VW to cut 50,000 jobs by 2030 amid Trump tariffs and falling Chinese sales
Brent crude down 8.7% to $90.37 a barrel this morning. Oil prices have tumbled from four-year highs. US-Israeli war with Iran continues to block shipping in the strait of Hormuz. Saudi Arabia’s state-owned oil company has warned of ‘catastrophic consequences’
Trump Seeks to Calm Oil and Gas Markets but Says Iran War Will Go On
President Trump threatened to strike Iran "TWENTY TIMES HARDER than they have been hit thus far" if it continues blocking the flow of crude oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz. The war with Iran has brought shipping traffic in the strait to a virtual standstill — causing oil prices to spike since the war began.
Civilians Killed by Strikes in Gulf States Are Almost All Migrant Workers
Cost of a litre of motor fuel has already crossed €2 on many fuel forecourts. Prices reaching levels not seen since the summer of 2022 and the aftermath of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Jet fuel prices, which were about $85 to $90 per barrel before the conflict, have increased sharply to between $150 and $200 (€128-171) per barrel in recent days.
The league has to squeeze in an expansion draft for two teams, free agency that will feature over 100 players and the 2026 WNBA Draft before opening night. The draft rules were released on Sept. 30, 2024 and WNBA teams were required to provide the league with a roster list of all their players by Nov 25, 2024.
Oil Prices and Stocks Swing Wildly as Iran and Israel Launch New Strikes
President Trump warned Iran against blocking the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial chokepoint for the world's oil industry. The war with Iran has brought shipping traffic in the strait to a virtual standstill — causing oil prices to spike. Trump indicated Monday that he would decide when the war would end and threatened to strike Iran "TWENTY TIMES HARDER"
Oman Becomes Unlikely Hub for Evacuees Fleeing War in Gulf
Oman Air said it added 80 extra flights and helped more than 97,000 passengers leave the region over the past week. Oman has spent years cultivating a reputation as a quiet mediator in a turbulent Middle East. It maintains diplomatic ties with both Tehran and Washington and frequently serves as a vital backchannel between the United States and Iran.
Zendaya's ring and Stella McCartney's horses - the sights and trends at Paris Fashion Week
Anthony Vaccarello's collection featured various versions of the classic tuxedo suit, silicone-coated lingerie dresses and faux fur coats. UK heritage was evident in the oversized checked overcoats in muted autumnal shades, alongside punk tailoring and some very interesting headwear. Zendaya's ring and Stella McCartney's horses - the sights and trends at Paris Fashion Week.
Black Rain and Health Fears After Strikes on Iran Fuel Depots
WHO warns of health risks from 'black rain' in Iran. Strikes on Iranian fuel depots have led to dark plumes of smoke and black rain. U.N. official: "The black rain and the acidic rain coming with it is indeed a danger for the population, mainly"
Pipeline of new drugs to fight superbugs is ‘worryingly thin’, experts warn
It's unlikely that in the short-term the Government will roll out a multi-billion euro package on something that has only been an issue for a week and a half. It's important to state at the outset of any discussion that the Government does not have, or will not create, sweeping powers to cap prices of many things.
Who Is Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran’s New Supreme Leader?
Mojtaba Khamenei, a son of Iran's late supreme leader, has been named as the Islamic Republic's next ruler. Tehran widened its attacks across the Mideast to strike oil and water facilities crucial to its desert sheikdoms. The Iranian Red Crescent Society warned Tehran residents to take precautions against toxic air pollution and the risk of acid rain from the oil depot attack.
Mississippi and Georgia Elections: What to Watch in Today’s Primaries
Tuesday’s Campaign Round-Up, 3.10.26: Primary voters go to polls in Georgia and Mississippi. The field of Democratic gubernatorial candidates in California is so large that the state Democratic Party chair wants some candidates to bow out. The latest Franklin & Marshall College poll in Pennsylvania found Democratic Gov. Tom Wolf ahead.
Authorities make disturbing discovery after high-speed car chase. Police in South Africa's Northern Cape arrested three men following the chase. The suspects were allegedly being transported for the illegal pet trade. The armadillo girdled lizard is classified as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.
