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Lessons learned in 1970s have made U.S. and global economies less vulnerable to oil shocks - Updated now

WASHINGTON — Oil prices are once again surging in the wake of war in the Middle East, driving up the cost of gasoline, diesel and jet fuel. But the U.S. and world economies are less vulnerable now tha

The Columbian - Top Stories - 1 minute ago

Global oil shocks less damaging after lessons learned in '70s

The world economy is experiencing a disorienting flashback to the 1970s.

Los Angeles Times - World - 55 minutes ago

Asha Bhosle dies at 92: Bollywood legend and global music icon passes away

ALBAWABA - Asha Bhosle, legendary Indian singer, dies at 92 in Mumbai.Asha Bhosle was known for her wide range of styles and the upbeat music she sang i

Albawaba - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Ex-Obama advisor says Iran could hit Gulf oil facilities as Trump blockade squeezes regime

Ambassador Dennis Ross analyzes President Donald Trump's announced naval blockade on the Strait of Hormuz. He discusses the move's intent to pressure the Iranian regime and its nuclear program, impacting global oil supplies.

Fox News - World - 2 hours ago

Trump details US oil demand amid conflict in Iran

Rep. John James, R-Mich., discusses the failed US-Iran talks, President Trump's energy dominance strategy, and the naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. James highlights how U.S. oil output affects global energy prices and Iran's economy.

Fox News - World - 2 hours ago

Lessons learned in 1970s have made U.S. and global economies less vulnerable to oil shocks

WASHINGTON — Oil prices are once again surging in the wake of war in the Middle East, driving up the cost of gasoline, diesel and jet fuel. But the U.S. and world economies are less vulnerable now tha

The Columbian - US News - 3 hours ago

22 attacks, 800 ships stranded in Hormuz: Al Jaber - Disruptions threaten 20% of global energy flows, raising price risks - 3 - m read

Over 800 ships stranded and 22 attacked in the Strait of Hormuz as Al Jaber warns of a looming global energy supply shock and rising price pressures.

Gulf News - Business - 4 hours ago

Emmanuel Macron meets Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican to discuss global tensions - France's President Emmanuel Macron met Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican on Friday, marking their first official talks and signalling renewed dialogue between France and the Holy See at a time of rising global tensions. 10/04/2026

Video. France’s President Emmanuel Macron met Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican on Friday, marking their first official talks and signalling renewed dialogue between France and the Holy See at a time of rising global tensions.

Euronews - World - 4 hours ago

IMF chief on Iran, energy and tariffs -- Kristalina Georgieva, the managing director of the International Monetary Fund, discusses the impacts of the Iran war on the global economy and other hot-button issues.

Kristalina Georgieva, the managing director of the International Monetary Fund, discusses the impacts of the Iran war on the global economy and other hot-button issues.

CBS News - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

Poilievre calls foul, but celebrating Liberals don't seem to care how they reach a majority

High-spirited Liberals gathering at their national convention in downtown Montreal don't seem bothered by how they cobble together a majority government, as long as they find stability.

CBC News - Politics - 5 hours ago

Druzhba oil pipeline will be fixed this spring, Zelenskyy says - Ukraine's president said the Druzhba pipeline, whose operational status remains tied to EU funding for Kyiv, will be fixed later this spring, with repair work under way. 10/04/2026

Ukraine’s president said the Druzhba pipeline, whose operational status remains tied to EU funding for Kyiv, will be fixed later this spring, with repair work under way.

Euronews - World - 9 hours ago

Lessons learned in '70s have made US, world economies less vulnerable to oil shocks

The world economy is experiencing a disorienting flashback to the 1970s. Oil prices are once again surging in the wake of war in the Middle East, driving up the cost of gasoline, diesel and jet fuel …

Bay to Bay News - US News - 9 hours ago

Saudi Arabia says key oil pipeline back to full capacity after attacks

The Ministry of Energy says the East-West pipeline is back to pumping about 7 million barrels per day.

Aljazeera - World - 10 hours ago

Montreal earns shutout, spoils Fleet debut at sold-out TD Garden

Lina Ljungblom broke a scoreless deadlock in the third period, and the Victoire snapped Boston’s five-game win streak to grow their lead atop the PWHL.

Boston Globe - Sports - 12 hours ago

Oil fired homes: More expensive to heat and now harder to sell

There’s a reason late spring is the traditional peak of the annual property-selling season – well-established gardens are starting to bloom and homes look ...

Independent.ie - Business - 16 hours ago

Anze Kopitar honored after Kings beat nemesis Oilers during regular-season home finale

Kings captain Anze Kopitar held back tears while thanking fans for their support after his final regular-season home game at Crypto.com Arena on Saturday.

Los Angeles Times - Sports - 21 hours ago

Expert reveals when market hit 'low for the year' amid global tension

Yardeni Research president Dr. Ed Yardeni discusses whether the market found its bottom on ‘Making Money.’

Fox News - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Trump claims tankers headed to US to load up on oil in morning rant

The president claimed Saturday morning that U.S. forces were beginning the process of ‘clearing out’ the Strait of Hormuz

Independent UK - US News - 1 day ago

Chinese Automakers Accelerate Global Expansion as Domestic Sales Decline

Chinese automakers boost global exports as domestic car sales decline, led by strong EV demand and expanding overseas markets in 2026.

