US strikes Iran Wednesday, then Tehran retaliation hits Jordan, Kuwait, and Bahrain
The port blockade resumes as waves of airstrikes spread across the region, tightening risk and liquidity for decision-makers.

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The port blockade resumes as waves of airstrikes spread across the region, tightening risk and liquidity for decision-makers.
The Strait of Hormuz becomes the focal point, yet it’s still not obvious how far U.S. forces will go.
A 156-page report asks the Commission to restrict kids' access, raising compliance, product, and legal stakes across platforms.
A World Cup semi-final result flips the mood instantly. Here is how Spain’s 2-0 win landed and why it matters.
His prior interviews of Ghislaine Maxwell, Jeffrey Epstein’s associate, are set to be questioned as confirmation nears.
The reversal adds another twist to a conflict now past four months, with real implications for policy and markets.
Durbin says Blanche made the remark in a courtesy meeting before Blanche's nomination hearing, raising trust questions for DOJ oversight.
France entered the semi-final as hot favourites, then Spain outplayed them to extinguish the golden-trophy bid.
Afghan-Canadian captain Farkhunda Muhtaj explains how FIFA recognized an official national team and what’s still broken.
A reported notification raises the stakes for US companies, markets, and risk managers planning for escalation.
New Chinese rules aim to rein in AI companion products, reshaping what companies can build and how quickly they can launch.
After the World Cup semi-final defeat, Didier Deschamps goes after match referee Ivan Barton from El Salvador.