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US and Iran threaten energy and water facilities as investors brace for Monday shock

U.S. President Donald Trump vows to 'obliterate' Iran's energy facilities if it doesn't reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Tehran warns it would retaliate by hitting U.S. energy and desalination sites. That has investors nervous about what lies ahead. Kevin Durant passes Michael Jordan ...  Show more

Trump’s mixed messages, World Cup and a charcoal‑powered car

Trump’s conflicting signals on the Iran conflict raise real questions about who’s shaping U.S. strategy. Security warnings for the 2026 World Cup are piling up as federal support arrives lands months late. Plus, in Cuba one mechanic turns to charcoal to keep his car and his commu ...  Show more

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