Irish metals refinery is in supply chain that feeds Russian war machine, records suggest
[ad_1] A leading Irish metals refinery is part of an international aluminium supply chain that appears to conclude with shipments to arms producers feeding the Kremlin’s war machine in Ukraine, leaked records and public data suggests. Trading records show that shipments to Russian smelters from Aughinish Alumina, which is located on the Shannon estuary in […]
Massive Explosion at Texas Oil Refinery, Cause Unknown — Residents Told to Shelter in Place
[ad_1] A massive explosion ripped through the Valero refinery in Port Arthur on Monday, sending a towering column of black smoke over the city and triggering an emergency response across Jefferson County. The cause of the explosion is under investigation. The blast erupted inside the sprawling Gulf Coast facility shortly after midday, shaking nearby neighborhoods […]
Rachel Reeves to set out plans to tackle war-driven price hikes
[ad_1] The chancellor is to set out plans to tackle price hikes driven by the war in Iran, which has seen the cost of oil and gas soar. Rachel Reeves will deliver a statement in the Commons this afternoon after advising the prime minister of her proposals during an emergency Cobra meeting yesterday. They include […]
Pro cornhole player with no arms or legs facing murder charges after ‘shooting passenger in car,’ cops say
[ad_1] A professional cornhole player and quadruple amputee has been arrested for allegedly shooting and killing another man during an argument on Sunday in Maryland. Police say 27-year-old Dayton James Webber was in his Tesla SUV when he shot and killed his passenger, 27-year-old Bradrick Michael Wells, during an argument in La Plata. Webber allegedly […]
Cambodia-Thailand border clashes leave 1,000-year-old temple damaged
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Schiff: Trump Losing Credibility as Commander-in-Chief
[ad_1] Monday on CNN’s “The Source,” Sen. Adam Schiff (D-CA) claimed President Donald Trump is losing “credibility as a commander-in-chief.” Schiff said, “I’d love to see this war come to an end, and if what the president is saying is true, that’s encouraging. But of course, we’ve heard the president say things that have proved […]
Carville unloads on Maher, tells him to ‘get your head out of Bari Weiss’s a–’ in heated Trump rant
[ad_1] NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Democratic strategist James Carville criticized President Donald Trump and comedian Bill Maher during a recent episode of the “Politics War Room” podcast, where he responded to Trump’s remarks about former FBI Director Robert Mueller and pushed back on Maher’s comments about “Trump Derangement Syndrome.” “Do me […]
Pensioners can avoid tax bill by opting out of Winter Fuel Payment
[ad_1] The Winter Fuel Payment is worth between £200 and £300 depending on age and circumstances, and is usually paid automatically to eligible households Linda Howard Money and Consumer Writer 03:00, 24 Mar 2026 Older people with income over £35,000 may choose not to receive the payment to prevent it being recovered through their tax […]
Walk for 4.5 minutes more and sleep an extra 11 minutes to slash heart attack risk, expert says
[ad_1] By JAMIE BOYS, REPORTER Published: 19:07 EDT, 23 March 2026 | Updated: 23:08 EDT, 23 March 2026 Taking three basic steps to improve your health can slash the risk of having a heart attack, a study has found. Sleeping for 11 minutes more each night, doing 4.5 additional minutes of brisk walking and eating […]
Hannah Montana fans roast Starbucks for themed drink’s ironic flavor
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