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Slate Auto secures $650 million as EV launch nears this year

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 07:02:15 GMT

DETROIT, Michigan: Electric vehicle startup Slate Auto has secured US$650 million in fresh funding as it prepares to bring its first vehicles to market later this year, positioning itself as a low-cost alternative in a volatile EV landscape.

The Jeff Bezos-backed company said on April 13 that it raised capital in a Series C round, led by investment firm TWG Global.

Slate has pitched its electric pickup tr

Crude jumps nearly 7% as US plans Hormuz blockade

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 03:37:46 GMT

LONDON, U.K.: Oil prices surged above US$100 a barrel on Monday as escalating tensions between the United States and Iran, including plans for a naval blockade, heightened concerns over global supply disruptions.

Brent crude futures gained $6.52, or 6.9 percent, to $101.72 a barrel by 1306 GMT after settling 0.75 percent lower on Friday. U.S. West Texas Intermediate was up around $7, or 7.2 percent, at $103.55 a

U.S. stock markets shrug off breakdown in U.S.-Iran truce talks

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:07:43 GMT

NEW YORK, New York - U.S. stocks moved higher Monday despite the weekend's breakdown in talks in Pakistan which hoped to result in a deal to end the U.S.-Israeli hostilities against Iran. A lasting breakthrough was unlikely as there remain a number of sticking points. Pakistan, with support from Egypt and Turkey. is leading efforts to keep the parties engaged

"Investors are now back to the drawing bo

Trump’s $10 billion lawsuit against WSJ, Murdoch dismissed in Florida

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:09:46 GMT

WASHINGTON, D.C.: In a setback to President Donald Trump, a federal judge dismissed his US$10 billion defamation lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal and Rupert Murdoch on April 13 over a story on his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.

A U.S. judge in Florida, Darrin P. Gayles, said Trump did not show that the article was published with harmful intent. However, the judge allowed him to file a revised complaint

Energy shock from Iran war pushes nations to roll out support

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:07:59 GMT

LONDON, U.K.: Governments around the world are scrambling to contain rising energy costs and economic fallout from the Iran war, as finance leaders gather for high-stakes meetings at the International Monetary Fund this week.

Alarm over the impact of the conflict on global growth intensified on Sunday, with multiple countries announcing emergency support measures while others sought international assistance to c

Rising car costs push US buyers to loans, used vehicles

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:07:00 GMT

DETROIT, U.S.: The cost of owning a car in the United States is climbing to new highs, with rising vehicle prices, financing costs and insurance squeezing buyers and forcing many to rethink what they can afford.

After a few years of sharing a 2019 Chevrolet Trax, Dana Eble and Tyler Marcus are finally looking for a second car. But as they jump into the market, the young marrie

Rory McIlroy in historic back-to-back Masters victory

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 23:19:11 GMT

AUGUSTA, Ga. -- Jack Nicklaus, Nick Faldo, Tiger Woods and now Rory McIlroy.

The Northern Irishman emerged from a tight pack of contenders to win the 90th Masters Tournament on Sunday, joining the trio of golf icons as the only players in history to conquer Augusta National in back-to-back years.

McIlroy said earlier this week that winning one Masters would make it easier to win a second, and he dug deep

Air cargo crunch, ocean delays push firms to rethink routes

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 22:31:17 GMT

LOS ANGELES/MONTREAL: Global supply chains are being reshaped as companies search for alternative shipping routes to bypass disruptions in the Middle East, with soaring air freight costs and congested sea lanes forcing firms to rethink how goods move between Asia and Europe.

Shippers are increasingly experimenting with unconventional routes, including sending cargo through the

As it turns 100, Route 66 remains global icon for American road trips

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 19:35:03 GMT

ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico: Despite losing its status decades ago as one of the nation's main arteries, people from around the world still flock to Route 66 to take perhaps the quintessential American road trip.

Route 66 is a famous road about 2,400 miles long, running from Chicago, Illinois, to Santa Monica, California, passing through Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexi

Suspicious trades over Trump social media posts spark calls for investigation

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 11:14:44 GMT

NEW YORK CITY, New York: U.S. lawmakers are calling for investigations into prediction market platform Polymarket after a series of unusually well-timed bets on geopolitical events raised concerns about potential insider trading.

At least 50 newly created accounts placed large bets on a U.S.-Iran ceasefire just hours, and in some cases minutes, before President Donald Trump an

March CPI spikes 0.9% as fuel costs rise, rate cuts in doubt

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 11:03:27 GMT

WASHINGTON, D.C., U.S.: A sharp rise in fuel costs pushed U.S. inflation higher in March, complicating the Federal Reserve's path on interest rates and raising fresh concerns about pressure on household spending.

