Due to the escalation of the conflict and famine in South Sudan, 7. 7 million people need help. The UN reports that the situation has reached a critical level, especially in the Greater Upper Nile region.
Oil prices fell to their lowest level since February 2021 due to concerns about demand amid the US-China trade war. An oil surplus is expected in the market due to increased OPEC+ production.
At least 50 hippos and other large animals have died from anthrax in Virunga National Park. Authorities are taking measures to prevent further spread of the disease.
The email system of the US Office of the Comptroller of the Currency has been hacked. Attackers gained unauthorized access to confidential information.
Donald Trump has announced the introduction of tariffs on the import of pharmaceutical products into the United States. This should encourage pharmaceutical companies to move production to the country.
New trade restrictions with ultra-high duties of 104% on Chinese imports have entered into force in the US. Financial markets have reacted with a fall in indices and currencies in Asia.
Elon Musk's department uses AI to identify employees who criticize Trump. The DOGE team monitors federal agencies and uses the Grok chatbot.
The Italian antitrust authority has fined a ticket sales company and six tour operators €20 million for hoarding tickets to the Colosseum. This restricted tourists' access to the amphitheater.
Diabetes in pregnant women increases the risk of brain development disorders in children by 28%, including autism and ADHD. The risk is higher with diabetes before pregnancy.
Oil prices rose, recovering from a fall due to fears that US tariffs will lead to a recession. Analysts warn that downside risks remain.
A 4 km ash column rose over the Philippines due to the eruption of the Kanlaon volcano. The third level of danger is maintained, there is a threat of lava flows.
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has ordered the army to be put on high alert. Tehran does not want direct negotiations on the nuclear program, but is ready for dialogue through the mediation of Oman.
On April 5, 1200 protests against Trump and Musk are planned in the US, which will take place in all 50 states, as well as in Canada, Great Britain, France, Germany, Mexico and Portugal. The organizers expect the biggest wave of protests.
The investigation revealed that Russia is likely behind the parcel explosions in Great Britain, Germany and Poland. Homemade incendiary devices were hidden in parcels with sex toys.
Ukrainian citizens in the US received letters about the cancellation of humanitarian status. Later, the US Department of Homeland Security announced that it was a mistake and the program had not been canceled.
russia is trying to return 300 billion dollars of frozen assets, offering countries to purchase goods in exchange for assistance. Zelensky stated that Europe is not going to give them back.
Egg prices in the USA have risen to a record high before Easter due to bird flu. Because of this, Americans have started looking for alternatives, painting potatoes and other products.
Global stock markets fell after Trump announced new tariffs. Nike, Apple, H&M and other companies that depend on imports were the most affected.
Trump's support fell to the lowest level since returning to office – 43%. The reason is the outrage of Americans at his tariff policy and the leak of information about strikes on Yemen.
The leaders of Canada and Mexico discussed a joint action plan against trade restrictions imposed by the United States. Carney announced his intention to fight unfair actions.
Amazon plans to launch 27 Project Kuiper satellites on April 9. The company is going to compete with Elon Musk's SpaceX, which has launched over 8,000 Starlink satellites.
Amazon and OnlyFans founder Tim Stokely have expressed interest in acquiring TikTok as the deadline to find a buyer in the US approaches. This comes amid concerns about the app's ties to China.
Russian representative Kirill Dmitriev received a license to visit the United States, where he met with representatives of the Trump administration.
Tornadoes and heavy rains have passed through the central and southern US states. Power lines were destroyed, buildings and trees were damaged in Missouri, Arkansas, Tennessee and other states.
Taiwan reported the detection of 59 Chinese aircraft and 23 ships near the island. Some of the aircraft crossed the median line of the strait, which is an unofficial border.
S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures fell after Trump announced new tariffs on imports from China, the EU and Japan. Gold prices rose amid investor concerns.
The Trump administration is imposing a 25% duty on imports of beer and empty aluminum cans from April 4. This decision will affect beer imports of $7.5 billion, where Mexico is the leader.
The US is demanding that the EU continue to purchase American weapons. This comes amid Europe's desire to develop its own defense industry, limiting the role of companies from the US and Britain.
The authorities condemned the calls for a boycott organized by the opposition after the arrest of the mayor of Istanbul. The Minister of Trade called it an attempt to undermine the country's economic stability.
China has launched the second phase of military exercises around Taiwan, Strait Thunder-2025A, to blockade the island. The international community has expressed concern about China's actions.
