Dollar jumps as failed US/Iran peace talks spark fresh safe-haven push - Reuters

Dollar jumps as failed US/Iran peace talks spark fresh safe-haven push  Reuters

Cuba’s President Projects Defiance in Standoff With the U.S.

Miguel Díaz-Canel’s stance on “Meet the Press” reflected how Cuba is digging in against pressure from a Trump administration distracted by the war in Iran.

By Adam B. Ellick and Simon Romero

Gulf Allies Turn Away From U.S. for Fresh Ammo - WSJ

Gulf Allies Turn Away From U.S. for Fresh Ammo  WSJ

Families across the U.S. are getting college acceptance letters — and tuition bills

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with economist Judith Scott-Clayton about the cost of college in the U.S. They discuss the difference between sticker and net price and the opaqueness of tuition costs.

What’s next for the US-Iran peace process after talks end without a deal?

Sources in Pakistan say “progress has been made” in talks between the US and Iran – even though they ended with no deal.

U.S. threat to block Strait of Hormuz points to oil-price jump - The Globe and Mail

U.S. threat to block Strait of Hormuz points to oil-price jump  The Globe and Mail

Cuba’s president warns US against attacking island or trying to depose him

Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel said the United States has no valid reason to carry out a military attack against the island or to attempt to depose him. Speaking in an interview on NBC News’ Meet the Press programme, the president said an invasion of Cuba would be costly and affect regional security. But should it happen, Diaz-Canel said, Cubans would defend themselves. “If the time comes, I don’t think there would be any justification for the United States to launch a military aggression...

By Associated Press

ASX set to open higher despite failed Iran talks; Aussie dollar falls - SMH.com.au

ASX set to open higher despite failed Iran talks; Aussie dollar falls  SMH.com.au

All The Ways China and Russia May Be Aiding Iran Against The U.S. - Forbes

All The Ways China and Russia May Be Aiding Iran Against The U.S.  Forbes

Oil prices rise after the US says it would block Iranian ports starting Monday

US will ‘probably’ need to use special forces to get Iran’s uranium, says Nikki Haley

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By TOI World Desk

Trump says US gas prices may remain high through November midterm election - The Straits Times

Trump says US gas prices may remain high through November midterm election  The Straits Times

China, Iran weaponised global economy to beat US at its own game: report

China, Iran weaponised global economy to beat US at its own game: report

The US-Iran ceasefire appears to be holding. What next?

A historic meeting, 21 hours of negotiations, and one “final” offer. Yet, the high-level ‘Islamabad Talks’ between the United States and Iran ended inconclusively early Sunday morning. Although commentators and analysts say the dialogue was unlikely to end any other way, the heart wants what it wants, and the entire world sat on the edge of their seats, hoping for nothing short of a miracle. After a day and an entire night of talks, US Vice President JD Vance finally addressed journalists at ...

By none@none.com (Prism)

CENTCOM using underwater drones to clear mines in the Strait of Hormuz

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz is a sticking point for both the United States and Iran in ceasefire talks, with Iran estimated to have between 2,000 and 6,000 naval mines.

China's state media turns to social media and AI to tell its story - and often mock the US - 毎日新聞

China's state media turns to social media and AI to tell its story - and often mock the US  毎日新聞

U.S. to begin blockade of Iranian ports Monday, but not all Hormuz

Sweeping US tariffs fail to deliver on stated goals - China Daily - Global Edition

Sweeping US tariffs fail to deliver on stated goals  China Daily - Global Edition

Oil tankers steer clear of Hormuz ahead of US blockade - The Star

Oil tankers steer clear of Hormuz ahead of US blockade  The Star

Iran Seeks 'Balanced' Deal but Cites US Double Standards - Tempo.co English

Iran Seeks 'Balanced' Deal but Cites US Double Standards  Tempo.co English

If US fights, Iran will fight, top negotiator Qalibaf tells Trump

U.S. President Donald Trump's new threats will have no effect on Iran, the country's top negotiator Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf said in comments ⁠carried ⁠by state media on Su...

US commends Nigerian govt for convicting 386 terrorism suspects

Mr Boulos described the mass trial of the suspects as an important step toward accountability and justice. The post US commends Nigerian govt for convicting 386 terrorism suspects appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Beloved John

Global stocks rise as oil dips

Global stocks rallied and oil prices fell sharply following a fragile truce between the United States and Iran, with markets cautious ahead of talks. Read More: https://punchng.com/global-stocks-rise-as-oil-dips/

By Punch Newspapers

Nigeria woos diaspora investors at Silicon Valley summit

By Folarin Kehinde Nigeria has intensified efforts to attract diaspora investment, as Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, declared the country open for business at a high-level gathering in the United States. Speaking as the keynote speaker at the pre-event dinner of the African Diaspora Investment Symposium 2026 held in Silicon […] The post Nigeria woos diaspora investors at Silicon Valley summit appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Akinbayo Wahab

Islamabad talks helped avert major Iran-US conflict: Pakistani diplomat - Qatar Tribune

Islamabad talks helped avert major Iran-US conflict: Pakistani diplomat  Qatar Tribune

Moroccans Among 25 Migrants Deported to Costa Rica Under US’ ‘Third-Country’ Policy

The US has deported the first group of migrants from different countries, including Morocco, to Costa Rica as part of the controversial “third-country” deportation policy. The post Moroccans Among 25 Migrants Deported to Costa Rica Under US’ ‘Third-Country’ Policy appeared first on Morocco World News.

By Safaa Kasraoui

U.S. CENTCOM says its forces will begin naval blockade of Iranian ports on April 13

The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) has announced that U.S. forces “will begin implementing a blockade of all maritime traffic entering and exiting Iranian ports on April 13 at 10… (The post U.S. CENTCOM says its forces will begin naval blockade of Iranian ports on April 13 is from Doha News | Qatar.)

By Nassima Babassa

Cuba’s Miguel Diaz Canel Interviewed on NBC Meet the Press

During an interview granted to the US network NBC News, he was asked whether he would be willing to resign for the good of his country. The post Cuba’s Miguel Diaz Canel Interviewed on NBC Meet the Press appeared first on Havana Times.

By Circles Robinson

‘Days of our military sending 70 cents of every dollar to US are over’: Canada PM - PressTV

‘Days of our military sending 70 cents of every dollar to US are over’: Canada PM  PressTV

Iranian media are reporting that negotiations with the United States have begun in Pakistan. - Seneweb

Iranian media are reporting that negotiations with the United States have begun in Pakistan.  Seneweb