The Consumer Price Index jumped 0.9 percent last month, the Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics said on April 10, the largest increase since June 2022, when prices soared in response to the Ru

Melania Trump denies links to Epstein in White House statement

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 07:02:36 GMT

WASHINGTON, D.C.: In an extraordinary statement made from the podium at the White House on April 9, First Lady Melania Trump denied ties to Jeffrey Epstein and knowledge of his sex crimes.

Calling the stories "completely false," she said the accusations about her involvement with the convicted sex offender were "smears about me."

Melania Trump said she and her attorneys were fighting back against the unfo

Americans boost Spain property buys despite overall dip

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 07:00:05 GMT

MADRID, Spain: American buyers are emerging as a growing force in Spain's property market, with purchases rising even as overall foreign demand softened, driven by a mix of lifestyle appeal, currency strength, and political uncertainty back home.

Home purchases in Spain by U.S. citizens rose three percent last year, even as total foreign purchases dipped, according to data from Spain's Gene

Technology stocks jump ahead of weekend, broader market sags

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 20:16:21 GMT

NEW YORK, New York - U.S. stocks ended the session on a mixed note on Friday, with the Nasdaq Composite climbing while the Dow and S&P 500 finished lower, as investors weighed corporate earnings and interest-rate expectations.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 269.23 points, or 0.56 percent, to close at 47,916.57.

The

AI startups gain ground after Pentagon-Anthropic rift

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:15:12 GMT

WASHINGTON D.C: A rift between the Pentagon and its former top artificial intelligence provider, Anthropic, is rapidly reshaping the U.S. military's AI ecosystem, with smaller startups seeing a surge in demand, funding interest, and contract momentum.

In recent weeks, defense-focused AI firms say senior military officials and investors have approached them at a pace rarely seen before, as the U.S. Department of

ACRL: Israel’s Beirut 'massacre' broke ceasefire

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:15:31 GMT

The Arab-American Civil Rights League (ACRL) has issued a fiery condemnation of this week's Israeli airstrikes in Beirut, alleging that Israel committed a "blatant and deliberate violation" of a internationally-brokered ceasefire and calling the attack a "massacre" that demands immediate accountability from the United States government. In a statement released Thursday signed by Acting Executive Director Houda Berri-Harjl

Amazon expands GLP-1 access with Lilly pill, fast delivery

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:14:36 GMT

NEW YORK CITY, New York: Amazon is expanding its push into healthcare by offering a new weight-loss pill from Eli Lilly through in-clinic kiosks and same-day delivery, as competition intensifies in the fast-growing obesity drug market.

The company said its pharmacy unit will stock Lilly's newly approved pill at kiosks located in select primary care clinics and provide rapid delivery options to patients across th

Jasveen Sangha gets 15 years in jail in Matthew Perry death case

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 07:11:54 GMT

LOS ANGELES, California: Jasveen Sangha, better known as the woman who sold actor Matthew Perry the ketamine that killed him in 2023, was, on April 8, sentenced to 15 years in prison.

"You're going to have to show some epic resilience," federal judge Sherilyn Peace Garnett said to Sangha, echoing the defendant's words earlier in the hearing about her self-improvement.

The judge said Sangha played a key ro

Bondi won’t appear before House next week in Epstein probe

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 05:09:27 GMT

WASHINGTON, D.C.: Former Attorney General Pam Bondi will not appear for a scheduled deposition next week before a House committee investigating the government's handling of the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein.

Jessica Collins, a spokeswoman for the House Oversight Committee, said on April 8 that the Department of Justice hinted that Bondi would not appear for the deposition on April 14 as she is no longer att

Tesla eyes compact low-cost SUV, may build it in China

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 02:14:07 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO/SHANGHAI: Tesla is exploring a return to more affordable electric cars with a new compact SUV under development, according to four people familiar with the matter, in a move that could signal a shift in strategy after years of prioritizing autonomous technology.

The automaker has recently approached suppliers to discuss specifications and manufacturing processes for the proposed vehicle, which woul

U.S. stocks retain buoyancy, Nasdaq Composite gains 187 points

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 20:14:16 GMT

NEW YORK, New York - U.S. stock markets closed higher on Thursday as investor optimism grew over the survival of a truce negotiated by U.S. President Donald Trump with Iran. The three major indices posted solid gains.

MILAN/ROME: A new model of senior living is quietly reshaping how Italy cares for its aging population, as longer lifespans and changing family structures push more elderly people to seek independence outside traditional homes.