International Business Times - Business - 1 day ago

Fake AI Photo of F-15 Crew Rescue in Iran Spreads Across Social Media -- A fabricated image claiming to show an American airman rescued from Iranian soil spread across social media before users...

A fabricated image claiming to show an American airman rescued from Iranian soil spread across social media before users flagged it as artificial intelligence.

Military.com - Opinion - 1 day ago

Japan boosts semiconductor push to shield global supply chains: Here's why

Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry approved an additional 631.5 billion yen on Saturday to accelerate research and development at chipmaker Rapidus. This is a part of a broader...

International The News - Business - 1 day ago

US advances second oil reserve release amid Middle East conflict

Washington: The US Department of Energy said it had loaned 8.48 million barrels of crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) to four compan...

Peninsula Qatar - US News - 1 day ago

UAE economy shows resilience amid global uncertainty -- m read

UAE economy powers ahead with strong growth, top credit ratings, record trade and real estate, reinforcing its status as a resilient global economic hub.

Gulf News - Business - 1 day ago

Is the toilet the 'most important piece of equipment' aboard the Artemis II? -- Anand Ram -- News

When we sent four humans 406,771 kilometres into space for the first time, we also sent a toilet with them. After all, if the plan is to go farther and farther, then it’s critical we test one of the non-negotiable parts of being human.

CBC News - World - 1 day ago

Extreme conditions and a faulty space toilet. How Artemis II returned with Australia's help

The mission faced engineering and human health challenges. Overcoming these obstacles in deep space was the whole point.

SBS - World - 2 days ago

S&P 500 is about to wipe out Iran war losses. Why stocks are more optimistic than oil

"Stocks look somewhat more hopeful of a happy ending than oil, with equity indices now outperforming the pull-back seen in oil futures," Barclays said.

CNBC - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Middle East war triggering global energy 'shock' – IMF

The global economy faces slower growth due to supply disruptions caused by the conflict in the Middle East, IMF managing director Kristalina Georgieva has said

Russia Today - Business - 2 days ago

Poilievre challenges PM Carney to defend private property rights in B.C. in wake of Cowichan decision - Canada - British Columbia - | April 10

Federal Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is calling on Prime Minister Mark Carney's Liberal government to defend private property rights in face of what he claims is a threat posed by a landmark B.C. Supreme Court decision establishing Aboriginal title on private property.

CBC News - Politics - 2 days ago

Egypt is the bellwether for a global debt crisis

The country, highly indebted and suffering from double-digit inflation, is fully exposed to price shockwaves unleashed by the Iran war

The Globe and Mail - Business - 2 days ago

Stocks waver and oil prices hold steady ahead of planned U.S.-Iran talks

NEW YORK — Stocks wavered on Wall Street Friday and oil prices held steady amid a shaky ceasefire agreement between the U.S. and Iran.

The Columbian - Business - 2 days ago

The EU's global warming monitor also reported the second-highest global sea surface temperature.

The EU's global warming monitor also reported the second-highest global sea surface temperature and said based on current trends, a shift towards El Nino conditions was likely.

Deutsche Welle - Science - 2 days ago

Dolce & Gabbana co-founder steps down as chair -- The bold and sensual fashion house has been struggling with debt amidst a slowdown in global luxury spending.

The bold and sensual fashion house has been struggling with debt amidst a slowdown in global luxury spending.

BBC News - Business - 2 days ago

Oil flows shift as Trump raises Hormuz concerns

ALBAWABA - As rising tensions continue to disrupt international energy markets, U.S. President Donald Trump has cautioned Iran against charging tolls to

Albawaba - Business - 2 days ago

U.S. oil slips below $100 as Trump demands reopening of Strait of Hormuz

U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday warned Iran to "stop now" if it was charging tankers to transit the Strait of Hormuz.

CNBC - Top Stories - 2 days ago

US trade court reviews legality of Trump's 10% global tariff

A US trade court panel based on three judges is set to review the legality of 10 percent global tariffs imposed by the Trump administration on Friday. The hearing, set for 10 a.m. ET, is based on a...

International The News - World - 2 days ago

Stocks rise and oil prices gain as investors await ceasefire talks

Markets have remained positive, with oil prices edging slightly upward, coupled with gains for global equities ahead of the US-Iran talks in Islamabad on Saturday.

Euronews - Business - 2 days ago

North Sea oil prices hit record high amid Strait of Hormuz row

It eclipses the previous record, set during the 2008 financial crisis

Independent UK - Business - 2 days ago

North Sea oil price rises to record high amid tension over ceasefire

It came as President Donald Trump accused Iran of not abiding by the agreement to immediately open the Strait of Hormuz.

Evening Standard - Business - 2 days ago

'I figure that, at this rate, Pierre Poilievre himself will be joining the Liberals.' Letters to the editor for April 10

In today’s letters to the editor: Donald Trump; floor crossing; the courts; remote hearings; nuclear energy

The Globe and Mail - Opinion - 2 days ago

ASX dips as tech stocks continue to slump; oil prices rise

The Australian sharemarket fell slightly on Friday, but the local bourse held on to much of its gains from earlier in the week.

Sydney Morning Herald - Business - 2 days ago

What this real-world oil price says about the level of energy market stress

Energy analysts warn that the Iran ceasefire is not likely to alleviate acute signs of stress in the physical oil market.

