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Melania Trump has reportedly demanded that ABC fire host Jimmy Kimmel. The demand follows recent events involving the President. A listener noted that Kimmel's jokes prior to the weekend did not appear related to the recent security incident. The request follows comments made by Kimmel prior to an assassination attempt on Saturday. The source noted that the public is reacting to the connection between the joke and the weekend's events. Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel defended a joke regarding Melania Trump made during the White House Correspondents Association dinner. Kimmel also included a sarcastic remark about the First Lady's expression when the couple appears together. Melania Trump has called on ABC executives to terminate Jimmy Kimmel, alleging the network protects him despite his rhetoric.

Iran's permanent representative to the United Nations, Irani, condemned the United States and Israel for conducting an aggressive war against Iran during a public debate at the UN Security Council regarding maritime security. The remarks were reported by CNR Voice of China. This move is viewed as unacceptable by US interests, as ending the nuclear program was a key campaign promise for Donald Trump. The source characterized current negotiations as sham talks intended to allow Israel and the USA to find a better offensive position. The source noted that internal and external confidence-building measures are required to reconcile differing positions. The Iranian leadership has reportedly not granted negotiators the authority to make concessions regarding the nuclear file, complicating a comprehensive solution.

Bain Capital plans to offload its majority stake in Tyger Capital, according to sources.

Goldman Sachs has filed documentation with the SEC to launch a Bitcoin fund. Oil prices remain high despite a slight recent decline, having increased by over 75% since the start of the year. The firm announced a crude oil price forecast of 90 dollars. The report comes amid ongoing searches for a solution to current regional tensions. Analysts suggest the outlook could determine if the current price rally continues or loses momentum. The bank warned that the current pace of inventory depletion is unsustainable and could lead to demand disruption and macroeconomic strain. The firm noted that prolonged supply shocks increase the risk of demand disruption and broader macroeconomic strain if disruptions persist. Markets are increasingly pricing in a prolonged supply shock.

The US IPO market is projected to experience high volume this year driven by several mega-scale deals. Analysts anticipate activity from companies such as SpaceX, Tropico, and OpenAI. While Hong Kong led in total deal count last year, the US market is expected to see large absolute numbers due to these specific large-scale transactions. The market landscape includes both IPOs and secondary offerings.

Cooper Flagg of the Dallas Mavericks has been named the NBA Rookie of the Year. Flagg averaged 21 points per game during his debut season. He won the award over VJ Edgecomb of the Charlotte Hornets and the Philadelphia 76ers' candidate. Additionally, Minnesota Timberwolves player Anthony Edwards is listed as week-to-week following an MRI that revealed a hyperextended left knee and bone bruise. The announcement follows a Nuggets victory over the Timberwolves with a score of 125 to 113. Flagg narrowly beat former teammate Duke Conknipple for the award. He is the second youngest player to win the honor, following LeBron James.

Choreographer Cameron Cinqueau Fraser will premiere a new full-length ballet titled 'Seca Lacquem, Controlled Burn' with Ballet Colonne. The performance features indigenous leadership at the helm and is scheduled for May 1 and May 2 at the Colonne Community Theatre. The production aims to present indigenous stories led by indigenous peoples.

Verizon reported adding 55,000 net new mobile phone customers during January. This marks the first time in 13 years that the wireless provider has signed up more subscribers than it lost. The company remains the number one wireless provider in the United States.

Iran has been elected as one of 34 vice-presidents at the 11th Review Conference of the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) held at the UN headquarters in New York. The United States criticized the election, calling it an insult to nations that comply with non-proliferation obligations. The Trump administration maintains a demand for the complete removal of highly enriched uranium and a 20-year suspension of Iran's nuclear program. Iran has dismissed the US criticism as political posturing. The election follows an Iranian proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for lifting US port blockades, while delaying complex nuclear discussions.

The NBA has issued fines to players Marcus Smart and Luke Kennard.