Japan was willing to step in to defend the yen around the 160 level before, and it’s at that point again.
EU leaders back stronger trade defences amid Chinese export surge
EU leaders agreed on Thursday to strengthen trade defences against a surge of Chinese exports that Brussels views as a threat to European industry, while maintaining “constructive dialogue” with Beijing. The move reflects growing concern over the EU’s…
Sources: SpaceX plans to raise $20B in a bond sale as soon as next week; the funds would be used to pay back a $20B bridge loan taken out after the xAI merger (Financial Times)
Financial Times:
Sources: SpaceX plans to raise $20B in a bond sale as soon as next week; the funds would be used to pay back a $20B bridge loan taken out after the xAI merger — AI and rocket group is tapping debt markets after rais…
‘Last Ride’: US Says Goodbye To Air Force One, Qatari Jet To Join Fleet
The goodbye messages fuelled speculation that a Boeing 747 controversially gifted to President Donald Trump by the Gulf emirate of Qatar is now due to enter service.
Democrats Say $350 Million From Trump Tax Bill Funds White House Ballroom
Apportionment of funds comes from two accounts intended to provide US Secret Service with extra money for training in aftermath of last year’s assassination attempts on president, as per Democrats
Ancient oak tree linked to Robin Hood loved to death
The 1200-year-old Major Oak in Sherwood Forest, which is said to have sheltered legendary 13th-century bandit Robin Hood, hasn’t sprouted leaves this spring.
CNBC Daily Open: Trump-Vance tag team takes on Iran deal critics
Trump and Vance fought back criticisms the U.S. gave “too much” to Iran in the 14-point MOU, while traders are pricing in expectations of potential rate hikes
Latest U.S. strike on alleged drug boat kills 3 in eastern Pacific, Pentagon says
The U.S. military has attacked a boat accused of smuggling drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing three people.
US issues new sanctions against Lebanese officials, companies aligned with Hezbollah
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Blue material peels off Lincoln Reflecting Pool
Blue material is seen peeling off in the newly-renovated Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool.