U.S. carrier JetBlue has raised its checked bag fees by as much as $9 as the war in the Middle East disrupts global oil supplies and increases fuel prices. The new fees took effect Monday. For most domestic economy passengers, the first checked bag now costs $39, up from $35. During peak travel tim»»»

MOSCOW: Twenty-nine people, including six crew members and 23 passengers, were killed after a Russian military transport aircraft of the An-26 type crashed over the Crimean Peninsula due to a technical malfunction, according to preliminary reports. The Russian Ministry of Defence confirmed that the»»»

A US judge on Tuesday ordered a halt to construction of President Donald Trump's massive White House ballroom, which has already seen the historic East Wing completely torn down. Trump is "steward" of the White House but "he is not, however, the owner!" wrote Judge Richard Leon, saying that congres»»»

Dubai: A growing number of investors are shifting toward tokenised gold, drawn by the ability to trade, transfer and manage exposure in real time during periods of heightened market stress. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The move has gathered pace through 2026, partic»»»

The Philippines stands at an energy crossroads. For nearly four decades, the Bataan Nuclear Power Plant (BNPP) — a 620-megawatt facility built at a staggering $2.3 billion — has sat idle, costing taxpayers roughly $1 million annually in upkeep while producing zero electricity. Yet today, with South»»»

Turkey’s central bank on March 31 launched three FX swap auctions worth $10bn with local lenders, according to media reports. A $5bn one-week auction was announced as value-today (same day or T+0 settlement), while a $2.5b»»»

Turkey’s central bank on March 31 launched three FX swap auctions worth $10bn with local lenders, according to media reports. A $5bn one-week auction was announced as value-today (same day or T+0 settlement), while a $2.5b»»»

The ongoing war in Iran, ignited by a combination of US and Israeli strikes on a globally recognised state-sponsor of terror across the Middle East, has unleashed a destructive chain reaction with far more losers than winners. Yet, in Asia, certain nations and in particular commercial interests are»»»

The ongoing war in Iran, ignited by a combination of US and Israeli strikes on a globally recognised state-sponsor of terror across the Middle East, has unleashed a destructive chain reaction with far more losers than winners. Yet, in Asia, certain nations and in particular commercial interests are»»»

The ongoing war in Iran, ignited by a combination of US and Israeli strikes on a globally recognised state-sponsor of terror across the Middle East, has unleashed a destructive chain reaction with far more losers than winners. Yet, in Asia, certain nations and in particular commercial interests are»»»

The ongoing war in Iran, ignited by a combination of US and Israeli strikes on a globally recognised state-sponsor of terror across the Middle East, has unleashed a destructive chain reaction with far more losers than winners. Yet, in Asia, certain nations and in particular commercial interests are»»»

The ongoing war in Iran, ignited by a combination of US and Israeli strikes on a globally recognised state-sponsor of terror across the Middle East, has unleashed a destructive chain reaction with far more losers than winners. Yet, in Asia, certain nations and in particular commercial interests are»»»

The ongoing war in Iran, ignited by a combination of US and Israeli strikes on a globally recognised state-sponsor of terror across the Middle East, has unleashed a destructive chain reaction with far more losers than winners. Yet, in Asia, certain nations and in particular commercial interests are»»»

The ongoing war in Iran, ignited by a combination of US and Israeli strikes on a globally recognised state-sponsor of terror across the Middle East, has unleashed a destructive chain reaction with far more losers than winners. Yet, in Asia, certain nations and in particular commercial interests are»»»

The ongoing war in Iran, ignited by a combination of US and Israeli strikes on a globally recognised state-sponsor of terror across the Middle East, has unleashed a destructive chain reaction with far more losers than winners. Yet, in Asia, certain nations and in particular commercial interests are»»»

The ongoing war in Iran, ignited by a combination of US and Israeli strikes on a globally recognised state-sponsor of terror across the Middle East, has unleashed a destructive chain reaction with far more losers than winners. Yet, in Asia, certain nations and in particular commercial interests are»»»

