Musk Speaks in Court in Big OpenAI Fight
Elon Musk testified in court as an important trial involving OpenAI and Sam Altman began.
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UAE Plans to Leave OPEC
The United Arab Emirates said it will leave OPEC, which could weaken the group’s control over oil production and prices.
Amazon and OpenAI Move Closer Together
Amazon said it is greatly expanding its work with OpenAI after changes in OpenAI’s relationship with Microsoft.
Stocks Fall as Oil Gets More Expensive
Wall Street moved lower after AI-related shares dropped and oil prices climbed again.
New US Passports Will Mark the 250th Birthday
The US government plans a special passport for the country’s 250th birthday, and it will include a picture of President Donald Trump.
Countries Meet in Colombia to Talk About Fossil Fuels
Many countries began a summit in Colombia on April 24 to discuss how to move away from oil, gas, and coal.
Ships Pay More to Use Panama Canal
Companies are paying much more to cross the Panama Canal because trade routes near the Strait of Hormuz are under pressure.
Thai Court Opens Big Case Against 44 Politicians
A court in Thailand accepted a case against 44 opposition politicians over a plan to change the royal insult law.
Prosecutors Want Long Prison Term for Yoon
South Korean prosecutors asked for a 30-year prison sentence for former president Yoon on April 24.
Iran Minister Goes to Pakistan for Talks
Iran sent its foreign minister to Pakistan on April 24 as countries tried to restart talks with the United States.
UNESCO Areas Are Helping Nature and People
A new report says UNESCO protected sites are keeping many animals and habitats safer while also helping local communities.
U.S. and South Korea Face Tension Over Nuclear Information
Reports say the U.S. limited some intelligence sharing after a South Korean minister spoke about a suspected North Korean nuclear site.
EU Court Rules Against Hungary Law
Europe's top court said a Hungarian law about LGBTQ content is unfair and goes against important EU rules.
EU Gets Closer to Big Loan for Ukraine
European officials said Ukraine may soon receive a very large loan after progress on an important oil pipeline problem.
Trump Warns Fighting With Iran May Start Again
Donald Trump said the ceasefire with Iran may end soon and U.S. attacks could start again if talks do not succeed.
Iran Says Talks Matter, but Trust Is Low
Iran’s president says diplomacy should continue, but he does not trust the United States.
Turkey Wants a Climate Meeting With Real Action
Turkey says the next big U.N. climate summit should focus more on action and money, not only promises.
Israel Says People Should Not Return Yet
Israel told residents in southern Lebanon to stay away from many villages even though a ceasefire is in place.