Known as "silver housing," these residential communities are emerging across the country as an alternative to both living alone and entering nursing ho

Punjab farmers celebrate Vaisakhi with enthusiasm, harvesting wheat

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:01:52 GMT

Amritsar (Punjab) [India], April 14 (ANI): Farmers at Kallair Balla village in Punjab's Amritsar celebrated Vaisakhi on Tuesday with great joy and enthusiasm. On this auspicious day, wheat was harvested by the farmers with sickles in the traditional way as they enjoyed the drum beats.

Before harvesting, Ardas was performed by them as a way to thank God for a good harvest of Rabi crops, especially wheat.

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US blockade on Iranian ports will only exacerbate tensions, undermine fragile ceasefire: China

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:01:27 GMT

Beijing [China], April 14 (ANI): China on Tuesday sharply criticised the United States over its recent military actions, warning that they could further destabilise an already fragile ceasefire in the West Asian region, as reported by Al Jazeera.

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said the US move to blockade vessels at the Strait of Hormuz would ' exacerbate tensions' rather than ease them.

"Coming days will show how effective US blockade of Hormuz is," says Foreign Affairs Expert Robinder Sachdev

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:00:48 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 14 (ANI): Robinder Sachdev, Foreign Affairs Expert on Tuesday said that the probability of further talks between the US and Iran is dismal.

Sachdev, in a conversation with ANI, said that it also remains to be seen how the US blockade of Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz turns out.

'Point is that it seems that getting back to a full scale bombardment war will not be easy for Tr

Update: China's Q1 foreign trade data consolidate "stabilizer" role in global economy

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:45:19 GMT

BEIJING, April 14 (Xinhua) -- China's foreign trade started 2026 with strong momentum, posting robust double-digit growth in the first quarter (Q1), a performance that underscores the economy's resilience and reinforces its role as a key stabilizer for the global economy amid widespread volatility.

According to data released Tuesday by the General Administration of Customs (GAC), the total value of goods imports

Update: U.S. blockade of Iranian ports dangerous, irresponsible: FM spokesperson

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:15:59 GMT

BEIJING, April 14 (Xinhua) -- The U.S. blockade is dangerous and irresponsible, Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Tuesday, responding to a query that the U.S. military has begun blocking shipping traffic in and out of Iran's ports.

China urges all parties to abide by the ceasefire arrangement, stay on course for dialogue and peace talks, and take practical actions to ease regional tensions

U.S. blockade of Iranian ports dangerous, irresponsible: FM spokesperson

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:45:30 GMT

BEIJING, April 14 (Xinhua) -- The U.S. blockade is dangerous and irresponsible, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Tuesday in response to a query that the U.S. military has begun blocking shipping traffic in and out of Iran's ports.

China urges all parties to abide by the ceasefire arrangement, stay on course for dialogue and peace talks, and take practical actions to ease regional tensions

Wider Europe Briefing: What Now For NATO

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:39:07 GMT

Welcome to Wider Europe, RFE/RL's newsletter focusing on the key issues concerning the European Union, NATO, and other institutions and their relationships with the Western Balkans and Europe's Eastern neighborhoods.

I'm RFE/RL Europe Editor Rikard Jozwiak, and this week I am drilling down on one issue: What will happen with NATO after a few tough weeks.

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"China's stance on tariffs is what any self-respecting sovereign state would say," says Foreign Affairs Expert Robinder Sachdev

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:33:38 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 14 (ANI): Robinder Sachdev, Foreign Expert, on Tuesday said that China's reaction to US President Donald Trump's 50% tariffs are what a self-respecting nation would do.

Sachdev, in a conversation with ANI, said that Trump is using the tariffs as his bargaining chip against China.

'The statement by China regarding the threats by Trump of a 50% tariff are I think what any self-respect

Iran demands reparations from 5 Arab states over alleged role in 'US-Israeli aggression': Iran Media

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:33:09 GMT

Tehran [Iran], April 14 (ANI): Iran has called for compensation from five Arab countries, accusing them of enabling 'US-Israeli aggression' by allowing their territories to be used for attacks against the country, the Iranian state media, Press TV, reported.

In a letter addressed to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and Security Council President Jamal Fares Alrowaiei, Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Represe

"RSS-BJP ideology trying to destroy Constitution": Rahul Gandhi in West Bengal

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:32:35 GMT

Raiganj (West Bengal) [India], April 14 (ANI): Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday paid a floral tribute to Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar at an election rally in West Bengal's Raiganj on his 135th birth anniversary, and accused the BJP and the RSS of attempting to 'destroy the Constitution.'

Addressing the rally, Rahul Gandhi alleged that the BJP and the RSS attack the Constitut

#CHINA-ECONOMY-FOREIGN TRADE-GROWTH (CN)

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:16:42 GMT

(260414) -- BEIJING, April 14, 2026 (Xinhua) -- A drone photo taken on April 14, 2026 shows vehicles to be exported at Yantai Port in east China's Shandong Province. China's foreign trade grew 15 percent year on year in the first quarter (Q1) of 2026, data from the General Administration of Customs showed on Tuesday.

