IEA launches Global Observatory on energy sector resilience in Paris
The International Energy Agency launched the Global Observatory on Energy Sector Resilience on Tuesday in Paris, presenting it as a first-of-its-kind hub for data and analysis on exposure across the energy sector. The IEA said the platform is meant to help governments and industry understand where energy infrastructure is vulnerable to risks ranging from natural hazards to malicious attacks, and what steps can reduce disruption. The observatory was launched in support of the COP31 Presidency's 35-by-35 Global Electrification Pledge. Its first instalment focuses on strengthening power system resilience as electrification expands, with the IEA framing resilience and security as a... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 11 Nov 2026 01:01 LONDON
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Macquarie faces $14 million penalty over savings rate promotion failures
Macquarie Bank has admitted failures in the way it promoted a welcome interest rate for new savings account customers, in a case brought by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission. The bank has acknowledged breaching the Corporations Act and could face a $14 million penalty if the proposed settlement is approved by the New South Wales Supreme Court. The case centres on how the promotional rate was described to customers and whether that wording was misleading.According to the regulator, Macquarie referred to the offer as a "welcome variable rate" and a "bonus", language that could have suggested the rate was... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Nov 2026 22:34 LONDON
Day News Recap: Ukraine talks open in Abu Dhabi as Gaza floods, Iran tensions and regional security flare
New talks aimed at ending Russia's war in Ukraine opened in Abu Dhabi, with Ukrainian, American and European representatives focusing on security guarantees and territory as the US led push for a settlement continued. 🔗In the Middle East, diplomatic pressure around Iran intensified on several fronts. Iran's top security official said there are no negotiations with Washington, even as Qatar said it sees progress in US Iran talks after a White House meeting, Egypt said both sides want negotiations, and Donald Trump said the conflict is effectively at an end. 🔗 🔗 🔗 🔗Trump also said Israel and Gulf allies... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 10 Nov 2026 18:30 LONDON
Gaza floods worsen displacement as aid pressure grows
Heavy rain has flooded tens of thousands of tents in Gaza, deepening the humanitarian strain on a population already living largely in temporary shelters. The flooding came as winter weather began this weekend, adding to conditions that aid agencies and officials say are already severe. In the central Strip, four people, including three children, were killed when a sand embankment collapsed onto tents.The US-backed Board of Peace, established to oversee the implementation of Donald Trump's Gaza peace plan, said Israel's response to the flooding remained insufficient. It called on Israel to immediately allow all necessary humanitarian supplies into Gaza and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Nov 2026 16:59 LONDON
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EU pledges €10 million for Bulgarian Black Sea search and rescue operations amid shipping threats
The European Commission has announced €10 million in emergency funding for Bulgaria to strengthen search and rescue operations in the Black Sea. The move comes as drone attacks linked to Russia's war in Ukraine have increased risks for commercial shipping in the region. The announcement was made during a visit by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to the Bulgarian coastal city of Varna.Von der Leyen said the attacks were disrupting navigation, raising insurance costs and putting lives at sea at risk. She said the purpose of the attacks was to spread fear and uncertainty in Europe, adding that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Nov 2026 12:29 LONDON
France summons Iran's ambassador amid supermarket fridge cyberattack row
France has summoned Iran's ambassador to Paris after accusing Tehran of carrying out a cyberattack that targeted supermarket refrigeration systems across the country. Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said the government wanted to lodge a very strong protest over what he described as a major attack on France's interests and the security of the French people. He also said Paris would push for European Union sanctions in response.Barrot said the alleged operation affected more than 700 supermarkets on 11 and 12 October, when refrigerators were remotely accessed and set into abnormal, indefinite defrost cycles. French officials say the resulting temperature rise... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Nov 2026 11:29 LONDON
Japan grants Philippines coastal radar and drones in 4.3 billion yen security aid package
Japan has agreed to provide the Philippine military with a coastal radar system and surveillance drones in a grant worth 4.3 billion yen, as the two countries deepen defence cooperation amid tensions in the South China Sea. The agreement was signed in Manila by Philippine Foreign Secretary Maria Theresa Lazaro and Japan's ambassador, Katsuro Kitagawa. The equipment is intended to help the Philippines track ships and monitor key sea lanes.Under the deal, the radar system will go to the Philippine Navy and the drones to the Air Force. Japan said the package would also help protect shipping routes important to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Nov 2026 11:02 LONDON
