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The price of Brent crude oil surges past $125 a barrel as worries brew over an escalation in the Iran war

The price of Brent crude oil surges past $125 a barrel as worries brew over an escalation in the Iran war.

Bay to Bay News - World - 32 minutes ago

Oliver Callan: All eyes are on Iran, but nothing can distract from the madness and mayhem in Donald Trump's administration

The thwarted attack on the White House Correspondents’ Dinner devoured America and its news cycle for days. The various wars and global turmoil got less co...

Independent.ie - Top Stories - 43 minutes ago

Iran, World Cup loom over FIFA Congress - Iran's absence is already threatening to overshadow the meeting - 1h ago - 3 - m read

FIFA Congress in Vancouver faces Iran World Cup row, Russia ban debate and human rights concerns ahead of the biggest tournament across Canada, US and Mexico.

Gulf News - Sports - 46 minutes ago

Brent crude soars past $126 as U.S. military to reportedly brief Trump on action against Iran

Oil extended gains Thursday on signs of a prolonged U.S. blockade of Iranian exports and stalled nuclear negotiations.

CNBC - Top Stories - 53 minutes ago

UPDATE - Iran's Ghalibaf mocks Trump's blockade - 1h ago - 17 - m read

Trump plans a long US naval blockade of Iran to force nuclear concessions, as ceasefire tensions, Hormuz risks and energy market turmoil intensify.

Gulf News - World - 54 minutes ago

What are the sticking points in US-Iran talks?

Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf ridicules US's economic pressure campaign as oil prices surge and Hormuz standoff continues.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Oil prices rise on report US considering military options to break Iran deadlock

April 30 : Oil prices rose on Thursday on a report the U.S. is considering potential military action against Iran to break the deadlock in negotiations to end the war, increasing concerns of more supply disruptions to already curtailed Middle East exports. Brent crude futures for June rose $5.27, or 4.5 per c

Channel NewsAsia - Business - 1 hour ago

Iran-US war latest: President shares 'Strait of Trump' image

Trump urged Tehran to ‘get smart soon’ and reach an agreement

Independent UK - World - 2 hours ago

Ex-FBI Director Comey surrenders to feds on charges he threatened to kill Trump in Instagram post

Former FBI Director James Comey turned himself in Wednesday to federal authorities after being indicted by a grand jury on charges of threatening to kill President Trump in a social media post last...

New York Post - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

Federal court won't rehear Trump's appeal of $83 million defamation verdict against him

The ruling clears the way for Trump to ask the Supreme Court to hear his appeal.

NBC News - Business - 3 hours ago

US weighs deploying 'Dark Eagle' hypersonic missile for possible Iran strike

President Donald Trump issued a sharp warning to Iran as War Secretary Pete Hegseth prepared to face lawmakers on Capitol Hill, setting up a politically charged moment centered on national security, administration messaging, and U.S. policy toward Tehran.

Fox News - Business - 3 hours ago

Iran's Ghalibaf mocks Trump's blockade -- m read

Ghalibaf ridicules ‘junk advice’ behind blockade, blames Washington for $120 oil

Gulf News - World - 5 hours ago

New evidence released in D.C. shooting -- Cole Allen, the man accused of trying to assassinate President Trump at the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday, took a mirror selfie, allegedly gearing up for battle, officials said. Matt Gutman reports.

Cole Allen, the man accused of trying to assassinate President Trump at the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday, took a mirror selfie, allegedly gearing up for battle, officials said. Matt Gutman reports.

CBS News - Top Stories - 5 hours ago

Democrats confront Hegseth for the first time since start of Iran war

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced criticism over the estimated US$25 billion cost of the war with Iran, but dismissed their remarks as "reckless, feckless and defeatist".

Channel NewsAsia - Top Stories - 5 hours ago

Why The New Trump Passport Design Is So Unusual

"There are no precedents that I've come across, not even in authoritarian regimes," one expert said.

Huffington Post - Top Stories - 5 hours ago

Trump says U.S. may cut the number of American troops in Germany -- President Trump said Wednesday he is considering reducing the number of U.S. forces in Germany, amid a spat with Germany's chancellor and the NATO alliance over Iran.

President Trump said Wednesday he is considering reducing the number of U.S. forces in Germany, amid a spat with Germany's chancellor and the NATO alliance over Iran.

CBS News - Politics - 5 hours ago

Trump Suggests Beijing's Help for Iran Is Limited

The standoff over the Strait of Hormuz tests Beijing’s balancing act, analysts say.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 5 hours ago

Hegseth clashes with lawmakers over Iran war in nearly six-hour-long hearing

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth sparred with Democratic lawmakers during a nearly six-hour-long hearing, in his first time facing questions under oath since the start of the Iran war.

BBC News - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

US politics as it happened: China blocks journalists covering Wong; King Charles addresses US Congress; Trump says Iran in 'state of collapse'

Follow our live coverage of the conflict in the Middle East, King Charles and Queen Camilla’s US state visit and related developments in Australia.

Sydney Morning Herald - World - 7 hours ago

US politics live updates: Royals pay respects, meet victims' families at 9/11 memorial; Iran war has cost $US25 billion to date, Pentagon confirms

Follow our live coverage of the conflict in the Middle East, King Charles and Queen Camilla’s US state visit and related developments in Australia.

Sydney Morning Herald - World - 7 hours ago

Trump Thanks Samuel Alito as Supreme Court Reshapes Voting Rights Act

The case stems from Louisiana’s effort to draw a second majority-Black congressional district.

Newsweek - US News - 7 hours ago

Four key takeaways from Jerome Powell's final rate decision as Fed chair -- Powell's news conference after holding rates covered the US-Israel war with Iran, inflation, legal attacks, and the Fed's independence.

