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It's been more than a decade since Iowa has had a Democratic governor or senator. But this year, with the incumbents retiring, both races are competitive. As Peter Tubbs at Iowa PBS reports, record-high diesel prices have hit the state's agriculture industry particularly hard and could influence the midterm elections.

Adam cannot afford to say no. Unlike most drivers of Beirut’s “servees ” – shared taxis, the most common form of public transport in Lebanon 's capital – he picks up almost anyone looking for a ride, even if it is for less than the set rate. “A lot of customers can’t afford the fare , so they offer 200,000 lira ($2.20) or less,” he told The National as he dr

Bharat Petroleum’s revenues spurred 29% whilst net profit declined 22.5% on a year-over-year basis in Q2

The Trump administration said using the DPA funding will increase refining output and lower fuel prices for Americans. Experts are skeptical.

<p>ISLAMABAD: Short-term inflation rose to 11.85 per cent year-on-year in the week ending October 22, driven largely by wheat flour prices, according to <a rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" class="link--external" href="https://www.pbs.gov.pk/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Executive-Summary-SPI-Report_22.10.2026.pdf">official data</a> released by the Paki

Stocks are opening lower Friday on Wall Street as Big Tech companies tied to artificial intelligence swing lower again and oil prices rise.

A severe rainfall deficit has devastated rain-fed crops this kharif season

Brent crude futures touched an intraday high of $114.94 a barrel on Friday after Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia’s civilian and energy infrastructure, with India’s crude basket averaging $120.08 so far this month; Adani Total Gas raised CNG prices by ₹4.45 per kg

Petrol prices in the UAE are expected to rise again in November, as the recovery in Middle East oil supplies does not immediately translate into a return to normality for the energy market, according to analysts. Costs at the pump rose for a third consecutive month in October due to lingering uncertainty around a potential US-Iran truce . At present, Super 9

Latest smartphones are finding their way into Iran despite sanctions and trade restrictions, but many can't afford them.

US escalation with Iran threatens higher-for-longer energy prices

If you're planning to fly this holiday season, be prepared to pay more than you did last year. The price of jet fuel — one of airlines' biggest expenses — is close to an all-time high in the U.S.<br><br>

Food industry leaders in the UAE have pledged to keep prices in check and shelves well stocked, as they look to curb the effects of the Iran war . The conflict, which began on February 28, has caused widespread disruption across the region. The effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz , where commercial ships have been attacked by Iran, has hit supply chain

Oil prices closed out the week solidly higher with the market on edge about the possibility of renewed U.S.-Iran hostilities and further attacks on Saudi energy infrastructure.

A “sharp and sustained surge” in global energy or food prices could lift Singapore’s import costs by more than projected, say MAS and METI.

<p>Ahead of next month’s midterm US elections, Donald Trump has increasingly blamed Ukrainian <a href="https://www.dawn.com/news/2038164">strikes </a>on Russian refineries for surging energy prices back home, which are causing the president political headaches.</p> <p>However, analysts say the main driver of higher fuel prices remains the US–Iran war.</p> <h

HDB resale prices fell even as transaction volume rose 19.5 per cent in the third quarter, according to data released on Friday (Oct 23).

SEOUL, Oct. 23 (Yonhap) -- South Korean shares opened sharply lower Friday, weig...

SEOUL, Oct. 23 (Yonhap) -- South Korean shares opened sharply lower Friday, weig...

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As gold prices continue to increase, shoppers are buying smaller jewellery items and making more cautious spending decisions ahead of Diwali. For many South Asian families, buying gold or silver during the festive season is a long-standing tradition passed down through generations. However, this year, traditions like giving jewellery are coming at a higher c

The NLC and TUC have threatened nationwide action after a meeting with the FG ended in a deadlock, giving the government until Tuesday to resolve wage dema Read More: https://punchng.com/labour-gives-fg-tuesday-to-resolve-wage-fuel-prices/

President Trump claimed that Iran is intentionally driving up oil prices ahead of the U.S. midterm election after the country took responsibility for striking oil tankers near the Strait of Hormuz. CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean has more.

High gas prices continue to weigh on wallets as voters list affordability as a top concern ahead of early November's midterm elections.

