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Cuba is facing what may be its worst electricity crisis since Fidel Castro’s revolutionaries swept to power 67 years ago. Following weeks of frequent blackouts, the national grid suffered a “complete disconnection” on Monday, according to the energy ministry.Blackouts are getting worse, and on some days the entire island is plunged into near total darkness. Cuba generates most of its electricity from oil, and for nearly three decades, Venezuelan oil has been the island nation’s energy lifeline.The Trump administration ordered Venezuela to halt supplying oil to Cuba after it captured the country’s president, Nicolás Maduro, in January. Mexico was soon…

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NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Joseph Garrett Duggar was arrested on Wednesday for allegedly molesting a 9-year-old girl years earlier.The former “19 Kids and Counting” star was arrested and charged with molestation of a victim less than 12 years old and lewd and lascivious behavior conducted by a person 18 years or older, according to the Bay County Sheriff’s Office in Florida.The alleged victim, now 14, told investigators during a forensic interview that the allegations happened while she was on a vacation to Panama City Beach in Florida with her family in 2020.During the vacation, the former…

European companies that import semiconductors from Asia are tapping into backup stores and paying more for deliveries as the Iran war causes disruption to air freight routes through the Middle East, industry insiders have told CNBC.The Iran war has caused turmoil to cargo routes as shipping and airports have been targeted since the war began on Feb. 28. Global air freight capacity — which transports cargo such as semiconductors and other high-value electronics — is down around 9% compared to pre-war levels, according to data from logistics firm DSV.That’s led to rising costs for European companies importing semiconductors from Asia…

ShareShare Article via FacebookShare Article via TwitterShare Article via LinkedInShare Article via EmailAviation analyst Alex Macheras says disruption in the Gulf has far-reaching financial implications as the region handles 10% of global international passengers. He discusses how airports in Doha, Dubai and Abu Dhabi collectively handle up to 500,000 passengers daily at peak seasons and how the loss of such foot traffic amid the Iran War, as well as the patchy picture of airspace closures and limited operations, all weigh on airlines.

BigBear.ai’s (NYSE: BBAI stock) selloff has turned one of the market’s hotter defence-AI names into a much tougher debate.The stock has fallen sharply from its recent highs and was trading around $3.95 to $3.96 in recent market coverage. That’s nearly 34% down from this year-to-date (YTD) levels of around $5.88.The sharp volatility has created a broad confusion in investors mind who have to decide whether they are looking at a bargain in a government-tech name or a business whose risks are finally catching up. The bull case is easy to see at first glance. BigBear.ai still has a $385 million…

Author Ahmed Balaha Author Ahmed Balaha Part of the Team Since Aug 2025 About Author Ahmed Balaha is a journalist and copywriter based in Georgia with a growing focus on blockchain technology, DeFi, AI, privacy, digital assets, and fintech innovation. Share Last updated:  March 18, 2026 Goldman Sachs has quietly built a $154 million position in spot XRP ETF shares fueling bullish price prediction.Bloomberg data confirmed it. The top 30 holders of spot XRP ETFs controlled roughly $211 million by end of 2025. Goldman accounts for the lion’s share of that.Bloomberg Intelligence analyst James Seyffart broke down the numbers on…

Ally Love, Dwyane Wade, JPMorgan Wealth Management CEO Kristen Lemkau, Tom Brady, A’ja Wilson and Megan Rapinoe during the JPMorganChase Athlete Council meeting on March 18, 2026.Shawn McMillan | CNBCJPMorgan Chase has recruited some of the biggest names in American sports to help tackle a persistent problem: professional athletes going broke.The bank on Wednesday announced an initiative called the JPMorgan Chase Athlete Council, led by two-time NBA Hall of Famer Dwyane Wade and featuring other high-profile athletes, including Tom Brady, Sue Bird, Alex Morgan, Megan Rapinoe, A’ja Wilson and Jalen Brunson.The stars will meet with JPMorgan executives to help the…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Rory McIlroy is taking full advantage of his first opportunity to curate one of pro golf’s most revered traditions at the Masters.On Wednesday, the Masters’ social media accounts pulled back the curtain on the 2026 Masters Champions dinner menu, which is curated each year by the reigning green jacket holder. The pre-tournament dinner at Augusta National Golf Club is limited to previous Masters winners.McIlroy’s choices included four different appetizers, a first course, a main course, dessert and four wine selections, and many of the selections were a nod to McIlroy’s personal and golfing…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A New York City Police Department officer assigned to security at Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s residence and City Hall has been suspended after officials said he shot a man in the head while off duty.The shooting occurred Monday at around 9 p.m. in the Bronx after the officer interacted with several men regarding a stolen car, according to the NYPD.The officer, who has not been publicly identified, has not been arrested or charged with a crime as of Thursday morning, police said. He has been suspended without pay.TUBERVILLE DEFENDS POST LIKENING MAMDANI TO…