The total value of goods imports and exports reached 11.84 trillion yuan (about 1.73 trillion U.

US Premier League set for grand return with season 4 in Florida

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:00:57 GMT

Lauderhill [US], April 14(ANI): The much-anticipated United States Premier League (USPL) season 4 is all set to make a powerful comeback, scheduled to be held from November 20 to December 5 at the iconic Broward County Stadium in Florida.

With all regulatory approvals in place, including support from the International Cricket Council (ICC), the league enters its most ambitious edition yet. League plans to add two

BJD MP Sasmit Patra flags China's 'warning shot', raises concerns over Strait of Hormuz tensions

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:59:36 GMT

New Delhi, [India] April 14, (ANI): While speaking on the ongoing West Asia conflict, BJD MP Sasmit Patra expressed concern over developments in the Strait of Hormuz, particularly regarding China allegedly firing a warning shot at the United States. He said the blockade is very serious as it has opened a new front in the conflict.

Explaining further, he said that if China has begun asserting and posturing its pos

China's manufacturing sector remains resilient in volatile world

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:15:48 GMT

BEIJING, April 14 (Xinhua) -- In late March, the relatively unknown Chinese motorcycle maker ZXMOTO clinched back-to-back titles in the World Supersport category at the Portuguese round of the Superbike World Championship, breaking a decades-long monopoly held by established global brands.

Hailed by international media as a testament to China's manufacturing strength and comprehensive local supply chain, the vict

World Insights: Europe seeks Hormuz security, stops short of U.S. blockade line

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:15:23 GMT

Since the start of the war, European governments have broadly called for freedom and safety of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz while resisting pressure to endorse the U.S. proposal to seal it off.

LONDON, April 14 (Xinhua) -- Britain and France said Monday that they will co-host a meeting this week on maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz, as European concern grows over the waterway's clos

Iran, Oman foreign ministers discuss ceasefire, regional talks: Iran media

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:01:27 GMT

Tehran [Iran], April 14 (ANI): Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Tuesday held a phone call with Oman's Foreign Minister Badr bin Hamad Albusaidi to discuss the latest developments regarding the ongoing 'ceasefire and negotiations' between Iran and the US, according to the Iranian media outlet, Mehr news agency.

According to Mehr, Araghchi underscored Tehran's position on regional stability. The news agen

US-sanctioned tankers continue passage through Hormuz Strait despite US blockade

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:00:52 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 14 (ANI): A Malawi-flagged, Chinese-owned vessel has reportedly, on Tuesday (local time), passed through the Strait of Hormuz despite an ongoing US blockade targeting Iranian-linked shipping, according to MarineTraffic data cited by CNN.

The vessel, identified as Rich Starry, is owned by Full Star Shipping Ltd, linked to Shanghai Xuanrun Shipping Co Ltd, and has been under US sanctions

"Indians are kind, honest; leaders of both nations have had successful talks," says Representative of Iran's Supreme Leader in India

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:00:28 GMT

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) [India], April 14 (ANI): Abdul Majid Hakeem Ilahi, Representative of Iran's Supreme Leader in India, lauded India for its support.

Ilahi, held a conversation with ANI on the sidelines of Yad-E-Shohada Programme organised at Imambara Jawahar Ali Khan with the participation from the Shia Community.

He said, 'I'm very thankful to all my dear brothers and sisters in India. I am affected

"US doesn't want negotiation, they want to force their will," says Representative of Iran's Supreme Leader in India

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:00:03 GMT

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) [India], April 14 (ANI): Abdul Majid Hakeem Ilahi, Representative of Iran's Supreme Leader in India, said that Iran has always been doubtful about the US' intention towards negotiation.

Ilahi, held a conversation with ANI on the sidelines of the Yad-E-Shohada Programme organised at Imambara Jawahar Ali Khan with the participation from the Shia Community.

'I don't know what they want

China puts forth four-point proposal for lasting peace in Middle East

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 07:59:53 GMT

Beijing [ China], April 14 (ANI): Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday put forth a four-point proposal on promoting peace and stability in the Middle East, as reported by Xinhua.

The proposal, as per Xinhua, includes adherence to the principle of peaceful coexistence, national sovereignty, international rule of law, and the coordination of development and security.

Xi talked about the proposal in a meeti

Sharks outlast Predators in Western Conference matchup

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 06:40:25 GMT

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Macklin Celebrini scored two goals and the visiting San Jose Sharks held on for a 3-2 win against the Nashville Predators on Monday night.

