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US Gasoline Prices Climb Above $4 as Oil Markets React to Hormuz Disruptions

Average US gasoline prices have climbed to multi-year highs above $4 a gallon, with reports citing figures from $4.18 to $4.48 nationally and over $6 in California, as Brent crude exceeds $100 a barrel. Outlets link the rises to disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz amid the US-Israel conflict with Iran and related naval measures. Officials and analysts offer differing assessments of the economic impact and underlying causes.

4 outlets · 8 articles Apr 29, 2026

FIFA rule change allows Afghan women's football team to compete internationally

FIFA has amended its regulations to allow the exiled Afghan women's football team, Afghan Women United, to compete in official international matches, ending a ban that began after the Taliban returned to power in 2021. The decision, announced after years of advocacy, enables the team to aim for the 2028 Olympics, though they will miss the 2027 World Cup.

3 outlets · 4 articles Apr 29, 2026

King Charles III and Trump trade jokes at White House state dinner

At a White House state dinner, King Charles III playfully suggested that without the British, Americans would be speaking French, referencing a previous comment by President Trump. The monarch also presented Trump with a bell from the HMS Trump submarine, and the two leaders exchanged lighthearted remarks, with Trump praising the king's congressional address.

6 outlets · 7 articles Apr 29, 2026

EU negotiators reach provisional deal on revised AI rules

EU member states and European Parliament lawmakers have reached a provisional agreement on changes to the AI Act, including delays to high-risk rules and a ban on unauthorized deepfake apps. The deal, part of the Commission's Digital Omnibus, aims to ease compliance but has drawn criticism from privacy advocates.

2 outlets · 2 articles Apr 29, 2026

EU accuses Meta of failing to protect children under 13 on its platforms

The European Commission has issued preliminary findings that Meta breached EU law by failing to prevent children under 13 from using Facebook and Instagram. The company could face fines of up to 6% of its global turnover if the findings are upheld. The case reflects broader European concerns about children's safety online.

2 outlets · 2 articles Apr 29, 2026

King Charles's address to Congress: Five takeaways from the 'special relationship' speech

King Charles III addressed the US Congress, emphasising the 'special relationship' between the US and UK, praising NATO and calling for global cooperation. The speech was widely interpreted as an attempt to ease tensions between the two nations, with President Trump watching remotely. The king avoided direct references to current frictions, but his pointed messages on democracy and alliances drew attention.

4 outlets · 4 articles Apr 29, 2026

Bosnia signs US-linked gas pipeline deal, EU warns of accession risk

Bosnia and Herzegovina has signed a deal to build a gas pipeline backed by investors connected to US President Donald Trump, aiming to reduce reliance on Russian gas. The European Union has warned that the project's lack of transparency could jeopardise Bosnia's EU membership bid, with officials urging compliance with bloc rules.

3 outlets · 3 articles Apr 28, 2026

The Hormuz Digital Chokepoint: How Iran Tensions Threaten Subsea Cables

Iran's warning about submarine cables in the Strait of Hormuz has spotlighted the region's digital vulnerability. Subsea cables carry about 99% of global internet traffic, and Gulf nations rely on them heavily. Analysts note that damage could cause outages and economic fallout, with repair challenges in conflict zones.

3 outlets · 3 articles Apr 28, 2026

Netherlands Rejects Argentine Soybean Meal Cargoes Over Unapproved GMO Strain

Dutch authorities have rejected at least two Argentine soybean meal cargoes after detecting an unapproved genetically modified strain, prompting Argentina to quarantine HB4 soy harvests to protect its key export market. The EU, which imports about 20 million tons of soybean meal annually, has yet to authorize the strain, and the disruption has already affected global futures markets.

1 outlet · 2 articles Apr 28, 2026

Facing US and Chinese Pressure, the EU Must Forge Its Own Strategy

The European Union is caught between US and Chinese pressures, with a trade deficit with China reaching €360 billion last year. Analysts warn that Europe has only two years to shape its economic and political strategy, or risk marginalization. As Beijing offers carrots and sticks, the EU's response will determine its place in the global order.

