Bank of Japan is expected to hike rates this week, CNBC survey shows

In a 3-2 win over the Vegas Golden Knights, Leon Draisaitl redeemed himself after a poor start by scoring a crucial goal in the second period for the Edmonton Oilers. Calvin Pickard also made a key save late in the game. Other standout players included Vasily Podzolzin, Viktor Arvidsson, Zach Hyman, and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, who all contributed positively to the team's performance. Full Article

President Trump is threatening to impose global tariffs, causing chaos and fears of a trade war in the UK and beyond. UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is scrambling to prevent the tariffs, offering concessions and potential tax cuts to US tech firms. The impact on various industries, such as the motor industry and agriculture, is highlighted, with concerns about job losses and economic turmoil looming. Full Article

China's military conducted joint exercises off the coast of Taiwan, aiming to send a "stern warning" to those challenging peace in the Taiwan Strait. The drills, targeting Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te administration's independence provocations, involved assaults on maritime and ground targets. In response, the U.S. pledged to bolster defense ties with Japan and the Philippines to counter China and prevent the seizure of Taiwan, amid ongoing tensions in the region. Full Article

The renewed investigation of a ranch in western Mexico reveals details about the operations of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, led by Nemesio Rubén “el Mencho” Oseguera Cervantes. The cartel, with 19,000 members, recruits through pay, ex-military and police, and forced methods, using social platforms to lure unsuspecting victims. The cartel's rapid rise to power, control of various territories, and alliances with other criminal groups highlight its violent tactics and ability to operate with impunity,...

Val Kilmer, a versatile Hollywood actor known for his leading roles as Jim Morrison and Batman, died at 65 in Los Angeles due to pneumonia. Despite early success in blockbuster films like "Top Gun" and "Batman Forever," Kilmer also excelled in supporting roles in movies like "Heat" and "The Saint." His enigmatic personality and unpredictable nature left a lasting impression on both audiences and industry insiders, making him a memorable figure in Hollywood history. Full...

The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a small plane crash in Tuscarwas County involving a 1973 Cessna 310Q that occurred just after 5 p.m. in Mill Township. The pilot, the sole occupant, died in the crash, which took place shortly after takeoff from Harry Clever Field Airport with no distress calls made prior to the incident. The National Transportation Safety Board and Federal Aviation Administration will conduct their own investigations into the cause of...