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Tensions with Iran are driving oil prices to alarming heights, forcing global economies to reconsider their strategies as central banks grapple with inflationary pressures. Meanwhile, the arts are thriving in unexpected ways, from the provocative exploration of vulnerability in a new play set in a strip club to Jarvis Cocker's upcoming exhibition that promises to redefine community and creativity. Amidst these cultural shifts, the elite continue to flaunt their opulence, reminding us that while the world grapples with serious issues, the divide between wealth and the everyday remains strikingly pronounced.
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Oil Prices Soar as Iran Standoff Shows No End in Sight
Oil prices are nearing wartime highs due to ongoing tensions with Iran, exacerbated by President Trump's commitment to maintain a naval blockade of the country's ports.

Oil Prices Soar as Iran Standoff Shows No End in Sight

‘Infinite pleasure’: the strip club drama that leaves you horny, vulnerable – and dialling your parents

‘My God, it’s a panic attack to watch’: Giffords Circus on its most dangerous show yet
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Arts, Events & CultureIn plane sight: how the gilded elite live – in picturesPhotographer Will Vogt's images provide a revealing look into the lavish lifestyles of the elite, showcasing their exclusive social events like golf tournaments and shooting parties.
Arts, Events & CultureHollyoaks storyline 'devastating but important'The storyline in Hollyoaks featuring Diane Hutchinson's heartbreaking cancer diagnosis is described as both devastating and important, highlighting the show's commitment to addressing serious health issues.
Arts, Events & CultureJarvis Cocker and Kim Sion to curate art exhibition at Hepworth WakefieldJarvis Cocker and Kim Sion will curate an exhibition titled Hodge Podge at Hepworth Wakefield, set to open in May 2027, which aims to expand notions of creativity and community through a diverse selection of artworks.
Business & TechnologyRising Fuel Prices Could Force Excruciating Choices on Economic PoliciesRising fuel prices are prompting central banks in Europe to reconsider their economic policies, as they weigh the potential long-term impacts on inflation and growth.
Arts, Events & CultureSimply divine: the extraordinary supernatural visions of Francisco de ZurbaránFrancisco de Zurbarán, a master of 17th-century Spanish painting, is showcased in a major exhibition at the National Gallery in London, highlighting his extraordinary spiritual depictions that contrast with the dynamic works of his contemporaries like Velázquez. His paintings, characterized by their serene and almost sculptural quality, reveal a unique genius in capturing the essence of the divine.
Arts, Events & CultureReturn of Aparicio painting to Prado exemplifies trajectory of human tasteThe return of the painting 'The Year of the Famine in Madrid' to the Prado highlights the evolving nature of human taste and the shifting significance of art over time, reflecting both political and aesthetic changes. Once a centerpiece of the museum, it underscores how cultural priorities can transform dramatically.
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