World Regions - Page 34

March 8

Italy's dugout espresso machine tradition fuels hot start in World Baseball Classic

Team Italy brought authentic Italian culture to the World Baseball Classic with an espresso machine in their dugout, which has been used for their unique home run celebrations.

March 8

US-sanctioned Mojtaba Khamenei named Iran’s next supreme leader after father’s death: reports

Mojtaba Khamenei, son of Iran's current late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was reportedly chosen as the next supreme leader under pressure from the IRGC.

March 8

Before-and-after satellite imagery offers a rare look at damage inside Iran

Satellite images reveal extensive damage across Iran following the U.S.-Israeli strikes, showing burning facilities and destruction from Tehran to the Gulf.

March 8

Trump admin turns Venezuela into major US oil supplier as global shipping crisis eases

Major policy shift sees Venezuela become key U.S. oil supplier under Trump administration, with new contracts signed for Gulf Coast refineries.

March 8

Trump warns Iran’s new leader won’t ‘last long’ without his approval

Trump warns Iran's new leader won't "last long" without U.S. approval as Operation Epic Fury enters second week following Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's assassination.

March 8

The unlikely tool Trump is eyeing to tackle rising oil prices amid the Iran conflict

War-risk insurance costs surge as conflict threatens oil shipments through Strait of Hormuz, potentially driving up gas prices for American consumers.

March 8

Eileen Gu serves as grand marshal for Chinese New Year parade in San Francisco

Controversial Olympic skier Eileen Gu was the grand marshal for the Chinese New Year festivities that took place in San Francisco on Saturday.

March 8

CENTCOM issues safety warning to Iranian civilians as regime uses ‘heavily populated’ areas for launches

CENTCOM warned Iranian civilians to avoid military-linked sites, accusing Tehran of launching drones and missiles from populated areas.

March 8

Cartels fear US retaliation as Trump-era pressure reshapes strategy: 'They fear the United States'

Mexican drug cartels reportedly avoid targeting American tourists due to fear of U.S. retaliation, especially under Trump's terrorist designation.

March 8

Balkans on edge: Kosovo political crisis sparks fears of renewed instability

Trump ally Kosovo President Osmani calls snap elections after parliamentary deadlock blocks presidential vote, creating political uncertainty in the Balkans.