US stock market hits record high amid hopes for Strait of Hormuz reopening
The U.S. stock market reached a new all-time high on Tuesday as hopes for a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and strong corporate earnings fueled investor optimism.
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Trump says Iran will be ‘hit very hard’ if Hormuz Strait not open soon as oil prices fall
U.S. President Donald Trump warned on Tuesday that Iran will be 'hit very hard' if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed soon, according to the-star.co.ke. The Strait, a crucial global energy artery, has been at the center of ongoing U.S.-Iran tensions.
Charlotte FC faces key matches as soccer grows in the Carolinas
Robert Lewandowski scored his first two goals in Major League Soccer as Chicago Fire FC defeated Charlotte FC 2-1 in a home debut. Charlotte FC, which debuted in 2022, is now central to the soccer boom in the Carolinas, with a $1.3 billion stadium project aiming to sustain growth.
Oil prices fall on hopes Strait of Hormuz could reopen
Global oil prices fell on Tuesday as renewed diplomatic efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz raised market optimism, according to BBC and TradingView.
Apple Issues Challenge Against UK Data Access Order
Apple has issued a new legal challenge against a UK order requiring access to private user data. 'Opening a backdoor to all that information carries a wide range of risks to our personal data,' the company said. According to the BBC.
Petrol prices strain US households as oil giants Chevron, Exxon profits soar
US households face rising petrol prices while oil giants Chevron and Exxon report record profits, according to Al Jazeera and NBC 5 Dallas.
Andrew Garfield Reflects on Spider-Man Films and AI Drama ‘Artificial’
Andrew Garfield, known for his role as Peter Parker in 'The Amazing Spider-Man,' recently shared thoughts on the film's legacy and a new movie about OpenAI.
Ceuta Grapples with Aftermath of Border Surge as Migrants Leave
Most of the 60,000 North African migrants who entered Ceuta had been returned to Morocco by Sunday, according to officials, though the enclave continues to face challenges in the wake of the border surge.
Chaos at Ceuta Border as 50,000 Cross from Morocco
A surge of 50,000 people crossed into Ceuta from Morocco in recent days, creating chaos at the border. According to The Guardian, Spain’s prime minister described the influx as a violation of Spain’s territorial integrity.
Ceuta Residents Shut Down Far-Right Rally Amid Tensions
Residents in Spain’s North African enclave of Ceuta shut down a far-right anti-migrant rally, forcing organizers to cancel the event amid heightened tensions, according to Al Jazeera.
Why isn’t anyone challenging Infantino for FIFA’s top job?
Gianni Infantino has canceled his plan to sell a stake in the World Cup to private investors following global backlash, yet no rival has emerged for his re-election in 2023, according to Al Jazeera.
Trump Announces Cancellation of Iran Strikes, Cites Deal Progress
U.S. President Donald Trump announced he has canceled planned military strikes against Iran after being asked to 'hold off' by Tehran and other Middle Eastern countries, according to a Truth Social post.
Arab Americans eye historic Senate win for Abdul El-Sayed
Arab American activists in Michigan are rallying behind Abdul El-Sayed’s Senate bid despite attacks from pro-Israel groups like AIPAC. According to Al Jazeera.
Care for a dirty soda? How this drink trend became a US obsession
A customizable beverage trend known as 'dirty soda' has exploded in popularity across the U.S., particularly among Gen Z and younger millennials, according to Forbes and the New York Post.
India’s ‘Cockroach’ Protesters Have Wounds from Pellet-Gun Fire, Experts Say
Independent ballistic experts have told the BBC that injuries sustained by some Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) supporters during last week's protest in the Indian capital were caused by pellet guns.