Brent crude hits 4-year high, soaring past $126, as U.S. military to reportedly brief Trump on action against Iran

Brent crude hit a 4-year high Thursday following a report that the U.S. military would brief President Donald Trump on potential action against Iran, raising worries that armed conflict could resume, and building on the American blockade of Iranian exports. https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/30/oil-prices-today-brent-wti-us-iran-war-trump.html

CBS News poll on California governor’s race: What are primary voters looking for?

The California governor’s primary — and Tuesday’s debate — take place against a backdrop of voters calling the cost of living in the state unmanageable, with many feeling the famous “California Dream” is out of reach. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/california-governors-race-primary-voters-opinion-poll-2026-04-27/