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US gas prices have reached an all-time high since 2022, hitting $4 a gallon, as the Iran war escalates and drives up energy prices, marking the first time in nearly four years the average cost has climbed above this threshold.
The US Supreme Court has ruled against a Colorado law banning conversion therapy for LGBTQ+ minors, citing First Amendment grounds and indicating it likely violates free speech, casting doubt on similar prohibitions in other states. The 8-1 majority sided with a Christian counselor challenging the ban, with the ruling being blasted as 'reckless' and having 'catastrophic fallout' for LGBT+ youth.
A leaked call from August 2024 reportedly reveals Hungarian and Russian foreign ministers discussing EU sanctions, with a reminder to Hungary about a promise. Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk have since sharply criticised the Hungarian government, agreeing that this affair signals Hungary's political dependence on Moscow and raises justified fears for Europe.
Amid escalating Middle East tensions, China and Pakistan have jointly presented a detailed five-point initiative, urging an immediate ceasefire, peace talks, and normal navigation in the Strait of Hormuz to end the conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard has escalated threats against leading American technology companies, including Apple, Google, and Meta, vowing attacks on 15-18 US tech giants starting tomorrow and demanding their regional offices evacuate. This follows alleged Israeli-US intelligence-backed strikes that Iran claims, with the Guards listing companies complicit in the 'targeted assassination' of officials.
On day 32 of the US-Israel war against Iran, President Trump claimed to have "obliterated" Iran, despite earlier reports from Defense Secretary Hegseth that Iran retained its ability to strike. Iran's Revolutionary Guards have now confirmed the killing of a brigadier general in a US-Israeli airstrike, who was sanctioned by the US over an oil network funding Tehran-backed proxies.
Gas prices in the US have eclipsed $4 a gallon, reaching their highest level since 2022, though Wall Street analysts suggest this is unlikely to trigger Federal Reserve rate hikes and could even lead to cuts.
Iran is reportedly preparing for further US escalation in the ongoing conflict, with officials expressing confidence in their ability to outlast the United States and questioning if the war can conclude before it widens.
A new report indicates that hundreds of hospitals across 44 US states and Washington, D.C., serving 6.6 million Americans, are threatened by potential Medicaid cuts.
The US military has confirmed that its 70-year-old B-52 Stratofortress bombers are now conducting overland missions in Iran, indicating an expansion of US air superiority in the region.
A viral video circulating online, which claimed to show a significant US military deployment to the Middle East, has been debunked as completely fake, according to reports.
China and Pakistan have jointly proposed a five-point peace plan for the Middle East, urging a ceasefire, as Iran's Revolutionary Guards continue to issue warnings against US companies like Apple, Google, and Meta, citing retaliation for 'targeted assassinations' of Iranian leaders.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has reiterated that Iran will play its World Cup games in the United States as scheduled, despite the ongoing Middle East conflict and requests from the Islamic Republic to move matches to Mexico. Infantino insists Iran "will play at the World Cup" as planned.
Unilever has finalized the sale of its foods division to US sauce and spice producer McCormick, which plans to establish a new headquarters in the Netherlands, with McCormick confirming the merger and further updates on the deal.
France and Italy, along with Spain, are blocking the United States from using their airspace and bases for military flights related to the Iran conflict, with an increasing number of European countries withholding support, causing tensions and drawing criticism from President Trump.
Leading US stock exchanges are experiencing significant gains following reports that Donald Trump is considering ending the war against Iran, despite the Strait of Hormuz not being opened.
Qatar's foreign ministry spokesperson, Majed Al-Ansari, announced that Gulf states are united in their commitment to de-escalation and support diplomacy, with Qatar specifically stating its readiness to help with US-Iran negotiations and insist on being part of any solution for the Strait of Hormuz crisis.
A US government panel has exempted oil and gas drilling in the Gulf of Mexico from endangered species rules, a decision critics argue exploits a 'self-made gas crisis' and could endanger the rare Rice's whale.
The US-Israel Iran war has halted almost all traffic in a key waterway and the price Brent crude has surged.
Jordan has strongly condemned the Iranian attack on its territory involving ballistic missiles, which occurred during US and Israeli strikes on Iran, and is seeking calm amidst the Middle East storm.
The U.S. Treasury Department has unveiled a new whistleblower portal designed to combat transnational fraud rings targeting Medicare and Medicaid programs.
Analysis suggests that the bond market's primary concern may be transitioning from inflation fears to worries about economic growth.
A Russian tanker has arrived in Cuba with an oil shipment, testing the limits of US sanctions and Trump's Cuba squeeze. Cubans cautiously welcome the delivery, though some warn it will do little to ease the energy crisis.
European inflation saw its steepest jump since 2022, driven by soaring energy prices linked to the Iran war, even as core CPI unexpectedly shrank. This surge has led leading economic research institutes to lower their growth forecasts and predict higher overall inflation for the eurozone.
Audio recordings and an investigation allege that Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó acted in Russia's interests by lobbying against EU sanctions at Moscow's request, causing diplomatic shock. Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk criticized Hungarian leaders for 'leaving Europe,' and now Czech President Petr Pavel is calling for a reevaluation of relations with Hungary, deeming the sharing of sensitive information with Russia unacceptable.
A US Marine was detained after Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officials discovered a live 25 mm explosive round in his checked luggage.
Former President Donald Trump has reiterated his call for European allies to either purchase jet fuel from the United States or take it themselves from the Strait of Hormuz. He criticized NATO and suggested countries needing oil should be more assertive in securing it, stating the US will not come to the aid of allies who did not help in the past.
US gas prices have surpassed $4 a gallon, reaching their highest level since 2022, while consumer confidence inches up despite soaring prices brought on by the war in Iran, even as stock markets experience gains.
An analysis suggests a potential US ground invasion of Iran's Hormuz and Kharg island could take weeks or months, requiring significant troop deployment and explaining any delays in military action.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards have issued a threat to target US tech firms, stating that such actions would be taken if more Iranian leaders are killed. This warning escalates tensions amid ongoing regional conflicts.
An article from Seeking Alpha explores whether former President Trump is responsible for delays in drug launches across Europe.
A British expat living in the US shares her top 11 favorite items to purchase at the American grocery chain Trader Joe's, highlighting unique products and freezer staples.