AI safety and economic data tracking
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump says U.S. could end Iran war in two to three weeks

President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that the U.S. could end its military campaign against Iran within two to three weeks.

Trump says U.S. could end Iran war in two to three weeks
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wall Street soars as traders bet on potential war off-ramp

Wall Street ended sharply higher on Tuesday, lifted by speculation about a potential de-escalation in the Middle East conflict that has sent

Wall Street soars as traders bet on potential war off-ramp
Business|Economy|Political|World

US pump prices hit $4 a gallon as Iran war wreaks havoc on global energy supply

U.S. average gasoline prices rose above $4 a gallon on Monday for the first time in more than three years, capping the sharpest monthly rise

US pump prices hit $4 a gallon as Iran war wreaks havoc on global energy supply
Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump says U.S. strongly considering NATO exit, Telegraph newspaper says

U.S.

Trump says U.S. strongly considering NATO exit, Telegraph newspaper says
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

South Korea and Indonesia discuss energy security, sign agreements on minerals and tech

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung held talks on Wednesday with Indonesian leader Prabowo Subianto, discussing energy security and agreeing

South Korea and Indonesia discuss energy security, sign agreements on minerals and tech
Business|Economy|Environment|World

New BP CEO Meg O'Neill starts off by promising consistency, staff note shows

BP's new CEO Meg O'Neill began her stint on Wednesday by offering consistency while accelerating the group's performance, a year

New BP CEO Meg O'Neill starts off by promising consistency, staff note shows
Business|Economy|Europe|World

UK factories see biggest month-on-month jump in costs since 1992, PMI shows

British factory cost pressures soared in March and delivery delays - due to ships avoiding the Strait of Hormuz - were the longest since mid-2022, according to a survey

UK factories see biggest month-on-month jump in costs since 1992, PMI shows
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Jailed Palestinians fear death by hanging without due process under new Israeli law

Palestinians in

Jailed Palestinians fear death by hanging without due process under new Israeli law
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Euro zone economy may already be on ECB's 'adverse' path, policymaker warns

The euro zone economy may already be on the "adverse" path outlined by the European Central Bank and inflation could become entrenched quicker than in

Euro zone economy may already be on ECB's 'adverse' path, policymaker warns
Business|Economy|Travel|World

World does not need a crisis over Taiwan, opposition leader says ahead of China trip

At a time of international turbulence the world does not need a crisis over Taiwan, the leader of the island's largest opposition party said on Wednesday ahead of a

World does not need a crisis over Taiwan, opposition leader says ahead of China trip
Election|Europe|Political|World

Hungary election polls show opposition Tisza widening lead over Orban's Fidesz

Hungary's centre-right Tisza party widened its lead over Prime Minister Viktor Orban's ruling Fidesz ahead of an April ‌12 parliamentary election, two ​opinion polls

Hungary election polls show opposition Tisza widening lead over Orban's Fidesz
Business|Economy|Europe|World

German manufacturing expands in March despite Iran war supply strains, PMI shows

Germany's manufacturing sector expanded in March at its fastest pace since May 2022 as output and new orders grew despite supply disruptions tied to the Iran war, a survey

German manufacturing expands in March despite Iran war supply strains, PMI shows
Crime|Political|US|World

Former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax kills his wife and then himself, police say

Former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax kills his wife and then himself, police say

Former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax kills his wife and then himself, police say
Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast|World

French manufacturing stagnates in March as Middle East conflict hits orders -final PMI

French manufacturing activity showed little sign of expansion in March, a monthly business survey showed on Wednesday, as the impact of the U.S-Israeli-led war on Iran

French manufacturing stagnates in March as Middle East conflict hits orders -final PMI
Political|World

Trump muses about Vance vs. Rubio as Iran peace talks heat up

Trump muses about Vance vs. Rubio as Iran peace talks heat up

Trump muses about Vance vs. Rubio as Iran peace talks heat up
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Indonesia calls for investigation into peacekeeper deaths

Indonesia has called on the United Nations to investigate the the deaths of three of its UNIFIL peacekeepers following Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon, a

Indonesia calls for investigation into peacekeeper deaths
Economy|Political|World

Rubio says US can see 'finish line' on Iran war

U.S.

Rubio says US can see 'finish line' on Iran war
Business|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Romania, Ukraine advance talks on EU-funded joint drone production

Ukrainian drone manufacturers are meeting Romanian defence ministry and army officials in the capital Bucharest this week to discuss potential joint production under a

Romania, Ukraine advance talks on EU-funded joint drone production
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Political|World

Rubio says Venezuela will ultimately need transition phase, free elections

U.S.

Rubio says Venezuela will ultimately need transition phase, free elections
World

Soccer-Amnesty warns of 'huge' human rights risks at 2026 World Cup

Millions of fans heading to the 2026 World Cup face significant human rights risks, Amnesty International said, warning that the tournament is drifting far

Soccer-Amnesty warns of 'huge' human rights risks at 2026 World Cup
Crime|Education|Europe|Political|World

Serbian students, protesters clash with police in Belgrade

Hundreds of Serbian students clashed with police on Tuesday during a protest

Serbian students, protesters clash with police in Belgrade
Crime|Political|Sports|World

Trump says government will have to 'force ourselves' on Los Angeles during World Cup

U.S.

