Oil Prices Fall Over 5% After US and Iran Pause Strikes Amid Middle East Tensions
Brent crude and West Texas Intermediate prices dropped sharply as hopes rise for a diplomatic resolution to recent conflicts affecting key shipping routes.
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Brent crude and West Texas Intermediate prices dropped sharply as hopes rise for a diplomatic resolution to recent conflicts affecting key shipping routes.
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Investment in Hong Kong’s commercial real estate has surged, driven by strong demand in the student housing sector amid a sharp increase in non-local student admissions.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 27, 2026, 8:53 AM
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African Development Bank warns of a $10 billion to $20 billion economic impact and lasting effects on GDP due to a strong El Niño event.
Africanews | Jul 27, 2026, 8:08 AM
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The Monetary Authority of Singapore raises the appreciation rate of the Singapore dollar amid elevated oil prices and inflation risks linked to ongoing Middle East tensions.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 27, 2026, 5:19 AM
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Shipping traffic through the Bab el-Mandeb Strait dropped to its lowest in months following attacks by Yemeni Houthis on Saudi oil installations, while transit through the Strait of Hormuz remained low despite a pause in U.S.-Iran strikes.
CNA Latest News | Jul 27, 2026, 4:34 AM
politics
Renewed U.S. strikes on Iranian targets coincide with Houthi missile attacks on Saudi Arabia, prompting President Trump to hold Iran responsible and condition a Saudi deal on Abraham Accords membership.
The Hill | Jul 26, 2026, 9:15 AM
world
Ongoing Middle East tensions disrupt aluminium can supply, forcing Coca-Cola to raise Diet Coke prices by over 10% across India.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 24, 2026, 8:52 AM
politics
The U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve is nearing critical depletion as geopolitical conflicts and coordinated releases strain global oil supplies.
Daily Caller | Jul 24, 2026, 1:16 AM
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The resolution, passed for the second time, calls for the withdrawal of US forces amid escalating Middle East conflict and rising oil prices, though it is largely symbolic as the Trump administration deems it unconstitutional.
Guardian US | Jul 23, 2026, 4:07 PM
politics
House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan alleges false statements by Jack Smith during a congressional deposition and formally asks the Justice Department to prosecute.
NBC Politics | Jul 23, 2026, 2:38 PM
politics
President Donald Trump attended the dignified transfer of four American service members killed in Iran attacks as the United States conducted its 12th consecutive night of airstrikes.
NBC Politics | Jul 23, 2026, 1:07 PM
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Republicans express concern about rising U.S. casualties, civilian deaths in Iran, and economic impacts amid ongoing war, following Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s testimony on emergency funding.
The Hill | Jul 23, 2026, 11:09 AM
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The Graham Sanctioning Russia Act of 2026 faces criticism for imposing steep tariffs that could harm American families without compelling Russia to change its behavior.
Fox News Latest | Jul 23, 2026, 10:24 AM
world
A severe heatwave in Egypt is impacting daily life, work conditions, and the economy, with temperatures exceeding 45°C and prompting adjustments across sectors.
Africanews | Jul 23, 2026, 7:15 AM
world
Iranian-aligned Houthis strike two Saudi oil tankers amid a naval blockade, escalating tensions alongside US military strikes on Iran.
CNA Latest News | Jul 23, 2026, 5:48 AM
world
US President Donald Trump warned of targeting Iranian civilian infrastructure in response to attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating regional hostilities with no diplomatic resolution in sight.
France 24 English | Jul 22, 2026, 11:21 PM
politics
President Donald Trump honored four U.S. service members killed in recent Iranian attacks following the collapse of a ceasefire, highlighting ongoing regional instability.
NBC Politics | Jul 22, 2026, 8:44 PM
general
Diesel prices surged from $3.56 to $5.13 per gallon following the Iran conflict, increasing transportation costs that ripple through the U.S. economy and impact everyday essentials.
Fox News Latest | Jul 22, 2026, 8:31 PM
politics
President Donald Trump paid respects at the transfer of remains of four U.S. service members killed amid renewed hostilities with Iran following the collapse of a ceasefire.
NBC Politics | Jul 22, 2026, 7:51 PM
world
China criticizes France's new legislation aimed at curbing fast fashion, alleging it violates World Trade Organization rules and threatens Chinese firms.
CNA Latest News | Jul 22, 2026, 2:12 PM
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A global poll reveals Americans are far more likely than people worldwide to view politics as the biggest risk to their safety, highlighting deep partisan divisions and rising political violence in the US.
Guardian US | Jul 22, 2026, 9:48 AM
business
The Japanese yen depreciated to its lowest level in nearly four decades, reaching 163 yen per U.S. dollar, influenced by rising oil prices due to escalating U.S.-Iran tensions and economic policy proposals by Takaichi.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 22, 2026, 3:40 AM
business
Chinese trade curbs on rare earth elements have caused a dramatic price increase for dysprosium in Europe, while prices remain stable within China.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 21, 2026, 11:33 PM
global-institutions
The UN Security Council examines the role of essential minerals in powering renewable energy and their impact on peace and development worldwide.
UN News | Jul 21, 2026, 9:23 PMShowing 73-96 of 177 articles.