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Following a joint U.S.-Israeli strike, Iran has continued missile and drone attacks across the Persian Gulf, and Gulf states have said they may respond to protect regional security.

A joint U.S. and Israeli attack on Iran has raised concerns about disruptions to shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, and oil prices rose after the news.

Rocket sirens sounded across Israel after Iran fired a new barrage of missiles; authorities reported no casualties and asked people to remain near protected spaces.

Reports say Iran carried out strikes across the Gulf of Oman, and the Palau-flagged tanker Skylight was struck off Oman's Musandam Peninsula, prompting an evacuation and reported injuries.

A proposed WNBA collective bargaining agreement would allow All‑WNBA first and second team players on rookie deals to sign max contracts in their fourth year, which would make Caitlin Clark eligible in 2027; the proposal also raises the league salary cap and average pay, and an agreement is needed by March 10 for the season to start on May 8.

U.S. officials report waves of Iranian missile and drone strikes across the Middle East that have tested regional defenses; a drone strike in Kuwait killed six U.S. servicemembers and three F-15s were downed by apparent friendly fire, CENTCOM said.

The prime minister said the government is 'looking at all options' to support British nationals after a limited number of Etihad flights, including EY67 to Heathrow, departed Abu Dhabi while much regional airspace remains closed.

ASML told Reuters it is expanding beyond its EUV lithography business into advanced packaging and other chipmaking tools, and its chief technology officer said the company is researching longer-term directions including whether it can print larger chip sizes.

Upgrading central heating—such as a modern boiler, smart controls or a heat pump—can improve efficiency, but pairing those upgrades with better insulation reduces heat loss and typically yields stronger overall performance and lower heat demand.

Young Chinese are buying low-cost apartments in developments such as the 'Life in Venice' complex, and some say the low rents (around 1,200 RMB a month) let them step away from high-pressure careers and live with much lower monthly costs.

Merck and Eisai announced first results from the Phase 3 LITESPARK-011 trial evaluating Welireg plus Lenvima in advanced renal cell carcinoma; the data are being presented as a late-breaking oral abstract at the 2026 ASCO Genitourinary Cancers Symposium.

DBV Technologies reported that its Phase 3 Vitesse trial of the Viaskin Peanut Patch met its primary endpoint, with 46.6% of treated children meeting responder criteria at 12 months versus 14.8% for placebo; most adverse events were mild local application-site reactions.

Arkansas State Police agreed with a prosecutor's decision to drop charges after a trooper used a tactical vehicle intervention to stop a car that later was found to be carrying a child in a medical emergency; the agency's Office of Professional Standards Division is investigating.

The St. Louis Cardinals extended manager Oli Marmol for two years through the 2028 season with a club option for 2029, and an article cites Jim Bowden praising the move as a fit for a young manager leading a rebuilding team.

Reuters reported that the United States and Israel launched strikes on Iran that the article said killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, and much of Middle Eastern airspace remained closed with airlines cancelling or suspending many routes.

Officials reported missile and drone strikes on Dubai, with hotels, the airport and a port sustaining damage; many residents sheltered indoors and flights were grounded.

Bam Adebayo has 21 regular-season games to build belief within the Miami Heat, seeking buy-in from teammates, coach Erik Spoelstra and former great Dwyane Wade after a season of mixed results.

The Living Wage For All Act would raise Maryland's minimum wage from $15 to $25 by 2030, eliminate the tip credit starting in 2031, and tie future increases to inflation beginning in 2033.

Police said about 4,000 protesters marched on the U.S. consulate in Karachi; hospitals reported at least six people dead and dozens injured.

The Regal Princess diverted from its Galveston-to-Cozumel voyage on Feb. 23 to rescue four people from a small distressed boat; they were brought onboard, evaluated by the ship's medical team and are to be transferred at the ship's next scheduled port.

A man staying in a Simon Community hostel in Bangor said the lack of a permanent home felt demoralising, and a Public Accounts Committee report found Northern Ireland spent about £40m on temporary accommodation in 2024/25.

Passengers and staff evacuated a smoke-filled concourse at Dubai International Airport after a reported strike; Dubai Airports said four staff were treated for injuries and all flights were suspended until further notice.

Reports say 2025 saw negative net migration for the United States, with at least 180,000 citizens estimated to have moved abroad; experts point to rising costs and remote work as key drivers.

An article reviews three technology ETFs — VGT, JTEK and SOXX — and reports TipRanks' analyst-consensus ratings of Strong Buy with price-target implied upside of about 24% to 39%.

Dubai International Airport reported minor damage and evacuated passengers after a suspected missile strike; officials said four staff received medical attention and that most terminals had been cleared under contingency plans.

The Social Security Administration will implement a National Appointment Scheduling Calendar (NASC) and a National Workload Management (NWLM) system on March 7, moving toward a centralized model; officials say local field offices will remain the primary in-person contact.

U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran and reported retaliatory actions prompted shipping firms and authorities to advise vessels to avoid the Strait of Hormuz, slowing tanker traffic; oil trading was paused Saturday and markets are scheduled to reopen Sunday evening.

The U.N. Security Council will meet Saturday to discuss the Middle East, and U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres condemned U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran as undermining international peace and security.

Perak will ban single-use plastic bags starting March 1 and will allow a six-month adjustment period for businesses before local authorities begin enforcement.

Kimberly Lankford's Medicare 101 outlines Medicare parts and common enrollment pitfalls, noting the seven-month initial enrollment period and that missed sign-ups can lead to lifelong late penalties.