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San Jose Sharks sign Eric Pohlkamp, NCAA's top-scoring defenseman
The San Jose Sharks have signed University of Denver defenseman Eric Pohlkamp, the highest-scoring defenseman in the NCAA this season, to a two-year, entry-level contract, the team announced on Thursday. The Sharks drafted Pohlkamp with a fifth-round pick in 2023.The 22-year-old started his collegiate career at Bemidji State before transferring to Denver for his sophomore and junior seasons. The native of Baxter, Minn., had 18 goals and 21 assists in 43 games this season as the Pioneers won the...
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani says Iran war is worsening a cost of living crisis
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Wednesday condemned the U.S. war with Iran, saying it has inflated costs in New York City that were already high.“While this war has exacerbated a cost of living crisis, that is a crisis that existed from even before the time I was running for mayor, and it’s reflected in the fact that we are the most expensive city in the United States of America,” the mayor told NBC News’ “Meet the Press” in an interview clip released Thursday
War on Iran could trigger global famine – charity founder
Disruption of fertilizer flows through the Strait of Hormuz could slash harvests, Jose Andres of World Central Kitchen has warned Disruptions to fertilizer supplies caused by the US-Israeli war on Iran risk triggering a multi-year food crisis globally, World Central Kitchen (WCK) founder Jose Andres has warned. Tensions around the Strait of Hormuz have already driven up energy prices and rattled the global economy, disrupting one of the world’s most important trade arter...
Pakistan minister briefs Rothschild team on Pakistan’s plan to re-enter global capital markets
PakistanPakistan minister briefs Rothschild team on Pakistan’s plan to re-enter global capital marketsBy Web Desk-Apr 17, 2026Pakistan has stepped up efforts to re-enter international financial markets, as Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue of Pakistan Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb held talks with senior representatives of Rothschild & Co. on the sidelines of the World Bank–IMF Spring Meetings 2026. During the meeting, the finance minister briefed the Rothschild team on Pakistan’s active...
Newly unsealed records reveal Amazon’s price-fixing tactics, California attorney general claims
Exclusive: A trove of previously redacted documents was filed as part of the tech giant’s anti-trust battle with the state of California. Amazon denies it engages in price-fixingHundreds of previously redacted records reveal how Amazon has pressured independent sellers using its platform into raising their prices on the sites of competitors like Walmart and Target, so that Amazon can appear to have lower prices, California authorities allege.The global conglomerate became concerned even if a com...
Nomura Economist Anderson Warns of Stagflation Risks in Europe
Josie Anderson, European economist at Nomura, discussed the heightened risk of stagflation in Europe due to the ongoing war, the conflict is generating significant uncertainty for both businesses and consumers, leading to suppressed demand and rising cost pressures. (Source: Bloomberg)
Schwab Considering Prediction Markets Tied to Finance Events
Charles Schwab Corp. is likely to launch prediction markets linked to financial events as competitors including Robinhood Markets Inc. expand their presence in the space. Schwab is “taking a hard look” at prediction markets, Chief Executive Officer Rick Wurster said on a conference call Thursday, but would stay away from allowing customers to place wagers on sports or pop culture given the firm’s focus on building clients’ long-term wealth. Schwab's CEO Rick Wurster joined Bloomberg Businesswee...
Dixon Sees Continued Selective US Market Strength Amid Middle East Uncertainty
Noel Dixon, Senior Macro Strategist at State Street, discussed investor sentiment and market dynamics despite heightened geopolitical uncertainty in the Middle East. He noted that while much positive news is already priced in, the rally can continue, particularly with a shift toward higher commodity prices creating differentiated winners and losers across regions. The US is expected to be more insulated compared to the UK and Eurozone, necessitating a more selective investment approach. (Source:...
Europe will run out of jet fuel in ‘6 weeks or so,’ key official warns
International Energy Agency (IEA) Executive Director Fatih Birol on Thursday warned that Europe will run out of jet fuel in “six weeks or so” if the closure of the Strait of Hormuz drags on. Birol told The Associated Press that the strait’s closure has caused “the largest energy crisis we have ever faced.” The closure…
RFK Jr and podcast guest suggest food is affordable in the US – despite rising costs
Health secretary and chef Robert Irvine claim Americans could eat healthier and more cheaply if they shopped betterSign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxThe first episode of the new Secretary Kennedy Podcast, produced by the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), opens with this quote from guest Robert Irvine, who creates meal plans for the US military: “We talk about food being expensive. If you’re buying expensive food, it’s expensive. But if y...
