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Gaza Voters Get a Rare Chance to Cast Their Ballots

April 25, 2026

The first local elections in Gaza since 2007 let many residents try their hand at voting, a move that could signal a shift in how the Palestinian Authority claims authority over the area. The elections, held on Saturday, included Deir al‑Balah, a city that has suffered less damage than others in

politics

Trump Hits Chinese Refinery Over Iranian Oil Ahead of China Visit

April 25, 2026

President Trump’s latest move hits a major Chinese oil plant, the Hengli Petrochemical refinery in Dalian, for dealing with Iranian crude. The decision follows his earlier warning that he would add secondary sanctions to companies and nations trading with Iran, aiming to weaken the Iranian economy.

business

Store Cutbacks: A Shift Toward Smarter Retail

April 25, 2026

Bath & Body Works has quietly shut 92 shops in its latest yearly report, showing how the brand is reshaping its physical presence while aiming for a fresh surge in growth. The closures happened across the U. S. during the fiscal year that ended on Jan. 31, but the company kept the specific sites und

business

Hidden Costs in Health Plans: Why Employers Should Take Charge

April 25, 2026

Employers often feel helpless when it comes to high health insurance bills. A fresh look shows that the real problem lies in how claims data is handled by middlemen. If companies could see every claim that goes through their plans, they would know which doctors and hospitals give the best value.

crypto

Bitcoin Could Reach $145, 000 by 2026 – A Bold Forecast

April 25, 2026

A financial analyst recently claimed that Bitcoin might hit $145, 000 before the end of 2026. He pointed out that the Federal Reserve is adding about $40 billion to its balance sheet each month, even though people worry about inflation. When the new Fed chair is confirmed, he expects the same

business

Shriram Finance Surges Ahead, Outshining Forecasts and Reaching New Asset Heights

April 25, 2026

Shriram Finance posted a striking jump in earnings, lifting its quarterly profit by 41% to ₹30. 14 billion (about $319. 7 million). The figure tops the market’s expectation of ₹27. 82 billion and beats last year’s ₹21. 39 billion, showing the company is gaining strength in India’s growing credit mar

business

Old Parkland Welcomes New Space‑Tech Investor

April 25, 2026

Balerion Space Ventures, a young Dallas firm that backs space and defense startups, has chosen to set up shop at the historic Old Parkland campus in Oak Lawn. The company, founded in 2022, has already put money into more than a dozen tech firms that work on satellites, AI and national security.

health

Building a new heart center in mid-May

April 25, 2026

Columbia’s Boone Health system is rushing to open its own heart clinic by May 6 after losing a partnership that lasted over ten years. The split affects around 20, 000 patients who will now receive care from a new team of about three dozen doctors, nurses, and technicians hired specifically for the

technology

Japan’s financial world braces for AI-driven security threats

April 25, 2026

Japan’s government is stepping up its game against digital threats after warnings that a new artificial intelligence tool could expose major gaps in financial security. Finance officials worry that AI like Mythos might find and exploit weaknesses in banking systems faster than humans can fix them. W

finance

Brazil Clamps Down on Betting-Linked Trading Sites

April 25, 2026

Brazil has suddenly blocked popular prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket, raising questions about why these sites got caught in the crosshairs. The government claims they were violating betting laws passed by Congress, but critics wonder if the crackdown is really about protecting traders—o