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The Singapore dollar weakened against its U.S. counterpart in Asian trading after U.S.-Iran peace talks broke down over the weekend.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

Before meeting with President Abdelmadjid Tebboune and addressing authorities and diplomats, the pope will pay tribute to the victims of Algeria's 1954-1962 war of independence against France at the Martyrs Memorial overlooking the city.

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

While the UK was not involved in the US-Iran talks in Pakistan, Sir Keir warned against "further escalation" in the Middle East after two sides failed to reach an agreement.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

Swalwell and his team threatened legal action against several individuals, Swalwell’s attorney Elias Dabaie confirmed to The Times.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026

The Germans had repaired the bomb damage to the airport and were using it now as a base for air raids against England.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom