By Caroline Valetkevitch and Samuel Indyk NEW YORK/LONDON, May 18 (Reuters) – Major stock indexes mostly eased as technology shares fell on Monday, while Brent oil prices climbed to a two-week high as investors assessed whether there will likely be progress soon to end the Iran war. Longer-dated U.S. Treasury yields were nearly flat after…
As political turbulence envelops the Labour Party in the UK, Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham is stepping into the spotlight with aspirations to secure a parliamentary seat in Ashton-in-Makerfield. With Prime Minister Keir Starmer facing mounting pressure and calls for his resignation, Burnham is being touted by many as the strong, popular candidate capable of reinvigorating…
In a time when global tensions are palpable, the geopolitical dynamics involving Iran and its Gulf neighbors have taken a notable turn, highlighting the increasing importance of diplomatic dialogue. President Donald Trump’s recent decision to postpone a military strike on Iran, influenced by leaders from allied Gulf states, underscores the delicate balance of power and…
Nine connected Polymarket accounts have raked in more than $2.4 million betting almost exclusively on U.S. military actions in what digital detectives from the data analytics firm Bubblemaps have identified as a potentially egregious case of insider trading. The anonymous accounts made winning bets on the specific dates of pivotal moments in the war with…
NEW YORK — The National Mediation Board has stepped in to the LIRR strike to try to help resume bargaining between the Metropolitan Transportation Authority and the striking unions. The coalition of five Long Island Rail Road unions and the MTA were summoned to a meeting in Manhattan. The federal labor agency governs labor relations…
On ancient roads and in medieval alleyways in London, a very modern battle is brewing. Black cabs, which are as synonymous with that city as Buckingham Palace, will soon be competing with artificial intelligence-powered, autonomous taxis. Tech companies promise these AI inventions, some of which are already operating in several American cities, are safer and…
SEATTLE (KOMO) — A Delta Air Lines flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai was forced to divert to Seattle after a passenger became disruptive, the airline confirmed Sunday evening. Delta Air Lines Flight 39 was off the coast of Northwest Washington when the crew warned the passenger multiple times to comply with flight crew instructions,…
In the heart of La Paz, Bolivia, a growing wave of civil unrest challenges the government led by President Rodrigo Paz. With mining unions and other labor groups rallying against severe fuel shortages and a deteriorating economic landscape, the situation underscores the complexities facing the nation amid an escalating crisis that echoes across various sectors…
(Image credit: Alamy) This week Fidelity Investments agreed to a $2.5 million class action payout to settle a lawsuit over a 2024 data breach, and customers could be entitled to a payout of up to $5,000. The largest payouts will go to customers who can document “out-of-pocket” losses tied to the breach. The lawsuit, filed…
Dozens of Swatch stores shut down globally on Saturday as crowds swarmed the locations in hopes of snagging the newly released line of Royal Pop pocket watches, including one inside Denver’s Cherry Creek Shopping Center. “Today’s Bioceramic Royal Pop Collection launch saw extraordinarily high demand,” Swatch officials said Saturday in a statement posted to several…
Prediction markets analysts told 60 Minutes Sunday that insider trading on U.S. military conflicts is exploding, and that the soldier accused of trading on the U.S. invasion of Venezuela was merely a small fish in a very large pond. Last month, Master Sgt. Gannon Ken Van Dyke was indicted on federal charges for allegedly using…
In this article @LCO.1 @CL.1 Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Oil prices remained elevated on Monday even after President Donald Trump called off plans to attack Iran for now. International benchmark Brent crude futures rose more than 2% to close at $112.10 a barrel. U.S. West Texas Intermediate futures for June advanced about 3% to settle at $108.66 per barrel….
In the rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape, the dynamics of power and authority are increasingly under scrutiny, especially concerning the Middle East. As tensions rise, experts posit that the rhetoric and actions of world leaders, particularly from the United States, reveal deeper vulnerabilities rather than signify strength. This theme was aptly articulated by Foad Izadi from…
As Oregon gears up for its latest primary races, tensions simmer beneath the surface of this historically blue state. Known for consistently electing Democratic leaders since the 1980s, Oregon faces an unpredictable political landscape in the face of a packed candidate field and pressing economic issues, including a potential referendum that could impact fuel prices…
Support CleanTechnica’s work through a Substack subscription or on Stripe. US gas prices have gone up, and up, and up since the country bombed Iran in late February. In March, I reported that the average price of gas in the country had gone up from $2.89/gallon to $3.48/gallon. Now, the average price of gas in…
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FLL to Dallas jumped from $39 to $124 within 48 hours of Spirit’s May 2 wind-down. Two weeks in, the routes Frontier didn’t backfill are still up 20%. The 218% Spike Was Real, And Briefly Worse Than It Sounds Spirit Airlines stopped flying at 3 AM Eastern on May 2, 2026 taking 1.8 million seats…
On May 14, the U.S. Office of Government Ethics released two disclosure filings showing President Donald Trump executed 3,642 stock transactions during the first quarter of 2026, with a cumulative value between $220 million and $750 million. The filing, signed by Trump on May 8, shows 2,345 purchases and 1,296 sales, mostly of individual stocks….
