US stock markets today (April 8, 2026): Dow jumps 1,300, S&P 500 gains 2.4%; crude oil tumbles toward $90 on Iran ceasefire

US stock markets rallied sharply on Wednesday while crude oil prices plunged toward $90 per barrel after President Donald Trump announced a two-week ceasefire with Iran, easing fears of prolonged supply disruptions, AP reported.The S&P 500 surged 2.4%, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average jumped 1,332 points, or 2.9%, and the Nasdaq Composite climbed 2.9%…

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Do snake plants really attract snakes: Understanding the truth about their appearance and why they are linked to snakes |

Snake plants are usually grown inside homes, offices, and other indoor areas for ornamental purposes. These plants are known for having upright leaves, being easy to take care of, and thriving in diverse lighting environments. One common query is whether snake plants have the capability to lure snakes. This confusion arises from the name of…

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U.S. military consumed 950,000 gallons of coffee and “a lot of nicotine” during Iran war, Caine says

Washington — Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, offered a by-the-numbers look Wednesday of the meals and caffeine the U.S. military has consumed during Operation Epic Fury, as a fragile ceasefire agreement between the U.S. and Iran begins to take hold. Briefing reporters hours after President Trump and Iran announced the pause…

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Christians at crossroads: Will UDF hold its traditional base? | India News

As the April 9 assembly elections in Kerala approach, the state’s political landscape is intensely focused on minority communities, particularly the Christian electorate. For decades, the United Democratic Front (UDF) has relied on Christian voters, especially the Syrian Christian population in central Kerala, to secure key constituencies. However, in 2026, this traditional alignment is being…

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Securitize Partners with Currenc Group to Tokenize Shares on Ethereum and Solana: Securitize

Tokenization firm Securitize has partnered with Nasdaq-listed Currenc Group to tokenize its ordinary shares on Ethereum and Solana blockchains. Securitize announced a partnership with Currenc Group (Nasdaq: CURR) to tokenize the company’s ordinary shares on Ethereum and Solana. The move comes as Securitize was recently named the first digital transfer agent in the NYSE’s onchain…

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‘Iran begged for this ceasefire’: US war secretary Pete Hegseth hails ‘victory’ over Iran

US secretary of war Pete Hegseth on Wednesday claimed that Iran “begged for ceasefire” after the Operation Epic Fury “decimated their military and rendered it’s combat-ineffective.”Addressing a press briefing, Hegseth credited US President Donald Trump for shaping the moment. “…President Trump forged this moment. Iran begged for this ceasefire, and we all know it…Operation Epic…

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