Brent oil price tops $85 as war fears shake markets
Brent oil price jumped above $85 a barrel after fresh US-Iran strikes stirred fears about oil supply. Brent oil price…
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Iran War Costs U.S. Taxpayers an Estimated $113.3 Billion in 108 Days
The Iran war has cost US taxpayers an estimated $113.3 billion in 108 days, about $1.05 billion a day, independent…
Asian LNG Prices Hit Highest Since March After 10% Weekly Surge
Asian spot liquefied natural gas (LNG) prices have climbed to their highest level since March, rising around 10% over the…
South Korea raises interest rates for first time since 2023
The Bank of Korea (BOK) has raised its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 2.75%, marking its first…
US impose 25% tariff on some imports from Brazil
The United States has announced a 25% tariff on selected imports from Brazil, escalating trade tensions between the two countries…
European Union Plans New Social Media Rules for Kids Under 13
The European Union is preparing legislation that would restrict social media access for children under the age of 13, marking…
Trump withdraws 20% Hormuz Cargo Fee
U.S. President Donald Trump has withdrawn his proposed 20% cargo fee on commercial vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz, replacing…
Digital euro rules move ahead as EU eyes 2029 launch
Key takeaways The EU has started formal talks on digital euro rules. Officials are discussing how a state-backed digital euro…
US Iran talks continue after ceasefire ends
Key takeaways Donald Trump said US Iran talks will keep going even though a ceasefire has ended. A ceasefire is…
Iran sanctions: US adds new penalties as conflict grows
Iran sanctions are penalties the US uses to pressure Iran by blocking money, trade, and access to companies. The US…