• March 21, 2026
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Business

Oil Surges Past $70 as US-Iran Tensions Shake Global Markets

Oil Extends Rally on Rising Middle East Risk Oil prices climbed to multi-month highs as geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran reignited fears of potential supply disruptions. Brent crude settled above $71 per barrel after briefly reaching its strongest level since mid-2025, reflecting renewed risk premiums embedded into energy markets. The rally followed

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Trix Raven February 19, 2026
Politics

Venezuela’s Amnesty Law Signals Political Shift but Leaves Uncertainty

Government Signs Broad Amnesty Measure Venezuela has enacted a sweeping amnesty law that could lead to the release of hundreds of political detainees, marking a significant shift in the country’s official stance toward opposition figures. The measure was signed by acting president Delcy Rodríguez and immediately ignited debate over its scope and sincerity. For years,

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Trix Raven February 19, 2026
Economics

Why Trump’s Economic Agenda Has Not Crashed the US Economy

Tariffs and Trade Shocks Were Larger Than Expected When Donald Trump began his second term, economists widely predicted that aggressive tariff expansion would significantly slow economic growth. Average tariff rates jumped dramatically within months, marking one of the sharpest increases in modern American trade policy. Many analysts believed such moves would either reignite inflation or

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Trix Raven February 18, 2026
Economics

Strong US Growth to Support Global Markets in 2026, Betashares Says

US Economy Expected to Avoid Recession Australian asset manager Betashares has released an optimistic outlook for 2026, arguing that the United States will remain the primary engine of global growth. In its latest strategy paper, the firm projects that the US economy will continue expanding at a moderate pace despite policy volatility, geopolitical tensions, and

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Trix Raven February 18, 2026
Politics

Trump Reverses Course on UK’s Chagos Islands Deal With Mauritius

Trump Publicly Opposes the Chagos Agreement U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly urged the United Kingdom not to proceed with its proposed transfer of sovereignty over the Chagos Islands to Mauritius. In a sharp statement posted on his Truth Social platform, Trump warned British Prime Minister Keir Starmer that entering into a long-term lease arrangement

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Trix Raven February 18, 2026
Economics

Japan Activates $550 Billion U.S. Investment Pledge

First Projects Under Landmark Trade Deal Japan and the United States have officially launched the first round of investments under Tokyo’s massive $550 billion capital commitment agreed in last year’s trade framework. The announcement marks a significant milestone in bilateral economic cooperation. The projects were selected through a joint review process involving U.S. and Japanese

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Trix Raven February 17, 2026
Politics

West Bank Annexation Accelerates as Trump Faces Strategic Test

Legislative Signals of Intent Israel has accelerated what critics describe as a creeping annexation of the West Bank through coordinated legislative and administrative actions. Recent parliamentary resolutions have signaled growing political alignment in favor of formal integration of the occupied territory. The Knesset passed non-binding measures endorsing annexation, reinforcing the direction of government policy. Although

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Trix Raven February 17, 2026
Economics

Philippines and United States Sign Deals to Advance Nuclear Energy Development

Philippines Pursues Nuclear Energy for Long-Term Power Supply The Philippine government is accelerating plans to introduce nuclear energy as part of its long-term energy strategy. Officials say nuclear power could help ensure stable electricity supply while supporting economic growth. Energy leaders believe nuclear technology can complement renewable energy expansion across the country. The government aims

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Trix Raven February 16, 2026
Politics

Scholars Warn U.S. Democracy Faces Strain as Trump Expands Executive Power

Scholars Raise Concerns About Democratic Backsliding Several political scientists say the United States may be experiencing increasing democratic strain as political tensions intensify ahead of upcoming elections. Researchers studying global democracy trends have pointed to recent developments as potential warning signs. Experts from institutions such as Harvard University and the V-Dem Institute argue that democratic

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Trix Raven February 16, 2026
Cryptocurrency

Tom Lee Says Bitcoin and Ethereum Near Bottom as Wall Street Backs Crypto

Tom Lee Predicts Crypto Winter May Soon End Fundstrat co-founder Tom Lee believes the prolonged downturn in cryptocurrency markets could soon be approaching its final phase. According to Lee, deteriorating sentiment and weak price action often signal that markets are nearing a bottom. He argues that extreme pessimism across digital asset markets typically appears just

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Trix Raven February 16, 2026