Oil prices declined on Monday after US President Donald Trump indicated that he was unlikely to order fresh military strikes against Iran as long as talks to end the conflict continued. However, attacks on ships in and around the Strait of Hormuz kept concerns about possible disruptions to global oil supplies alive. Brent crude and … Read more
Bitcoin briefly fell to its lowest level in six weeks on Wednesday as Democrats won control of both the US Senate and the House of Representatives in the midterm elections. The election result has raised concerns about the future of cryptocurrency regulation in the United States. Bitcoin falls to a six-week low as Democrats win … Read more
A powerful storm system is threatening to disrupt voting in parts of the United States as millions of Americans prepare to cast their ballots in Tuesday’s 2026 midterm elections. Severe thunderstorms, heavy rainfall and possible flash flooding have placed several regions under weather alerts, raising concerns about travel conditions and access to polling stations. Water … Read more
Oil prices fell on Thursday as hopes of renewed peace talks between the United States and Iran eased fears of possible disruptions to global oil supplies. However, tensions in the Middle East continue to create uncertainty over oil production and shipments. Oil prices fall as hopes of renewed US-Iran peace talks ease supply concerns. (Pexel/Representative … Read more
Oil prices rose by more than 1% on Wednesday. Prices increased after Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthi group reported an attack on a major oil refinery in Saudi Arabia. The report raised concerns about possible disruptions to global oil supplies amid ongoing conflicts in the Middle East. Oil prices rise after a reported attack on a major … Read more
Oil prices rose slightly on Tuesday as investors waited for the outcome of diplomatic talks in Tehran, Iran. Renewed attacks by Yemen’s Houthi group on Saudi Arabia also raised concerns about risks to oil supplies. Oil prices rise as Middle East tensions and supply risks keep markets on edge. (Pexel/Representative image) (Pexel) Brent crude futures … Read more
Gold prices stayed close to $4,000 an ounce on Tuesday as investors waited for the US Federal Reserve’s interest-rate decision this week. Traders expect the central bank to keep interest rates unchanged. Gold prices stay near $4,000 an ounce as traders await the Federal Reserve’s rate decision. (Pexel) Gold prices changed little after rising in … Read more
A case of measles exposure at a restaurant in Georgia’s Macon County on October 7 has prompted the Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) to issue an alert about a potential public exposure. A measles alert sign hangs outside the entrance to the Cohen Children’s Medical Center in New Hyde Park, New York in March … Read more
America’s $10 trillion artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure boom is facing growing problems. Data centre projects are being delayed, some are being cancelled or blocked, and investors are becoming less confident about the sector. These challenges are raising questions about whether the massive spending planned for AI infrastructure can continue at the expected pace. America’s $10 … Read more
By David Shepardson FAA bars unauthorized drones along US-Mexico border, citing security concerns WASHINGTON, – The Federal Aviation Administration said on Friday it is barring unauthorized drones along the US border with Mexico as the government steps up efforts to address concerns about illegal cross-border drug shipments. The temporary flight restriction bars any unauthorized drone … Read more