Dow drops by 350 points, oil rises above $100 following US announcement of Strait of Hormuz blockade
U.S. Stock Market Declines Amid Rising Oil Prices U.S. stocks experienced a dip on Monday morning, as oil prices surged past $100 a barrel following President Trump’s declaration of a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, coinciding with a tense ceasefire with Iran. By 9:35 a.m. ET, the Dow Jones Industrial Average had plummeted by […]
Dow futures fall by 450 points following Trump’s announcement of a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz amid failed negotiations.
Stock Futures Dip After Strait of Hormuz Closure Announcement U.S. stock futures took a downturn on Sunday evening after President Trump declared a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, following unsuccessful peace talks between the U.S. and Iran the previous weekend. Futures for the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped by 517 points, or about 1.1%. […]
Rep. Eric Swalwell’s lawyer refutes wrongdoing and points to poor judgment.
Swalwell’s Legal Team Addresses Misconduct Allegations Representative Eric Swalwell’s attorney, Elias Davayer, stated that while the California congressman denies all allegations of sexual misconduct, he acknowledges a “mistake in judgment.” This admission comes as Swalwell has seen numerous endorsements pulled in light of claims made by multiple women. “These allegations are taken seriously,” Davayer remarked. […]
Trump delays intended military action against Iran, points to advancements in peace negotiations.
Trump Delays Military Action Against Iran On Tuesday, President Donald Trump announced a two-week delay in military actions against Iran. This decision followed discussions with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir. Trump stated that the request from these leaders led the U.S. to pause its “destructive forces” targeted at Iran. Previously, […]
Dow futures rise 900 points, oil drops as Trump delays Iran strikes for two weeks: Live updates
U.S. Stock Futures Surge Following Temporary Ceasefire with Iran Traders were busy on the New York Stock Exchange floor, particularly when the opening bell rang on April 7, 2026. The atmosphere shifted dramatically after President Donald Trump declared a two-week pause in military actions against Iran, responding to an 8 p.m. ET deadline. This halt […]
Dow drops 180 points, oil rises as Trump’s deadline for Iran bombing nears
On Tuesday, U.S. stocks dipped while oil prices climbed as the clock ticked down to President Trump’s 8 p.m. ET deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Many investors seemed to believe a deal wouldn’t materialize in time. By around 2:20 p.m. ET, the Dow Jones Industrial Average had dropped 175 points, which […]
Daughter of missing American in the Bahamas points to ‘past problems’ and calls for investigation
American woman missing at sea, FBI expert involved in Bahamas boat trip disappearance case Lynette Hooker, a 56-year-old American, vanished at sea on April 4 after her husband claimed she fell overboard during a boating excursion in the Bahamas. Former FBI Special Agent Nicole Parker has commented on the baffling details of the situation, which […]
The ideal time to use your credit card points after earning them
Welcome to Points Pro Every week, we tackle your questions about travel rewards and credit cards. If you’ve got a question, feel free to submit it. This week, we have a question from CNBC Select Editor Nicoletta Richardson: How long should I accumulate points and use them, especially for travel? Honestly, it really depends on […]
Cooper Flagg tallies 45 points against the Lakers, tying Allen Iverson’s rookie achievement.
Cooper Flagg Shines in Mavericks Victory Over Lakers In a competitive Sunday matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers, Cooper Flagg entered the game competing for the NBA Rookie of the Year title alongside his former Duke teammate, Con Knuppel. Flagg, who was on track to score 51 points, needed one more stellar performance to bolster […]
3 Important Points Every New Bitcoin Investor Should Know Before Purchasing
Bitcoin (Cryptocurrency: BTC) has seen a 45% decrease in just six months. Such volatility can be quite unsettling, especially for new investors, yet it’s really just a typical moment in the life of this asset. However, before committing your money to Bitcoin, it’s important to grasp what you’re truly getting into, so let’s examine this […]