The Saturday Essay

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Oil prices surged, hitting a fresh wartime high amid concerns the war in Iran could escalate with no resolution in sight.

Trump's blockade bet

Analysis: If the killing of Khamenei and weeks of bombing haven't broken Iran's resolve, will an economic crisis?

The euro-zone economy unexpectedly slowed at the start of 2026, with soaring energy costs threatening stagflation

Euro zone inflation jumps to 3% as economic growth almost stalls

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Premier League Burnley show manager Scott Parker the door

PICTURED

Man stabbed in Golders Green terror attack - as police issue update

The German economy grew 0.3% in the first quarter — more than expected amid the war in Iran

Golders Green victim: Labour to blame for anti-Semitic attacks

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Bank of England interest rate vote - what it means for your mortgage and money

Oil prices hit four-year high as interest rate decision looms – follow the latest

Govt announces extra £25m to protect Jewish communities after Golders Green attack

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Europe Today: Péter Magyar first visit to Brussels and China-EU tensions rising

David Allan Coe dies

The singer-songwriter who wrote the blue-collar anthem "Take This Job and Shove It'' has died. David Allan Coe was 86.

Brent oil surges above $126 a barrel after a report on potential US military action in Iran

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Oil prices surge to above $125 per barrel, the highest level since 2022, as Trump mulls Iran blockade extension