Trump says government will have to 'force ourselves' on Los Angeles during World Cup
Business|Crime|Economy|Science|Technology|World

North Korea-linked hack hits largely invisible software that powers online services

Hackers linked to North Korea breached behind-the-scenes software that runs many common online functions in an effort to steal login information that could enable

North Korea-linked hack hits largely invisible software that powers online services
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

April fools rush in

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Gregor Stuart Hunter: De-escalation hopes for the Iran war are spurring a rally in stocks and bonds, but - drawing attention to today's date

April fools rush in
Business|Economy|Travel|World

Qantas, American Airlines get interim Australia nod for trans-Pacific tie-up

Australia's competition regulator said on Wednesday it has granted interim authorisation to Qantas and American Airlines to continue cooperating on trans-Pacific routes linking

Qantas, American Airlines get interim Australia nod for trans-Pacific tie-up
Economy|Finance|Political|Science|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump will personally go to Supreme Court for birthright citizenship case

U.S.

Trump will personally go to Supreme Court for birthright citizenship case
Business|Political|Travel|World

Airline Emirates says Iranian nationals barred from entering or transiting UAE

Dubai-based airline Emirates' website said on Wednesday that Iranian nationals were not allowed to enter or transit the United Arab Emirates.

Airline Emirates says Iranian nationals barred from entering or transiting UAE
Europe|Political|World

Russia says it will expel Dutch journalist in tit-for-tat move

Russia said on Wednesday it would kick out a Dutch journalist in response to what it called the expulsion of a correspondent of Russian state news agency RIA from the

Russia says it will expel Dutch journalist in tit-for-tat move
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

War-driven US dollar rebound to fade as broad safe-haven appeal erodes: Reuters poll

The dollar's modest rebound since the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran started a little over a month ago will fade as its safe-haven appeal erodes, according

War-driven US dollar rebound to fade as broad safe-haven appeal erodes: Reuters poll
Crime|US|World

Suspect enters new guilty plea in the case of missing Navajo grandmother Ella Mae Begay

A man charged in the disappearance of a Navajo grandmother has pleaded guilty to robbery as part of a second plea agreement

Suspect enters new guilty plea in the case of missing Navajo grandmother Ella Mae Begay
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

Coca-Cola plans to invest $1 billion in South Africa through 2030

Coca-Cola and its two authorized bottlers, Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa and Coca-Cola Peninsula Beverages, will invest 17.6 billion rand ($1.05 billion) in South

Coca-Cola plans to invest $1 billion in South Africa through 2030
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Factory input costs soar worldwide as Iran war snarls up supply chains

Factories across the world faced soaring input costs and supply chain disruptions in March due to the Iran war as underlying tepid

Factory input costs soar worldwide as Iran war snarls up supply chains
Crime|Europe|World

UK police arrest three more men over arson attack on Jewish community ambulances

British police said on Wednesday they had arrested three more men in connection with an arson attack on Jewish community ambulances in north London last month.

UK police arrest three more men over arson attack on Jewish community ambulances
Business|Environment|Technology|World

How an Indian LPG tanker escaped Hormuz via an unusual route

A day before Israel and the United States attacked Iran on February 28, the Indian‑flagged LPG tanker Pine Gas loaded cargo at the United Arab

How an Indian LPG tanker escaped Hormuz via an unusual route
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Former German finance minister Joerg Kukies to join Morgan Stanley

Joerg Kukies, a former German finance minister, will take a role at Morgan Stanley, the U.S. bank said on Wednesday, marking a return to the senior ranks of banking

Former German finance minister Joerg Kukies to join Morgan Stanley
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Australian leader urges using public transport, says war's effects will last months

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese warned the economic shocks of the war in the Middle East would be felt for months and

Australian leader urges using public transport, says war's effects will last months
Business|Economy|Europe|World

EU fines on US companies are biggest source of friction, State Department official says

A senior U.S.

EU fines on US companies are biggest source of friction, State Department official says
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Finding the 'off ramp'

By Mike Dolan April 1 - What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets “Off ramp” seems to be the word of the week surrounding the Iran war - and the

Finding the 'off ramp'
Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

EU announces a further $2.3 million in humanitarian aid for Cuba

The European Commission has released a further 2 million euros ($2.3 million) in aid for Cuba, it said on Wednesday, to tackle what it described as worsening humanitarian

EU announces a further $2.3 million in humanitarian aid for Cuba
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin, asked about its Donbas demands, says Ukraine should have pulled out 'yesterday'

The Kremlin said on Wednesday that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy should have taken the difficult decision to withdraw his forces from the Donbas area "yesterday"

Kremlin, asked about its Donbas demands, says Ukraine should have pulled out 'yesterday'
Economy|Election|Finance|World

Stronger polls buy Flavio Bolsonaro time on economic team as Brazil race heats up

