U.S. stocks ended mixed on Friday, with the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite closing at fresh all-time highs, as investor sentiment improved on hopes for a potential restart of U.S.-Iran peace negotiations.
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PM Shehbaz thanks Trump for extending Iran ceasefire, urges progress in talks
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif thanked U.S. President Donald Trump for extending a ceasefire with Iran, expressing hope that ongoing diplomatic efforts in Islamabad would lead to a broader peace agreement.
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Trump extends Iran ceasefire on Pakistan request as talks hang in balance
U.S. President Donald Trump has extended a ceasefire with Iran at the request of Pakistani leaders, offering more time for fragile peace efforts even as military tensions and uncertainty persist.
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U.S. Customs starts refunds for invalidated Trump tariffs
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) on Monday began rolling out a new system to refund billions of dollars in tariffs collected under a law later ruled unconstitutional, marking a significant step following a Supreme Court decision that struck down key elements of President Donald Trump’s trade policy.
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PM Shehbaz, Iran’s President Pezeshkian discuss regional situation in call
ISLAMABAD, April 19 — Shehbaz Sharif held a telephone conversation with Masoud Pezeshkian on Sunday, with both leaders discussing the evolving regional situation and efforts to promote peace through dialogue, officials said.
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Oil prices tumble around 10-12% after Iran reopens Strait of Hormuz
Oil prices plunged on Friday after Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz “completely open” for shipping during a ceasefire with Israel and Lebanon, easing fears of prolonged supply disruptions from one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints.
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Pakistan urges safe passage in Hormuz, backs diplomacy to end conflict
UNITED NATIONS, April 17, 2026 — Pakistan called on the international community to ensure the security of ships and crew in the Strait of Hormuz and restore normal maritime traffic, warning that ongoing disruptions are inflicting widespread economic damage beyond the Middle East.
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Significant Mistakes Found in 2025 Physics A-Level, AS-Level Papers: Cambridge OCR Fined
The regulator revealed that a total of 12 errors were identified across the exam materials. These mistakes led to grading issues and, in some cases, students initially receiving incorrect results. Ofqual described the failures as unacceptable and said students deserve accurate and reliable exam assessments after years of study.
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PM Shehbaz arrives in Saudi Arabia on Middle East peace push
ISLAMABAD/RIYADH, April 15, 2026 — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday, launching a three-nation diplomatic tour aimed at easing tensions in the Middle East and strengthening regional cooperation.
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Oil surges past $100 as US-Iran tensions escalate after failed talks
Oil prices surged above $100 a barrel on Sunday after diplomatic efforts between the United States and Iran broke down, raising fears of a major disruption to global energy supplies.
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