Powell's news conference after holding rates covered the US-Israel war with Iran, inflation, legal attacks, and the Fed's independence

BBC News - World - 7 hours ago

The Latest: Trump rejects Iran's latest proposal as Democrats confront Hegseth over war

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced nearly six hours of questioning Wednesday from House lawmakers for the first time since President Donald Trump’s administration launched the war against Iran. Democrats have

Lancaster Online - World - 7 hours ago

Trump administration keeps Calenda in charge of US attorney's office in R.I., sidesteps nomination, Senate confirmation

Calenda’s 120-day term as interim US attorney expired Tuesday, but now Acting US Attorney General has appointed him as a “special attorney” and first assistant US attorney.

Boston Globe - Politics - 7 hours ago

Hegseth: Congressional Critics 'Biggest Adversary' in Fight Over Iran War

Lawmakers pressed Hegseth on whether strikes on Iran achieved meaningful results as questions mount over the war’s costs.

Newsweek - US News - 8 hours ago

60 days later: The US-Israeli war on Iran so far -- RECAP

RT looks at how the US-Israeli war on Iran began, how Iran retaliated, and where the combatants stand after 60 days of war in the Persian Gulf

Russia Today - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

World -- King Charles subtly jabs at Trump in historic address while also calling for closer co-operation

King Charles delivered a historic address to U.S. Congress Tuesday that was replete with calls for better relations between Britain and the States, but he also took some subtle jabs at his host, President Donald Trump.

CBC News - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

Trump cheers UAE's exit from OPEC, says move will calm oil prices

U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday said he thinks it is “great” the United Arab Emirates is withdrawing from the Organization of the Petroleum...

Daily Sabah - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

Kraft gets a prime spot at another high-profile Trump event: the British Royal State Dinner

Tuesday's state dinner was attended by multiple tech billionaires, politicians, and members of conservative media.

Boston Globe - Politics - 9 hours ago

Departing chair Powell to stay on U.S. Fed board, citing Trump's attacks

Central banker says he worries legal attacks are putting the institution at risk

The Globe and Mail - Business - 9 hours ago

Trump speaks with Putin on Ukraine, Iran -- President Trump said he and Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke Wednesday about Ukraine and Iran.

President Trump said he and Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke Wednesday about Ukraine and Iran.

CBS News - Politics - 9 hours ago

Dems' unbound Trump-hate: Letters to the Editor — April 30, 2026

NY Post readers discuss Democrats’ role in instigating the latest assassination attempt against President Trump.

New York Post - Opinion - 10 hours ago

Iran war live: Hegseth unleashes after being asked about Trump's mental stability

Trump urged Tehran to ‘get smart soon’ and reach an agreement

Independent UK - Politics - 10 hours ago

Iranian group claims responsibility for terrorist attack on Jewish men in London

Two Jewish men were stabbed in London on Wednesday by a knife-wielding terrorist — and an Iranian regime-backed group has claimed responsibility for the antisemitic attack

New York Post - World - 10 hours ago

RIGHT, LEFT, AND CENTER -- The Trump problem in Massachusetts -- We asked three writers about Massachusetts' Republican candidates for governor and what obstacles they face along the road to November.

We asked three writers about Massachusetts' Republican candidates for governor and what obstacles they face along the road to November.

Boston Globe - Opinion - 11 hours ago

Former FBI director James Comey appears in court accused of threatening Donald Trump's life

Case relates to an Instagram post by Comey where shells were arranged to show the numbers ‘86 47′

Irish Times - World - 11 hours ago

Iran war has cost the U.S. $25 billion so far, Pentagon official says

Acting Pentagon Comptroller Jules Hurst said most of the costs came from munitions.

NBC News - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

Oil tops $118 after Trump says he will blockade Iran until it agrees to a nuclear deal

The latest move higher comes amid reports that the U.S. will look to extend its blockade of Iranian ports.

CNBC - US News - 11 hours ago

James Comey Appears in Court for Trump DOJ Indictment Over '86 47′ Post

James Comey was indicted again by Trump’s Justice Department, reviving a prosecution dismissed last year, the AP reported.

Newsweek - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

Gas prices soar to highest level so far during ongoing Iran conflict

The AAA national average price for regular gas has risen to a whopping $4.229, the highest point so far amid the still unresolved war between the U.S. and Iran.

Fox News - Business - 11 hours ago

Acting AG Blanche Denies Trump Directed James Comey Prosecution

‘This is something that has been investigated for nearly a year now,’ he said on Wednesday.

Epoch Times - US News - 11 hours ago

Oil nears $120 a barrel on fears US will extend blockade of Iran

Oil prices rose on Wednesday on signals that a US blockade on Iranian ports could go on for an extended period, prolonging an unprecedented supply shock th...

Independent.ie - Business - 11 hours ago

James Comey turns himself in after being indicted for alleged Trump threat over '86 47' post

‘This time about a picture of seashells on a North Carolina beach a year ago, and this won’t be the end of it,’ Comey said in response to the latest charges

Independent UK - Top Stories - 12 hours ago

Clooney Defends Kimmel's Trump Death fetish

Actor and Democrat activist George Clooney defended Jimmy Kimmel after the left-wing TV host fantasized about President Donald Trump's death. "Jokes are jokes," the "Ocean's 11" star said.

Breitbart - Entertainment - 12 hours ago

60 days later: The US-Israeli war on Iran so far

RT looks at how the US-Israeli war on Iran began, how Iran retaliated, and where the combatants stand after 60 days of war in the Persian Gulf

Russia Today - World - 12 hours ago

A WWII-era gift, historic speech and more highlights from King Charles' visit -- Photos show some of the highlights as King Charles III and Queen Camilla with President Trump and first lady Melania Trump during an official state visit to Washington, D.C.

Photos show some of the highlights as King Charles III and Queen Camilla with President Trump and first lady Melania Trump during an official state visit to Washington, D.C.

CBS News - Politics - 12 hours ago

AI Gun-Toting Trump Threatens Iran: 'No More Mr. Nice Guy'

Now that King Charles has left Washington, Trump’s idiotic meme war is back on.