Rising public support for Brazilian opposition Senator Flavio Bolsonaro's presidential run has allowed him to put

Stronger polls buy Flavio Bolsonaro time on economic team as Brazil race heats up
Arts|Europe|Sports|World

Soccer- 'Take me to America' - Bosnia ecstatic after booking World Cup place

Bosnians woke with heavy heads and light hearts on Wednesday, buoyed by their soccer team's dramatic playoff shootout win over Italy that sent them to the World Cup

Soccer- 'Take me to America' - Bosnia ecstatic after booking World Cup place
Business|Science|Technology|World

Chinese chipmakers claim nearly half of local market as Nvidia's lead shrinks

(Corrects to clarify attribution) By Che Pan and Laurie Chen BEIJING, April 1 (Rtrs) - Chinese GPU and AI chip makers captured nearly 41% of China's AI accelerator server market last year, eroding

Chinese chipmakers claim nearly half of local market as Nvidia's lead shrinks
Business|Economy|World

New BOJ board member warns of stagflation risk from Iran war

Japan may face stagflation risks from the Iran war that would be challenging to deal with using monetary policy, new Bank of Japan board member Toichiro

New BOJ board member warns of stagflation risk from Iran war
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Euro zone factories see jump in input costs, supply snags, survey shows

Euro zone manufacturers faced soaring input costs and supply chain disruptions in March due to the Iran war, even as underlying tepid demand threatened to undermine the

Euro zone factories see jump in input costs, supply snags, survey shows
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Europe risks recession if oil jumps over $150, ECB's Stournaras says

Europe could face recession if the Iran conflict drags on and oil prices jump over $150 per barrel, European Central Bank policymaker Yannis Stournaras told Greek radio on

Europe risks recession if oil jumps over $150, ECB's Stournaras says
Europe|Political|World

UK's Starmer, asked about Trump's NATO comments, says he will act in Britain's interest

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he would act in the country's interest, whatever the "noise", when asked about U.S.

UK's Starmer, asked about Trump's NATO comments, says he will act in Britain's interest
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

UK's Starmer calls for closer Europe ties as Iran war strains US relations

Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Wednesday that the global instability caused by the Iran war means Britain should pivot to focusing

UK's Starmer calls for closer Europe ties as Iran war strains US relations
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Wall St opens higher as Iran war resolution hopes lift sentiment

Wall Street's main indexes opened higher on Wednesday, building onto their biggest one-day jump in nearly a year in the previous session, following President Donald Trump's comment

Wall St opens higher as Iran war resolution hopes lift sentiment
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Record megadeals in first quarter set the pace for global M&A gains

Turbulence linked to the war in Iran and swings in valuations have yet to deter corporate deal-making as

Record megadeals in first quarter set the pace for global M&A gains
Europe|Political|World

Swedish PM opens door to governing with Sweden Democrats if his party wins vote

Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson said on Wednesday that his Moderate party would aim to form a majority government with the

Swedish PM opens door to governing with Sweden Democrats if his party wins vote
Business|Economy|World

US private payrolls increase steadily in March, ADP says

U.S. private payrolls increased steadily in March, the ADP's national employment report showed on Wednesday.

US private payrolls increase steadily in March, ADP says
Business|Economy|World

Fed's Barkin: Households, firms still see oil shock through a "short-term lens"

Businesses continue to act as if high oil prices will prove only a short-term disruption, with little evidence yet it has caused consumers to pull

Fed's Barkin: Households, firms still see oil shock through a "short-term lens"
Political|Travel|US|World

King Charles to address US Congress on April 28

Britain's King Charles will address the U.S. Congress on April 28 during his visit to Washington, House Speaker Mike Johnson said in a statement on Wednesday.

King Charles to address US Congress on April 28
Business|Economy|Europe|World

German institutes cut growth forecast as Iran war drives inflation higher

Germany's leading economic institutes cut their growth forecasts for this year and next on Wednesday and sharply raised their projections for inflation as

German institutes cut growth forecast as Iran war drives inflation higher
Arts|Political|US|World

Federal agency approves concept for Trump's plan for a Triumphal Arch in Washington

The White House says it's “thrilled” after a federal commission gave early approval to the design for a 250-foot arch President Donald Trump wants to build at an entrance to the nation's capital

Federal agency approves concept for Trump's plan for a Triumphal Arch in Washington
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|US|World

Justin Fairfax killed his estranged wife and himself 2 weeks before a court deadline to move out

Court records show that former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax was facing a court-ordered deadline to move out of his family’s home before police say he killed his wife and then himself

Justin Fairfax killed his estranged wife and himself 2 weeks before a court deadline to move out
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Political|Sports|Technology|World

Trump’s top regulator for prediction markets pledges crackdown on insider trading

Trump’s top regulator for prediction markets pledges crackdown on insider trading

Trump’s top regulator for prediction markets pledges crackdown on insider trading
Business|Economy|Election|Environment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Sen. Warren calls for greater transparency into Federal Reserve nominee's financial holdings

President Donald Trump’s nominee to run the Federal Reserve, Kevin Warsh, is likely to face tough questions about his vast financial holdings at a hearing next week by the Senate Banking Committee

