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Financial TimesRomania Expels Russian Consul General After Drone Strike
Romania ordered the expulsion of Russia's Consul General in Constanta and closed the consulate after a drone struck an apartment building in Galati, injuring two people. NATO and Romanian officials condemned the incident as reckless escalation.
fortune.comHouse Republicans stall on immigration enforcement funding bill
A roughly $70 billion measure to fund immigration enforcement through the end of President Donald Trump's term stalled in the House. Progress halted over White House ballroom security funding and a proposed $1.8 billion fund for government-mistreatment claims.
geeky-gadgets.comAnthropic Raises $65 Billion at $965 Billion Valuation
The AI company completed a Series H round that more than doubled its prior valuation. The round included new capital from chipmakers and previously committed funds from cloud providers.
techjuice.pkCanada Seeks 50 Percent Rise in Exports to China by 2030
Foreign Minister Anita Anand stated the export target during a visit by her Chinese counterpart to Ottawa. The announcement comes amid U.S. tariffs that have altered trade patterns.
middleeasteye.netIran Says U.S. Agreement Nears Final Approval
Iranian state media report that a draft agreement with the United States is in the final stages of ratification. Officials say reopening of the Strait of Hormuz will follow domestic procedures once any blockade ends.
marketwatch.comJapan's Nikkei 225 Index Rises 2.5 Percent to New Record Above 66,000
The Nikkei 225 closed at a fresh all-time high after gaining 2.5 percent. The move marks the latest session gain for the benchmark index.
MarketWatchWorkers Often Retire Later Than Planned Due to Unexpected Events
Many people set a target retirement date but end up working longer because of health issues, market changes, or family needs. Planning for these uncertainties is presented as a core part of retirement preparation.
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investopedia.comFed Official Paulson Says Inflation Reflects Series of Shocks
Federal Reserve official Paulson stated that inflation has not undergone structural changes and instead stems from repeated shocks. The remarks address ongoing price pressures without indicating a shift in the underlying trend.
cnbc.comAuto Loan Delinquencies Reach Record High
The share of auto loan balances that are 90 or more days past due has risen to 5.6 percent, the highest level recorded. Officials at the New York Fed reported the figure.
benzinga.comChevron Says It Will Not Pay Iran for Strait of Hormuz Transit
Chevron's chief executive stated the company will not compensate Iran for passage through the Strait of Hormuz. The firm currently has six vessels in the waterway and expects additional pipelines to be built that avoid the route.
medium.comElectric Vehicle Share of Global Car Sales Rose from 4% in 2020 to 25% in 2025
Electric vehicle sales increased from 4 percent of the global total in 2020 to 25 percent in 2025. The share is projected to reach nearly 30 percent this year and about 50 percent by 2035 without additional policy changes.
ecns.cnU.S. Government Bond Market on Track for Strongest Week Since Iran Conflict Began
U.S. government bonds are set to post their best weekly performance since the start of the U.S. war on Iran. The gains coincide with falling oil prices linked to expectations of an agreement to end the conflict.
SemaforFormer Qatari Energy Minister Abdullah Al Attiyah Dies at 73
Abdullah bin Hamad Al Attiyah, who built Qatar’s LNG sector, died in London on Wednesday. He served as energy minister and helped turn the country into one of the world’s wealthiest nations.
jpost.comTreasury Secretary Bessent Urges Congress to Pass Crypto Clarity Act
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated there will be no central bank digital currency and called on lawmakers to advance the Clarity Act to attract digital assets to the United States.
thehindubusinessline.comIran's Foreign Minister Holds Call With Oman Counterpart
Iran's Foreign Minister Araqchi said he held a productive call with Oman's foreign minister. He expressed Iran's solidarity with Oman in the face of any threat.
newrepublic.comNorway Lobbies EU to Ease Arctic Oil and Gas Drilling Moratorium
Norway has increased diplomatic efforts at the European Union to seek changes to the bloc's moratorium on Arctic drilling. The country supplies the largest share of natural gas to European markets despite not being an EU member.
middleeasteye.netIran State Media Says Draft U.S. MOU Text Has Changed
Iran's Tasnim news agency reported that a possible memorandum of understanding with the United States has been revised in recent days. The agency stated that versions circulating in Western media are inaccurate and that the final text remains unfinished.
deadline.comNew York Fed Survey Finds Higher Food Insecurity Than in 2020
A Federal Reserve Bank of New York survey shows more U.S. households reporting food insecurity now than during the 2020 pandemic period. The data also indicate increased use of savings and meal skipping.
nypost.comFed Governor Michelle Bowman Says Rate Hikes Ineffective for Energy-Driven Inflation
Federal Reserve Governor Michelle Bowman said on Friday that raising interest rates to counter temporary energy price increases would add unnecessary restraint. The personal consumption expenditures price index rose 3.8 percent in April.
bbc.co.ukBank of England Chief Sees UK Bond Yields Falling Further
The Bank of England governor expressed hope that the recent decline in UK government bond yields will continue, while noting the outcome will depend on developments in the Middle East.