CNBC - World - 2 days ago

Oil prices rise on Middle East supply concerns

Singapore: Oil prices edged higher in early trading on Friday, supported by ongoing concerns over potential disruptions to energy flows through the St...

Peninsula Qatar - Business - 2 days ago

Trump says Iran 'better stop' if it's charging oil tankers to transit Hormuz strait

President Donald Trump said that Iran "better stop now" if it is charging fees to oil tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz.

CNBC - Politics - 2 days ago

Strait of Hormuz still seeing significantly lower traffic despite ceasefire -- Few ships passed through the waterway Wednesday and Thursday despite a ceasefire agreement that was supposed to open the waterway key to transiting oil across the globe.

Few ships passed through the waterway Wednesday and Thursday despite a ceasefire agreement that was supposed to open the waterway key to transiting oil across the globe.

CBS News - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Hormuz strait oil traffic way down after ceasefire; Hassett says even one tanker is big

Trump said the temporary ceasefire is "subject to the Islamic Republic of Iran agreeing to the COMPLETE, IMMEDIATE, and SAFE OPENING of the Strait of Hormuz."

CNBC - Politics - 2 days ago

U.S. stocks rise and oil prices trim their gains on hopes for the ceasefire with Iran

U.S. stocks rose, even though oil prices did too, as financial markets moved more modestly a day after surging on optimism about a ceasefire in the war with Iran.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 2 days ago

Attack on Saudi Arabian pipeline wiped out 10 percent of kingdom's oil export capacity

Saudi Arabia's energy ministry released a detailed statement on Thursday describing targets hit by Iran and the toll on exports

Middle East Eye - US News - 2 days ago

Oil prices hover around $100 as concerns about ceasefire persist

The national average price per gallon of gas was $4.17, continuing its monthlong climb.

NBC News - Business - 3 days ago

'I feel badly' for former Conservative MP Marilyn Gladu's constituents: Poilievre

After Marilyn Gladu became the fourth Conservative MP to join this Liberal government, Opposition Leader Pierre Poilievre said he believes 'constituents in her riding and every riding should be able to petition for a byelection whenever a member of Parliament changes parties.'

CBC News - Politics - 3 days ago

US stocks rise and oil prices trim their gains on hopes for the ceasefire with Iran

U.S. stocks rose, even though oil prices did too, as financial markets moved more modestly a day after surging on optimism about a ceasefire in the war with Iran. After

Lancaster Online - Business - 3 days ago

Global Investors Recalibrate Strategies Amid Geopolitical Tensions And Emerging Market Shifts

New data shows investors aren't merely reacting to market volatility; they're redesigning long‑term capital allocation strategies to balance geopolitics, industrial policy and dynamic growth opportunities in 2026.

International Business Times - Business - 3 days ago

Oil rally loses steam after Israel agrees to negotiate with Lebanon

Oil prices were volatile Thursday as the U.S.-Iran ceasefire agreement remained fragile.

CNBC - US News - 3 days ago

Oil tankers reportedly moving through Strait of Hormuz, CEO says, as prices slide

Gristedes CEO John Catsimatidis says limited tanker traffic is beginning to move through the Strait of Hormuz, with flow still far below normal levels as oil prices decline.

Fox News - Business - 3 days ago

Markets Rebound on Ceasefire News but Oil Prices Edge Higher

Despite its fragile status, the ceasefire between the United States and Iran helped stocks rebound on Wednesday with all three major indices surging on the news. But oil prices are inching back up again, raising concerns. NBC’s Brian Cheung joins TODAY on what that means for gas prices and the ripple effects on groceries, airfares and more.

NBC News - Business - 3 days ago

School bathrooms have gone down the toilet – and that's a serious problem

The dire state of bathrooms in Ontario’s public schools is a sad reflection of how the province handles education

The Globe and Mail - Opinion - 3 days ago

Emperor penguins listed as endangered species -- The emperor penguin has been declared an endangered species as climate change​ pushes the icon of Antarctica a step closer to extinction, the global authority on threatened wildlife says.

The emperor penguin has been declared an endangered species as climate change​ pushes the icon of Antarctica a step closer to extinction, the global authority on threatened wildlife says.

CBS News - Science - 3 days ago

Oil prices rise as concerns grow over fragile US-Iran ceasefire deal

Israel launched strikes on Lebanon after the US-Iran ceasefire had been announced

Independent UK - Business - 3 days ago

FTSE 100 Live: Index fades and oil price rises amid ceasefire strain

The Brent crude oil price today resumed its rise amid signs the Middle East ceasefire is already under strain.

Evening Standard - Business - 3 days ago

Oil prices rise and stocks fall as investors wary of 'fragile' US-Iran ceasefire

Experts said doubts about the stability of the deal in the Middle East were showing up in investor sentiment.

Evening Standard - Business - 3 days ago

Oil and fuel prices to remain high throughout the year: Deloitte report -- Kyle Bakx -- - -- |

The ongoing war between Iran and the U.S. is expected to keep oil prices high for the remainder of the year, including gasoline, diesel and jet fuel prices too.

CBC News - Business - 3 days ago

Asian stocks slide as oil prices surge amid Middle East ceasefire uncertainty

Asian stock markets’ outlook turns out to sombre on Thursday as the doubts loom large on the effectiveness of ceasefire agreement between the US and Iran. In the wake of turbulent...