Sen. Warren calls for greater transparency into Federal Reserve nominee's financial holdings
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

US urges nations to back 'trade over aid' plan as UN warns against privatizing assistance

The U.S. is urging other nations to back a “trade over aid” initiative at the United Nations as part of the Trump administration’s broader shift away from donor-focused development assistance and toward greater private investment

US urges nations to back 'trade over aid' plan as UN warns against privatizing assistance
Entertainment|Science|Technology|Travel|World

Five seconds of free fall: Astronauts describe historic moon mission — and nail-biting return to Earth

Five seconds of free fall: Astronauts describe historic moon mission — and nail-biting return to Earth

Five seconds of free fall: Astronauts describe historic moon mission — and nail-biting return to Earth
Environment|Science|US|World

Severe storms continue to produce heavy rain, lightning and flooding across parts of US

Storms barreling across the heart of the United States continue to threaten rain and pose flooding risks after causing at least one death when a man apparently was struck by lightning in Wisconsin

Severe storms continue to produce heavy rain, lightning and flooding across parts of US
Americas|Economy|Political|World

Cuban leader, marking Bay of Pigs anniversary, vows to defeat US forces if attacked again

Cuban leader, marking Bay of Pigs anniversary, vows to defeat US forces if attacked again

Cuban leader, marking Bay of Pigs anniversary, vows to defeat US forces if attacked again
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Wall Street sets another record after US stocks tick higher

The U.S. stock market ticked upward to another record high

Wall Street sets another record after US stocks tick higher
Crime|Europe|World

French government seeking release of 85-year-old French widow detained by ICE

The French government is pressing the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to release the 85-year-old French widow of a military veteran from immigration custody in Louisiana after she was detained earlier this month

French government seeking release of 85-year-old French widow detained by ICE
Business|Economy|World

USTR's Greer says offshoring, rules of origin on agenda for Mexico trade talks

U.S. businesses continue to offshore operations to Mexico despite the revamped regional trade pact that was meant to stymie that activity, U.S.

USTR's Greer says offshoring, rules of origin on agenda for Mexico trade talks
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Travel|World

Jet fuel supplies are lagging. What does that mean for airlines and travelers?

A looming jet fuel shortage in Europe and Asia sparked by the Iran war and the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz could further upend world travel within weeks if oil doesn’t start flowing soon

Jet fuel supplies are lagging. What does that mean for airlines and travelers?
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Fed's Miran may scale back rate-cut outlook again due to 'less favorable' inflation developments

Federal Reserve Governor Stephen Miran, by far the U.S. central bank's most aggressive advocate for fast and immediate interest rate cuts, said on

Fed's Miran may scale back rate-cut outlook again due to 'less favorable' inflation developments
Crime|Interview|Political|World

Zohran Mamdani's wife Rama Duwaji apologizes for the 'harmful' social media posts she made as a teen

The wife of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has apologized for what she says were “harmful” social media posts she made as a teenager

Zohran Mamdani's wife Rama Duwaji apologizes for the 'harmful' social media posts she made as a teen
Business|Economy|US|World

Trump weighs appointing Michael Murray to lead antitrust at DOJ, Bloomberg News reports

The White House is considering appointing attorney Michael Murray to lead antitrust enforcement at the U.S.

Trump weighs appointing Michael Murray to lead antitrust at DOJ, Bloomberg News reports
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Pirelli raises prices as part of Middle East crisis mitigation plan

Italian premium tyremaker Pirelli said on Thursday it had activated a "mitigation plan" to limit the effects of the ongoing Middle East crisis, which includes price

Pirelli raises prices as part of Middle East crisis mitigation plan
Business|Economy|World

France's Villeroy says central bank independence is prerequisite for successful monetary policy

Central bank independence is a prerequisite for successful monetary policy, Bank of France Governor Francois Villeroy de Galhau said on Thursday.

France's Villeroy says central bank independence is prerequisite for successful monetary policy
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Germany unlikely to slip into recession, Bundesbank chief says

Bundesbank President Joachim Nagel said on Thursday that the oil price shock due to the Iran war will take a toll on the German economy but is

Germany unlikely to slip into recession, Bundesbank chief says
Americas|Political|US|World

US State Department expands visa restriction policy in Western Hemisphere

The U.S. State Department said on Thursday it was expanding its visa restriction policy in the Western Hemisphere region and imposed restrictions on 26 individuals.

US State Department expands visa restriction policy in Western Hemisphere
MidEast|Political|World

Hezbollah says ceasefire must not allow Israel freedom of movement in Lebanon

Hezbollah said on Thursday that the presence of Israeli troops on Lebanese territory would grant Lebanon and its people "the right to resist," adding in its first comment

Hezbollah says ceasefire must not allow Israel freedom of movement in Lebanon
Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|World

FBI under Trump ramps up probe of ex-CIA chief Brennan over Russia report, sources say

The FBI plans to question roughly a half-dozen witnesses in its criminal inquiry into ex-CIA Director John Brennan over a U.S.