Igor Chernyshov had a goal and an assist for the Sharks (38-34-8, 84 points), who have two games remaining and kept their slim Stanley Cup playoff hopes alive. Alex Nedeljkovic made 25 saves.

Luke Evangelista scored two goa

MLB roundup: Orioles storm back from 6-run deficit to beat Diamondbacks

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 06:19:11 GMT

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Pete Alonso hit a go-ahead two-run home run in the seventh inning, Jeremiah Jackson smacked two homers and drove in five runs and the Baltimore Orioles rallied from a six-run deficit to stun the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks 9-7 on Monday in the series opener.

The Orioles trailed 7-1 going to the bottom of the sixth inning, when Leody Taveras' RBI single and Jacks

Iran Consulate in Mumbai responds to Trump's threats with Shah Rukh Khan's dialogue

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 06:00:24 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 14 (ANI): Consulate General of Iran in Mumbai on Tuesday quoted a famous dialogue by Actor Shah Rukh Khan 'Abhi toh sirf trailer hai, picture abhi baaki hai' (meaning that only a glimpse has been shown, the real fight or the story is yet to come out).

The Consulate said that US President Donald Trump claimed that Iran's Navy was finished, but the fast missile boats are warming

"Iran willing to engage in economic terrorism," says JD Vance as US blocks Hormuz

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 05:59:46 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 14 (ANI): US Vice President JD Vance in an interview with Fox News said on Monday (local time) that Iran was willing to engage in economic terrorism around the world.

Vance said he seconds US President Donald Trump and said Iran cannot have nuclear weapon.

'I 100% agree with US President Donald Trump on the fact that Iran can't have a nuclear weapon... If they're willing to engage

Indian markets closed; Asian peers rise as oil eases, US-Iran hopes lift sentiment

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 05:59:26 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 14 (ANI): Indian equity markets remained shut on Tuesday on account of Ambedkar Jayanti, even as global cues turned supportive with Asian peers opening higher amid easing oil prices and renewed hopes of a potential US-Iran deal.

Market sentiment globally improved after signals from U.S. Vice President JD Vance suggested that diplomatic engagement between Washington and Tehran remains poss

Preliminary meet to pause military activity, if not ceasefire: Lebanon minister ahead of talks with Israel

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 05:32:45 GMT

Beirut [Lebanon], April 14 (ANI): Lebanon's Culture Minister Ghassan Salame has said that the upcoming talks between Israeli and Lebanese ambassadors in Washington, DC, are intended as a 'preliminary meeting' aimed at stopping Israeli attacks on Lebanese territory, according to Al Jazeera.

Speaking to Al Jazeera, Salame on Tuesday highlighted that the upcoming engagement is a 'preparatory meeting on ambassador l

Golden Knights snag division edge with victory over Jets

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 05:19:12 GMT

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Jack Eichel scored a goal and had three assists and Mark Stone added a goal and two assists as the Vegas Golden Knights moved a step closer toward a Pacific Division title with a 6-2 victory over the Winnipeg Jets on Monday in Las Vegas.

It was the fourth four-point game of the season for Eichel.

Ivan Barbashev and Rasmus Andersson each had a goal and a

Justin Wrobleski, Dodgers shut out slumping Mets

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 05:05:04 GMT

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Justin Wrobleski pitched eight scoreless innings and Andy Pages hit a three-run homer as the Los Angeles Dodgers opened a three-game home series with a 4-0 victory over the New York Mets on Monday.

Wrobleski (2-0) did not allow a hit until Jorge Polanco singled to right field with one out in the fifth. The left-hander gave up two hits with no walks and two stri

UN Secretary-General Says 'No Military Solution' To Iran War

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 05:05:00 GMT

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Israeli Strikes On Iran Oil Depots May Amount To War Crimes, Says Rights Group

Human Rights Watch (HRW) says Israeli air strikes on oil depots around Tehran in March may have caused serious long-term harm to civilians and could constitute war crimes.

In areportpublished on April 13, the organization said attacks on infrastructure that is primarily civilian in nature and causes

Vance Says Ball In Tehran's Court After 'Progress' In Islamabad

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 05:05:00 GMT

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Length Of Uranium Enrichment Ban Reportedly A Major Stumbling Block In US-Iran Talks

The length of a ban on the enrichment of uranium was a key obstacle to reaching a deal in US-Iran peace talks last weekend in Islamabad, according to reports in the Wall Street Journal and the New York Times.

The outlets, citing US officials close to the negotiations, said Washington was seekin

UN Secretary-General Guterres Says 'No Military Solution' To Iran War

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 05:05:00 GMT

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Israeli Strikes On Iran Oil Depots May Amount To War Crimes, Says Rights Group

Human Rights Watch (HRW) says Israeli air strikes on oil depots around Tehran in March may have caused serious long-term harm to civilians and could constitute war crimes.