Comcast plans job cuts and more AI agents for its shrinking cable customer base.

The answer, delivered during a debate with Democratic challenger Adam Hamilton, aligned Marshall with President Donald Trump's freshly antagonistic posture toward Ukraine, which has spent more than four years defending itself against an invasion.

Global oil prices have hit their highest level since May on fears of a resumption of fighting between the US and Iran in the Middle East.

The price of a typical home in a handful of tree-change towns has risen more than 20 per cent in a year.

Melbourne’s property prices are falling, but some tree-change towns have risen by double digits in the past year.

The rate is up for review next week and is expected to increase, probably by 25 basis points.

The 30-year, fixed-rate mortgage dropped slightly to 7.32 percent as prospective home buyers continue to struggle with affordability. But home prices are starting to drop in some areas.

Iran is going to grow more desperate as oil money dries up, which makes the country even more dangerous.

The Mumbai-headquartered oil-marketing company’s gross refining margin stood at $32.15 for every barrel during the reported quarter.

Sen. Elizabeth Warren is urging the U.S. Department of Agriculture to reverse cuts to the food-stamp program as consumers shoulder $22 billion in additional food costs.

<p>Iran’s IRGC says it hit four vessels in the northern Gulf and three more struck mines near the strait of Hormuz</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/mar/04/maritime-and-port-workers-how-is-the-middle-east-conflict-affecting-you">Shipping workers: how is the Middle East conflict affecting you?</a></p></li></ul><p>Oil prices jump

Without central planning or public resources, people in developing countries are pursuing an ad hoc energy transition.

A typical head of iceberg lettuce from Malaysia is now about 50 per cent smaller than usual, says a wholesaler.

The average selling price of a mobile phone in Singapore has risen nearly 12 per cent since 2023, reaching S$1,000 this year, data shows.

<p>House prices in Sydney are at a two-year low after falling 4.7% in the September quarter to $1.66m, according to Domain report</p><ul><li><p>Get our <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/email-newsletters?CMP=cvau_sfl">breaking news email</a>, <a href="https://app.adjust.com/w4u7jx3">free app</a> or <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/serie

Moscow dispatches its inaugural diesel shipment to the US, aiming to ease fuel shortages as midterm elections loom.

Microsoft has revealed how much it will charge people for using the Xbox Cloud Gaming service without a Game Pass membership. Right now, this is available only to Xbox Insiders, but that's a free program that anyone can join . Also notable is that the prices below are described as "introductory launch pricing," and that wording suggests the prices may change

The Queensland capital has been the strongest housing market in Australia for years, but stretched affordability and rate rises took a toll.

Melbourne’s median house prices is expected to be in the high $900,000s by the end of the year as rate hikes take their toll.

U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright said the administration was "committed to doing everything in our power to lower energy costs."

He asks officials to monitor the prices of rice, red gram, onions, edible oil and sugar to ensure the burden of rising prices does not fall on consumers, and explore the possibility of making fine-quality rice available at a subsidy at rythu bazaars during festivals

A bureaucratic blunder has left tobacco companies wondering whether their products are legal to sell

After Perth house prices rose 82 per cent in five years, the bubble has officially burst, with the city recording the biggest drop in history.

President Trump downplayed economic issues at a rally in North Carolina. In Ohio, Republican gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy released a highly criticized attack ad against his Democratic rival Amy Acton. CBS News' Weijia Jiang has more.

President Trump said Iran was trying to drive up oil prices before the midterms by lying about ships hitting mines or being struck by projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz.

For only the second time ever, house prices have fallen across all Australian capital cities, falling by 4.7 per cent last quarter, the steepest drop on record.

The comments come as investors scrutinize the debt, borrowing costs and economics of companies building AI infrastructure.

UK inflation rose in September, pushed up by higher petrol and diesel prices.

House prices have fallen across every Australian capital city for the first time in 15 years and had their steepest quarterly fall on record.

Oil prices rebounded from the previous session’s losses as traders weighed renewed threats to shipping through the Hormuz Strait and attacks targeting Saudi Arabia against a recovery in Middle East oil exports.