FBI under Trump ramps up probe of ex-CIA chief Brennan over Russia report, sources say
Americas|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU's Von der Leyen: welcomes the 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen welcomed on Thursday a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, announced by U.S.

EU's Von der Leyen: welcomes the 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon
Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Political|World

Kremlin acknowledges criticism after blogger warns Putin 'squeezed' Russians could erupt

The Kremlin took the unusual step of publicly acknowledging sharp criticism of the authorities from a celebrity blogger on Thursday,

Kremlin acknowledges criticism after blogger warns Putin 'squeezed' Russians could erupt
Economy|Finance|Science|Technology|World

Bank of England says it is testing AI risks to financial system

The Bank of England is testing the risks to the financial system caused by AI by conducting scenario analysis and simulations, the central bank said in a letter published by

Bank of England says it is testing AI risks to financial system
Crime|Political|World

Police investigate bomb threat at Chicago-area home of Pope Leo's brother

Police on Thursday were investigating a bomb threat made to the Chicago-area home of Pope Leo's brother John Prevost after a search found no explosives or hazardous materials.

Police investigate bomb threat at Chicago-area home of Pope Leo's brother
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

Codelco, Anglo pursue twin environmental approvals for shared Chile copper pit

Chilean copper producer Codelco and global miner Anglo American plan to submit separate environmental studies to regulators for their planned shared

Codelco, Anglo pursue twin environmental approvals for shared Chile copper pit
Political|US|World

Latest bid to rein in Trump's Iran war powers fails in US House

The U.S.

Latest bid to rein in Trump's Iran war powers fails in US House
Business|Economy|Environment|Travel|World

Lufthansa grounds planes, Nigerian carriers threaten to stop flying as Iran war strains show

Governments and airlines are sounding increasingly urgent alarms about diminishing jet fuel

Lufthansa grounds planes, Nigerian carriers threaten to stop flying as Iran war strains show
Economy|Political|US|World

Trump tries economic reset as Republicans fret over high gas prices

U.S.

Trump tries economic reset as Republicans fret over high gas prices
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

World Bank plans up to $2 billion guarantee to help Argentina refinance debt

The World Bank Group said on Thursday it is working on a guarantee of up to $2 billion to help refinance “a relevant portion of Argentina’s debt.”

World Bank plans up to $2 billion guarantee to help Argentina refinance debt
Arts|Business|Environment|Political|US|World

Judge faults Trump for 'brazen' bid to continue ballroom construction

A federal judge on Thursday again ruled that U.S.

Judge faults Trump for 'brazen' bid to continue ballroom construction
Europe|Political|World

Ten-day Israel-Lebanon ceasefire may be extended by mutual agreement, US says

Israel and Lebanon will implement a 10-day ceasefire beginning 5 pm EST (2100 GMT) on Thursday to enable negotiations toward a permanent security and peace agreement, the U.S.

Ten-day Israel-Lebanon ceasefire may be extended by mutual agreement, US says
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Chile carries out first deportation flight as part of new migration plan

The government of Chile's new President Jose Antonio Kast carried out its first deportation flight on Thursday, authorities said, fulfilling a campaign pledge to tighten

Chile carries out first deportation flight as part of new migration plan
Political|World

Trump says he may go to Islamabad if Iran deal reached

U.S.

Trump says he may go to Islamabad if Iran deal reached
Americas|Political|US|World

US House votes to defy Trump, extend Haitians' temporary protections

The U.S.

US House votes to defy Trump, extend Haitians' temporary protections
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Stock market bulls see signs rally could endure after S&P 500 back at highs 

U.S. stocks have rebounded to record highs after the Iran war-driven selloff and there are signs under the market's surface that suggest the rally

Stock market bulls see signs rally could endure after S&P 500 back at highs 
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

US imposes sanctions on Nicaraguan officials linked to gold sector

The U.S.

US imposes sanctions on Nicaraguan officials linked to gold sector
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

US Senate narrowly overturns Minnesota mining ban, sending bill to Trump

The U.S.

US Senate narrowly overturns Minnesota mining ban, sending bill to Trump
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump says Lebanon-Israel leaders could meet at White House

President Donald Trump said on Thursday after announcing a 10-day Lebanon-Israel ceasefire that leaders of the two countries could meet at the White House over the

Trump says Lebanon-Israel leaders could meet at White House
Political|US|World

Trump says he is not sure ceasefire with Iran needs to be extended

U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday said he was not sure that the ceasefire with Iran needs to be extended.

Trump says he is not sure ceasefire with Iran needs to be extended
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

US to delay weapons deliveries to some European countries due to Iran war, sources say

U.S. officials have informed some European counterparts that some previously contracted weapons deliveries are likely to be delayed

US to delay weapons deliveries to some European countries due to Iran war, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

S&P 500, Nasdaq edge up to new records with Middle East hopes in focus

The benchmark S&P 500 and the tech-heavy Nasdaq rose modestly to record closing highs for a second straight day on Thursday on optimism that the

S&P 500, Nasdaq edge up to new records with Middle East hopes in focus
MidEast|Political|World

Trump says it is important for Pope to understand Iran is a global threat

U.S.

