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Blue Origin set to launch rocket with reusable booster for first time
Blue Origin, the US space company of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, on Sunday will reuse a booster for the first time to launch its massive New Glenn rocket.
Strait of Hormuz to stay closed until port blockade lifts, Iran says
The crucial Strait of Hormuz will not reopen until the United States lifts its naval blockade on Iranian ports, Tehran said Saturday, as a top official warned that a final peace deal remained "far" off.
Iran closes Hormuz Strait again, as Trump warns against 'blackmail'
Iran's military declared the Strait of Hormuz closed again on Saturday, prompting ships to abandon attempts to transit the waterway and President Donald Trump to warn Tehran against trying to "blackmail" the United States.
US extends sanctions waiver on purchases of Russian oil
US President Donald Trump's administration on Friday issued a month-long sanctions waiver allowing the sale of Russian oil and petroleum products that are at sea, extending an earlier move to soften surging energy prices.
Trade ships hit in Hormuz as Iran recloses strait
Commercial ships came under fire and threats from Iran's military as they tried to cross the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, security monitors said, as Iran closed the crucial trade route again following a brief reopening.
Paramount's CinemaCon charm offensive gets lukewarm reception
Paramount Skydance was on a charm offensive at CinemaCon this week, trying to convince theater owners that its megabucks deal to swallow Warner Bros. would be good for the industry.
Iran threatens to again close Hormuz, if US blockade continues
Tehran threatened on Saturday to shut the Strait of Hormuz once more if the United States continues its blockade of Iranian ports, hours after Iran announced it had reopened the strategic waterway in the wake of a ceasefire in Lebanon.
Churches to the rescue of Cuba's legions of poor
In communist Cuba, where priests were once persecuted, churches are acting as a lifeline for the needy during a severe economic crisis aggravated by a crippling US oil blockade.
General Compute Launches ASIC-First Inference Cloud for Autonomous AI Agents
General Compute today announced its inference cloud platform built for AI agents, working with early partners now ahead of general availability on May 15, 2026. The platform runs on purpose-built AI accelerators rather than general-purpose GPUs. More information is available at generalcompute.com.
'Gouged': World Cup fans to pay 'insane' $150 for NY stadium train ticket
World Cup fans will have to pay $150 -- more than 10 times the normal price -- for the quick round-trip train between New York and Meadowlands stadium when it hosts the tournament's final and seven earlier matches, local officials said Friday, drawing outrage.
World Cup fans to pay $150 for NY stadium train ticket: official
World Cup fans will have to pay $150 for the 36-mile (58-km) roundtrip train trip between New York and Meadowlands stadium when it hosts eight matches including the final, local officials said Friday.
Polish stadium cancels Kanye West concert
A Kanye West concert scheduled to take place in a stadium in Poland in June was cancelled by the venue on Friday, following condemnation of antisemitic remarks by the US rapper.
Iran declares Hormuz open as Lebanon ceasefire begins
Tehran declared the Strait of Hormuz open to commercial shipping on Friday, as a ceasefire came into effect in Lebanon, raising hopes that two of the main obstacles to a US-Iran peace deal could have been cleared.
Frenchwoman who married GI sweetheart returns home after ICE ordeal
A Frenchwoman who moved to the United States to marry a Vietnam war veteran she first met six decades ago returned to France Friday after she was detained by US immigration authorities, the foreign minister said.
First loaded Iranian oil tankers exit Gulf since US blockade: Kpler
Three Iranian oil tankers carrying a total of five million barrels of crude have become the first such loaded vessels to leave the Gulf through the Strait of Hormuz since a US blockade came into force, the tracking firm Kpler told AFP on Friday.
Lebanese civilians head home despite Israel warning on truce
Thousands of displaced Lebanese civilians took to the road on Friday, hoping a 10-day ceasefire with Israel would allow them to return to their homes in southern Beirut and the country's war-torn south.
Oil drops, stocks mixed amid US-Iran peace hopes
Stock markets diverged and oil prices fell Friday as investors awaited news of a possible extension to the Iran-US ceasefire, with a first passing of Iranian oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz in weeks bolstering hopes.
Video game voice star Troy Baker says 'only humans' can make art
Millions of gamers around the world may not know Troy Baker's face but would recognise his voice -- perhaps as the heartbroken father Joel in "The Last of Us" or an intrepid Indiana Jones in "The Great Circle".
Lebanese civilians head home as truce with Israel takes effect
Thousands of displaced Lebanese civilians took to the road on Friday, hoping that a 10-day ceasefire with Israel would allow them to return to their homes in southern Beirut and the country's war-torn south.
War with Pakistan halts school for Afghan border children
There are no children in the Afghan border village of Barikot, where the school has been smashed by shells and the playground sits deserted after weeks of war with Pakistan.
