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A nationwide flight ground stop in the United States has been attributed to a routine copper wire equipment upgrade, according to the transportation secretary's explanation of the disruption. Internationally, Israel has killed a Hamas commander in a strike on a Gaza camp, while Canada is mourning a fifth soldier who died from injuries sustained in a large military base fire. In other developments, the Pope has visited a remote Andes town to address community suffering, and Sotheby's $180 million Van Gogh auction is facing legal challenges over claims the artwork was sold under duress.
Milei Walks Back on Dollarization: ‘People Don’t Want It’
During a recent interview, President Javier Milei stated that the largest obstacle to dollarization in Argentina was that people did not want it.
Israel and Lebanon Set First Direct Talks in Washington as Trump Warns Iran Over Strait of Hormuz Tolls
The United States is hosting the first direct Israel-Lebanon negotiations in years next Tuesday in Washington as…
ECB Signals Support for Centralized EU Financial Supervision Plan
Europe’s push to unify its fragmented financial markets gained fresh momentum after the European Central Bank backed a…
Failed U.S.–Iran Talks Could Reignite War and Hit Global Markets
The U.S.–Iran talks in Islamabad are shaping up as the most important diplomatic test since the ceasefire began.
Betsson Shares Drop Nearly 20% as Q1 Profit Falls 47% on B2B Revenue Slide
Swedish online gambling giant Betsson AB saw its shares plunge as much as 20% on the Stockholm exchange on Wednesday…
Islamabad Summit: US and Iran Negotiate Hormuz Reopening
Negotiations between the United States and Iran are expected to take place in Islamabad, with talks potentially lasting…
US CPI comes in lower than expected, but April rate cut still unlikely
Although US inflation was weaker than expected in March, the ongoing war between the United States, Iran and Israel has…
White House warns staff as Iran bets add to growing insider trading concerns
Reuters reported that White House staff were warned against using confidential information after suspicious Iran-linked…
Australia’s Own Impact Analysis Undercuts Landmark Gambling Ad Crackdown as New Zealand Delays Similar Action
Australia’s own impact assessment projects its landmark gambling advertising restrictions will reduce national wagering…
Italy Eyes Gambling Sponsorship Return as Football Federation Links Ad Ban to Structural Decline
Italy’s outgoing football federation president, Gabriele Gravina, who resigned after the national team’s failure to…
Trump Warns Failed US-Iran Deal Would Be “Very Painful”
US-Iran deal hopes rose on Thursday. President Donald Trump said a peace agreement with Tehran was within reach.
Iran Strikes Saudi Pipeline and Israel Launches Airstrikes on Lebanon Hours After Ceasefire Deal
Iran struck Saudi Arabia’s East-West Pipeline after the U.S.-Pakistan-brokered ceasefire took effect, and Israel hit…
Telegram Abuse Scandal Sparks Debate on Privacy, EU Regulation, and Crypto Risks
Telegram faces renewed scrutiny after a European non-profit uncovered extensive abuse networks in Spain and Italy.
What Are the Odds of Federal Reserve Rate Cuts in June Amid US-Iran War and Ceasefire
The odds of Federal Reserve rate cuts in June are in flux after the recent US-Iran ceasefire.
US-Iran Ceasefire at Risk as Bitcoin Rallies on War Relief
US-Iran ceasefire efforts came under new strain on Thursday after Tehran rejected U.S.
Iran Limits Strait of Hormuz to 15 Ships Per Day Under US Ceasefire Deal
Iran has imposed a hard limit of 15 vessels per day through the Strait of Hormuz under the fragile ceasefire agreement…
CFTC Seeks Injunction, Restraining Order as Arizona Applies State Criminal Laws to Prediction Markets
Federal regulators move to block state interference in prediction markets, escalating a high-stakes legal clash over…
How Could the Iran–US War End? What Grok, Claude, Gemini, and ChatGPT Say
The 2026 Iran–US war has become one of the most important global events of the year.
US Military to Stay in the Military Region Until a Full Deal is Made: Trump
US President Donald Trump said American military forces will remain deployed in and around Iran until what he called a…
UK Betting Industry Warns Affordability Checks Will Push Punters to Black Market
A new poll commissioned by the Betting and Gaming Council has found that 65% of UK bettors would refuse to hand over…
Fed minutes open door to further rate cuts amid Iran war
Some officials cautiously eyed a year-end rate cut, but others warned that upward adjustments might be needed if…
Prediction Markets Put the US-Iran Ceasefire on a Short Clock
Traders on Polymarket and Kalshi are pricing in a fragile truce, with over $16.5 million wagered on when or whether…
UK’s £120 Million Gambling Levy Delivers First OHID Prevention Grants Amid Sector Turmoil
The United Kingdom’s new statutory gambling levy has begun distributing its first prevention grants through the Office…
US SEC taps new enforcement chief amid questions over predecessor's exit
David Woodcock steps into the role as US senators await answers to questions on the agency’s dropping lawsuits against…
AOC Slams Trump Over Iran War Chaos, Prediction Market Insider Trading Allegations After Ceasefire
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Thailand SEC Targets Financial Providers to Curb Illicit Funds
Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is cracking down on illegal money in the country’s capital and…
Iran is weighing crypto tolls for ships using Strait of Hormuz: Report
Empty tankers will reportedly be permitted to pass through the waterway under the US-Iran deal, but certain ships will…
IMF Raises Alarm Over Rising Public Debt
Global debt crosses a threshold reminiscent of the darkest hours in economic history.