UK-led coalition of 40 countries vows action on Hormuz Strait closure
https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/4/2/uk-led-coalition-of-35-countries-vows-action-on-hormuz-strait-gridlock
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Al Jazeera
UK-led coalition of 40 countries vows action on Hormuz Strait closure
UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper accused Iran of blockading the waterway 'to hold the global economy hostage'.
Airlines could start going bankrupt within weeks amid Middle East chaos with bookings down and oil soaring, Dubai billionaire jet tycoon warns | Daily Mail Online
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-15700725/Airlines-start-going-bankrupt-weeks-amid-Middle-East-chaos-bookings-oil-soaring-Dubai-billionaire-jet-tycoon-warns.html
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-15700725/Airlines-start-going-bankrupt-weeks-amid-Middle-East-chaos-bookings-oil-soaring-Dubai-billionaire-jet-tycoon-warns.html
Mail Online
Jet tycoon warns airlines could start going bankrupt amid Iran chaos
Gediminas Ziemelis, the founder of Avia Solutions Group, has said that the current crisis feels like a repeat of the Covid pandemic.
America's white-collar bloodbath deepens as AI becomes top reason for layoffs in March | Daily Mail Online
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/yourmoney/article-15699351/america-layoffs-ai-tech-jobs.html
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/yourmoney/article-15699351/america-layoffs-ai-tech-jobs.html
Mail Online
America's white-collar bloodbath deepens
AI isn't coming for jobs someday - it's already here and workers are paying the price
Iran war leaving Australian farmers struggling to sow crops and feed animals - Yahoo News Australia
https://www.itv.com/news/2026-04-02/iran-war-leaving-australian-farmers-struggling-to-sow-crops-and-feed-animals
On Thursday the Prime Minister announced more emergency measures, including interest free loans for businesses involved in fuel, fertilizer and other critical supply chains.
Anthony Albanese said the nation was facing a testing time, with petrol and diesel prices seeing their biggest increase in history.
https://www.itv.com/news/2026-04-02/iran-war-leaving-australian-farmers-struggling-to-sow-crops-and-feed-animals
On Thursday the Prime Minister announced more emergency measures, including interest free loans for businesses involved in fuel, fertilizer and other critical supply chains.
Anthony Albanese said the nation was facing a testing time, with petrol and diesel prices seeing their biggest increase in history.
Bangladesh cuts office hours, turns off wedding lights to save energy - CNA
https://www.channelnewsasia.com/asia/bangladesh-cuts-office-hours-turns-wedding-lights-save-energy-6035286
https://www.channelnewsasia.com/asia/bangladesh-cuts-office-hours-turns-wedding-lights-save-energy-6035286
CNA
Bangladesh cuts office hours, turns off wedding lights to save energy
DHAKA: Bangladesh cut office and shop hours and banned decorative lighting at weddings starting on Friday (Apr 3) as it seeks to conserve energy stocks after global price hikes due to the Middle East
FAO warns of severe global food security risks from disruption to Strait of Hormuz - FreshFruitPortal.com
https://www.freshfruitportal.com/news/2026/04/03/fao-hormuz-closure/
https://www.freshfruitportal.com/news/2026/04/03/fao-hormuz-closure/
FreshFruitPortal.com
FAO warns of severe global food security risks from disruption to Strait of Hormuz - FreshFruitPortal.com
FAO is urging the establishment of alternative trade corridors and emergency financial support for farmers and import-dependent countries.
March Jobs Shocker: Payrolls Soar By 178K Most Since 2024, Blowing Away All Estimates; Unemployment Rate Drops | ZeroHedge
https://www.zerohedge.com/economics/march-jobs-shocker-payrolls-soar-178k-most-2024-blowing-away-all-estimates-unemployment
https://www.zerohedge.com/economics/march-jobs-shocker-payrolls-soar-178k-most-2024-blowing-away-all-estimates-unemployment
ZeroHedge
March Jobs Shocker: Payrolls Soar By 178K Most Since 2024, Blowing Away All Estimates; Unemployment Rate Drops
It appears the modest labor market recession of 2025 is officially over.
