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The US Interior Department announced that TotalEnergies will receive nearly $928 million to cancel offshore wind leases off North Carolina and New York. The company will instead invest in US fossil fuel projects, including a liquefied natural gas plant in Texas, reflecting a shift away from renewable energy under the current administration.
Orthodox Easter has been celebrated in Jerusalem under a clear sky after nearly six weeks of church closures due to the US-Israel war with Iran. Meanwhile, in New York, a Passover Seder featuring Mayor Mamdani has been disrupted by heckling over his stance on Israel and antisemitism, highlighting divisions within the Jewish community. The events reflect ongoing conflict and political tensions.
A humanoid robot developed by Chinese smartphone maker Honor has completed a 13-mile half-marathon in 50 minutes and 26 seconds, surpassing the human world record of 57 minutes and 20 seconds. The event in Beijing has seen rapid progress from last year, with over 100 robots competing and many running faster than professional athletes.
Airlines face higher fuel bills as Middle East tensions push jet fuel prices up. IATA forecasts profits will halve in 2026 while fares rise to cover costs; some carriers warn of tougher times ahead as demand stays resilient.
Georgia moves toward a high-stakes Senate race as Democrat Jon Ossoff eyes re-election in a state that remains competitive. Republican Mike Collins has secured the GOP nomination and faces an uphill battle against Ossoff, who has built a robust fundraising operation. The outcome hinges on Florida- and Georgia-centered dynamics, with national implications for control of the chamber.
Global tech shares rebound as major indices recover from the previous session's sell-off. South Korea's Kospi leads gains after a steep drop, with Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix rallying, while other markets show mixed performance as investors reassess AI-driven valuations.
Meta Platforms has directed internal teams to develop Arena, a standalone smartphone app modeled on Polymarket and Kalshi. Arena would initially use a points-based system rather than real money and would be separate from Meta’s main apps, with potential future money wagering. The project is part of a broader push to capitalize on evolving online behavior.
The Senate and House have passed a war powers resolution related to U.S. actions in Iran. The vote is largely party-line in a narrowly divided Congress, with four Republicans joining Democrats to approve the measure, while one Democrat opposes. The resolution is symbolic and does not force immediate policy changes, but signals congressional unease with ongoing military actions.
Gen. Christopher Donahue will relinquish command on July 2, with Maj. Gen. Christopher Norrie taking interim duties. The move accompanies a Pentagon review of Afghanistan withdrawal and a broader push by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to shrink the senior ranks, while discussions consider downgrading U.S. Army Europe and Africa from four-star to three-star.