Breakfast News Recap: Turkey blast, Gaza storm and Iran tensions dominate a crowded global briefing
A blast at a steel plant in Turkey's Izmir province has killed 17 people and sparked a fire at an industrial complex in the Aliaga district, with investigators still working to establish the cause. 🔗In the Middle East, Donald Trump said the war with Iran is now effectively over militarily and that further US strikes are highly unlikely, even as he said negotiations continue. He also posted that Iran's nuclear weapon ambitions are non negotiable and that the United States is locked and loaded if the situation changes. 🔗 🔗The fallout from the conflict is still rippling through the region... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 10 Nov 2026 08:50 LONDON
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Saudi Arabia reports new attack on East-West oil pipeline in Medina region
Saudi Arabia has reported a new attack on its East-West oil pipeline in the Medina region, according to state media. Officials said the incident caused a limited fire that was later extinguished. They also said there were no injuries or fatalities and that pipeline operations were not affected.An official at the Saudi Ministry of Energy said the pipeline was targeted on Monday, while the Saudi Press Agency carried the account of the response. The report did not identify who was behind the attack. The pipeline runs through the desert to the coast and is described as essential for bypassing the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 09 Nov 2026 23:01 LONDON
Turkey steel plant blast near Izmir as death toll rises to 17 amid investigation
A blast at a steel plant in Turkey's Izmir province has killed 17 people and triggered a fire at an industrial complex in the Aliaga district. The explosion happened at 11:46am local time on Monday 9 November, sending thick smoke above the site and prompting a large emergency response. Rescue teams were still searching the wreckage as investigators examined how the incident unfolded.Izmir governor Suleyman Elban said an overhead crane collapsed into an electric arc furnace during maintenance work, damaging a gas line and causing the explosion. One worker told AFP that a snapped crane cable sent around 120 tonnes... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 09 Nov 2026 22:29 LONDON
Leaked Rosstat data suggests more than 400,000 Russian war deaths as toll estimate rises
Leaked death records from Russia's state statistics agency suggest that more than 400,000 Russians have been killed fighting in Ukraine since the full-scale invasion began. The dataset was obtained by the Belarusian opposition-linked hacker group Cyber Partisans and the Ukrainian hacking collective Silent Crow, then shared with a small number of media outlets. It contains more than 11 million death certificates, including details such as age, place of residence and location of death.According to the groups' analysis, 412,576 certificates explicitly linked the deaths to the war through official cause-of-death codes or written references to combat and military operations. Rosstat confirmed... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 09 Nov 2026 15:34 LONDON
Paraguay raids ex-president's home as Ueno Bank collapse deepens political crisis
Police in Paraguay have raided the home of ousted former president Santiago Pena as investigators widen their probe into the collapse of Ueno Bank. The search took place on Sunday at Pena's mansion outside the capital, Asuncion, according to prosecutors. It comes two days after he was removed from office and as the banking scandal continues to shake the country's political and financial system.The case centres on allegations that Pena used his political influence to channel public money into Ueno Bank despite financial ties to its parent company. Prosecutors have charged him with breach of trust and administration for personal... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 09 Nov 2026 14:02 LONDON
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Moldova launches new power line to Romania to cut reliance on Russian energy
Moldova has officially launched a new high-voltage power line linking Vulcanesti to Chisinau and connecting the country more closely to Romania and the wider European grid. The inauguration took place in the capital, Chisinau, on Sunday, with officials presenting the project as a step toward greater energy security. President Maia Sandu said the line would help Moldova reduce its dependence on Russian energy and strengthen its electricity transmission capacity.Sandu said the country had been vulnerable for decades to pressure through energy supplies. In a post on X, she said Moscow had used energy as a tool of blackmail and added... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 09 Nov 2026 03:29 LONDON
Day News Recap: Ukraine power cuts deepen as Middle East tensions and US politics shift
Russia intensified pressure on Ukraine with overnight strikes that left more than 850,000 people without power, while separate attacks damaged energy facilities, a major bridge in the Kyiv region and a kindergarten, as repair crews worked through the cold. A ceasefire also allowed some residents to leave Russian controlled Oleshky in southern Ukraine amid forced starvation claims. 🔗 🔗 🔗Diplomatic efforts around the war moved forward as France said European representatives will join upcoming US mediated talks in Abu Dhabi, and Ukraine is watching the new US congressional balance closely after Democrats won control of both houses, a result Kyiv... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 08 Nov 2026 18:29 LONDON
