Brazil's bond market could be an ‘oasis’ for some investors as Trump ramps up tariff threats

The Trump administration has targeted Harvard University, cancelling its ability to enroll international students, which puts the academic futures of students like Cleo Carney, daughter of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, at risk. Following a lawsuit, Harvard won an initial court ruling allowing it to continue enrolling international students while the case proceeds, highlighting the importance of these students to the university and the country. As a first-year economics student and sustainability advocate at Harvard,...

The Palestinian group Hamas has submitted its response to a Gaza ceasefire proposal by US envoy Steve Witkoff, calling for a permanent ceasefire, complete Israeli withdrawal from Gaza, and guarantees for ongoing humanitarian aid. While Hamas suggested a prisoner exchange involving the release of 10 Israeli captives and the return of 18 bodies in exchange for Palestinian prisoners, it did not explicitly approve the proposal. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accepted the outline, which...

Train veers off the tracks in Russia’s Bryansk region after ‘illegal interference’ caused a bridge to collapse, officials say.A passenger train derailed in Russia's Bryansk region, resulting in at least seven deaths and 30 injuries after colliding with a collapsed bridge, attributed to "illegal interference." The incident occurred near Vygonichi as the train was traveling from Klimov to Moscow, with reports suggesting the bridge may have been blown up. Meanwhile, Ukraine faced air attacks, and...

A recent crash involving a pickup truck and a tour van near Yellowstone National Park resulted in seven fatalities, including the driver, Isaiah Moreno, 25, who had a blood alcohol level of .20%, more than twice the legal limit. The collision occurred when Moreno's vehicle crossed the center line on U.S. Highway 20, leading to both vehicles igniting in flames; six victims were from China, Italy, and California. Survivors were hospitalized, and police emphasized the...

Summary Egypt, Tunisia, and Algeria called for an immediate end to the escalation in Libya and urged for simultaneous parliamentary and presidential elections during a trilateral meeting in Cairo. The foreign ministers emphasized the need for restraint among Libyan parties amid renewed clashes in Tripoli, highlighting the importance of advancing Libya’s political process and unifying institutions. This meeting aims to reactivate a previously suspended tripartite coordination mechanism to support peace and stability in Libya, with...

Edna Nicole Luckett captivates audiences with her soulful Blues performances at Red's juke joint in Clarksdale, Mississippi, a historic site for American music, now enjoying renewed attention thanks to Ryan Coogler's film "Sinners." The movie, which has grossed over $300 million, tells the story of twin brothers returning to Clarksdale post-WWI, blending musical, horror, and historical elements, while showcasing the town's rich Blues heritage. Local residents, including Luckett, express pride in the film's respectful representation...