We've just heard from military analyst Sean Bell discussing Israel's campaign in Lebanon against Hezbollah, which he describes as a "divergence" from the operation in Iran. "Israel has sort of outsourced the striking of Iran's nuclear capability to America, and what's increasingly evident is there are now two objectives, one of which – Israel's – now seems … Continue reading Analysis: US could exit war quickly – but Israel isn’t stopping any time soon
If you're thinking of changing up your Ikea furniture but don't want to pay the full amount for new items, keep reading. The Swedish retailer's "buyback" scheme allows customers to return an item in exchange for a gift card with up to 45% of the original price, based on its condition. The scheme is available … Continue reading Trading in old Ikea furniture could earn you a gift card
Autotrader says it is vital the compensation scheme doesn't inadvertently affect the market. "We support this pragmatic and proportionate approach from the FCA that strikes the right balance between ensuring robust protection and transparency for consumers, while underpinning the stability of an automotive sector," Rachael Jones, Autotrader director, says. "Modern car buyers expect transparency and … Continue reading Autotrader supports ‘pragmatic and proportionate approach’ from FCA
The occurrence of pesticide residues in food commodities has important implications for both human health and environmental integrity. Pesticides are designed to disrupt biological processes in target pests. However, many of these chemicals also affect non‑target organisms, including humans, wildlife, and beneficial ecosystems, especially when residues persist through the food chain or accumulate in the … Continue reading Health and Environmental Impacts of Pesticide Use in Agriculture
Indonesia on Tuesday (Mar 31) announced fuel rations and mandated work from home for civil servants, as it seeks to conserve energy stocks amid global price hikes due to the Middle East war. "To ensure fuel distribution, the government will regulate purchases ... with a reasonable limit of 50 litres per vehicle" per day for private … Continue reading Indonesia rationing petrol as prices soar over Middle East conflict
Just this month alone, Mr Farid Khan, CEO of Singapore Cab Booking, has seen 20 freelance minibus drivers stop accepting jobs with the company, unable to cope with rising diesel prices. They could no longer afford the rental costs that had risen in tandem with diesel prices, and returned their minibuses. Some quit or switched … Continue reading Singapore businesses caught between rising costs and reluctant customers as diesel surges past S$4 a litre
Thailand's newly elected Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul looks on during a press conference at the Bhumjaithai party headquarters after a royal endorsement ceremony, in Bangkok, Thailand, on Mar 20, 2026. (File photo: Reuters/Chalinee Thirasupa) Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said on Saturday (Mar 28) that he expected the country to have a new government next … Continue reading Thai PM to usher in new govt next week
Microsoft announced on Tuesday (Mar 31) it plans to invest more than US$1 billion in cloud and AI data centre infrastructure and operations in Thailand over the next two years. As demand for artificial intelligence heats up, tech giants are racing to invest billions of dollars in Southeast Asia, attracted by a growing plugged-in user … Continue reading Microsoft plans cloud, AI investment worth over $1b in Thailand
Kharg Island is The Strategic Linchpin of Iran's Oil Economy In the azure waters of the northern Persian Gulf, a small, scrubby island has become the focal point of a burgeoning international conflict. Kharg Island, a rocky outcrop just 24 kilometers off Iran's coast, may be modest in size—roughly 20 square kilometers, or about a … Continue reading What You Should Know About Iran’s Kharg Island Oil Terminal
A further rise in mortgage rates by NatWest has been described as "disappointing but not unexpected" by one expert who warned rates of 6% could become "a real possibility". The bank hiked its rates again by 0.28% for all mortgage types this morning, as the conflict in the Middle East continues to cause volatility in … Continue reading NatWest increases its mortgage rates again – experts warn rates could hit 6%
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