Easter Weekend

• S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq, and Russell 2000 futures turned lower on Sunday evening ahead of the US market reopening on April 6, 2026, post-Easter weekend. • The downturn follows a holiday break, with trading heavily impacted by recent geopolitical developments and economic data releases. • Investors are monitoring ceasefire reports and Trump-related escalation threats for potential volatility at the open.

• The Monadnock region in New Hampshire and nearby Vermont feature a packed April 3-4 weekend with live music, Peking Acrobats at Colonial Theatre in Keene at 7 p.m. for $50 adults/$30 youth, and Easter events. • Gaslight Tinkers perform global-Celtic fusion at Next Stage Arts in Putney, VT until midnight, while Fat Angus AC/DC tribute hits Charlestown's Clubhouse at 9 p.m. for $12.51. • Saturday offers TAKAAT punk-rock at Nova Arts and Mike Block Trio roots music at The Showroom in Keene, alongside family egg hunts at East Hill Farm.

The Bureau of Meteorology says a blend of fine days and showers expected for most capital cities over the coming daysFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastMany Australians can expect mild temperatures and a chance of showers over the Easter weekend, while meteorologists predict a cyclone will form in the Coral Sea on Sunday.The Bureau of Meteorology has forecast a blend of fine days and showers for most capital cities over the coming days. Continue reading...