International The News - Business - 3 days ago

Why the price you pay for oil won't return to pre-war levels — despite the ceasefire with Iran

Global shipping and energy markets may never be the same, as the world grapples with ongoing questions about the Strait of Hormuz.

NBC News - Business - 3 days ago

London IPOs dry up in 2026 as firms fear global volatility and AI bubble

But experts said there were firms waiting in the wings which could lead to a rebound later in the year.

Independent UK - Business - 3 days ago

Oil plunges on Iran ceasefire news, setting the stage for some relief on gas prices

The S&P 500 jumped 2.2% and could climb even higher "as euphoria returns to markets," analysts at JPMorgan wrote.

NBC News - Business - 4 days ago

Stocks surge and oil tumbles amid US-Iran ceasefire

The FTSE 100 closed up 260.09 points, 2.5%, at 10,608.88.

Independent UK - Business - 4 days ago

The Dow surges 1,300 in a worldwide rally as oil plunges toward $90 following a ceasefire with Iran

Stock markets are surging worldwide, and oil prices are plunging back toward $90 per barrel after President Trump pulled back from his threat in the war with Iran.

One America News Network - Top Stories - 4 days ago

Reform calls for 'every last drop' of oil and gas to be extracted in UK

Energy spokesperson Richard Tice made the call at a press conference in Aberdeen.

Evening Standard - Politics - 4 days ago

Türkiye joins global push to limit social media for under 15s

Turkish lawmakers are considering age verification and parental control requirements as part of a broader effort to curb online risks to children

Daily Sabah - Politics - 4 days ago

Global Airline Industry Boss Warns Jet Fuel Supply May Take Months to Recover

Willie Walsh, director general of IATA, said that data from April and May would provide a clearer picture of the ​scale of disruption.

Epoch Times - Business - 4 days ago

Global Markets Rally on Ceasefire News as Oil Slumps 16% Below $100

Global markets rallied this morning following news of a proposed two-week ceasefire, offering a temporary reprieve for investors amid heightened geopoli

Albawaba - Business - 4 days ago

FTSE 100 Live: Stocks rebound as oil price slides on Iran ceasefire

Stock markets have bounced after the oil price slid on the back of a two-week ceasefire in the Iran war.

Evening Standard - Business - 4 days ago

'Donald Trump is ... waging wars and upending the global economy with no plan whatsoever.' Letters to the editor for April 8

In today’s letters to the editor: Donald Trump; government spending; Alberta and Quebec; high-speed rail; war preparation; social safety net; the Leafs; a pun

The Globe and Mail - Opinion - 4 days ago

Oil prices fall sharply after Trump announces two-week Iran war ceasefire

While oil and gas supply issues are set to remain, for now, the stock market reaction has been massive.

Sky News - Top Stories - 4 days ago

Oil prices drop after US-Iran ceasefire deal

ALBAWABA - Global oil prices have fallen sharply, while stock markets have increased after the announcement of a two-week ceasefire deal between the Uni

Albawaba - Business - 4 days ago

Oilers vs Mammoth: Keller scores in overtime as Utah completes comeback win over Edmonton

The Utah Mammoth completed a dramatic comeback to defeat the Edmonton Oilers 6-5 in overtime, according to NHL. Clayton Keller scored the winning goal just 33 seconds into overtime on the power...

International The News - Sports - 4 days ago

Oil prices plummet and stocks surge after Trump suspends Iran attacks

US president’s decision contingent on Tehran agreeing to two-week ceasefire and reopening Strait of Hormuz

Independent UK - Business - 4 days ago

Oil prices nudge higher amid caution ahead of Trump's Iran deadline

The FTSE 100 opened a touch higher but quickly swung into the red on Tuesday morning.

Evening Standard - Business - 5 days ago

Oil, Gas Crisis 'More Serious Than 1973, 1979, 2022 Together,' IEA Chief Says

Fatih Birol said he was ’very pessemistic' about the situation facing the global economy due to the continued blockage of the Strait of Hormuz.

Epoch Times - Business - 5 days ago

Oil prices surge as Trump's Iran deadline looms

The US President Donald Trump has set a deadline for Iran to reopen the crucial Strait of Hormuz shipping route, causing global oil prices to become highly volatile. Global benchmark crude rose 1.4%...

International The News - Business - 5 days ago

War's cost: How conflict is reshaping global economy -- m read

How the US-Israel-Iran war is reshaping the global economy, driving energy shocks, inflation, supply chain disruption and recession risks worldwide.

Gulf News - Opinion - 5 days ago

Oura and WHOOP Share the Stage for the First Time at Women's Global Impact

On stage, Oura's Holly Shelton explained why we should pay attention to more than just "the peaks and the valleys" of our data.

Newsweek - Health - 6 days ago

Melania Trump: Americans Should 'Embrace AI' in Education to 'Outpace the Global Community'

First Lady Melania Trump writes in an op-ed that AI "could improve teaching and help deliver a world-class education to our children," and emphasized that "we should embrace AI now in order to ensure America’s children outpace the global community."

Breitbart - Technology - 6 days ago

It's-a-hit: 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie' box office blasts off with $372.5 million globally

Mixed reviews didn’t dissuade mass audiences from buying tickets to the “The Super Mario Galaxy Movie,” which scored the biggest opening of the year for a Hollywood movie.