In areportpublished on April 13, the organization said attacks on infrastructure that is primarily civilian in nature and causes

IEA Report Says Iran War Causing Worst Oil Shock Ever

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 05:05:00 GMT

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IEA Report Says Iran War Causing Worst Oil Shock Ever

The International Energy Agency says global oil demand will shrink more than at any time since the COVID-19 pandemic amid the most severe supply shock in history owing to the Iran war.

The IEAs annual monthly oil market report was released on April 14, the first full day of a US naval blockade of Iran th

UN Secretary-General Says 'No Military Solution' To Iran War

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 05:05:00 GMT

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UN Secretary-General Says 'No Military Solution' To Iran War

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called for continued diplomacy to resolve the conflict in the Middle East, stressing that a negotiated solution is the only viable path forward.

In a post on X on April 14, Guterres said "after weeks of destruction & dist

China-Taiwan relations - Detente or sellout?

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 05:00:54 GMT

Hong Kong, April 14 (ANI): Beijing is pressurising Taiwan in every way imaginable. Its latest achievement was hosting Cheng Li-wun, the chairwoman of Taiwan's Kuomintang (KMT) opposition party, from 7-12 April 2026. Optics were good for China, as the country was seen pursuing diplomatic avenues to engage with Taiwan. However, Cheng's actions portend problems for both Taiwan and the USA.

In the first meeting betwe

Trump tips DoorDash delivery agent USD 100, post 'no tax on tips policy'

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 05:00:23 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 14 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Monday received a DoorDash order from Sharon Simmons, where she talked about Trump's 'no tax on tips policy' and how it benefited her.

In a light-hearted moment, a reporter asked Simmons if the White House was a good tipper. To which, Trump immediately fished out a USD 100 note, and Simmons looked impressed!

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Quinton Byfield nets pair as Kings beat Kraken to clinch playoff berth

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 04:55:16 GMT

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Quinton Byfield tallied twice as the Los Angeles Kings clinched a Western Conference playoff berth with a 5-3 victory against the host Seattle Kraken on Monday night.

Trevor Moore and Alexis Laferriere each had a goal and an assist, Adrian Kempe also scored and goaltender Anton Forsberg made 28 saves for the Kings (35-26-19, 89 points), who have won a season-hig

Russian FM Sergey Lavrov arrives in China for talks amidst West Asia tensions

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 04:32:46 GMT

Beijing [China], April 14 (ANI): Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Tuesday arrived in China on an official visit.

Russian Foreign Ministry said that Lavrov will be in China from April 14-15.

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The Russian Foreign Ministry announced on Monday in a post on X, 'On April 14

Iran calls US naval blockade 'gross violation' of sovereignty, urges UN action

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 04:32:21 GMT

Tehran [Iran], April 14 (ANI): Iran's Ambassador to the United Nations (UN) Amir Saeid Iravani has strongly condemned the United Nations over a naval blockade on Iranian ports, calling it a ' gross violation' of Iran's sovereignty and territorial integrity, according to Iranian state media Press TV.

In a letter sent Monday to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and the President of the UN Security Council, Ira

Interview: U.S. influence in Latin America raises sovereignty concerns, analyst says

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 04:15:27 GMT

"The United States no longer feels capable of managing the entire planet and is instead delimiting what geopolitics defines as its 'vital space,'" Decio Machado said.

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QUITO, April 13 (Xinhua) -- Sociologist and international political analyst Decio Machado has warned of a shift in U.S. policy toward Latin America, marked by growing political, economic and military inter

US, Indonesia announce major Defence Cooperation partnership

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 04:00:12 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 14 (ANI): Secretary of War Pete Hegseth on Monday (local time) welcomed Indonesia's Defence Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin to the Pentagon, where the two sides announced the launch of a major Defence Cooperation partnership aimed at strengthening bilateral military ties, according to an article published by the US Department of War on its official X handle.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 01:31:01 GMT

Tehran [Iran], April 14 (ANI): Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf on Tuesday praised Pope Leo XIV for his strong remarks against war and violence, hailing the pontiff's message as a moral stand against the killing of innocents and describing his slogan, 'I have no fear,' as an inspiration for those opposing alleged war crimes by Israel and the United States.

In a post on X, Qalibaf wrote, 'Honourin

Trump says he won't apologise to Pope Leo XIV, calls first American Pontiff 'very weak on crime'

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 01:30:56 GMT

Washington, DC [US], April 14 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Monday refused to apologise to Pope Leo XIV, the first American-born pontiff, following his public criticism of the Pope's stance on Iran and domestic issues.

