Iran War Live Updates: Israel Bombs Central Beirut and Tehran

12/03/2026 World News
Israeli airstrikes pounded the Lebanese and Iranian capitals. In Iran, the newly appointed leader vowed his country would avenge “the blood of the …
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"Petco (WOOF): Cautious Outlook Overshadows Revenue Success"

12/03/2026 Finance
Unravel the latest insights on Petco Health & Wellness Co Inc.'s stock performance. Eyed by BNP Paribas' seasoned analyst, the company's …

"Viking Therapeutics: Assessing Performance and Future Opportunities"

13/03/2026 Tech
Explore Viking Therapeutics' pioneering role in the biotech sector, focusing on their promising VK2735 program targeting metabolic and endocrine …

"VEON Prepares for Earnings Amid Pakistan Spectrum Acquisition"

12/03/2026 News
Global digital operator, VEON Ltd. prepares to release its quarterly earnings, backed by the thriving market position of its subsidiary, Jazz, in …

Israel-Iran Conflict: Iran War Live Updates: Hegseth Vows to Reopen Key Strait as U.S. Measures Fail to Calm Oil Fears

Published on: March 13, 2026, 1:03 pm

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said that the U.S. military would stop Iran from choking off the Strait of Hormuz but did not say how. Oil prices remained high even after the Trump administration eased restrictions on Russian shipments.

What Does It Mean to Have Air Superiority Over Iran?

Published on: March 13, 2026, 10:08 am

The American and Israeli air forces have a dominant advantage in the skies, but Iran can still muster some resistance.

Drone Strike Has Cyprus, and Europe, on Edge

Published on: March 13, 2026, 9:50 am

Allies have rushed to defend the Mediterranean nation, where the drone hit a British base. Some Cypriots wonder why the bases are still there.

Phones ‘Ringing Off the Hook’ for Ukraine Defense Firms as Mideast Seeks Help

Published on: March 13, 2026, 11:00 am

Ukraine wants to leverage its defense expertise into security partnerships and to reap potentially vast profits for its arms industry.

How the War in Iran Could Help China and Change Asia

Published on: March 13, 2026, 4:00 am

American officials have said for years that they would prioritize the Indo-Pacific. Now they’re moving warships, missiles and air defenses out for a war in the Middle East.

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5 Best Mortgage Refinance Companies of March 2026
Finding the right lender makes all the difference when you refinance a mortgage. We review the best mortgage refinance companies of 2026.
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Current Mortgage Rates: March 9 to March 13, 2026
Freddie Mac's benchmark mortgage rate jumped up to 6.11% for the week ending March 12, as the Iran War creates economic uncertainty.
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The 2027 Social Security COLA Is on Track to Look a Lot Like This Year’s
We won't know until October what the actual cost-of-living adjustment for 2027 will be, so the March estimate is all but certain to change.
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Gold Prices Today: March 12, 2026
Today’s gold prices see the precious metal move down from yesterday. Here are today’s gold futures prices and a quick snapshot of where gold was …
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7 Best VA Loan Lenders of 2026
A VA loan is one of the most important benefits available to military members. Finding the right lender helps you make the most of it.
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These 4 Simple Steps Can Help You Negotiate Your Credit Card Debt
Negotiating for better terms on your credit card debt is possible. Here's how to do it.
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How to Lower Your Taxable Income With Last-Minute IRA Contributions
If you have a traditional individual retirement account, or IRA, you can put money into it for the previous year right up to Tax Day.
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‘Such a Huge Tax Hit’: I Cashed Out a $14,000 Inherited IRA, and Now I Owe the IRS. What Can I Do?
An expert weighs in on a Reddit post about a person who reported a massive IRA withdrawal on their tax return — and ended up owing the IRS $2,500.
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