Members of Hong Kong’s ethnic minority groups enjoy near-universal access to digital devices but are not benefiting as much as they could from online services, the equality watchdog has said, urging the government to harness AI to provide multilingual support and simplify app registration. In a study released on Thursday on improving the digital divide among ethnic minority groups, Equal Opportuni...
Members of Hong Kong’s ethnic minority groups enjoy near-universal access to digital devices but are not benefiting as much as they could from online services, the equality watchdog has said, urging the government to harness AI to provide multilingual support and simplify app registration. In a study released on Thursday on improving the digital divide among ethnic minority groups, Equal Opportunities Commission chairwoman Linda Lam Mei-sau said members of the community primarily used electronic...
A man pumps gas at an Exxon station as the price of oil and gas has surged amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Washington, D.C., U.S., March 5, 2026. Ken Cedeno | Reuters As the Iran war continues, and traffic through the Strait of Hormuz , a key global oil shipping route, remains stalled, many Americans are seeing higher gas prices . That elevated cost threatens to offset larger tax refu...
A man pumps gas at an Exxon station as the price of oil and gas has surged amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Washington, D.C., U.S., March 5, 2026. Ken Cedeno | Reuters As the Iran war continues, and traffic through the Strait of Hormuz , a key global oil shipping route, remains stalled, many Americans are seeing higher gas prices . That elevated cost threatens to offset larger tax refunds this season, depending on how long the Iran conflict lasts, some experts say. Iran on Wednesday received President Donald Trump 's 15-point plan to end the war , which initially lowered crude oil prices. But that drop reversed on Thursday after the country rejected the U.S. ceasefire offer . Meanwhile, American consumers are still paying higher prices at the pump. The price of gasoline on Thursday was at a nationwide average of $3.98 a gallon, up by roughly 33% from one month ago, according to AAA . Those higher gas prices could chip away at the windfall received by some taxpayers this spring. As of Mar. 13, the average refund amount for individual filers was $3,623, about $350 more than a year earlier, according to the latest IRS data. Read more CNBC personal finance coverage Higher gas prices from Iran war could offset Trump's bigger tax refunds Single women see homeownership as 'a wealth-building tool,' economist says Amid March Madness, NY Fed highlights sports betting toll on credit health Social Security benefits can top $100,000 a year for some couples Iran war may further 'chill' an already frozen job market, economist says More than 7 million student loan borrowers are in a defunct payment plan Lawmakers warn of price gouging amid Iran war — experts point to supply shocks Donating from your IRA has tax advantages. A bipartisan bill may expand options BlackRock CEO Fink: Trump accounts may be 'significant' wealth-building tool The uneven cost of tariffs: Why some households will pay more than others When it comes to private credit, 'some caution is reasonable,' ...
mesh cube/iStock via Getty Images Micron recently released stellar numbers for their Q2 2026 quarterly report. They blew Wall Street's expectations out of the water across the board! Their revenue, gross margin, earnings per share, and free cash flow all hit record highs.
mesh cube/iStock via Getty Images Micron recently released stellar numbers for their Q2 2026 quarterly report. They blew Wall Street's expectations out of the water across the board! Their revenue, gross margin, earnings per share, and free cash flow all hit record highs.
STRL's pivot to mission-critical projects fuels 69% revenue growth, record margins and strong backlog, positioning it ahead in high-value infrastructure.
STRL's pivot to mission-critical projects fuels 69% revenue growth, record margins and strong backlog, positioning it ahead in high-value infrastructure.
Robert Kaplan, vice chairman at Goldman Sachs, says, “the Fed is wise to be a risk manager here, not a prognosticator,” in response to the war in Iran. Kaplan also discusses the US economy, how the war has impacted financial activity in the Gulf, and what the firm is telling clients at this moment. (Source: Bloomberg)
Robert Kaplan, vice chairman at Goldman Sachs, says, “the Fed is wise to be a risk manager here, not a prognosticator,” in response to the war in Iran. Kaplan also discusses the US economy, how the war has impacted financial activity in the Gulf, and what the firm is telling clients at this moment. (Source: Bloomberg)
Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said on Thursday he had spoken to the leaders of Iran, Egypt, Turkey and other regional countries and said Malaysian vessels were now being allowed to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. Anwar in a televised address thanked Iran’s president for allowing the passage of Malaysian ships. “We are now in the process of releasing the Malaysian oil tankers and th...
Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said on Thursday he had spoken to the leaders of Iran, Egypt, Turkey and other regional countries and said Malaysian vessels were now being allowed to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. Anwar in a televised address thanked Iran’s president for allowing the passage of Malaysian ships. “We are now in the process of releasing the Malaysian oil tankers and the workers involved so that they may continue their journey home,” he said. Anwar said he talked...
Intuitive Machines, Inc. (LUNR) witnessed a jump in share price last session on above-average trading volume. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions for the stock doesn't suggest further strength down the road.
Intuitive Machines, Inc. (LUNR) witnessed a jump in share price last session on above-average trading volume. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions for the stock doesn't suggest further strength down the road.