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Oil prices rose sharply after renewed attacks by Yemen's Houthis and growing fears of escalation between the United States and Iran. Traders are pricing in the risk that the confrontations could disrupt shipping and supply through the Red Sea and the wider Gulf region. Markets are watching closely for any retaliatory moves that could widen the conflict.

Oil prices rose as negotiations between the United States and Iran remained uncertain, with markets weighing the risk of supply disruptions tied to the diplomatic standoff. Traders are watching whether talks progress or stall, since tensions over Iran's nuclear program and sanctions can affect crude flows from the region. Energy markets remain sensitive to any signals about the outcome.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met with Qatari mediators amid stalled nuclear talks with the United States. Oil prices extended gains as concerns grew over Middle East supply, with Tehran reportedly pessimistic about reaching a deal before the US midterm elections. The talks are being closely watched for their impact on regional stability and energy markets.

US Treasury yields climbed to new highs while oil prices rose, according to Wall Street Journal markets coverage. The simultaneous rise in borrowing costs and energy prices points to renewed pressure on markets, with investors watching inflation risks and the impact of higher yields on stocks, mortgages and the broader economy.

The US dollar fell to R$5.2158 in Brazilian trading ahead of the first round of elections, while the Ibovespa stock index rose 2.63%. Traders appeared to welcome the upcoming vote, with financial markets in São Paulo posting solid gains as the currency weakened against the real.

A businessman who built a fortune in the sticker industry and has been endorsed by Donald Trump is running a congressional campaign drawing attention for his unusual background. Coverage has focused on the strange details of his career and how he rose from novelty products to politics, as he stands a realistic chance of winning a seat in Congress.

Retail sales rose again in August, marking the eleventh consecutive month of growth in the sector. The streak points to steady consumer demand over nearly a full year, a notable result given ongoing pressure from higher prices and cautious household spending. Retail industry observers are watching whether the run of gains can continue into the final months of the year.

Actress and model Ruby Rose has revealed that as a teenager she was a suspect in the death of a child. In a new account shared with USA Today, Rose describes being questioned over the case, which she says shaped much of her youth. The revelation is drawing widespread attention as fans and media react to the unexpected disclosure about her past.

The S&P 500 rose after softer US jobs data eased expectations of further interest rate hikes, though bond selling resumed. Tech stocks powered gains despite the index limping into the fourth quarter, and investors are now watching upcoming payrolls figures and AI hyperscaler earnings with 2027 capex guidance for the next market direction.

A photograph showing Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan on Dongshan Island, Fujian province, in 1987 is being widely shared. The image dates from decades before Xi became China's top leader, when he was a young provincial official. Social media users are sharing the archival picture, with many commenting on how long the couple have been together and on the glimpse it offers of Xi's early career.

Carlos Alcaraz has reached the second round of the tennis tournament in Tokyo, while Taylor Fritz and Casper Ruud were knocked out. Separately, Alcaraz criticised the proposed reduction of Grand Slam matches to three sets, arguing that such a change would damage the sport's heritage. Meanwhile Daniil Medvedev, who rose in the ATP rankings, said he would prefer the best-of-three format and that the decision is up to others.

The National Retail Federation reports that retail sales increased modestly in August. The figures point to steady but restrained consumer spending across the retail sector. Details on specific categories or drivers were not provided, so analysts are watching whether the modest growth signals resilience or slowing momentum in household demand heading into the autumn season.

Oil prices rose 4% after China suspended fuel exports, a move that tightened expectations of global supply. Markets reacted quickly to the announcement, with traders weighing the impact on refined product availability. The suspension by one of the world's largest fuel producers and consumers has drawn broad attention from energy markets and analysts tracking price movements.

A new essay argues that American writer Robert E. Howard, who rose to prominence in the 1920s as one of the Pulp Era's most celebrated authors, deserves recognition as the true father of the sword and sorcery genre, ahead of contemporaries often credited with it. Readers of classic fantasy and pulp fiction are sharing and debating the piece, revisiting Howard's legacy and his enduring influence on heroic fantasy.

Mayte Medina, who rose to prominence at retail giant Primark, has moved into luxury property development with the Drago project. In an interview, she describes the difficult transition, admitting she spent three or four months crying in her car before entering the office and that 'everything sounded like Chinese' when she changed companies. Her candid account of career change is drawing attention.

Ryan Anderson, the ex-husband of Gypsy Rose Blanchard, has broken his silence following the death of Ken Urker, Blanchard's former fiancé, according to Page Six. Anderson's comments come as the death draws widespread attention given Blanchard's high profile and her well-documented relationships with both men. Details surrounding Urker's death were not provided in the coverage.

Kathleen Turner is topping search charts in the US, UK, Germany, Canada and the Netherlands. The spike follows Michael Douglas publicly admitting to a secret romance he says he lied about for decades. Fans are revisiting his decades-long connection with Turner, his co-star in the 1980s hits 'Romancing the Stone' and 'The War of the Roses'.

Gypsy Rose Blanchard and Ken Urker have become parents, drawing renewed attention to the couple's unusual history. The pair met while Blanchard was serving prison time for her role in the murder of her mother, Munchausen-syndrome-by-proxy victim Dee Dee Blanchard, rekindled their relationship after her release, and have now reached parenthood together.