WH Smith cuts profit forecast as Iran war hits demand, launches capital raise
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China May wholesale inflation hits near 4-year high on Iran war-led higher input costs, AI boom
The Middle East conflict has given China's economy a reflationary boost as energy and raw material disruptions deepened.
Korea’s Kospi Extends Losses on Chipmakers, War-Tied Jitters
South Korea’s equity benchmark slipped Wednesday, with chip stocks resuming losses and risk appetite weakening following a US strike on Iran.
Ukraine war briefing: Moscow car bomb kills Russian ammunition chief – reports
Second car bomb was discovered and blown up by authorities; more panic buying of fuel in Russia as Ukrainian attacks bite. What we know on day 1,568 Continue reading...
Iran war live: Tehran says US fleet targeted in Bahrain after US strikes
Lebanon's Health Ministry says the death toll from Israeli attacks on the country since March 2 has reached 3,666.
Iran war live: Tehran targets US forces in Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait
Lebanon's Health Ministry says the death toll from Israeli attacks on the country since March 2 has reached 3,666.
The Papers: 'Violence in Belfast' and Trump's 'war words'
Reports of violence on the streets of Belfast following Monday's knife attack in the city dominate Wednesday's papers.
AI Will Not Start a Nuclear War, but Humans Might
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Cuba Poised for Biggest US Fuel Shipment Since Cold War Embargo
A Florida trading company is in advanced talks to send Cuba the biggest cargo of US fuel since the Eisenhower administration as the island nation contends with an acute energy crisis.
Everybody Is a Loser in This Middle East War
None of the participants in the recent wars of the Middle East can claim victory. All are to blame.
Government pauses Starlink nod over Iran war use: Report
Developing story — details emerging. Check the source link for the latest updates.
Everybody Is a Loser in This Mideast War
None of the participants in the recent wars of the Middle East can claim victory. All are to blame.
The rebels at the front line of Myanmar's civil war
The BBC’s Quentin Sommerville travels to Myanmar - without the permission of the authorities - to meet a group of rebel fighters.
Watch: BBC goes into jungle with Myanmar's civil war rebels
The BBC’s Quentin Sommerville travels to Myanmar - without the permission of the authorities - to meet a group of rebel fighters.
Ukraine winning war with Russia, retired U.S. generals say
Several retired U. S. generals and the former director of a U.
‘Anything but normal’: Uncertainty as Iranians try to get by amid US war
War damage and blockade have worsened economic conditions for many struggling Iranians.
How Japan Stopped Civil War
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The Guardian view on Ukraine and the prospects of peace: time to ramp up the pressure on Putin | Editorial
Russia’s ‘spring offensive’ is failing and Kyiv’s drones have brought the war to Moscow and other cities. Europe must strengthen Zelenskyy’s hand further Last week, Vladimir Putin responded with characteristic disdain to an open letter from Volodymyr Zelenskyy calling for face-to-face talks. De...
Stocks Drop on Tech Fears and War Worries
Oil prices fell after Israel and Iran agreed to halt strikes against each other, easing fears of a broader regional conflict that had briefly driven crude higher.
Why ultra-processed foods could become the new war on tobacco
Research published in the American Journal of Public Health details the connection between ultra-processed foods and the tobacco industry when it comes to production, strategy and marketing.
A bidding war is underway for the world's oldest bank
Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena has been operating for well over 500 years, and some Italian officials reportedly want to ensure it stays in Italian hands.
Congress hasn't officially declared war since 1942. Here are 11 military operations presidents launched anyway.
On many occasions in US history, presidents have ordered large-scale military operations without congressional approval.
Can Badenoch’s culture war win back Reform supporters? – The Latest
Kemi Badenoch has vowed to reform the Equality Act in what is viewed as an attempt to win back support from Reform voters. The Conservative leader, who also served as equalities minister from 2020 to 2022, wants to scrap the public sector equality duty – a legal requirement that forces public in...