Updated March 20, 2026, 2:24 p.m. ET A partial government shutdown is causing TSA worker shortages, leading to long airport security lines. Travelers are advised to arrive at the airport much earlier than usual, especially during the busy spring break period. Airlines are not required to compensate passengers who miss flights due to long security…
Tensions in the Middle East have escalated as the U.S. military engages in strategic operations aimed at countering perceived threats in the region. Recent strikes on Iranian coastal missile sites exemplify the complexities of geopolitical maneuvers in a critical maritime corridor, highlighting the United States’ commitment to securing vital shipping lanes while emphasizing the broader…
In recent weeks, a significant resignation has caused ripples in the political landscape, highlighting fundamental disagreements over military interventions. Joe Kent, former director of the U.S. National Counterterrorism Center, stepped down, citing ethical concerns regarding the ongoing conflict in Iran. His decision has sparked discussions about the moral implications of military actions and the responsibility…
Boy kibble, proteinmaxxing, protein washing. The wellness Wild West’s obsession with one macro is getting out of hand. Mar 20, 2026, 2:00 PM UTC Victoria Song is a senior reporter and author of the Optimizer newsletter. She has more than 13 years of experience reporting on wearables, health tech, and more. Before coming to The…
Thirty-two countries are members of the IEA, including the US, the UK, Australia, Canada, Japan and 24 other European nations. Its role is to act as a global watchdog, providing analysis and recommendations on global energy problems, such as energy security and the transition to clean energy.
The Trump administration on Thursday approved Nexstar’s $6.2 billion takeover of rival TV station owner Tegna in a merger that will reshape the local media landscape across the country. The Federal Communications Commission and the Justice Department approved the merger a day after eight state attorneys general filed an antitrust lawsuit to stop it. The…
The war in Iran reached a new extreme this week, as both Israel and Iran launched strikes on oil and gas production and export facilities. The attacks up the stakes in a war that was already choking energy and commodity markets, and will threaten the long-term health of the global economy. On Friday, the International…
A realtor gives neighbors a tour during an open house at a home in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, on Jan. 11, 2026. Zak Bennett | Bloomberg | Getty Images Spring is traditionally the busiest season for home sales, and while this year’s market dynamics have shifted strongly in favor of buyers, broader forces in the…
The recent conflict in the Middle East has sent shockwaves through global energy markets, exacerbating volatility in gas prices as countries scramble to secure their supplies for the upcoming winter. With the European Union now urging its member states to proactively meet gas storage targets, the ramifications of the Iranian attacks on critical Gulf energy…
Hong Kong — Oil prices dipped Friday but remained well above $100, with energy infrastructure in the Middle East damaged and the vital Strait of Hormuz still largely shut. Goldman Sachs even suggested that higher prices could last all the way through 2027. Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, ticked down 0.1% to $108.5 a…
By Harshita Mary Varghese March 20 (Reuters) – Super Micro shares sank 28% on Friday after U.S. prosecutors charged three people linked with the company, including its co-founder, with helping smuggle billions of dollars worth of AI technology to China. U.S. prosecutors did not name Super Micro – a major AI server builder using Nvidia‘s…
In this article UK10Y-GB UK2Y-GB GB20Y-GB UK30Y-GB Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Lights on in skyscrapers and commercial buildings on the skyline of the City of London, UK, on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025. U.K. business chiefs urged Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves to ease energy costs and avoid raising the tax burden on corporate Britain…
In an evolving narrative about immigration and its impact on American society, recent comments by President Donald Trump have reignited debates over enforcement tactics and community relations. As the ongoing partial government shutdown continues to affect crucial agencies like the Department of Homeland Security, Trump’s focus on deploying federal immigration agents to airports has raised…
Proposed acquisition supports the Novartis oncology strategy in hormone receptor positive, human epidermal growth factor receptor two-negative (HR+/HER2-) breast cancer The lead asset, SNV4818, currently in a Phase 1/2 clinical study, is designed to selectively target PI3Kα mutations in breast cancer while sparing wild-type PI3Kα, thus reducing unwanted side effects and improving tolerability Addresses a…
The Federal Communications Commission has signed off on broadcast station owner Nexstar’s $6.2 billion deal to acquire rival company Tegna, a merger that would create the largest operator of local television stations in the country. In a news release Thursday, FCC Chairman Brendan Carr said the agency waived a rule that bars a single company…
By Greg Bensinger SAN FRANCISCO, March 20 (Reuters) – In 2014, Amazon introduced its first smartphone, hoping to take on Apple and Samsung. Instead, the Fire Phone – overseen directly by founder Jeff Bezos – was scrapped in barely over a year, one of Amazon’s highest-profile flops. Now, Amazon is dialing up a new phone….
