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Shares of Chinese AI company Zhipu surged over 30% in trading, after posting strong revenue growth in its first earnings report since its IPO.

The new recommendation will significantly expand access to Wegovy on the England's NHS.

Baidu's Apollo Go robotaxis stopped mid-traffic in a Chinese city on Tuesday, leading to at least one highway collision, according to social media.

The positive sentiment may not fully capture the impact from the Iran war, analysts said, as Japan's Tankan survey period ended in March.

Crude prices dropped on Wednesday as President Donald Trump signaled willingness to exit the Iran conflict even as the Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed.

On Tuesday stateside, Trump said the U.S. could leave Iran in "two or three weeks," adding "We leave because there's no reason for us to do this."

Trump tells allies who need Strait of Hormuz for oil to get it themselves, how the Iran war is impacting the U.S. and global economy, SCOTUS to hear arguments on birthright citizenship.

The atmosphere during preparations for the Jewish festival has been unusually subdued, with people afraid to stray far from their homes and shelters.

“We will be leaving very soon,” the president told reporters in the Oval Office. A few hours later, the White House said Mr. Trump would provide “an important update on Iran” on Wednesday evening.

More than three million Indian officials have begun the yearlong task of counting the country’s population.

Muslims formed the majority in about 35 of the state’s 126 constituencies. Now that is down to about 20 seats.

Araghchi confirmed direct talks with Witkoff but denied that they constituted negotiations in an exclusive interview.

Police inspect a strike site in Tel Aviv after a missile hit the city.

Shrapnel from an Iranian drone interception kills a Bangladeshi national in the UAE's Fujairah city.

For the first time in more than 50 years, humans will travel around the moon to test deep-space life-support systems.

Pre-World Cup friendly in Spain marred by racist and anti-Muslim chants by the home fans.

Trump says US could leave Iran war in 2-3 weeks without a deal; Iran’s FM Araghchi says he has no faith in talks.

Molly had gone missing after her owner, Jessica Johnston, fell nearly 55m during a hike in rugged terrain in the Arahura Valley on 24 March

The government and fuel industry executives have stated that national stocks are sufficient for April

General Sir Gwyn Jenkins said according to a defence probe last year, the Royal Navy would not be war-ready until the end of this decade

Chile’s new president is a devout Catholic in a country that has grown increasingly secular but retains conservative traits in various areas

Moscow claims it is looking for peace and not just ceasefire, in initial signs of rejection of Easter truce

Nobody will say for sure whether civilians will suffer and ungrateful allies should be careful, reports Holly Baxter on a Pete Hegseth war briefing that played fast and loose with the English language

The EU delegation raised a broad set of concerns with Chinese lawmakers

Donald Trump said the US will be leaving the Middle East ‘very soon’

Woods was arrested for driving under the influence after appearing ‘impaired’ at the scene

After spending most of the full-scale war in Russian captivity, the former mayor of a frontline Ukrainian city recalls his ordeal as he returns to a hometown deeply transformed by modern warfare.

Iranians coming across the border into Turkey are less hopeful than they were at the beginning of the war.

NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Mark Zandi of Moody's Analytics about the global economic impact of the Iran war.

Prime minister’s address broadcast across all TV and radio networks simultaneously. Follow liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe makers of Claude.ai will become the first company to sign on to Australia’s national AI plan after a meeting with Anthony Albanese this morning.Anthropic, one of the world’s largest AI companies, will meet with the prime minister, science minister, Tim Ayres, and assistant science minister, Andrew Charlton, to sign a memorandum of understanding.The Australian government and Anthropic are working together to harness AI responsibly – securing investment into Australia’s energy grid, driving economic resilience and safety for all Australians.What we’re announcing today will make our systems more flexible, our supply chains more responsive, and also businesses more supportive as well.Obviously, there is a threshold for where this kind of concessional treatment will be provided, but the ATO is prepared to provide that kind of support in circumstances which are obviously because of what we’re seeing in the Middle East. Continue reading...

Chancellor says the government is looking at ways they can support people based on household income Food inflation could soar higher than 9% by the end of 2026 as war in the Middle East risks pushing up the cost of living for British households, a trade body has predicted. The Press Association reports:The Food and Drink Federation (FDF), which represents 12,000 food and drink manufacturers, hiked its inflation forecast for the year in light of the conflict.Economists for the trade body are now predicting that food inflation will reach at least 9% by the end of the year, up from the 3.2% that it had forecast in September last year. Continue reading...

US president to address the nation later today; Houthis say attack was a joint operation with Iran and Hezbollah‘Get your own oil’: Trump launches tirade against Europe for not joining Iran warHouthi forces in Yemen have claimed responsibility for a missile attack on southern Israel this morning, saying it was a joint operation with Iran and Hezbollah.In a statement, the Houthi movement said it carried out its third missile attack in the conflict “in conjunction with Iran and Hezbollah in Lebanon”. Continue reading...