In a tragic incident that underscores the ongoing issues of hate crimes against minority communities, two gunmen opened fire at the Islamic Center of San Diego, resulting in the deaths of three individuals, including a security guard. This act of violence, being treated as a hate crime by law enforcement, highlights the urgent need for…
As the complex geopolitical landscape continues to evolve, there is an increasing emphasis on fostering constructive dialogue and understanding among diverse cultures and nations. In this context, the multifaceted relationships between countries in the Middle East and Africa are of particular interest. This article explores the latest diplomatic engagements between nations in this region, spotlighting…
The space exploration is aiming for an IPO with a $1.75 trillion valuation. By on May 17, 2026 SpaceX is aiming for an IPO launch next month. Credit: Samuel Boivin/NurPhoto via Getty Images Elon Musk’s space exploration company, SpaceX, could be going public sooner than many expected. According to a new report from Reuters, SpaceX is…
The new Federal Reserve chairman, Kevin Warsh, faces a tough task in accomplishing his goals at the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC). When President Donald Trump nominated Warsh back in January, it was widely expected that the new chairman would aim to cut interest rates and reduce the Fed’s balance sheet holdings. But Warsh might…
Traders work during the Hawkeye 360 Inc. initial public offering (IPO) at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York, US, on Thursday, May 7, 2026. Michael Nagle | Bloomberg | Getty Images The Nasdaq Composite and the S&P 500 fell on Monday, bogged down by declines in technology, as traders monitored oil prices…
Oil Shortage Scenario Looms Large | OilPrice.com Irina Slav Irina is a writer for Oilprice.com with over a decade of experience writing on the oil and gas industry. More Info Trending Discussions Premium Content By Irina Slav – May 17, 2026, 6:00 PM CDT Global oil markets are tightening rapidly as the blocked Strait of…
Zuumy/Getty Images Supercar ownership in this day and age cannot be fun. The seemingly never-ending war in Iran has put a chokehold on gas and foreign product pricing, and President Trump’s on-again, off-again tariffs has made getting spare parts an absolute bear. Ownership is set to become even more costly as experts say the world is…
In a climate of escalating tensions and shifting alliances, recent developments between the United States and Canada highlight the complexities of mutual defense obligations. As the Trump administration reevaluates its partnerships, this moment reveals not only the fragile nature of international alliances but also the vital need for countries to assert their own defense capabilities…
As Alabama gears up for its primary elections, the political landscape serves as a litmus test for broader national sentiments. With congressional redistricting at play, the outcome could impact not only state representation but also control of the U.S. House. This election cycle, viewed against the backdrop of a shifting political climate, underscores Alabama’s role…
In a moment fraught with potential conflict, U.S. President Donald Trump has decided to postpone a planned military strike on Iran, responding to diplomatic appeals from key Middle Eastern partners including Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. This move not only highlights the strategic interests of these nations but also reveals the intricate web of…
Long Island Rail Road workers were back on the picket lines at various spots in New York City and on Long Island on Sunday, voicing their concerns and demands as the strike continues for a second day. It comes as the National Mediation Board said Sunday evening it summoned LIRR union leaders and Metropolitan Transportation…
For decades, Japanese government bonds offered minuscule returns, forcing investors there to look abroad, especially at U.S. financial markets. Japanese investors now collectively own about $1 trillion in Treasuries and are the largest foreign holders of U.S. debt. But that could change soon as the Bank of Japan has been hiking rates while hotter inflation…
SiIicon Valley can’t seem to read the room. SiIicon Valley can’t seem to read the room. May 17, 2026, 5:22 PM UTC Terrence O’Brien is the Verge’s weekend editor. He has over 18 years of experience, including 10 years as managing editor at Engadget. Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt delivered the commencement address at the…
Donald Trump’s Wall Street side hustle is starting to look like a full-time job. During the first three months of 2026, the billionaire president pocketed tens of millions of dollars through 3,700 investment trades involving companies with direct ties to his administration. “This is an insane amount of trades,” Matthew Tuttle, chief executive officer of…