The ongoing tensions between Iran, the United States, and Israel have escalated recently with a strike on the Natanz nuclear facility, one of Iran’s critical uranium enrichment sites. Despite these hostilities, reports from Iran’s atomic energy organization indicate that there has been no leakage of radioactive materials, highlighting the resilience of Iran’s nuclear infrastructure amidst…
WASHINGTON — Blue Origin is the latest company to propose an orbital data center system, filing plans for a constellation of up to 51,600 satellites. In a March 19 filing with the Federal Communications Commission, Blue Origin sought authorization to launch and operate Project Sunrise, a constellation of satellites that would provide in-space computing services….
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In a high-stakes legal decision, a federal jury in California has ruled that Elon Musk misled Twitter shareholders, leading to a significant depreciation in the company’s stock value during the tumultuous period leading up to his acquisition. This verdict, while portraying a legal setback for the billionaire entrepreneur, underscores the complexities of accountability in the…
The ongoing conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran has escalated dramatically, entering its fourth week amidst widespread repercussions across the Middle East. As the fighting continues, millions in Iran observe significant cultural celebrations, such as Eid al-Fitr and Nowruz, even as the specter of war looms over them. This complex scenario not only…
In a potential turning point for Colombian politics, President Gustavo Petro is facing scrutiny from dual criminal investigations in the United States, as reported by ZezapTV. These probes, primarily centered on alleged ties between Petro and drug traffickers, emerge just months before Colombia’s forthcoming presidential elections, stirring both concern and speculation about their impact on…
The war in Iran once again presented Donald Trump with an intractable dilemma. He needed to calm energy markets that were surging once more after Iran struck energy infrastructure across the Persian Gulf, retaliating for an Israeli attack Wednesday on its biggest natural gas field.
The local TV giant Nexstar closed its $6.2 billion takeover of rival Tegna on Thursday, creating a TV station behemoth after the Department of Justice and FCC signed off on the mega-deal. “This transaction is essential to sustaining strong local journalism in the communities we serve,” Nexstar founder and CEO Perry Sook said in a…
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. aims to quintuple cloud and AI revenue to $100 billion annually in five years, setting a high bar for its artificial intelligence endeavors to offset the plateauing of a once pre-eminent e-commerce empire. Chief Executive Officer Eddie Wu proclaimed that goal after his company reported a 67% plunge in quarterly earnings…
Turmoil in the Middle East sparked fresh losses in stocks and bonds, with fears about an escalation of the war in Iran boosting oil prices as anxiety builds around the potential economic fallout of the conflict. The drop in equities deepened, with the S&P 500 falling 1.5% as CBS reported the Pentagon is preparing to…
Federal agents on Thursday arrested Yih-Shyan “Wally” Liaw, a prominent Silicon Valley executive deep in the AI ecosystem who cofounded Supermicro in 1993 and is a close confidante of CEO and chairman Charles Liang. The stock tumbled roughly 12% in after-hours trading following the news. According to a stunning release from the Department of Justice,…
As Cuba faces the ongoing challenges of a tightening U.S. fuel blockade, international solidarity is stepping forward to alleviate its hardships. A significant aid flotilla has departed from Mexico, embodying the spirit of support and camaraderie among nations, and highlighting the global pursuit for justice and equity. This grassroots initiative reflects a dedication to resilience…
A pump jack is seen in a field on March 18, 2026 in Pecos, Texas. Oil prices have risen roughly 4 percent as the recent conflict involving Iran, the United States, and Israel has heightened global concerns over energy costs. (Photo by Brandon Bell/Getty Images) THE IRAN WAR HAS BROUGHT the dreaded r-word—recession—back into play…
The company is working on merging ChatGPT, Codex, and the Atlas browser into one app. The company is working on merging ChatGPT, Codex, and the Atlas browser into one app. Mar 20, 2026, 12:09 AM UTC Jay Peters is a senior reporter covering technology, gaming, and more. He joined The Verge in 2019 after nearly…
Oil Prices Slide as Netanyahu Signals Iran War Could End Soon | OilPrice.com Josh Owens Josh Owens is the Content Director at Oilprice.com and a veteran energy journalist with over a decade of experience covering global energy markets and geopolitics.… More Info Related News By Josh Owens – Mar 19, 2026, 9:12 PM CDT Oil…
(AP) – Federal regulators on Thursday approved a new higher-dose version of the blockbuster obesity drug Wegovy that may help users lose more weight and keep it off. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved a 7.2-milligram dose of Danish drugmaker Novo Nordisk’s semaglutide. Previously, the highest approved dose of the drug, taken as a…
Traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange, March 3, 2026. Brendan McDermid | Reuters Stocks tumbled in volatile trading Friday as the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran showed no sign of abating and oil prices continued their ascent. The Dow Jones Industrial average shed 443.96 points, or 0.96%, ending at 45,577.47. The…