New York Magazine - Top Stories - 13 hours ago

WHCD Shooting Makes House GOP Even More Dysfunctional -- The security breach could have spurred Republicans to reopen DHS. Instead, they're issuing new demands, like funding Trump's ballroom.

The security breach could have spurred Republicans to reopen DHS. Instead, they’re issuing new demands, like funding Trump’s ballroom.

New York Magazine - Top Stories - 14 hours ago

Gavin Newsom sparks fury with truly horrific comment about top Trump aide

Some users pointed to what they saw as hypocrisy, noting past calls for civility from the governor’s orbit.

New York Post - Top Stories - 14 hours ago

FCC orders review of ABC broadcast licenses -- The FCC has ordered an early review of the broadcast licenses for eight local stations owned by ABC. The move comes after President Trump and first lady Melania Trump demanded ABC fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel. Ed O'Keefe reports.

The FCC has ordered an early review of the broadcast licenses for eight local stations owned by ABC. The move comes after President Trump and first lady Melania Trump demanded ABC fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel. Ed O'Keefe reports.

CBS News - Entertainment - 15 hours ago

Democrats threaten to sue Trump over Iran war – Time

Democrats are exploring legal action against Trump over the Iran war as a deadline for congressional approval looms

Russia Today - US News - 15 hours ago

Oil prices surge to $115 as US signals 'extended' Iran blockade, report says

Oil prices have surged past $115 in the midst of circulating reports that the US is preparing for an “extended” blockade of Iran, further restricting global energy supply chains. Brent...

International The News - World - 17 hours ago

'Get smart soon': Trump issues new Iran warning over nuclear deal

President Donald Trump warned Tehran Wednesday to 'get smart soon' and accept strict U.S. demands on its nuclear program, as a U.S. naval blockade further...

Daily Sabah - Top Stories - 17 hours ago

The Latest: Talks to end the war in Iran stall as economies feel the impact of rising energy costs

Talks between Iran and the United States on ending the war seemed stalled Wednesday, despite U.S. President Donald Trump earlier claiming Iran had informed his administration that it was in a …

Bay to Bay News - US News - 17 hours ago

Will ABC 'fire' Jimmy Kimmel over Melania joke and under Trump pressure?

Jimmy Kimmel was under fire from the U.S. president Donald Trump and his wife, Melania, for making a joke about the latter, calling her an expectant widow. Two days later, a gunman attacked at the...

International The News - Entertainment - 18 hours ago

Iran's national rial currency hits record low of 1.8 million to $1 as shaky ceasefire with US and Israel still holds

Iran's national rial currency hits record low of 1.8 million to $1 as shaky ceasefire with US and Israel still holds.

Bay to Bay News - World - 19 hours ago

Watch: President Trump's White House tribute to McIlroy. Video, 00:00:35 -- Watch: President Trump's White House tribute to McIlroy

President Trump pays tribute to back-to-back Masters champion Rory McIlroy at Tuesday's White House banquet.

BBC News - Sports - 19 hours ago

Iran Army: War hasn't ended yet, Tehran sets its 'enemy targets'

ALBAWABA - Brigadier General Mohammad Akrami-Nia, spokesperson for the Iranian Army, said that the war in the Middle East is not over yet for Tehran and

Albawaba - Top Stories - 19 hours ago

From Nixon to Trump, King Charles' Visits to the White House in Pictures

From Richard Nixon to Donald Trump, explore King Charles III’s White House visits in photos, tracing his journey from young prince to reigning monarch.

Newsweek - US News - 19 hours ago

FCC orders a review of ABC's broadcast licenses after latest feud between Trump and Kimmel

The order is an extraordinary move to pressure a major television network whose programming has frequently angered President Trump.

Boston Globe - Business - 20 hours ago

The next casualty of Trump's war is already here

It is the coldest-known substance on Earth used in a number of crucial parts of the global economy. And we are running low.

Sydney Morning Herald - Opinion - 21 hours ago

U.S. intelligence agencies consider what Iran would do if Trump declares victory

The agencies are studying how Iran would likely respond if U.S. President Donald Trump were to declare a unilateral victory in the two-month-old war that has killed thousands and become a political liability for the White House, two U.S. officials and a person familiar with the matter ‌said.

CBC News - World - 21 hours ago

Hegseth will be grilled by Congress for the first time since the Iran war began

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will face questioning from members of Congress for the first time since the Iran war began. The hearing Wednesday before the House Armed Services Committee will focus …

Bay to Bay News - US News - 21 hours ago

Trump tells aides to prepare for lengthy Iran blockade

The president is set on continuing to put pressure on Iran’s ability to export oil by stopping any vessel heading to or from its ports, according to US media reports.

Sydney Morning Herald - World - 21 hours ago

King Charles Delivers Jokes, Splits With Trump on NATO at State Dinner

Epstein survivors have also been asking to meet with King Charles III and Queen Camilla during the state visit.

Newsweek - World - 1 day ago

EPA Spending Slashed by More Than Half in Trump Admin's Proposed 2027 Budget

The agency’s scaled-back budget request is essentially the same as last year’s, little of which was adopted by Congress.

Epoch Times - Business - 1 day ago

You Can Finally Get a Passport With Trump's Face on It

The State Department plans to roll out limited-edition passports featuring the president’s visage. But don’t panic: They won’t be randomly assigned.

New York Magazine - Politics - 1 day ago

Trump not happy with latest Iran proposal to end the war, U.S. official says

U.S. President Donald Trump is unhappy with the latest Iranian proposal on resolving the two-month war, a U.S. official said, dampening hopes for a resolution to the conflict that has disrupted energy supplies, fuelled inflation, and killed thousands.

CBC News - World - 1 day ago

European Union's top trade official leaves after clash over Trump deal, FT reports

Sabine Weyand, who had led the European Commission’s ‌powerful trade department for seven years, is leaving her job after clashing with her superiors over a hastily agreed trade ...

