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14:19 Breakingviews - AI weakness makes YouTube Alphabet’s new lynchpin

Through its 26-year run, a 6,000% run-up in its share price, and dominance of the global search engine market, Google owner Alphabet has become a $1.8 trillion internet goliath. It operates the world’s most popular operating system in Android, developed some of the crucial technological innovations behind artificial intelligence, and runs a colossal cloud computing service. Only among this jumble

13:59 As Trump's EPA ends 'environmental justice,' minority communities may pay a price

From her home on Louisiana's "Cancer Alley," Lydia Gerard looks down at her 8-month-old great-granddaughter and wonders if she will one day suffer the same fate as her many friends and relatives whose lives were cut short by the disease.

13:26 Irish arm of Oracle pays €730m in dividends to US parent in 18 months

Directors consider impact of US and EU tariff and non-tariff trade measures as ‘minimal’

13:18 How the anti-abortion movement embraced fringe ‘abolitionists’ and became more punitive

A movement that believes abortion should be treated as homicide has grown alongside a Republican penchant for punishment

13:11 China lunar chief accuses US of interfering in joint space programmes

The chief designer of China's lunar exploration programme accused the United States on Wednesday of interfering in Beijing's pushes to cooperate with Europe and other foreign partners in space programmes.

13:11 AT&T leans on bundled plans to beat estimates for subscriber additions

AT&T beat Wall Street estimates for wireless subscriber additions in the first quarter on Wednesday, driven by steady demand for its plans that bundled high-speed fiber services and 5G mobile offerings.

13:11 Trump cuts threaten free vaccine program for kids amid measles outbreak

Dr. Ali Sherif normally gives about 50 doses of the measles vaccine to children each month at his clinic in Hobbs, New Mexico, near the Texas state line.

13:11 Google, X next targets as Europe stays tough on tech regulation

Alphabet's Google and Elon Musk's X may be the next to face fines from European regulators, as they stay tough on Big Tech despite concerns of retaliatory U.S. tariffs, according to three sources with direct knowledge of the matter.

12:53 Minister grilled over war simulation

Defence Minister Richard Marles has baulked at comments labelling a military operation involving Australian troops in the Philippines as “preparing for war with China”.

12:52 UK peace talks on Ukraine downgraded as Marco Rubio pulls out

Planned ministerial-level talks replaced by discussions at official level amid reports of change in Kremlin stance

12:47 EU slaps fines on Apple and Meta, risking Trump fury

Apple slams decision saying it will appeal the fine; Meta accuses EU of “attempting to handicap successful American businesses".

12:45 Sir Keir Starmer warned he has 'weeks' to save thousands of UK carmaking jobs

Donald Trump's tariffs threaten jobs across the UK, say manufacturers.

12:35 Apple fined $570 million and Meta $228 million for breach of EU law

Apple was fined 500 million euros ($570 million) on Wednesday and Meta 200 million euros, as European Union antitrust regulators handed out the first sanctions under landmark legislation aimed at curbing the power of Big Tech.

12:35 Putin says Russia lacks certain weapons despite beefing up military production

Russia's armed forces still lack certain weapons despite significantly increasing arms production last year, President Vladimir Putin told a meeting of the state Military-Industrial Commission on Wednesday.

12:35 Forget the film: Vatican is preparing for the real 'Conclave'

As the Vatican prepares for the secret meeting of cardinals who will pick a successor to Pope Francis, forget - to some extent - what you may have learned from "Conclave", last year's hit movie depicting high-level power games and backstabbing among the red-robed clerics.

12:31 Americans sour on Trump's handling of the economy, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

Americans elected President Donald Trump in hopes that he would fight inflation and boost the U.S. economy, but as he approaches his 100th day in office they are giving the Republican poor marks for his handling of both, a new Reuters/Ipsos poll shows.

12:31 Exclusive: US-China fentanyl talks hang by thread amid trade war

Talks continue between the U.S. and China on tackling the fentanyl epidemic amid the bitter trade war between the world’s two largest economies, four U.S. officials familiar with the discussions told Reuters, even as American negotiators claim the Chinese are failing to negotiate in good faith.

12:26 The Spin | Reborn in the USA: has cricket finally cracked the American market?

A lack of pitches, kit and coaching has held the sport back for far too long but Major League Cricket may be the answer

12:26 Why is the US right so obsessed with the Obamas’ marriage? | Arwa Mahdawi

Conservative commentators can’t stand the idea that people they loathe can live fulfilling lives

12:26 What did Pope Francis think of JD Vance? His view was more than clear | Jan-Werner Mueller

Francis was as outspoken as could be without naming names, when he criticized Vance in his February letter to US bishops

12:10 Democratic lawmakers question Justice Department over warning to fired official

Democratic lawmakers on Wednesday pressed the U.S. Justice Department to explain its decision to dispatch armed agents to deliver a letter warning a fired employee about her planned testimony before members of Congress.

12:10 Kremlin says sides in Ukraine peace talks still need to narrow their differences

The Kremlin said on Wednesday that countries involved in peace talks around Ukraine still needed to narrow their differences and that there were "a lot of nuances" that needed to be worked out before any deal could be reached.

12:10 Tariffs may mean more US steel jobs. Will there be workers to fill them?

Thomas Reisinger commutes almost an hour-and-a-half each way for a job in a cavernous steel processing plant here.

11:54 'President JD Vance would be even bigger disaster for Europe than Donald Trump'

The President's deputy would have to prove himself to the MAGA faithful as a true convert.

11:54 Chancellor 'piling up £14bn debt' with Brits forced to foot the bill

Follow our live blog for the latest updates on taxes and the cost of living

11:54 Police U-turn on refusal to probe trans activists' death threat signs

A number of activists were pictured holding signs threatening violence towards 'TERFS' while taking part in Saturday's protest.

11:40 Donald Trump caves to China with 'substantial' tariffs cut after dollar plunges

The US President appeared to suggest at a major u-turn in his trade war with Beijing was in the offing.

11:22 Attacker who stabbed Salman Rushdie to be sentenced for attempted murder

Hadi Matar was convicted over 2022 attack in western New York that left author partially blinded

11:22 Travis Hunter wants to be the NFL’s Shohei Ohtani. Will anyone let him?

The Colorado star is brilliant on offense and defense but the burdens of professional football make it very difficult for two-way players to succeed

10:21 Rupert Murdoch’s newspaper again flames Donald Trump for historic economic bungle

Rupert Murdoch’s newspaper again flames Donald Trump for historic economic bungle - Then he tried to make it worse with threats to fire Federal Reserve chairman, which sent the market spiraling

10:02 Data Center Cooling Demand Estimates: Unchanged after DeepSeek - Mitsubishi Heavy Production Increases

Major industrial equipment manufacturers such as Mitsubishi Heavy Industries predict that as the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and data centers continue to expand, demand for equipment that cools the temperature of server rooms and air conditioning services will increase, and are implementing production increases.

10:02 David Lammy humiliated as US top brass pull out of London Ukraine peace talks

David Lammy has now pulled out of his own summit after a humiliating snub by the Americans.

