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Oil prices spike after US strikes on Iran
Oil prices spike after US strikes on Iran
by  AFP

Oil prices surged and Asian markets traded lower on Monday on concerns of disruption to energy markets after US air strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities. "An oil price shock would create a real negative impact on most Asian economies" as many are big net energy importers, they wrote, reflecting the market's downbeat mood.

Oasis: from clash to cash
Oasis: from clash to cash
by  AFP

Fifteen years after their explosive split, British music legends Liam and Noel Gallagher are reuniting for an Oasis tour that promises not only Britpop nostalgia but also staggering revenues. While Liam has insisted that money is "way down the list" of reasons for the feuding brothers' reunion, British press reports have suggested that each sibling could pocket around £50 million ($67 million).

Toxic threat from 'forever chemicals' sparks resistance in Georgia towns
Toxic threat from 'forever chemicals' sparks resistance in Georgia towns
by  AFP

Sasha and Jamie Cordle thought their small farm in rural Georgia would be a ladder out of working-class struggle, and a gift for their children and grandchildren. Sasha, who moved to the property after marrying Jamie in 2020, soon developed two autoimmune conditions, as well as high blood pressure and chronic fatigue.

Tesla expected to launch long-discussed robotaxi service
Tesla expected to launch long-discussed robotaxi service
by  AFP

Tesla is expected to begin offering robotaxi service Sunday in Austin, an initial step that Elon Musk's backers believe could lead to the company's next growth wave. Tesla's robotaxi launch comes well after Waymo's offering of commercial robotaxi service, with more US cities gradually added.