One America News Network - Entertainment - 6 days ago

The next global health crisis is already here: Childhood trauma from war

While the global community often counts the visible toll, lives lost, schools destroyed, the wounds of trauma, displacement, and broken trust can follow children for the rest of their lives.

Global Voices - Top Stories - 6 days ago

The value of knowing nobody cares -- Melanie McFarland -- In its way, Bill Lawrence and Steve Carell's comedy interrupts the globally destructive pull of male insecurity

In its way, Bill Lawrence and Steve Carell's comedy interrupts the globally destructive pull of male insecurity.

Salon - Top Stories - 6 days ago

Climate Change -- NASA's Artemis II nears the moon, oil trumps endangered species, snowpack plummets

An update on NASA’s historic moon mission, alarm over the low snowpack in the western U.S. and a move that could endanger wildlife in the Gulf of Mexico

Scientific American - Environment - 6 days ago

NASA's Artemis II nears the moon, oil trumps endangered species, snowpack plummets

An update on NASA’s historic moon mission, alarm over the low snowpack in the western U.S. and a move that could endanger wildlife in the Gulf of Mexico

Scientific American - Top Stories - 6 days ago

Oil prices turn volatile after Trump's fiery warning to Iran

Oil prices fluctuated sharply in early Monday trading across Asia following a series of aggressive threats from Donald Trump on social media posts. The US President warned to destroy Iran’s...

International The News - Business - 6 days ago

Oil Prices Breach $111 as Trump's Deadline for Iran to Reopen Strait of Hormuz Nears

The United States military may target Iran’s power plants and bridges this week if Tehran does not open up the Strait of Hormuz, the U.S. president has warned.

Epoch Times - Business - 6 days ago

Toilet Troubles Plague Artemis II as It Speeds Toward the Moon

The Artemis II crew are ready for their historic lunar fly-around to push deeper into space than even the Apollo astronauts, but one problem remains. The onboard toilet is giving them trouble. Again.

Breitbart - Technology - 7 days ago

NASA Artemis II astronauts fix toilet glitch again midway to Moon

More than halfway to the Moon, astronauts aboard NASA Artemis II faced an unexpected challenge when a toilet malfunction disrupted their otherwise smooth journey. The crew, who were travelling in...

International The News - Technology - 7 days ago

China Builds Undersea Warfare Edge Through Global Seafloor Mapping

China is mapping the world’s oceans at scale to gain a decisive advantage in submarine warfare, eroding long-standing U.S. undersea dominance.

Epoch Times - Opinion - 8 days ago

Speculation Miliband will approve drilling new oil and gas field 'unfounded'

There are calls for more drilling to take place as the UK deals with the energy price shock from the Middle East war. The UK government has not ruled out approving the field.

Sky News - Politics - 9 days ago

NASA's Artemis II mission sends astronauts-and an upgraded space toilet-around the moon

Artemis II blasts off on a high‑stakes lunar flyby, marking NASA’s first crewed mission to the moon in decades

Scientific American - Top Stories - 9 days ago

Global energy crisis: US gas price hit $4 while Hong Kong prices soar to $15

The world is currently experiencing uncertainty due to the extreme disparity between US gas prices and those in Hong Kong-currently the world’s most expensive market-driven by geopolitical...

International The News - Business - 9 days ago

Oil prices up after Trump warns U.S. to hit Iran 'extremely hard' in weeks ahead -- Purvi Agarwal

Oil prices surged on Thursday and equities markets around the world were mixed in volatile trade as traders weighed conflicting developments and remarks related to the Iran ‌war.

CBC News - Business - 9 days ago

Artemis II Wipes Away Mortifying Toilet Issues Hours After Historic Moon Launch

The hygiene bay is "the one place that we can go during the mission where we can actually feel like we're alone for a moment," said astronaut Jeremy Hansen.

Huffington Post - Science - 10 days ago

Oil Surges as Trump Signals Intensified Iran Strikes

Crude jumped to multi-week highs after Trump threatened Iran war escalation, unsettling markets and raising fears of prolonged supply disruptions.

Epoch Times - Business - 10 days ago

Trump's war could see fuel rationing and global recession in 'months'

Prolonged disruption would slow world GDP growth to 1.4 percent in 2026, Oxford Economics warns

Independent UK - Business - 10 days ago

Exclusive: Greek ships secretly supplying Israel with oil and military cargo

Shadow ships are turning off their signals and filing false destinations to supply Israel via Turkey

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 10 days ago

Trump's threat to hit Iran 'extremely hard' jolts global stocks, bonds and oil

Investor sentiment quickly soured as Trump's speech went on, with Asian markets and U.S. bonds dipping.

CNBC - World - 10 days ago

Oil spikes and shares drop following Trump Iran address: Here's why

US President Donald Trump delivered a primetime televised speech about the ongoing conflict happening in Iran on Wednesday. The situation remains volatile, resulting in instability. The prices of...

International The News - Business - 10 days ago

Chery breaks six million mark, global expansion continues

Doha, Qatar: Since entering 2026, the global automotive industry has been undergoing a dual cycle of structural adjustment and technological restructu...