Trump says it is important for Pope to understand Iran is a global threat
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|World

US law enforcement raids offices of Houston fuel trader Ikon Midstream

U.S. authorities have raided the offices of Ikon Midstream, a Houston fuel trader whose diesel

US law enforcement raids offices of Houston fuel trader Ikon Midstream
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Bulgaria's caretaker PM says elections will be cleanest in years

Bulgaria's caretaker prime minister said elections this month will be among the country's cleanest in years after his government launched efforts to tackle widespread

Bulgaria's caretaker PM says elections will be cleanest in years
Africa|Economy|Health|World

With US aid slashed, Nigerian HIV volunteers went door‑to‑door to keep patients alive

(Afrocab corrects total number of patients returned to treatment to 3,356 from around 1,000 in paragraph 17. Figure includes 1,095 patients aged under 24 years.)

With US aid slashed, Nigerian HIV volunteers went door‑to‑door to keep patients alive
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Political|World

Trump rails against court decision that once again stalls his White House ballroom project

President Donald Trump has railed against a federal judge’s decision that continues to block above-ground construction of a $400 million White House ballroom

Trump rails against court decision that once again stalls his White House ballroom project
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Stocks hit record following Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, oil rallies

Global stocks rallied to a fresh record on Thursday as the announcement of a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon boosted sentiment,

Stocks hit record following Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, oil rallies
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

France tells US NATO serves Euro-Atlantic security, not Hormuz offensive missions

France hit back on Wednesday at threats by President Donald Trump to pull the U.S. out of NATO, saying the military alliance was designed to ensure security in

France tells US NATO serves Euro-Atlantic security, not Hormuz offensive missions
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump admin presents new plan to slash two thirds of consumer watchdog workforce

President Donald Trump's administration has developed a fresh plan to slash the workforce at the U.S.

Trump admin presents new plan to slash two thirds of consumer watchdog workforce
Business|Economy|US|World

US business inventories unexpectedly fall in January

U.S. business inventories unexpectedly fell in January amid a large decline in stocks at wholesalers, suggesting inventory investment could weigh on economic growth in

US business inventories unexpectedly fall in January
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Huawei posts 2.2% growth in annual revenue

China's Huawei Technologies reported on Tuesday 2.2% growth in 2025 revenue, as its core businesses of infrastructure network and consumer

Huawei posts 2.2% growth in annual revenue
Americas|Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Russian oil tanker begins discharging cargo in Cuba's Matanzas terminal

A Russian-flagged tanker carrying some 700,000 barrels of crude docked in Cuba's Matanzas oil terminal on Tuesday, shipping data showed, marking

Russian oil tanker begins discharging cargo in Cuba's Matanzas terminal
Science|Technology|World

How NASA's Artemis II moon mission will unfold

NASA's Artemis II mission, which launched on Wednesday, is expected to last about 10 days, sending four astronauts on a high-speed journey around the moon and back in the first

How NASA's Artemis II moon mission will unfold
World

At least seven killed in Israeli strikes in Beirut area, Lebanon says

At least seven people were killed and 24 wounded in two Israeli strikes in the Beirut area, the Lebanese health ministry said on Wednesday, in attacks that hit vehicles in

At least seven killed in Israeli strikes in Beirut area, Lebanon says
Business|Crime|Europe|MidEast|World

France suspects link to pro-Iranian group in foiled BofA Paris plot

France suspects a pro-Iranian group known as HAYI to be behind a foiled attack on Bank of America's Paris offices, its anti-terrorism

France suspects link to pro-Iranian group in foiled BofA Paris plot
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US manufacturing sector grows in March; supplier delivery performance deteriorates

U.S. manufacturing activity picked up in March, though a measure of prices paid by factories for inputs jumped to the highest level in nearly four years and suppliers

US manufacturing sector grows in March; supplier delivery performance deteriorates
Asia|World

Pakistan, Afghanistan open fresh talks in China to end conflict, say sources

Afghanistan and Pakistan have opened a new round of talks in China to end the deadliest fighting between two Muslim

Pakistan, Afghanistan open fresh talks in China to end conflict, say sources
Europe|Political|Sports|World

Soccer-Police investigate Islamophobic chants during Spain-Egypt match

Spanish police launched an investigation on Wednesday into Islamophobic and xenophobic chants during Tuesday's friendly against Egypt which also drew

Soccer-Police investigate Islamophobic chants during Spain-Egypt match
Economy|Environment|Health|World

Hospitals overwhelmed and communities destroyed: Lebanon reels from Israel’s unprecedented attacks

Hospitals overwhelmed and communities destroyed: Lebanon reels from Israel’s unprecedented attacks

Hospitals overwhelmed and communities destroyed: Lebanon reels from Israel’s unprecedented attacks
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Shell in advanced talks with Venezuela for more gas areas, sources say

Shell is in advanced talks with Venezuela's government to develop four large areas near Trinidad and Tobago, in two of the South

Shell in advanced talks with Venezuela for more gas areas, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Insider trading in prediction markets is among CFTC priorities, top cop says

The U.S.