FAO forecasts 126.5 million tonnes of cereal output in LIFDCs in 2026
The Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations forecasts aggregate cereal production among Low-Income Food-Deficit Countries at approximately 126.5 million tonnes in 2026. The estimate, published in the November 2026 edition of its triannual Crop Prospects and Food Situation report, is about 2% above both the 2025 level and the five-year average. FAO said the increase mainly reflects an expected strong production recovery in Asia, particularly in Near East Asia. Production among African LIFDCs is expected to remain near average, according to the report released in Rome on 8 November 2026. The report says the number of countries and... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 08 Nov 2026 13:01 LONDON
Russian strikes hit Kyiv region infrastructure and bridge as winter pressure grows
Ukraine said Russian strikes damaged energy facilities, a major bridge in Kyiv and a kindergarten in the capital region, as emergency crews worked through the wreckage. Footage released by Ukraine's emergency services showed firefighters tackling burning industrial structures while debris was cleared from damaged buildings. Five people were reported wounded in the attacks, which also left a large crater in the grounds of the kindergarten.The latest damage adds to earlier reports of strikes on Kyiv and surrounding areas, but this update confirms a wider impact on critical infrastructure. Officials said the attacks hit energy facilities as well as the bridge,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Nov 2026 21:59 LONDON
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US voters deliver rebuke to Trump in midterm elections as Democrats gain ground
Voters in the United States have delivered a sharp rebuke to Donald Trump in the midterm elections, according to the supplied report, signalling a break from a president who has dominated American politics for the past decade. The result was described as a once-in-a-century political moment in the year the country marked its 250th birthday. Democrats are celebrating the outcome, but the report says the wider battle over the country's political future is only beginning.The article says the election result came after a campaign in which Trump sought to frame his presidency as a "golden age" and staged a highly... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Nov 2026 18:02 LONDON
Russian diesel tankers divert as Trump-Putin deal fails to deliver US cargoes
At least three tankers carrying Russian diesel have changed course after a deal between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin failed to deliver cargoes to the United States. The shipments were meant to reach the American market under an October agreement, but none has arrived so far. The latest vessel-tracking data suggests the plan is now under strain.The supplied report says buyers are worried about legal exposure because Congress's ban on Russian energy imports remains in place. It adds that Russia has sent out four diesel tankers since the deal was agreed, with the Talisman and the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Nov 2026 13:09 LONDON
Poland says Europe needs Cold War-style deterrence for AI warfare
Poland has called for Europe to develop a deterrence model similar to the Cold War doctrine of mutually assured destruction in response to AI-powered warfare. Deputy Prime Minister Krzysztof Gawkowski said the technology is becoming a force multiplier that could force a major rethink of the continent's shared security. He argued that the threat is no longer limited to ordinary cybercrime, but increasingly involves state-backed adversaries.Gawkowski, who also oversees Poland's Ministry for Digital Affairs, said the number of cyberattacks in the country could rise tenfold in 2027 as frontier large language models become more capable and more widely available. He... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Nov 2026 07:32 LONDON
New Zealand election early results show governing National Party ahead as count continues
Early results from New Zealand's general election show the governing centre-right National Party ahead of the opposition centre-left Labour Party, with the count still under way after polling closed on Saturday. The Electoral Commission said the centrist Opportunity Party is expected to clear the 5% threshold needed to enter parliament. The result points to a potentially fragmented parliament, with coalition talks likely to shape the next government.With 31.19% of the vote counted so far, National is ahead of Labour on 28.35%, according to the early tally. Polling stations opened at 9am on Saturday local time and closed at 7pm, and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Nov 2026 06:59 LONDON
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US Treasury sanctions eight Canadian money exchange firms over Iran ties
The United States has imposed sanctions on eight Canadian currency-exchange businesses, saying they helped Iranian entities evade financial restrictions and move funds through digital assets. The action was announced on Friday as part of what the Treasury Department called Operation Economic Outcast. The firms are based in Ontario and British Columbia, according to the Treasury.The department said the businesses included Million Exchange, Amin Exchange and Cryptoyal. It said some of the firms converted Iranian rials and other currencies into digital assets such as cryptocurrency, and that some also helped an alleged head of a drug trafficking ring. Treasury Secretary Scott... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Nov 2026 05:29 LONDON
