In March, job growth exceeded expectations with nonfarm payrolls increasing by 228,000, higher than the revised February numbers and Dow Jones estimates. However, the unemployment rate rose to 4.2%, surpassing the forecast, amid an increase in the labor force participation rate. The report provides temporary reassurance about the stability of the labor market, despite concerns over a potential global trade war following President Trump’s tariff announcement.
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US joins Israel, strikes Iran's three nuclear sites – Top developments
In a significant escalation of Middle Eastern tensions, President Donald Trump announced US airstrikes targeting Iran's nuclear facilities at Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan, marking a direct US involvement in the conflict between Israel and Iran. The strikes, utilizing B-2 stealth bombers, were coordinated with Israel and aimed at dismantling Iran's uranium enrichment capabilities, signaling a shift in Trump's previous stance on avoiding foreign wars. Need More Context? 🔎
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