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World’s richest people in 2026: Elon Musk tops Forbes list

Technology founders dominate the rankings again as the gap between the richest and everyone else continues to widen.

Indian sailor killed in Iranian attack: What are underwater drones that hit US-owned oil tanker and how do they work?

Amid the conflict with US and Israel, which has now spilled over to the Middle East, Iran has now turned to underwater drones to target commercial shipping in the Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz

What the record emergency oil release means for Iran war and global energy markets

A sudden policy reversal in Washington pushed allies to release 400 million barrels from strategic reserves. Here is why governments took such an extraordinary step and what it could mean for oil prices.

Why China is uneasy ahead of the Trump-Xi summit

With the meeting only weeks away, Beijing still does not know what the US president wants from the talks or what deals might emerge.

Why Chinese military flights near Taiwan have suddenly dropped

After years of near-daily air incursions, a sudden lull in Chinese fighter jet activity around Taiwan has left analysts trying to understand what changed.

How Iran war is spilling into cyberspace

A cyberattack that disrupted medical technology company Stryker shows how modern conflicts increasingly play out far from the battlefield, targeting companies and digital infrastructure.

A new El Niño could be on the way

Early signs in the Pacific Ocean suggest the climate pattern may return later this year, potentially shifting weather patterns and pushing global temperatures higher.

Can AI chatbots stop violent questions? A new investigation raises doubts

Tests conducted with some of the world’s most widely used chatbots found that several systems gave troubling guidance when teenagers appeared to be planning violent attacks.

Texas voucher programme excludes Islamic schools, sparking legal fight

A decision to bar several Muslim schools from a new USD1 billion school voucher scheme has triggered accusations of discrimination and a lawsuit from parents

Why a Goldman Sachs executive said the Iran war is distracting investors

A remark by a senior Goldman Sachs executive suggests some private market investors are relieved that the war has shifted attention away from growing concerns in private credit and software lending.

Why sea mines remain one of Iran’s most disruptive weapons

Cheap, simple naval mines could threaten the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway through which about one-fifth of the world’s oil passes

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, daughter try out new pistols at shooting range | See pics

After testing the weapon at a shooting range, Kim rated it “excellent,” the agency said.

What’s next for gold as global instability grows?

Gold is doing what it did for millennia, provide stability

Iraq shuts down oil ports after deadly attack on marine vessels at Basra port

With the West Asia crisis entering its 13th day, oil terminals at Iraqi ports said they have suspended operations following attacks on tankers near its waters.

OPINION | Hormuz shutdown shows ethanol blend mandate for petrol added to energy security

The 20% blend provides a cushion of more than two months of petrol consumption and insulates nearly 3.5% of crude oil consumptions from geopolitical volatility

‘India is in a tough spot’: How the Iran war is testing PM Modi’s balancing act

Iran–Israel conflict puts India in a diplomatic balancing act, says expert Michael Kugelman, highlighting risks to energy security and regional partnerships.

Iran war exposes cracks for airlines that connect the world

Gulf carriers have spent decades positioning themselves at the center of global air travel and places like Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Doha are now key stopover points for long-haul trips.

Iran War News Highlights: Unidentified projectile hits house in Baghdad, two wounded, says report

Iran War Latest News Today (March 13, 2026): Blasts heard, smoke seen over central Dubai after drone intercepted

From limited strikes to regional war: How Trump miscalculated Iran's response as Tehran retaliated harder than expected

US officials initially believed that Iran’s response would resemble earlier episodes of tension in the region, when retaliation was limited and quickly contained.

A new front in the conflict? Iran-linked hacker group claims attack on US medtech giant Stryker

Iran-linked hackers claim cyberattack on US medical tech firm Stryker, disrupting devices using Microsoft Intune

We won in the first hour: Trump claims victory in Iran war, vows to finish job

Although Trump suggested the war had already been decided, he made clear that US forces would remain engaged until Washington’s objectives were achieved.

Oil blows past $100 despite record reserve release as traders bet the shock isn’t over

Oil prices surge past $100 despite record global reserve release as traders worry about supply disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz.

'I'm like falling asleep and...': Why Trump picked ‘Epic Fury’ from 20 names for the Iran operation

Trump says US strike on Iran was conducted under “Operation Epic Fury,” targeting Iranian missile and drone capabilities.

US plans to close key Peshawar consulate that once served Afghanistan war operations

The Peshawar consulate, however, is the first overseas diplomatic mission to be closed down entirely because of the State Department's reorganisation.

Trump would back killing Iran's new supreme leader Mojtaba if he defies US demands: Report

US officials said the operation would likely be led by Israeli forces, similar to the one that killed his father on February 28.

Surf, turf and war: Pentagon splurged $93 billion on lobster, luxury goods ahead of strikes on Iran

US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth led-Pentagon reportedly approved a corpus of over $93 billion on not only luxurious food items but also iPads and music instruments, in the months leading up to the attacks on Venezuela and Iran.