Insider trading in prediction markets is among CFTC priorities, top cop says
Political|US|World

US Vice President Vance spoke to intermediaries about Iran conflict as recently as Tuesday, source says

U.S.

US Vice President Vance spoke to intermediaries about Iran conflict as recently as Tuesday, source says
Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

Christians in Lebanon's south fear expanding war will reach their towns

Thousands of Christians still living in a cluster of towns along Lebanon's southern border say they are trapped and terrified after an Israeli

Christians in Lebanon's south fear expanding war will reach their towns
Business|Crime|Political|Travel|World

Russia warns citizens not to travel to states that have extradition treaties with US

Russia warned its citizens on Wednesday not to travel to countries that have extradition treaties with the United States.

Russia warns citizens not to travel to states that have extradition treaties with US
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU seeks lifting of Greek lawmakers' immunity over farm aid fraud

The European Chief Prosecutor on Wednesday asked Greece to lift the immunity of 11 lawmakers to allow an investigation into their role in a farm aid fraud scandal which has

EU seeks lifting of Greek lawmakers' immunity over farm aid fraud
Business|Economy|Environment|World

US Gulf Coast tanker market tightens as Asia seeks to replace lost supply

Oil tanker availability along the U.S.

US Gulf Coast tanker market tightens as Asia seeks to replace lost supply
Technology|World

Switzerland says cancelling U.S. Patriot missile system order an option

The Swiss government will continue to withhold payments to the United States for a Patriot missile system order until Washington provides binding delivery dates, adding

Switzerland says cancelling U.S. Patriot missile system order an option
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump says Iran has asked for a ceasefire, US wants to see Hormuz open first

Iran has asked the United States for a ceasefire, President Donald Trump said in a Truth Social post on Wednesday, adding Washington would consider this once the Strait

Trump says Iran has asked for a ceasefire, US wants to see Hormuz open first
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Cleveland Fed data shows war impacting headline inflation data

By Michael S.

Cleveland Fed data shows war impacting headline inflation data
Health|World

Babies evacuated from Gaza two years ago returned to their overjoyed parents

They've never known their parents, and they've never known Gaza, born prematurely two years ago and evacuated to

Babies evacuated from Gaza two years ago returned to their overjoyed parents
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US farmers to plant less corn as Iran war spikes fertilizer prices

U.S. farmers plan to plant less corn and more soybeans in 2026 than last year, the U.S.

US farmers to plant less corn as Iran war spikes fertilizer prices
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Tesla March car registrations soar in key European markets, showing changing trend

New registrations of Tesla cars tripled in France during March to just shy of a two-year-old record high, and more than

Tesla March car registrations soar in key European markets, showing changing trend
Europe|Technology|World

Italian bill proposes curbs on social media addiction

Italian senators on Wednesday presented a draft law to tackle social media addiction that seeks to increase the responsibility of online platforms for the way content is

Italian bill proposes curbs on social media addiction
Business|Finance|Political|US|World

US to leave Iran 'pretty quickly' and return if needed, Trump tells Reuters

The United States will be "out of Iran pretty quickly" and could return for "spot hits" if needed, President Donald Trump told Reuters on Wednesday,

US to leave Iran 'pretty quickly' and return if needed, Trump tells Reuters
Crime|Political|US|World

County prosecutor charges ICE agent with assault for pointing gun at people on Minneapolis highway

Minnesota prosecutors have charged an ICE agent with assault for pointing his gun at the occupants of a car on a Minneapolis highway

County prosecutor charges ICE agent with assault for pointing gun at people on Minneapolis highway
Africa|Crime|World

Burundi says 13 killed in explosion at military ammunition depot

Thirteen people were killed and 57 injured when ammunition exploded due to an electrical short circuit on a Burundian military base on Tuesday

Burundi says 13 killed in explosion at military ammunition depot
Europe|Sports|World

Aston Villa routs Bologna to set up all-English Europa League semifinal against Nottingham Forest

Aston Villa has advanced to the Europa League semifinals by beating Bologna 4-0

Aston Villa routs Bologna to set up all-English Europa League semifinal against Nottingham Forest
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

US financial advisors brace for growing array of risks in second quarter

Investment advisors say a buildup of problems is weighing on clients, who are entering the second quarter of the year struggling with

US financial advisors brace for growing array of risks in second quarter
Economy|Environment|Finance|World

IEA, IMF and World Bank to coordinate response to Middle East war's impact

The heads of the International Energy Agency, International Monetary Fund, and World Bank on Wednesday said they will form a coordination group

IEA, IMF and World Bank to coordinate response to Middle East war's impact
MidEast|Political|World

Iranian president says in letter that Iran harbors no enmity towards ordinary Americans

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said in a letter addressed to the American people that his country harbors no enmity towards ordinary Americans, Press TV reported on Wednesday.

Iranian president says in letter that Iran harbors no enmity towards ordinary Americans
Business|Economy|World

Fed's Musalem sees no imminent need to change monetary policy stance

St.