The ongoing war in Iran, ignited by a combination of US and Israeli strikes on a globally recognised state-sponsor of terror across the Middle East, has unleashed a destructive chain reaction with far more losers than winners. Yet, in Asia, certain nations and in particular commercial interests are»»»

The ongoing war in Iran, ignited by a combination of US and Israeli strikes on a globally recognised state-sponsor of terror across the Middle East, has unleashed a destructive chain reaction with far more losers than winners. Yet, in Asia, certain nations and in particular commercial interests are»»»

The ongoing war in Iran, ignited by a combination of US and Israeli strikes on a globally recognised state-sponsor of terror across the Middle East, has unleashed a destructive chain reaction with far more losers than winners. Yet, in Asia, certain nations and in particular commercial interests are»»»

The ongoing war in Iran, ignited by a combination of US and Israeli strikes on a globally recognised state-sponsor of terror across the Middle East, has unleashed a destructive chain reaction with far more losers than winners. Yet, in Asia, certain nations and in particular commercial interests are»»»

The ongoing war in Iran, ignited by a combination of US and Israeli strikes on a globally recognised state-sponsor of terror across the Middle East, has unleashed a destructive chain reaction with far more losers than winners. Yet, in Asia, certain nations and in particular commercial interests are»»»

The ongoing war in Iran, ignited by a combination of US and Israeli strikes on a globally recognised state-sponsor of terror across the Middle East, has unleashed a destructive chain reaction with far more losers than winners. Yet, in Asia, certain nations and in particular commercial interests are»»»

The ongoing war in Iran, ignited by a combination of US and Israeli strikes on a globally recognised state-sponsor of terror across the Middle East, has unleashed a destructive chain reaction with far more losers than winners. Yet, in Asia, certain nations and in particular commercial interests are»»»

The ongoing war in Iran, ignited by a combination of US and Israeli strikes on a globally recognised state-sponsor of terror across the Middle East, has unleashed a destructive chain reaction with far more losers than winners. Yet, in Asia, certain nations and in particular commercial interests are»»»

The ongoing war in Iran, ignited by a combination of US and Israeli strikes on a globally recognised state-sponsor of terror across the Middle East, has unleashed a destructive chain reaction with far more losers than winners. Yet, in Asia, certain nations and in particular commercial interests are»»»

The ongoing war in Iran, ignited by a combination of US and Israeli strikes on a globally recognised state-sponsor of terror across the Middle East, has unleashed a destructive chain reaction with far more losers than winners. Yet, in Asia, certain nations and in particular commercial interests are»»»

The United States is applying relentless pressure on Uruguay to sever its trade ties with China, Uruguay's Economy Minister Gabriel Oddone told business leaders at a private meeting last week, a disclosure that exposes competing demands Washington and Beijing are placing on the small South Ame»»»

The ongoing war in Iran, ignited by a combination of US and Israeli strikes on a globally recognised state-sponsor of terror across the Middle East, has unleashed a destructive chain reaction with far more losers than winners. Yet, in Asia, certain nations and in particular commercial interests are»»»

The ongoing war in Iran, ignited by a combination of US and Israeli strikes on a globally recognised state-sponsor of terror across the Middle East, has unleashed a destructive chain reaction with far more losers than winners. Yet, in Asia, certain nations and in particular commercial interests are»»»

The ongoing war in Iran, ignited by a combination of US and Israeli strikes on a globally recognised state-sponsor of terror across the Middle East, has unleashed a destructive chain reaction with far more losers than winners. Yet, in Asia, certain nations and in particular commercial interests are»»»

The ongoing war in Iran, ignited by a combination of US and Israeli strikes on a globally recognised state-sponsor of terror across the Middle East, has unleashed a destructive chain reaction with far more losers than winners. Yet, in Asia, certain nations and in particular commercial interests are»»»

The ongoing war in Iran, ignited by a combination of US and Israeli strikes on a globally recognised state-sponsor of terror across the Middle East, has unleashed a destructive chain reaction with far more losers than winners. Yet, in Asia, certain nations and in particular commercial interests are»»»