Dubai, UAE News Live: Explosions rock downtown Dubai as Iran steps up attacks in Gulf

Earlier in the day, there was a minor fire after a drone attack on a building in the city.

Wall Street wobbles as oil rally deepens and Iran war clouds rate-cut hopes

Contracts for the S&P 500 Index were down 0.8% while a gauge of Asian shares dropped as much as 1.1% in early trading.

UN Security Council demands Iran halt Gulf attacks, Tehran calls resolution 'blatant misuse'

The resolution, passed by 13 votes with two abstentions, "demands the immediate cessation of all attacks by the Islamic Republic of Iran against Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Jordan."

US revives tariff pressure, launches new trade probe on 16 countries including India and China

US launches Section 301 probe into excess industrial capacity targeting India, China and EU as Trump administration seeks new tariff pathway.

Trump says Iran near defeat, warns US strikes could make rebuilding 'almost impossible'

Iranian missile strikes and drone attacks have brought shipping through the strait almost to a halt, forcing governments to scramble to contain the fallout, but Trump said Wednesday the United States must "finish the job."

Iran says war could destroy global economy as Trump vows to 'finish' job

Oil prices have surged since February 28, when the United States and Israel launched air strikes on Iran that killed its supreme leader and plunged the Middle East into conflict.

US to release 172 million barrels from oil reserve as Middle East war jolts energy markets

The release would "take approximately 120 days to deliver based on planned discharge rates," the agency said in a post to X.

UN probe says Middle East war could deepen repression in Iran

"The human rights situation in Iran has been severely exacerbated by the US-Israeli air strikes since February 28," the report said.

Trump says US must 'finish the job' in Iran despite earlier hint war could end soon

On February 28, the United States and Israel launched the first wave of attacks in a war that has seen Iran strike targets in multiple countries around the Gulf.

US says Iran campaign cost $11 billion in six days: Report

Defense officials had previously told Congress that roughly $5.6 billion worth of munitions were expended in just the first two days of fighting, according to US media -- a burn rate far higher than earlier public estimates.

US, India still at odds with majority on WTO reform

"A large majority of members support the plan" that is on the table after nine months of discussions, said Norway's ambassador to the WTO Petter Olberg, who is facilitating the reform talks.

Recognise rights, pay reparations: Iran President Pezeshkian announces conditions for ending war with US, Israel

Iranian officials said the country was prepared for a drawn-out conflict that could severely disrupt global markets.

How China’s BeiDou system could be shaping Iran’s missile accuracy in US-Israel war

Although Iranian officials have not confirmed this, some intelligence experts believe that access to the Chinese navigation network could explain the improved targeting seen in the ongoing conflict.

Stealth jets, drone swarms, missile shields: Lessons India cannot ignore from the Gulf war | Explained

Iran War: For a country like India, whose arsenal combines Russian, Western and indigenous systems, these lessons could significantly influence future procurement and force planning.

Romania allows US to use air bases for refuelling aircraft in US-Israel war on Iran

The United States would be able to use the Mihail Kogalniceanu base near Constanta and Campia Turzii in central Romania for an initial 90 days, an official source told AFP.

Iran-Israel conflict: Does Iran’s hold on Strait of Hormuz boost its oil exports?

Iran continues exporting oil through the Strait of Hormuz despite regional closures, using shadow fleet tankers for China and India. US escorts face Iranian threats, while global oil markets remain volatile.

'Targeting mistake': US strike hit Iranian school as coordinates were based on outdated data

Preliminary investigation found the United States was responsible for the strike, which occurred while US forces were conducting attacks on an adjacent Iranian military base.

Iran 'welcome to compete' in World Cup, says US President Trump

The US president's change of stance came as Iranian officials suggested they might not turn up anyway after American and Israeli attacks, including the killing of supreme leader Ali Khamenei.

Trump officials set to announce new trade probes in Tariff push

Among the issues that will be investigated are taxes on digital services and alleged currency manipulation

Donald Trump promises 'great safety' for oil tankers passing through Strait of Hormuz

The US President Donald Trump claimed nearly all Iranian mine-laying vessels destroyed, urged oil companies to use the strait and said the Strait of Hormuz remains mostly safe for commercial shipping.

Iran military capabilities 'not reduced to zero', says French President Emmanuel Macron

"Considerable damage has already been inflicted on Iran's military ballistic capabilities, but it continues to attack several countries in the region," he said.

Iranian drones hit Oman’s Salalah port fuel tanks amid rising gulf tensions | Watch

According to the Oman News Agency, "A security source reported that several drones were shot down, while others struck fuel tanks at the port of Salalah," adding that no casualties were reported.

The two men guarding Epstein’s secrets and millions: Who are Richard Kahn and Darren Indyke?

Epstein’s death did not end scrutiny of the vast fortune he accumulated or the people who helped manage his business empire. At the centre of this lingering mystery are two men who still wield influence over what remains of Epstein’s wealth.