A major power outage struck Havana, Cuba, on March 19, 2026, leaving the capital in darkness. This article provides a unique visual account of the event, detailing its impact on residents and infrastructure.
Mortgage rates in the UK have increased due to swap rate fluctuations and geopolitical tensions, despite the Bank of England keeping its base rate steady at 3.75%.
The Financial Conduct Authority has abolished the £100 contactless card limit, allowing banks to set their own restrictions. While fraud risks are low, consumers can set personal limits for security.
Oil and gas prices have surged dramatically following attacks on key energy facilities in the Middle East, with UK wholesale gas hitting its highest level since August 2022 and Brent crude rising sharply.
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Soaring oil prices from the US-Israel war on Iran risk repeating the 2022 wealth transfer, where the richest 1% captured 50% of fossil fuel profits. Experts propose excess profit taxes and price caps to redistribute gains and fund clean energy.
UK wage growth fell sharply to 3.8% in the three months to January, the lowest rate in over five years, with younger workers disproportionately affected by a hiring slowdown.
BP agrees to sell its Gelsenkirchen oil refinery to Klesch Group, saving $1bn in operating costs and increasing its cost-cutting target to $6.5bn-$7.5bn by 2027.
The US craft beer industry is experiencing a significant downturn, with numerous breweries shutting down in 2026 due to economic pressures and market saturation.
The Bank of England has kept interest rates at 3.75%, warning that the Iran conflict could drive UK inflation above 3% this year, impacting household finances.
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The Bank of England maintains interest rates at 3.75%, warning that the US-Israel conflict with Iran could push inflation higher, impacting UK households and businesses.
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Major European airlines, including British Airways' owner IAG, warn that rising fuel costs from the Middle East conflict will increase fares, urging early bookings and calling for EU green tax cuts.
Recent assaults on the South Pars gas field represent a significant escalation in Middle East tensions, threatening global energy markets and regional stability.
The World Trade Organization warns that soaring oil prices, fueled by AI-driven demand and conflict in Iran, threaten global economic stability and inflation control.
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The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has received more than 500 reports of potential petrol price gouging since the start of the Iran war, prompting a major investigation into fuel pricing practices across the nation.
Analysis reveals Iran's economic policies mirror US and Boer War strategies, focusing on resource control and geopolitical influence to counter Western dominance.
City traders are betting on at least two interest rate increases by the Bank of England in 2024, driven by inflationary pressures from the Middle East crisis and rising wage demands.
Comedian Chelsea Handler reveals she unknowingly bought a Brentwood mansion from RFK Jr. and Cheryl Hines, facing four years of repairs before finally moving in this week.
The European Central Bank kept interest rates unchanged, warning that the Iran war will boost inflation via energy prices but long-term economic impacts remain highly uncertain.
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Money saving expert Martin Lewis reveals how common driving habits and car modifications can slash fuel costs by up to 30% as petrol and diesel prices surge across UK forecourts.
Walmart is temporarily closing main sales floors at select Neighborhood Market stores for four-week renovations as part of a rapid remodel strategy, affecting locations in multiple states.
HSBC is reportedly planning to eliminate up to 20,000 positions, targeting middle and back offices, as CEO Georges Elhedery bets on AI to reduce expenses. The cuts could affect 10% of its workforce within three to five years.
Shoppers can achieve a similar sophisticated look for less with B&M's £25 black arch mirror, which resembles John Lewis's £200 version in design but differs in size and availability.
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Global markets plunged as oil and gas prices surged overnight following an Israeli attack on Iran's South Pars gas field and Iranian retaliation on Qatar's LNG terminal, with President Trump issuing threats.
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is crowned the best airport in North America in the 2026 Skytrax World Airport Awards, ranking 10th globally. No US airports made the top 20 list, with Singapore Changi taking the overall top spot.
The Bank of England has revised inflation forecasts upward, warning of higher energy and food costs. Mortgage rates are climbing, threatening household budgets.
A pub owner who invested £1,000 in BrewDog's Equity for Punks scheme criticises the company after shareholders received nothing from its £33m sale to Tilray Brands.
Motoring offences in England and Wales reached a record 2.9 million in 2024, with speeding accounting for 86% of cases. Experts call for urgent action to address widespread disregard for road rules.
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The family of Arthur Soames, a 19-year-old who took his own life after losing £13,000 in a month to gambling, criticises Bet365 for inadequate intervention and calls for stricter regulations.
