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AdvertisementUS, Israel war on IranWorldEuropeUK says Russia, Iran trying to ‘hijack global economy’ amid Hormuz blockadeForeign Secretary Cooper said Moscow and Tehran ‘benefit together’ from soaring oil prices
2-MIN READ2-MIN6 ListendpaPublished: 6:57pm, 13 Mar 2026UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper has accused Russia and Iran of attempting to “hijack the global economy” as Tehran continued to blockade a major oil shipping route.
Iran’s new supreme leader has vowed to continue attacking shipping in the Strait of Hormuz in retaliation for ongoing US-Israeli strikes on his country.
The blockade has seen oil prices jump to around US$100 per barrel, threatening higher inflation across the globe.
AdvertisementSpeaking to the media during a visit to Saudi Arabia, the UK foreign secretary linked the threat from Iran to that from Russia, an ally of Tehran.
She said: “We have seen these links between Russia and Iran over an extended period of time.
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Image Credit: Wikipedia Nestled in the sun-drenched plains of Alicante province, the quaint Spanish town of Villena guards a secret that bridges earth and sky. Back in 1963, workers digging a gravel pit stumbled upon the Treasure of Villena, a dazzling hoard of over 60 Bronze Age artefacts weighing nearly 10 kilograms, mostly gleaming gold bowls, bracelets, and bottles. What makes this find truly extraordinary is that two pieces, an iron bracelet and a sword hilt pommel, were forged from meteoritic iron, a rare metal fallen from space around a million years ago. Dated to 1400-1200 BC, this collection hints at ancient people's awe for cosmic gifts, long before iron smelting was known on Earth. Today, these treasures shine in Villena's Archaeological Museum, drawing visitors to ponder how Bronze Age craftsmen turned stardust into jewellery. Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Saudi intercepts drone headed to Shaybah oil field; Israeli strikes 10 Hezbollah targe..

AdvertisementHong Kong transportHong KongHong Kong EconomyMore Hong Kong drivers head to mainland China to refuel amid surging oil prices‘Even after a slight price increase on the mainland, fuel there remains roughly one-third the cost in Hong Kong,’ says automobile association’s Ringo Lee
3-MIN READ3-MINKevin LiandVivian AuPublished: 7:44pm, 12 Mar 2026Hong Kong drivers are increasingly crossing the border to mainland China to replenish their tanks, as authorities crack down on a case of an illegal filling operation amid the surge in global oil prices.
Motorists are exploring different ways to mitigate the rising fuel cost after the ongoing conflict in the Middle East pushed up oil prices.
Ringo Lee Yiu-pui, governor and honorary life president of the Hong Kong, China Automobile Association, on Thursday highlighted a sharp rise in local drivers crossing into the mainland to refuel due to the widening price gap.
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AdvertisementBanking & financeBusinessHong Kong’s Wealth for Good Summit to highlight AI, robotics, biotech opportunitiesFourth edition of summit comes as Hong Kong pursues goal of attracting 220 additional family offices by 2028
2-MIN READ2-MIN ListenCao LiPublished: 7:33pm, 12 Mar 2026As innovations arise from the artificial intelligence, robotics and biotechnology sectors, holders of family capital from around the world will convene in Hong Kong to discuss such investment opportunities at the city’s fourth annual Wealth for Good Summit on March 23 and 24.
Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury Christopher Hui Ching-yu said the summit would showcase Hong Kong’s position as a premier hub for family capital seeking long-term growth and multigenerational legacy.
Launched in March 2023 to attract global family offices and high-net-worth individuals, the event this year would bring together top family office leaders and next-generation wealth successors to discuss intergenerati..