Paraguay crisis deepens as Santiago Pena is impeached, arrested and Pedro Alliana takes over
Paraguay's political and financial crisis deepened on Friday after Congress impeached President Santiago Pena and authorities placed him under house arrest. Senators then appointed Pedro Alliana, the former vice president, as president shortly after the vote, marking a rapid transfer of power in the capital. The move followed the collapse of Uneo Bank, which left almost half the country unable to access their accounts and triggered public anger across the country.Senate President Basilio Nunez said Mr Pena was found guilty of poor performance in his duties after 44 of 45 senators voted for impeachment, with one absent. Prosecutor Silvia Margarita... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Nov 2026 04:31 LONDON
UN warns millions displaced in Sudan risk losing shelter as aid funds run low
Millions of people displaced by Sudan's war are at risk of losing access to emergency shelter as humanitarian funding runs short and aid stocks are being depleted, according to a joint warning from the UN refugee agency and the International Organization for Migration. The agencies said 15.4 million people across Sudan urgently need emergency shelter and basic household items. They said current resources mean humanitarian groups can prioritise only about 10 percent of those in need.The statement said only 936,000 people have received assistance so far, leaving a wide gap between needs and available support. The agencies said they are... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 17:02 LONDON
Azerbaijan and Ukraine sign expanded energy, defence and trade agreements in Uzhhorod
Azerbaijan and Ukraine have signed a new package of cooperation agreements covering energy, defence, trade, transport and technology after talks in the western Ukrainian city of Uzhhorod. The meeting marked the 14th session of their Joint Intergovernmental Commission and was the first time the body has convened on Ukrainian territory since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion. Officials said the agreements are intended to strengthen economic ties while also supporting Ukraine's wartime energy resilience.The talks were co-chaired by Azerbaijani Energy Minister Parviz Shahbazov and Ukrainian First Deputy Prime Minister and Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal. The two sides adopted a formal... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 14:05 LONDON
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South Africa ANC faces sharper local election losses as coalition talks begin
With more than 80% of ballots counted, South Africa's African National Congress is on course for a sharper-than-expected setback in the local elections, falling to 31.8% of the national vote. The result would leave the former liberation movement well below its 2021 showing and deepen concerns about its long-term electoral decline. Coalition negotiations have already begun behind closed doors as parties position themselves for control of municipalities and major cities.The Democratic Alliance is on 24.1%, while uMkhonto weSizwe, the party led by former president Jacob Zuma, is on 9.3%, according to the latest figures cited in the reporting. Turnout has... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 13:31 LONDON
EU struggles to block Russian war veterans from entering Europe amid database limits
European Union countries are struggling to keep Russian soldiers and war veterans out of Europe because of legal and bureaucratic obstacles that have slowed the addition of names to the bloc's shared security database. Ukraine has supplied European authorities with the identities of more than half a million Russian soldiers, but EU states have entered fewer than 1% of those names into the Schengen Information System after almost a year of work. The issue has become a practical test of how the bloc handles security risks linked to the war in Ukraine.The information is being compiled by Ukraine and shared... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 10:34 LONDON
Qantas warns of fare rises and 4% domestic flight cuts as fuel prices stay elevated
Qantas has said it will raise fares and cut domestic capacity as it continues to face higher fuel costs linked to the Middle East war. The airline said domestic flights across Qantas and Jetstar will be reduced by a total of 4% in 2027. It also said it expects fuel prices to remain high through the new financial year.In a market update released on Friday morning ahead of its annual general meeting, the carrier said it would continue to adjust fares and capacity in response to higher fuel costs. Qantas said it expects fuel costs of A$3.8 billion for the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 04:32 LONDON
California governor commutes all 548 death sentences amid ongoing debate over capital punishment
California Governor Gavin Newsom has commuted the death sentences of all 548 people on death row in the state, replacing them with life in prison without the possibility of parole. The announcement is being described as the largest mass clemency in United States history. It effectively clears California's death row, although the state has not executed a prisoner for 20 years.Newsom said he took the action because he believes state-sanctioned killing is incompatible with California's values and undermines the legal system. In an open letter, he cited moral concerns, the high cost of capital punishment and the risk of human... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Nov 2026 03:29 LONDON