1 outlet · 2 articles Apr 28, 2026

Strait of Hormuz Disruptions Threaten Africa's Fertiliser Supply and Food Security

Ongoing conflict in the Persian Gulf is disrupting fertiliser shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route for global agricultural inputs. With sub-Saharan Africa importing about 80% of its fertiliser, the disruptions risk significant impacts on food production and prices across the continent.

2 outlets · 3 articles Apr 28, 2026

Moldova tightens entry rules for Russians amid allegations of drone supply to Ukraine

Russian officials and experts allege that Moldova is producing drones and electronic warfare systems for Ukraine, with production said to be relocated from Ukrainian facilities. Moldova has also tightened entry restrictions for Russian citizens, which a Russian experts interprets as an attempt to conceal military support. Moldovan authorities have not directly commented on the allegations.

1 outlet · 3 articles Apr 28, 2026

King Charles addresses US Congress, urges unity amid strained ties

King Charles III made history as the second British monarch to address the US Congress, delivering a speech that emphasized the enduring US-UK alliance while acknowledging current tensions. The address, part of a four-day state visit, comes amid disputes over Iran policy and trade.

9 outlets · 13 articles Apr 28, 2026

Google Employees Urge CEO to Reject Pentagon AI Contract

Over 600 Google employees have signed a letter urging CEO Sundar Pichai to reject a proposed Pentagon deal for classified AI work, citing concerns about lethal autonomous weapons and mass surveillance. The deal, reported to be worth up to $200 million, has also prompted UK DeepMind workers to unionize. Google has not publicly responded to the letter.

3 outlets · 5 articles Apr 27, 2026

Israel's President Herzog to Visit Panama and Costa Rica in May, Boosting Latin America Ties

Israeli President Isaac Herzog will visit Panama and Costa Rica in early May, according to Panamanian President Jose Raul Mulino and Israel's Foreign Ministry. The trip aims to strengthen diplomatic ties with Latin America, a region where Israel has faced diplomatic challenges but also found support.

2 outlets · 4 articles Apr 27, 2026

China vows countermeasures if EU enacts 'Made in Europe' plan

China has warned it will take countermeasures if the European Union enacts its 'Made in Europe' plan, which Beijing calls systemic discrimination. The EU's proposal, unveiled in March, aims to bolster local industries by requiring foreign firms to meet local content thresholds and share technology. Tensions are rising as both sides trade accusations over trade practices.

3 outlets · 5 articles Apr 27, 2026

Senior Russian Diplomat Says Europe Openly Discussing Conflict Preparations

In remarks at a Moscow conference, Russian Foreign Ministry official Mikael Agasandyan said European nations are openly discussing preparations for armed conflict with Russia, while accusing the US of acting without regard for international law and of remaining the main source of global tension.

1 outlet · 3 articles Apr 27, 2026

Sibur confirms 2027 launch for Kazan catalyst plant, n-butyllithium production due this year

Sibur has reaffirmed plans to launch the first line of its petrochemical catalyst plant in Kazan in 2027, with investments exceeding 11 billion rubles. Separately, the company expects to start producing n-butyllithium in Voronezh in the first half of this year, a key component for tires and synthetic rubbers.

1 outlet · 2 articles Apr 27, 2026

King Charles begins four-day US state visit amid Iran tensions and security concerns

King Charles and Queen Camilla arrived in the United States for a four-day state visit marking the 250th anniversary of American independence. The trip includes an address to Congress, a White House state dinner and a New York wreath-laying, unfolding against UK-US strains over Iran and after a shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner.

8 outlets · 11 articles Apr 27, 2026

Global military spending hits record $2.88 trillion in 2025, driven by Europe and Asia

Global military spending rose to a record $2.88 trillion in 2025, marking the 11th consecutive year of increase, according to SIPRI. Europe and Asia saw sharp spending hikes, while US spending fell by 7.5% due to a halt in new Ukraine aid. Analysts warn of an arms race and trade-offs with social spending.

8 outlets · 8 articles Apr 27, 2026