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Singapore flags weaker tourism spending as global travel industry faces uncertainty

Singapore expects tourism spending to ease from last year’s record, even as visitor arrivals continue to rise.

Modi says Iran war poses severe risks to India, urges cuts in fuel use and gold purchases

Modi appealed to Indians to cut fuel use, overseas travel and gold purchases as the Middle East conflict exposes India’s heavy reliance on imported energy.

Jackson Financial Q1 Earnings Call Highlights

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Jackson Financial (NYSE:JXN) executives said the insurer opened 2026 with stronger annuity sales, higher operating earnings excluding notable items and continued capital returns, while reaffirming full-year free capital generation and shareholder return targets. On the company’s

Dua Lipa sues Samsung for $15m over use of her image on TV boxes

The pop star's legal team alleges a photograph of her face was used on Samsung television boxes without permission.

Iran says it will 'never bow' as Trump rejects peace counteroffer, prolonging Middle East conflict

Washington has sought to press Beijing to lean on Tehran to reopen the strait, though China's appetite to act as a pressure mechanism remains unclear.

Do you need a chief AI officer? Here's how the tech is changing boardrooms

AI may now be coming for the C-suite, according to a report published Monday by IBM, which found that most companies were now staffing chief AI officer roles.

China consumer, wholesale inflation tops estimates in April as Iran war drives energy costs higher

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China has cushioned the worst of the energy shock through its strategic oil stockpiles and a diversified mix of renewable energy sources.

CNBC Daily Open: Iran proposes, Trump opposes, Xi watches

The focus from the Iran war will likely take center stage during the talks, which could leave less scope to resolve issues like tariffs and rare earth supplies.

Oil prices jump after Trump dismisses Iran proposal to end war

The Strait of Hormuz waterway remains effectively shut, severely disrupting global energy shipments.

IonQ Q1 Earnings Call Highlights

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Quantum Earnings Season Is Ramping Up—What to Watch From 2 Major PlayersIonQ (NYSE:IONQ) reported what executives described as the strongest quarter in the company’s history, citing record revenue, a sharply higher backlog metric and continued demand across its quantum computing,