Peninsula Qatar - Technology - 10 days ago

Oil prices rise after Trump speech | Analysis

Sky's Wilfred Frost unpicks the latest developments in the oil price following US President Donald Trump's address to the nation.

Sky News - Business - 10 days ago

Which consumer services are adding a fuel surcharge (or not) as oil prices rise? -- Jenna Benchetrit

As the war in the Middle East continues, crude oil prices are hovering well above the $100 US mark — a pressure that is starting to weigh on consumer-facing, fuel-guzzling businesses like airlines, shipping couriers and rideshare companies.

CBC News - Business - 10 days ago

Space Exploration -- Artemis II's toilet is a moon mission milestone

On their voyages to the moon, NASA’s astronauts are finally getting some creature comforts of terrestrial toilets—such as having a door and being able to pee and poop simultaneously

Scientific American - Environment - 11 days ago

Trump administration launches new bid to attract U.S. oil companies to Venezuela — but finding few takers -- Kyle Bakx -- News -- - -- Canada -- - -- Calgary

President Donald Trump has been pressuring U.S. oil and gas executives to invest in Venezuela’s energy sector, nearly three months after the toppling of former president Nicolás Maduro, as the country is said to have the largest crude oil reserves in the world.

CBC News - Business - 11 days ago

Prof Stuart Cole: 'Bus services, trains, petrol stations and so much more will be hit by the oil crisis'

"A major bus operator in South Wales purchased diesel in bulk this week at £1.49ppl; up from £1.30ppl"

WalesOnline - Business - 11 days ago

Canada's economy saw slight growth in January with gains in mining, oil and gas -- Jenna Benchetrit

Canada's economy saw slight growth in January, as gains in goods-producing industries like mining offset a slowdown in manufacturing, Statistics Canada said on Tuesday.

CBC News - Business - 11 days ago

Housebuilder Berkeley to pause buying new land for homes amid global volatility

The risk of global volatility slowing recovery in the housing market ‘has now become a reality’, Berkeley said.

Independent UK - Business - 11 days ago

Australia responds to Donald Trump's 'get your own oil' tirade

The United Kingdom and France were singled out by the US president for not joining the war in the Middle East.

SBS - Politics - 11 days ago

US exempts Gulf of Mexico oil drillers from endangered species protections

The Trump administration says protections would diminish US energy competitiveness amid the ongoing war on Iran.

Aljazeera - Environment - 11 days ago

The Global AI Race Will Be Won by Whoever Manages the Backlash | Opinion

Maha Hosain Aziz, professor at NYU, argues the AI race will be won by those who manage risk and avoid backlash.

Newsweek - Opinion - 12 days ago

Trump tells Britain 'go get your own oil' in new attack over Iran war

Donald Trump has blasted Britain for refusing to help in the ‘decapitation of Iran’ as rising oil and gas prices hit UK consumers

Evening Standard - World - 12 days ago

Eli Lilly reaches deal to bring AI-developed drugs to global market

U.S. pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly will give Hong Kong-listed Insilico $115 million upfront to bring some of its AI-discovered drugs to the global market.

CNBC - Health - 12 days ago

Oil surge tests US airlines, opens door for industry shakeout

A sharp rise in oil prices is emerging as the first major financial stress test for US airlines since the pandemic, exposing deep divides between stronger carriers and those already under...

International The News - Business - 13 days ago

Qatar's rise as a global startup hub: Unlocking strategic partnership opportunities with Uzbekistan

In recent years, Qatar has become a hub for innovation, entrepreneurship and global technology investment. Through government initiatives, large-scale...

Peninsula Qatar - Opinion - 13 days ago

Why Iran war should make you as afraid of petrochemicals as oil prices

Worried about consumer inflation to come from Strait of Hormuz closure? The economy has one word for you other than oil: plastics.

CNBC - World - 13 days ago

Wexford family-run business honoured on global stage at Chicago awards

The Kavanagh family behind Smyth’s Homevalue in Enniscorthy had a trip of a lifetime in Chicago where they were honoured as the only national winners from ...

Independent.ie - Business - 13 days ago

The Iran war has exposed the fragility of the global energy system. Could renewables shield people from the shock?

The Iran war has exposed the fragility of the global energy system as countries remain dependent on fossil fuels. Could renewables like wind, solar, hydropower and photovoltaic shield people from the shock?

Deutsche Welle - Environment - 14 days ago

Markets see Fed's next move as potential hike as oil prices, inflation fears rise

Traders in the futures market shifted the probability of a rate increase by the end of 2026 to 52% on Friday morning.

CNBC - Business - 15 days ago

Global financial volatility boosts demand for fintech apps

While global fintech investment has entered a more selective phase due to high interest rates and valuation corrections, Türkiye's ecosystem has...

Daily Sabah - Business - 16 days ago

Wildlife killed, reefs damaged in 'active' Gulf of Mexico oil spill

Authorities say the oil is seeping from three sources, including a vessel that has not yet been identified.

Aljazeera - Environment - 16 days ago

How Secure Is California's Fuel Supply Amid Global Oil Disruption?

California produces only 25 percent of the crude oil it consumes and has no pipelines bringing refined fuel into the state. When global fuel supply tighten...

Epoch Times - US News - 17 days ago

Global trading system hit by 'worst disruptions in the past 80 years': WTO chief

Yaound : The global trading system is experiencing the worst disruptions in the past 80 years , World Trade Organization chief Ngozi Okonjo Iweala wa...