Ex-rapper Balendra Shah set to be Nepal PM after party’s landslide election win
Balendra Shah has defeated the former Nepalese Prime Minister Sharma KP Oli in his parliamentary constituency. His rise reflects a deeper upheaval in Nepal’s politics, driven largely by young voters frustrated with corruption, unemployment, and decades of revolving-door governments. “Young people were attracted to the way he presented himself – direct, outspoken, and willing to challenge the traditional political culture,” says Uddhab Pyakurel, professor of political sociology.
New Supreme Leader Inherits Sprawling, Secretive Office That Dominates Iran
Iran’s constitution dictates that the Assembly of Experts (an 88-member clerical body) selects the supreme leader. In an analysis, Patrick Clawson and Farzin Nadimi predicted that Mojtaba, “driven by raw, vengeful feelings,” may try to carry out purges.
Trial of Ekrem Imamoglu, Erdogan’s Rival, Begins in Turkey
Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu went on trial on Monday with more than 400 other defendants accused of widespread corruption. Critics see the case as a politically motivated move against Turkey's opposition. Imamoglu described Monday’s trial as “one of the toughest tests of democracy” in Turkey's history.
Iran Choosing Mojtaba Khamenei as Supreme Leader Signals Defiance Amid War
President Trump threatened to strike Iran "TWENTY TIMES HARDER than they have been hit thus far" if it continues blocking the flow of crude oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz. The war with Iran has brought shipping traffic in the strait to a virtual standstill — causing oil prices to spike since the war began.
Dozens Wounded in Bahrain as Arab States Condemn Iranian Strikes
NATO confirmed Monday that its air‑defense systems intercepted a missile targeting Turkey. Turkey’s Defense Ministry said Tuesday the Patriot missile defense system is being deployed in Malatya province. The move follows NATO defenses intercepting a second ballistic missile fired from Iran that entered Turkish airspace Monday.
Ed Davey Wants King Charles to Cancel his U.S. State Visit Over Iran War
46 percent of British adults say King Charles III should scrap his planned U.S. visit. 36 percent feel it should go ahead, new polling shows. Charles' visit has not been officially announced, meaning it could be canceled without too much fanfare. If Charles goes, it will likely be his biggest event of the year.
Trump Again Suggests Without Evidence That Iran Struck Elementary School
The Liberals need to gain three seats in the House of Commons to gain enough votes to pass legislation without relying on opposition support. But it’s not clear that Americans see Iran as enough of a threat to justify the price. The U.S. wants to prevent Iran from ever obtaining a nuclear weapon, but the price could be high.
Noma Loses American Express and Blackbird Sponsors For Los Angeles Dinners
Dozens of former Noma staff accused celebrity chef Redzepi of widespread physical, verbal, and psychological abuse last week. One said: “He just went down the line and punched us in the chest…even the interns who had been upstairs picking elderflowers.” RedzEPi responded to the claims in a statement, saying: ‘I can see enough of my past behavior reflected in them to understand that my actions were harmful to people who worked with me’
‘We thought we were doomed’: Canadian fishers in dramatic rescue after ice shelf floats away
Fisherman learns that someone – though they don't know who yet – has been medically evacuated off the Patricia Lee. The coastguard and other crab boats searched for the vessel, and there’s a sombre moment when the crew of the Maverick spot a bait container bobbing in the waves – confirmation that Big Valley has sunk.
Australia Grants Humanitarian Visas to 5 Members of Iranian Women’s Soccer Team
Five members of Iran's women's soccer team granted asylum after defection. Group defected following the team's participation at the AFC Women's Asian Cup. Iran had already been eliminated from the competition after finishing last in Group A, wrapping up competition play on Sunday. Australia grants asylum to 5 members of the Iranian women’s soccer team.
Australia Urged to Protect Members of the Iranian Women’s Soccer Team
Qatar has reportedly intercepted an incoming missile from Iran, their defence ministry revealed. It follows Iran launching attacks on Israel, Qatar and the UAE in a fresh missile blitz. The public was warned on Tuesday afternoon over concerns of an Iranian attack. Iran had already been eliminated from the Asian Cup in Australia.
Family of child injured in Canada school shooting sues OpenAI
Maya Gebala was shot in the neck and head in the attack in Tumbler Ridge. One bullet entered her head above her left eye and another hit her neck. A third bullet grazed her cheek and part of her ear, the lawsuit says. The company has faced widespread criticism since it was revealed that, months before the shooting, OpenAI had flagged worrying interactions between the shooter and its ChatGPT chatbot.
