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Artemis II Crew Sets Distance Record During Historic Lunar Flyby
The Artemis II crew approached the Moon within 6,545 km on April 6, 2026, marking the first crewed lunar mission since 1972.
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Travelers Companies Sets April 16, 2026 for Q1 Earnings Release
A statement outlines that Q1 2026 earnings will be released on April 16, 2026, with a review at 9:30 a.m. ET, according to the company.
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Prediction Markets Gain Regulatory Pathway in Canada
A filing outlines new forecast contracts for firms like Interactive Brokers and Wealthsimple. This change modifies existing market regulations.
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TSA’s Shoes-Off Airport Screening Policy Draws Renewed Debate
The TSA ended its shoe removal policy on July 8, 2025, but Senator Duckworth has called for its reinstatement, citing safety concerns.
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US-Iran Ceasefire Triggers Sharp Oil Price Drop and Global Market Rally
Brent crude oil prices fell 13-15% to $92-95 per barrel after a US-Iran ceasefire, while global markets rallied, according to market data.
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AI-Driven Cyberattacks Accelerate as Breakout Times Shrink
AI-enabled cyberattacks surged 89% year-over-year, with average breakout times dropping to 29 minutes, according to CrowdStrike's latest report.
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US and Iran Agree to Two-Week Ceasefire Linked to Strait of Hormuz
A ceasefire was reached on April 7, 2026, requiring Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, according to reports. Asian markets responded positively.
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Legrand Acquisition Highlights AI-Driven Growth in Data Centre Sector
Legrand's acquisition of TES Group, which saw an 84% revenue rise to £72 million, underscores the growing demand for data centre solutions.
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Google Maps Adds Gemini AI for Photo and Video Captioning
Google Maps now features Gemini AI for generating captions on shared photos and videos, currently available in English on iOS in the U.S.
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Google’s AI Overviews Face Accuracy Questions Across Multiple Studies
Nearly half of searches feature Google’s AI Overviews, with studies indicating error rates between 10% and 57%, according to multiple evaluations.