Posted inBusiness Conflict International US Threatens Sanctions on Firms Paying Iran for Strait of Hormuz Passage US warns shipping firms of sanctions for paying Iran tolls to pass through Strait of Hormuz, escalating regional tensions. Posted by Tahir Rihat May 2, 2026
Posted inInternational News Germany’s Miscalculation: Underestimating Trump’s Iran Stance Germany's Chancellor Merz underestimated Trump's threats to withdraw troops after criticizing the war, leading to potential diplomatic fallout. Posted by Tahir Rihat May 2, 2026
Posted inInternational News Thailand Offers Extended Visas for Muay Thai Enthusiasts Thailand offers a five-year visa for visitors who engage in cultural activities like Muay Thai, with flexible training requirements. Posted by Tahir Rihat May 2, 2026
Posted inInternational News Lithuania Thwarts Russian Sabotage and Assassination Plots Lithuania announces the arrest of nine individuals linked to Russian sabotage and murder plots, highlighting ongoing security threats. Posted by Tahir Rihat May 2, 2026
Posted inHealth International Iranian Nobel Laureate Narges Mohammadi Hospitalized Amidst Prison Concerns Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi hospitalized after collapsing from heart problem in Iranian prison, raising concerns for political detainees. Posted by Tahir Rihat May 2, 2026
Posted inInternational News US Officials Visit Venezuela Amidst Shifting Energy Diplomacy US officials visited Venezuela after direct flights resumed, prioritizing increased oil production in a bid to stabilize global energy markets. Posted by Tahir Rihat May 2, 2026
Posted inInternational News Profile Adani Emphasizes Collective Effort for Developed India on Labor Day Gautam Adani launched a new dialogue series on Labor Day, stressing collective effort and individual contribution towards India's developed nation goal. Posted by Tahir Rihat May 1, 2026
Posted inBusiness International Oil Giants’ Record Profits Spark Renewed Calls for Windfall Taxes Record profits for oil companies are reviving debates over temporary windfall taxes to help consumers and fund energy transitions. Posted by Tahir Rihat May 1, 2026
Posted inInfrastructure International News Reliance Retail Ventures Acquires Priyanka Chopra’s Haircare Brand Anomaly Reliance Retail acquires Priyanka Chopra Jonas's haircare brand Anomaly to expand its beauty portfolio and scale the vegan label globally. Posted by Tahir Rihat May 1, 2026
Posted inInternational Journalism Iran Submits New Peace Proposal to U.S. Amid Strained Relations Iran has submitted a new peace proposal to the U.S., details of which are undisclosed, following previous U.S. dissatisfaction. Posted by Tahir Rihat May 1, 2026