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US-Iran talks: What’s the latest on mediation efforts?

Source: Al Jazeera - World · Published: 2026-04-15T13:55:40+00:00

Tehran rejects US conditions on nuclear arms; sanctions relief and strait control fuel diplomatic deadlock in Islamabad.

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Рубль «примитивно» идет к отметке 70 за доллар

Source: Vedomosti – All Articles · Published: 2026-04-15T13:46:39+00:00

Российский валютный рынок давно не был таким примитивным, как сейчас, когда с него ушел Минфин, поэтому начальник управления макроэкономического анализа и долговых рынков «Эйлера» Петр Гришин «искренне верит», что курс идет к отметке 70 руб./$. Об этом он заявил на конференции «Горизонты будущего», организованной УК «ВИМ инвестиции», передает корреспондент «Ведомостей».

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‘Uncharted territory’: uncertainty as US vaccine guidance falls apart under Trump

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-04-15T13:38:11+00:00

Several shots – including flu and Covid – lost their CDC recommendations under overhauls from the White HouseSeveral shots lost their recommendation from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) after a judge’s stay against changes wrought by the Trump administration – which may affect access to the shots in some states. And no new vaccine recommendations may be made as long as the vaccines committee is halted.Access to existing vaccines – and the future development of new vaccines – has been increasingly called into question under the second Trump administration, as the now-hal

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Trump threatens to fire Fed chair Jerome Powell if he does not step down at the end of his term – US politics live

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-04-15T13:36:19+00:00

President has nominated Kevin Warsh to replace Powell, whom he has repeatedly attacked over interest rate decisionsWhat does strict voter ID bill mean for US democracy? Ask your questionsSign up for the Breaking News US emailAt a Turning Point USA event in Georgia on Tuesday, vice-president JD Vance was heckled by a protester who seemed to criticized the conflicts in the Middle East, including the war in Gaza.“Jesus Christ does not support genocide,” the audience member shouted. The vice-president addressed the demonstrator and agreed with their statement, before responding to further comments

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Hungary’s prime minister-elect vows to suspend ‘propaganda machine’ state media

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-04-15T13:32:30+00:00

Péter Magyar compares media coverage to Nazi-era Germany and aims to ‘restore its public service character’Hungary’s prime minister-elect has vowed to suspend state media news coverage, describing it as a “propaganda machine,” when his government takes office around mid-May.Péter Magyar, whose landslide election victory on Sunday brought an end to leader Viktor Orbán’s 16 years in power, detailed his plans for the suspension as he gave two tense interviews to public radio and television on Wednesday. Continue reading...

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Une nouvelle flottille humanitaire quitte Barcelone pour Gaza

Source: Le Monde - International · Published: 2026-04-15T13:30:10+00:00

Les navires, principalement des voiliers, ont pris la mer peu après 11 h 30, ont précisé les organisateurs. Une vingtaine de bateaux qui doivent rejoindre le convoi maritime ont quitté le port français de Marseille le 4 avril et d’autres navires doivent partir de Syracuse, en Sicile, le 24 avril.

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ITC becomes first in India to get FSA 3.0 certification for wheat and paddy

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-04-15T13:28:29+00:00

The initiative spans over 22,000 acres and 3,500 farmers, promoting better yields, environmental benefits, and stronger global market access through digital tools and farmer support systems

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Oklahoma principal shot disarming ex-student with semi-automatic guns

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-04-15T13:26:39+00:00

Kirk Moore was injured as he tackled a former pupil who opened fire at Pauls Valley high schoolSign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxAn Oklahoma principal has been praised for preventing a tragedy at his high school by charging and disarming a former student armed with two semi-automatic handguns, an episode captured on dramatic surveillance video.Kirk Moore, principal of Pauls Valley high school, was shot in the leg as he wrestled the attacker, a 20-year-old said by court documents to be obsessed with the 1999 shooting at Colorado’s Columbine high school

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MODUS X вдруге поспіль очолив рейтинг IT-компаній, створених великим бізнесом, - ЗМІ

Source: UNIAN (General) · Published: 2026-04-15T13:26:29+00:00

фото ua.depositphotos.comIT-компанія MODUS X вдруге поспіль посіла перше місце в рейтингу IT-компаній, створених великим бізнесом, за версією Forbes Ukraine. Про це йдеться в повідомленні MODUS X. Зазначається,...

