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France’s public health agency reports about 1,000 excess deaths as the heatwave peaks
France’s public health agency said the late-June heatwave was linked to about 1,000 additional deaths at its peak, with most deaths among people over 65. Officials said the count is provisional and likely to rise as delayed deaths are added.
"A sad inevitability": why Europe is still so unprepared for rising heat
Europe’s record June 2026 heatwave is exposing persistent gaps in heat preparedness across housing, hospitals, schools, transport and workplaces, despite decades of climate warnings and policy debate.
European heatwave ruled virtually impossible without human-caused climate change, scientists say
World Weather Attribution scientists say a June 2026 heatwave across western Europe would have been virtually impossible without human-caused climate change, with record heat stress, school closures and transport disruption reported across the region.
Serious chemical accidents are rising in the U.S. and getting more dangerous
A Wall Street Journal analysis of newly surfaced safety data says serious U.S. chemical accidents rose in 2025, with 48 deaths and 142 serious injuries, while recent incidents in Washington and California show how quickly those failures can endanger workers and nearby communities.
Oil up, but stocks hold near-record highs as AI optimism trumps Iran tensions
Global stocks held near record highs on Monday even as oil prices climbed on renewed U.S.-Iran tensions, with AI optimism helping offset geopolitical worries.
Judge Orders Trump’s Name Removed From Kennedy Center, Blocks Planned Closure
A federal judge ordered Donald Trump’s name removed from the Kennedy Center and blocked a planned closure for renovations, setting up an appeal and fresh uncertainty over the institution’s future.
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Galaxy Digital and SharpLink plan $125M institutional onchain yield fund
Galaxy Digital and SharpLink are planning an institutional onchain yield fund with $125 million in commitments, according to company materials and Reuters reporting. The proposal would use SharpLink’s Ethereum treasury as the initial anchor asset, but it has not yet been confirmed as a completed launch.
Democratic FCC commissioner tells Disney it is the target of a 'censorship' campaign
FCC Commissioner Anna M. Gomez has accused the Trump administration and FCC leadership of running a coordinated campaign of censorship and control against Disney and ABC. The dispute centers on recent agency scrutiny of ABC stations and broader concerns over broadcaster independence.
Markets Trade a Peace Dividend While AI Builds a Debt Fueled Empire
A Reuters-reported rally driven by oil’s retreat and tech strength is colliding with a longer-running AI spending boom that is increasingly financed with debt and outside capital.
Stocks gain and oil slides after Iran peace deal report
Stocks rose and oil fell after reports of a possible U.S.-Iran memorandum, even though the deal has not been confirmed.
Could USD/JPY Break the 155 Handle?
USD/JPY is testing the 155 level as traders weigh intervention speculation, softer dollar sentiment and Middle East headlines.
S&P 500 Hits Record Highs on AI-Led Rally
The S&P 500 closed at a record high on May 5, with AI-related stocks and semiconductors helping lift the broader market.
Powell will remain on the Fed board after his chair term ends
Jerome Powell said he will stay on the Federal Reserve Board after his chair term ends, preserving his seat and narrowing Trump’s options.
AvalonBay and Equity Residential explore potential merger
AvalonBay Communities and Equity Residential are reportedly in preliminary merger talks, a potentially major deal in the apartment REIT sector.
Trump widens Iran threat as deadline on Strait of Hormuz looms and allies split on support
Trump has expanded his threats against Iran as a deadline over the Strait of Hormuz nears, while allies remain divided on how far to go.
Artemis II mission makes history with lunar flyby, historic distance
NASA’s Artemis II crew is in the middle of a lunar flyby and has surpassed Apollo 13’s distance-from-Earth record.
April 6: Iran rejects temporary ceasefire proposal as Trump deadline nears
Iran has rejected a temporary ceasefire proposal, pushing the Middle East story toward escalation as Trump holds firm on his deadline.
Stock Market Today (Apr. 6, 2026): Futures edge higher on Iran war news
U.S. stock futures edged higher as traders weighed renewed ceasefire talks in the Iran war, while oil markets stayed volatile.