Stocks Fall as Oil Rally Keeps a Lid on TreasuriesA resurgence in oil prices dragged down stocks and bonds, stoking concerns about inflation just days ahead of the next Fed decision. Brent crude topped $116 as a flare-up in Middle East violence threatened global supply. The S&P 500 saw back-to-back losses, even as selling pressure on tech firms abated. Yields rose after the market’s best day in more…Bloomberg1d agoWhole story →Planet
Brent crude oil tops $116, a six-month high, as tensions swell in the Middle EastU.S. President Donald Trump accused Iran on Thursday of trying to manipulate the oil market.CNBC2d agoWhole story →SecurityPlanetmiddle east oil market tensions
Under U.S. Watch, Venezuela Grapples With Tensions Over DemocracyPresident Trump says Venezuela is not ready for elections, and he focuses instead on its oil. But Secretary of State Marco Rubio is nudging talks between opposing politicians.The New York Times2d agoWhole story →PlanetGovernment
Kalshi CEO on Midterms, Regulation and Inflation FuturesKalshi co-founder and CEO Tarek Mansour discusses the growing role of prediction markets in elections and the regulatory challenges facing the industry. Speaking with Tyler Kendall on "Bloomberg Tech," Mansour also comments on the company's proposed perpetual oil futures contract. (Source: Bloomberg)Bloomberg2d agoWhole story →PlanetGovernment
48th Senate District: May and McCarron differ on housing, ICE and energy issuesThe district includes the city of Syracuse, suburbs to the south and west, as well as Baldwinsville, Auburn and most of Cayuga County.syracuse.com2d agoWhole story →BuildPlanet
Adelaide’s next act: Why this South Australia capital is worth a visit - Sat, 24 Oct 2026 PSTThe Australian tourist trail is paved with places full of main-character energy, like cosmopolitan Sydney, the Great Barrier Reef and the red rock of Uluru in the heart of the Outback. Lesser-known Adelaide, the country’s fifth-largest city, has long lurked on the edges of the spotlight. But a recent return visit convinced me it’s time for this…Spokane Spokesman-Review23h agoWhole story →CulturePlanet
Energy companies share ways to save energy and money this seasonThese Georgia Power, Dominion and Duke Energy programs could help you save money on your electric bill.Augusta Chronicle22h agoWhole story →Planet
Why a blue wave might miss Minnesota's Senate racePolitical headwinds are blowing in Democrats’ favor nationally, with high gas prices and President Trump’s record-low approval rating creating a difficult midterm environment for Republicans. But in Minnesota’s open Senate race to replace retiring Sen. Tina Smith (D), Democrats are facing an unexpectedly competitive race. Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan (D)…The Hill21h agoWhole story →Planet
Voters angry about high prices may get little relief from the next Congress - Sat, 24 Oct 2026 PSTIf voters expect a new Democratic Congress to bring down prices, they will probably be disappointed. House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries (New York) promises the party’s “affordability agenda” will “drive down the high cost of living in every possible area.” But the main forces driving inflation are the Iran war’s impact on energy prices, fallout from…Spokane Spokesman-Review21h agoWhole story →SecurityPlanet
The astonishing Trump-Putin mystery just got much darkerTrump waived sanctions against Russia just two days before they were set to go into effect under federal law . Braying that the US had done “a lot” for Ukraine while Ukraine had done nothing for the US — holding NATO’s nemesis at bay with no real help since 2024 is apparently “doing nothing” — Trump’s waiver came right after he announced another gift to…Raw Story21h agoWhole story →BuildSecurity
Oil Market Defies Trump as Brent Crude Nears $110 a BarrelWANA (Oct 17) – Global oil prices closed at $109.66 a barrel on Thursday, despite efforts by U.S. President Donald Trump to curb prices and lower fuel costsEUROPE SAYS8d agoWhole story →PlanetEconomyDonald Trumpoil price surge
Trump 'is going to have to' escalate Iran war: Rick Scott"At some point, he will not have a choice but to do more to destroy their ability to produce weapons," Sen. Rick Scott said of Trump regarding Iran.Washington Examiner2mo agoWhole story →SecurityEconomyRick Scottiran conflict escalation
Republicans are partying in Dallas. Just don't ask them about affordability.GOP lawmakers, candidates and party officials are gathering in the country’s oil capital as the price per barrel hits $100 globally.POLITICO2mo agoWhole story →PlanetEconomyrepublican convention
Inflation Hits Highest Level in Months as Costs From Trump's Illegal War Eat Workers' PaychecksData released by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics on Wednesday showed inflation grew faster than expected in September, driven in large part by costs related to President Donald Trump's illegal war with Iran. The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report showed overall prices in September posted a yearly increase of 3.7%, marking the biggest rise in…Common Dreams11d agoWhole story →PlanetEconomyinflation rate increase
Oil nears $100 a barrel as Middle East tensions fuel inflation fearsOil prices neared $100 a barrel on Tuesday as tensions reheated in the Middle East, fueling fears that higher inflation data could sway the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates next week.New York Post2mo agoWhole story →PlanetEconomy
Iran war’s cost grows to $43.6 billion in new US military estimateThe U.S. military’s price tag for the Iran war has grown to $43.6 billion as of Sept. 3. That's according to a new estimate provided this week to lawmakers. The figure from U.S. Central Command...The Dallas Morning News1mo agoWhole story →EconomySecurityiran war cost estimate
Houthi attacks escalate conflict in Middle EastDeseret News15d agoWhole story →Securitymiddle east conflict escalation
US 30-year mortgage rate hits highest in nearly three yearsThe interest rate on the most common US home loan jumped to 7.49%, worsening affordability for buyers four weeks before elections that will decide if the Republicans keep control of Congress.Reuters18d agoWhole story →BuildEconomyelections and interest rates
