The global stock market reacted sharply after President Donald Trump announced a potential blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, heightening fears that oil supplies could be cut off. Brent crude climbed 7. 3 percent, reaching just above $102 a barrel, as traders worried about the impact on energy flo
Benin’s presidential vote isn’t just another election—it’s a turning point after a decade under President Patrice Talon, whose time in office left behind a trail of economic gains but also sharp concerns. With nearly eight million voters set to cast ballots, the race pits Romuald Wadagni, the financ
Retirement isn’t just about saving every penny but enjoying the freedom that comes with it. Many retirees struggle not with money, but with guilt over small treats. A coffee and a book at a café might seem trivial, but it’s one of life’s simple joys. Research shows small, regular expenses rarely hur
Spokane is thinking about letting food trucks set up shop in more downtown spots. The city council will discuss a small plan that could drop a $60 permit fee for trucks that stay in town more than two weeks each year. That fee is rarely used, so it would cost the city only about $500 a year to keep.
Apple began as a small company that nearly failed, but it revived itself when Steve Jobs returned. His idea of three devices—music player, internet tablet, and phone—ended up in one product that changed how people communicate. Today, almost everyone has an iPhone or a Mac, and these gadgets are used
Many cat owners know the litter box is a daily chore, but it’s also a goldmine of health clues. A new smart litter box uses artificial intelligence to track how often cats use it, what kind of waste they leave, and even the weight of their output. Instead of guessing if your cat is feeling well, the
Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš threw his support behind Hungary’s Viktor Orbán just before Sunday’s election, calling him the right leader to handle Hungary’s challenges. Polls suggest Orbán, a long-time nationalist who often clashes with the EU and keeps close ties with Russia, might lose power
Submitting a notice for a loved one can feel overwhelming, but breaking the process into clear steps helps. First, decide how you want to send the information: via email, a self‑service online portal, or by phone. If you choose email, attach the required details from an obituary checklist to obits@p
For the first time since 2021, watching YouTube without ads will cost U. S. users more. A basic Premium membership jumps from $13. 99 to $15. 99 a month, while a family plan rises to $26. 99. The cheaper YouTube Lite tier, which skips ads on most videos but still shows them on Shorts and music, now
Florida’s gas and diesel prices have been playing a game of tag with global events lately, and the Sunshine State isn’t winning. For weeks, drivers paid way more than the rest of the country—sometimes 15 cents extra per gallon for gas and 35 cents for diesel—because Iran’s actions near the Strait of
