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Global oil markets surge amid fresh US-Iran military tensions in Hormuz
Oil prices surged on Friday after a fresh military confrontation between the United States and Iran in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's...
May 4, 2026 · admin
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Shell’s profits surge amid Middle East tensions and oil market volatility
Shell's revenues have jumped to $6.92bn (£5.1bn) in the Q1 of 2024, representing a notable rise from $5.58bn in the corresponding period last year, as...
May 3, 2026 · admin
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Next to absorb Middle East crisis costs with selective price rises abroad
Fashion and homeware retailer Next is to introduce selective price increases of up to 8% in international markets beyond Europe, citing mounting costs stemming from...
May 2, 2026 · admin
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US military strikes Iranian vessels as Gulf tensions escalate sharply
Tensions in the Gulf region have intensified significantly as the United States military struck seven Iranian fast boats in the Strait on Monday, according to...
May 1, 2026 · admin
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America launches rescue mission for thousands stranded in Persian Gulf
The United States has commenced "Project Freedom", a substantial armed forces initiative to release numerous commercial ships trapped in the Persian Gulf following Iran's closure...
Apr 30, 2026 · admin
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Airlines gain power to cancel flights weeks ahead amid fuel crisis fears
Airlines will be awarded exceptional discretion to cancel flights several weeks ahead without losing prized departure and arrival slots at Britain's busiest airports, under new...
Apr 29, 2026 · admin
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Trump escalates trade war with EU through sharp car tariff increase
Donald Trump has revealed intentions to introduce a 25% tariff on cars and trucks coming from the EU, marking a significant escalation in trading disputes...
Apr 28, 2026 · admin
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Court debt cases surge as households battle energy bills crisis
Court debt cases have climbed to their highest level in years, with households struggling to keep up with skyrocketing energy costs and the cost-of-living squeeze....
Apr 27, 2026 · admin
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Bank of England holds rates steady amid Middle East tensions
The Bank of England is anticipated to hold interest rates steady at 3.75% today, as policymakers navigate heightened uncertainty resulting from escalating tensions in the...
Apr 26, 2026 · admin
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Watchdog Blocks Serum Advert Making Unproven Youth Claims
The ASA has prohibited a billboard advert for a £49 face serum after determining that claims it could make users look up to five years...
Apr 25, 2026 · admin