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Greek Tanker Struck by Missile in Black Sea, Crew Emerges Unharmed

  A Greek‑flagged tanker sailing near the Russian port of Novorossiysk was struck by a missile but remained operational, and all 24 crew members were confirmed safe.   A Greek‑owned and Greek‑flagged tanker sustained material damage after being hit by a missile while sailing approximately 14 nautical miles off the Russian port of Novorossiysk in the Black Sea. According to authorities, the vessel—operated by Maran Gas Maritime—was not carrying cargo at the time of the strike and continued to navigate safely following the incident.  All 24 crew members on board, including ten Greek nationals, thirteen Filipinos, and one Romanian, were reported to be in good health. The impact caused damage to the starboard side of the ship, but no assistance or towing was required. The tanker remained fully operational, and no environmental pollution was reported.  Greek officials have condemned the attack as dangerous and unacceptable, noting that the incident occurred amid height...

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Wall Street Glides to Close as Record-Setting Week Wraps Up

 


Stocks Coast Toward the Finish of a Record-Setting Week

U.S. stocks drifted higher on Friday, capping off a week of historic gains that left investors optimistic about the market’s momentum heading into the second half of the year. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite both notched fresh all-time highs earlier in the week, buoyed by strong corporate earnings, cooling inflation data, and renewed hopes for interest rate cuts later this year.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average also joined the rally, logging its best weekly performance since early spring. Tech giants led the charge, with semiconductors and AI-related stocks continuing to attract investor enthusiasm. Meanwhile, consumer sentiment showed signs of improvement, adding to the bullish tone.

Despite Friday’s modest moves, analysts say the market’s resilience reflects growing confidence in a soft landing for the economy. “We’re seeing a shift from uncertainty to cautious optimism,” said one strategist. “The data is aligning with the narrative that the Fed may be done hiking rates.”

As Wall Street heads into earnings season’s peak, investors will be watching closely for signs that corporate America can sustain the momentum. For now, the mood is upbeat — and the records speak for themselves.


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