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Economic shock from Iran war risks driving up global debt levels, says IMF

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-04-15T13:25:53+00:00

Conflict is pushing up price of energy and food, fuelling higher borrowing costs and hitting growth, report saysIran war escalation could trigger global recession, IMF warnsBusiness live – latest updatesThe Iran war risks triggering a rise in global debt levels, forcing governments to choose between cushioning a cost of living shock and maintaining sound public finances, the International Monetary Fund has warned.Against a volatile backdrop of the Middle East conflict, the Washington-based fund said the war could add to the already strained position of government finances throughout the world.

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BBC to cut up to 2,000 jobs in biggest downsize in 15 years

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-04-15T13:24:12+00:00

Announcement comes before Matt Brittin replaces Tim Davie as director general next monthBusiness live – latest updatesThe BBC is to cut as many as 2,000 jobs in the biggest down-sizing of the public service broadcaster in 15 years.Staff are set to be informed of the cuts, which will affect about 10% of the BBC’s 21,500 staff, at an all-staff meeting on Wednesday. Continue reading...

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Police hunt two suspects over attempted arson attack on London synagogue

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-04-15T13:24:12+00:00

Met says incident in Finchely is being treated as antisemitic hate crimeTwo suspects who threw bottles thought to contain petrol in an attempted arson at a synagogue in Finchley, north London, are being sought by detectives, the Metropolitan police said, adding that the attack was being treated as an antisemitic hate crime.More details soon …. Continue reading...

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IIM Ahmedabad inducts 160 professionals into MBA-PGPX 2026–27 batch

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-04-15T13:20:25+00:00

The cohort reflects strong diversity across industries such as BFSI, consulting, and energy, with over 36% having international exposure, highlighting the programme’s appeal to mid-career professionals

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Вчені з'ясували стосунки між неандертальцями та людьми: ким вони були одне для одного

Source: UNIAN (General) · Published: 2026-04-15T13:20:00+00:00

Це відкриття вразило вчених, оскільки стало зрозуміло, що стосунки між ранніми людьми та неандертальцями були складнішими, ніж вважалося раніше.

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Які стосунки були між неандертальцями та людьми: відкриття приголомшило вчених

Source: UNIAN (General) · Published: 2026-04-15T13:20:00+00:00

Це відкриття вразило вчених, оскільки стало зрозуміло, що стосунки між ранніми людьми та неандертальцями були складнішими, ніж вважалося раніше.

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LPL Financial opens Global Capability Centre in Hyderabad

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-04-15T13:18:16+00:00

As part of LPL’s global operating model, the GCC is expected to enhance advisor and client support, accelerate innovation, and strengthen platform stability and operational resilience

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Mps, vince la lista Plt con Lovaglio ad. Determinanti i voti di Delfin e Banco Bpm

Source: Repubblica Homepage · Published: 2026-04-15T13:03:47+00:00

Sul 64,1% del capitale che si è presentato in assemblea il 49,95% si è espresso a favore della lista dell’ex numero uno. Il 38,79% dei votanti ha scelto la lista del cda. La holding dei Del Vecchio ha deciso di sostenere i 12 nomi presentati dalla famiglia Tortora

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Mps, vince la lista Plt con Lovaglio ad: “Nessuna rivincita”

Source: Repubblica Homepage · Published: 2026-04-15T13:03:47+00:00

Sul 64,1% del capitale che si è presentato in assemblea il 49,95% si è espresso a favore della lista dell’ex numero uno. Il 38,79% dei votanti ha scelto la lista del cda. Determinanti i voti di Delfin e Banco Bpm

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Climate-hit Kashmir saffron farmers battle rising porcupine menace

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-04-15T13:02:32+00:00

Farmers and experts attribute the rising incidence of porcupine attacks to deforestation, which has pushed the animals out of their natural habitats and into saffron fields in Pampore and adjoining areas

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