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Asian markets are mixed and oil holds steady

Asian markets are mixed and oil holds steady

Shares are mixed in Asia after U.S. stocks set more records, powered by strong profits for major companies. Oil prices held steady after U.S. President Donald Trump said the U.S. would help ships leave the Strait of Hormuz, starting on Monday. Iran has reject…

The News Flicker·May 4, 2026

Germany's defense minister responds to US troop drawdown plan

Germany's defense minister responds to US troop drawdown plan

The German defense minister has responded to the U.S. plan to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany, emphasizing the mutual benefits of the U.S. military presence in Europe. Boris Pistorius acknowledged Europe's need to enhance its security within NATO and sugge…

The News Flicker·May 2, 2026

Yemen's late-night coffee culture is creating a buzz in the US

Yemen's late-night coffee culture is creating a buzz in the US

Hundreds of years ago, Yemen helped introduce the world to coffee. Lately, the mountainous, war-ravaged country that borders Saudi Arabia is exporting something else: its coffee culture. Yemeni coffeehouses are opening at a rapid pace across the U.S. Restaura…

The News Flicker·May 2, 2026