09:57 European shares rise on SAP earnings, Trump's Fed backflip

European shares climbed on Wednesday, boosted by strong earnings from Europe's largest software maker SAP, while U.S. President Donald Trump's backflip from threats to dismiss Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell provided relief to investors.

09:21 Commercial war: EU imposed millions of penalties against Apple and Meta

Brussels accuses the corporations not to stick to the Digital Markets Act-and, according to Handelsblatt information, impose millions for the first time. The decisions could have geopolitical consequences. The EU Commission will impose punishments according to the Digital Markets Act (DMA) on Wednesday. This was learned by the Handelsblatt Expl.

08:52 Markets rebound as Trump signals cutting China tariffs 'substantially'

Global stock markets experienced a relief rally after US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent indicated that high tariffs were not unsustainable, raising hopes for a de-escalation in the US–China trade war. President Trump confirmed the stance and signalled that tariffs on China would be cut.

08:40 R&A looking into feasibility of Trump's Turnberry as venue for the Open

The R&A would like to see U.S. President Donald Trump's Turnberry course in Scotland return as host of The Open but will first need to assess the feasibility of the venue, the governing body's chief executive Mark Darbon said.

08:40 Biles still undecided on 2028 LA Games participation

Simone Biles, the most decorated gymnast in history, said she has yet to decide whether she will take part in her home Olympics in Los Angeles in 2028.

08:40 Brazil urging tougher emissions goals ahead of climate summit, sources say

Brazil, which hosts this year's United Nations climate summit, has a main goal of persuading Europe, China and other developing economies to commit to cutting greenhouse gas emissions enough to keep global warming well below 2 degrees Celsius, three people with knowledge of the country's plans told Reuters.

08:34 The US "301 Survey" is implemented, and overseas ship owners still place orders for super large ships to China

The US "301 Survey" is implemented, and overseas ship owners still place orders for super large ships to China

08:21 Texas residents get surprise Easter gift washing up on coastline — packages of cocaine dumped by panicked smugglers

Texas residents get surprise Easter gift washing up on coastline — packages of cocaine dumped by panicked smugglers - The packages were reportedly tossed into the ocean by smugglers hoping to evade capture during a drug raid

08:17 Yale University explores sale of private equity fund interests

Yale University said on Tuesday it was exploring a sale of private equity fund interests and was being advised by investment banking firm Evercore.

08:17 Exclusive: China EV giant BYD reboots Europe operations after strategic stumbles, sources say

China's leading EV maker BYD is overhauling its European operations after strategic missteps including failures to sign up enough dealers and hire executives with local-market knowledge and to offer hybrids in markets resistant to fully electric vehicles, six current and former BYD executives said.

08:11 Chris Watts' haunting prison confession over daughter's last act before murder

Chris Watts brutally murdered his pregnant wife Shanann, before heartlessly dragging her lifeless body down the stairs in full view of their two young daughters - and later claimed he had "no control over" his actions

08:11 An Army of Women review – shocking story of sex-assault survivors’ fight for justice

Julie Lunde Lillesæter’s timely documentary tells the story of the courageous women whose cases of sexual assault and rape have gone unheard by the US judicial system

08:01 Trump’s tariffs driving thousands of layoffs at US manufacturing plants

Trump’s tariffs driving thousands of layoffs at US manufacturing plants - Trump said the plan was to increase manufacturing jobs

07:59 Trump says won’t fire Fed chief, signals China tariffs will come down

White House official says Washington “doing very well in respect to a potential trade deal with China".

07:51 EU looking at options to forbid new Russian gas contracts, source says

The European Commission is assessing whether it could legislate to forbid firms in the European Union from signing new contracts for Russian fossil fuels, a senior EU official said on Tuesday.

07:51 Switzerland flexes financial muscle ahead of tariff date in Washington

Top Swiss officials will this week test whether big commitments to the U.S. can help secure relief from import tariffs, after pharma giant Roche followed its cross-town rival Novartis in announcing major investments in the United States.

07:51 Australia's conservative opposition leader Dutton pledges defence boost if elected

Australia's conservative opposition party leader Peter Dutton, trailing in polls related to the May 3 election, has pledged to boost defence spending to 3% of gross domestic product within a decade, as the Trump administration pushes allies to spend more on security.

07:41 Pete Hegseth did share classified information with wife and brother despite White House’s claims, report says

Pete Hegseth did share classified information with wife and brother despite White House’s claims, report says - Defense secretary accuses media of trying ‘to slash and burn people and ruin their reputations’

07:41 Trade war and safety concerns take centre stage at Shanghai auto show

China's annual major auto shows have become a showcase for the rise of ever-cheaper, better-performing electric vehicles and more confident local brands in the world's biggest market for cars.

07:41 Ukraine, Western countries meet on Russia war as diplomats say breakthrough unlikely

U.S., Ukrainian and European officials meet in London on Wednesday about ending Russia's war in Ukraine after warnings by U.S. President Donald Trump that Washington could walk away if there is no progress on a deal soon.

07:41 Swiss franc's surge on tariff turmoil pressures SNB to act

The Swiss franc's rapid appreciation on U.S. policy uncertainty could force the Swiss National Bank to intervene soon, as Swiss industry hopes the safe haven currency's surge can be tamed before it deals another blow to a tariff-threatened sector.

07:26 Rachel Reeves warned she can’t blame Trump as IMF slashes UK growth forecast

The United States is understood to be drawing up terms for trade talks with the United Kingdom, including a cut to the UK's 10% automotive tariff.

07:01 US Stock Futures Rise After Trump Tamps Down Powell Criticisms

US stock futures advanced and the US dollar strengthened after President Donald Trump said he had no intention of firing Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and that he would not strike a hard line in trade talks with China.

07:01 ‘I don’t know what the party is’: 2028 frontrunner Gavin Newsom admits Democrats are missing a message

‘I don’t know what the party is’: 2028 frontrunner Gavin Newsom admits Democrats are missing a message - Governor Gavin Newsom is leaving office in 2026. Many anticipate he’ll launch a White House bid

07:01 Trump admits China’s tariffs will drop ‘but it won’t be zero’

Trump admits China’s tariffs will drop ‘but it won’t be zero’ - Trump’s massive import taxes have roiled stock markets since he announced them on April 1

06:57 US-China trade game

Trump has brilliantly achieved the wholehearted acceptance of his baseline tariff rate of 10pc by all countries.

06:48 Gold falls as Trump backs down from threat to fire Fed chief

Gold prices fell more than 1% on Wednesday as U.S. President Donald Trump backed down from threats to dismiss Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and expressed optimism for a trade deal with China, denting bullion's safe-haven appeal.

06:48 Morning Bid: Trump's Fed backflip sets off relief rally

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Kevin Buckland

06:31 Tesla stock rises sharply, CEO Musk reduces time to engage in government operations

米電気自動車（ＥＶ）メーカー、テスラのイーロン・マスク最高経営責任者（ＣＥＯ）は22日、５月から米政府関連業務を「大幅に」縮小すると述べた。 In response to this, the company's stock price rose sharply due to after-hours trading.

06:31 Mercado Pago announces offensive in Brazil and Anitta Ambassador

Market Pago, the financial institution of the market, launched a new campaign to attract customers in Brazil with a new product, new visual identity and a famous spokesman who used to work for Nubank.