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UNHCR warns displaced people face climate hazards ahead of COP31 in Turkey
The United Nations refugee agency has warned that nearly 90 million forcibly displaced people are living in countries highly exposed to climate hazards. The warning comes days before the COP31 climate summit in Turkey, where governments are expected to discuss ways to respond to rising climate risks. The agency said droughts, floods and extreme heat are making it harder to find lasting solutions for people forced from their homes.According to the agency, three-quarters of the world's displaced people are now in countries facing severe exposure to climate-related hazards. It said the problem affects refugees and other forcibly displaced people who... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Nov 2026 23:59 LONDON
China warns of retaliation as EU weighs new trade defence tool
China's ambassador to the European Union has warned that Beijing would retaliate if Brussels adopts restrictive measures against Chinese interests. The warning comes as the European Commission considers a new trade defence instrument designed to respond more quickly to market disruption linked to imports. The proposal has been described as a fast-response mechanism that could limit access to the EU market in certain circumstances.Cai Run said China opposes what he called the politicisation of economic and trade issues, the stretching of security concepts, and the use of unilateral pressure. He added that if the EU insists on restrictive and discriminatory... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Nov 2026 11:35 LONDON
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Bank of England expected to raise rates for first time in more than three years
The Bank of England is expected to raise interest rates on Thursday, in what would be the first increase in the benchmark rate for more than three years. Most analysts are forecasting a rise from 3.75% to 4%, a move that would increase borrowing costs for households and businesses while improving returns for savers. The announcement is due at 12:00 GMT, with markets also watching closely for any guidance on the future path of policy.The expected decision comes after the Monetary Policy Committee left rates unchanged at its last six meetings. The Bank rate has fallen from its 2023-24 peak... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Nov 2026 00:32 LONDON
Sudan and Ethiopia trade diplomatic expulsions amid border tensions
Ethiopia has ordered six Sudanese diplomats to leave the country within 48 hours and closed Sudan's consulate in the border town of Assosa, according to reports cited in the supplied material. The move marks a sharp escalation in the diplomatic dispute between the two neighbours. It comes after Sudan lodged official complaints against Ethiopia over accusations that Addis Ababa is backing the Rapid Support Forces.The reports say Ethiopian authorities summoned Sudan's ambassador on Sunday to announce the consulate closure, and that the staff left on Tuesday evening. A senior Ethiopian official was cited as saying the six consulate staff had... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Nov 2026 00:29 LONDON
Democrats gain ground in U.S. midterms as Texas Senate race is projected
James Talarico's victory in the Texas Senate race has been projected, adding to a broader Democratic showing in the U.S. midterm elections. Supporters reacted with cheers as the result was announced at an election-night gathering, where the mood was described as jubilant. If confirmed, it would make Talarico the first Democrat elected to the US Senate from Texas since 1988.The projection comes as Democrats are reported to have taken control of both chambers of Congress, marking a significant shift in Washington. In the Texas contest, supporters celebrated what they saw as a historic breakthrough in a state long dominated by... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 10:01 LONDON
Former US contractor pleads guilty to leaking classified intelligence to Ethiopia
An Ethiopian-born American citizen has pleaded guilty to passing highly classified intelligence to Ethiopian officials, including material prosecutors said he hoped would help target fighters during the country's civil war. Abraham Teklu Lemma, a former US contractor, admitted sharing dozens of classified documents and photographs over more than two years. The case centres on information taken from secure US government facilities and sent to senior figures in Ethiopia's political, military and intelligence establishments.According to the US Department of Justice, the 54-year-old worked as a contractor at the State Department, the Justice Department and the National Reconnaissance Office, which operates US... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 07:05 LONDON
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Democrats score historic statewide upset in Texas as Talarico and Hinojosa win
Democrat James Talarico has won a US Senate seat in Texas, defeating state attorney general Ken Paxton in a result described as a historic blow to Republicans. In a separate statewide contest, Democrat Gina Hinojosa unseated incumbent Governor Greg Abbott, according to the supplied report. The twin victories mark a major political shift in a state long regarded as a Republican stronghold.Talarico, a former schoolteacher, told supporters at a victory rally in Austin that his campaign had "defeated Goliath". He said the race had pitted his side against "the richest man in the world, the most powerful man in the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 07:02 LONDON