International The News - World - 1 day ago

Prediction market bets on the Iran war top $2 billion, NBC News analysis shows

Placing wagers on when the U.S. will strike Iran next is “grossly immoral,” one lawmaker said.

NBC News - Business - 1 day ago

Trump's FCC Moving to Challenge Disney's Broadcast Licenses in Retaliation for Kimmel: Report

Trump and the FCC are moving to challenge Disney's broadcast licenses for ABC in retaliation for jokes made by Jimmy Kimmel.

Consequence of Sound - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Iran in 'state of collapse', Trump claims; Charles and Camilla arrive at White House

Donald Trump unhappy with Iran’s new proposals to resolve two-month ‌war

Irish Times - World - 1 day ago

European stocks close lower as Trump considers Iran peace proposal, UAE leaves OPEC

European shares closed lower on Tuesday as investors assessed the latest developments in the Iran war and a flurry of corporate earnings reports.

CNBC - World - 1 day ago

Trump Says Iran in a 'State of Collapse,' Wants Strait of Hormuz Reopened

The president said the Iranian government communicated that assessment to U.S. officials.

Epoch Times - US News - 1 day ago

Jimmy Kimmel Lectures Melania Trump, Defends 'Expectant Widow' Joke

ABC's late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, on Monday, repeated the joke he made last week saying First Lady Melania Trump looks like an “expectant widow.” Kimmel was defiant, defending himself after Mrs. Trump and President Donald Trump called on Disney to fire him following the assassination attempt on the president's life at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner.

Breitbart - World - 1 day ago

Bette Midler Debuts Anti-Trump 'All You Fascists' Music Video Featuring 'No Kings' Rally Footage

Actress Bette Midler debuted an anti-Trump music video for a new song, titled, "All You Fascists Bound to Lose," a remix of Woody Guthrie's rendition, featuring footage from "No Kings" rallies.

Breitbart - Entertainment - 1 day ago

The cost of 76 years of US wars, from Korea to Iran

Al Jazeera breaks down the human and financial cost of decades of US-led wars and its latest war on Iran.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 1 day ago

NATO Ally Says US 'Humiliated' on Iran But Blockade Is Forcing Negotiations

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has issued his strongest criticism yet of the United States' approach to its war against Iran.

Newsweek - World - 1 day ago

US aversion to Iran proposal halts Mideast peace efforts

Middle East peace efforst hit a roadblock Tuesday amid reports that the U.S. was not in favor of Tehran’s latest offer to reopen Hormuz, while Iran...

Daily Sabah - World - 1 day ago

How the Iran War Scored Trump His Biggest OPEC Win Yet

Perspective: The UAE has chosen a path of independence and setting its own policy free from the demands of OPEC.

Newsweek - World - 1 day ago

BP slammed over 'astronomical' profits amid oil price spike caused by Iran war

The oil giant saw profits surge by over 130% to a better-than-expected 3.2 billion US dollars (£2.4 billion) in the first quarter.

Evening Standard - Business - 1 day ago

Trump administration fires board overseeing National Science Foundation -- The Trump administration has fired all 22 current members of an independent board that oversees the National Science Foundation, one dismissed member says.

The Trump administration has fired all 22 current members of an independent board that oversees the National Science Foundation, one dismissed member says.

CBS News - Science - 1 day ago

Social media claims that the alleged destruction of a UAE climate center caused intense rain in Iran are misleading.

Some social media users have claimed the alleged destruction of a climate research center in the United Arab Emirates caused intense precipitation in Iran. But those claims are misleading.

Deutsche Welle - Science - 1 day ago

Jimmy Kimmel defends Melania joke after Trumps call for his sacking

Kimmel has insisted that the joke was not ‘a call to assassination’ but a ‘light roast’ about the age difference between Trump and his wife

Evening Standard - World - 1 day ago

US politics as it happened: King Charles, Queen Camilla arrive in Washington for state visit; Alleged gunman Cole Allen in court charged with attempting to assassinate Trump

Follow our live coverage of the conflict in the Middle East, King Charles and Queen Camilla’s US state visit and related developments in Australia.

Sydney Morning Herald - World - 1 day ago

World leaders react in shock to White House press dinner shooting - Beyond condemning the attack, many leaders praised the US secret service, police and responders in ensuring the safety of guests. One officer was shot but was protected by a bulletproof vest and is in 'good condition', Trump said. 26/04/2026

Beyond condemning the attack, many leaders praised the US secret service, police and responders in ensuring the safety of guests. One officer was shot but was protected by a bulletproof vest and is in 'good condition', Trump said.

Euronews - World - 1 day ago

Republican Lawmakers Move on Legislation to Build and Fund Trump's $400 Million Ballroom

The move comes after a presidential assassination attempt at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner at the Washington Hilton.

Epoch Times - US News - 2 days ago

King Charles, Queen Camilla Greeted by President Trump, First Lady

The president welcomed King Charles to the United States for the first state visit of his second term in office.

Epoch Times - US News - 2 days ago

White House: Trump and Team Discussed New Iran Proposal

White House press secretary ​Karoline Leavitt answered questions in a briefing about reports that Tehran sent the U.S. government a new plan.

Epoch Times - US News - 2 days ago

Iran War Pushes Gulf Allies to Request Dollar Help—What to Know

This would not be the first time the United States has swapped currencies with other countries.

Epoch Times - US News - 2 days ago

Trump holds talks on Iran with security team

Washington: US President Donald Trump met with his top security advisors Monday to discuss an Iranian proposal that would reportedly re open the Strai...

Peninsula Qatar - US News - 2 days ago

Donald and Melania Trump Want ABC to Fire Jimmy Kimmel Over Fake WHCD Bit

The late-night host jokingly referred to Melania as an “expectant widow” two days before the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting.

New York Magazine - Entertainment - 2 days ago

Trump discussed Iran's Hormuz Strait proposal with top aides, White House says

The Trump administration has repeatedly insisted that the central goal of the conflict is keeping Iran from ever obtaining a nuclear weapon.