Both Uber and Lyft have for years faced criticism over their safety records, including thousands of reports of sexual assaults from both passengers and drivers. According to reports from Uber, 5,981 incidents of sexual assault were reported in U.S. rides between 2017 and 2018 — compared to 2,717 between 2021 and 2022.
Google deepens Pentagon AI push after Anthropic sues Trump administration
Google is rolling out a feature that lets civilian and military personnel build custom AI agents for unclassified work on GenAI.mil. The DOD's workforce of more than 3 million people will now be able to use a no-code or low-code tool called Agent Designer to create their own digital assistants for repetitive administrative tasks.
Missile in Deadly Iranian School Strike Appears to Be U.S.-Made, Photos Taken by Iran Show
New footage shows what an expert investigative group says is likely an American Tomahawk missile hitting a compound in southern Iran. The footage “appears to contradict’ U.S. President Donald Trump’s claim over the weekend that Iran was responsible for the deadly school blast. Trump claimed that Iran has access to the Tomahawks, made by American defense contractor Raytheon.
Ukraine Helps U.S. Bases in the Mideast With Stopping Drones
Trump vows to hit Iran "TWENTY TIMES HARDER" if it blocks Strait of Hormuz. Hours later, Trump posted on social media: "If Iran does anything that stops the flow of Oil ... they will be hit by the United States of America" The war with Iran has brought shipping traffic in the strait to a virtual standstill.
U.S. Solar Installations Fell in 2025 as Trump Attacked Clean Energy
Report: US solar installations will drop by 2025 as a result of Trump's policies. The U.S. installed 43.2 gigawatts direct current (GWdc) of solar power capacity in 2025, down by 14% from 2024. Despite the lower capacity additions, solar accounted for 54% of all new electricity-generating capacity added.
‘Nothing Will Remain of Tehran,’ Iranians Say Amid Heavy Bombing
Cost of a litre of motor fuel has already crossed €2 on many fuel forecourts. Prices reaching levels not seen since the summer of 2022 and the aftermath of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Jet fuel prices, which were about $85 to $90 per barrel before the conflict, have increased sharply to between $150 and $200 (€128-171) per barrel in recent days.
Shots fired at US consulate in Canada in what police call ‘national security incident’
Police in Toronto, Canada, are investigating after shots were fired at the U.S. Consulate building early the morning of March 10. Authorities are calling it a "national security incident" There were no reports of injuries or damage from the shooting. The incident has prompted beefed-up protection for US and Israeli diplomatic buildings in the city.
Alexander Butterfield, who revealed Nixon Watergate tapes, dies aged 99
A recording made six days after the Watergate break-in proved to be Nixon's undoing - the "smoking gun" that showed he knew of the cover-up. A year-long legal battle over access to the tapes ended in 1974, when the US Supreme Court ordered Nixon to hand them over. The revelation ultimately provided proof of Nixon's role in the Watergate scandal, which led to his resignation.
Mixed messages from Trump leave more questions than answers over war's end
The US must see the Iran campaign through to the end or the regime will survive. One of the starkest pieces of wisdom to emerge from the carnage that followed Oct 7 was the Israeli opposition leader Benny Gantz’s observation that “you can’t put out 80 per cent of a fire’
U.S. Eases Limits on Russian Energy as Oil Prices Soar
The softening of crude prices offered partial relief to equity markets that have been rattled since the conflict began. Analysts note that while volatility may persist in the short term, easing crude prices could act as a stabilising force for global equities if diplomatic efforts continue and supply fears remain contained.
Judge Halts Trump Administration Move to Restrict Immigration Appeals
The U.S. is seeking to end temporary protected status for illegal immigrants. The move would allow them to be deported without a court order. The government says the move is necessary to protect the nation's borders from illegal immigration. The Justice Department says the decision is up to the courts to make.
D.C. Bar Begins Disciplinary Proceedings Against Ed Martin
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Restaurant kitchens have long been punishing workplaces, as reflected in popular entertainment like The Bear and The Menu. Some 30 former employees said that being hit by Redzepi, and by the senior cooks who ran the kitchen, was routine. The situation — where a celebrated restaurant is revealed to have a dysfunctional, predatory, or abusive work culture and continues to operate with little real-world fallout — is grossly commonplace.
