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Global stock markets tumbled on Monday after strikes ordered by President Donald Trump on Feb. 28 escalated into open conflict across the Middle East, sending oil prices sharply higher and triggering fears of prolonged supply disruption. Asian trading opened with heavy losses: Japan’s Nikkei fell 7 percent and South Korea’s main index dropped 8.2 percent … Read more

Lead: On March 9, 2026, shoppers across the United States began demanding refunds after the Supreme Court found one of President Trump’s widely used tariff measures unlawful. Many individual buyers — including Dr. Andrew Angel of Cambridge, Massachusetts — paid customs duties on low‑value imports that had previously been exempt under the $800 de minimis … Read more

Lead: On Sunday in Buffalo, the Buffalo Sabres rallied from a late deficit to defeat the Tampa Bay Lightning 8-7, claiming first place in the Atlantic Division by points. The wild game featured shifting momentum — Buffalo led 3-0, Tampa Bay answered with a 6-1 run, and the Sabres mounted a four-goal finish to secure … Read more

Lead: This week’s streaming and broadcast slate (March 9–15, 2026) is led by Nicole Kidman’s new crime drama Scarpetta, which debuts on Prime Video alongside a mix of returning franchise seasons and fresh comedies. The 98th Academy Awards also air live during the period, creating a peak television moment amid several high-profile releases. Other notable … Read more

Lead On March 9, 2026 in Miami Gardens, the Miami Dolphins announced they will release quarterback Tua Tagovailoa after the start of the new NFL league year, a move that creates an NFL-record $99.2 million in dead salary-cap charges. The team said the release will be designated post-June 1, allowing Miami to split the hit … Read more

Lead Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told CBS News’ 60 Minutes on March 9, 2026, that President Trump’s demand for Iran’s “unconditional surrender” will be achieved even if Tehran does not formally acknowledge it. Hegseth said the United States has already struck roughly 3,000 targets inside Iran and will intensify operations until Iran can no longer … Read more

On March 7, 2026, two Pennsylvania residents were taken into custody after improvised explosive devices were ignited near Gracie Mansion, the official New York City mayoral residence, during a clash between an anti-Islam demonstration and counter-protesters. Authorities say one device was thrown and another was later dropped; neither detonated on impact, though one was described … Read more

March 9, 2026, 1:29 AM UTC (updated 10:48 AM UTC) — Veteran strategist Ed Yardeni said US equities now face a materially higher risk of a sharp selloff this year as the conflict in Iran amplifies market stress worldwide. In an updated outlook he raised the probability of a sustained market “meltdown” to 35% from … Read more

Lead NASA-released images and instrument data from the International Space Station (ISS) show rare, colorful electrical discharges—known collectively as transient luminous events (TLEs)—occurring high above thunderstorms. Observed from orbit since the Atmosphere–Space Interactions Monitor (ASIM) was installed in 2018, these fleeting phenomena include blue jets, red sprites, ultraviolet rings and ELVES, and are visible up … Read more

Global crude prices surged after a shutdown of tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz and coordinated output cuts from major Gulf producers, including Saudi Arabia, tightened supplies. On Monday trading, Brent rose about 13% to roughly $104 a barrel, a move that followed an intraday peak near $120 and marked the largest single-day dollar … Read more

Lead: Monday, March 09, 2026 brings a clear Moon Alert: avoid shopping or major decisions between 6:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m., after which the Moon leaves Scorpio and enters Sagittarius. The day favors reconciliation, warm social exchanges and creative or romantic openings for many signs. Financial and relationship matters improve for a number of signs, … Read more

Apple is reportedly testing a new smart-display prototype—internally called “HomePad”—that includes a MagSafe-like magnetic snap-to-wall mount and doorbell integration, the leaker and prototype collector known as Kosutami told MacRumors in a March 8, 2026 report. The prototype is said to rely heavily on Apple Intelligence and includes a 7‑inch square display plus a front-facing camera. … Read more

Former U.S. President Donald Trump this month attacked Labour leader Keir Starmer, saying Starmer was “seeking to join” a potential conflict with Iran “after we’ve already won.” The comments came amid renewed public focus on U.S.-Iran tensions and diplomatic activity involving Israel and Western capitals. The exchange has added friction to political debate in London … Read more

With the 98th Academy Awards set for 15 March 2026, our package previews the race with interviews and full reviews of all 10 Best Picture nominees. We spoke with leading contenders — filmmakers and principal cast — and surveyed critical and industry response to assess likely trajectories on the night. This preview synthesises those conversations … Read more

Global markets plunged and oil prices spiked on Monday after renewed airstrikes across Iran and attacks on energy infrastructure raised fears of prolonged disruption to shipments through the Strait of Hormuz. Finance ministers from G7 countries, including UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves, convened an emergency meeting to assess economic fallout as Brent crude briefly approached $119.50 … Read more