05:59 Rubio will not attend Ukraine peace talks in London

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will not attend talks in London aimed at ending the war in Ukraine, State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce said on Tuesday, after earlier saying he planned to travel to London.

05:59 Dollar surges then steadies as Trump backs down on Fed attacks

The U.S. dollar rose sharply and then steadied on Wednesday as President Donald Trump backed away from threats of firing Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell in a relief to investors while optimism around trade deals lifted beaten down sentiment.

05:43 Elon Musk says his time working for Donald Trump will 'drop significantly'

Elon Musk has said he will spend less time working with Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) from next month - and he will focus more on Tesla

05:12 Pakistan’s minerals could help fix trade imbalance with US: Aurangzeb

Minister highlights FBR reforms, privatisation in talks with IMF, global creditors; briefs US official on economic recovery.

04:21 South Korea to seek speedy solution on auto tariffs in US trade talks

South Korea's Industry Minister Ahn Duk-geun said on Wednesday that Seoul will seek a speedy solution over auto tariffs in trade talks with U.S. counterparts and is also prepared for the prospect of Washington bringing up the issue of defence costs.

04:21 Oil rises 1% on Iran sanctions, drop in US crude stocks

Oil prices rose almost 1% in early trade on Wednesday, extending the prior day's gains as investors weighed a fresh round of sanctions on Iran, a drop in U.S. crude stocks and a softer tone from Donald Trump on the Federal Reserve.

04:21 Trump tariffs threaten to pile more pain on Thailand's rice sector

Thai farmer Daeng Donsingha was already worried for her family of nine when rice prices in the world's second-largest exporter of the staple crashed this year after India resumed exports.

04:03 Steve Hilton, former David Cameron adviser, to run for California governor

Ex-advertising executive, who hosted a Fox News show and has criticised Kamala Harris, will stand as a Republican

04:03 Trump news at a glance: president will be ‘very nice’ to China; Musk to step back from Doge

Donald Trump says tariffs on China will be dropped “substantially” as IMF warns of ‘major negative shock’ from tariffs – key US politics stories from 22 April

04:01 Besent would be willing to offer a line of credit to Argentina

The Secretary of the United States Treasury, Scott Besent, said the Trump administration would be willing to offer the Argentine government a specific credit line if a global crisis endangered the economic recovery led by President Javier Milei, according to three people with direct knowledge of his comments.

03:43 Focus: Hyundai Steel's $6 bln US investment draws investor ire, tests Seoul's tariff strategy

In late March, as investors kept hammering Hyundai Steel shares after the South Korean steelmaker announced a $6 billion investment in the U.S., the company organised a call with a dozen investors to calm nerves over the project that lacked detailed funding plans.

03:43 Pope Francis' body lies in state at St Peter's ahead of funeral

Pope Francis' body will be moved to St Peter's Basilica on Wednesday to allow Catholic faithful to pay their final respects ahead of a funeral expected to bring U.S. President Donald Trump and dozens of other world leaders to Rome.

03:43 US Justice Department reassigns about a dozen civil rights attorneys amid shakeup, say sources

The U.S. Justice Department is reassigning about a dozen senior career attorneys from its civil rights unit, four people familiar with the matter said on Tuesday, as President Donald Trump's administration steers the division away from its historic priorities.

03:43 Musk says Tesla's Optimus humanoid robots affected by China's export curbs on rare earths

Tesla CEO Elon Musk said on Tuesday that the production of its Optimus humanoid robots had been affected by China's export restrictions of rare earth magnets.

03:41 World Bank urged to reduce equity-to-loan ratio to free up funds for poor countries

Given big cuts in development aid by Europe and the United States, think tanks and other groups are urging the World Bank to reduce the equity-to-lending ratio of its main lending arm to free up billions in additional lending capacity.

03:41 Stocks, dollar rebound in Asia as Trump steps back

Stock markets were enjoying a much-needed relief rally in Asia on Wednesday after President Donald Trump said he had no plans to fire the head of the Federal Reserve, and hinted at lower tariffs for China.

03:41 Bessent sees de-escalation in US-China trade tensions, talks to be 'a slog'

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Tuesday that he believes there will be a de-escalation in U.S.-China trade tensions, but negotiations with Beijing have not yet started and would be a "slog," according to a person who heard his closed-door presentation to investors at a JP Morgan conference.

03:41 US court keeps Trump tariffs in force against group of small businesses

A U.S. federal court on Tuesday allowed President Donald Trump's tariffs against a group of small businesses to remain in force for now, saying the businesses had not shown they would immediately be harmed by new taxes on imports.

03:31 Three prosecutors in Eric Adams case quit, claiming they were being pressured to admit ‘regret and wrongdoing’

Three prosecutors in Eric Adams case quit, claiming they were being pressured to admit ‘regret and wrongdoing’ - Prosecutors join a litany of other prosecutors and people who have resigned in refusing to comply with the dismissal of Eric Adams’s bribery case

03:01 Duke University warns international students not to leave US even during summer break

Duke University warns international students not to leave US even during summer break - ‘We are advising members of the Duke international community to avoid international travel unless essential,’ read a Duke announcement Friday

03:01 EXCLUSIVE: Poll reveals if Canadians would rather be the '51st state' or rejoin the British

Canadians by a four-to-one margin would prefer rejoining the British Empire to becoming the 51st U.S. state, in the latest sign of national rejection of Donald Trump's pressure campaign.

01:50 Ovechkin thriving in spotlight as Capitals make winning start to playoffs

Alex Ovechkin, who recently surpassed Wayne Gretzky for the most goals in NHL history, has no desire to step out of the spotlight as evidenced by the inspired performance he delivered in the Washington Capitals' opening game of the Stanley Cup playoffs.

01:50 Planet with comet-like tail observed disintegrating near its star

Astronomers have spotted a small rocky planet that orbits perilously close to its host star disintegrating as its surface is vaporized by stellar heat, trailed by a comet-like tail of mineral dust up to about 5.6 million miles (9 million km) long.

01:50 Carney appeals for support in Quebec, promises protection from Trump

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney took his election campaign to Quebec on Tuesday, saying only he could protect the predominantly French-speaking province from U.S. President Donald Trump.

01:50 Four Czech troops to stand trial over 2018 death of Afghan soldier

Four Czech soldiers will face trial for alleged crimes related to the death of an Afghan soldier after he was detained and interrogated in 2018, Czech prosecutors said on Tuesday.

01:47 Trump says China tariffs will drop ‘substantially – but it won’t be zero’

US president says tariffs on imported goods will come down from 145% rate but insists ‘we’re doing fine with China’

01:33 US to phase out many synthetic food dyes, Kennedy and FDA head say

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and FDA Commissioner Marty Makary said on Tuesday that the agency plans to remove petroleum-based synthetic food dyes from the U.S. food supply by revoking authorizations of some and working with industry to voluntarily remove others.

01:33 Florida sues Snapchat owner for allegedly addicting children, deceiving parents

Florida sued Snap , the owner of photo-sharing app Snapchat, on Tuesday, accusing it of illegally employing features that addict children and opening accounts for children age 13 and younger.