Trump described Pope Leo's positions as 'wrong' and suggested that the pontiff would be 'unhappy with the result' of his administration's policies, further intensifying political and diplomat

Trump hits out at US media outlet, asks when will they "apologise for lies, actions against me"

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 01:30:50 GMT

Washington, DC [US], April 14 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Tuesday launched a fresh attack on The New York Times, accusing the US media outlet of publishing false narratives on Iran and calling its coverage 'fake news,' while demanding an apology for what he termed misleading reporting against him and the country.

In a post on his social media platform X, Trump alleged that despite media portrayals, Iran h

'National resistance' shattered enemy dream of Iran's collapse: Pezeshkian

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 01:30:44 GMT

Tehran [Iran], April 14 (ANI): In a rare statement amid the escalating conflict, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Monday (local time) said that the country's 'national resistance' has thwarted foreign attempts to force Iran's collapse, highlighting what he described as the nation's steadfastness during the ongoing regional tensions, Iranian State Media Press TV reported.

Pezeshkian asserted that the 'enemie

"Ceasefire must absolutely be preserved": UN Secretary General Guterres urges dialogue to resolve West Asia conflict

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 01:30:39 GMT

New York [US], April 14 (ANI): United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Tuesday stressed that there is no military solution to the ongoing conflict in West Asia and called for the immediate resumption of talks to achieve a lasting agreement.

In a post on X, Guterres wrote, 'After weeks of destruction & distress, it is clear that there is no military solution to the current conflict in the Middle E

Long-time NFL coach Dave McGinnis dies at 74

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 01:19:09 GMT

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Dave McGinnis, who spent 30 years as an NFL head and assistant coach, died on Monday due to a prolonged illness, the Tennessee Titans announced.

The Athletic reported that the colorful McGinnis, 74, died of renal failure.

'My heart aches with the loss of Coach Mac, who was so much more than a coach and broadcaster -- he was family,' Titans controlling owner Amy A

SOUTH AFRICA-CAPE TOWN-FM-G20

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 01:15:18 GMT

(260414) -- CAPE TOWN, April 14, 2026 (Xinhua) -- South African Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana (C, front) arrives at the parliament to deliver the 2026 Budget Speech in Cape Town, South Africa, Feb. 25, 2026. Godongwana has not been accredited by the United States to attend the upcoming Group of Twenty (G20) finance chiefs meeting, local media reported on Monday.

TO GO WITH "South African finance minister not

US Navy maintains 15-ship presence in Middle East region, may participate Iran blockade

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:30:34 GMT

Washington [US], April 14 (ANI): The United States Navy currently maintains a presence of at least 15 ships in the Middle East region, including the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln and 11 destroyers, which could potentially take part in a maritime blockade of Iran's ports, according to a US official, following orders from President Donald Trump, CNN reported.

However, it remains unclear which specific vessel

Yankees' Gerrit Cole, Carlos Rodon close to rehab assignments

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:25:19 GMT

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New York Yankees starting pitchers Gerrit Cole and Carlos Rodon may go out on rehabilitation assignments in the next week, manager Aaron Boone told reporters before Monday's home game against the Los Angeles Angels.

The right-handed staff ace Cole underwent Tommy John surgery 13 months ago. He did throw in two spring training games, but the team decelerated his b

5-star guard Dylan Mingo pulls out of commitment to UNC

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:25:13 GMT

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Five-star recruit Dylan Mingo, the No. 8 overall prospect in the class of 2027 per 247Sports, committed to North Carolina in February, but he decided on Monday to decommit and reopen his recruitment.

Mingo, a 6-foot-5 combo guard out of Long Island Lutheran (N.Y.), did not sign a letter of intent with North Carolina, which

Blazers out to end playoff drought, face Suns in play-in round

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 23:55:05 GMT

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Phoenix coach Jordan Ott is confident regarding the host Suns' mindset entering their play-in tournament game against the visiting Portland Trail Blazers on Tuesday.

'We'll be juiced and ready to rock,' Ott said as the Suns look to return to the postseason after missing out last year.

Trail Blazers interim coach Tiago Splitter's advice to his players comes fr

Wings select UConn star Azzi Fudd No. 1 overall in WNBA draft

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 23:40:20 GMT

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UConn guard Azzi Fudd was chosen by the Dallas Wings with the No. 1 overall pick of the WNBA draft on Monday night in New York.

Fudd is the seventh UConn player to be selected first in the draft. One of the others is Paige Bueckers, who went No. 1 to Dallas last year. Fudd and Bueckers are in a relationship and played together for four seasons with the Huskies.