Peninsula Qatar - Top Stories - 17 days ago

Russian oil at premium over Middle East war – Bloomberg

Indian refiners have booked around 60 million barrels of Russian oil at $5-15 above Brent price as the Strait of Hormuz disruption tightens Middle East supplies

Russia Today - Business - 18 days ago

IEA Chief says ready to release more oil reserves if needed

Tokyo: Executive Director of the International Energy Agency (IEA) Fatih Birol said on Wednesday the Agency is ready to release additional oil reserve...

Peninsula Qatar - Top Stories - 18 days ago

Compost, pH balance boost soil health, plant growth

We all dream of it: A breathtaking, lush, verdant garden that nourishes our souls and makes us the envy of the neighborhood. And to make that dream come...

Daily Sabah - Environment - 18 days ago

EU shelves Russian oil ban as Iran war rattles energy markets

The EU has reportedly postponed a proposal to ban Russian oil imports, removing the draft from the agenda as the Iran war fuels energy price turmoil

Russia Today - Business - 19 days ago

How Cuba is struggling under the U.S. oil blockade

Cubans fed up with rolling blackouts have staged sporadic protests in recent days, banging pots and shouting slogans against the government.

Los Angeles Times - World - 20 days ago

Iran War Triggers Global Energy Emergency

The impact of the war has quickly gone from bad to potentially catastrophic.

New York Magazine - Business - 22 days ago

An answer to US drought conditions may be in the toilet

Americans are willing to fork out extra money each month to drink recycled wastewater. With climate change intensifying drought in several regions, cities are exploring ways to turn sewage into drinking water.

Deutsche Welle - Environment - 22 days ago

Trump broke the global energy market - now he expects others to fix it

The US president's language is more definitive than before. It feels more than ever like an "off-ramp" from his "Iran excursion" as he calls it.

Sky News - World - 22 days ago

European stocks finish lower as oil rises and investors bet on rate hikes

Shares listed in Europe opened in the green before falling as the oil price climbed above $110 per barrel.

CNBC - World - 23 days ago

Gulf oil sector contributes about $561bn to regional economy in 2024

MUSCAT: The oil sector in the Gulf contributed about $561.2 billion to the region s economy in 2024, accounting for 24% of gross domestic product at c...

Peninsula Qatar - Top Stories - 23 days ago

Cuba restores power and vows 'unyielding resistance' to U.S. oil blockade

The communist-run island nation is thought to be facing its biggest test since the collapse of the Soviet Union amid a U.S. oil blockade.

CNBC - World - 24 days ago

Iran's exiled 'water terrorist' wins top global prize

The Stockholm Water Prize, handed to Kaveh Madani, celebrates outstanding contributions to the sustainable use and protection of water resources.

Euronews - Environment - 25 days ago

Cryptocurrency in the Arab World: Strategy, Power, and the Post-Oil Economy

Dr. Gil FeilerOver the past few years, the cryptocurrency sector in the Arab world has evolved from a marginal financial curiosity into a strategic comp

Albawaba - Business - 26 days ago

US Fed confronts stagflation risk as Iran war triggers oil shock and clouds rate path -- 3 min read

Surging crude prices, slowing growth, and mixed jobs data leave the U.S. Federal Reserve balancing inflation risks against a weakening economy

First Post - Top Stories - 26 days ago

Bessent says Treasury is not intervening in oil commodities markets and has no authority to do so

Bessent addressed rumors that the Treasury Department or some other arm of government might step in to try to lower oil prices.

CNBC - Business - 27 days ago

How the Iran oil shock differs from 1970s stagflation

Some investors are drawing comparisons with the 1970s to interpret where markets are headed in 2026, but there are several key differences to note this time around.

CNBC - Business - 27 days ago

François Kaserake Kamate on global complicity and the fight for the DRC

"I was of violence, war and the cycle of social injustices. I wanted to follow a non-violent path because I believed in peaceful strategies to change the paradigm."

Global Voices - Technology - 28 days ago

F1 races in Bahrain, Saudi cancelled due to Middle East turmoil

Paris, France: FormulaOne races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia have been cancelled as the Middle East war engulfs the region, motorsport s governing body...

Peninsula Qatar - Sports - 28 days ago

Iran sends millions of oil barrels to China through Strait of Hormuz even as war chokes the waterway

Iran has continued to ship crude oil via the Strait of Hormuz to China even as the war between U.S.-Israel and Iran has disrupted broader energy supplies via the waterway.

CNBC - Business - 1 month ago

Trump's War Is Destroying the Global Economy

Spiraling financial chaos might be the only thing that can force the president to pull back from this conflict.

The Nation - Business - 1 month ago

Loading... Could a Strait of Hormuz closure slow India's internet? -- The Strait of Hormuz is not only vital for global oil shipments but also a major route for submarine internet cables linking Asia and Europe. With nearly one-third of India's westward data traffic passing through the corridor, any disruption could affect international connectivity, cloud services and digital infrastructure

The Strait of Hormuz is not only vital for global oil shipments but also a major route for submarine internet cables linking Asia and Europe. With nearly one-third of India’s westward data traffic passing through the corridor, any disruption could affect international connectivity, cloud services and digital infrastructure

First Post - Technology - 1 month ago

Global warming has accelerated since 2015: Study

Global warming has accelerated in a 'statistically significant' way since 2015, according to a study published by the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact...

