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IEA chief 'ready to move forward' with additional oil release 'when necessary'

Fatih Birol said that there was 'still a significant amount of oil in our stocks'.

Philippines declares national energy emergency as more countries enact restrictions

The President says the war poses an 'imminent danger' to his nation's energy supply.

Bull strike: Man knocked out mid-run at crowded street festival

Local media say a 25-year-old at the same event needed 20 stitches to his arm.

Australia’s public broadcaster hit by staff walkout

More than 2000 ABC staff walked off the job for 24 hours on Wednesday.

Jury says Meta must pay $642 million for endangering children online

Meta said it would appeal the verdict of violating New Mexico's consumer protection laws.

Watch: 'Deliberately impregnated' - UK MP targets Kiwi businessman over DJ pregnancy

MP Natalie Fleet told Westminster Hall the issue is about power - not parenthood

US asset manager gains consent for $250m deal to buy Wellington, Queenstown hotels

Vendor NZ Hotel Holdings is backed by the NZ Super Fund and partners.

Epstein case: UK team preparing Andrew documents for publication

The records relate to Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s previous role as a UK trade envoy.

Bupa's operating profit jumps 52% as retirement village and care home revenue climbs

But revenue and revaluations pushed bottom-line after-tax net profit up more than 600%.

Man accused of violent home invasion rape extradited from Asia to stand trial

He has pleaded not guilty to all 12 charges.

As war in Iran disrupts air travel, here’s where it’s hitting hardest

New York Times: Airlines in the Mideast and Asia are being impacted more than in the US.

About 140,000 families to get $50 a week to help with high fuel prices

The boost is expected to cost about $373 million and last no more than a year.

Iran war: How economic shock could become long-term damage

New York Times: Targeting oil and gas infrastructure in the Gulf has ongoing impacts.

Govt announces major fuel import step at post-Cabinet press conference

Pressures are being felt at the pump over the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

Ancient vintage: 600-year-old pinot noir grape found in medieval French toilet

It is genetically identical to grapes still being used to make the wine, scientists said.

Global slowdown: Data canary shows economy already suffering from Iran war

Surveys show business activity is already slowing and prices rising.

The secret talks pushing America and Iran towards peace

Oil prices slumped from record highs after Trump's tarmac peace claims.