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Klarna says Swedish court delayed judgment in Google antitrust damages case
Klarna says a Swedish court delayed judgment in the PriceRunner antitrust damages case against Google, pushing the ruling date to June 10.
When science informs health decisions: An interview with Professor Alpha Kabinet Keita (Guinea)
WHO Africa has published a World Health Day interview with Professor Alpha Kabinet Keita of Guinea on using science, data and community engagement in health decisions.
Women at the frontline of Nigeria’s disease detection and response
WHO Africa says women health workers in Nigeria are improving disease detection and vaccination outreach, including a women-led measles response in Nasarawa State.
Non-life insurers log 9.3% premium growth in FY26 amid GST relief
India’s non-life insurance sector grew about 9% to 9.3% in FY26, with reports pointing to the GST exemption on individual health insurance as a key tailwind.
NUP’s Mufumbiro denied bail
Ugandan reports say NUP deputy spokesperson Alex Waiswa Mufumbiro was denied bail while on remand. Separate coverage says he asked for temporary release to attend his wife’s burial after her death on April 9.
Treasury launches cybersecurity information-sharing initiative for the digital asset industry
The Treasury Department said it has launched a cybersecurity information-sharing initiative for the digital asset industry to help firms spot threats and manage risk.
Pioneering wildlife cameraman Doug Allan dies in Nepal
Doug Allan, the wildlife cameraman and photographer known for BBC natural history programmes including Blue Planet, has died in Nepal, according to BBC News.
Where in Europe are workers the most stressed?
Gallup's 2026 workplace report says Europe has the lowest engagement globally, while Greece, Malta and Cyprus record the highest stress levels in Europe.
Colombia's Petro calls economic emergency, fresh financing law
President Gustavo Petro says Colombia will seek a new economic emergency decree and tax reform bill to help balance the 2026 budget.
Israeli army says strikes key naval sonar facility in southern Iran
The Israeli army says it struck a naval sonar and underwater detection facility in Shiraz, southern Iran, as part of broader attacks in the area.
The Latest: Iran says it has accepted a two-week ceasefire in the war
Iran’s reported acceptance of a two-week ceasefire pauses immediate escalation, but the deal’s scope and durability remain uncertain.
Maersk removes Jebel Ali from Mesawa service and switches the loop to biweekly
Maersk is cutting its Mesawa service to biweekly and dropping Jebel Ali from the rotation, with the first revised sailing due in May.
Zimbabwe launches new bank notes aimed at boosting confidence in local currency
Zimbabwe has started circulating upgraded ZiG banknotes from April 7, 2026, as the central bank tries to improve cash availability, transactional convenience and confidence in the local currency.
South Sudan President Salva Kiir fires parliament speaker and deputy
South Sudan’s president has reportedly removed parliament speaker Jemma Nunu Kumba and deputy speaker Permena Awerial Aluong in a sudden leadership shake-up.
Italian energy giant ENI announces gas discovery off Egypt coast
Eni has announced a new gas and condensate discovery offshore Egypt, with preliminary estimates of about 2 trillion cubic feet of gas in place.
Three gunmen open fire on police outside Israeli consulate in Istanbul
Three assailants opened fire on police outside the building housing the Israeli consulate in Istanbul, prompting an investigation by Turkish authorities.
IMF chief says Middle East war will raise prices and slow global growth
The IMF chief says the Middle East war will lift inflation and slow global growth, echoing earlier warnings from the Fund.
Burkina Faso government denies Human Rights Watch report alleging more than 1,800 killed since junta took power
Burkina Faso’s government has rejected a Human Rights Watch report alleging widespread killings and abuses since the 2022 coup.
Israel, Iran trade new strikes as Trump threatens escalation over Strait of Hormuz
Israel and Iran exchanged new blows on April 6 as Trump escalated threats over the Strait of Hormuz and Iran rejected a 45-day ceasefire proposal.
Iran rejects reported 45-day ceasefire proposal as Trump deadline looms
Iran has rejected a reported 45-day ceasefire proposal tied to the Strait of Hormuz while Trump’s deadline and U.S. pressure continue to build.
Trump’s Iran deadline and ceasefire talks intensify as Tehran rejects 45-day proposal
Iran rejected the latest 45-day ceasefire proposal, AP reported, while Trump’s deadline and threats over the Strait of Hormuz remain in focus.
Volkswagen Group previews four world premieres for Auto China 2026
Volkswagen Group says it will unveil four world premieres in Beijing ahead of Auto China 2026 as it expands its China-specific EV push.
AMRO releases AREO 2026 on ASEAN+3 growth and energy shock risks
AMRO released AREO 2026, projecting 4.0% ASEAN+3 growth in 2026 and 2027 while flagging energy-supply disruptions as a downside risk.
Power Automation signs exclusive Singapore distributorship with TBEA
SP Group says Power Automation has signed an exclusive Singapore distributorship with TBEA to widen its power equipment portfolio.