Stephanie Guild on Sector Performance Amid Speculative Stock Surges
Stephanie Guild, CIO of Robinhood, discussed recent market dynamics, emphasizing that the so-called 'Mag Seven' tech stocks are not performing uniformly, the extraordinary surge in Allbirds shares, which jumped over 600% after announcing a pivot from shoemaking to becoming a neo cloud provider. (Source: Bloomberg)
NPR gets $113 million in gifts, including $80 million from Connie Ballmer
MoneyWatch NPR receives $113 million in charitable gifts, including $80 million from Connie Ballmer .chip { background-image: url('/fly/bundles/cbsnewscore/images/chip-bgd/chip-bgd-moneywatch.jpg'); } By Megan Cerullo Megan Cerullo Reporter, MoneyWatch Megan Cerullo is a New York-based reporter for CBS MoneyWatch covering small business, workplace, health care, consumer spending and personal finance topics. She regularly appears on CBS News 24/7 to discuss her reporting. Read Full Bio Megan Ceru...
Job Opportunities in Germany- April 2026
PakistanJob Opportunities in Germany- April 2026By Web Desk-Apr 17, 2026The Bureau of Emigration & Overseas Employment of Pakistan has highlighted growing demand for skilled workers, particularly Nursing professionals in Germany, as Germany faces an increasing shortage of healthcare professionals driven by its ageing population and rising life expectancy. According to the Bureau of Emigration & Overseas Employment, Germany’s healthcare system is experiencing sustained demand for qualifi...
Slash, a Ramp competitor founded by teenagers, raises $100M at $1.4B valuation
Slash Financial, which offers business banking accounts, corporate credit cards, transfers and crypto, has raised a $100 million Series C round at a $1.4 billion valuation from a crowd of A-list investors, the company announced. Fintech-focused Ribbit Capital, Khosla and Goodwater Capital led the round. Returning investors NEA and Y Combinator also invested.
ECB’s Dolenc Says Falling Energy Prices Challenge Case for Hikes
Declining energy prices have moved the euro-zone economy back toward the European Central Bank’s base case and may mean interest-rate increases aren’t needed, according to Governing Council member Primoz Dolenc.
Government Approves Draft Decree on Financial Support for Candidates Under 35
Rabat — The Moroccan government has approved a draft decree aimed at strengthening youth participation in political life by introducing public financial support for electoral lists led by candidates under the age of 35. Meeting on Thursday in Rabat under the chairmanship of Head of Government Aziz Akhannouch, the Council of Government adopted draft decree No. 2.26.311, which sets out the conditions and procedures for granting public funding to candidate lists presented in general elections for t...
Bootstrapped To $1 Billion: How Lectric eBikes Is Dominating The D2C Market Out Of Arizona
How do you build a $1 billion direct-to-consumer business without relying on the traditional venture capital playbook? Forbes' Alex York sits down with Levi Conlow, co-founder and CEO of Lectric eBikes, to unpack how his company became North America’s largest e-bike brand. Despite a shrinking post-boom market, supply chain friction, and looming tariffs, Lectric continues to grow profitably by focusing on operational leverage, aggressive component negotiations, and a radically different approach...
Morocco to See MAD 1 Increase in Diesel Prices Starting Today
Agadir – Diesel costs are set to rise by approximately MAD 1per liter starting on April 16. The adjustment will bring diesel prices in some areas in Morocco from around MAD 14.50 to roughly MAD 15.50 per liter, while gasoline prices are expected to remain stable at about MAD 15.50 per liter. This latest increase followed a continued trend in rising fuel costs observed since the outbreak of recent geopolitical tensions which affect the global energy markets. Diesel prices in Morocco have s...
Mamdani, Hochul team up on pied-à-terre tax: What to know
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani (D) have proposed a new tax on property owners who have second homes in New York City worth more than $5 million, in an effort to narrow the city’s budget deficit by targeting the ultrawealthy. The “pied-à-terre tax” would be an annual…
Europe Has "6 Weeks Or So" Of Jet Fuel Left Warns Energy Agency Head
IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol painted a sobering picture of the global repercussions of what he called "the largest energy crisis we have ever faced," stemming from the pinch-off of oil, gas and other vital supplies through the Strait of Hormuz.