01:33 Tesla CEO Elon Musk dreams big but often delivers late

Tesla CEO and billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk has a long history of making ambitious promises and often delivering late. Many of his biggest ideas are still in the works.

01:01 Nippon Steel's acquisition of US Steel is a serious risk, and union appeals to Treasury Secretary Bescent

In a letter to U.S. Treasury Secretary Bescent, the USW argued that the sale of US steel to Nippon Steel poses risks not only to security but also to the steel industry across the United States.

01:01 Boeing sells Jeppesen unit to Thoma Bravo for US $ 10.6 billion

Boeing Co. agreed to the sale of its air navigation unit and assets related to Thoma Bravo for US $ 10.6 billion in cash, the first large portfolio transaction under the direction of the executive director, Kelly Ortberg, in its attempt to underpin the finances of the manufacturer of airplanes.

00:59 "The Last of Us": Bella Ramsey questioned unrealistic physical expectations in Ellie's role

The British actress spoke about the challenge of interpreting the character from her own corporality

00:58 Trump says he has no plans to fire Fed chief Jerome Powell

President gives vote of confidence days after lashing out over central bank’s reluctance to cut interest rates

00:25 Florida faces anger over Musk DOGE cuts

Billionaire Elon Musk's drive to slash federal programs and the size of the federal workforce came under attack at a town hall meeting held by Representative Byron Donalds, as Republicans in the U.S. Congress find themselves increasingly having to defend President Donald Trump's agenda.

00:25 Trump: No plans to fire Fed Chair Powell, but wants lower rates

President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he has no plans to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, but said he wants interest rates to be lower, remarks that could defuse tensions over the central bank chief's future that have rattled investors.

00:25 Oil prices settle up nearly 2% on new Iran sanctions, equities rally

Oil prices settled more than $1 per barrel higher on Tuesday as new U.S. sanctions against Iran and rising equity markets helped spark a recovery rally from the prior session's steep selloff.

00:25 Trading Day: Stocks rebound, no new Powell-bashing or trade tirades from Trump

Making sense of the forces driving global markets

00:21 Veterans affairs agency orders staff to report each other for ‘anti-Christian bias’

New taskforce demands names in rooting out ‘policies, procedures … or understandings hostile to Christian views’

00:11 Trump has 'no intention of firing' Fed chair Jerome Powell

Despite tearing into the Fed chair for days, President Trump told reporters he has 'no intention' of firing Jerome Powell. He still made another appeal for Powell to cut interest rates.

23:56 Trump envoy heads to Moscow for more Ukraine peace talks with Putin

U.S. President Donald Trump's envoy, Steve Witkoff, will visit Moscow this week for a new round of talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin about the war in Ukraine, the White House said on Tuesday.

23:56 US judge blocks Trump's shutdown of government-funded news broadcasts

A federal judge ordered the Trump administration on Tuesday to halt efforts to shut down Voice of America, Radio Free Asia and Middle East Broadcasting Networks, whose news broadcasts are funded by the government to export U.S. values to the world.

23:51 Elliott wants BP to boost free cash flow to $20 billion by 2027, source says

Activist investor Elliott Management has urged BP to boost its free cash flow to $20 billion by 2027 from around $8 billion last year through significant spending cuts and cost reductions, a source familiar with the situation said on Tuesday.

23:51 Bank of America's shareholders OK executive compensations, elect directors

Bank of America shareholders voted on Tuesday to approve pay packages for CEO Brian Moynihan and the lender's top executives, and also elected its 14 directors on the board.

23:51 US, Japan move closer to outline of trade deal, source says

The United States and Japan are moving closer to an interim arrangement on trade, but many of the biggest issues are being put off, according to a person familiar with the matter.

23:51 IMF slashes global outlook as White House says trade talks pick up pace

Worldwide economic output will slow in the months ahead as U.S. President Donald Trump's steep tariffs on virtually all trading partners begin to bite, the International Monetary Fund said on Tuesday as global finance chiefs swarmed Washington seeking deals with Trump's team to lower the levies.

23:42 Capital One's first-quarter profit rises on higher interest income

Capital One Financial reported a rise in first-quarter profit on Tuesday, as the consumer lender was helped by a higher income from interest payments on its credit card debt.

23:42 Baker Hughes beats first-quarter profit on strong demand for natural gas technology

U.S. oilfield technology firm Baker Hughes beat Wall Street estimates for first-quarter profit on Tuesday, helped by robust demand for natural gas technology.

23:21 Karoline Leavitt warns 5 million student loan defaulters the Biden giveaway ends in days

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt on Tuesday warned that Joe Biden's 'illegal student loan bailout' program is ending and those in default must pay back their loans.

23:11 Mystery engulfs trendy NYC neighborhood as locals try to ID bozo who’s dousing pedestrians with unknown fluids, pelting them with eggs

An unsettling mystery is soaking up attention in trendy Williamsburg after several pedestrians were doused with unknown fluids and pelted with eggs as they walked by a notorious building.

23:09 Joe Lycett’s United States of Birmingham review – what a brilliantly daft road trip, bab!

The comic’s love for his home town leads him on this charming and wacky odyssey to find ‘his people’ across the pond. Brummies of the world unite!

23:02 Tesla profit slumps 39% as EV sales dry up and tariff worries loom

Weak product line-up and consumer backlash to Elon Musk’s increased involvement in US politics hit sales

22:57 Ukraine presses for ceasefire as Russia reported to offer concession

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Tuesday said he was prepared to negotiate with Russia "in any format" once a ceasefire takes hold while the Financial Times reported that Russian President Vladimir Putin has offered to halt Moscow's invasion at the current frontlines.

22:57 Barrick Gold sells Alaska mine stake to John Paulson, NovaGold for up to $1.1 billion

Canada's Barrick Gold said on Tuesday it will exit the Donlin gold Project in Alaska by selling its 50% stake to billionaire John Paulson and NovaGold Resources for up to $1.1 billion.

22:57 Google opts out of standalone prompt for third-party cookies

Alphabet's Google said on Tuesday it will not be rolling out a new standalone prompt for third-party cookies and will retain the tiny packets of code in its Chrome browser.

22:56 Abuse victims say they saw progress under Pope Francis, just not enough

When Pope Francis sat with his head in his hands and listened to accounts of clerical sexual abuse for an hour longer than scheduled during a trip to Dublin in 2018, many of those present were deeply moved.

22:56 Tesla's first-quarter auto margin beats estimates, but revenue misses

Tesla reported better-than-expected profitability for its auto business in the first quarter but revenue fell short of expectations as sales of its electric vehicles dropped.

22:55 US army to test enlisted men and women with same physical standards

Change to requirements to serve in combat roles expected to drastically cut number of women

22:55 Tesla sales drop as carmaker warns ‘political sentiment’ could impact future demand

Company sees 9% drop year over year as analysts conclude Elon Musk’s role in White House has caused branding crisis

22:48 Stock market skyrockets as White House hypes promising trade deals

The stock market is rallying as the White House talks up the potential for trade deals with over 100 countries that could settle escalating tariff wars.

