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The Iran conflict is inflicting a severe economic blow as a US-led blockade chokes off vital oil exports. With tankers stuck and storage filling fast, Tehran may soon be forced to cut production.

Global oil prices have surged to a four-year high. The rally reflects growing anxiety over energy security, as the gulf remains critical to global crude flows. Analysts point to grave consequences if oil production stops in Iran, with other regions already struggling to restart operations.

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth strongly defended the Trump administration’s handling of the Iran war during a tense congressional hearing focused on the Pentagon’s budget and military strategy. Lawmakers questioned the growing financial burden of the conflict after Pentagon officials revealed the war has already cost around $25 billion, most of it spent on munitions and operations. Democrats on the panel criticised the administration’s long-term strategy and rising economic impact, while Hegseth argued the campaign was necessary to stop Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.

Brazil’s Congress has reduced former President Jair Bolsonaro’s prison term, overriding Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s veto. The move is being seen as a major political setback for Lula ahead of elections.

Donald Trump has claimed the Iran blockade is “working,” saying Tehran’s economy is under severe strain. He insists the pressure will continue until Iran agrees to a nuclear deal.

Days after announcing her second pregnancy, Deepika Padukone was spotted on sets of King. The actress and Shah Rukh Khan were seen filming a song sequence in Cape Town for the upcoming film. King has been directed by Siddharth Anand.

Donald Trump said the Iran conflict is a “military operation,” not a war, as the War Powers Resolution deadline nears. The US cites an April 7 ceasefire and claims hostilities have ended, avoiding the need for Congressional approval.

May 2026 Hindi theatrical lineup has something for everyone. The fifth month of the year will feature a wide variety of content, including a gripping thriller like Aakhri Sawal and the highly anticipated Raja Shivaji.

Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory is crashing: The space telescope could fall because its orbit no longer supports it. NASA has a plan to save it and extend its life. It involves a spacecraft that will fly towards it and carry it into a safer orbit.

Mali’s crisis seems to be entering a dangerous new phase as an Al-Qaeda-linked group calls for a united front to topple the Junta government. JNIM has also tightened the blockade around Bamako, threatening to choke vital supply lines into the capital. Scroll down for reas more.

A cluster of small earthquakes near Area 51 in Nevada has triggered speculation online, with some linking the tremors to secret military or nuclear tests, though the site is historically known for aircraft testing and not confirmed for such activities.

Britney Spears has been formally charged with DUI involving alcohol and drugs. The singer was arrested on March 4 for driving under the influence of alcohol in southern California and was released a day later.

Roblox has announced new age-based accounts and expanded parental controls aimed at improving safety for users under 16. The changes are expected to roll out globally in June 2026.

₹993 LPG hike? ATF prices rising too? Reports are triggering serious concern, but what’s actually changing, what isn’t, and what could hit businesses and travellers first may not be what it seems. Scroll down before you panic.

A rare environmental comeback story from the heart of West Asia. After years of devastating drought, water is finally flowing back into Iraq’s historic marshlands. The revival of Hawr al Huwayzah—part of the ancient wetlands between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers—is bringing new life to a region once on the brink of collapse. Wildlife is returning, vegetation is regrowing, and local communities are slowly reclaiming their traditional way of life. Can this fragile ecosystem sustain its recovery—and what does it mean for climate resilience in the region?

JPMorgan sexual harassment victim: A female JPMorgan executive has been accused of forcing a former employee into “non-consensual and humiliating sex acts”. The victim has been identified as Chirayu Rana, who claimed she threatened to destroy his career.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has pledged stronger policing and enhanced protection for communities following a shocking anti-Semitic attack that led to multiple arrests. The government is also preparing new measures aimed at tackling organised proxy violence and extremist threats. Tensions remained high as Starmer’s motorcade was reportedly heckled during a visit to the incident site, highlighting growing public anxiety over security and hate-driven violence.

Ukraine has reportedly struck a major oil facility in Russia’s Perm region twice within 24 hours, marking one of Kyiv’s deepest attacks inside Russian territory. The site is located around 1,500 km from the Ukraine border and is considered part of Russia’s critical energy infrastructure. Ukrainian officials described the operation as a strike on a legitimate military-linked target, highlighting Kyiv’s expanding long-range strike capabilities amid the ongoing war.

China and the U.S. should prepare for "important ​high-level exchanges", Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said in a ‌call with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday, while warning the Taiwan issue is "the biggest point of risk" for relations. "The Taiwan issue ​concerns China's core interests," Wang told Rubio, adding that ​the U.S. should "keep its promises and make the right ⁠choices in order to open up new space for China-U.S. cooperation ​and make due efforts for world peace", an official summary of the ​call released by Wang's ministry showed.