Pentagon Upgrades Awards for Abbey Gate Marines

The Pentagon has upgraded valor awards for a group of U.S. Marines who defended Abbey Gate during the August 2021 evacuation from Afghanistan, following a review that found their original commendations did not fully reflect their actions under fire.[#item_full_content]

Bessent Extends Iran, Russia Oil Relief After Appeals

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Wednesday that he extended sanctions relief on Russian and Iranian seaborne oil ​for 30 days because of requests from countries ⁠that are the ​most vulnerable to oil shortages from ⁠the closed Strait of Hormuz.[#item_full_content]

Emails Prompt Review of Gates Foundation-Epstein Ties

The Gates Foundation is reviewing its ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, the global health funder confirmed Wednesday, as its only remaining founder faces mounting scrutiny over his appearances in Justice Department documents related to its investigation of the disgraced financier.[#item_full_content]

Stocks Near More Records While Brent Oil Tops $100

The U.S. stock market is rising toward more records Wednesday after GE Vernova, Boston Scientific and other big companies joined the list of those reporting fatter profits for the start of the year than analysts expected.[#item_full_content]

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