US president’s claim that conflict is nearing end prompts 15% drop in Brent crude and stock market climb in AsiaBusiness live – latest updatesOil prices tumbled and stock markets rallied across the world on Wednesday after Donald Trump said the war in Iran would end in “two to three weeks”.Brent crude, the international benchmark for oil, dropped to $99.78 a barrel, down more than 15% compared with its price on Tuesday – its lowest level in a week. Continue reading...

Ukrainian president says he hopes for ‘results’ as he sits down with negotiators later todayOver in Germany, leading economic institutes cut their growth forecasts for the country, warning that surging inflation resulting from the Middle East war and rising energy costs would hit Europe’s top economy hard.The German economy should grow by 0.6% in 2026, the seven institutes said, down from a September forecast of 1.3%, while inflation is predicted to stand at 2.8%, up from 2.0%. Continue reading...

Food and Drink Federation almost triples forecast, even allowing for possibility of strait of Hormuz reopening soonBusiness live – latest updatesFood inflation could hit 9% in the UK this year, even if the strait of Hormuz opens within the next few weeks, figures suggest, as the war in Iran pushes up energy prices.The Food and Drink Federation, which represents 12,000 food and drink manufacturers, has predicted that prices will rise by “at least” 9% by the end of 2026, almost tripling a forecast made before the Middle East conflict of 3.2%. Continue reading...

Prime minister says months ahead ‘may not be easy’ and urges Australians to ‘think of others in your community, in the bush and in critical industries’Australian PMs have addressed the nation only a handful of times. Anthony Albanese will join their ranksFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastMy fellow Australians.By nature, we’re an optimistic country. But I understand that right now it’s hard to be positive. Continue reading...

Fully crewed rocket will head to moon from Florida – first time since 1972 that humans will have left lower Earth orbitA little more than an hour before sunset on Florida’s space coast, up to 400,000 people packed on beaches and causeways will look to the heavens on Wednesday to witness a fiery spectacle not seen in almost 54 years: a fully crewed Nasa rocket heading back to the moon.The launch of Artemis II, scheduled for 6.24pm ET if weather and any late technical gremlins grant their consent, marks the first time since the Apollo 17 mission of December 1972 that humans will have left lower Earth orbit. Continue reading...

As the BBC weather presenter bids farewell after 25 years, we take you through some of her best moments on screen.

Manchester United are within touching distance of a return to the Champions League. How has interim boss Michael Carrick done it?

Many businesses have said they will have to pass higher wage costs onto customers.

The online listing portal is now being pursued in a class action, launched on behalf of potentially hundreds of estate agents.

The chancellor tells the BBC it is "too early" to say exactly who would get help but hinted any support would not arrive until the autumn.

It's a turnaround for Beijing, whose official response has been muted so far. Why is China stepping in now?

Matthew Potts' horror show in Sydney was the most brutal of England's Ashes lowlights but he wants to learn from the experience.

Artemis 2 livestream: Watch 4 astronauts launch to the moon today  SpaceWhat it's like to be on Florida's Space Coast ahead of Artemis launch  BBCWhat is NASA’s Artemis II moon mission, and when will it launch?  Al JazeeraNASA Teams Readying Artemis II Moon Rocket for Launch  NASA (.gov)Why the Artemis II Astronauts Will Be Wearing Orange  The New York Times

Trump says US will 'leave' Iran in two to three weeks as Tehran says it has 'necessary will' to end war  BBCExclusive | Trump Tells Aides He’s Willing to End War Without Reopening Hormuz  wsj.comUS could 'finish the job' in Iran in two or three weeks, Trump says  BBCTrump tells allies ‘get your own oil’, says Iran war could end in 2-3 weeks  Al JazeeraMarkets cheer as Trump threatens to abandon the Strait of Hormuz, leaving the oil market in crisis  Fortune

Tiger Woods will miss Masters to ‘step away and seek treatment’ in first public statement since car crash  The IndependentTiger Woods told authorities he was looking at phone before crash  ESPNTiger Woods stepping away from golf to 'seek treatment' following DUI arrest  foxnews.comTiger Woods had two opioid pills in pocket, told police he was looking at his phone before crash  Yahoo SportsTiger Woods Breaks His Silence After DUI Charges and Car Crash, Announces He's Seeking Treatment  People.com

Walking away from the Strait of Hormuz won’t make gas cheap again  CNNU.S. Gas Prices Hit $4 a Gallon on Average, a ‘Headache’ for Drivers and Trump  The New York TimesGas prices reach highest point in years. How Iran war is hitting consumers  USA TodayGas hits $4 a gallon for first time since 2022, and costs may keep rising  The Washington PostGas just hit $6 in Los Angeles. Here’s where you can still find it for $5  Los Angeles Times