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Inflation in the US rises

Inflation in the US rises to its highest in two years

Inflation in the US rises to its highest rate in two years, as energy prices jump due to the Iran war.

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Are landline phones making a comeback?

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US and Iran agree to a ceasefire

Markets exhale as US and Iran agree to a ceasefire

Richard Saperstein at Treasury Partners says the ceasefire remains 'fragile', despite market relief.

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The mystery of Europe's most famous bog bodies

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Oil prices rise ahead of Trump Iran deadline

Markets react with volatility ahead of Trump Iran deadline

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Investors hoping for Iran war de-escelation

US stock markets are starting the month higher, as hopes grow that the war may soon de-escalate.

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Reports of a US peace plan for Iran send oil prices lower

Jon Cheigh at Cohen and Steers gives his take on Wall Street's reaction on a possible ceasefire.

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