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Mar 1, 2026
Iran Picks New Leader Amid Escalating Conflict
Iran vows revenge after the killing of its supreme leader, sparking a widening war with Israel and the US, while global air travel and economy feel the impact.
Mar 1, 2026
US-Iran Conflict Sparks Global Repercussions
The US and Israel's military assault on Iran has led to a surge in oil prices, increased security measures, and a boost in bets on the conflict's outcome.
Mar 1, 2026
Iran Under Siege: US and Israel Launch Massive Strikes
Attacks target Tehran, sparking fears of regional instability and global economic fallout
Mar 1, 2026
FBI says a fatal shooting in Austin by gunman driving by a bar in an SUV is potentially an act of terrorism
The world is facing numerous challenges that require immediate attention and effective solutions.
Mar 1, 2026
Gen Z can’t afford the American Dream—so they’ve traded homeownership for paying off debt. ‘Their debt feels heavier because it hits earlier’
As the world grapples with the implications of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's death, the country's ongoing conflict with the US and Israel has sent shockwaves through the global economy.
Mar 1, 2026
America's Economic Lifeline: The Aging Population
The US economy is being propped up by its aging population, but this trend is unsustainable in the long term. Meanwhile, experts weigh in on the importance of long-term thinking in business and governance.
Mar 1, 2026
Global Tensions Escalate Amid Mideast Conflict and Economic Uncertainty
As the Middle East grapples with US-Israeli attacks on Iran, European leaders call for a resumption of talks, while small business owners face funding challenges and rising utility bills.
Mar 1, 2026
US-Iran Conflict Escalates Amid OPEC Uncertainty
The US and Israel launched airstrikes on Iran, prompting retaliation and sparking concerns over global oil supplies, as OpenAI secures a deal with the Pentagon.
Mar 1, 2026
Paramount Wins Warner Bros. Bidding War Amid Global Tensions
Paramount has emerged as the victor in the battle to acquire Warner Bros., while the US launches major combat operations in Iran, sparking widespread unrest and global uncertainty.
Mar 1, 2026
Trump's Cuba Remark Sparks Concern, While Business Leaders Make Headlines
Ellison's Skydance Eyes Warner Bros. Acquisition, Berkshire Hathaway Shifts Leadership
Mar 1, 2026
Can the US and Iran Avoid All-Out War?
Tensions escalate as Iran retaliates against US airstrikes and cyberattacks
Mar 1, 2026
US, Israel Escalate Conflict with Iran Amid Global Concerns
The United States and Israel have intensified their military campaign against Iran, despite international calls for restraint, as the conflict threatens to expand into the wider region.
Mar 1, 2026
Iran Strikes Gulf Neighbors, Disrupting Flights and Testing US Defenses
Missiles and drones target US bases and allies, prompting FBI terrorism alert and flight cancellations
Mar 1, 2026
Khamenei's Death Sparks Regional Chaos
Iran in turmoil after US-Israeli attack, Trump hails 'greatest chance' for Iran
Mar 1, 2026
Will Trump's Iran Strikes Spark a Wider War?
US and Israeli Operation Kills Iranian Supreme Leader, Provoking International Outrage
Feb 22, 2026
Can Global Stability Survive the Tensions of Technology and Politics?
As US-Iran nuclear talks resume, the creator economy faces disruption from AI
Feb 22, 2026
Trump Tries to Troll Greenland, Mexico Scores Big Win Against Cartel
US President's Offer of Hospital Ship Rejected Amidst Ongoing Tensions
Feb 22, 2026
America's Unaffordable Reality
Childcare costs, data privacy, and tariff refunds expose nation's economic and social fault lines
Feb 22, 2026
What's Driving Investment in Quantum Tech and Side Hustles?
New funds and research highlight emerging trends in innovation and entrepreneurship
Feb 22, 2026
Global News Roundup: Conflict, Security, and Innovation
A snapshot of global news, from the ongoing conflict in Ukraine to security concerns in the US and Denmark's medical evacuation of a US submariner.
Feb 22, 2026
Trump's Tariff Tussle, AI, and the Pursuit of Happiness
From trade wars to lifelong learning, a look at the week's top stories
Feb 22, 2026
US Democracy's Survival Hinges on Two Key Changes
Acemoglu argues that Trump's authoritarian tendencies are a symptom of broader structural problems that threaten American democracy, and that two key changes are necessary to prevent its decline.
Feb 22, 2026
Not all degrees are a waste of time: MBA graduates from Harvard, MIT, and Wharton are making over $245,000 just three years after graduating
In today's fast-paced and ever-changing job market, the rules of professional success are being rewritten.