Economy

United Airlines CEO said U.S. airfares could soon rise as Iran war drives up oil prices

Updated on: March 6, 2026 / 4:28 PM EST / CBS News

German twist in the Telegraph tale shatters Lord Rothermere’s dreams

The European media giant Axel Springer has scuppered the Daily Mail owner. But why did it not bid sooner? And what will Brexit-backing readers think?

US lost 92,000 jobs in February just before Trump joined Iran conflict

The unemployment rate was 4.4% in February, with 130,000 jobs added in January

Iran war pushes oil price above $90, threatening rise in global inflation

Reports Kuwait was cutting output pushed up cost of barrel of Brent crude to highest weekly gain since Covid pandemic began

From late-night shots to sipping with soda: how tequila took over

Forget sombrero lids and student nights, the agave-derived Mexican spirit has become the sophisticated drink choice. Here’s why – plus five of the best tequila cocktails

Philippines orders energy cuts in response to Middle East war

South-east Asian country limits air conditioning and travel for public officials amid soaring fuel prices