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Hormuz ship traffic climbs after war deal: trackers

Shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz rose to its busiest in two months after a deal to halt the US-Iran war, maritime trackers said on Friday.

Oil edges back up, shares steady after US-Iran talks postponed

Oil prices edged back up and stock markets stabilised Friday after postponement of US-Iran peace deal talks.

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Stocks reverse as investors await news on US-Iran peace talks

Stock markets fell Friday as investors awaited news of an extension to the Iran-US ceasefire, while crude prices edged back down following the previous day's rally.

Netflix shares dive as co-founder Reed Hastings steps away

Netflix shares plummeted more than nine percent Thursday as the TV streaming titan's quarterly earnings failed to impress investors and co-founder Reed Hastings announced he is leaving.

MERXWIRE Expands Art Media Influence and Becomes International Art Fair Partner

PARIS, FRANCE / ACCESS Newswire / April 17, 2026 / According to a report by The Business Research Company, the global art market is valued at USD 552.9 billion in 2025 and is projected to grow to USD 739.9 billion by 2030, with digitalization emerging as one of the key market trends. As the art market moves toward globalization and digital transformation, digital platform exposure has become a critical factor in the success of art events. MERXWIRE has established its presence in the art sector by integrating media resources and social media advertising, becoming a partner for numerous international exhibitions and art institutions.

Redwood AI Announces Collaboration with Aidos Innovations, Aimed at Enhancing Public Safety Collaboration with B.C. Government, Canadian Federal and Local Law Enforcement Agencies to Tackle the Fentanyl Crisis in British Columbia

Track and Trace Initiative Aims to Combine AI-supported Detection, Attribution, and Decision-Support Tools to Strengthen Public Safety and Public Health Response

Vulcan Minerals Inc. - Grant of Incentive Stock Options

ST. JOHN'S, NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR / ACCESS Newswire / April 17, 2026 / Vulcan Minerals Inc. ("the Company" - "Vulcan" TSX-V:VUL), announces it has granted 2,550,000 incentive stock options to directors and employees exercisable at $0.23 for a period of ten years pursuant to its Stock Option Plan and subject to TSX Venture Exchange approval. The Company has 12,990,240 shares reserved for issuance of which 4,900,000 are issued and outstanding prior to this current grant.

Calvin B. Taylor Bankshares, Inc. Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend of $0.38 per Share

BERLIN, MD / ACCESS Newswire / April 17, 2026 / Calvin B. Taylor Bankshares, Inc. (OTCQX:TYCB), parent company of Calvin B. Taylor Bank, announced that the Board of Directors declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.38 per share for the first quarter of 2026. This dividend is payable on May 7, 2026, to stockholders of record as of the close of business on April 27, 2026.

TGI Solar Power Group Inc. and MetaSense Inc. Advance Strategic Partnership to Build Integrated Workforce Intelligence Infrastructure for Next-Generation Industries

Expanded Collaboration to Deploy Agentic AI Workforce Ecosystems, Adaptive Project Execution Frameworks, and Global Talent Mobility Infrastructure Across Advanced Industrial Sectors

D. Boral Capital acted as Exclusive Placement Agent to Genius Group Limited (NYSE:GNS) in Connection with its $8,000,000 Registered Direct Offering

NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / April 17, 2026 / On April 16, 2026, Genius Group Limited (NYSE:GNS) ("Genius Group" or the "Company") a leading AI-powered education group, announced the closing of its previously announced Registered Direct Offering for the purchase and sale of 21,621,621 ordinary shares (or pre-funded warrants in lieu thereof). The Company received total gross proceeds of $8,000,000, before deducting commissions and offering expenses.

Sihoo Launches the Doro C300 Pro V2, a Full-Body Adaptive Design That Ends Support Loss in Motion

Sihoo Doro C300 Pro V2 brings intelligent, synchronized full-body support to users of every shape and size.

IRS Private Debt Collectors Are Expanding in 2026 - Clear Start Tax Warns Taxpayers to Know Their Rights Before Picking Up the Phone

The IRS has ramped up its use of private collection agencies, and millions of taxpayers may not know who is really calling - or what rights they have when they answer.

Nevermiss Launches AI Receptionist to Help Small Businesses Capture Leads and Boost Revenue

JACKSONVILLE, FL / ACCESS Newswire / April 17, 2026 / In the modern service economy, the speed of response is often the primary determinant of a business's commercial success. For small businesses-particularly in sectors such as home services, healthcare, and professional consulting-every missed call represents a tangible loss in revenue and potential long-term growth. To address the critical issue of unanswered customer inquiries, Nevermiss today announced the launch of its advanced AI-powered receptionist platform, designed to ensure that no call goes unanswered, regardless of the time of day or the volume of incoming requests.

Velocity Capital Group Appoints Michelle Melo as Director of Financial Operations & Capital Markets

Veteran Capital Markets Executive to Institutionalize Financial Operations and Pre-Securitization Discipline Across VCG's Platform

Rare Frick Steam Locomotive and Mining Cars Headline Aumann Auctions Pre-1930 Sale

Eight auctions, rare finds, and a one-of-a-kind steam locomotive highlight Aumann's Pre-1930 Auction series.

