Strikes on Iranian Industry Expand Blows to Civilian Economy
The S&P 500 fell 1.6% and is now 8.7% below the all-time high it reached in January. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 1.7%, and the Nasdaq composite sank 2.1%. The president played down recent declines in the stock market, saying “It hasn’t been that bad”
Soaring Diesel Prices Set Off Transport Strike in Philippines
ECB should not rush to raise rates in response to surging energy costs, Cypriot central bank chief Christodoulos said. The Commission forecast euro zone inflation of around 2 per cent in 2026. Last November, the Commission forecast EU economic growth at 1.4 per cent and 1.5 per cent.
How the big oil and gas CEOs think the Iran war supply disruption will play out
The Riyadh real estate market is likely to move toward a more mature and sustainable phase, Al-Zahrani said. He said expected growth in off-plan projects and increased supply driven by continued regulatory reforms could lead to price stability and a better balance between supply and demand. Al-Mousa concluded that the Riyadh real Estate market is expected to continue on a more balanced and mature path.
Nutcracker reaches speeds of 68 mph, just a touch slower than one of the park’s fastest rides, Cannibal. The “big burly maintenance guys with long beards” that helped build the ride were the very first to ride the Nutcracker, according to Julie Freed.
Trump Extends Iran Deadline on Strait of Hormuz as Stocks Tumble
Pro-Iran hackers published more than 300 emails and photos Friday from what appears to be a personal email account for FBI Director Kash Patel. On their website, the hacker group Handala Hack Team said Patel “will now find his name among the list of successfully hacked victims”Reuters was not able to immediately authenticate the emails published by Hanadala.
Noah Wyle is back in A&E with new drama The Pitt: 'I hope people watch with empathy'
Noah Wyle is back in A&E with new drama The Pitt. 'I hope people watch with empathy' he says. Wyle plays Dr Robby, a hard-nosed yet deeply empathetic lead physician. The show has received four- and five-star reviews in the UK.
Actress Says She’s Found Her Secret Online Abuser: Her Husband
The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star Jessi Draper revealed she learned her husband had filed for divorce through TMZ. The news didn't seem to faze Garth Bell, who revealed on X, "I found out my wife filing for divorce from TMZ ... check out my new song," he wrote.
The White House says it has no information about the phone call. President Donald Trump told a story about haggling over a pen during a Cabinet meeting. He said he asked for $5 for the pen, which he uses to sign official documents. The White House has not confirmed or denied the story.
Spanish woman who died through euthanasia failed by state, say critics
Noelia Castillo received life-ending medicine on Thursday in Barcelona. For nearly two years, Castillo pursued her right to die after her father put up a lengthy legal battle. Her case was closely followed in Spain, which passed legislation in 2021 enshrining the right to euthanasia and medically assisted suicide.
Scientists film whale giving birth while other whales work together to help her
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on March 27 he had made progress with allies in opposing Iranian threats to start “tolling” vessels that pass through the strategic Strait of Hormuz. Mr Rubio voiced concern that Iran may impose a permanent tolling system “immediately after” the war ends.
House Vote Sets Up Clash With the Senate on D.H.S. Funding, Prolonging Shutdown
House Republicans voted Friday evening to pass a short-term funding bill for the Department of Homeland Security. The bill has no viable path in the Senate and is likely to extend the shutdown stalemate on Capitol Hill. The belief among Senate Republican leadership is that it does not make sense to pursue a path other than the bipartisan bill.
Nepal's ex-PM arrested over fatal protest crackdown
At least 76 people were killed during the roughly 72 hours of the so-called Gen Z protests. In September, over 70 people were shot by police during an anti-corruption protest. The protests were sparked by a social media ban but were fuelled by frustration over corruption and poor governance. More than 2,300 people were injured during the protests.
The 35-year-old was sworn in at a ceremony at the President's Office in Sheetal Niwas at the auspicious time of 12.34 pm. The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) secured 182 out of 275 seats in the House of Representatives.
‘No Kings’ Protests Across U.S. Cities: What We Know
"No Kings" rallies are kicking off Saturday in all 50 states and in countries around the world. The protests could add up to one of the largest demonstrations in U.S. history, with Minnesota taking center stage. “No Kings” is a coalition of progressive groups, including Indivisible, that launched its first nationwide protests in June 2025.
