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
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
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
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 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 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
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
Lead On March 8, 2026, leaker Sonny Dickson posted images that appear to be 3D CAD renderings of Apple’s rumored foldable iPhone, ahead of an expected announcement later this year. The shared files depict a back camera plateau with two lenses, an exterior display, and a handset that is rounded on two corners and squared … Read more
Lead OnePlus has published official imagery and early details for the OnePlus 15T ahead of a planned March launch in China, confirming a compact follow-up to the 13T that closely echoes the OnePlus 15’s visual language. The company showed the phone in two finishes—brown and green—and revealed a squircle camera module with a dual rear … Read more
Lead Surging oil prices linked to the war with Iran are sending immediate shockwaves through African economies, raising the prospect of higher pump prices, faster inflation and renewed pressure on several currencies. Markets spiked this week after Brent crude briefly topped $100 per barrel, intensifying risks for import-dependent countries across the continent. Analysts in Nairobi … Read more
China’s consumer price picture brightened this month as higher international oil prices and seasonal demand around the Lunar New Year lifted retail costs across multiple categories. Official figures released by Chinese authorities showed a noticeable uptick in headline consumer prices, driven chiefly by energy and festival-related spending in urban and rural markets. Analysts singled out … Read more
Lead: A large fire broke out just before 4 p.m. on Sunday on Union Street in Glasgow, engulfing the ground floor of a four‑storey commercial building and causing a partial collapse of the historic structure. The blaze prompted a prolonged emergency response that lasted more than 10 hours and forced the temporary closure of Glasgow … Read more
Lead: On March 8, 2026, global oil benchmarks jumped past $110 a barrel, marking the highest levels since the pandemic era and reflecting growing concern that recent military actions in the Middle East will disrupt supplies. The rise pushed Brent roughly 50 percent above its level before reported attacks began on Feb. 28, and briefly … Read more
On March 6, 2026, in a West Hollywood parking garage after dinner at Sushi Park, 32-year-old Justin Bieber and his wife Hailey were surrounded by photographers; footage shows Bieber toss a half-full Fiji water bottle toward the cluster of paparazzi as the couple entered a black SUV. The bottle did not hit anyone and the … Read more
On March 6, 2026, two Union City residents — Penni Jo Guthrie, 65, and Keri Ann Johnson, 54 — died of injuries sustained when powerful tornadoes struck Southwest Michigan. The National Weather Service has confirmed an EF‑3 tornado tore through Union City the afternoon of March 6, causing the worst damage and multiple fatalities. Authorities … Read more