In Belgium, prime minister's wife shares anorexia struggle
Just weeks after her husband won Belgium's national elections in 2024, Veerle Hegge found herself in hospital for an eating disorder that almost claimed her life.
Stocks reverse as investors await news on US-Iran peace talks
Stock markets fell Friday as investors awaited news of an extension to the Iran-US ceasefire, while crude prices edged back down following the previous day's rally.
Netflix shares dive as co-founder Reed Hastings steps away
Netflix shares plummeted more than nine percent Thursday as the TV streaming titan's quarterly earnings failed to impress investors and co-founder Reed Hastings announced he is leaving.
MERXWIRE Expands Art Media Influence and Becomes International Art Fair Partner
PARIS, FRANCE / ACCESS Newswire / April 17, 2026 / According to a report by The Business Research Company, the global art market is valued at USD 552.9 billion in 2025 and is projected to grow to USD 739.9 billion by 2030, with digitalization emerging as one of the key market trends. As the art market moves toward globalization and digital transformation, digital platform exposure has become a critical factor in the success of art events. MERXWIRE has established its presence in the art sector by integrating media resources and social media advertising, becoming a partner for numerous international exhibitions and art institutions.
Redwood AI Announces Collaboration with Aidos Innovations, Aimed at Enhancing Public Safety Collaboration with B.C. Government, Canadian Federal and Local Law Enforcement Agencies to Tackle the Fentanyl Crisis in British Columbia
Track and Trace Initiative Aims to Combine AI-supported Detection, Attribution, and Decision-Support Tools to Strengthen Public Safety and Public Health Response
Vulcan Minerals Inc. - Grant of Incentive Stock Options
ST. JOHN'S, NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR / ACCESS Newswire / April 17, 2026 / Vulcan Minerals Inc. ("the Company" - "Vulcan" TSX-V:VUL), announces it has granted 2,550,000 incentive stock options to directors and employees exercisable at $0.23 for a period of ten years pursuant to its Stock Option Plan and subject to TSX Venture Exchange approval. The Company has 12,990,240 shares reserved for issuance of which 4,900,000 are issued and outstanding prior to this current grant.
Calvin B. Taylor Bankshares, Inc. Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend of $0.38 per Share
BERLIN, MD / ACCESS Newswire / April 17, 2026 / Calvin B. Taylor Bankshares, Inc. (OTCQX:TYCB), parent company of Calvin B. Taylor Bank, announced that the Board of Directors declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.38 per share for the first quarter of 2026. This dividend is payable on May 7, 2026, to stockholders of record as of the close of business on April 27, 2026.
TGI Solar Power Group Inc. and MetaSense Inc. Advance Strategic Partnership to Build Integrated Workforce Intelligence Infrastructure for Next-Generation Industries
Expanded Collaboration to Deploy Agentic AI Workforce Ecosystems, Adaptive Project Execution Frameworks, and Global Talent Mobility Infrastructure Across Advanced Industrial Sectors
D. Boral Capital acted as Exclusive Placement Agent to Genius Group Limited (NYSE:GNS) in Connection with its $8,000,000 Registered Direct Offering
NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / April 17, 2026 / On April 16, 2026, Genius Group Limited (NYSE:GNS) ("Genius Group" or the "Company") a leading AI-powered education group, announced the closing of its previously announced Registered Direct Offering for the purchase and sale of 21,621,621 ordinary shares (or pre-funded warrants in lieu thereof). The Company received total gross proceeds of $8,000,000, before deducting commissions and offering expenses.
Sihoo Launches the Doro C300 Pro V2, a Full-Body Adaptive Design That Ends Support Loss in Motion
Sihoo Doro C300 Pro V2 brings intelligent, synchronized full-body support to users of every shape and size.
IRS Private Debt Collectors Are Expanding in 2026 - Clear Start Tax Warns Taxpayers to Know Their Rights Before Picking Up the Phone
The IRS has ramped up its use of private collection agencies, and millions of taxpayers may not know who is really calling - or what rights they have when they answer.
Nevermiss Launches AI Receptionist to Help Small Businesses Capture Leads and Boost Revenue
JACKSONVILLE, FL / ACCESS Newswire / April 17, 2026 / In the modern service economy, the speed of response is often the primary determinant of a business's commercial success. For small businesses-particularly in sectors such as home services, healthcare, and professional consulting-every missed call represents a tangible loss in revenue and potential long-term growth. To address the critical issue of unanswered customer inquiries, Nevermiss today announced the launch of its advanced AI-powered receptionist platform, designed to ensure that no call goes unanswered, regardless of the time of day or the volume of incoming requests.