Oil prices climb as Houthis step up attacks on Saudi Arabia, stoking supply fears

Oil prices rise to to $106.58 a barrel (AI-generated image) Oil prices rose on Wednesday as traders weighed the risk of supply disruptions from escalating attacks by Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthi rebels on Saudi Arabia against expectations of increased Russian diesel exports easing market tightness.Brent crude futures rose 89 cents, or 0.8%, to $106.58 a barrel … Read more

Bank of America fined $1.2bn over failing to stop money laundering

Bank of America has been fined $1.2bn (£910m) for failing to detect potential money laundering and other illegal activity, the US Treasury Department said on Tuesday. The banking giant failed to report over $5bn in suspicious activity to the government, $1bn of which posed national security and illicit finance risks, the Treasury said. Those failures … Read more

Justin Baldoni Appears on Dancing With the Stars After Blake Lively Drama

Dec. 31, 2024: Baldoni, Wayfarer & Others Sue The New York Times Baldoni, Wayfarer, Heath, Sarowitz, Nathan, TAG, Abel, RWA Communications, Wallace and Street Relations filed a $250 million lawsuit against The New York Times Dec. 31. In the suit obtained by E!, The New York Times was accused of libel, false light invasion of privacy, … Read more

‘Abhishek Sharma was also taking a little time’: Cheteshwar Pujara explains why Sanju Samson struggled in IND vs WI 3rd T20I | Cricket News

Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma (PTI Photo) Former India batter Cheteshwar Pujara has explained why Sanju Samson struggled in the third T20I against West Indies in Indore. Samson, who scored an impressive 82 in the previous match, managed just three runs off six balls before being dismissed.Despite his early exit, India scored 223/20, powered by … Read more

WTC 2025-27 points table: South Africa crash out of top two after Durban defeat; where does India stand? | Cricket News

South Africa dropped in WTC rankings (Image: AP) South Africa have slipped to third place in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 standings following their 214-run defeat to Australia in the first Test at Durban. The result has strengthened Australia’s position at the top of the table, while New Zealand have moved into second … Read more

Sensex jumps 1100 after finance minister’s remarks spark LTCG cut hopes | India News

NEW DELHI/MUMBAI: Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman Tuesday said the govt was open and keen to “hear” discussions around the long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax as it was “healthy” to have the debate.The minister, however, declined to be specific on the matter as preparations for the Union Budget in Feb are already underway.The FM’s comments raised … Read more

Rollout of BS-VII in 3 phases from April 2029 to April 2035

NEW DELHI: Govt is all set to roll out BS-VII emission standards, aligned with Euro 7 norms, in phases, starting April 2029. The new norms will set stricter limits on harmful pollutants, including nitrogen oxides, hydrocarbons and particulate matter amid heightened pollution risks across Indian cities.BS-VII will start with new cars and SUVs manufactured from … Read more

Aneet Padda and rumoured beau Ahaan Panday pose together at actress’ fairytale birthday bash; Alia Bhatt, Deanne Panday attend celebrations – PICS |

‘Saiyaara’ co-stars Aneet Padda and Ahaan Panday were back to ruling the top trends, after their latest photo went viral online.The photo, along with other reels and pics from the celebrations have since gone viral. The decor was a rather intimate affair, with pastel hues and balloon arches. Besides the decor, it has been reported … Read more

Lisandro Martinez attacks Man Utd board after Atletico Madrid defeat

Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez has launched a blistering attack on the club’s hierarchy for not strengthening the squad following qualification for the Champions League. Tuesday’s 2-0 defeat by Atletico Madrid means United have now gone five games without a win. Their last victory was against Azerbaijan champions Sabah FK on 10 September. Their only … Read more

Girls Returns With Revival Starring Lena Dunham, Original Cast: Details

Lena Dunham Says Adam Driver Threw a Chair, Screamed at Her While Filming ‘Girls’ Let’s celebrate the girls who took a risk and put herself out there creatively After all, Lena Dunham, Allison Williams, Jemima Kirke and Zosia Mamet will be reprising their roles in five-episode revival of the HBO show.  “We always said we would only … Read more

IMF raises India growth forecast to 7%

NEW DELHI: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has upgraded India’s growth forecast for the current year to 7%, from 6.4%, making it the fastest-growing major economy.The agency joins others – including the World Bank, ADB, S&P and Moody’s – in upgrading its projections after official data estimated first-quarter growth at 7.8%. Most global agencies have … Read more