Today
What happens to global oil if Iran tries to close Strait of Hormuz?
Iran would have no legal authority to order a halt to traffic through the key shipping waterway, but has said it will reserve all options to defend itself.
Flights cancelled, rerouted as Middle East conflict escalates
Updated travel advice warns of the possible closure of airspace around transit hubs in the Middle East, affecting flights globally.
Yesterday
US military in Middle East braces for Iran’s revenge
The strikes on the Iranian nuclear sites have ushered in a period of high alert as the Pentagon prepares for almost-certain retaliation against American forces in the region.
This Month
Is Australia selling off its energy security to the UAE?
While the government should typically avoid interfering in commercial decisions, safeguarding Australia’s future gas supplies is paramount.
Waitlist grows for Trump’s $7.7m golden visa
Nearly 70,000 people have registered for the scheme granting foreigners legal residency in the US if they pay a hefty sum, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said.
The vast arsenal Trump could deploy if he strikes Iran
The military assets are huge, but it’s unclear whether the president will deepen US involvement beyond helping Israel defend against Iranian air attacks.
Market debates whether Abu Dhabi will help or hinder Santos’ ambitions
While some brokers said a well-funded backer would accelerate projects in Narrabri and Beetaloo, others are concerned they will suffer as focus drifts elsewhere.
Iran’s regime is fighting for survival
Forty years after its war with Iraq, the Islamic republic faces a new existential test.
May
Nvidia’s Huang lashes Trump’s China AI ban but spells out chip boom
The technology giant buoyed investors with a bullish outlook for the growth in artificial intelligence, but warned it was ceding markets where it cannot sell.
Middle East’s Nvidia demand could add $1trn to AI market boom
Sovereign AI deals have become key to Nvidia’s strategy to entice customers beyond Silicon Valley and reduce its reliance on big tech companies, and China.
Why is Trump so obsessed with other men’s looks?
The US president has never made a secret of his preoccupation with looks. But what has increased is the amount of time he devotes to the appearance of men.
Nvidia seeks to build its business beyond big tech
The chipmaker is establishing ties with nation states and ‘neoclouds’ in an effort to reduce reliance on Microsoft, Amazon and Google.
AI on the agenda as Trump visits United Arab Emirates
The two countries have finalised a technology framework agreement that was expected to be signed during the US president’s official visit to the Middle Eastern nation.
Trump touts $1.5trn in Saudi investment, lifts Syria sanctions
The US president and Saudi Arabia’s de facto ruler, Prince Mohammed bin Salman, announced major deals in Riyadh, but the figures don’t quite add up.
Trump goes for gold in the Middle East
The US president’s visit to the region is focused on the money that’s on offer. Israel and Gaza are not part of the equation for instant returns.
Trump seeks bromance and billions as he heads to Gulf
The US president expects a flurry of deals on his first official foreign trip, but he’ll still have to discuss the war in Gaza roiling the region.
Disney to open new Middle East theme park in Abu Dhabi
Disney will open its first Middle East theme park on an island outside Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates.
Arada will use builder Roberts Co to expand into Australian housing
The Dubai-headquartered developer will use its new Australian arm to help realise a planned pipeline of 5000 homes.
April
Dubai chocolate sparks pistachio shortage as TikTokers go nuts
A TikTok craze has helped drive pistachio kernel prices from $US7.65 a pound a year ago to around $US10.30 a pound now as importers scramble for supplies.
Would you pay $900,000 to live in Valencia? This couple did
While Spain and Portugal are cancelling or tightening their golden visa schemes, expats and retirees are finding other ways to live out their lifestyle fantasies.