Where will Magyar take Hungary

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 23:36:37 GMT

Despite all the drama, Viktor Orbans successor is still a conservative and will carry many of his promises forward into a new era

In politics, as in physics, every action has an equal and opposite reaction. Viktor Orban spent 16 years building a 'Hungarian fortress' - a state protected from migrants, liberal values, and the dictates of Brussels. But the irony of history is that the siege did not

Giants looking for offense to turn around in visit to Reds

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 22:55:13 GMT

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One team struggling on the road encounters one that has fared poorly at home when the San Francisco Giants visit the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday night to tip off a three-game series.

The Giants have lost three of their last four on the road and the Reds four of their last five at home as the clubs prepare to go head-to-head for the first time this season.

White Sox prospect Noah Schultz set for MLB debut vs. Rays

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 22:40:23 GMT

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Fresh off their first three-game sweep of the New York Yankees in five years, the Tampa Bay Rays will look to reverse recent struggles against the host Chicago White Sox in the opener of a three-game set on Tuesday.

Chicago has gone 4-2 against Tampa Bay in each of the past two seasons after the Rays ran away with the 2023 season series 6-1.

Tuesday's pitching

US considers another round of in-person talks with Iran as ceasefire deadline looms

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 22:30:25 GMT

Washington [US], April 14 (ANI): US officials are deliberating the possibility of convening another in-person meeting with Iranian officials before the ceasefire between Washington and Tehran expires, although a final decision has not yet been taken, CNN reported.

The officials are reviewing potential dates and locations, contingent on the progress of ongoing talks with Iran and regional mediators in the coming d

Indiana lands Notre Dame's Markus Burton among 3 transfers

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 22:19:03 GMT

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Indiana picked up three commitments from the transfer portal on Monday, one of whom doesn't have to leave the state to enroll at his new school.

Notre Dame guard Markus Burton, Duke forward Darren Harris and Georgia Tech guard Jaeden Mustaf each announced they are joining the Hoosiers.

Burton has been a productive sc

Report: Miami extends coordinators Shannon Dawson, Corey Hetherman

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 21:19:07 GMT

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Miami has agreed to multi-year extensions with offensive coordinator Shannon Dawson and defensive coordinator Corey Hetherman after its run to the national title game last season, according to a report by ESPN.

Terms of the contract extensions, in years and salaries, were not reported.

Dawson arrived at Miami ahead of the 2023 season, immediately improving the

Report: Luka Doncic to return to L.A. Friday; game status unknown

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:55:05 GMT

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Lakers star Luka Doncic is expected to return to Los Angeles on Friday after receiving specialized treatment for his Grade 2 left hamstring strain in Europe, ESPN reported Monday, though when he will return to game action remains unknown.

The 27-year-old reportedly spent a week in Spain receiving multiple injections for the injury sustained in a 139-96 loss to the O

Hornets happy to be home for play-in clash with Heat

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:40:29 GMT

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In order to reach the playoffs for the first time since 2016, the No. 9 seed Charlotte Hornets will need to win a pair of games this week in the Eastern Conference play-in tournament.

The first of those games is set for Tuesday when they host the No. 10 seed Miami Heat in an elimination game.

The Hornets (44-38) finished with their largest single-season win tota

Trump says he hasn't spoken with China's leader but that Xi wants war to end

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:04:19 GMT

Washington, DC [US], April 14 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Monday said that he has not spoken with Chinese President Xi Jinping, while reiterating that the United States shares a 'very good relationship' with China and noting that Xi wants the ongoing West Asia conflict to end.

Speaking to reporters at the White House, the President said, 'We have a very good relationship with China.'

'Xi would like

Orioles RHP Dean Kremer returns to face D-backs

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:55:13 GMT

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The Baltimore Orioles recalled right-hander Dean Kremer to start Monday's series opener at home against the Arizona Diamondbacks, while left-hander Cade Povich was optioned to Triple-A Norfolk.

Kremer, 30, has been a regular starter for the Orioles since 2022 but opened the current season at Norfolk after he was optioned at the end of spring training. He had a

Iran's IRGC says to use new capabilities if conflict continues

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:45:36 GMT

TEHRAN, April 13 (Xinhua) -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has vowed to use new military capabilities if the war with the United States and Israel continues, the semi-official Fars news agency reported Monday.

"We have not yet used our capabilities, and if the war continues, we will unveil capabilities that the enemy has no idea about," IRGC spokesperson Hossein Mohebbi said.

Meanwhile, Iran

Hezbollah leader rejects Israel talks, vows continued resistance

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:45:23 GMT

BEIRUT, April 13 (Xinhua) -- Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem declared Monday that the militant group rejects direct talks with Israel and will continue its "resistance" as ambassadors from Lebanon and Israel prepared for talks in Washington.

"We will stay on the battlefield until our last breath," Qassem said in a televised speech on al-Manar TV.

Qassem said the "U.S.-backed Israeli aggression" was against Leb