European markets fall over 2% on Middle East turmoil as oil price surges
Vadimrysev | Istock | Getty Images LONDON — European stocks started the new trading week…
European markets fall over 2% on Middle East turmoil as oil price surges
Vadimrysev | Istock | Getty Images LONDON — European stocks started the new trading week sharply lower as traders tracked developments in the Middle East and a surge in oil prices. The pan-European Stoxx 600 was down about 2.1% at 8:35 a.m. in London (3:35 a.m. ET), with major bourses and all sectors except for…
GK: Which City Is Known As The Jute Capital Of The World?
Advertise here Jute is among the most widely used natural fibres, commonly utilised in the production of ropes, bags, carpets, and various industrial materials. Areas with a favourable riverine climate and fertile alluvial soil provide ideal conditions for large-scale jute cultivation and processing. Over time, one major Indian city gained global recognition for its leading…
Harry Styles celebrates new album success with Zoe Kravitz
Harry Styles spotted with Zoe Kravitz in Brooklyn after Rome Harry Styles, Zoe Kravitz has proved with their latest outing that their relationship is still going strong. The 32-year-old singer just released his fourth studio album titled Kiss “All the Time. Disco, Occasionally”. The new album broke records soon after its official release becoming the…
New York City police identify device outside Mamdani’s home as explosive
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani holds a press conference at the New York City Office of Emergency Management in Brooklyn, New York City, US, January 25, 2026. — Reuters New York City Police said on Sunday a device that was ignited and thrown during protests outside Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s home over the weekend was…
Sensex Today | Nifty 50 | Stock Market Live Updates: Sensex Down 1,750 Points, Nifty Near 23,900; PSU Bank Index Crashes 5%
Sensex Today: Indian benchmark equity indices remained under heavy pressure in mid-morning trade as investors turned cautious over the economic outlook following a sharp spike in crude oil prices amid the US–Iran conflict. The Nifty50 dropped over 10 per cent from its record high of 26,373, touched on January 5, marking its entry into the…
‘One Battle After Another’ achieves another major milestone
‘One Battle After Another’ achieves another major milestone The American Society of Cinematographers has handed out its 40th anniversary ASC Awards at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles. British cinematographer Michael Bauman took home the top award of Theatrical Feature Film for One Battle After Another. Bauman won in a category that is similar to…
‘Nobody Wants This’ actor Stephanie Faracy on what to expect from season 3
Stephanie Faracy says fans can expect plenty of drama and new developments when the third season of Nobody Wants This arrives. Speaking at the premiere of her upcoming series Scarpetta in New York City on March 3, the 74-year-old actor hinted that viewers will see several storylines unfold in the new season. “I think a…
Lawyers for Bondi Beach shooting suspect seek gag order to protect family
Two people embrace as police officers stand guard outside Bondi Pavilion following the attack on a Jewish holiday celebration at Sydney’s Bondi Beach, in Sydney, Australia, December 15, 2025. — Reuters Lawyers for a man accused of carrying out a deadly shooting on Sydney’s Bondi Beach sought a court order on Monday to stop media…
Oil crosses $100 mark amid Iran war as violence erupts at petrol pumps in South Asia
Sign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email Oil prices surged past $115 (£86.47) a barrel on Monday as fuel shortages sparked rationing and violence in South Asia, with no end in sight to the war choking the…
FA Cup ‘pain in the bum’ for relegation candidates Port Vale
Port Vale boss Jon Brady admitted a long FA Cup run was a “pain in the bum” amid his side’s League One relegation scrap, but that did nothing to dampen huge celebrations after they stunned Premier League Sunderland 1-0 to reach the quarterfinals for the first time since 1954. Ben Waine’s 28th-minute header was their…