manilatimes.netWorld Vape Day Highlights South Africa Tobacco Policy Debate
World Vape Day is observed on May 30, 2026. The World Health Organization marks World No Tobacco Day on May 31 with calls for tighter vape and nicotine pouch rules. South African lawmakers are considering those recommendations.
rte.ieGerman Unemployment Falls by 12,000 in May
Seasonally adjusted unemployment in Germany declined 12,000 in May, exceeding forecasts. The unemployment rate eased to 6.3 percent.
rte.ieBank of England Signals Flexibility on Inflation Target to Aid Economy
The central bank indicated it may accept inflation above its 2 percent goal for a limited period. Officials cited the need to support economic activity amid current weakness.
finance.yahoo.comCathie Wood Supports Trump Accounts for Minors
Cathie Wood, founder and CEO of ARK Invest, endorsed the Invest America Accounts program for children under 18. The accounts provide tax-deferred investment options and include a government seed deposit for eligible births.
bbc.co.ukU.S. Extends Deadline for Lukoil Foreign Asset Sale to June 27
The U.S. federal government has granted Lukoil a sixth extension to find a buyer for its international operations. The new deadline is June 27, six months after sanctions were imposed last October.
america.cgtn.comNew York Fed Survey Finds Higher Food Insecurity Than During Pandemic Peak
A February 2026 Federal Reserve Bank of New York survey shows more households reporting insufficient food and missed meals than in June 2020. The results coincide with inflation at 3.8 percent in April and reduced SNAP funding under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
Los Angeles TimesU.S. Inflation Gauge Hits Three-Year High in April
The Commerce Department reported that a key inflation measure rose to 3.8 percent in April. Real incomes fell while core prices also climbed above the Federal Reserve's 2 percent target.
rte.ieUkrainian Drone Strikes Volgograd Oil Refinery and Residential Building
A Ukrainian drone attack hit Russia's Volgograd region overnight, damaging an oil refinery and a residential building. No casualties were reported in either incident.
pymnts.comPresident Trump Says Administration Saved Crypto Industry
President Trump stated on Truth Social that his administration protected the U.S. crypto sector from prior regulators and positioned the country as the global crypto leader. The post referenced legislation and an executive order enacted earlier in his term.
rove.meSouth Africa Producer Prices Rise 4.8 Percent in April
Monthly producer inflation reached its highest level in two years. Higher fertilizer and energy costs linked to the Iran war contributed to the increase.
Russell 2000 Rises 17.7 Percent Year to Date, Outpacing S&P 500
The Russell 2000 index has gained more than 17.7 percent in 2026, compared with a 10 percent advance for the S&P 500. Wells Fargo Investment Institute stated that recent small-cap momentum appears disconnected from weakening fundamentals.
france24.comIran Conducts Missile Launch Operation From Southern Regions
Iran's armed forces carried out a missile launch from southern parts of the country toward specified targets. Iranian state media reported the operation.
businesstoday.inAI Glasses Shipments Rose More Than 300 Percent in 2025
Global shipments of AI-powered smart glasses reached 8.7 million units in 2025. Market research firm Omdia projects the total could exceed 15 million units in 2026.
rigzone.comFed Official Says Bond Markets Signal Resilient Economy and Higher Inflation
St. Louis Fed President Alberto Musalem stated that recent Treasury yield increases reflect a higher neutral rate and persistent inflation expectations. He noted that the central bank's prior easing bias no longer matches current conditions.
ForbesIran Seeks Release of Frozen Funds in Potential Deal
Iran has signaled interest in recovering billions of dollars in frozen assets as part of any agreement. A research fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies discussed the role of economic pressure in talks.
CnbcGoldman Sachs Analyst Says Brent Crude Prices Will Remain Elevated Through Fourth Quarter
Daan Struyven of Goldman Sachs stated that Brent crude prices will stay elevated through the end of 2026 because of reduced global supply. The comments came during a CNBC interview as oil prices declined following reports of Iran peace talks.
Total Wireless Offers Three Unlimited Plans on Verizon 5G Network
Total Wireless sells three contract-free unlimited plans on Verizon's 5G network. Monthly prices range from $40 to $60 per line and include varying amounts of hotspot data plus international features.
CnbcExxon Executive Says Oil Inventories Will Reach Record Lows in Weeks
Exxon Mobil senior vice president Neil Chapman stated that global oil inventories will hit all-time lows within two to four weeks. He said physical Brent crude prices would then rise to $150-$160 per barrel.
thecanary.coGlobal LNG Supply Tightens as Summer Demand Rises
OilPrice.com reported that the loss of roughly 20 percent of daily LNG supply has coincided with forecasts for hotter summer temperatures and stronger Asian cooling demand. Europe faces additional pressure to refill storage sites that ended the 2025/2026 winter at multi-year lows…
nypost.comBP Ousts Chair Albert Manifold After Eight Months Over Conduct Concerns
BP removed chair Albert Manifold on Tuesday following a unanimous board vote citing governance and conduct issues. Manifold issued a statement Thursday rejecting bullying allegations while acknowledging he pushed staff hard on costs and performance.