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Five charts that explain the high cost of living in the UK
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham is on a nationwide tour to listen to the ‘financial concerns’ of the people.
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Iran war’s $37bn price tag: Why does the Pentagon want $67bn more?
The US must rapidly replenish its stockpiles of weapons as the war on Iran rages on.
EDITOR'S ANALYSIS
Iran war: Look beyond stocks to understand state of economy, experts say
Yields on 10-year US Treasury bills, a bellwether for inflation, are up 60 basis points since the start of the Iran war.
Petrol prices climb as US–Iran tensions disrupt markets
US petrol prices reach $4.00 per gallon (3.78 litres), marking the second week of increased costs for consumers.
Iran’s supreme leader warns US of ‘unforgettable lessons’ amid MoU breaches
Mojtaba Khamenei says Trump’s signature is ‘worthless’ and that ‘bullying’ is a core element of US foreign policy.
EDITOR'S ANALYSIS
As Chinese economy slows, experts say there will be ‘problems for Beijing’
While the ‘export engine is running very hot’, jobs are lagging, squeezing spending in China.
From: This is America
Can Trump Accounts close America’s wealth gap?
Trump cites record Wall Street highs as a boom sign, while gains favor the wealthy and costs strain Main Street.
Published On 16 Jul 2026
‘Escaping Beijing’: Why some young Chinese are quitting the capital
A slowing economy and rising prices are making it harder for young Chinese to thrive in the city.
US consumer prices drop in June as energy costs tumble
Inflation eased due to cheaper energy, but experts warn price increases may return after renewed US-Iran tensions.
Even if the Iran war ends, the next fossil fuel shock is already on its way
To prepare, the world needs to focus on building energy independence through renewables and decentralisation.
From: NewsFeed
Why the new US housing bill won’t fix the crisis
Why the new US housing bill won’t fix the crisis.
Published On 11 Jul 2026