Oil prices surge past $103 a barrel after US announces blockade of Iran
Asian stocks fall as naval blockade threat injects new turmoil into financial markets.
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US jury finds Meta, Alphabet liable in landmark social media addiction case
A California jury awarded the plaintiff $3m in damages in the case
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OpenAI pulls AI video app Sora as concerns grow on deepfake videos
This is first big step by ChatGPT maker to focus its business on potentially more lucrative areas, such as coding tools.
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Iran war: What’s happening on day 24 of US-Israel attacks?
Iran officials deny any talks held with the US, as Donald Trump claims talks had taken place towards ending the war.
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Asian stock markets plunge amid Trump’s ultimatum on Iran
Key indexes in Japan, South Korea and Hong Kong tumble as Iran threatens attacks on energy infrastructure across region.
Asia’s stock markets dive after attacks on energy facilities in Qatar, Iran
Stocks tumble as attacks by Israel, Iran on critical energy infrastructure exacerbate fears for global energy supplies.
US lawmakers Murphy, Casar push legislation to regulate prediction markets
The legislation aims to prevent bets made based on insider knowledge of wars, economic policy and controllable events.
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Why aren’t gold prices rising, despite Iran war uncertainty?
Gold holds steady despite war and rising oil prices, as recent volatility and a strong dollar reduce its appeal.
Twitter trial accusing Musk of driving down stock set for closing arguments
The civil trial centres on a class-action lawsuit filed just before Musk took control of Twitter, which was renamed X.
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Black smoke seen after blasts in Dubai financial district
Black smoke seen after blasts in Dubai financial district
Published On 13 Mar 2026
How will the war on Iran impact the US economy?
Outcomes depend on how quickly oil tankers can return to the Strait of Hormuz, experts said.
