OPEC Plus to Boost Oil Production as Iran Strikes Threaten Price Spike
The cartel pledged to increase output by 206,000 barrels a day from next month, and said that members would “closely monitor and assess market conditions.”
Month: March 2026
Putin denounces Khamenei killing as ‘cynical murder’
Russia calls strikes ‘pre-planned and unprovoked act of armed aggression against sovereign state’ during UNSC meeting MOSCOW: Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Sunday that the killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and members of his family was a “cynical” murder that violated all the norms of human morality and international law. “Please … Read more
T20 World Cup flop Pakistan players fined
Pakistan’s T20 World Cup campaign came to an end after failing to register an over 65-run victory Sri Lanka in their last Super Eights game. Photo: AFP KARACHI: Poor performance in the T20 World Cup has proven costly for Pakistani cricketers, as the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has fined each player 5 million rupees. In … Read more
Lukaku saves Napoli’s blushes
Napoli’s Romelu Lukaku celebrates scoring their second goal with Scott McTominay. Photo Reuters MILAN: Romelu Lukaku kept Napoli on course for a Champions League spot with a last-gasp winner in Saturday’s 2-1 victory over rock-bottom Verona, the Belgium forward’s first goal of the season. Lukaku forced home Giovane’s cross to give third-placed Napoli all three … Read more
Iran’s Attacks on Persian Gulf Countries Crack Their Safe Haven Image
Iran responded to an American and Israeli assault by attacking Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Qatar and Bahrain, threatening those states’ reputations for security and openness.
Israel launches new military strikes as Iran retaliates after Khamenei’s killing.
Israel launches new military strikes as Iran retaliates after Khamenei’s killing.
How the Psychedelic Drug Ibogaine Changed Me Forever
Veterans and others who have suffered trauma and injuries are flocking to clinics around the world to take ibogaine. My own reason was deeply personal.
Bezzecchi wins MotoGP opener
Marco Bezzecchi won the season-opening Thailand MotoGP in Buriram on Sunday. Photo: AFP BANGKOK: Marco Bezzecchi won the MotoGP season-opening grand prix in Thailand from pole position on Sunday as defending world champion Marc Marquez retired late with a buckled wheel. Aprilia’s Bezzecchi led from start to finish to top the podium in Buriram, with … Read more
Pakistan cricket’s lack of T20 evolution
England’s Phil Salt (2L) walks back after getting out as Pakistan’s players celebrate during the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup Super Eights match between England and Pakistan at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Kandy on February 24, 2026. Phot: AFP KANDY: Pakistan’s shortcomings were laid bare during their lacklustre T20 World Cup … Read more
China urges immediate ceasefire after US, Israel strike Iran
China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has expressed concern over US-Israeli strikes against Iran and called for an immediate ceasefire, urging all sides to avoid escalation and to resume dialogue and negotiation. In a statement on Saturday, the ministry said Iran’s sovereignty, security and territorial integrity should be respected. On Sunday, China’s embassy in Israel issued … Read more