Daily Sabah - Environment - 1 month ago

When women organise, democracy survives: Why gender justice cannot be a casualty of global crises

“Across regions, feminist movements and women-led civil society organisations face a convergence of crises that threatens decades of hard-won progress ... ”

Global Voices - Health - 1 month ago

'Toilet wars': US naval crews face plumbing chaos en route to Middle East

Sailors speak of burnout and sewage problems, while social media users joke that blocked toilets could stall US plans against Iran

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 1 month ago

Oil prices rise on US inflation optimism despite OPEC supply concern

Doha, Qatar: Oil prices settled marginally higher on Friday after data showed an overall slowdown in US inflation, helping offset supply concerns as O...

Peninsula Qatar - Business - 1 month ago

Anthropic vs Anthropic: Why is a Karnataka start-up suing the US AI giant? -- A Karnataka-based company named Anthropic has filed a lawsuit against US AI firm Anthropic PBC, alleging trademark infringement and brand confusion after the American company's India expansion. The case, now before a Karnataka court, comes as global AI giants enter India's booming tech market

A Karnataka-based company named Anthropic has filed a lawsuit against US AI firm Anthropic PBC, alleging trademark infringement and brand confusion after the American company’s India expansion. The case, now before a Karnataka court, comes as global AI giants enter India’s booming tech market

First Post - Technology - 2 months ago

Long main resource for Russia, oil revenues now begin to dwindle

Oil and gas exports have so far kept Russia's finances afloat even as its war with Ukraine continues to rage on. But as the fourth anniversary of the...

Daily Sabah - Business - 2 months ago

Researchers in Africa are using AI to fill the global health care gap

Africa has 11 percent of the world’s population and 24 percent of the global disease burden, yet only 3 percent of the world’s health workers and less than 1 percent of global health expenditure.

Global Voices - Technology - 2 months ago

London stocks hit record as 2026 kicks off with global gains

London: Stock markets rose Friday, the first trading day of 2026, with London s benchmark FTSE 100 index reaching 10,000 points for the first time....

Peninsula Qatar - Top Stories - 3 months ago

Frisky business -- Menopause can send sex drives down the toilet — this treatment's helping women get their groove back

A growing number of women are turning to testosterone treatments to ease their menopause symptoms — and save their sex lives. The Post spoke to two women who lost their libidos but got them back.

New York Post - Health - 3 months ago

What China's energy sector can and cannot do for the Global South

Will South Asia’s energy future be determined by local needs or by the strategic interests of a rising great power?

Global Voices - Business - 4 months ago

The green fault line: The Global North, China, and the politics of climate finance in South Asia

“As right-leaning governments gain power, the willingness to spend on climate mitigation or on assistance to developing countries is declining.”

Global Voices - Business - 4 months ago

The Global Internet Is Coming Apart

More and more countries are following China’s lead, limiting digital access and building their own “everything apps.”

New York Magazine - Technology - 4 months ago

Wave of harassment and abuse allegations roils Turkey's arts and culture scene

Among the men are photographers, musicians, actors, comedians, critics, and publishers. In response, several platforms and collaborators have cut ties with accused individuals.

Global Voices - World - 7 months ago

Trump Says America's Oil Industry Is Cleaner Than Other Countries'. New Data Shows Massive Emissions From Texas Wells.

The oil industry touts Texas as a success story in controlling climate-warming methane emissions. The state’s regulator, however, grants nearly every request to burn or vent gas into the atmosphere.

ProPublica - Environment - 7 months ago

Upset and upheaval: AI promises to revolutionise the global economy

A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist

Economist - Business - 8 months ago

How Bad Bunny leapt to the top of the global music charts

The Puerto Rican rapper has millions of fans beyond the Hispanophone world

Economist - Entertainment - 9 months ago

From Tony-Winning Shows to Global Streams: How BroadwayHD Is Changing the Stage

BroadwayHD is home to hundreds of productions, including those such as Swan Lake, Romeo and Juliet, and Cats. The platform, which is always ad-free, features the finest productions, from Shakespeare's iconic plays to Tony Award-winning blockbusters.

International Business Times - Entertainment - 11 months ago

"The Rise and Fall of Terrorgram," a Documentary from ProPublica and FRONTLINE, Investigates a Global Online Terror Network

Go inside the Terrorgram Collective, a transnational network of extremists accused of inciting acts of white supremacist terrorism on the messaging platform Telegram.

ProPublica - Technology - 1 year ago

The Rise and Fall of Terrorgram: Inside a Global Online Hate Network

How a cadre of white supremacists used the loosely moderated social media platform Telegram to inspire lethal violence — until authorities took them down.

ProPublica - Technology - 1 year ago

Trump intent on imposing global tariffs

The on-again, off-again tariffs between the United States and other countries are again under scrutiny, with the U.S. president not budging. VOA White House Correspondent Carolyn Presutti reports.

Voice of America - World - 1 year ago

Coastal villages struggle to recover after oil spill disaster near Philippine capital

"Toxic oil spills in our oceans are like fires in our forests, leaving a path of destruction that brings decades of negative impacts."

Global Voices - Science - 1 year ago