22:48 Elizabeth Warren squirms defending Joe Biden's mental state

Democratic Sen. Elizabeth Warren was left squirming as a podcaster probed her about former President Joe Biden's mental decline.

22:45 Eric Adams unloads on NYC mayoral opponent Andrew Cuomo in fiery rant: ‘Why is he in my race?’

Mayor Eric Adams ripped former Gov. Andrew Cuomo Tuesday for “taking votes” from him — as he pushed back against the possibility that his independent run for reelection will help …

22:41 Mel Gibson, Sylvester Stallone and Jon Voight are Trump’s ambassadors to Hollywood. No one knows what they are doing

Mel Gibson, Sylvester Stallone and Jon Voight are Trump’s ambassadors to Hollywood. No one knows what they are doing - ‘I haven’t heard of anyone having any outreach from anyone from that group,’ L.A. Democratic representative says

22:40 Sarah Palin loses retrial of defamation case against New York Times

Jury finds newspaper not liable for allegedly defaming former Alaska governor in 2017 editorial about gun control

22:07 NATO panic as major European country plots action on Russia border

Germany is said to have spoken to companies to see if they could help move troops and equipment in the event of a Russian attack on NATO's eastern border.

22:05 Harvey Weinstein’s rape retrial to open with majority-female jury in New York

Process yielded seven-woman, five-man jury, more females than the group that convicted media mogul five years ago

21:54 Democratic state treasurers raise concerns over Musk's lack of focus on Tesla

Treasurers of seven U.S. states have raised concerns about Tesla CEO Elon Musk's lack of focus on the electric vehicle maker, given its significance in regional industries, innovation and employment.

21:54 Tesla shorts up $11.5 billion for the year with positioning bearish

Tesla short sellers are up an estimated $11.5 billion for the year-to-date and positioning is bearish going into the electric vehicle maker's quarterly results due after market close, according to the latest report from S3 Partners.

21:54 CBS News' '60 Minutes' producer Bill Owens to step down

Bill Owens, the long-time executive producer of CBS News' "60 Minutes", is stepping down due to concerns about editorial independence, according to an internal memo seen by Reuters on Tuesday.

21:53 Jury finds NY Times not liable in Sarah Palin defamation case  

A federal jury in Manhattan on Tuesday found the New York Times not liable for allegedly defaming Sarah Palin in a 2017 editorial about gun control, dealing the former Republican U.S. vice presidential candidate a second loss at trial.

21:53 US Treasury Secretary says situation with China is unsustainable, source says

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Tuesday said that the tariff standoff with China is unsustainable and that he expects the situation to de-escalate, a source familiar said.

21:53 Breakingviews - Crafty CEOs peek around tariff corners

There are many reasons to dump U.S. stocks, but even in bad markets there are good opportunities. In these trade-ravaged times, some companies have positioned themselves, relatively speaking, to ride out the turmoil, for a while at least.

21:41 Comment: Why are the local consumers soon save car manufacturers from China

China's car manufacturer demonstrate her innovative strength at the car show in Shanghai. Minimum prices for e-cars from China should protect the EU car industry. An error. The performance show of the automotive industry is no longer taking place in Detroit or Frankfurt, but in the Chinese economic metropolis of Shanghai. Gone are the time ...

21:30 US judge blocks Trump’s shutdown of government-funded radio broadcasts

A federal judge ordered President Trump’s administration to stop the shutdown of government-funded radio broadcasts of Voice of America, Voice of America, Radio Free Asia, and Middle East Bro…

21:25 Qatar Foreign Minister: We support diplomacy to solve problems between Iran and the US

TEHRAN- IRNA- Qatar's Foreign Minister Mohammad bin Abdul Rahman al-Thani, in an interview with his American counterpart Mark Rubio, reiterated Doha's full support for diplomatic approach and dialogue to resolve all solved issues between Iran and the United States.

21:01 Walmart, Target Executives Meet Trump As Tariff Fears Spread

President Donald Trump met with major retailers at the White House, as business executives seek relief from sweeping tariffs that have destabilized global supply chains and rattled US consumers.

20:52 Donald Trump Jr. rips into ex-Pete Hegseth staffer 'exiled' from MAGA

Donald Trump Jr. torched former Pentagon spokesman John Ullyot who warned that the department of defense is in 'chaos' in a Politico op-ed released Sunday.

20:51 Reeves flies to US to push Trump to sign trade agreement

Chancellor hopes to persuade Trump to cut tariffs on Britain’s exports

20:41 JD Vance warns of 'very dark time for all of humanity' in 21st Century after death of Pope Francis

Vice President JD Vance warned of a dark future for the world if large countries like India and the United States were unable to work together, just days after Pope France died in Rome.

20:33 In the White House announced the first foreign visits of Trump

Trump's first foreign visit will be his participation in the burial of Pope Francis at the end of this week.

20:28 Simone Biles unsure of competing at 2028 LA Olympics: ‘My body is aging’

Simone Biles says she is unsure whether she will compete at the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028 due to the demands her sport places on her body

20:28 The Guardian view on the IMF’s warning: Donald Trump could cost the world a trillion dollars | Editorial

Editorial: The US president’s economic agenda collides with fragile financial systems, triggering market fears, investor flight and developing nation chaos

19:59 Feds throw book at NYC Tren de Aragua — and ‘Anti-Tren’ splinter faction — by using mobster-fighting racketeering law for first time

The feds threw the book at 27 suspected members of Tren de Aragua — and its “Anti-Tren” splinter faction — who allegedly plotted murders, extortion and sex-trafficked young …

19:41 Vance says 21st century could be ‘dark time for humanity’ in speech in India

The US vice-president promoted a partnership between Delhi and Washington

19:38 Passenger recalls watching hero pilot land plane while being stabbed

A shaken expat has told how US veteran Akinyela Taylor launched a deranged stabbing spree on board a packed Caribbean passenger flight - after the pilot refused to fly him to Texas.

19:35 Gold climbs above $3,500 for first time as Wall Street rallies after slide

Dollar also recovers after Monday’s sell-off prompted by Trump’s attack on Federal Reserve chair caused alarm among investors

19:32 This ultimate global safe haven benefiting from the dollar’s downfall is up 11% this year

'Capital preservation is the name of the global investment game right now,' DataTrek's co-founder said.

19:26 Google declined OpenAI bid for partnership, exec testifies at trial

Alphabet's Google shot down a bid by OpenAI to use its search technology within ChatGPT, an OpenAI executive testified on Tuesday at Google's antitrust trial in Washington.

19:05 League's smallest city ready to make big impact as Green Bay hosts the draft

The smallest city in the NFL will host the league's biggest off-season event beginning on Thursday, as tens of thousands are expected to descend upon Wisconsin when Green Bay hosts the draft for the first time.

19:05 Trump administration proposes shake-up of US State Department

The Trump administration is proposing an overhaul of the U.S. State Department that would eliminate more than 100 offices including some working on war crimes and rights advocacy to ensure Washington's premier diplomatic agency is in line with President Donald Trump's "America First" priorities.

19:05 Pentagon says leak probe may lead to U.S. prosecutions

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned on Tuesday of possible prosecutions of former senior advisors who were fired during a probe into leaks of Pentagon information to the media, saying evidence would be handed over to the Department of Justice once the investigation is completed.

