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Death Toll Mounts: Gaza Airstrikes Claim 32 Lives, Overwhelmingly Civilians
Israeli strikes in the Gaza Strip have killed at least 32 people, including women and children, according to local health officials. The strikes come as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meets with President Donald Trump to discuss the war. The conflict has resulted in a significant humanitarian crisis, with hundreds of Palestinians killed and thousands displaced. The war began in October 2023, when Hamas-led militants attacked Israel, killing over 1,200 people and taking hostages. Israel's…
Made in India: Tech Giants Apple, Samsung Shift Gears Amid Trump’s Tariff Storm
Global smartphone giants Apple and Samsung are re-calibrating their worldwide production to mitigate the impact of Donald Trump's higher tariffs on China and Vietnam. The companies plan to increase production in India, with Apple shipping iPhones to the US from Indian factories, and Samsung considering shipping from India due to lower tariffs, as part of the Make in India initiative. Read the full story here
Singapore Market Plunges to 13-Year Low as Stocks Suffer Worst Day Since 2008
Asian markets experienced a significant downturn on April 7, with Singapore's Straits Times IndTI) plungingex (S 7.5 per cent, its biggest one-day loss since the 2008 global financial crisis, as US President Donald Trump refused to roll back global tariffs. The Sb> deTI
BP Chairman Set to Step Down as Investor Backlash Grows Over Climate Strategy
BP's chair, Helge Lund, is set to step down after growing shareholder opposition derailed the company's net zero agenda. Lund's decision to leave comes after the board was forced to reverse its green agenda due to pressure from activist investor Elliott, and he will remain in his post until a successor is found, likely in 2026. Read the full story here
Massive Gathering of People Who Still Can’t Believe They Have to Protest This Guy Again Planned for April 19
I'm just so done with all the protests, aren't you? Like, can't we all just get along? (Or can we?) Protest signs are literally taking over the world - or at least my social media feeds. Anyway, so there's this group, 50501, and they're all about organizing protests in all 50 states against President Donald Trump. Because, you know, one protest just isn't enough. And let's talk about the "Hands Off!" protests, shall we? I…
Tensions Escalate: Gaza Strip Sees Rocket Strikes and Mass Evacuation Warnings
Israeli officials have issued evacuation orders for certain areas in Gaza as tensions escalate between Israel and Hamas. The orders come after Hamas fired rockets at Israeli cities, sparking concerns of a potential conflict. The situation remains volatile as both sides exchange blows, with the international community calling for restraint to avoid further escalation. The conflict has raised concerns about the potential for widespread violence. Read the full story here
Market Mayhem: ASX 200 Plunges $100bn in Historic Single-Day Collapse Amid Trade Tensions
The Australian share market experienced its largest one-day fall in nearly five years, with the S&P/ASX 200 index plummeting over 4% to 7,343 points, resulting in a loss of $100bn in value from local stocks. Investors are spooked by fears of a full-blown trade war and global recession, triggered by the US president's tariff plan, which has led to a significant decline in the market, with few places to hide, including banking, mining, and energy…
Global Equities Slide as Asian Markets Open Lower
Asia-Pacific markets have extended their sell-off, fueled by fears of a global trade war sparked by U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs. The Hang Seng Index declined 13.22% to 19,828.30, while the Nikkei 225 fell 7.83% to hit an 18-month low, amidst a risk-off mood in the region, with various markets experiencing significant losses. Read the full story here
Ukraine Warns of Catastrophic Risks as Russia Considers Rebooting Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Facility
The Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant in Ukraine cannot be safely restarted by Russia, according to Petro Kotin, chief executive of Energoatom. Kotin stated that the plant has major problems to overcome, including insufficient cooling water and personnel. A Ukrainian restart would take two months to two years in a peaceful environment, while a Russian restart during wartime would be impossible. The plant's future is a significant aspect of any negotiations to end the war in Ukraine,…
Trump Demands $92 Million Parade to Celebrate His Own Amazing Hair
I mean, can you believe this? The Trump administration is at it again, disregarding court orders like they're going out of style. And what's the reason this time? Oh, of course, it's all about barring those pesky "sanctuary" states from getting their hands on some much-needed FEMA funds. Because, you know, who needs help with natural disasters when you can just, you know, asaki your way through it? And let's talk about these poor states,…