CNBC - Politics - 2 days ago

Report: Iran Using Russian and Chinese Technology to Improve Drone Accuracy

Defense analysts say Iran is “relying on Chinese and Russian-made guidance chips” to improve the accuracy of its drone and missile attacks.

Breitbart - World - 2 days ago

The oil, gas and arms companies profiting from the war on Iran

As bills rise across the world, campaigners call out the fossil fuel and weapons firms raking in mega profits

Middle East Eye - US News - 2 days ago

How the Iran war is bringing back 'citizenship as a weapon'

Some Gulf states, trapped between Iran, Israel and the US in the current war, have started revoking the citizenship of locals considered "traitors." But is it about security — or a way to suppress political dissent?

Deutsche Welle - World - 2 days ago

Starmer to chair meeting on economic impact of Iran war

Starmer warns economic impact of war could continue ‘for some time’

Independent UK - Politics - 2 days ago

Trump pledges to deliver 'most inappropriate speech' at later date after Washington shooting

Inside Politics: Strait of Hormuz remains closed to oil shipments as little seems to have changed for US president on Iran war front

Irish Times - Politics - 2 days ago

Why Lego is our most powerful art medium -- Melanie McFarland -- The viral Lego-style Iran War memes are the latest case of the toy being used as a building block for political art

The viral Lego-style Iran War memes are the latest case of the toy being used as a building block for political art.

Salon - Top Stories - 2 days ago

The Trump Staged Shooting Conspiracies Need to Stop | Opinion

Believing these Trump assassination attempts are staged is bigger than politics. It is cultural brain rot.

Newsweek - Opinion - 2 days ago

Offshore wind farms rise along Rhode Island's coast, even as Trump tries to stop them

Offshore wind turbines roughly three times the height of the Statue of Liberty were spinning far off the coast of Rhode Island on Thursday, sending clean electricity to the region

Los Angeles Times - Business - 2 days ago

Oil prices rise to near-three week highs as US-Iran peace talks falter

Donald Trump said over the weekend that envoys from Washington would no longer be travelling to Islamabad in Pakistan for negotiations.

Evening Standard - Business - 2 days ago

Stock markets flat as oil prices hold above $100 on US–Iran tensions

European markets set to open higher on Monday morning, despite talks between Iran and the US stalling.

Euronews - Business - 2 days ago

Iran's Economy Under Prolonged "No War, No Peace": Structural Erosion Under Maritime Constraint

Dr. Gil FeilerThe Iranian economy is currently operating in a prolonged “no war, no peace” equilibrium—a condition historically associated with gradual

Albawaba - Business - 2 days ago

Trump's God complex is not a sign of madness but a belief in his absolute power

There are some signs, as midterm elections loom, that his Maga coalition may be fraying

Irish Times - Opinion - 3 days ago

Trump presses his case for White House ballroom following shooting

The President took to social media to reiterate his case that White House ballroom is a matter of national security in the wake of the press dinner shooting.

CNBC - Politics - 3 days ago

Iran war squeezes Asia's polyester suppliers, garment makers

The spike in energy prices since the start of the war launched by the U.S. and Israel against Iran is squeezing polyester suppliers and garment makers...

Daily Sabah - Top Stories - 3 days ago

Trump says shooting at press dinner 'won't deter him' from Iran war

US president says incident 'unlikely' linked to conflict, as suspect armed with shotgun, handgun and multiple knives detained

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 3 days ago

'I've studied assassinations': Trump muses on reasons for latest shooting

Washington, United States: US President Donald Trump struck a philosophical tone Saturday after a shooter rushed a media gala in Washington, the lates...

Peninsula Qatar - US News - 3 days ago

King Charles faces another challenge ahead of visit to meet Trump

The UK and the US are at loggerheads over a Pentagon proposal to change its stance on ownership of the ⁠Falkland Islands.

Sydney Morning Herald - World - 4 days ago

Mandelson investigation stunted by Trump's Department of Justice

Scotland Yard has been blocked from obtaining key evidence held in the Epstein files

Evening Standard - World - 5 days ago

Bank of England set to hold interest rates despite Iran war pushing up inflation

Economists have however suggested that continued inflationary pressure could lead to a rate hike in the summer.

Evening Standard - Business - 5 days ago

Trump Extends Jones Act Waiver for 90 Days to Ease Energy Crunch

The White House said the move intends to mitigate short-term disruptions to energy markets amid the Iran war.

Epoch Times - Business - 5 days ago

US–Iran talks: Can a deal secure Gulf interests? -- m read

As US–Iran talks falter, can a new deal truly protect Gulf security, Hormuz shipping lanes and GCC interests after the 2026 war?

Gulf News - Opinion - 5 days ago

Trump Threatens Britain With 'Big Tariff' Over London's Bid to Keep Taxing American Tech Firms

President Trump warned the UK against trying to "make an easy buck" on American big tech firms like Amazon, Google, and Meta.

Breitbart - Technology - 5 days ago

US threatens to review UK's Falklands claim over Iran war disagreement

Trump has repeatedly insulted Keir Starmer, calling him cowardly because of his unwillingness to join the war

Independent UK - Politics - 5 days ago

Farage hasn't spoken to Trump for months as he questions Iran war

The Reform UK leader previously suggested the US president had been badly advised ahead of military action

Independent UK - Politics - 5 days ago

Could Italy really replace Iran at World Cup 2026?

Donald Trump’s envoy has suggested that Italy could step in for Iran amid their ongoing conflict with the US

Independent UK - Sports - 6 days ago

Israel-Lebanon Truce Extended by Three Weeks, Trump Says Leaders Could Meet Soon

Announcement Came Less Than an Hour After Representatives of the Two Countries Began a Second Round of Direct Negotiations at the White House - and Despite the Fact That, as the Talks Were Starting, Hezbollah Fired a Rocket Salvo at Northern Israel in Response to What It Called Israeli Violations of the Cease-fire

Haaretz - US News - 6 days ago

Stephen Colbert Bequeaths his Iran War Jokes to Jimmy Kimmel

Because it seems likely to last way past the last Late Show.