Iran Israel War Iran Strikes Damage Electricity, Desalination Plant In Kuwait
https://www.ndtv.com/world-news/iran-israel-war-iran-strikes-damage-electricity-desalination-plant-in-kuwait-11307495
https://www.ndtv.com/world-news/iran-israel-war-iran-strikes-damage-electricity-desalination-plant-in-kuwait-11307495
NDTV
Iran Strikes Damage Electricity, Desalination Plant In Kuwait
"One of the power generation and water desalination stations was subjected to an attack this dawn by the sinful Iranian aggression, resulting in material damage," a ministry spokesperson said.
Raspberry Pi 5 is getting a $100 price hike thanks to RAM shortage | PCWorld
https://www.pcworld.com/article/3106353/raspberry-pi-5-is-getting-a-100-price-hike-thanks-to-ram-shortage.html
https://www.pcworld.com/article/3106353/raspberry-pi-5-is-getting-a-100-price-hike-thanks-to-ram-shortage.html
How much will RAMageddon hike flagship prices? Top phone executive reveals the cost - Android Authority
https://www.androidauthority.com/smartphone-ram-price-increase-3654712/
https://www.androidauthority.com/smartphone-ram-price-increase-3654712/
Android Authority
How much will RAMageddon hike flagship prices? Top phone executive reveals the cost
Smartphone RAM price increases are driving up flagship costs, and your next phone could be upwards of $200 more expensive if trends continue.
Goldman Sachs warning on Strait Hormuz: Countries could face oil shortages - AOL
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/goldman-sachs-warning-on-strait-hormuz-countries-could-face-oil-shortages-121952347.html
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/goldman-sachs-warning-on-strait-hormuz-countries-could-face-oil-shortages-121952347.html
Yahoo Finance
Goldman Sachs warning on Strait Hormuz: Countries could face oil shortages
Oil remains the main market driver, and with good reason.
Oil crisis hitting Asia foreshadows tough times for Europe
“The reality is, the economic shocks caused by this war will be with us for months,”
https://www.wsj.com/finance/commodities-futures/oil-crisis-asia-europe-africa-iran-war-ea883ba2?mod=RSSMSN
“The reality is, the economic shocks caused by this war will be with us for months,”
https://www.wsj.com/finance/commodities-futures/oil-crisis-asia-europe-africa-iran-war-ea883ba2?mod=RSSMSN
The Wall Street Journal
Oil Crisis Hitting Asia Foreshadows Tough Times for Europe
The energy shock already rippling through Asia is set to come for countries in Europe and Africa that also rely on imports from the Middle East.
Iran War, Inflation and OIl Prices Prey on Economy | National News | U.S. News
https://www.usnews.com/news/national-news/articles/2026-04-06/iran-war-inflation-and-oil-prices-prey-on-economy
https://www.usnews.com/news/national-news/articles/2026-04-06/iran-war-inflation-and-oil-prices-prey-on-economy
US News & World Report
Iran War, Inflation and Oil Prices Prey on Economy
Reports of a ceasefire greet markets on Monday as inflation data looms.
Barings' private credit fund limits withdrawals after redemption requests surge - The Economic Times
https://m.economictimes.com/markets/us-stocks/news/barings-private-credit-fund-limits-withdrawals-after-redemption-requests-surge/articleshow/130063176.cms
https://m.economictimes.com/markets/us-stocks/news/barings-private-credit-fund-limits-withdrawals-after-redemption-requests-surge/articleshow/130063176.cms
The Economic Times
Barings' private credit fund limits withdrawals after redemption requests surge
Barings has taken a measured approach by limiting investor withdrawals from its private credit fund, allowing only 5% redemptions despite requests for 11.3% in the initial quarter. This decision is designed to protect the interests of long-term shareholders…
WAR ON FOOD.
USA gives coordinates and Ukrainian drone strikes hit major fertilizer facilities in Russia:
• Dorogobuzh plant (Smolensk) – shut down after deadly attack
• Apatit plant (Cherepovets) – major phosphate producer hit
• Kirovo-Chepetsk chemical plant – another key facility targeted
At the same time:
• Russia restricts fertilizer exports
• China cuts exports
• Middle East conflict blocks up to 30%+ of global supply
Prices are rising. Supply is shrinking.
This doesn’t just hit farmers—this hits food prices worldwide.
Are we watching the start of a global food crisis?
