Category politics

US Airlines Face Rising Jet Fuel Costs

Jet fuel costs soar as Middle East tensions rise US airlines are dealing with increasing jet fuel costs due to rising Brent crude oil prices past $100 per barrel. The US jet fuel market has been tightening since March, although there haven't been concerns about sho

Congress Stock Trading Ban Criticized

Lawmakers still own individual stocks despite ban The House passed legislation banning individual stock trading among members of Congress, their spouses, and dependent children. The bill, known as the 'Stop Insider Trading Act', was passed in a 232-198 vote.

US Halts Airstrikes Against Iran

US military stops airstrikes amid diplomatic efforts The US has paused its airstrikes against Iran after nearly two weeks of escalating attacks. Diplomatic efforts are underway to prevent the conflict from expanding into a broader regional war. The pause in