AI Stocks Crash Amid Global Turmoil | Duluth News

Duluth News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 17, 2026 · 1m

Global markets plunged as AI stocks led the sell-off, with Tokyo’s Nikkei crashing nearly 5% and semiconductor giants taking the brunt — a chilling reminder of tech’s market ripple effects. Meanwhile, U.S. Defense Secretary hints at damage to Iran’s Chabahar port, escalating Middle East tensions. Back home, Texas battles catastrophic flooding, straining emergency response systems. And in Japan, parliament enacts a law cementing male-only imperial succession — a traditional move amid a shrinking population and future monarchy questions. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…