A Challenge for ‘No Kings’ Protests, the Third Time Around
The demonstrations are the third major nationwide “No Kings’ protest since Trump's 79th birthday in June 2025. "No Kings" protesters gathered with signs, chants and costumes on Saturday. The protests are part of the third such coordinated demonstration against President Donald Trump's actions and policies since he took office.
Is Iran a Political Problem for Trump? Tell Me How Long the War Lasts.
France has already started talking in those terms. President Emmanuel Macron used a speech at France’s nuclear submarine base in Brittany to argue Europe needs to think about deterrence in a more self-reliant way. If the message is that even a country that gave up its nuclear arsenal can be told to cede land for a ‘maybe,’ the result won’t be peace, they argue.
On CPAC’s Main Stage, Fissures in the Party Trump Remade
CPAC has long been regarded as a destination for conservative voters to network and organize, and for popular voices within the GOP to rally their base. But as 2028 inches closer, Trump's absence at CPAC this year is a reminder that he may be the only figure that holds large parts of the party together.
Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy says US has linked security guarantees to ceding of Donbas
Rubio denies Zelenskyy’s claim that the US asked Ukraine to cede land to Russia for security deal. Rubio said the U.S. had only passed along Russia's demands. The US Secretary of State said the withdrawal of the Armed Forces of Ukraine from the whole of Donbas was not a condition for security guarantees.
Labor to use new fuel security powers to underwrite extra shipments to Australia
The Australian government will take on the financial risk of additional imports of essential products affected by the war in the Middle East. The government will get extra supplies of petrol, diesel and fertiliser into the country. The energy minister, Chris Bowen, said that as of Saturday, Australia had slightly increased its petrol supply to 39 days’ worth.
U.N. Report Documents Sectarian Violence in Syria That Killed Over 1,700
An argument between two men in a Christian town in central Syria led to sectarian attacks. The attacks in the predominantly Christian town of Suqaylabiyah in Hama province are the latest to target members of Syria’s Christian minority. Many have left the country since the conflict began 15 years ago, leaving half a million people dead.
Pakistan Set to Host Top Regional Diplomats for Talks on Iran War
Saudi, Turkish, Egyptian FMs land in Islamabad for high-stakes diplomacy. Talks aim at shaping mechanism for ceasefire and political settlement amid ongoing US-Israeli war on Iran.Islamabad emerges as key hub for backchannel Iran-US engagement as Dar leads intensified diplomatic push.Meeting shifted from Ankara as Pakistan’s mediation role deepens amid growing momentum for possible Iran- US talks.
Iran Moves to Assert Control Over Strait While Trading Strikes With Israel
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi acknowledged the exchange of messages with the U.S. through intermediaries but said it was not a negotiation. Mr. Trump has repeatedly insisted he believes Iran is desperate to make a deal but won't say so publicly. Trump also claimed in his address on Friday that Tehran sought to "make up for their misstatement" by sending the U.-S. 10 ships of oil.
Elon Musk Joins in Phone Call Between Donald Trump and Narendra Modi
The ministry of external affairs (MEA) on Saturday stated that Tuesday's phone call over Iran war was only between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump. This comes as an NYT report claimed that Musk took part in a phone call between PM Modi and Trump, an unusual instance of a private citizen joining a discussion.
Iran Moves to Formalize Toll Plan in Strait of Hormuz
Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps has declared the Strait of Hormuz closed to any ships not explicitly granted permission by Tehran. The IMO has condemned the attacks on vessels and called for an internationally coordinated approach to secure passage through the strait that respects freedom of navigation. Rubio says Iran may seek to set up tolls on the Strait.
U.S. Circulates Iran Peace Plan While Sending Troops to the Middle East
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi acknowledged the exchange of messages with the U.S. through intermediaries but said it was not a negotiation. Trump has repeatedly insisted he believes Iran is desperate to make a deal but won't say so publicly. Mr. Trump also claimed in his address on Friday that Tehran sought to "make up for their misstatement"
Tiger Woods arrested for DUI after rollover car crash, Florida sheriff says
Golf legend Tiger Woods was involved in a rollover crash in Florida and is facing a DUI charge. Woods was not injured in the crash. No one appeared to be seriously injured, with TMZ Sports reporting that Woods appeared to look "okay" at the scene. No injuries were reported on the scene following the wreck.
TSA wait times: Track security lines by airport in the U.S.
Travelers at the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport have experienced TSA wait times of four hours or more in the last weeks. Some passengers with very early flights on Saturday reported having little problem getting through airport security lines. Travelers at other major airports, like in Atlanta and Houston, are still experiencing TSAWait times of around four hours as the government shutdown stretches on.
