The Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for global oil traffic, is stuck in a standoff. Both sides have accused each other of breaking a cease‑fire that was meant to keep ships safe. The U. S. claims Iran fired on vessels, while Iran says the American blockade is a war crime. A U. S. president p
San Diego’s science labs are mostly empty. About a third of the space sits unused, which is almost as high as it has ever been. The city’s rental rates are dropping and landlords offer more discounts, so some companies are stepping in. The latest data shows a split scene. Venture money is coming ba
A Gujarati film named "Last Film Show" is making waves across Europe, starting with a June release in France. Originally called "Chhello Show, " this drama about a boy’s love for cinema was India’s pick for the Oscars in 2023. It didn’t win but still got noticed, earning spots on shortlists and winn
FIFA’s top leader recently made it clear: Iran’s soccer team will compete in the upcoming World Cup. This comes even as tensions rise between Iran and the United States. The decision follows concerns about safety and political interference. Yet officials insist sports should rise above conflict. But
A recent conversation with a source close to Tehran revealed that Iran might allow vessels to travel freely through the Oman side of the Strait of Hormuz, provided a peace agreement is signed with the United States. The strait is a vital artery for global trade, carrying roughly 20 % of the world
The grocery delivery giant Instacart just snapped up Instaleap, a tech company based in Colombia that helps supermarkets run smoother online shops. Unlike Instacart’s usual app that lets shoppers order groceries straight to their door, Instaleap builds the behind-the-scenes tech for nearly 100 groce
Political debates this week had more drama than usual, with billionaires, oil boasts, and warnings flying around Washington. Senator Elizabeth Warren sparked conversation by suggesting a new Social Security tax for the ultra-rich like Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk. The idea isn’t winning over everyone, b
The Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway where many global oil shipments pass through, remains a key point of discussion between the UK and US governments. After Iran agreed to a temporary ceasefire, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and US President Donald Trump spoke about speeding up efforts to
Germany has drafted new rules that will expand the list of places companies must consider when reporting taxes under the global minimum tax framework. The draft, released by the finance ministry, says that firms will need to check whether a country has a qualified domestic minimum top‑up tax.
Two Los Angeles residents linked to a powerful Iranian figure found themselves in hot water after federal officials discovered a major mismatch between their online posts and their visa claims. Hamideh Soleimani Afshar and her daughter Sarinasadat Hosseiny were taken into custody last week by immigr
