Heidi Cuthbert

For decades, the Strait of Hormuz has existed in the global consciousness as a geopolitical abstraction — a narrow, jagged ribbon of blue on a map that experts warned was the "jugular vein" of the modern world. 

But as the closure of the Strait enters its second month, that abstraction has curdled into a cold, suffocating reality. 

Greenwing Resources (ASX:GW1) enters the development phase for its San Jorge Lithium Project in Argentina.

Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers has cleared the $3.3 billion acquisition of Insignia Financial (ASX:IFL) by US-based private equity firm CC Capital.

Anson Resources (ASX:ASN) concluded its initial exploration drilling programme at the Yellow Cat Uranium Vanadium Project.

Zenith Minerals (ASX:ZNC) has commenced a high-impact drilling programme at its Dulcie to Grow Project.

DroneShield (ASX:DRO) announces a major leadership transition as CEO Oleg Vornik steps down after a decade of record growth.

Talonx Resources (ASX:TXR) has mobilised for a 3,000-metre reverse circulation drilling programme.

The United States and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire on Tuesday evening following an urgent diplomatic intervention led by Pakistan, easing fears of an immediate escalation in the five-week conflict.

PriceSmart (NASDAQ:PSMT), the largest operator of membership warehouse clubs in Central America, the Caribbean, and Colombia, reported robust financial results for its second fiscal quarter ended February 28, 2026, on April 8, 2026.

Bed Bath & Beyond (NYSE:BBBY) announced on April 8, 2026, that it has signed a letter of intent to acquire the equity interests and substantially all assets of F9 Brands, a move designed to anchor the company’s new national home services ecosystem, Beyond Home Services.