New York Magazine - Entertainment - 6 days ago

Trump admin moves to reclassify cannabis in shift that could expand research

Trump administration to reclassify marijuana as Schedule III, easing research barriers but not legalizing the drug or changing current federal penalties.

CNBC - Health - 6 days ago

Trump administration moves to ease restrictions on medical marijuana

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said he was signing an order to reschedule state-licensed and FDA-approved marijuana as a Schedule III substance.

NBC News - Health - 6 days ago

Trump orders US Navy to destroy boats laying mines in Hormuz

Washington, United States: President Donald Trump on Thursday vowed the United States would destroy any vessel laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz, a...

Peninsula Qatar - US News - 6 days ago

Donald Trump Must Not Fall for Iran's Diplomacy Trap | Opinion

The President correctly identifies that Iran is under pressure, but he must not allow diplomacy to act as a sort of release valve.

Newsweek - Opinion - 6 days ago

RFK, Trump Admin Ramping Up Vaccine Attacks Amid Softer Rhetoric | Opinion

After a year of aggressive actions that have undermined public health, Kennedy has lightened his tone, but not his actions.

Newsweek - Opinion - 6 days ago

Iran has a long history of defying bullies. Trump has reaped the whirlwind

The people of our region do not yield to occupation or arrogance, instead we manifest our collective dignity. It is an immeasurable force

Middle East Eye - Opinion - 6 days ago

Asia stocks pare gains amid reports U.S. intercepted Iranian oil tankers

Asian equities retreated after reports of U.S. tanker interceptions raised doubts over the durability of an Iran ceasefire and risk sentiment.

CNBC - World - 6 days ago

Bitcoin climbs to $78,100 after Trump ceasefire extension, hits 11-week high

Bitcoin climbed to about $77,500 as traders reacted to President Trump's decision to extend the Iran cease-fire and to Strategy's $2.54 billion purchase of 34,164 bitcoins, its largest buy since...

International The News - Business - 7 days ago

Ron DeSantis's Next Campaign: 'Begging' Trump for a Job

Trump’s 2024 rival is now looking for a job in his administration. But it’s unclear if the Florida governor has done enough groveling.

New York Magazine - Politics - 7 days ago

Trump Rants at Supreme Court About Case He Hasn't Even Lost Yet

The president seemed to know that the Court would reject his birthright citizenship arguments, and went straight to the attacking phase.

New York Magazine - Politics - 7 days ago

European stocks fall as Germany halves growth forecast, citing Iran war

European stocks edged higher on Wednesday as traders assessed the Iran ceasefire extension and the prospect of peace talks.

CNBC - World - 7 days ago

Can the U.S. and Iran Avoid Going Back to War?

Trump extended the cease-fire, but with both sides so far apart, the risk of escalation looms.

New York Magazine - Politics - 7 days ago

Bill Nye Hits Trump With A Blunt Constitutional Reminder Over Proposed NASA Cuts

The "Science Guy" said the White House's proposed budget could spell serious trouble for the space agency.

Huffington Post - Science - 8 days ago

Trump extends Iran ceasefire with fate of Pakistan talks left uncertain

US president boasts about Iranian blockade despite maritime intelligence reports saying dozens of vessels have evaded US warships

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 8 days ago

The Iran War Likely Has Hurt Beijing's Ambitions for the Yuan

Fighting in the Middle East seems to have delivered a setback to Beijing’s long-perused campaign to chip away at the U.S. dollar’s global dominance.

Epoch Times - Business - 8 days ago

Why speculation about China arming Iran is way off base

Western accusers see a gun in every handshake, but in reality, Beijing would have nothing to gain by fuelling this war

Middle East Eye - Opinion - 8 days ago

Oil jumps after US seizes Iranian ship near Hormuz

Oil prices have jumped on renewed Middle East tensions, raising risks of supply disruption, higher fuel costs and emergency measures across Europe and Asia

Russia Today - Business - 9 days ago

Politics & Government -- Trump Administration Cancels $11M for Catholic Charity in Miami

The news comes a day after Miami Archbishop Thomas Wenski rebuked Trump for disparaging remarks he made against Pope Leo XIV.

Miami New Times - US News - 9 days ago

The Iranian Diaspora Is Fracturing Over Trump's War

Friendships have ruptured. Families have bitterly split around the kitchen table. Violent speech has become the dominant mode of discourse.

The Nation - World - 9 days ago

Central bankers and policymakers warn of global risks as Iran war drags on

From stagflation to energy security, policymakers spoke to CNBC about the biggest risks arising from the ongoing U.S.-Iran war.

CNBC - World - 10 days ago

Iran's Memes Are Winning -- What Next: TBD

A picture is worth a thousand words, but video of Jesus throwing Trump into hell will leave you speechless.

Slate - Technology - 10 days ago

How US-Israeli war on Iran has eclipsed the crisis in Sudan

With global attention now squarely fixed on the Gulf, Sudanese warring parties may double down on the conflict economy

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 11 days ago

Strait of Hormuz 'completely open' while ceasefire lasts, Iran says

The economically vital strait has reopened to commercial shipping while negotiations with the US continue, the Iranian regime has said

Evening Standard - World - 12 days ago

Trump says Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire

President Donald Trump says Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire. The president made the announcement on social media and said the truce would begin at 5 p.m. Eastern Thursday.

Chicago Sun-Times - US News - 13 days ago

Trump policies, China's biotech boom are ending Europe's pharma powerhouse era

Companies have long lamented Europe's fragmented capital markets, single-market adoption on pricing and clinical trials, and uneven reimbursement policies.

CNBC - Health - 18 days ago

Chicago-area faith leaders find Trump and Hegseth's religious rhetoric to justify Iran war 'shocking and abhorrent'

“It’s not the first time that political leaders have tried to compromise scripture and the Word of God for their own purposes, and I think most people see through that,” Cardinal Blase Cupich said in an exclusive interview.