#FoodCrisis #Fertilizer #Inflation #GlobalEconomy
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https://x.com/i/status/2038096248742551905
USA gives coordinates and Ukrainian drone strikes hit major fertilizer facilities in Russia:
• Dorogobuzh plant (Smolensk) – shut down after deadly attack
• Apatit plant (Cherepovets) – major phosphate producer hit
• Kirovo-Chepetsk chemical plant – another key facility targeted
At the same time:
• Russia restricts fertilizer exports
• China cuts exports
• Middle East conflict blocks up to 30%+ of global supply
Prices are rising. Supply is shrinking.
This doesn’t just hit farmers—this hits food prices worldwide.
Are we watching the start of a global food crisis?
#FoodCrisis #Fertilizer #Inflation #GlobalEconomy
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https://x.com/i/status/2038096248742551905
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WAR ON FOOD.
USA gives coordinates and Ukrainian drone strikes hit major fertilizer facilities in Russia:
• Dorogobuzh plant (Smolensk) – shut down after deadly attack
• Apatit plant (Cherepovets) – major phosphate producer hit
• Kirovo-Chepetsk chemical…
USA gives coordinates and Ukrainian drone strikes hit major fertilizer facilities in Russia:
• Dorogobuzh plant (Smolensk) – shut down after deadly attack
• Apatit plant (Cherepovets) – major phosphate producer hit
• Kirovo-Chepetsk chemical…
More than 500 jobs at risk as beloved 217-year-old British firm crashes into administration
https://www.msn.com/en-gb/money/other/more-than-500-jobs-at-risk-as-beloved-217-year-old-british-firm-crashes-into-administration/ar-AA1ZQsiT
https://www.msn.com/en-gb/money/other/more-than-500-jobs-at-risk-as-beloved-217-year-old-british-firm-crashes-into-administration/ar-AA1ZQsiT
MSN
More than 500 jobs at risk as beloved 217-year-old British firm crashes into administration
Historic pottery firm Denby is set to enter administration, putting over 500 jobs at risk as the 217-year-old brand battles soaring energy and labour costs
Greek-founded Raptis seafood company collapses after 60 years
https://greekcitytimes.com/2026/04/01/raptis-seafood-collapse-australia-jobs/
https://greekcitytimes.com/2026/04/01/raptis-seafood-collapse-australia-jobs/
18 Emergency Pantry Essentials Most People Forget
https://www.aol.com/articles/18-emergency-pantry-essentials-most-130000520.html
https://www.aol.com/articles/18-emergency-pantry-essentials-most-130000520.html
Aol
18 Emergency Pantry Essentials Most People Forget
Last year, a friend of mine spent three weeks eating down her pantry during a real rough patch. She had pasta, tinned tomatoes, rice, and dried beans. The usual things people tend to stock up on. What she didn’t have was anything to leaven bread, anything…
Albertsons Shuts Down Dozens of Stores Across the U.S.Is This the Beginning of the End for Traditional Supermarkets?
https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/albertsons-shuts-down-dozens-of-stores-across-the-u-s-is-this-the-beginning-of-the-end-for-traditional-supermarkets/ar-AA206Sj0
https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/albertsons-shuts-down-dozens-of-stores-across-the-u-s-is-this-the-beginning-of-the-end-for-traditional-supermarkets/ar-AA206Sj0
MSN
Albertsons Shuts Down Dozens of Stores Across the U.S.Is This the Beginning of the End for Traditional Supermarkets?
A wave of closures is hitting one of America’s largest grocery chains, leaving hundreds of workers without jobs and raising urgent questions about the future of in-person shopping.
6 major UK companies plunge into administration – more than 2,000 jobs at risk
https://www.express.co.uk/news/uk/2188552/6-major-uk-companies-administration-jobs-risk
https://www.express.co.uk/news/uk/2188552/6-major-uk-companies-administration-jobs-risk
Express.co.uk
6 major UK companies plunge into administration – more than 2,000 jobs at risk
This is getting bleak
Applebee’s franchisee files bankruptcy amid wave of closures
https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/applebee-s-franchisee-files-bankruptcy-amid-wave-of-closures/ar-AA206LaX
https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/applebee-s-franchisee-files-bankruptcy-amid-wave-of-closures/ar-AA206LaX
MSN
Applebee’s franchisee files bankruptcy amid wave of closures
The closures come after Applebee's franchisee Neighborhood Restaurant Partners Florida filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on March 24.