Analyst says Beverly Hills luxury homes face falling demand amid rising costs and industry slowdown.

Trump’s approval rating fell to its lowest point since he returned to office, hit by rising fuel costs and disapproval of the Iran conflict.

Global markets climbed as investors grew hopeful the Iran conflict could ease, lifting stocks and easing oil prices.

Trump considers NATO exit while also suggesting that potential US military action in Iran could conclude within “two to three weeks.”

Russian defence ministry blames “technical failure” after An-26 crash in Crimea kills 29 aboard during routine military flight.

China’s strong energy buffers and resilient markets position it as a safe haven as global oil shocks unsettle major economies.

Oil prices fell below $100 on Wednesday while global shares surged amid optimism that the Iran conflict could end soon

A US judge blocks Donald Trump’s White House ballroom onstruction project, citing need for congressional approval before it proceeds.

Trump to attend Supreme Court hearing on birthright citizenship, becoming first sitting US president present during oral arguments.

Trump says US may exit Iran within weeks as ceasefire efforts intensify and Tehran signals conditional willingness to end conflict

Canada will raise permanent residence application fees across key immigration programmes starting April 30, 2026, citing inflation and costs.

Eurozone inflation rises above ECB target as oil shock drives energy costs higher, complicating ECB rate decisions.

French Senate considers law banning social media for under-15s over concerns about children’s online safety and development.

Amazon signs Delta deal to bring Leo satellite Wi-Fi to 500 planes, escalating competition with Starlink in aviation.

Algeria buries former president Liamine Zeroual with full military honours after death following prolonged illness in Algiers.

Israel approves controversial death penalty law targeting Palestinians, sparking legal challenges, international condemnation, and deep divisions within parliament and society

Ukraine strikes Russian Baltic oil facilities, triggering fires, halting exports and disrupting supply as satellite images reveal widespread damage.

Netanyahu says Iran war missions are beyond halfway as tanker attack, rising oil prices and strikes escalate tensions.

US lawmaker urges King Charles to meet Epstein victims during visit, citing UK links, accountability concerns and unresolved questions.

Crisis Group, Fola Adeola, Carl Bildt and other global figures urge a Hormuz transit plan to safeguard food supply chains.