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Aussie dollar, shares soar on Iran peace deal hopes

Hopes for an end to the Middle East energy crisis have helped bolster the local exchange, after it tumbled for 10 of the previous 11 sessions.

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Greens only party telling truth on need to stop oil and gas drilling – Mackay

The party’s co-leader said politicians had to be ‘honest’ with voters that more fossil fuel extraction would ‘do nothing’ to lower bills.

The Independent UK

Corn Faces Tuesday Pressure

Corn futures closed the Tuesday session with deferred contracts fractionally lower to down 5 2/4 cents in the nearbys. In delivery May was down 8 ¼ cents. The CmdtyView national average Cash Corn price was 6 cents lower on the day to $4.38. Crude oil was back down $3.74 on...

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Cotton Closes with Turnaround Tuesday Gains

Cotton futures were in turnaround action on Tuesday, as contracts closed with 130 to 188 point gains at the close. The US dollar index is $0.108 higher at $98.370. Crude oil was down $3.74 to $102.68. NASS Crop Progress data showed 21% of the US cotton crop planted as of...

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Soybeans Fall Back on Tuesday

Soybeans were 2 ¾ to 11 ¾ cents in the red on Tuesday, with the nearbys leading the charge. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price was down 11 1/4 cents at $11.43. Soymeal futures were down 50 cents to $1.30 on the session, with Soy Oil futures steady to...

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Rubio insists US is ‘very fortunate’ as Iran war pushes gas price near $4.50

US secretary of state says US is better off than other countries hit by disruption in oil supplies

The Guardian - US

After brief respite, gasoline prices continue their steady climb

The price of a gallon of regular gasoline climbed 31 cents in the past week, spiking to an average of $4.48 per gallon Tuesday, according to AAA

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S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 Post Record Highs on Tech Strength

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Tuesday closed up +0.81%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up +0.73%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +1.31%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) rose +0.82%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Iran Launches Persian Gulf Strait Authority as Tehran and Washington Battle for Control of Hormuz

Iran has launched the Persian Gulf Strait Authority, requiring ships to register and pay tolls to transit the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions with the US over control of this vital waterway.

International Business Times UK

You need to replace your non-stick pans as soon as you see these marks

Are you using pans that you should’ve thrown out years ago? Here’s how to tell when it’s time to let go

The Independent UK

Stocks Rise Again As Oil Drops And Companies Keep Posting Strong Results

Stocks rose again on Tuesday as oil prices dropped and companies kept posting strong first quarter results.

International Business Times

‘No fear of roaring lions’: Iran has a long history of standing firm against outside aggressors

US President Donald Trump’s threats against Iran since the war began have targeted not just the country’s military capabilities, but its entire civilisation.

The Conversation

The method in Iran’s madness? Closure of Strait of Hormuz echoes a centuries-old Danish play − and is a tragedy for the world order

More than two months into the war in Iran, navigation through the Strait of Hormuz – the key waterway through which more than a third of the international trade in oil and gas passes – remains perilous and uncertain. Underscoring the uncertainty, on May 3, 2026, the Trump administration launched…

The Conversation

Dollar Firms as Geopolitical Risks Remain

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Tuesday rose by +0.09%. The dollar rose slightly on Tuesday after the US March trade deficit was reported to be smaller than expected. The dollar also has safe-haven support as the US-Iran ceasefire appears shaky after the US Central Command on Monday said the...

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Crude Oil Prices Retreat as Middle East Tensions Ease

June WTI crude oil (CLM26 ) on Tuesday closed down -4.15 (-3.90%), and June RBOB gasoline (RBM26 ) closed down -0.1176 (-3.15%). Crude oil and gasoline prices settled sharply lower on Tuesday as the ceasefire in the Middle East appears to be holding, easing geopolitical risks. Crude prices retreated as...

The Guardian - US

US-Iran truce teeters on meltdown as stalemate takes toll on each side

Conflict appears to have reached impasse, but leaders in Tehran and Washington seem to think victory is near

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Is Gold Inexpensive at $4,550 per Ounce?

Gold rallied to a new record high in late January 2026 and corrected by over 27%. While gold remains in a long-term bullish trend, the price is consolidating around $4,550 per ounce in early May 2026.

The Conversation

Over the past 15 years, NZ moved its fuel safety net offshore – now it’s being exposed

Amid a worsening global energy crisis, New Zealand and Singapore’s freshly struck deal to keep fuel and other essential goods flowing is being touted as a boost to supply chain resilience.

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The Independent UK

Trump’s Project Freedom won’t undo an oil stranglehold created by the US

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: Regardless of the president’s latest effort to break Iran’s blockade, freedom of movement won’t be returning to the Strait of Hormuz any time soon

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Cotton Trading with Turnaround Tuesday Gains

Cotton futures are trading with 134 to 265 point gains on Tuesday. The US dollar index is $0.068 higher at $98.330. Crude oil is down $4.35 to $102.07. NASS Crop Progress data showed 21% of the US cotton crop planted as of May 3, which was 2 percentage points ahead...

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Car Maintenance Mistakes Could Be Costing You Up to 10% in Fuel Economy

Gas prices might rise and fall, but one thing stays constant—drivers hate wasting money at the pump. What stings even more? Losing fuel efficiency because of simple, avoidable maintenance mistakes. Many vehicles quietly burn more fuel than necessary, not because of age or design, but because of overlooked basics that…

Woman & Home

Nicole Kidman's ultra-long Met Gala hair is full of glossy health - and we know the serum behind it

Kidman and her daughter shared a hairdresser, and a sweet red carpet moment...

International Business Times

Venezuela Oil Revenues Remain Opaque Despite U.S.-Backed Oversight Push: Report

New reporting highlights persistent secrecy in Venezuela's oil sector following U.S. intervention and leadership change.

The Guardian - US

Stuck on you: kitten rescued from bucket of glue bonds with foster parent

Two-month-old Elmer, painstakingly saved by canola oil baths, finds home with volunteer Leah Owens, 72

Barchart

Crude Oil Prices Tumble as Middle East Ceasefire Holds

June WTI crude oil (CLM26 ) today is down -4.54 (-4.27%), and June RBOB gasoline (RBM26 ) is down -0.1140 (-3.05%). Crude oil and gasoline prices are sharply lower today as the ceasefire in the Middle East appears to be holding, easing geopolitical risks. Crude prices are retreating as relative...

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