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Iran war will change global energy market in these ways, oil execs say
Vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, Musandam, Oman, May 8, 2026. Stringer | ReutersThe world's energy system will change in big ways as a result of the Iran war, the CEOs of key oil and gas companies told investors on their earnings calls…
Hantavirus outbreak: Little chance says Kalshi
A general view of the cruise ship MV Hondius stationary off the port of Praia, the capital of Cape Verde, on May 3, 2026. AFP | Getty ImagesFor now, prediction market traders aren't too worried about the hantavirus.Kalshi data shows only…
How to build the data center boom into your own home in the future
Data centers are gobbling up land, driving up electric bills, and becoming a lightning rod for public discontent over big tech's power in society.Maine's legislature recently passed a data center ban in the state (but failed to override…
UK PM Starmer says no plans to quit despite local elections defeat
LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 9: Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy speaks to media reacts to the local Council Election results at AFC Wimbledon on May 9, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Alishia Abodunde/Getty…
U.S. sanctions entities in the Middle East and China for helping Iran
A huge art work banner newly posted on the corner of Vali Asr Square depicts Iranian missiles with messages addressing Minab schoolgirls and victims of Epstein Island on March 17, 2026 in Tehran, Iran. =Kaveh Kazemi | Getty ImagesThe…
Revival of Blackberry nostalgia and keyboard fuels smartphone startups
The Clicks Communicater smartphone on display. Startup Clicks Technology makes a Blackberry phone.ClicksWhen Apple launched the iPhone in 2007, physical keyboards quickly lost ground to touchscreens and faded from mainstream…
Trump’s whisky U-turn may boost market for Scotch cask investments
Jeff J Mitchell | Getty ImagesPresident Donald Trump's decision to remove the 10% tariff on Scotch whisky exports to the U.S. has brought relief to the embattled sector — and could also provide a much-needed boost to a niche corner of…
From jewelers to health tech, CEOs want tariff refunds as earnings hit
A Pandora Bracelet at the PANDORA Concept Store.Franziska Krug | German Select | Getty ImagesCompanies around the world are lining up for reimbursement, as the impact of U.S. tariffs is laid bare during the first-quarter earnings season.…
MCD earnings: McDonald’s expands in China
Even as numerous international consumer brands shrink their footprints in China, McDonald's is bucking the trend thanks to consumers like Yue Ma.Over the May Day holidays, Yue showed up at the U.S. fast food giant's newly opened…
Leadership challenge swirls around Starmer
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer leaves Downing Street on February 02, 2026 in London, United Kingdom.Alishia Abodunde | Getty Images News | Getty ImagesHello, this is Leonie Kidd writing to you from London. Welcome to another edition of…