18:46 Not Gay Enough: LGBTQ+ Mob Rips HBO's 'The Last of Us' After Teen Lesbian Sex Scene Cut

LGBTQ+ activists are ripping the second season of HBO's hit video game adapted drama " The Last of Us" after news broke that a lesbian sex scene between two teenaged stars was cut.

18:44 Georgia university receives $500,000 grant to preserve Gullah Geechee heritage

GSU will establish the Gullah Geechee Sacred Land Project to research and protect the community and its culture

18:44 Even Trump must know that firing the chair of the Fed would be self-defeating

Jerome Powell is a soft target for the president amid economic instability. But getting rid of him would only invite more chaos

18:13 Mountainhead: first trailer for Jesse Armstrong’s topical Succession follow-up

Billionaires, played by Steve Carell and Ramy Youssef, meet amid an international crisis in HBO’s of-the-moment satire

18:04 New ambassadors present credentials to Herzog in personal ceremony

If there is one particular thing for which Herzog is well known, it’s the introduction of members of his family into many of his conversations with both local and foreign dignitaries.

18:03 Trump ally booed offstage during townhall for supporting DOGE

A Trump ally was viciously booed for supporting Elon Musk and DOGE during a recent town hall, a scene that has become familiar for Republican lawmakers.

17:52 IMF: US and world economic growth will slow down due to tariffs

 New York- IRNA- The IMF warns that US President Donald Trump's unpredictable tariff policy and US trade partners will probably be a heavy blow to world economies and slow economic growth.

17:44 Marco Rubio announces sweeping reorganisation of US state department

Secretary of state says shakeup of department will close a number of overseas missions and reduce staff

17:44 R&A ‘would love’ the Open to return to Donald Trump’s Turnberry course

The R&A would like to see Donald Trump’s Turnberry course return as host of the Open but will first need to assess the feasibility of the venue

17:44 Yes, I’m a half-Palestinian lesbian, but I dream of being a Republican congresswoman. Here’s my six-point plan | Arwa Mahdawi

Anything is possible with Trump ripping up all the rules – and I’m going to take full advantage, writes Guardian columnist Arwa Mahdawi

17:41 US Treasury Treasury plunges in April, not selling in Japan or China - State Street

US asset management company State Street Global Advisors said the sharp drop in U.S. Treasury bonds in early April (interest rates rose sharply) was not a selling point by Japanese and Chinese investors, which had widespread observations in some markets.

17:02 Boeing Sells Jeppesen Unit to Thoma Bravo for $10.6 Billion

Boeing Co. agreed to sell its flight navigation unit and related assets to Thoma Bravo for $10.6 billion in cash, the first major portfolio transaction under Chief Executive Officer Kelly Ortberg as he seeks to shore up the planemaker’s finances.

16:57 Wall St bounces back after selloff as investors focus on earnings

Wall Street's main indexes recovered some ground on Tuesday as investors focused on corporate earnings after President Donald Trump's mounting criticism of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell led to a sharp selloff in the previous session.

16:49 New Zealand must define women by their biological sex, deputy PM says

Winston Peters said events in New Zealand and internationally showed that 'the pendulum is swinging back towards common sense and proving us right'.

16:38 Hegseth blames ousted officials for leaks in latest Signal chat scandal

Trump’s defense chief vows to fight critics, insisting he was hired ‘to bring war fighting back to the Pentagon’

16:35 Former Israeli ministry official; In charge of Iran's desk at the US National Security Council

TEHRAN- IRNA- A former Israeli Ministry of War official is now responsible for the Israeli and Iranian table at the US National Security Council.

16:27 Al Gore compares Trump second term with Nazi Germany in scathing speech

Former VP said the administration was creating its ‘own preferred reality’ and slammed it for green energy U-turn

16:27 For Trump, the message is all. No surprise he’s targeting NPR and PBS | Margaret Sullivan

Trump’s anti-media diatribes are part of the authoritarian playbook. Congress must reject his planned cuts

16:27 IMF warns Trump tariffs are putting global financial system under strain

World body says ‘sharp repricing of risks’ possible amid growing concern over role of ‘nonbank’ lenders

16:21 Scott Peterson’s lawyers claim ‘substantial new evidence’ exonerates him

Scott Peterson’s lawyers claim ‘substantial new evidence’ exonerates him - Los Angeles Innocence Project has challenged ‘every aspect of the prosecution’s theory’ in an attempt to overturn Peterson’s conviction

16:01 Joel's death aroused dissatisfaction in the drama "The Last of Us": Abby's motive should not be released too early

The latest episode of the second season of "The Last of Us" has been officially launched. This episode restores the classic plot "The Death of Joel" in the original game "The Last of Us 2".

15:57 IMF cuts growth forecasts for most countries in wake of century-high US tariffs

The International Monetary Fund slashed its forecasts for growth in the United States, China and most countries, citing the impact of U.S. tariffs now at 100-year highs, and warning that further trade tensions would slow growth further.

15:54 Trump is seeking a new nuclear agreement with Iran .. Does it return to the 2015 agreement on new conditions?

Amid the escalation of regional and international tensions, American and Iranian negotiators are holding direct talks in the Sultanate of Oman and Rome, amid talk of a new nuclear agreement similar to the 2015 agreement.

15:49 Iranian FM dangles ‘trillion dollar’ opportunities for US companies in Iran in cancelled address

These statements were supposed to be delivered by the Iranian foreign minister as part of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace think tank’s 2025 Nuclear Policy Conference.

22/04 Spain unveils €11bn plan to reach long-delayed Nato defence spending target

Spanish PM says ‘industrial and technological plan’ will ensure country commits to spending 2% of GDP on defence

22/04 Tariffs to cause major shock but no recession, says IMF

Washington-based economic group warns growth will be lower than previously forecast

22/04 George Clooney: I don't care if Trump says I'm a "kamu actor"

The two-time Oscar-winning actor responded to the US President's earlier criticism that Clooney had never made an excellent movie.

22/04 UK economic growth downgraded in another humiliating blow for Rachel Reeves

The Chancellor is facing fresh humiliation over her disastrous handling of the economy

22/04 ‘Were they just voting on vibes?’: Oscars’ new compulsory viewing rule sparks backlash

The announcement that members must watch all films nominated in a category in order to vote for the winner, is met with disbelief that it wasn’t already the case

22/04 ‘I must say, mein Führer, I’m so thankful I came’: Larry David spoofs Bill Maher’s fawning White House visit with Trump

Essay describes a surprise invitation in 1939 to a previously vocal critic for dinner with the Nazi leader, where ‘suddenly he seemed so human’

22/04 IMF warns of ‘major negative shock’ from Trump’s tariffs

Lender cuts forecasts for every major economy, with UK expected to grow by 1.1% this year, down from 1.6%

22/04 Online gambling on the rise among high school students

A unique and quickly spreading social phenomenon is reaching high schools across the country. The latest fad: online poker. 

22/04 Many Canadian 'snowbirds' in US looking to pack up and fly north - for good

The number of Canadian "snowbirds" planning to sell their second homes in sunny Florida and Arizona has surged this spring, many of them put off by the sudden chill that has blanketed relations between their homeland and the U.S.

