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The Bucks will be in the market for a new head coach as a summer of change likely begins.
· Joseph Staszewski
US Senator says Trump’s Iran policy fuelling inflation
US Democratic Senator Patty Murray criticised President Donald Trump’s policies on Iran, saying they are contributing to rising inflation in the United States.
· Middleeasteye
Grim recession prediction if Middle East conflict doesn't end soon
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Oil jumps and Japan stocks slip as Trump threatens Hormuz blockade
Crude oil prices climbed and Japan's benchmark Nikkei Stock Average declined after U.S.- Iran talks ended with no agreement.
· JADA NAGUMO
‘Handyman special’ Quonset hut-style home hits market for under $300K in Maine
A partially finished Quonset hut-style home in Maine is seeking out an industrious buyer who can put the finishing touches on the one-of-a-kind property—and help it to fulfill its impressive potential.
· Realtor.com
From toilet paper to travel: why inflation could soon hit Hongkongers hard
Continuing uncertainty because of the Middle East war-linked oil shock will intensify inflationary pressures, analysts warn
· Lam Ka-sing
From toilet paper to travel: why inflation could soon hit Hongkongers hard
Continuing uncertainty because of the Middle East war-linked oil shock will intensify inflationary pressures, analysts warn
· Lam Ka-sing
Months after Logan house set suburb record, it smashes past at auction
A Brisbane home built for multi-generational living has defied a softening market and smashed its suburb record just 11 months after first setting it – this time fetching $3.2 million.
· Sarah Webb
Oil prices rise after the US says it would block Iranian ports starting Monday
NEW YORK — Oil prices rose in early market trading Sunday after the U.S. said it would blockade Iranian ports beginning Monday.
· Associated Press
China’s reflation narrative under scrutiny as bond market signals caution
Despite a pickup in inflation data, economists warn that commodity pressures, not underlying demand, are driving China’s price gains
· Zhang Shidong
China reflation bets waver as bond gains outpace sluggish equities
Despite a pickup in inflation data, economists warn that commodity pressures, not underlying demand, are driving China’s price gains
· Zhang Shidong
Asia markets set for mixed open as oil surges after U.S. moves to blockade Iran ports
Asia-Pacific markets were set to open mixed Monday, as investors weigh a U.S. naval blockade on Iran's ports after talks between Washington and Tehran failed to produce an agreement to end the conflict in the Middle East.
· Justina Lee
Chinese carmakers squeeze out Asian rivals in Europe as exports top 1 million units
Surging EV shipments boost China’s market share at the expense of Japan and South Korea, while EU exports to China slump
· Peggy Ye
Chinese cars squeeze out Asian rivals in Europe as exports top 1 million
Surging EV shipments boost China’s market share at the expense of Japan and South Korea, while EU exports to China slump
· Peggy Ye
How China’s EV battery king CATL powers up profits while EV makers struggle
Consolidation, scale and technology advantages enhance pricing power as firm’s domestic market share hits 18-month high
· Themis Qi
How China’s EV battery king CATL powers up profits while EV makers struggle
Consolidation, scale and technology advantages enhance pricing power as firm’s domestic market share hits 18-month high
· Themis Qi
Australia news live: PM and Wong to visit Brunei and Malaysia to shore up fuel supply
Government seeks to shore up Australia’s supply of diesel, fertiliser and other critical goods. Follow today’s news live
· Nick Visser, Stephanie Convery
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The US naval blockade of Iranian ports has come into force, heightening fears over security and trade routes in the region and adding to market jitters after US‑Iran talks in Pakistan on Saturday ended without a deal. US Central Command has said that the measures apply to vessels calling at Iranian ports in the Pers…
· RT
200 feared dead after Nigerian air strike hits market in northeast Yobe state
Military planes struck a village market while pursuing Islamist Boko Haram militants, local residents said on Sunday
· Reuters
200 feared dead after Nigerian air strike hits market in northeast Yobe state
Military planes struck a village market while pursuing Islamist Boko Haram militants, local residents said on Sunday
· Reuters
UK regulators rushing to assess risks of latest Anthropic AI model: report
British financial regulators are holding urgent talks with the government’s cyber security agency and major banks to assess risks posed by the latest artificial intelligence model from Anthropic, the Financial Times reported on Sunday.
· Reuters
Indonesia's underperforming stock market faces credibility test
Pressure on the domestic economy and military strikes in the key oil-producing region of the Middle East are adding to the challenges faced by the Indonesia Stock Exchange. (Source photo by Yuki Kohara)
· Staff Writer
Like gold to criminals: How a children’s toy became the black market’s hottest trade
After pushing the big blue buzzer, it takes almost 10 minutes for a staff member to arrive with the key to the secure cabinet. But even then, buyers aren’t trusted to handle the goods – this is only the first line of defence.
· Chris Vedelago
Want to save money? These are the best value fruit and vegetables to buy this autumn
Eating seasonally has always been about flavour, but with fuel costs on the rise, it’s also one of the simplest ways to keep your grocery bills in check. “If you want to save money, be flexible and stick to what’s in season,” says Eden Fanelli, a fourth-generation farmer from Fanelli Organics, who also runs a stall …
· Erina Starkey
A ceasefire is good. But Trump’s impact on rates is just starting
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· Clancy Yeates
Dozens feared dead in air strike on village in northeastern Nigeria
Dozens of people are feared dead after Nigerian military aircraft struck a village market while pursuing members of the rebel group Boko Haram in the country’s northeast, according to local officials and an international human rights group.
