U.S. crude stockpiles have reached their highest levels since June 2024 as the Trump administration prepares a massive 172-million-barrel SPR release to counter soaring prices driven by military strikes on Iranian energy assets.
King Charles hosted Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at Windsor Castle, marking the first state visit by a Nigerian leader in 37 years. The visit focuses on strengthening bilateral trade, defense, and cultural ties between the two nations.
Environmentalists are renewing calls to remove the Kirkpatrick Dam and restore the Ocklawaha River after a $70 million legislative bid stalled in the Senate. The battle pits historical infrastructure concerns against the potential to revitalize Florida's submerged springs.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer confirmed two deaths in a Kent meningitis B outbreak. Health officials are launching a targeted vaccination program as they work to contain the spread of the infection.
Former British MP Crispin Blunt has been charged with four drug possession offenses, including one Class A count. He is scheduled to appear in court on March 25.
Israel has launched its most intense strikes on central Beirut in decades, while Iran retaliated with missile strikes near Tel Aviv that killed an elderly couple. The escalating conflict has pushed U.S. diesel prices to record highs as the region braces for sustained warfare.
A meeting between King Charles and Canadian PM Mark Carney went viral after an ornamental bird created the illusion of a parrot on the PM's shoulder. Behind the humor, the leaders held serious talks on trade, defense, and international stability.
China has attacked Australia and New Zealand for “colonial-style arrogance” after the two nations released a joint statement condemning Iran and China’s regional activities. The sharp response reflects a deepening diplomatic rift.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will arrive in Canberra Monday to finalize an elusive free trade deal with Australia. The high-stakes meeting aims to resolve lingering disputes over agricultural quotas and luxury car taxes.
Sir Anthony Mason, the influential former Chief Justice of the Australian High Court, has died at 100. He oversaw landmark rulings on native title and free speech.
Wisconsin lawmakers have passed a tribal-exclusive online sports betting bill, moving it to Governor Tony Evers' desk. The 'hub-and-spoke' model marks a major shift in state gaming policy.
New evidence suggests that President Trump’s trade tariffs are negatively impacting domestic manufacturers, causing job losses and price hikes. While the White House maintains that construction and investment will rise, industry leaders and economic data paint a more difficult picture for American businesses.
