- Iran War Live Updates: Trump Says Iran to Allow More Oil Ships Through Strait of Hormuz
by The New York Times on March 30, 2026 at 7:28 amPresident Trump characterized the move as a “sign of respect” even as fighting between Israel and Iran continued and the war dragged into its second month.
- In Australia, Victoria and Tasmania Waive Transit Fares as Fuel Prices Soar
by Laura Chung on March 30, 2026 at 7:26 amThe measures in Victoria and Tasmania are temporary, but show how far and how intensely the oil shock from the war in Iran has spread.
- Middle East crisis live: Trump says he wants to ‘take the oil’ in Iran and could seize Kharg Island ‘easily’
by Yohannes Lowe (now); Vicky Graham and Adam Fulton (earlier) on March 30, 2026 at 7:45 amUS president tells Financial Times his ‘preference would be to take the oil’ but that ‘some stupid people back in the US say: “why are you doing that?”’Full report: Iran accuses US of plotting ground assault while publicly seeking […]
- Victorian Liberals to hold another preselection after candidate who defeated Moira Deeming withdraws
by Benita Kolovos Victorian state correspondent on March 30, 2026 at 7:37 amDinesh Gourisetty ‘not welcome’ in party after revelations he provided court reference for a friend convicted of sexually assaulting a childFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news […]
- UK ministers explore ‘targeted’ energy bill relief for those most in need
on March 30, 2026 at 4:00 amLower-cost scheme could be delivered through councils under one option being considered
- America’s gig economy
on March 30, 2026 at 4:00 amSelf-employment, at both the high and the low end, is keeping consumption afloat — but for how long?