Australia and Japan markets climb, looking past Iran war escalation fears
This comes as investors took in strong earnings stateside, looking past weaker-than-expected economic data and threats of escalation in Iran.
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China scraps tariffs for all but one African nation
The zero-tariff regime gives China’s soft power a boost, but may lead to uneven gains, say analysts.
China scraps tariffs for all but one African nation
The zero-tariff regime gives China’s soft power a boost, but may lead to uneven gains, say analysts.
It’s not just oil: Iran war also threatens Asia’s food security
Planting season is beginning in Asia – but the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and Chinese restrictions has hit fertiliser supply.
Iran war live: Tehran says US ports siege ‘intolerable’; Trump mulls action
Israeli attacks on Lebanon killed at least 2,586 people and wounded more than 8,000 since March 2, local media report.
Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, April 30, 2026 – Institute for the Study of War
Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, April 30, 2026 Institute for the Study of WarRussia’s Medvedev questions US suitability to play role of conflict mediator ReutersPutin ‘personally oversees’ nuke weapon development as Russia …
Pakistani officials say they expect new Iran proposal this week – report – investingLive
Pakistani officials say they expect new Iran proposal this week – report investingLiveIran offers U.S. deal to reopen strait but postpone nuclear talks AxiosWhat’s in Iran’s latest proposal – and how has the US responded? &nb…
Jihadists urge united front against Mali junta as Bamako blockade begins
Jihadist fighters in Mali have called for a broad uprising against the country’s military rulers, escalating tensions as they move to tighten pressure on the capital, Bamako. The appeal comes days after coordinated attacks on junta positions and coinc…
RFK Jr threatens to withhold millions in funding for hospitals that serve Jell-O and other sugary treats
RFK Jr. called out hospitals that serve Jell-O, Cheerios and other sugary foods to patients
Killer says goodbye to friend in final words before execution for teen’s murder
James Ernest Hitchcock was executed for the murder of his brother’s 13-year-old stepdaughter, Cynthia Diggers