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MoneySavings.ca  ·  Daily Market Brief Tuesday, April 14, 2026  ·  Morning Edition Markets hold steady as Iran deal hopes lift sentiment S&P 500 Futures 6,936 ▲ +0.20% Nasdaq Futures 25,647 ▲ +0.40% Dow Futures 48,501 ▲ +0.16% WTI Crude $96.31 ▼ −2.80% easing North American markets are poised for a steady open on Tuesday as investors grow cautiously optimistic about a potential U.S.-Iran agreement. U.S. stock futures held firm after the major averages posted strong gains the previous session, with the S&P 500 fully erasing its war-driven losses. Oil prices offered some relief for consumers, with WTI crude pulling back nearly 3% to around $96.31 per barrel — easing from Monday's spike above $104. Asian markets also opened higher overnight, with Japan's Nikkei 225 rising 2.43% and Hong Kong's Hang Seng gaining 1%, both t...
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A Legend Honoured: Birmingham Bows to Ozzy Osbourne

 


                                        Crowds gather at the Black Sabbath Bridge, named
                                         in honour of the heavy metal band, as the funeral 
                                        cortege of Ozzy Osbourne passes through his hometown, in Birmingham

The streets of Birmingham came alive with emotion as thousands of devoted fans gathered to honour their hometown hero, Ozzy Osbourne. The Black Sabbath frontman, often hailed as the “Prince of Darkness,” was celebrated not with chaos, but with love and reverence in a public tribute that turned the city into a living shrine.

Supporters wearing iconic band tees, waving posters, and chanting lyrics lined the pavements, underscoring the deep bond between Osbourne and the city that shaped his musical legacy. A special ceremony was held near Digbeth, where Ozzy’s early days with Black Sabbath first echoed through grungy rehearsal halls.

 “Ozzy means everything to Birmingham,” said one lifelong fan. “He’s proof you can come from humble beginnings and change music forever.” The tribute included live performances from local bands, video montages of Osbourne’s electrifying career, and heartfelt speeches from musicians and city officials.

The event wasn’t just nostalgia—it was a celebration of resilience, artistry, and a man whose voice became the sound of rebellion for generations. Even as Ozzy battles health challenges, the outpouring of admiration shows his legacy is as powerful and enduring as ever.


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