Chicago Sun-Times - US News - 19 days ago

Consumer sentiment hits record low, inflation fears rise amid Iran war

The university's headline index of consumer sentiment tumbled to 47.6, down 10.7% from March to its lowest on record.

CNBC - Business - 19 days ago

U.S. Stocks Rise And Oil Prices Trim Their Gains On Hopes For The Ceasefire With Iran

Blockages in the Strait of Hormuz have kept oil and natural gas stuck in the Persian Gulf, away from customers worldwide.

Huffington Post - Business - 20 days ago

Medi-Cal immigrant enrollment is dropping. Researchers point to Trump's policies

A KFF Health News analysis found Medi-Cal lost almost 100,000 immigrants without legal status in the second half of 2025. Researchers said the most obvious driver is fear of the Trump administration’s immigration policies.

Los Angeles Times - Health - 20 days ago

American Idol: Trump's Vision of His Place in History

How the president turns everything into idol worship.

New York Magazine - Opinion - 21 days ago

Trump speaks to Sky News - after negotiations around Iran's 'wildly undeliverable demands'

Sky's Mark Stone spoke to the US President on the phone after he announced an 11th-hour ceasefire in Iran.

Sky News - World - 21 days ago

Iran ceasefire: Victory or humiliation for the US?

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Sky News - Top Stories - 21 days ago

Are Trump's latest threats just rhetoric?

Donald Trump said a "whole civilisation will die tonight" in a Truth Social post on Tuesday. The US president seemed to be referring to his previous deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, which expires at 1am UK time on Wednesday.

Sky News - Top Stories - 22 days ago

Trump warns 'whole civilisation will die tonight' without Hormuz deal

Trump says he is ‘not at all’ concerned about committing possible war crimes as he threatens to obliterate Iranian infrastructure

Evening Standard - World - 22 days ago

A head-spinning 24 hours inside Donald Trump's White House

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Sky News - Top Stories - 23 days ago

What we know about the F-15 pilot rescued from Iran mountain

While a second crew member was located shortly after the crash, Sky News understands that the airman was left stranded in rural Iran, and was rescued on Sunday.

Sky News - Top Stories - 23 days ago

Trump lashes out at Iran in profanity-laced social media outburst

Donald Trump on Sunday escalated tensions with Iran, renewing a threat to strike key infrastructure if Tehran does not lift its blockade of the Strait of...

Daily Sabah - World - 24 days ago

How Trump announced pilot rescue

In a post on Truth Social, Donald Trump said that the US military had "pulled off one of the most daring search and rescue operations in history" - and the pilot is now "safe and sound".

Sky News - Top Stories - 24 days ago

Iran strike hits Amazon cloud facility in Bahrain

An Iranian strike has reportedly damaged an Amazon cloud computing facility in Bahrain, raising concerns that the escalating conflict is extending into the...

Daily Sabah - Technology - 28 days ago

Iran fires largest missile salvo of war toward central Israel

Iran launched its most extensive missile barrage since the start of the conflict, firing around 10 ballistic missiles toward central Israel on Wednesday,...

Daily Sabah - World - 28 days ago

All the South Florida Places Named After Donald Trump

We’re tracking Trump’s name as it sticks to every South Florida surface it touches like the goop from The Cat in the Hat.

Miami New Times - Politics - 28 days ago

Every time Trump has attacked Starmer over the Iran war - as PM vows to not back down

The prime minister has told Sky News he will not "buckle under pressure" nor "get dragged into the war", despite repeated criticism from the White House.

Sky News - Politics - 1 month ago

Tehran has responded to attacks with speed and strategy - Iranians are bracing for a long war

Iran seems to have been waiting for this war for years. Its leadership is hydra-headed, programmed to replace itself. It has so far proven surprisingly capable of responding to attacks with speed and strategy despite its enemies' claims it has been decapitated.

Sky News - World - 1 month ago

Iran War Triggers Global Energy Emergency

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

New York Magazine - Business - 1 month ago

Outrage After Trump's Pearl Harbor Joke Next To Japan's Prime Minister

President Donald Trump's meeting with Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi at the White House is causing stir after Trump's Pearl Harbor joke.

Inside Edition - Politics - 1 month ago

Long before Trump: How US policy has harmed the environment for decades

Environment advocacy groups are suing the US government over climate change policy rollback.

Aljazeera - Environment - 1 month ago

US states file lawsuit challenging Trump's revocation of climate finding

The Trump administration revoked key scientific finding that formed a basis for regulations to address climate change.

Aljazeera - Environment - 1 month ago

Who are the Kurds and what does Trump want from them?

The world’s largest ethnic group without an independent state is concentrated in Iran, Turkey, Iraq, and Syria

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 1 month ago

Iran war has a second front — and it's quietly threatening the world's chip supply

Analysts warn that if the Strait of Hormuz remains blocked for long, the war’s economic damage won’t be confined to energy markets alone, but will ripple through other industries as well that depends on the chips that power the modern world.

First Post - Technology - 1 month ago

Iran War: Trump Rejects Zelensky's Drone Help, Warns NATO over Hormuz Coalition | Firstpost America

Since Donald Trump authorized joint US strikes with Israel against Iran, his messaging has appeared inconsistent, swinging between confident claims of imminent victory and contradictory statements about the war’s progress. While bombing continues and Iran retaliates, global concern is rising. European leaders including Pedro Sanchez, Emmanuel Macron, and Giorgia Meloni have urged restraint and civilian protection.

First Post - Top Stories - 1 month ago

How much will your energy bills rise on the back of the war in Iran?

Consumers will see prices rise due to turmoil in the Middle East - but by how much?

Evening Standard - Opinion - 1 month ago

Trump gets data center companies to pledge to pay for power generation

With no enforcement and questionable economics, it may not make a difference.

