Oil Surges Past $105 as Iran War Enters Third Week

Global oil prices have climbed above US$105 per barrel amid the ongoing conflict in Iran, now in its third week, causing significant disruptions to energy markets and economic uncertainty worldwide.

Democratic States' Tax Policies Risk Economic Decline

Democratic-led states like Washington, Illinois, and Massachusetts are implementing high taxes on millionaires, which critics argue drives out wealth and harms low-income residents by reducing jobs and economic growth.

Iranians Cross into Iraq for Cheaper Food, Internet, Work

Following the reopening of the Haji Omeran crossing, Iranian Kurds are traveling to northern Iraq's Kurdistan Region to access lower-cost food, internet services, and employment opportunities, highlighting regional economic disparities.

Four Hospitalized After Abbotsford Crash

A multi-vehicle accident in Abbotsford has resulted in four people being transported to the hospital with injuries. Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash.

Why You Can't Smile in Passport Photos

Passport photos require neutral expressions due to facial recognition technology used at borders. Smiling alters facial proportions, making identity verification harder for biometric systems.

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