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Morningstar is reviewing its index construction methodology in anticipation of the SpaceX initial public offering. The move aims to ensure the company's indexes accurately reflect the market's growth in space-related industries.
Rapper D4vd was charged by California prosecutors with murdering 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. The charges were filed by prosecutors in California. D4vd's name was not previously associated with the case.
US singer D4vd, whose real name is David Anthony Burke, has been charged with murder in connection with the death of a missing teenage girl. Prosecutors say Burke could face life in prison if convicted. The case details have not been disclosed.
Ukraine is using unmanned ground vehicles armed with bombs or guns to attack. These vehicles help keep soldiers out of harm's way. Ukraine is using unmanned ground vehicles armed with bombs, guns or rockets to carry out attacks and keep its soldiers out of harm’s way.
Ukrainian drones targeted Russia's Black Sea port of Tuapse. Plumes of black smoke were seen after the attack. The incident occurred at Tuapse, a port city on the Black Sea coast of Russia.
Germany summoned the Russian ambassador, citing direct threats. The move comes after Berlin deemed the threats an attempt to undermine support for Ukraine and test its unity. The exact nature of the threats remains undefined.
Donald Trump claimed Iran is sending hundreds of ships toward the United States for oil. He stated this as part of the US-Israel-Iran war ceasefire news. The claim was made in relation to the ongoing tensions.
US President Donald Trump is unlikely to extend the ceasefire with Iran as the deadline looms. The waiver for sanctions on countries buying Iranian oil expires on May 2. Iran War Live News Updates: Trump Unlikely to Extend Ceasefire as Deadline Looms WSJ.
Iran has indicated it may not attend fresh talks with the U. S. as a ceasefire set to expire. A temporary ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon appears to be holding. The U. and Iran had agreed to meet in Doha, but Iran's participation is now uncertain.
Mourners in Lebanon buried victims of the war with Israel during a 10-day ceasefire. Funerals took place across the country as families laid to rest those killed in the conflict. The ceasefire allowed for the funerals to occur.
Iran's Foreign Ministry said it was ready for talks with the US. The US seized an Iranian ship in the Gulf of Oman. Iran's President Hassan Rouhani later said that talks with the US would only happen if US sanctions were lifted.
The EU and UN report Gaza requires over $71 billion in the next decade to rebuild housing, health, education, commerce, and agriculture sectors. The assessment follows extensive damage from ongoing conflict.
Trump denied being pressured to strike an Iran deal ahead of a Wednesday ceasefire deadline, per BBC. The White House emphasized no external influence on its policy decisions. Trump denies being 'under pressure' to make Iran deal ahead of Wednesday ceasefire deadline BBC.
A US soldier pointed a heavy-calibre machinegun at a vessel in the Strait of Hormuz near Iran on 12 April 2026. A US soldier points a heavy-calibre machinegun at a vessel in the waterway near Iran.
India's National Security Advisor Ajit Doval visited Riyadh on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's instructions as part of government outreach to Gulf nations. Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan discussed bilateral cooperation and regional developments during their talks.
The UAE authorities dismantled an Iran-linked 'terror' cell. The operation followed a series of Iranian attacks on Gulf neighbours, which targeted the UAE directly. The UAE has not specified the number of individuals arrested or the extent of their alleged involvement.
A US citizen, identified as a woman, has been charged with trafficking arms to Sudan on behalf of the Iranian government. The charges include brokering deals for drones and ammunition with the Sudan Ministry of Defence. The indictment alleges the woman was involved in multiple arms transactions between 2019 and 2022.
US President Donald Trump announced that the ceasefire in Yemen will end on Wednesday evening. A further extension is highly unlikely US and Saudi Arabia in December 2022.
The Shreveport attack killed eight children. It is the deadliest mass shooting reported in the US in over two years. The incident occurred in Shreveport. The Shreveport attack is the deadliest mass shooting reported in the US in over two years.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum announced an investigation into the security role of two US officials killed in a crash. The inquiry will examine whether the Americans' involvement in a drug-fighting operation breached Mexico's national security laws and sovereignty. The officials were part of a joint operation with Mexican authorities.
US President Donald Trump claimed victory in the Pak-Afghan peace talks, stating "I'm winning war by a lot." The first session of the talks ended without a deal, with uncertainty surrounding the outcome. The US and Pakistan have been discussing a potential peace agreement for months, but no agreement has been reached.
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