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World
US House votes to halt Iran war, in rebuke to Trump
In the 215-208 vote, four Republicans joined Democrats to pass the measure, which had failed in three previous attempts.
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Markets
US announces new tariffs over forced labour concerns
It comes after the US Supreme Court struck down many of US President Donald Trump's previous duties in February.
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Markets
SpaceX says its worth $1.75tn as it nears stock market debut
Elon Musk’s space exploration company set a target price for buyers earlier than expected.
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Crypto
US Treasury Secretary signals progress on Bitcoin reserve, CLARITY Act
Scott Bessent said that the Treasury Department was “proceeding with all deliberate speed” on Donald Trump’s 2025 executive order to establish a strategic Bitcoin reserve and digital asset stockpile.
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World
Israeli strikes kill nine in Lebanon as Hezbollah fires rockets over border
The incidents strain a partial ceasefire agreed by Israel and the Lebanese armed group on Monday.
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