· Mariamne Everett
Civilians feared killed after reports of air strike on Nigerian market
Civilians are feared to have died after reports that Nigerian military jets struck a village market in the north-east of the country.
· Chris Ewokor
Nigerian airstrike targeting jihadists reportedly kills at least 100 civilians
Officials confirm misfire as Amnesty gives death toll after speaking to survivors of strike on market in Yobe state
· Associated Press in Abuja
The Guardian view on US-Iran talks: Trump’s diplomacy falters as risk of war grows | Editorial
An American blockade in the strait of Hormuz raises energy-market dangers after failed negotiations – pushing a fragile ceasefire closer to collapse
· Editorial
DBP cited by Pag-IBIG Fund as outstanding checkless disbursement partner
STATE-OWNED Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) has been conferred the Outstanding Disbursement Partner for Checkless Disbursement for Developers award by the Pag-IBIG Fund, in recognition of the bank’s efforts in providing efficient and secure electronic fund disbursement services for housing developers.
· The Manila Times
Govt expands cash aid to include sugar workers
THOUSANDS of workers in the sugar and biofuel industries stand to gain increased financial support as the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) ramps up bigger benefits and wider coverage aimed at protecting some of the country’s most vulnerable agricultural workers.
· William B. Depasupil
Middle East, inflation risks to weigh on PSEi
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· Nazylen Joy Mabanglo
Some 100 people killed in mistaken air force attack on Nigerian market
ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — A Nigerian Air Force strike targeting jihadi rebels hit a local market in northeastern Nigeria, killing over 100 residents and injuring many others, a rights group and local media reported on Sunday. Officials confirmed a misfire but did not provide details.
· Dyepkazah Shibayan
Hong Kong, mainland China sign ‘milestone’ MOU on promoting digital economy
Memorandum of understanding covers topics including AI promotion, cross-boundary data flow and blockchain
· Edith Lin
Hong Kong, mainland China sign ‘milestone’ MOU on promoting digital economy
Memorandum of understanding covers topics including AI promotion, cross-boundary data flow and blockchain
· Edith Lin
Palestinians condemn storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque by Israel’s Ben-Gvir
Israel’s far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has stormed the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in occupied East Jerusalem’s Old City – his third incursion into Islam’s third holiest site this year – as Israel arrested at least 18 Palestinians in the occupied West Bank on Sunday.
· Al Jazeera Staff
Kalshi promo code NYPMAX: Trade $10, get $10 for Mets vs. A’s
Sunday’s MLB action offers a great opportunity to get into the prediction market space. Use the Kalshi promo code NYPMAX to begin.
· Mike Turay
Impunity by design: How the IDF, settlers repress Palestinians in the West Bank - opinion
In the first days following the onset of Israel’s attack on Iran, Israeli settlers shot and killed six Palestinians in the West Bank. Five more Palestinians were killed by Israeli soldiers, including an entire family – mother, father, and their two children, aged five and seven. To the best of our knowledge, none of…
· YONATAN KANONICH
‘The recession we didn’t ask for’: Dire predictions for Australia if fuel price spikes
Almost one million Australians could be out of work and inflation could pass 6.5 per cent if the crude oil price spikes to $US150 per barrel in one of two nightmare scenarios modelled by Deloitte Access Economics.
· Shane Wright
Progress hailed as Hong Kong, Shanghai link digital authentication systems
Push for digital integration has already yielded practical results, Hong Kong official says
· Oscar Liu
Progress hailed as Hong Kong, Shanghai link digital authentication systems
Push for digital integration has already yielded practical results, Hong Kong official says
· Oscar Liu
Hezbollah claims attack on Israeli military vehicle in West Bank
Hezbollah has said it launched a drone attack that hit a military vehicle containing an Israeli command crew in Taybeh, a town in the occupied West Bank.
· Middleeasteye
Post-war recalibration: Why Israel must rethink Syria approach - analysis
With the ceasefire in the Iran war, Israel has time to take stock of what is changing in the region. One narrative about the US and Israeli war on Iran is that it will redraw the region.
· SETH J. FRANTZMAN
From Andrew Tate to Mountbatten-Windsor, my first name has been dragged through the mud. Can a global community of ‘Drews’ help change that?
The ‘Council of Andrews’ started as a bit of fun – but has led to friendships, financial help and even fiances…
· Andrew Lloyd
The United States is destroying itself | Rebecca Solnit
The daily news can’t adequately convey the administration’s sabotaging of our government, economy, alliances and environment
· Rebeccasolnit
Shareholders expected to claw back losses in Brambles class action win
Shareholders in ASX-listed company Brambles could receive millions of dollars in compensation nearly a decade after filing a class action, after the Federal Court found the logistics giant failed to keep investors informed about its true financial position.
· Millie Muroi
Africa to complement, not replace, Middle East oil for Seoul amid Hormuz risks: report
Since 2017, I have covered South Korea’s political and economic landscape as a reporter, with a focus on foreign affairs, inter-Korean relations and security.As a foreign affairs reporter, I closely follow developments from the Ministry of Unification, the Foreign Ministry and the Defense Ministry, tracking shifts i…
· Jung Min-kyung
Lessons learned in '70s have made US, world economies less vulnerable to oil shocks
Cargo ships sail in the Arabian Gulf towards Strait of Hormuz in United Arab Emirates, Thursday, March 19, 2026. (AP Photo)
· Paul Wiseman