Stagwell (STGW) Expands Owned Media Leadership with Two Senior Hires

Drew Schutte will take on the role as Chief Revenue Officer, Owned Media and David Olesnevich as Chief Growth Officer, Owned Media

Kolter Homes' Woodland Preserve Amenity Center Earns Top Honor at 2026 Suncoast Parade of Homes

Award-winning clubhouse in Parrish, Florida recognized for its design, livability, and role in bringing neighbors together

Oak View Bankshares, Inc. Share Repurchase Program

WARRENTON, VA / ACCESS Newswire / April 17, 2026 / Oak View Bankshares, Inc. (the "Company") (OTCID:OAKV), parent company of Oak View National Bank (the "Bank"), today announced that its Board of Directors has authorized a share repurchase program, effective April 17, 2026, through April 16, 2027, to repurchase up to $1.4 million of the Company's common stock. Repurchases under the program may be made through privately negotiated transactions or open market transactions, including pursuant to a trading plan in accordance with Rule 10b5-1 and/or Rule 10b-18 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Any shares repurchased will be returned to the status of authorized and unissued shares of common stock. The timing, number and purchase price of shares repurchased under the program, if any, will be determined by management in its discretion and will depend on a number of factors, including the market price of the shares, general market and economic conditions, applicable legal requirements and other conditions, and there is no assurance that the Company will repurchase any shares under the program.

Auschwitz Jewish Center Foundation Files Criminal & Ethics Complaints Against Konrad Berkowicz After Nazi Symbol Display in Polish Parliament

WARSAW, PL / ACCESS Newswire / April 17, 2026 / The Auschwitz Jewish Center Foundation (AJCF) filed a criminal complaint with Polish prosecutors on Wednesday, April 15, against far-right lawmaker Konrad Berkowicz after he displayed an Israeli flag defaced with a Nazi swastika inside Poland's parliament, drawing immediate condemnation from lawmakers across the political spectrum.

IMF warns of war's human impact far from Middle East

IMF economists warned Thursday that the war in Iran could have “very, certainly severe” consequences far outside the region – especially for energy-importing countries.

Spain VP says IMF could recognize Venezuela soon, hastening reengagement

Spain's Vice President Carlos Cuerpo said Thursday that the resumption of relations between the International Monetary Fund and Venezuela should take place shortly.

Australian tycoon battles Meta over fake ads

Australian mining magnate Andrew Forrest is asking a US federal court in Silicon Valley to hold Meta accountable for scam ads using his likeness without permission.

Trump says Iran deal 'very close,' may go to Pakistan to sign

President Donald Trump said Thursday that the United States and Iran were "very close" to a peace deal and that he would consider going to Pakistan to sign an agreement.

Saudi wealth fund sells football club Al-Hilal

Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund announced Thursday the sale of its majority stake in Saudi Pro League football club Al-Hilal, where French striker Karim Benzema plays.

Pernod says Brown-Forman talks 'ongoing' after reported rival offer

French drinks giant Pernod Ricard said Thursday that talks to buy Brown-Forman, the US owner of Jack Daniel's whiskey, were continuing after reports of a rival American offer by Sazerac.

UK PM tells social media bosses to step up child online safety

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Thursday hinted at possible measures limiting children's access to social media, as he met senior tech figures and warned: "Things can't go on like this."

Luxury group Kering seeks to make flagging Gucci 'unmissable' again

French luxury group Kering promised Thursday to make its flagship Gucci brand once again "unmissable" and boost production of leather goods as it seeks to turn around its financial performance.

French billionaire Bollore sparks turmoil at top publisher Grasset

French conservative billionaire Vincent Bollore came under attack from dozens of authors on Thursday at one of his flagship publishing brands, as he continues to reshape the country's media landscape.

Repsol taking back control of Venezuelan oil assets

Spanish energy group Repsol said on Thursday it has reached an agreement with the Venezuelan government to regain control of its oil business in the country and sharply increase production over the coming years.

TotalEnergies says was able to maintain production despite war

French oil and gas giant TotalEnergies said Thursday its production in the first quarter of the year was expected to have remained stable despite the Middle East war hitting its output in the region.

UK supermarket Tesco says Mideast war hits profit outlook

Britain's biggest supermarket chain Tesco warned Thursday that its profits could be impacted by the Mideast war lifting food costs, as it posted higher earnings for its last financial year.

EasyJet says first-half loss to deepen on Mideast war

British no-frills airline EasyJet on Thursday said it expects to post a deeper first-half loss compared with one year earlier after the Middle East war sent jet fuel prices soaring.

AI demand drives chipmaker TSMC's net profit to fresh record

Taiwanese chip manufacturer TSMC said Thursday that net profit for January-March leaped to a fresh quarterly record, boosted by the race to develop artificial intelligence technology.

Chatbots at the ballot box: AI skirts Brazil election rules

"Chat, who is the best candidate?": Six months out from Brazil's presidential election, AI chatbots are still answering such questions in defiance of new electoral rules banning them from giving voting tips.

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