Israel strikes southern Syria targeting command centers and weapons storage in response to attacks on Druze civilians in Sweida.

Kansas beat Cal Baptist 68-60 in an NCAA Tournament first-round game on March 20, 2026, with Jalen Peterson scoring 28 points.

Sarah Ferguson explored cloning Queen Elizabeth’s corgis for a reality show, but denied profit motives or confirmed plans.

A partial government shutdown caused severe TSA staffing shortages, leading to long security lines and delays at New Orleans airport.

States sue USDA over new funding rules requiring immigration and diversity compliance.

ADNOC Gas cut LNG and export liquids output due to Strait of Hormuz shipping chaos amid U.S.-Iran-Israel tensions, but operations remain intact.

India's finance minister introduced bills to ease business rules and outline 2026–2027 fiscal plans.

U.S. visa issuances fell 11% in early 2025, hitting India and China hardest, due to Trump-era security policies.

The FTSE 100 dropped into correction as Middle East tensions sparked global markets, oil surged, and the pound weakened.

UK lenders raise mortgage rates amid rising costs and uncertainty, with rates hitting a 2025 high.