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WhatsApp Web update: What to know about new themes

WhatsApp is reportedly preparing an upgrade to its web interface that will introduce new theme options, bringing the web version closer to feature parity with its mobile apps in terms of customisation.

14 Apr 2026-16:40
Citi profit jumps 42% as trading boom lifts earnings

Citigroup reported a 42% jump in first-quarter profit, driven by heightened market volatility that boosted trading activity and strong performance in investment banking.

14 Apr 2026-16:32
IEA sees major oil demand decline in 2026 outlook

Global oil demand is projected to decline by 80,000 barrels per day (80 kb/d) on average in 2026, reversing earlier expectations of 730 kb/d growth, as the Iran conflict disrupts global energy markets, the International Energy Agency (IEA) said on Tuesday.

14 Apr 2026-16:21
Lufthansa strike grounds hundreds of flights for second day

A pilots’ strike at Lufthansa entered its second day on Tuesday, forcing the cancellation of hundreds of flights at its main hubs in Frankfurt and Munich and disrupting travel plans for thousands of passengers.

14 Apr 2026-14:59
J&J earnings beat forecast as drug sales surge

Johnson & Johnson reported first-quarter results on Tuesday that exceeded Wall Street expectations and raised its full-year forecast, driven by strong demand for key treatments including Darzalex and Tremfya, which helped offset a sharp decline in sales of its blockbuster autoimmune drug Stelara.

14 Apr 2026-14:32
Dow, S&P 500 futures jump on Iran deal optimism

US stock futures edged higher on Tuesday, while oil prices declined after President Donald Trump signaled openness to further talks with Iran, boosting hopes for a longer-term truce.

14 Apr 2026-14:08
Gold rebounds as US-Iran peace talks ease market fears

Gold climbed after a two-day decline, as renewed optimism for a negotiated end to the US-Iran war eased concerns around inflation.

14 Apr 2026-13:10
Amazon in advanced talks for Globalstar to rival Musk's Starlink

Amazon is in advanced talks to acquire satellite operator Globalstar in a deal that would strengthen the tech giant’s efforts to build its own satellite network, according to people familiar with the matter.

14 Apr 2026-12:40
Wizz Air delays Israel flight resumption

14 Apr 2026-12:20
China sees solid growth in foreign trade during Q1 2026

14 Apr 2026-12:14