Energy prices may take ‘months’ to normalise, despite ceasefire: Analysts
There needs to be a predictable and stable flow of cargo through the strait before markets can stabilise, experts say.

There needs to be a predictable and stable flow of cargo through the strait before markets can stabilise, experts say.

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In Ethiopia, once largest recipient of USAID funds in sub-Saharan Africa, many left with ‘little humanitarian support’.
Swiss food giants Nestle has also recalled infant formula batches in recent weeks over toxin fears.

Thousands of Palestinians were killed or injured at or near food distribution sites in Gaza this year.
Fox nuts remain unaffected by US tariffs due to strong domestic demand, coupled with emerging new markets.
India has not opened its market to GM soya or corn, one of the sticking points in US trade talks.
RSF takeover of Darfur’s el-Fasher makes ‘catastrophic situation’ even worse. Now Kordofan at risk of same atrocities.
A UNESCO panel backed Italy’s bid, recognising Italian cuisine as a social ritual that binds families, communities.
Hundreds of baristas launched an an open ended strike across the United States, some joined by politicians.
The threat comes as the federal government seeks to enforce a demand that states turn over data about SNAP recipients.
Thai pork producers are bracing for intense competition as the US seeks duty-free access to a $3bn market.