Fed's Musalem sees no imminent need to change monetary policy stance
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US mortgage rates jump to 6.57%, highest since August, MBA says

The interest rate on the most popular U.S. home loan jumped last week to its highest level since August, as rising oil prices fueled inflation fears and drove up

US mortgage rates jump to 6.57%, highest since August, MBA says
Asia|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

French navy chief says China will have to engage more in Strait of Hormuz discussion

China will at one point have to engage more directly on how to restore oil traffic flows in the Strait of Hormuz because the number of vessels it has going through is

French navy chief says China will have to engage more in Strait of Hormuz discussion
Political|US|World

In historic first, Trump attends Supreme Court arguments

President Donald Trump made a historic visit to the U.S.

In historic first, Trump attends Supreme Court arguments
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Bank of Canada says it will rely on judgment more than usual for rate decisions

The Bank of Canada's governing council has agreed it will have to rely on its own judgment more than usual on rate decisions, given

Bank of Canada says it will rely on judgment more than usual for rate decisions
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US retail sales strong in February; rising gasoline prices will hurt spending

U.S. retail sales increased by the most in seven months in February as motor vehicle purchases rebounded and temperatures warmed up, but surging

US retail sales strong in February; rising gasoline prices will hurt spending
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Europe's STOXX 600 jumps over 2% on Middle East de-escalation hopes

European stocks extended their rally on Wednesday, with the STOXX 600 notching its biggest three-day advance in nearly a year after

Europe's STOXX 600 jumps over 2% on Middle East de-escalation hopes
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

Major cases involving Trump at the US Supreme Court

The U.S.

Major cases involving Trump at the US Supreme Court
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Automakers plan billions in US investments but seek clear trade rules

Global automakers plan billions of dollars in new U.S. investments to boost production and avoid President Donald Trump's tariffs, but

Automakers plan billions in US investments but seek clear trade rules
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Trading Day: April fool of hope

Stocks rose on Wednesday and oil and the dollar fell on continued optimism that de-escalation in the Middle East is imminent. U.S.

Trading Day: April fool of hope
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

World shares rally, oil prices fall on war de-escalation hopes

Global stocks rallied and oil futures retreated on Wednesday on hopes of a de-escalation in the Iran war.

World shares rally, oil prices fall on war de-escalation hopes
Business|Economy|Technology|US|World

US trade panel to probe Roku, Hisense streaming and display imports for patent violations

The U.S.

US trade panel to probe Roku, Hisense streaming and display imports for patent violations
World

Zelenskiy says US talks "positive," Russian response to truce offer was strikes

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy criticised Russia for answering his offer of an Easter truce with airstrikes on Wednesday but he praised as "positive" fresh

Zelenskiy says US talks "positive," Russian response to truce offer was strikes
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Oil slides after Trump says US will end its war on Iran soon

Oil prices settled lower on Wednesday after President Donald Trump said that the U.S. would end its war on Iran fairly soon.

Oil slides after Trump says US will end its war on Iran soon
Business|Economy|Finance|Sports|Stock Markets|World

Nike's turnaround put to test as Middle East conflict poses new risks

Nike's months-long turnaround under CEO Elliott Hill faces fresh pressure as the Middle East conflict adds to the sportswear maker's

Nike's turnaround put to test as Middle East conflict poses new risks
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Trump threatens NATO exit, scaling up tensions with allies

Tensions between the United States and NATO allies flared up as President Donald Trump said he was considering pulling the U.S.

Trump threatens NATO exit, scaling up tensions with allies
Americas|Crime|Health|Political|World

Death of near-blind refugee in New York ruled a homicide

Local officials in upstate New York on Wednesday ruled the death of a nearly blind refugee from Myanmar as a homicide, after he had gone missing for several days

Death of near-blind refugee in New York ruled a homicide
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Venezuela's Rodriguez readies Citgo board takeover, sources say

Venezuelan interim President Delcy Rodriguez's administration is getting ready to take over the boards of state oil firm

Venezuela's Rodriguez readies Citgo board takeover, sources say
Economy|Education|Health|Political|World

Trump administration cannot alter homelessness funding conditions, US court rules

A federal appeals court on Wednesday refused to allow the Trump administration to impose new restrictions on billions of dollars in grant funding used to

Trump administration cannot alter homelessness funding conditions, US court rules
Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Bahrain's Hormuz resolution runs into fresh obstacles at UN

Bahrain's effort to secure a U.N. resolution to authorise "all necessary means" to protect commercial shipping in and around the Strait of Hormuz

Bahrain's Hormuz resolution runs into fresh obstacles at UN
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Russia says its troops have taken full control of Luhansk region in eastern Ukraine

The Russian Defence Ministry said on Wednesday that its forces had taken full control of the Luhansk region in eastern Ukraine, suggesting they had wrested control of a

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A New York vintner raids U.S. wine cellars to skirt Trump's tariffs

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US Senate aims to pass Homeland Security bill Thursday to end shutdown, source says

The Republican-controlled U.S.

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Can Trump pull the US out of NATO?

President Donald Trump threatened on Wednesday to pull the United States out of NATO due to its European members' refusal to send ships to unblock

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