USA Today Names Jamie Stockwell as Next Top Editor
USA TODAY Co. named Jamie Stockwell as its next top editor. Stockwell is the latest Washington Post alum to find a landing pad after last month’s mass layoffs. She’ll be tasked with modernizing the newsroom, a new title rather than the traditional editor-in-chief mantle.
The Killing Of Haiti’s President Heads to a U.S. Court. What to Know.
Haitian security forces targeting gangs have killed over 1,200 people, Human Rights Watch says. 43 adult civilians and 17 children have been killed, the rights group says. The strikes also injured 738 people, including 49 alleged civilians, it adds. The U.N. office in Haiti has also recorded dozens of civilian deaths and injuries.
Iran war: Hegseth says Tuesday 'will be our most intense day of strikes'
The Iranian women’s soccer team had to contemplate whether to return to their home country, which is entangled in a war with the U.S. and Israel. The team arrived in Australia for the continental championship last month, before the war broke out. Five members left the team hotel with Australian federal police, Reuters reported.
The HMS Dragon row: why has it taken so long to get a UK destroyer to Cyprus?
Portsmouth-based Type 45 is still waiting to be put into service. It is expected to take up to five days for the ship to reach its destination. The ship will be ready to go when it is ready, says the Ministry of Defence. It has been in the water for more than a week, the MoD says.
US submarine sinks Iranian warship as conflict spreads beyond Middle East
The governments of Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain and the UAE all reported what they said were Iranian missile and drone attacks. Iran carried out retaliatory attacks targeting Israel and U.S. military bases in Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Jordan and the United Arab Emirates. Israel's Air Force announced on Saturday it had conducted more strikes in Tehran, including an attack on military infrastructure.
Russia told Trump it has not shared intelligence with Iran during war, Witkoff says
Russian officials denied in a phone call with President Donald Trump on Monday that they are sharing intelligence on U.S. military assets with Iran. "Yesterday on the call with the president, the Russians said that they have not been sharing," Steve Witkoff said when asked if Washington thought Russia had shared with Tehran intelligence.
G7 Countries Hold Off on Releasing Emergency Oil Supplies
The International Energy Agency (IEA) is set to hold an emergency meeting to assess the situation in the Middle East. The meeting comes as the US-Israeli war on Iran continues to roil global energy markets. The IEA holds over 1.2 billion barrels of public emergency oil stocks and a further 600 million barrels of industry stocks.
Bluesky CEO Jay Graber stepping back, former WordPress.com parent chief Toni Schneider named interim boss
Bluesky CEO Jay Graber announced Monday that she will be transitioning from CEO to the company's Chief Innovation Officer. Graber became CEO of Bluesky in 2021, spinning it off from Twitter into its own company. In January 2025, Bluesky said the platform had around 28 million total users.
Nearly 700,000 Displaced by War in Lebanon, U.N. Says
President Trump warned Iran against blocking the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial chokepoint for the world's oil industry. The war with Iran has brought shipping traffic in the strait to a virtual standstill — causing oil prices to spike since the war began. Mr. Trump indicated Monday that he would decide when the war would end.
Is the Trial of Erdogan’s Top Rival More About Corruption or Politics?
Ekrem Imamoglu was widely seen as one of the few politicians capable of defeating Erdogan. He now faces 142 charges set out in an almost 4,000 page indictment and carrying a ludicrous jail term of more than 2,300 years. Critics say the case is a politically motivated bid to scupper Erdogan's political career.
What to Know About the Rising Price of Oil and Its Effects on Airline Ticket Prices
North American oil prices hit US$90 per barrel for the first time since September 2023. Oil prices also threaten to raise transportation costs, not just at the gas pump, but also for airlines and shippers moving goods. “The longer it lasts, the more you’re going to start to see more secondary effects on other prices,” analyst says.
Pakistan Sends Navy Escort for Its Ships in the Middle East
Iranian source: Iran is finalizing plans to impose "security duties" in the Persian Gulf on oil tankers and commercial ships. Last week’s joint US-Israeli offensive against Iran effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, through which almost all Middle Eastern oil flows. Tehran: If strikes continue, Tehran “will not allow the export of a single liter of oil from the region.