The United States is applying relentless pressure on Uruguay to sever its trade ties with China, Uruguay's Economy Minister Gabriel Oddone told business leaders at a private meeting last week, a disclosure that exposes competing demands Washington and Beijing are placing on the small South Ame»»»

Sandro Castro, grandson of late revolutionary leader Fidel Castro, has publicly slammed Cuba's president and questioned the island's socialist economic model, in a rare display of dissent from within the ruling family as the Trump administration ratchets up pressure on Havana and a de facto US oil »»»

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) issued a statement on March 31 warning that it would target US technology and AI companies it accused of facilitating "terrorist operations" against Iranian citizens, naming 18 firms as potential targets. »»»

Spain has condemned a law passed by the Israeli parliament that introduces the death penalty in Israel and the occupied Palestinian territories, calling it "draconian" and discriminatory, the Spanish foreign ministry said in a statement on March 31. »»»

Spain has condemned a law passed by the Israeli parliament that introduces the death penalty in Israel and the occupied Palestinian territories, calling it "draconian" and discriminatory, the Spanish foreign ministry said in a statement on March 31. »»»

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) issued a statement on March 31 warning that it would target US technology and AI companies it accused of facilitating "terrorist operations" against Iranian citizens, naming 18 firms as potential targets. »»»

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) issued a statement on March 31 warning that it would target US technology and AI companies it accused of facilitating "terrorist operations" against Iranian citizens, naming 18 firms as potential targets. »»»

The ongoing war in Iran, ignited by a combination of US and Israeli strikes on a globally recognised state-sponsor of terror across the Middle East, has unleashed a destructive chain reaction with far more losers than winners. Yet, in Asia, certain nations and in particular commercial interests are»»»

Uzbekistan’s foreign trade turnover reached $11.6bn in January-February, up $767.4mn, or 7.1%, year on year, according to the national statistical committee. Exports declined 23.4% y/y to $3.55bn, largely due to »»»

US-based Polar LNG is seeking approval to purchase discounted equipment from sanctioned Russia’s Arctic LNG 2 project, owned by gas major Novatek (NVTK), to support an LNG plant in Alaska, according to Reuters citing company CEO Joel Riddle. »»»

Russia’s war in Ukraine is eroding Moscow’s influence across multiple regions, creating what analysts describe as a narrow opportunity for Europe to expand its strategic role, according to a new commentary published by Carnegie Europe. »»»

The Israeli army said Wednesday it had "struck a senior commander" and another "terrorist" from Hezbollah in Beirut. "A short while ago, in two separate strikes in the Beirut area, the IDF struck a senior Hezbollah commander and an additional senior terrorist," the Israeli Defence Forces said, addi»»»

NASA kicked off its two-day countdown Monday for its first crewed Moon mission in over 50 years, aiming for a historic launch from Florida’s Kennedy Space Center on Wednesday evening. The Artemis 2 flight, featuring four astronauts — including the first woman, a person of colour and a non-Amer»»»

The UK's King Charles III will visit the US and Bermuda in April, Buckingham Palace announced on Tuesday, as critics called for the trip to be cancelled due to concerns over the US's ongoing war with Iran.  King Charles III will visit the United States in late April, Buckingham Palace announce»»»

Eleven children born prematurely, who were later evacuated to Egypt during the war, have returned to Gaza. The children were moved in the first weeks of the conflict&nbs»»»

The EU said on Tuesday that Israel's plans to legalise the death penalty for Palestinians found guilty of killing Israelis are "very concerning" and "a clear step backwards".  ⁠Israel's decision ​to pass a law making death ​by hanging a default sentence for Palestinians convicted in military c»»»

US President Donald Trump is reportedly considering a military mission to seize Iranian uranium that has been enriched to 60 percent. But while some might view such a plan as offering a quick win, others warn that it could be "one of the most risky and difficult operations the US military has under»»»

The Lebanese have seen it all, from civil war to the 2019 protests demanding an end to revolving door politics, from the 2020 port of Beirut explosion that exposed the tragic consequences of nepotism to Israel’s 2024 operation to neutralize longtime foe Hezbollah. Now Israel’s ground forces are bac»»»