Sterling edged higher against the dollar on Thursday as investors reacted to developments surrounding the Iran conflict, while also monitoring British local elections that could increase political pressure on Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The pound was last up 0.2% against the dollar at $1.3621, adding to Wednesday’s 0.4% rise. Traders responded to reports suggesting the
The Morning Bull – US Market Morning Update Thursday, May, 7 2026 E-mini S&P 500 futures are a touch higher this morning, as investors weigh easing tensions in the Middle East against fresh signs of a mixed global economy. Hopes for progress in US Iran talks have pushed oil prices lower and pulled the US
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Home » Videos » Polls open in UK local elections seen as a referendum on Keir Starmer (Video) Posted By: Social News XYZ May 7, 2026 British voters cast ballots Thursday in local and regional elections that could shake up the countrys politics and deliver a heavy blow to embattled Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The
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When the World Cup comes to California in June 2026, most visitors will understandably focus on matchdays at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara and SoFi Stadium in Inglewood. Yet for fans travelling long distances, the tournament also opens the door to something else: the chance to experience a state celebrated for its remarkable diversity of
Information for Moonshot AI’s Kimi chatbot arranged on a computer in Shanghai, China, on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026. Chinese firms such as Moonshot have released AI models that approach the capabilities of leading systems from US companies, spurred on by a government that has made AI leadership a national priority. Photographer: Raul Ariano/Bloomberg via Getty
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The World Health Organisation on Thursday dismissed concerns that the hantavirus outbreak could spiral into a global pandemic. Panic set in after at least eight cases of hantavirus were confirmed after an outbreak on a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean. Panic set in after at least eight cases of hantavirus were confirmed after an
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Newsfrom Japan Economy May 7, 2026 20:16 (JST) Tokyo, May 7 (Jiji Press)–The Japanese government and the Bank of Japan likely intervened into the foreign exchange market again to buy yen for dollars earlier this month, during Japan’s Golden Week holiday period, it was learned Thursday. Market sources estimated the intervention size during the period
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A trader works on the floor of the American Stock Exchange AMEX) at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York, US, on Wednesday, May 6, 2026. Michael Nagle | Bloomberg | Getty Images Aggressive options trading in the semiconductor stocks is creating a volatility spread that’s being used by traders to stay bullish
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MOSCOW, May 7 (Reuters) – The Kremlin said on Thursday extra security measures were being put in place for Russian President Vladimir Putin in case of a Ukrainian attack on May 9 celebrations marking the anniversary of victory in World War Two. “You know that on the eve of major holidays, and, of course, perhaps
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Share on PinterestMany factors affect brain health, but it’s never too late to improve it, a new AHA statement argues. RapidEye/Getty Images A person’s brain health is affected by their physical and psychological health, experiences from infancy throughout their lifetime, and some environmental factors. Healthy lifestyle habits, such as eating a healthy diet, not smoking,
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The Independent Football Regulator (IFR) has been urged to stop Premier League clubs from accepting sponsorship from gambling companies unlicensed in the UK in the latest public consultation over its licensing regime. Entain, the global sports betting company that owns Ladbrokes and Coral, has submitted a response to the IFR asking for a clarification of
4 min readNew DelhiMay 7, 2026 05:57 PM IST Japan has long fascinated the world with its remarkable life expectancy and healthier ageing. The country is often seen as a model for long-term wellness. Doctors say this longevity is not simply genetic luck. It is deeply connected to everyday lifestyle habits that promote heart health,
China is no longer building technology for trade shows or promotional videos. The country is building technology for everyday use: in factories, stores, warehouses, hospitals, cars, and cities. European companies no longer need to wonder whether Chinese technology will have an impact, but rather how quickly. Not a dancing robot, but a working robot Whereas
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The United States market has shown robust growth, climbing 3.2% in the past week and an impressive 31% over the last year, with earnings projected to grow by 16% annually. In such a dynamic environment, dividend stocks that offer both reliable income and potential for capital appreciation can be particularly appealing to investors seeking stability
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Local elections (Image: Getty) Voters across England, Scotland and Wales have been to the polls in the most explosive local elections in years – and now the results are about to come flooding in. Counts begin overnight in battleground councils where Reform UK and the Greens hope to smash Labour and the Tories, with the
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Britain goes to the polls today in local elections that are seen as a referendum on Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s leadership. Starmer won a landslide in 2024 running from the center, but has since flip-flopped on key issues and alienated his base, a UK political journalist wrote in The New York Times. The UK is,
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Fundamental Background The fundamental backdrop for EUR/USD in early May is shaped by diverging monetary policy expectations on both sides of the Atlantic. At its 30 April meeting, the ECB left interest rates unchanged; however, Governing Council members Joachim Nagel and Peter Kazimir signalled the possibility of a rate hike as early as June amid
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Find winning stocks in any market cycle. Join 7 million investors using Simply Wall St’s investing ideas for FREE. The Morning Bull – US Market Morning Update Thursday, May, 7 2026 US stock futures are slightly higher this morning, with E-mini S&P 500 contracts up about 0.1%, as investors balance cooler bond markets, cheaper oil,
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China saw a record high number of inter-regional passenger trips during the just-concluded five-day May Day holiday, the Ministry of Transport said on Wednesday. The country recorded around 1.517 billion inter-regional passenger trips during the holiday that ended on Tuesday, a 3.49-percent increase compared with the same period last year. Tourist trips accounted for 60
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Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman met with Liu Haixing, Minister of the International Department of the Communist Party of China Central Committee (IDCPC), in Beijing. Photo: MoFA DHAKA, May 7, 2026 (BSS) – Bangladesh and China today discussed expanding cooperation in connectivity, trade, investment, multilateral platforms and regional affairs as the two countries reaffirmed their longstanding
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