Democrats regain control of the US Senate as Texas delivers major upset
Democrats have regained control of the US Senate after projected wins in a series of closely fought midterm races across several states. The latest and most striking result came in Texas, where James Talarico defeated Republican Ken Paxton in what was described as a major upset. The outcome adds to a broader Democratic sweep that has shifted control of Congress.Talarico's victory is the first time a Democrat has won a US Senate seat in Texas since 1988. He campaigned on the rising cost of living and emerged from relative obscurity to become a central figure in the race. The contest... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 05:59 LONDON
Democrats win surprise Senate pickups in North and South Carolina
Democrats have won surprise Senate races in North Carolina and South Carolina, according to projections from multiple outlets, in a result that strengthens their path to control of the chamber in the US midterm elections. The two victories came as Republicans went into Tuesday holding a 53-47 majority and needing to defend several seats across the country. The results were described as a setback for President Donald Trump and his party in a contest that remains close overall.In North Carolina, Democrat Roy Cooper was projected to defeat Trump-backed Republican Michael Whatley, giving Democrats a crucial pickup in a state that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 03:59 LONDON
THE GROWTH ILLUSION: HOW GDP TRICKERY MASKED THE DEATH OF THE MIDDLE CLASS
We are fed a daily diet of triumphant economic headlines. The S&P 500 hits record highs, corporate earnings smash forecasts, and central bankers beam at GDP charts pointing up and to the right. Politicians line up to remind us how much "wealthier" we are compared to our parents or grandparents. On paper, they are right. The average worker makes vastly more dollars today than at any point in human history. But step outside the spreadsheet and into the street, and the math fails the reality test. If we are so undeniably prosperous, why does buying a modest home feel like... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 01 Sep 2026 13:58 LONDON
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The Ghosn Paradox The Imperial Savior, His Cinematic Escape, and the Desperate Call to Salvage a Crumbling Nissan
The Man Who Defied Corporate Gravity Few corporate sagas in modern history possess the cinematic drama, geopolitical friction, and sheer psychological tension as the rise and fall of Carlos Ghosn. Once lauded as the ultimate transnational executive, a multi-lingual titan capable of bridging disparate business cultures, Ghosn became the absolute center of a global firestorm. His story cuts through the pristine facade of global corporate governance to reveal a messy underbelly of nationalism, legal vulnerability, and strategic failure. Rebuilding an Empire from the Ashes of Bankruptcy The mythos of Carlos Ghosn began in 1999. Nissan, one of Japan's proudest manufacturing... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 27 Jun 2026 08:19 LONDON
Fear the Shia, Arm the Sunnis: The Uncomfortable Numbers Behind America’s War Narrative
“When fear is managed carefully enough, a nation can be taught to look away from the blood on the floor and stare instead at the shadow on the wall.” A friend of mine, whose name I will not reveal because he asked me not to, sat across from me over dinner and placed a question on the table that would not leave me alone. He was born into a Muslim Shia background, and for the angle of this article, that detail matters, not because I wish to reduce a man to a sect, but because sect has become one of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 23 May 2026 08:00 LONDON
GAS, GOD, AND GUNS: The Secret Agenda Behind the Washington Talks and the Death of the Maritime Border
The mahogany tables of the U.S. State Department are hosting a ghost today. As official delegations from Israel and Lebanon convene for a third round of high-stakes negotiations this Friday, May 8, 2026, the air in Washington is thick with the scent of a "peace" that looks increasingly like a strategic ambush. While the world watches the diplomatic theatre, the reality on the ground in Southern Lebanon tells a story of a predatory recalibration. Prime Minister Netanyahu isn’t just looking for a ceasefire; he is aiming to hit three birds with one single, devastating stone: the annexation of land, the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 08 May 2026 12:29 LONDON
There Is Good in Every Bad
Power, Greed, Oil, and the Theater of Modern Geopolitics The Business Model of Power Donald Trump does not govern like a traditional politician. He governs like a negotiator who believes every geopolitical crisis is leverage, every war threat is a bargaining chip, and every market panic is an opportunity. When markets tremble, someone profits. The question is, who? Global markets react instantly to political tension. Gold rises when conflict looms. Oil spikes when instability threatens production. Stock markets collapse on fear, then rebound on reassurance. Volatility is not chaos, it is opportunity. Historically, gold has surged during major geopolitical crises,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 18 Feb 2026 17:11 LONDON
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