Three supertankers laden with oil exit waterway amid global energy crunch, shipping
Three supertankers laden with oil exit waterway amid global energy crunch, shipping data shows.
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Japan bets ¥632 billion to propel startup Rapidus into AI chips
The move ramps up financial support for a signature project widely regarded as a long shot.
Bank of Japan wary of inflation pressure amid war in Middle East
The BOJ is expected to face difficulties steering its monetary policy, as raising interest rates to contain inflation could cool …
EU house prices up 65% since 2015, Ireland's doubled
Rents and house prices have seen significant increases in most EU states in the last ten years. According to the …
Scarred countries counting the cost
Sri Lanka, Egypt and Pakistan belong to a group of crisis-scarred countries that analysts fear have been thrust back toward …
Fuel shortages from Iran war threaten Asia’s biggest food staple
Across Southeast Asia, tens of millions are struggling to find affordable crop nutrients as well as the diesel needed for …
Confusion over naphtha supply hits industries and households
Japan relies on the Middle East for about 40% of its naphtha consumption. Additionally, about 40% of domestically produced naphtha …
B.C. loses more jobs in March, unemployment rate highest in a decade
The unemployment rate in British Columbia is now 6.7 per cent, which is the highest in a decade, except for …
Why inflation is up
This story appeared in The Logoff, a daily newsletter that helps you stay informed about the Trump administration without letting …
Suspect Arrested for Allegedly Throwing Molotov Cocktail at Sam Altman’s Home
An attacker allegedly threw a molotov cocktail at the OpenAI CEO’s residence before making threats outside of the startup’s headquarters.
"Uncanny Valley": OpenAI and Musk Fight Again; DOJ Mishandles Voter Data; Artemis II Comes Home
In this episode, the hosts discuss the fight between OpenAI and Elon Musk, the misuse of voter data, and Artemis …
This Startup Wants You to Pay Up to Talk With AI Versions of Human Experts
Onix is launching a “Substack of bots,” where digital twins of health and wellness influencers dispense advice 24/7. And maybe …
Restaurants Association CEO seeing drop off in footfall
The chief executive of the Restaurants Association of Ireland, Adrian Cummins, has said that the blockades in Dublin are having …
National Ambulance Service Unite members vote for action
Members of the Unite trade union in the National Ambulance Service have voted overwhelmingly to take industrial action, up to …
Fuel shortages likely ‘for some time’ and economic growth downgraded due to Iran war, IMF warns
IMF director warns of lasting economic damage around the world – even if the fragile ceasefire holds
FTSE 100 Live 10 April: Record North Sea oil price, US inflation set to surge
Uncertainty over the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz today kept the oil price close to $100 a barrel.
North Sea oil prices hit record high amid Strait of Hormuz row
It eclipses the previous record, set during the 2008 financial crisis
Revenue to engage with firms with cash flow troubles
Revenue said today it will engage with any viable business that experiences cash flow difficulties due to the rise in …
North Sea oil price rises to record high amid tension over ceasefire
It came as President Donald Trump accused Iran of not abiding by the agreement to immediately open the Strait of …
Producer prices in Japan rise 2.6% in March
The impact of the Middle East crisis on producer prices has begun to appear as gasoline prices are on the …