‘The wealthy poor’: Soaring food prices hurt Iranian families
Iranians from all walks of life struggle under the weight of rising inflation and war pressure.
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Petrol prices climb as US–Iran tensions disrupt markets
US petrol prices reach $4.00 per gallon (3.78 litres), marking the second week of increased costs for consumers.
Iran’s supreme leader warns US of ‘unforgettable lessons’ amid MoU breaches
Mojtaba Khamenei says Trump’s signature is ‘worthless’ and that ‘bullying’ is a core element of US foreign policy.
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As Chinese economy slows, experts say there will be ‘problems for Beijing’
While the ‘export engine is running very hot’, jobs are lagging, squeezing spending in China.
From: This is America
Can Trump Accounts close America’s wealth gap?
Trump cites record Wall Street highs as a boom sign, while gains favor the wealthy and costs strain Main Street.
Published On 16 Jul 2026
‘Escaping Beijing’: Why some young Chinese are quitting the capital
A slowing economy and rising prices are making it harder for young Chinese to thrive in the city.
US consumer prices drop in June as energy costs tumble
Inflation eased due to cheaper energy, but experts warn price increases may return after renewed US-Iran tensions.
Even if the Iran war ends, the next fossil fuel shock is already on its way
To prepare, the world needs to focus on building energy independence through renewables and decentralisation.
From: NewsFeed
Why the new US housing bill won’t fix the crisis
Why the new US housing bill won’t fix the crisis.
Published On 11 Jul 2026
Iran’s economy faces long road to recovery as fragile truce tested
The devastation that industrial facilities have taken from two wars in a year might take years to reverse, say analysts.
From: Counting the Cost
Can governments fix the global housing crisis?
From city skyscrapers to sprawling slums, a roof over your head has never been harder to afford.
Published On 29 Jun 2026
