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Israel killed Gholamreza Soleimani, head of Iran's Basij militia, amid rising tensions as Tehran blocks 90% of Strait of Hormuz traffic, threatening 20% of global oil exports. China pledges humanitarian aid, while U.S. and allied embassies face drone strikes across the Middle East.

Thousands of unionized workers at JBS's Greeley, Colorado beef plant began an indefinite strike Monday, marking the first U.S. beef slaughterhouse walkout in 40 years. The action follows allegations of unfair labor practices and inadequate wage increases amid soaring inflation.

Amazon’s Big Spring Sale runs March 25–31 with early deals launching now. Prime members get exclusive discounts, and shoppers can save up to 50% on home, tech, and outdoor gear. Here’s your complete guide to the best early sales and how to prepare for the biggest savings event of spring.

The BMW M3 Touring 24H, born from a 2025 April Fools’ Day joke, will race at the 2026 Nürburgring 24 Hours after fans demanded its real-life development. Munich-based engineers turned social media hype into a competitive SPX-class race car.

Peloton Interactive Inc. is rolling out its first commercial-grade bikes and treadmills for gyms, marking a strategic pivot toward the $54 billion global fitness equipment market. CEO Peter Stern told CNBC that gym operators have increasingly demanded Peloton equipment to meet member expectations.

Suras Nayak, a 27-year-old Amazon techie, moved from Bengaluru to Dublin and saw his salary nearly double to ₹1.3 crore. He shares how his quality of life has improved despite the high cost of living.

With U.S. gas prices hitting a 2025 national average of $3.87 per gallon and fluctuating weekly, drivers are feeling the pinch at the pump. Experts reveal proven fuel-saving strategies—from adjusting driving habits to vehicle maintenance—that can boost gas mileage by up to 14%.

Iran war sparks inflation concerns, making it harder for the Fed to cut interest rates. Economists predict steady rates, with some forecasting no cuts in 2026. Mortgage rates rise as borrowing costs increase.

US airlines and travelers face a rare set of challenges, including staffing shortages and rising fuel costs, making flights more costly and less convenient. The Department of Homeland Security's partial shutdown and the Iran war are driving up jet fuel prices, causing airlines to increase ticket pri

UniCredit launches voluntary takeover offer for Commerzbank. The deal aims to increase UniCredit's stake above 30%, a key regulatory threshold for a potential full takeover bid.

A decade after Warren Buffett and Bill Gates launched the Giving Pledge promising to donate half their wealth, signatories like Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg are reconsidering. With billionaire wealth surging to $18.3 trillion globally while global hunger rises, the voluntary pledge faces dwindling

Amazon, Meta, Block, and Atlassian have blamed AI for thousands of layoffs, but research shows only 2.5% of US jobs are truly at risk. While AI automates tasks like coding and customer service, most corporate cuts fund future AI investments rather than replace workers today.

U.S. stocks advanced Monday as oil retreated from triple-digit levels following President Trump's strikes on Iran and mixed signals on a coalition to protect shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

Nearly 1 in 6 English patients paid for private healthcare in the past year to avoid NHS waits, up from 9% in 2022. Healthwatch England warns of a growing two-tier system as wealth disparities in access widen.

Oil prices rose to $105 a barrel as the US-Iran conflict enters its third week, with gas prices surging 74 cents a gallon since the start of the war. The Trump administration suggests the conflict could last several more weeks, prompting concerns over global energy supply.

Morgan Stanley warns corporations face a $3 trillion AI infrastructure shortfall as breakthrough models arrive by 2026. Industry leaders, including OpenAI’s Sam Altman, say the world is unprepared for the coming acceleration in artificial intelligence capabilities.

NVIDIA is poised to abandon its 'one GPU does everything' approach at GTC 2026, introducing hybrid architectures and Feynman AI chips. The event will showcase Groq LPUs, rack-scale innovations, and next-gen computing solutions.

OpenAI cofounder Andrej Karpathy’s weekend analysis using AI to score U.S. job exposure to automation drew viral attention—then rapid backlash. His chart, removed after 24 hours, revealed high-risk roles for six-figure earners while low-wage sectors remained relatively insulated.

Over 90% of Americans claim Social Security at 62, but experts say waiting until 70 could mean $182,370 more in lifetime benefits. We explore the key factors to consider.

Residents near Elon Musk’s xAI data centers in Southaven, Mississippi, are suing over noise pollution from methane gas turbines. The facilities could emit 6M+ tons of greenhouse gases annually.

NewsGuard, a media-rating company, is suing the FTC after the Trump administration launched an investigation it claims is politically motivated. The case highlights growing tensions between regulators and journalism organizations.

A bipartisan effort to limit institutional investors in single-family homes could backfire, reducing rental supply and hurting low-income renters. Economists say the real solutions lie elsewhere.

AI is reshaping white-collar jobs, leaving professionals questioning their futures. Experts weigh in on career pivots, meaning, and financial security in the age of automation.

BYD’s Denza Z9 GT, capable of 10-70% charge in five minutes, arrives in Europe with 1.5MW Flash Charging. Learn how this disrupts the EV market.