How the Baltimore Bridge tragedy drove up UK food and energy prices

The collapse of a bridge near Baltimore after it was hit by a container ship could have far-reaching economic consequences – affecting the price of goods and delaying UK deliveries. The Francis Scott Key Bridge tragedy is thought to have left six people dead. The Port of Baltimore is closed to ships and there is … Read more

Katie Price’s theater date night puts new romance with JJ Slater on full display

Katie Price and JJ Slater lit up the streets of London with their chic outfits and smiles. Katie Price was spotted showing off her affection with her new partner, businessman JJ Slater, during an outing in London on Monday. The couple was recently revealed to be in a relationship and made a public appearance together … Read more

India is only country to see fuel prices fall in two years: Hardeep Puri

Hardeep Singh Puri speaks at NDTV Indian of the Year Awards New Delhi: Responding to opposition criticism of high oil prices, Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said India was the only country in the world to see fuel prices fall during the two-year reference period. Mr Puri was speaking at the … Read more

Climate change affects crops, cocoa prices triple in a year

Nairobi, Kenya—— With Easter just a week away, chocolate lovers should be prepared for rising prices when shopping for their favorite seasonal treats. The price of cocoa has tripled from a year ago due to climate change and El Niño, a non-profit environmental group said. Prices reached US$8,000 per ton this week, compared with US$2,500 … Read more

Prices expected to drop ‘moderately’ next as commodity costs fall

Moving forward, the clothing-to-home furnishings retailer expects “slightly lower” sales prices this year due to lower commodity costs. The company said it expected some relief for struggling shoppers despite a £60m hit from rising wages. The company made the forecast while revealing that pre-tax profits would rise 5% to £918 million in the 12 months … Read more

Home prices are a key reason some voters are frustrated with the U.S. economy

Washington—— Lori Shelton can’t imagine ever having the money to buy a home — which is a major reason why so many voters are frustrated with the economy ahead of this year’s presidential election. Shelton, 67, drives Uber to help pay rent in Aurora, Colorado. Her salary advance went toward the security deposit on her … Read more

Indian Petroleum Minister: Petrol, diesel prices cut by 2 rupees

The revised prices will take effect from 6 a.m. on March 15. New Delhi: Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri said on X that the Center has reduced petrol and diesel prices by Rs 2. The announcement comes weeks before the Lok Sabha elections. The revised prices will take effect from … Read more

The Fed’s preferred inflation gauge picked up last month, suggesting prices remain high

Washington—— The Federal Reserve’s favored inflation measure rose in January, the latest sign that U.S. consumer price gains are slowing from month to month. The government reported on Thursday that prices rose 0.3% from December to January, up from 0.1% the previous month. But in a more encouraging sign, prices rose just 2.4% year-on-year, down … Read more

Honor MagicBook Pro 16 AI PC and Honor Pad 9 launched at MWC: Check prices

Honor launched a series of new products at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona. The Chinese manufacturer launched the Honor Magic 6 series, Honor Magic V2 ahead of the event. The company also launched new laptops and tablets at MWC. Honor MagicBook Pro 16 and Honor Pad 9 were launched on Sunday. The new … Read more