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Rising diesel costs from Iran war strain US school budgets

Saturday, May 16 by SRN News

By Lisa Baertlein LOS ANGELES, May 16 (Reuters) - Soaring diesel prices since the onset of the Iran war are draining already tight U.S. school district budgets, making it more expensive to bus students and run generators in a shock officials say they will not... Read More.

Businesses are facing rising costs during the Iran war, and economists expect more strains ahead

Monday, May 11 by SRN News

NEW YORK (AP) - Costs are piling up for businesses during the U.S. and Israel's war against Iran - and many economists see a bleak outlook, with some bracing for a downturn in hiring and investment in the coming months. Nearly half of American business... Read More.

NHL salary cap rising to record $104M for 2026-27 season

Thursday, May 7 by SRN News

The NHL's salary cap will reach a record of $104 million per team in 2026-27, the league and the NHL Players Association announced Thursday. That figure is an increase of $8.5 million (8.9%) from the 2025-26 cap. The salary cap floor will be $76.9 million, making... Read More.

Whirlpool has been rattled by rising costs and that now means higher prices for customers

Thursday, May 7 by SRN News

Whirlpool appeared to be in a prime position to thrive, producing about 80% of its major appliances at American factories at a time when President Donald Trump has emphasized domestic manufacturing jobs and more production at home. This week, however, the company said that... Read More.

What to know about May Day demonstrations as workers face rising energy costs due to Iran war

Thursday, April 30 by SRN News

PARIS (AP) - Activists worldwide will march in May Day rallies Friday, calling for peace, higher wages and better working conditions as many workers grapple with rising energy costs and shrinking purchasing power tied to the Iran war. The day is a public holiday in... Read More.

Clorox cuts annual profit forecast on weaker demand, rising costs

Thursday, April 30 by SRN News

April 30 (Reuters) - Clorox cut its annual profit forecast on Thursday, as the Bleach maker battles weaker demand and rising costs tied to the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran. Rising energy, fuel and freight costs are squeezing consumers, prompting them to cut discretionary spending, including... Read More.

Experts warn of rising lead risks in Africa’s solar energy boom

Thursday, April 30 by SRN News

NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) - Years after a lead acid battery recycling plant shut down in Kenya's coastal city of Mombasa, residents of Owino Uhuru say they are still suffering from lead poisoning, a growing public health risk as Africa's clean energy boom drives a... Read More.

The Latest: Talks to end the war in Iran stall as economies feel the impact of rising energy costs

Wednesday, April 29 by SRN News

Talks between Iran and the United States on ending the war seemed stalled Wednesday, despite U.S. President Donald Trump earlier claiming Iran had informed his administration that it was in a "State of Collapse." "They want us to 'Open the Hormuz Strait,' as soon... Read More.

SLB, Baker Hughes see oil exploration spending rising as Iran war disrupts supply

Friday, April 24 by SRN News

By Arathy Somasekhar, Vallari Srivastava and Pooja Menon HOUSTON, April 24 (Reuters) - Top oilfield services companies SLB and Baker Hughes said on Friday they expect higher spending on oil exploration and production, as tighter global supplies driven by the Middle East conflict highlight... Read More.

What to know if your flight is canceled amid rising jet fuel costs

Friday, April 24 by SRN News

Airlines worldwide have begun canceling flights as the war in the Middle East strains jet fuel supplies and pushes up prices - but the disruption doesn't end there. For travelers, it can mean having to navigate a confusing web of passenger protections that vary widely... Read More.

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Rising diesel costs from Iran war strain US school budgets

Businesses are facing rising costs during the Iran war, and economists expect more strains ahead

NHL salary cap rising to record $104M for 2026-27 season

Whirlpool has been rattled by rising costs and that now means higher prices for customers

What to know about May Day demonstrations as workers face rising energy costs due to Iran war

Clorox cuts annual profit forecast on weaker demand, rising costs

Experts warn of rising lead risks in Africa’s solar energy boom

The Latest: Talks to end the war in Iran stall as economies feel the impact of rising energy costs

SLB, Baker Hughes see oil exploration spending rising as Iran war disrupts supply

What to know if your flight is canceled amid rising jet fuel costs

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