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Oil futures on Tuesday fell further below $100 as hopes rise that the U.S. and Iran may soon reach a peace deal.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026

—Gold prices rose to $4,800 a troy ounce, supported by a softer U.S. dollar and oil below $100 a barrel.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

Both main oil prices also fell to hold below $100, with West Texas Intermediate down around two percent and Brent 1.5 percent lower.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

In some cases, workers fell below the threshold of hours needed to qualify for health benefits.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

I recognized them as being a few years below me, but I couldn’t remember their names.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin