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US warships transit Strait of Hormuz in mine clearance op

Two US Navy warships have transited the Strait of Hormuz to begin clearing the strategic waterway of mines laid by Iran, US Central Command said Saturday -- a claim denied by Tehran.

In Europe first, Netherlands to allow Teslas to self-drive

In a first for Europe, the Netherlands is poised to allow Tesla owners to use their car's self-driving feature -- as long as they are in the vehicle and keeping a watchful eye over it.

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White House says US Navy has not escorted tanker through Strait of Hormuz

The United States has not escorted any oil tanker through the Strait of Hormuz, the White House said Tuesday, after the energy secretary's social media account posted and deleted a claim that it did so.

US energy secretary's post saying US escorted tanker in Hormuz deleted

A post by US Energy Secretary Chris Wright saying that the US Navy had escorted an oil tanker through the Strait of Hormuz was deleted on Tuesday, minutes after his account had posted it.

Oil crisis: Is world better placed than in 1973?

Ten days after the first American and Israeli strikes against Iran, oil prices have cooled slightly after soaring above $100 a barrel.

Oil plunges, stocks rise as Trump says Iran war over 'very soon'

Oil prices sank and equities pushed higher Tuesday following a wild day of swings that came after President Donald Trump signalled that the US-Israeli war on Iran could end sooner than thought.

Global energy body discusses releasing strategic oil reserves

Member states of the International Energy Agency (IEA) were set to meet on Tuesday for crisis talks to assess security of supply and the potential release of emergency stocks as the Middle East war roils markets, the body's chief said.

Vietnam to tap emergency fund to cool surging fuel prices

Vietnam moved Tuesday to tap an emergency fund to cool surging fuel prices, as the Middle East war has disrupted supplies and sparked long queues at petrol stations across the country.

UK trial opens against Sony over PlayStation video game prices

A trial opened in London on Tuesday over a £2 billion ($2.7 billion) class action lawsuit that accuses Japanese entertainment giant Sony of breaching competition law by allegedly overcharging millions of UK PlayStation users.

Iran war sends prices in next door Turkmenistan soaring

At a market in Turkmenistan's capital Ashgabat, pensioner Shemshat Kurbanova always used to pick the "juiciest" Iranian fruit -- but 10 days of war across the border have sent prices soaring and she is now worried how to get by.

Volkswagen says to cut 50,000 jobs as profit slides

Germany's automotive giant Volkswagen said Tuesday it would cut 50,000 jobs at home by 2030 as its profit slid to its lowest level in almost a decade.

Oil plunges, stocks rally as Trump says Iran war over 'very soon'

Oil prices sank and equities rallied Tuesday following a wild day of swings that came after President Donald Trump signalled that the US-Israel war on Iran could end sooner than thought.

Iranian Kurds hunted by drones in Iraqi Kurdistan

When a deafening drone tore a hole in her roof in northern Iraq, Iranian Kurd Amine Poursaid, gripped by fear of another attack, packed her family's belongings and prepared to escape.

German exports drop in setback to fragile recovery

German exports dropped faster than expected in January, official data showed Tuesday, the latest sign that the recovery in Europe's struggling top economy remains fragile.

Iran vows to fight on and block all Gulf oil

Iran vowed on Tuesday that not one litre of oil would be exported from the Gulf while its war with the United States and Israel continues, in a stark rebuke to President Donald Trump's boast that the conflict was all but over.

Lego posts record profit despite geopolitical turmoil: CEO to AFP

Denmark's Lego, the world’s number one toy maker, on Tuesday posted record sales and profits for its 2025 financial year, marking a "fantastic" year, despite global tensions, Lego's CEO told AFP.

Crude plunges, stocks rally as Trump says war over 'very soon'

Oil prices sank and equities rallied Tuesday following a wild day of swings that came after Donald Trump said the US-Israel war on Iran would be ending earlier than thought.

Search called off after Indonesia landfill collapse kills seven

Indonesian rescuers have called off the search for victims of a landslide at the country's largest open landfill after pulling seven bodies out from under debris, an official said Tuesday.

AI offers hope for young filmmakers dreaming of an Oscar

Studying at the film school where Oscar-nominated "Sinners" director Ryan Coogler honed his craft, SiJia Zheng dreams of winning an Academy Award.

Viral drone video fuels debate about Rio favela tourism

A line of tourists touch up their makeup before strutting across a rooftop in Rio de Janeiro's largest favela, posing for a drone as it zooms out to show dramatic aerial views of the hillside community.

Venezuelan lawmakers advance mining reforms sought by US

The National Assembly of Venezuela on Monday moved forward with mining reforms pushed by the United States, which is anxious to secure access to the country's critical minerals.

Roth Capital Partners Engaged by GEE Group to Assist in Reviewing Unsolicited Expressions of Interests and Evaluating Strategic Alternatives

JACKSONVILLE, FL / ACCESS Newswire / March 10, 2026 / GEE Group Inc. (NYSE American:JOB) together with its subsidiaries (collectively referred to as the "Company," "GEE Group," "our" or "we"), a provider of professional staffing services and human resource solutions, today announced that it has engaged Roth Capital Partners, LLC("Roth") as its financial advisor to assist the Company in reviewing and developing responses to unsolicited expressions of interest received and to consider other strategic alternatives available to GEE Group and its shareholders.

Tax Season is a Stress Test: Smart Start Helps Business Owners Take Control Beyond Filing

More than 60 Omaha business owners and entrepreneurs have completed Hayes & Associates' online financial literacy course.

Vetnique Introduces New Vet-Formulated Allergy Supplement For Dogs, Targeting The Five Key Pathways Behind Springtime Itch

New Advanced Vet Strength Formula Delivers a Multi-Layered, Science-Backed Approach to Seasonal Allergy and Skin Health Support for Dogs with Higher Sensitivities

Tropion Sports Partners Completes NBA Investment With Blue Owl Home Court Partners

Tropion Invested $55 Million Into the NBA Through ‘Project Sting'

Calling All Soccer Fans in Seattle! Allied Universal is Hiring for the World's Premier Soccer Event

IRVINE, CA / ACCESS Newswire / March 10, 2026 / Allied Universal®, the world's leading security and facility services company, today announced it is hiring staff for the world's premier soccer event at Lumen Field in Seattle. See hiring event details below.

Helpware Reinvents Itself as a Global AI-Enabled BPM Company, Blending Advanced Technologies with Human Expertise

Driving Intelligent Business Operations Through an AI-Enabled BPM Model

The "Galapagos" Effect in Ad Tech: Why Japan Is the Ultimate Stress Test for Your Global Strategy

Ad fraud is the most prolific form of cybercrime. So why haven't you heard of it?

Updated Lineup Announced for the iAccess Alpha Virtual Best Ideas Spring Investment Conference March 10-11, 2026

RALEIGH, NC / ACCESS Newswire / March 10, 2026 / iAccess Alpha's Virtual Best Ideas Spring Investment Conference will take place on March 10-11, 2026, bringing together a curated group of public companies and investors for two days of company presentations and 1x1 meetings.

Stagwell (STGW) Announces Strategic Partnership with AppLovin to Accelerate Client Advantage in Performance Marketing

Partnership unlocks access to one of the world's most powerful mobile platforms, enabling Stagwell clients to reach audiences with greater precision and efficiency

OuterBox Promotes Jeff Hirz to Chief Revenue Officer

COPLEY, OH / ACCESS Newswire / March 10, 2026 / OuterBox, a leading performance marketing agency, today announced the promotion of Jeff Hirz to Chief Revenue Officer. In his new role, Hirz will oversee the company's revenue operations, business development, and go-to-market strategy as OuterBox continues to expand its national presence.

Stagwell Inc. (NASDAQ:STGW) Reports Results for the Three and Twelve Months Ended December 31, 2025

FY25 EPS of $0.08; FY25 Adjusted EPS growth of 5% to $0.83YoY Increase in Cash Flow from Operations of $148 million; Free Cash Flow more than doubled to $187 millionFY25 YoY Revenue Growth of 2%; FY25 YoY Net Revenue Growth of 6%FY25 YoY Net Revenue Growth excluding Advocacy of 9%, Digital Transformation Net Revenue Growth of 13%, Marketing Services Net Revenue Growth of 6%The Marketing Cloud delivered YoY Net Revenue Growth of 230%FY25 Net Income Attributable to Stagwell Inc. Common Shareholders of $29 million; FY25 Adjusted EBITDA of $422 million; FY25 Adjusted EBITDA ex. Advocacy YoY Growth of 16% to $377 millionNet New Business of $106 million in Q4; LTM Net New Business of $476 millionCompany Announces $350 Million Increase in Stock Repurchase Program; $400 Million Now Available Under the ProgramGuidance for 2026 of Total Net Revenue Growth of 8% to 12%; Adjusted EBITDA of $475 million to $525 million; Free Cash Flow Conversion of 50% to 60%

Trump vows Iran war will 'end very soon'

President Donald Trump said Monday that US military operations in Iran would be ending soon, reassuring markets that have been thrust into chaos by a war that is still reverberating across the Middle East.

Trump hints end of Iran war in sight, saying operations 'very complete'

President Donald Trump indicated for the first time Monday that US military operations in Iran could be coming to an end, saying the war was "very complete" and progressing ahead of schedule.

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