U.S. Orders Diplomats to Leave Consulate in Southern Turkey
Mojtaba Khamenei is the second son of the late Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, who served as Iran's supreme leader for nearly four decades. He was killed by the Israeli military on the first day of the war. He is said to be more hardline than his father.
Since 1959, more than one billion dolls in the Barbie family have been sold around the world. Barbie's tiny waist and enormous breasts led many to claim that Barbie provided little girls with an unrealistic and harmful example. On the positive side, many women saw Barbie as providing an alternative to traditional 1950s gender roles.
Shells Fired From Lebanon Land West of Syrian Capital, Country’s Military Says
Mojtaba Khamenei is the second son of the late Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, who served as Iran's supreme leader for nearly four decades. He is said to be more hardline than his father, signalling that hardliners remain firmly in charge in Tehran a week into its conflict with the United States and Israel.
Oil prices briefly climbed to their highest level since 2022 on Monday. Oil prices had shot up by more than 30 percent by Sunday, when the international benchmark Brent crude at one point topped $119 a barrel. The price of crude has since seen a decline, but remains above the price it was before the war began on February 28.
France Is Sending a Large Naval Force to the Middle East
Five Iranian women footballers granted asylum in Australia. Seven members of the Iranian women’s soccer team have remained in Australia, while the rest of the squad has now left the country for Iran. Donald Trump has urged Australia to grant the Iranian female football team asylum, claiming they will be killed if they are sent back to Iran.
U.S. Reaches Tentative Deal Ending Prosecution of Turkish Bank
The U.S. agreed to a deferred prosecution agreement with Turkish lender Halkbank. The deal is aimed at easing a longstanding rift over accusations of violating sanctions against Iran. The agreement, if court-approved, prohibits Halk bank from transactions benefiting Iran. It mandates a compliance monitor but dismisses charges upon compliance.
Video Captures Apparent Strike Near Boys’ School in Iran
New video shows explosion near Iranian boys' school during strikes on the country. Second known blast near a school on Feb. 28, the opening day of the conflict. The video comes from security cameras a Imam Reza Elementary School for boys in the city of Abyek, in Iran's Qazvin Province.
NATO Intercepts Second Iranian Missile Entering Turkey’s Airspace, Defense Ministry Says
700,000 displaced in Lebanon as war enters second week, UN agency says. More than 400 people have been killed by Israeli attacks in Lebanon, authorities say. Hezbollah opened fire to avenge the killing of Iran's supreme leader, igniting Israeli attacks. Israeli military has ordered people out of the southern suburbs, a swathe of south Lebanon, and parts of the eastern Bekaa Valley region.
Israeli Forces Raid New Area in Southern Lebanon, Bombard Near Beirut
Israeli air force strikes suburbs in Beirut, says IDF. Iranian prosecutor-general’s office said: “Iranians abroad who align, accompany and cooperate with the American-Zionist aggressor enemy will face confiscation of all their property and other legal penalties in accordance with the law.”
U.S. Tomahawk Hit Naval Base Beside Iranian School, Video Shows
The United States may have been responsible for the strike on the Iranian girls' school in Minab, where over 175 people were killed. The Pentagon previously confirmed it was carrying out strikes on a naval base operated by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps near the school. The US military is the only force operating in the current conflict against the Islamic regime that possesses Tomahawks.
Mojtaba Khamenei, 56, is the second son of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. He is widely viewed as a hard-line figure with close ties to the powerful Revolutionary Guard. The younger Khamenei had been considered a potential leader prior to the attack that killed his father.
U.S. Embassy in Beirut urges citizens to leave country or ‘shelter in place’ It also called on Israel "to refrain from any land-based or long-term interventions in Lebanon" It comes as the United Nations refugee agency said this morning that lives in Lebanon were being upended on a massive scale.
Unlike Past U.S. Conflicts, Iran Attack Is Opposed by Most Americans
Most voters in the Quinnipiac poll — 55% — said they did not believe Iran posed an “imminent military threat” to the U.S. before the current military action. As unpopular as the Iraq War became, 76% of Americans approved of the decision to go to war in a poll taken the day after the conflict began.
