Iran recently took control of an oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz. The tanker, named Talara, was flying the Marshall Islands flag. It was carrying 30, 000 tons of petrochemical products. The seizure happened on Friday. Iran claims the tanker had an illegal consignment. They did not give more detai
In the West Bank, violence and displacement are on the rise, particularly during the olive harvest season. On October 10, Palestinians in Beita were attacked while picking olives, resulting in 20 injuries. Just nine days later, a 53-year-old woman was beaten unconscious by a masked settler in Turmus
Chris Eubank Jr. and Conor Benn are set to step back into the ring, and this time, the tension is thicker than ever. The rematch, scheduled for November 15 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, is not just another boxing match. It's a clash fueled by deep-seated animosity and a history of personal clash
The brain has a built-in defense system that might help fight stroke damage. This system is called JNK3 signaling. Scientists have been studying it to see if it can protect the brain during a stroke. They looked at 56 studies, mostly on rats, to understand how JNK3 works. JNK3 is like a switch that
In the world of finance, things are always changing. Recently, a well-known activist investor, Jana Partners, has been making waves. They've quietly built up a significant stake in Alkami Technology, a company that specializes in banking tech. This move didn't go unnoticed. It's a clear sign that Ja
Finding the right people for a job is tough. That's why many companies turn to recruiting firms. But how do you know which ones are the best? A recent study tried to answer that question. Over 22, 000 professionals shared their experiences with recruiting firms. They talked about how well these fir
The Bank of England has shared its updated plans for managing stablecoins, a type of digital currency tied to stable assets like the British pound. This isn't the first time they've talked about this, but their latest ideas have sparked some debate. The bank has been gathering thoughts from various
In a bold move, Iran's Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) took control of an oil tanker sailing through the Strait of Hormuz. The ship, named the Talara, was on its way from the United Arab Emirates to Singapore when it was stopped. This event marks the first time in months that Iran has seized a vessel in
Janney Montgomery Scott, a firm owned by KKR & Co. , is making some big changes. They're in talks to sell off parts of their business. Specifically, they're looking to sell their division that advises banks and their institutional equities business. This sale is part of a larger plan to focus more o
Small banks in the U. S. are raising concerns about Sony's plans to enter the crypto world. They think Sony is trying to get around some important banking rules. Sony wants to create a new company called Connectia Trust. This company would deal with digital money, like stablecoins. Stablecoins are a