Ars Technica - Business - 1 month ago

The Iran war could hit Britain — Starmer must prepare our defence

It will take more than 10 days to get the destroyer HMS Dragon tooled up, battle ready and on station to protect Akrotiri and the island of Cyprus from Iranian drone and missile attacks. The RAF base there has already been hit by Iranian Shahed drones, probably launched by Hezbollah allies from Lebanon. True, two Wildcat light helicopters equipped with Martlet missiles have been sent on ahead of the destroyer. Britain is already in the widening war launched by America and Israel at the weekend.

Evening Standard - Opinion - 1 month ago

What Is On President Donald Trump's Neck?

There are renewed concerns about President Donald Trump's health after photos show a red rash on the side of his neck. The skin condition was first spotted on Friday.

Inside Edition - Politics - 1 month ago

President Trump's Elaborate Secret Plan To Attack Iran

030226_trump_ww_plan_webPresident Donald Trump was at the center of an elaborate ploy to trick Iran's leaders into thinking that no attack was imminent. The day of deception began Friday as Trump left the White House for a rally in Texas.

Inside Edition - Politics - 1 month ago

President Trump Says He Will Release Files About Extraterrestrial Life

President Donald Trump said he is about to make major revelations on one of the biggest mysteries of modern times.

Inside Edition - Politics - 2 months ago

'Seeing the Iran protests brings a renewed hope to return'

As protests continue in Iran, Amira Arasteh has been forced to confront the idea that she may never again see the country she grew up visiting

Evening Standard - Opinion - 2 months ago

Revoking Climate-Change Regulation May Be the Worst Thing Trump Has Done

Climate-change denialism used to be a fringe right-wing tendency. Now it’s the law of the land, and we’ll all suffer from it.

New York Magazine - Opinion - 2 months ago

The table tennis players planting trees to fight drought in Iran

As the country faces drought and ecological strain, a small Iranian sports association shows how community action can turn sports into environmental responsibility.

Global Voices - Sports - 3 months ago

Businesses Warn of Labor Shortages as Trump Faces Lawsuit Over H-1B Visa Costs

US businesses sue Trump administration over $100,000 H-1B visa fee, warning of labor shortages.

International Business Times - US News - 6 months ago

A colonial reckoning: How Israel's war on Iran reopens old wounds

As its illusion of impunity cracks, Tel Aviv has lit a fire it cannot contain. Tehran has been preparing for decades for this moment

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 6 months ago

International tourism is down in Los Angeles, California. Are Trump and ICE to blame?

Your morning catch-up: A drop in visitors cripples California's tourism industry, a massive explosion and fire at Chevron refinery rocks El Segundo and more big stories.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 6 months ago

Two-thirds of Americans back Trump's $1,000 baby savings plan proposal, new survey finds

A BlackRock survey shows nearly two-thirds of Americans support Trump accounts, a new savings program giving newborns $1,000 to invest in stock markets.

Fox News - Business - 6 months ago

Good Morning Britain doctor hits out at Trump's autism claims

Dr Hillary Jones has hit out at Donald Trump’s autism claims, branding them as “unsubstantiated theories based on no evidence whatsoever”. Speaking on Good Morning Britain on Tuesday (23 September), the TV doctor said that Trump and RFK Jr’s claims that the use of paracetamol in pregnancy is linked to an increase risk of autism are “completely erroneous”.

Independent UK - Health - 7 months ago

Why Trump's Epstein Files Scandal May Not Be Hurting Him After All

If there’s fire beneath the smoke or evidence of a cover-up, it could meaningfully impact public opinion. Or it could just confirm everyone’s priors.

New York Magazine - Opinion - 8 months ago

Trump signs landmark crypto law, creating stablecoin regulatory framework

President Trump has signed a landmark crypto Bill into law, delivering a major victory for the digital asset industry. He hailed it as a giant step to cement American dominance of global finance and crypto technology. Mitch McCann reports from New York.

Channel NewsAsia - Business - 9 months ago

How Wall Street Is Thinking About Trump's Tariff Chaos Now

Financial analyst Dan Ives says markets are once again calling the president’s bluff.

New York Magazine - Business - 10 months ago

What to Expect From ProPublica in a Second Trump Administration

We’ll be devoting a significant part of our staff to detailing what are expected to be dramatic changes in the role of the federal government in the lives of Americans.

ProPublica - Politics - 1 year ago

UN: Iran using drones to enforce hijab law

Other tools include facial recognition, app

Voice of America - Top Stories - 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

Inflation eases in February, but Trump tariffs could derail progress

February inflation dips, but the market is awaiting the impact of tariffs.

Fox News - Business - 1 year ago

Trump inauguration moved indoors because of frigid temperatures

Washington views every presidential inauguration as different from the previous one, but Monday's inauguration of Donald Trump will really stand out. VOA Senior Washington Correspondent Carolyn Presutti explains. Cameras: Adam Greenbaum, Carolyn Presutti.

Voice of America - Politics - 1 year ago

'I want you to be my agent.' What to know about Trump's ties with Hollywood power player Ari Emanuel

While Hollywood attempts to navigate the new Trump administration, Ari Emanuel appears well positioned to maneuver through the next four years thanks to his longtime close ties to Donald Trump and friends.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 1 year ago

"At What Point Does Profit Trump Safety?" Ex-National Cyber Director Presses Software Regulation Amid High-Profile Hacks

Recent cyberattacks in the U.S. might have been detected sooner if infected computers had logging software, a feature in premium Microsoft licenses. Former National Cyber Director Chris Inglis says this type of security should already be built in.

ProPublica - Technology - 1 year ago

Right-Wing Websites Connected to Former Trump Lawyer Are Scamming Loyal Followers With Phony Celebrity Pitches

A mysterious network called AdStyle is placing ads with fake endorsements from celebrities like Oprah Winfrey and Elon Musk on conservative sites based in the U.S. and abroad.

ProPublica - Technology - 2 years ago