WASHINGTON (AP) — In a setback for the Trump administration, a federal judge in New York ruled Wednesday that businesses which paid tariffs invalidated last month by the Supreme Court are entitled to refunds. Judge Richard Eaton of the U.S. Court of International Trade stated that “all importers of record” should “benefit” from the Supreme Court’s decision striking down the broad, double-digit import duties President Donald Trump imposed last year under the 1977 International Emergency Economic

Airfares to Asia from both Europe and Australia have surged sharply following the closure of key Middle Eastern airports amid the war involving the United States, Israel, and Iran. According to media reports, airline websites show that tickets on many popular routes are sold out several days in advance. Airfares to Asia reach record highs The temporary shutdown of major Gulf airports, including Dubai — the world’s busiest international hub handling more than 1,000 flights daily — has

March 2 - Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy stated on Monday that Russia’s armed forces have not achieved the objectives they outlined last year and are unlikely to accomplish the further advances Moscow is reportedly seeking. Speaking to reporters in Kyiv, Zelenskiy said the Kremlin’s ambition to seize the entirety of eastern Ukraine, along with additional southern territories, remains in place. He added that Russia is also aiming to push toward the southeastern city of Dnipro and is

A clear majority of Ukrainians – 70% of those surveyed – do not believe that the current negotiations will lead to a lasting peace. These findings were published by the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology (KIIS). According to the report, 70% of respondents say they do not expect the ongoing talks to result in sustainable peace. Meanwhile, 25% believe that such an outcome is possible, and 5% remain undecided. Compared to mid-January 2026, public opinion on this issue has not changed. KIIS

LONDON/ABU DHABI, Feb 28 – The United States and Israel carried out coordinated strikes on Iran on Saturday, aiming at senior leadership targets and triggering a fresh wave of conflict in the Middle East. President Donald Trump said the action was intended to eliminate a security threat and create an opening for Iranians to challenge their government. The developments unsettled neighboring oil-producing Gulf Arab states as concerns about a broader escalation mounted. Tehran responded swiftly,

It’s lunchtime on a frigid Wednesday in Toronto’s Financial District, and the streets feel strangely deserted. Snow sweeps sideways through the corridors of glass and steel, the sky hangs heavy and grey, and visibility is limited. A small number of pedestrians, bundled tightly in oversized parkas, shuffle along the slushy sidewalks of Adelaide Street West, enduring a biting 7F (-14C) windchill beneath looming office towers. Beyond them, there is little movement. A first-time visitor might

Ocado has announced plans to eliminate 1,000 roles as the retail technology group seeks to save £150m through a sweeping restructuring effort. The company said around 5% of its global workforce will be impacted, with approximately two-thirds of the reductions taking place in the UK. Most of the affected positions will be cut from its UK operations, headquartered in Hatfield, Hertfordshire. Roughly half of the roles being eliminated are in technology, while the remainder are support positions.

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — More than a dozen senior European leaders gathered in Ukraine’s capital on Tuesday to demonstrate solidarity on the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion — a somber landmark in a war that has claimed tens of thousands of lives and heightened fears across Europe about the breadth of Moscow’s ambitions. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy struck a resolute tone despite the immense human and material losses, declaring that Russia has neither “broken

The authorities of South Korea have asked the Russian Embassy to remove a massive banner displayed on the facade of its building in Seoul. The banner, written in Russian and reading “Victory will be ours,” appeared just ahead of the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. According to Reuters, South Korea’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs formally conveyed its dissatisfaction to Russian diplomats. It remains unclear whether the embassy has issued any response to the request.

Taylor Swift secured the best-selling album of 2025, while K-pop artists claimed many of the year’s biggest songs, according to newly released industry data. Swift’s 12th studio record, The Life of a Showgirl, ranked as the most popular album worldwide, topping the annual global chart issued by the IFPI. At the same time, Blackpink member Rosé delivered the year’s biggest international single. Her collaboration with Bruno Mars, APT, surpassed two billion streams globally. This marks the first

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — The Environmental Protection Agency on Friday rolled back limits on mercury and other hazardous emissions from coal-fired power plants, marking the Trump administration’s latest move to support the fossil fuel sector by scaling back air and water regulations. Pollution from coal- and oil-burning plants can interfere with brain development in children and is linked to heart attacks and other serious health issues in adults. These facilities are also among the leading

Across the UK, there is a long-standing habit of christening walking routes after some of history’s most colourful troublemakers. Poets with questionable habits, ambitious plotters and controversial monarchs all seem to earn a place on signposts. In that spirit, a 30-mile weekend hike honouring the Mortimer family — and especially their most infamous member, Sir Roger — feels entirely fitting. Sir Roger Mortimer was not a man of modest reputation. He allegedly conducted an affair with Queen

US special envoy Steve Witkoff stated that discussions between Ukraine and Russia had led to “meaningful progress” toward ending the war, as both delegations prepared to continue a second day of negotiations in Geneva on Wednesday. Despite this, expectations for a major breakthrough remain limited. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky argued that it was “not fair” for US President Donald Trump to repeatedly press Kyiv to make concessions, warning that “peace cannot be achieved by handing

NEW YORK (AP) — While death and taxes may be unavoidable parts of life, leaving your loved ones with a large financial burden doesn’t have to be. Affluent individuals have long used strategies to preserve wealth and pass it on to the next generation with minimal interference from taxes. However, the same tools and techniques can also benefit those with more modest savings who want to optimize what they leave behind. “It’s a carefully planned game, often played over many years,” explains Mark

Amid the weathered brick buildings of an industrial district in eastern Leipzig, Germany, an enormous white globe seems to float above a historic boiler house. Its appearance stirs the imagination — is it a cosmic satellite, a futuristic structure, or an oversized celestial orb? This impressive 12-meter structure, known as the Niemeyer Sphere, is the final project envisioned by acclaimed Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer. It’s a remarkable addition to his portfolio, embodying his passion for

Three decades have passed since the Sea Empress oil tanker ran aground, causing catastrophic damage to some of south Wales’ most iconic beaches. The spill devastated a wildlife-rich stretch of the Pembrokeshire coast, killing thousands of seabirds. Efforts to refloat the damaged vessel and guide it to safety took nearly a week as the crisis unfolded. The event, widely seen as a turning point in how environmental issues were perceived by the public, still sparks strong emotions and questions

Chic lakeside cabins in Somerset Tucked around a serene lake in south Somerset are six vintage-inspired luxury huts forming The Shepherds Hut Retreat. Each comes equipped with a sleek kitchen and bathroom, a private hot tub area, and delightful extras like telescopes, gin stations, pizza ovens, fire pits, and hammocks. A sauna hidden among the trees adds to the charm. The most opulent of them, named 1898, draws design influence from the Pig hotels. A scenic mile-long walk leads to the Lord

LONDON, Feb 13 – Ukraine anticipates that its new $8.2 billion agreement with the International Monetary Fund will receive official approval within the coming weeks, according to the country’s top debt official. This development marks a significant milestone as Ukraine enters the fifth year of its conflict with Russia. This new IMF arrangement, set to follow the current $15.6 billion programme, aims to support Ukraine’s financial stability and government expenditures, amid expectations of a