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WorldUK GDP rises 0.5% in February, beating forecasts, but economists warn of Iran war fallout
London, United Kingdom. Britain’s economy recorded stronger-than-expected growth in February, official data showed, suggesting it was in slightly better shape before the start of the Iran war than many economists had feared. February growth…
WorldFIFA warns New Jersey Transit World Cup fare hike could deter fans and increase congestion
Trenton, United States. FIFA has warned that New Jersey’s plan to charge $150 for round-trip public transit to…
WorldUkrainian drones hit Russian oil facilities in Samara, Crimea and Baltic Sea port, officials say
Kyiv, Ukraine. Ukrainian drones struck several Russian oil facilities overnight, including refineries in the Samara region, an oil…
WorldPope Leo says reports mischaracterized remarks amid dispute with Trump during Africa tour
Luanda, Angola. Pope Leo sought to downplay his feud with U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday, saying reporting…
WorldU.N. Women says at least 47 women and girls were killed daily during Gaza war
Geneva, Switzerland. U.N. Women said an average of at least 47 women and girls were killed each day…
WorldNASA trainers say Artemis II lunar flyby photos exceeded expectations after extensive camera instruction
Houston, United States. Two NASA photography instructors who trained Artemis II astronauts to photograph the moon and Earth…
WorldGunfire reported near Strait of Hormuz after Iran restores full military control
Tehran, Iran. At least two merchant vessels reported being struck by gunfire as they attempted to cross the…
World2026 Iran war escalates into global crisis as Strait of Hormuz closure disrupts energy supplies
Tehran, Iran. The 2026 Iran war has escalated from what was described as a local regime-change effort into…
WorldTrump seeks Iran settlement as war highlights domestic tolerance for economic pain
Washington, United States. Seven weeks of war with Iran have not toppled Tehran’s rulers or delivered all of…
WorldTrump cites “pretty good news” on Iran as ceasefire deadline approaches
Washington, United States. US President Donald Trump said there had been “some pretty good news” about Iran and…
WorldTrump warns ceasefire with Iran may lapse as Strait of Hormuz reopens temporarily
Washington, United States. US President Donald Trump warned he may allow the ceasefire with Iran to lapse by…