Clockwise US News

Clockwise General News — US and Iran continue to exchange airstrikes, escalating tensions in the Middle East. This is Clockwise general news, 6 AM Eastern. President Trump warns Tehran will "pay the price" for stalled negotiations, as Iran fires back at Gulf states hosting US troops. US forces launched a second round of strikes on Iran into Thursday morning, following earlier attacks. Iran responded by targeting Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan, threatening diplomatic efforts to end the conflict.

Clockwise Business News — AI stocks lead a major Wall Street downturn today, with major indices sharply lower. This is Clockwise business news, 6 PM Eastern. The S&P 500 dropped 1. 6%, while the Dow tumbled 953 points, down 1.

Clockwise Politics News — President Trump today signed a bill providing nearly $70 billion for his immigration enforcement and deportation agenda through the end of his term. This is Clockwise politics news, 4 PM Eastern. The measure passed the House by a tight 214-212 vote, overcoming Democratic objections to bolster Homeland Security agencies. This secures significant funding for ICE and Border Patrol.

Clockwise General News — US launched new airstrikes against Iran today, with President Trump threatening more. This is Clockwise general news, 2 PM Eastern. American attacks followed the downing of a US helicopter, while Iran retaliated against regional allies. This exchange further jeopardizes fragile peace efforts. Kyiv launched long-range attacks deep inside Russia, targeting military and energy sites.

Clockwise General News — World leaders at the Bonn Climate Meetings are finalizing new ambitious global targets, including a significant electrification push for the coming decade. This is Clockwise general news, 6 AM Eastern. The COP31 Presidency announced goals to ramp up electricity's share of energy demand to 35% by 2035 and halve global waste growth. This builds momentum for November's major climate conference. Markets are keenly anticipating the Federal Reserve's upcoming interest rate decision next week, with new Chair Kevin Warsh facing persistent inflation concerns.

Clockwise Business News — High-flying artificial intelligence stocks experienced sudden reversals today, leading to a mixed Wall Street close. The Dow Jones Industrial Average, however, edged up slightly. This is Clockwise business news, 6 PM Eastern. 3%, and the Nasdaq composite sank 1% as AI chip companies broke from early gains.

Clockwise Politics News — US President Donald Trump today announced optimistic developments in negotiations with Iran. He suggested a deal on the Strait of Hormuz could be imminent, emphasizing its priority in resolving the ongoing conflict. This is Clockwise politics news, 4 PM Eastern. Trump, speaking from the White House, stated talks are progressing very well. He underscored that reopening the Strait of Hormuz is the top objective to ease Middle East tensions.

Clockwise General News — A federal judge has struck down the Trump administration's $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas. This is Clockwise general news, 2:30 PM Eastern. This ruling directly contradicts an earlier federal court decision that had upheld the fee hike. The decision is expected to significantly impact US visa policy and the tech sector's ability to hire foreign talent. A US Army helicopter crashed near the critical Strait of Hormuz earlier today, raising immediate concerns.

Clockwise General News — Israel and Iran have reportedly paused direct strikes after recent exchanges, temporarily easing fears of a wider Middle East escalation. This is Clockwise general news, 6 AM Eastern. Regional diplomats are urgently calling for sustained restraint to preserve a very fragile truce between the two nations. Earlier hostilities had renewed after an initial April ceasefire.

Clockwise Business News — Marvell Technology shares surged over 13% today following news of its impending inclusion in the prestigious S&P 500 index. This is Clockwise business news, 6 PM Eastern. The semiconductor giant's stock benefited from record first-quarter fiscal 2027 revenue, driven by robust demand for its solutions in AI data centers. Their new Teralynx switch further strengthens their market position. Apple today unveiled new artificial intelligence features, emphasizing privacy, at its annual Worldwide Developers Conference.