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The war with Iran is making oil changes pricier. And a deal won't solve it
The U.S. may be the world's biggest producer of crude oil, but that's not the case for motor oil. The cost of lubricants is soaring, and even a tentative deal to end the war won't solve the problem.
Drone strike damages Moscow refinery as Russia reports 60 interceptions
Russian authorities reported no injuries after a strike in southeast Moscow, while Kyiv cast the operation as retaliation for Russia’s intensified aerial attacks
Eight killed after B-52 crashes at Edwards Air Force Base
The bomber went down shortly after takeoff during a routine test mission in Southern California. Officials said the cause remains under investigation
Five questions shaping the UK’s under-16 social media ban
The government wants restrictions in force by early 2027, but the scope, exemptions and enforcement tools are still being worked through
Two Men Found Guilty in Arson Attacks Linked to Keir Starmer
An Old Bailey jury convicted Roman Lavrynovych and Stanislav Carpiuc over fires at north London properties and a car connected to the U.K. prime minister
U.S.-Iran Framework Offers Relief but Leaves Hard Issues Ahead
A preliminary deal is expected to open the Strait of Hormuz, while the most difficult disputes are being pushed into further talks
UK plans under-16 social media ban as enforcement doubts mount
Prime Minister Keir Starmer says Britain will pursue an Australia-style age ban while adding tighter rules for livestreaming, gaming and other features used by minors
Netanyahu’s Iran Strategy Faces Scrutiny After U.S.-Iran Framework
The reported framework appears to leave out some of the most important provisions Israel had sought, sharpening questions over Israel’s approach
Spider-Man of Yemen' dies after fall into volcanic crater
Al-Qaqa Ibn Antar, a 30-year-old free-climber known for risky online stunts, fell while climbing the Hardah Dam crater without safety equipment, authorities said
SpaceX rises after record IPO as valuation doubts grow
Shares added about 6% in premarket trading after Friday’s historic debut pushed the company’s market value above $2 trillion