Tech stocks suffer worst week in nearly a year, driven down by war worries, Meta legal woes
Cramer says the market sell-off is driven by rising oil tied to the Iran war. He says tech stocks have taken a huge hit, and that the pressure is unlikely to ease until oil declines and the war ends. Here's what Cramer will be watching next week: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday.
Three Lebanese journalists killed in Israeli strike, say broadcasters
An Israeli airstrike on southern Lebanon on Saturday killed three journalists who were covering the latest Israel-Hezbollah war. Israel said one of them was a Hezbollah member. Several journalists have been killed in southern Lebanon since the start of the previous round of hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah in 2023. In October 2024, during the previous war, three journalists – including a cameraman for Al Manar – were killed.
Missing aid boats have safely reached Cuba, US confirms
The sailboats were on a mission to deliver humanitarian aid from Mexico to Cuba. One of the Mexican Navy's ships had monitored the route of a cargo ship that successfully reached Cuba. contact was lost with the two smaller boats after several hours. The crews are safe and the vessels are continuing their journey to Havana.
Bank of America to pay out $72.5m over Epstein lawsuit
Bank of America has agreed to pay $72.5m (£54.6m) over its banking relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. The proposed class-action lawsuit was filed in October by a Florida woman who says she was abused by Epstein "on at least 100 occasions" between 2011 and 2019. The lawsuit was brought on behalf of a "Jane Doe"
Twenty-two migrants die off Greek coast after six days at sea
Twenty-two migrants have died off the coast of Greece after spending six days at sea in a rubber boat. In December, 17 migrants were found dead inside their boat, which was taking on water and had partially deflated. Survivors said the bodies of those who had died were thrown into the Mediterranean sea on the orders of one of the people.
Rubio Says Allies Should Help Secure Strait by Iran for Oil and Gas Ships
Trump says Iran's regime lied when it said it wasn't negotiating peace deal with U.S. The last detailed diplomatic deal with Iran was the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, or JCPOA. Mr. Trump also claimed in his address on Friday that Tehran sought to "make up for their misstatement"
Whale stranded off Germany swims to freedom after days of efforts to save it
Large whales such as humpback whales are not native to the Baltic Sea. They may end up there after following schools of fish in search of food. Until Friday morning, it was not at all clear that the whale would be able to swim away. "Hopefully he will be OK with being guided out of the bay," said the Environment Ministry.
'Memory of a generation': China mourns the sudden death of a controversial education influencer
Zhang knew every major, university, and career path so thoroughly that he spoke with absolute certainty. Zhang said he wanted to be remembered as "the memory of a generation of Chinese" in the future, where students influenced by him could have a good degree, a good job, and a good life.
‘No one has had a dry run’: weather warnings for storm-ravaged WA after Cyclone Narelle downgraded to tropical low
Emergency warnings were downgraded across the state by late Saturday morning. The system continued to lose intensity as it swept south-east, bringing gusts of up to 100km/h, heavy rainfall and flash flood warnings. A ‘really powerful weather system’ would continue to lash central and southern WA through Saturday night.
Iran War Live Updates: Iran-Backed Houthis Enter War With Missile Attack on Israel
Lebanon condemns ‘blatant war crime’ after Israel kills three journalists. Israel military accused one of the reporters of being “a terrorist” operating under the “guise of a journalist” Iran’s president thanked Pakistan for its efforts to stop the war.
U.K. Police to Reinvestigate Sex Crime Allegations Against Andrew Tate
Hertfordshire Constabulary to reopen investigation into alleged abuse by Andrew Tate. Three women made allegations of rape, sexual abuse and assault against him. Independent Office for Police Conduct said former constable could face gross misconduct proceedings for 'alleged failures to properly investigate the case' Police said they are 'committed to doing what is right and ensuring that allegations of such a serious nature are properly investigated'
Nine people sick from E coli linked to raw cheese from California farm, more than half of them children
E. coli outbreak linked to raw milk and raw cheddar cheese from Raw Farm is under investigation by the CDC, FDA and public health officials. No Raw Farm products have been reported to test positive for E. coli and the FDA has not issued a mandatory recall. The FDA has recommended the producer remove cheese products from store shelves voluntarily.
