The global oil market is under intense pressure as tensions rise around the Strait of Hormuz.

Russia has blocked the sale of more than one million bottles of Armenian Jermuk mineral water following a regulatory inspection that found violations in recent production batches.

Snap Inc has announced plans to lay off around 1,000 employees, or roughly 16% of its full-time workforce, as it moves to cut costs and respond to pressure from an activist investor.

Multiple requests have been made for Indian goods to be transported to Afghanistan by land, but Pakistan has consistently rejected these demands.

High blood pressure is a major health concern affecting millions of people worldwide. It is closely linked to heart disease, stroke, and kidney problems.

The cryptocurrency market is sending conflicting signals on XRP, with technical indicators pointing to short term weakness even as longer term forecasts remain cautiously optimistic.

US equities are entering the first-quarter earnings season under mounting pressure, as weaker valuations collide with still-resilient corporate fundamentals in an increasingly uncertain macroeconomic environment.

China’s position as the largest buyer of Iranian oil is coming under renewed pressure following a temporary US sanctions waiver that could reshape global supply dynamics.

The Lao National Labor Committee convened its third meeting to discuss on improving the minimum wage and addressing labor shortages, key issues facing the country amid ongoing economic challenges.

The conflict surrounding Iran has entered a dangerous phase, increasingly resembling a full-scale regional war rather than a limited operation. Tehran maintains that it is acting in self-defense, demonstrating resilience despite sustained strikes on infrastructure and leadership. Iranian authorities emphasize systemic stability and rapid recovery capacity. While the risks of further escalation, including potential ground operations, remain, Iran signals readiness and insists the conflict will continue until perceived threats are fully eliminated.