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Japan, China lead foreign government retreat from U.S. Treasurys as Iran war fallout stokes currency fears
The sell-off came as the outbreak of the U.S.-Iran conflict and resulting surge in crude oil prices sent the yen and other Asian currencies tumbling.
Castro circle remains central as Trump signals Cuba push
CBS News reports U.S. officials are pressing Cuban figures for reform while uncertainty hangs over who could lead any political opening
Trump delays Iran strike as Gulf allies press for talks
The president said he was close to ordering new strikes but would give Pakistan-brokered negotiations a few days, while warning that military action remains possible
Iran says it cannot trust U.S. as Trump claims control of Strait of Hormuz
Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Tehran is trying to preserve a shaky ceasefire for diplomacy, while Trump said the U.S. controls the key waterway
Five Italian tourists killed in Maldives cave-diving accident
Italy said one body had been recovered in Vaavu Atoll, while rough weather could slow efforts to reach an underwater cave where four others are believed to be
Silver slides as inflation fears hit bonds, stocks and metals
Global yields rose Friday, with the U.S. 10-year Treasury near a one-year high, as investors weighed energy risks, geopolitics and fading hopes for rate cuts
Cerebras shares drop 10% after biggest tech IPO since Uber
The AI chip company raised $5.55 billion in a blockbuster Nasdaq debut, but early trading Friday showed investors testing its valuation and growth story
Bill Ackman says Pershing Square built Microsoft stake in first quarter
The billionaire investor described Microsoft’s valuation as compelling, according to a link summary of CNBC and other financial-news reports
Seoul’s Galaxy Robot Park opens with K-pop shows and AI attractions
The Galaxy Corporation venue in Gangdong is offering robot concerts, portraits and staged fights ahead of a full grand opening planned for August 2026
U.S. moves toward possible indictment of Raúl Castro
Officials say any charges would need grand jury approval and are expected to center on Cuba’s deadly 1996 shootdown of Brothers to the Rescue planes