Yemen’s Houthis Fire at Israel and Vow Further Attacks
Earlier Saturday, the Israeli military had reported that a missile was fired at Israel from Yemen. Israel confirmed it had intercepted the projectile fired from Yemen, but the move raises concerns of a broader regional conflict. Houthi rebels launched a missile at Israel overnight, marking their entry into the Middle East conflict.
This year's sea ice area was about 525,000 square miles (1.36 million square kilometers) lower than the 1981 to 2010 winter average peak. The ice reached its annual maximum extent on March 15, covering 5.2 million square miles. "We are watching the Arctic disappear in real time," said a spokesperson for the Natural Resources Defense Council.
In Sleepy Town on Strait of Hormuz, War Rages Just Over Horizon
Trump says Iran's regime lied when it said it wasn't negotiating peace deal with U.S. The last detailed diplomatic deal with Iran was the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, or JCPOA. Mr. Trump also claimed in his address on Friday that Tehran sought to "make up for their misstatement"
Here’s What Happened in the War in the Middle East on Friday
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said he and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian held “extensive discussions” on regional hostilities. Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Egypt will send top diplomats to Islamabad for talks aimed at ending the war, arriving Sunday for a two-day visit.
Iran Tried to Use a Famed Director’s Home to Push Its War Narrative. His Son Fired Back.
Azmoun failed to be picked this month for warmup games ahead of the World Cup. The 31-year-old Azmoun played for Iran at the past two World Cups. His 57 career goals for Team Melli, in 91 games, is second most on its all-time list.
Ukraine signed a defense cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia, Zelensky says.
Zelensky said that Ukraine is offering gulf Arab partners “combat-tested’ expertise. Ukraine has already signed 10-year security agreements with Saudi Arabia and Qatar and expected to soon finalize a similar agreement with the UAE. The agreement with Ukraine "includes collaboration in technological fields, development of joint investments"
Rubio Is Expected to Press G7 Allies Over Strait of Hormuz During Meeting
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Here’s What Happened in the War in the Middle East on Thursday
Seven Iranian islands hold the keys to the Strait of Hormuz. Kharg Island is a key fuel hub in the northern Persian Gulf which handles 90% of Tehran’s oil exports. The islands form what researchers at Sun Yat-sen University in Zhuhai, China, call Iran's “arch defense”
As Markets Revolt in the Face of War, Trump Extends Iran Deadline
ECB should not rush to raise rates in response to surging energy costs, Cypriot central bank chief Christodoulos said. The Commission forecast euro zone inflation of around 2 per cent in 2026. Last November, the Commission forecast EU economic growth at 1.4 per cent and 1.5 per cent.
After Wooing Trump With Deals, Pakistan Gets a Seat at the Table
Pakistan has emerged as an unexpected mediator in the Iran war, offering to help bring Washington and Tehran to the negotiating table. Pakistan also joined Trump’s Board of Peace, which aims to ensure peace in Gaza, despite opposition from Islamists at home. Pakistan has no diplomatic relations with Israel because of the lingering issue of Palestinian statehood.
The head of NATO says Europe needs time to help secure the Strait of Hormuz.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi acknowledged the exchange of messages with the U.S. through intermediaries but said it was not a negotiation. Mr. Trump has repeatedly insisted he believes Iran is desperate to make a deal but won't say so publicly. Trump also claimed in his address on Friday that Tehran sought to "make up for their misstatement" by sending the U.-S. 10 ships of oil.
Australia Temporarily Blocks Iranians With Visitor Visas From Entry
The emails appear to have been sent from or to a personal Gmail account. A Justice Department official confirmed to Reuters that Patel’s emails were compromised but did not go into detail. The emails date between 2010 and 2019, according to a Reuters review of the material. The FBI has not confirmed the authenticity of the emails.
Two Killed in Abu Dhabi as Gulf States Face Fresh Attacks
Houthi rebels in Yemen say they have launched missiles at Israeli military sites. Move marks their first intervention in the Iran war. IDF said it had intercepted a missile being fired from Yemen at Israel. The exact number of people killed and wounded has not yet been released. The Houthis say they fired a barrage of rockets in response to attacks.
Iranian Strike on U.S. Base in Saudi Arabia Injures 12 American Troops, Officials Say
Hezbollah’s al-Manar TV said that its correspondent Ali Shoeib was killed Saturday in southern Lebanon. Beirut-based Al-Mayadeen TV said its reporter Fatima Ftouni was killed in the same airstrike. The Israeli army claimed that Sh shoeib was “operating systematically to expose the locations of (Israeli) soldiers operating in southern Lebanese”