22/04 Morning Bid: 'Major loser' reporting for duty

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22/04 Donald Trump's tariffs raise question over future of UK F-35s

Donald Trump's failure to exempt defence equipment from his tariff regime is forcing a rethink of future F-35 orders, Government sources say

22/04 Kremlin: Putin willing to discuss Zelenskiy's call for halt to attacks on civilian infrastructure

Russia is ready to consider a proposal by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy for a halt to attacks by both sides on each other's civilian infrastructure, the Kremlin said on Tuesday.

22/04 Israel steps up Gaza strikes; polio vaccination halted by blockade

The Israeli military launched one of the biggest waves of strikes in Gaza for weeks, residents said, and health officials issued a new warning that healthcare faced total collapse from Israel's blockade of all supplies.

22/04 Vance seeks closer US-India ties, warns of 'dark time' otherwise

The United States is looking to sell more energy and defence equipment to India, Vice President JD Vance said on a visit to the country, adding that ties between the two countries will shape the century.

22/04 Job postings increase but tariffs could lead to sharp slowdown in growth, report finds

With EU leaders hoping to engage in dialogue with the US, there remains ‘cautious optimism’ that an agreement can be reached

22/04 Tariffs will raise prices. But the climate crisis is the real inflation risk | Mark Blyth and Nicolò Fraccaroli

As temperatures rise and countries back off their decarbonization efforts, we must confront a reality central banks can’t correct

22/04 Putin ready for direct talks with Ukraine, spokesperson says

Moscow turns down proposal to extend Easter ceasefire as Ukraine officials head to London to discuss US peace plan

22/04 Meghan finally addresses launch drama: ‘Word salad’

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22/04 Trump to give commencement speeches at two prominent schools amid nationwide pressure campaign on universities

Trump to give commencement speeches at two prominent schools amid nationwide pressure campaign on universities - Despite putting multiple colleges and universities under pressure since taking office, President Donald Trump has selected two schools to speak at next month

22/04 Japan sends more naval ships to China-linked base despite US concerns

Japan sends more naval ships to China-linked base despite US concerns - The two naval ships docked at a Cambodian base which was recently upgraded using Chinese funds

22/04 Swiss drugmaker Roche to invest $50bn in US in effort to dodge Trump tariffs

Company says it will create 12,000 jobs in manufacturing and R&D over next five years

22/04 George Clooney: ‘I don’t care’ if Trump calls me a ‘fake movie actor’

The double Oscar-winner was responding to the president’s criticism of his New York Times op-ed last summer urging Joe Biden to step down for re-election, saying it was his ‘civic duty’

22/04 Russia urges Donald Trump to remain President 'beyond 2028'

Russia's political commentariat has heaped praise on Donald Trump for his stance on Ukraine.

22/04 10-year Treasury yield slips on a lack of progress on global trade negotiations

Confidence among investors remained in the doldrums amid stalled global trade talks.

22/04 US Supreme Court to weigh objections to elementary school LGBT storybooks

The U.S. Supreme Court is set to consider on Tuesday a bid by Christian and Muslim parents in Maryland to keep their elementary school children out of certain classes when storybooks with LGBT characters are read in the latest case involving the intersection of religion and LGBT rights.

22/04 Pro baseball player Tarik El-Abour is everything RFK Jr says he can’t be

The US health and human services secretary dismissed autistic people in recent comments. It’s not hard to disprove his theories

22/04 Why a holiday in the US is out of the question | Zoe Williams

The US administration’s ‘reassuring’ words, after deporting two German teens, show the border authorities will have a problem with anyone who doesn’t echo their politics, writes Guardian columnist Zoe Williams

22/04 Don’t believe the doubters: protest still has power | Jan-Werner Müller

Demonstrations rarely lead to immediate policy change. But they are essential to building community and long-term resistance

22/04 ‘The Red Wedding times a million’ – The Last of Us’s most shocking moment was a masterpiece

It was the biggest open secret in TV history – but even though millions knew it was coming, that death still stunned beyond belief. Now, can it really achieve the impossible … and make us root for the killer?

22/04 Is the end of the war in sight? Trump announces: Russia-Ukraine peace plan will be announced within three days

Is the end of the war in sight? Trump announces: Russia-Ukraine peace plan will be announced within three days

22/04 How Trump moved swiftly to punish perceived foes in his first 100 days

Hours after swearing an oath to defend the U.S. Constitution on January 20, President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing his attorney general to scour the Justice Department and other agencies for evidence of political "weaponization."

22/04 Focus: Trump looking at cutting US drug prices to international levels, sources say

Drugmakers have been warned that the Trump Administration is considering linking U.S. medicine prices to lower amounts paid by other developed countries, according to two company sources who called the option the pharmaceutical industry's top concern.

22/04 Investors fear Trump's attacks on Powell will pile on pain

Investors are fearful of a deep hit to asset prices if U.S. President Donald Trump attempts to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, undermining confidence in the central bank's ability to fight inflation and act independently.

22/04 For US Catholics, Pope Francis' tenure defined by growing divisions

When Pope Francis visited the United States in 2015, cheering crowds of Catholics and non-Catholics turned out in New York, Washington and Philadelphia to greet him, lifting hopes that the U.S. church was about to enter a new, vibrant era.

22/04 When elephants raised the trunk in Amer, children were also left, see in the pictures, American sub -year in Jaipur?

Us Vice President JD Vance: US Vice President James David Vance arrived in Jaipur with his wife and children. He was given a grand welcome at the airport. He was taken to the red carpet and was greeted by the Rajasthani tradition. He went directly to the Rambagh Palace Hotel, where he attended the cultural program and rested at night.

22/04 Ben Shelton opens up on Trinity Rodman, privacy and what ‘annoyed’ her about their relationship reveal

Ben Shelton and Trinity Rodman were not on most people’s radar.

22/04 China says expects ‘in-depth’ talks during Iran FM visit

Around 92 per cent of Iranian oil heads towards China, according to Iranian media.

22/04 US Pushes Thailand to Fix Trade ‘Issues’ as Tariff Talks Delayed

Talks between the US and Thailand over Trump administration’s plans to impose a hefty 36% tariff has been postponed after Washington asked the Southeast Asian nation to address a set of “issues” related to trade, officials said.

22/04 Trans opponents of Supreme Court ruling accused of 'wishful thinking'

Commissioner for the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) Akua Reindorf argued the ruling gives a complex topic a 'model of clarity'.

22/04 US to impose tariffs of up to 3,521% on south-east Asia solar panels

Ahead of a global summit in London comes a warning that lessons on energy security have not been learnedBusiness live – latest updates

22/04 Dollar close to multi-year lows versus euro, Swiss Franc as Trump attacks the Fed

The dollar marked a fresh low against the yen and hovered around multi-year lows versus the euro and the Swiss franc on Tuesday as President Donald Trump's attacks on the Federal Reserve raised concerns about the central bank's independence.

