US-Iran tensions drive oil prices to 52-month high
Brent oil futures hit 52-month high amid renewed hostilities between US and Iran.
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Canadian PM Urges US to ‘Start Being Serious’ in Trade Tensions
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney criticizes US officials for insulting Canada amid escalating trade tensions.
Failed mutiny in Niger highlights Russia’s influence
Failed mutiny in Niger highlights Russia's Africa Corps mercenaries' importance to the country's security.
Two Saudi oil tankers attacked in Strait of Hormuz
Two supertankers carrying Saudi oil were struck by unknown projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions and affecting global oil prices.
Iran offers US reciprocal deal if commitments honoured
Iran's President Pezeshkian offers a reciprocal deal to the US if it honours its commitments under an interim deal signed in June.
US Administration Aims to End Work Permits for H-4 Spouses
The Trump administration plans to end work permit eligibility for certain H-4 dependent spouses of H-1B visa holders.
Historian discusses SCO’s role in global economic shift
Historian Rana Mitter discusses the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation's impact on the global economic landscape.
Netanyahu’s wife claims opposition leader knew of Hamas attacks
Israeli PM's wife Sara Netanyahu claims opposition leader Yair Golan had advance knowledge of Hamas attacks.
Villa Aurora Reopens After Narrowly Avoiding Wildfires
The cultural hub for German exiles, Villa Aurora, has reopened after narrowly escaping destruction in Los Angeles wildfires.
US secures 100-year oil concessions in Venezuela deal
The White House details a 100-year oil concession deal with Venezuela, granting majority control over 65 billion barrels of oil reserves.
State of Palestine Joins Digital Cooperation Organization
State of Palestine signs DCO Charter, aiming to advance digital economy and social progress.
HBL PMI shows manufacturing activity at highest level since war began
HBL Pakistan Manufacturing PMI reached 51.8 in August 2026, its highest since the start of the conflict, driven by strong domestic and…
RBI intervention and dollar flows boost Indian rupee
The Indian rupee reached a two-month high, driven by RBI intervention and dollar flows.
Chicago wheat futures fall as Turkey prepares Black Sea grain passage plan
Chicago wheat futures fell 0.29% as Turkey prepares a plan for the safe passage of grain via the Black Sea, while soybeans…
Protest erupts in New York against RSS chief’s visit
A large demonstration erupted outside Madison Square Garden as Hindu, Muslim, Sikh, and Dalit groups protested against the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh’s vi
US Army Secretary Resigns Amid Tensions with Pentagon Chief
US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has resigned amid reports of tensions with Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, marking a significant departure in Trump's…
BYD’s Overseas Sales Surpass Domestic Market for First Time
BYD sold more vehicles abroad than in China for the first time in 2026, marking a significant shift in the company's business…
BBC Apprentices Frustrated as Jobs Promise Withdrawn
The BBC has withdrawn job guarantees to apprentices amid cost-cutting measures, sparking internal anger and frustration.
Crude oil prices surge above $90 amid US-Iran tensions
US attacks on Iranian launchers near Hormuz spark oil price surge.
Iran confident of foreign currency despite US sanctions
Iran's central bank governor says the country has sufficient foreign currency reserves despite US sanctions.