Oil Rises as Supply Disruption Persists, Iran Denies US Talks
Oil prices rose again as supply disruptions continued in the Middle East, with Iran denying reports of any imminent talks with the United States, according to Reuters.
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Trump Announces Iran War Plan, Market Reacts with Volatility
President Donald Trump announced a new strategy regarding the Iran war, according to Yahoo Finance, which could mark a major shift in U.S. foreign policy and trigger significant market fluctuations.
Asia Traders Brace for Morning Whiplash as Markets Rally
Asia traders faced a sharp market rebound on Monday, according to Bloomberg, as investors rushed to buy shares after a steep decline the previous day.
Wall Street Firm Warns of $200 Oil as Market Volatility Rises
A Wall Street firm has warned that oil prices could surge to $200 per barrel, a level that would have massive economic consequences, according to MarketWatch.
Microsoft Stock Slumps 33% Amid Analyst Outlooks and Market Volatility
Microsoft (MSFT) stock has fallen 33% from its record high, according to TradingView, as analysts debate its future and a major investor reports zero shares in a recent SEC filing.
Palestinian Killed in West Bank Settler Violence as Death Toll Rises
A Palestinian man was killed in an attack by settlers in the occupied West Bank, bringing the death toll from recent settler violence to seven, according to the BBC.
Savannah Guthrie to Return to Today Show as Search for Mother Continues
Savannah Guthrie will return to the Today show on 6 April, two months after her mother's disappearance, according to BBC News.
Manila Streets Empty as Fuel Prices Surge Amid Hormuz Crisis
Manila’s streets have emptied as fuel prices surge due to the Strait of Hormuz crisis, according to Al Jazeera.
Stocks Fall, Giving Back Chunk of Monday Rally as Oil Prices Rise
Stocks fell sharply on Tuesday, giving back a significant chunk of Monday's rally as oil prices rebounded and tensions in the Middle East persisted, according to CNBC.
Estée Lauder in Talks to Acquire Spain’s Puig to Create Global Beauty Giant
Estée Lauder is in advanced talks to acquire Spain’s Puig, a move that could create one of the world’s largest beauty companies, according to the Wall Street Journal.
Italy to Play Bosnia in 2026 World Cup Playoff Final
Italy has advanced to the final of the 2026 World Cup playoffs, set to face Bosnia and Herzegovina, while Kosovo will meet Türkiye in the other semi-final, according to reports from multiple international news outlets.
Panic Buying Prompts PM to Reassure Australians Over Fuel Supply
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has sought to reassure Australians that the country's fuel supply remains 'secure' as prices soar and reports of panic buying and petrol stations running dry emerge, according to the BBC.
Brazil IPCA-15 Inflation Slows in January, Hits Target Ceiling
Brazil's IPCA-15 inflation rate slowed in January but reached the central bank's target ceiling of 4.5% on an annual basis, according to multiple reports.
Former Google Executive Matt Brittin Named Next BBC Director General
Former Google executive Matt Brittin has been selected as the next director general of the BBC, a decision that marks a significant shift in the leadership of the UK's public broadcasting service.
Yinglan International Financial Center Opens in Xiamen, a $830 Million Cross-Strait Gateway
A twelve-year, 130-team megaproject on China's southern coast opens for business with its towers aimed directly at Taiwan.