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Image Credit: Canva Ever squashed a bug underfoot and wondered why it just keeps buzzing? Now, picture a car tyre rolling right over it; most critters would be crushed, but not this diabolical ironclad beetle. Research published in Nature has found this unusual desert dweller from the US southwest shrugs off forces that would flatten other insects, thanks to an exoskeleton tougher than steel. Scientists only recently cracked the code, running this little beast over and peering inside with high-tech scans. Their findings reveal a jigsaw-like armour that laughs in the face of crushing pressure, inspiring future; everything from bike parts to aircraft. Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: UAE embassy in Iraq attacked, Hezbollah drones target IsraelIran launches fresh strike on UAE: Two drones hit near Dubai airport; Indian among 4 injuredMiddle East war enters day 12 as US, Israel unleash 'heaviest strikes' on Iran as Tehran rules out ceasefireWhy the ironclad be..

Political commentator Candace Owens stirred controversy after suggesting that Charlie Kirk may have been “sacrificed,” linking her theory to research into Freemasonry. During her series, Owens said a Freemason Bible sent to her offered insight into the organization’s beliefs. Her remarks quickly spread online, sparking heated debate between supporters and critics over the claim. Controversy quickly followed after political commentator Candace Owens shared a striking theory about the death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Speaking during her online series, Owens suggested she believes Kirk may have been “sacrificed,” a claim that immediately stirred intense reactions across political and media circles.The remarks came as Owens discussed research she says she has been doing on Freemasonry. Her comments, delivered during an episode of her series, added a dramatic new angle to ongoing discussions about Kirk’s sudden passing. While critics have dismissed the theory as speculation, the..

AdvertisementArtificial intelligenceTechDemand for AI talent in China outpaces job postings in other ‘new-economy’ sectorsAI-related positions accounted for more than a quarter of new-economy job listings in the first two months of the year, report says
2-MIN READ2-MIN ListenHe Huifengin GuangdongPublished: 7:29pm, 11 Mar 2026China’s spring hiring season is revealing a sharp surge in demand for artificial intelligence talent as companies speed up the deployment of related technologies, turning it into one of the country’s hottest professional fields.The number of AI-related job postings in China in the first two months of the year grew about 12-fold year on year, far outpacing growth in other “new-economy” industries such as healthcare, renewable energy and semiconductors, People’s Daily reported on Tuesday, citing insights from a report by professional social networking platform Maimai.
AI-related jobs accounted for 26.23 per cent of all new-economy job postings, up from just 2.29 per..

AdvertisementMalaysiaThis Week in AsiaEconomicsMalaysia tightens borders to fight fuel smuggling amid global energy crisisThe move comes amid concern that rising fuel prices abroad could make it more profitable to smuggle subsidised fuel out of Malaysia
2-MIN READ2-MIN ListenIman Muttaqin YusofPublished: 7:25pm, 11 Mar 2026Malaysia will tighten border enforcement to curb fuel smuggling and keep subsidised petrol prices unchanged as the widening US-Israeli war with Iran disrupts energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz and rattles global oil markets.The move comes amid concern that rising fuel prices abroad could make smuggling subsidised fuel out of Malaysia more profitable.
“The most worrying aspect is that this conflict has an impact on the global economy, Asia and Malaysia,” Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said at a special press conference on Wednesday. “The more serious problem is disruption to oil and gas supplies, which usually pass through the Strait of Hormuz.”AdvertisementHe sa..

PC: Space A NASA satellite is expected to crash back to Earth on Tuesday, March 10, after spending nearly 14 years in orbit. The spacecraft in question is Van Allen Probe A, which weighs around 1,323 pounds (600 kilograms). It was launched alongside its twin, Van Allen Probe B, in August 2012 to study the radiation belts that surround Earth. Both probes were deactivated in 2019, but Probe A’s time in orbit has now reached its end. Experts say most of the satellite will burn up on reentry, though some fragments could survive. The risk to people on the ground is low, roughly 1 in 4,200.The estimated reentry time, according to the US Space Force, is 7:45 pm EDT on March 10, give or take 24 hours. Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: UAE embassy in Iraq attacked, Hezbollah drones target IsraelTrump blames Iran for bombing school that killed 160; stumbles when asked about Tomahawk missileWest Asia tensions disrupt commercial LPG supply in Bengaluru, Mumbai, KolkataObservers ..