22/04 Rachel Reeves in Washington for crisis economy talks - live updates

The Chancellor is to meet finance ministers in Washington as global economy crashes

22/04 Recession ‘absolutely’ will happen if Trump’s tariffs remain, top financial expert says

Recession ‘absolutely’ will happen if Trump’s tariffs remain, top financial expert says - ‘We will have bankruptcies of retailers of very significant magnitudes if this is allowed to continue,’ Torsten Slok says

22/04 Donald Trump says concerns over Pete Hegseth are a ‘waste of time’ – US politics live

US president backs defense secretary after reports Hegseth discussed military information on Signal for a second time

22/04 Lotteries, stashed teens and bidding wars: reimagining the NFL draft

The draft makes for brilliant television and maintains interest in the league even during the offseason. But it’s worth considering other options

22/04 Trump says that Hegseth 'doing a great job' at leading Pentagon following reports of leaks

The New York Times reported that Trump told Hegseth that he also had plenty of experience with 'leakers.'

22/04 Farren Polis: Trump loses Asia

TEHRAN - IRNA - In an article, the Trump administration's policy in the Asian government has promoted China and declined in the region.

22/04 Donald Trump faces mass revolt as US dollar plunges along with approval rating

New polls have shown that Donald Trump's approval ratings are sliding, with even Republicans fearing the US was losing credibility on the global stage.

22/04 Will Keir Starmer FINALLY break his silence on gender ruling today?

Keir Starmer is expected to face questions as he promotes the government's pilot scheme for free breakfast clubs.

22/04 Gold hits key $3,500 mark as Trump's attacks on Fed chief rattle traders

Gold prices soared to a record high, hitting the crucial $3,500 mark on Tuesday, as concerns over U.S. President Donald Trump's criticism of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell dampened risk sentiment and drove investors towards safe-haven bullion.

22/04 In Dubai's Gold Souk, bullion's record run brings little joy for jewellers

In the bustling Gold Souk in Dubai, dubbed the "City of Gold", 22-karat gold jewellery is a traditional favourite for weddings, religious celebrations, and as a family investment.

22/04 Japan sees little scope for grand deal on yen in talks with US

When Japanese Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato meets his U.S. counterpart Scott Bessent in Washington this week, the yen is shaping up to be a major topic of discussion, though sources say Tokyo will push back against any request to boost its currency.

22/04 Rachel Reeves jets to US to beg Donald Trump to end tariff chaos

The Chancellor will be attending the International Monetary Fund's spring meeting in Washington DC.

22/04 Gulf issuers plan more debt sales, undeterred by recent market turmoil, sources say

Gulf issuers, including Saudi Arabia's $925 billion sovereign wealth fund, are working on a round of bond offerings, according to sources, braving debt markets despite recent turmoil ignited by U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff policies.

22/04 Two papal deaths 20 years apart, one expected, the other a surprise

When Pope John Paul II died on the evening of April 2, 2005, the whole world knew it would be coming at any moment.

22/04 Breakingviews - Why a defence boss could boost Europe’s revival

How to spend 640 billion euros? That’s the amount that European governments, including Britain, would pour each year into their militaries if they make good on their stated intention to beef up defence spending to 3% of GDP. Finding the money is the immediate challenge, given weak growth and heavy debt loads in many countries. A longer-term task is making sure that all the extra investment follows

22/04 The theory and practice of Trump’s economic policy: podcast

The president’s tariffs have wreaked havoc in financial markets. Beneath the short-term turmoil, though, are more fundamental woes. In this episode of The Big View podcast, Edward Chancellor describes how the US became a bubble economy, and why deflating it is so dangerous.

22/04 Australian swimmers fume as Olympic doping farce exposed

Australia’s top swimmers have been left frustrated over the handling of a doping scandal involving 23 Chinese athletes who tested positive for the banned substance trimetazidine (TMZ) ahead of the Tokyo Olympics.

22/04 Donald Trump to decide if it's deal or no deal on US-UK trade

Chancellor Rachel Reeves arrives in Washington as talks on a US-UK trade deal hang in the balance.

22/04 Wife of disgraced senator Bob Menendez is found guilty of taking bribes and faces decades behind bars

Wife of disgraced senator Bob Menendez is found guilty of taking bribes and faces decades behind bars - Wife of the once-powerful senator was found guilty on all 15 charges related to the bribery scheme

22/04 Roche to invest $50 billion in United States over next five years

Roche on Tuesday said it will invest $50 billion in the United States over the next five years, in one of the biggest inward investment moves by companies dealing with President Donald Trump's tariffs policy.

22/04 Environmental lawyers get ready to pounce on Trump’s energy deregulation moves

U.S. environmental groups say they are hiring lawyers and preparing for a major legal showdown with President Donald Trump's administration over its rapid-fire and sweeping efforts to sidestep federal regulations on oil, gas and coal development.

22/04 Vietnam clamps down on fraud on US exports, document shows

Vietnam's trade ministry has issued a directive to crack down on illegal transhipment of goods to the United States and other trading partners as it tries to avoid steep U.S. tariffs, according to a document reviewed by Reuters.

22/04 Explainer: What's known about whether Trump can fire Powell from the Fed

President Donald Trump on Monday kept up his verbal assault on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell over the Fed's refusal for now to further cut interest rates, rattling financial markets growing ever more fearful that Trump may ultimately try to fire the U.S. central bank chief over the matter.

22/04 Over 100 US university presidents sign letter decrying Trump administration

Statement signed by Harvard, Princeton and Brown leaders denounces White House’s ‘undue government intrusion’

22/04 Morning Bid: Trying to contain US market contagion

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Wayne Cole.

22/04 Less is more for Raducanu ahead of return in Madrid

Emma Raducanu will return to action at this week's Madrid Open after a mid-season break and the former U.S. Open champion said she is benefiting from a more focused approach to the season.

22/04 US academic leaders unite against Trump's higher education policies

Over 100 university, college and scholarly society presidents published a joint statement on Tuesday opposing the Trump administration's treatment of higher education institutions, coming together to speak out after Harvard University said the administration was threatening its independence.

22/04 Nvidia blindsided by latest trade twist

Chipmaker had understood it might be exempt from new export controls after Mar-A-Lago meeting

22/04 Tariffs and your pension pot: Whatever you do, don’t look now

Market tumult will pass but the failure to start investing early in a pension could haunt you financially throughout your retirement

22/04 Salvadoran deported by mistake to room in another penitentiary center

Trump's government informed a federal judge that a Maryland man erroneously deported to his native country, El Salvador, was transferred more than a week ago outside the controversial MEGAPRISION CECOT where he had been held with other accused gang members.

22/04 Exclusive: LG, Samsung sue Indian government over electronic-waste pricing policy

South Korea's LG and Samsung have sued India's government to quash a policy which increases payouts to electronic-waste recyclers, court filings show, joining other major companies in contesting the country's environmental rules citing business impact.

22/04 Trump news at a glance: Harvard sues White House; president backs Hegseth in Signal scandal

Harvard president issues damning statement accusing Trump administration of harming health research – key US politics stories from 21 April

22/04 US dollar hits three-year low as stocks tumble after Trump rips fed chair Jerome Powell

US dollar hits three-year low as stocks tumble after Trump rips fed chair Jerome Powell - Global markets responded again to Trump’s latest beef, which this time is with America’s central bank