Laying off of 200 employees in Alaska Air Group: Loss of 0 million possible this year, condition of the company worsened due to rising fuel prices.

Laying off of 200 employees in Alaska Air Group: Loss of $700 million possible this year, condition of the company worsened due to rising fuel prices.

Alaska Air Group has announced the layoff of about 200 non-contract level employees amid declining profits and rising expenses. The company’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Ben Minicucci said that if the same conditions continue, the airline could suffer a loss of up to $700 million this year. CEO Ben Minicucci said in a memo to…

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First Russian Diesel Shipment To US Since 2023 As 3 Tankers Set Sail Under Trump-Putin Deal

First Russian Diesel Shipment To US Since 2023 As 3 Tankers Set Sail Under Trump-Putin Deal

News world First Russian Diesel Shipment To US Since 2023 As 3 Tankers Set Sail Under Trump-Putin Deal Last Updated:October 24, 2026, 10:13 IST The first shipment comprises three tankers carrying around 40,000 tonnes of diesel, equivalent to approximately 300,000 barrels. US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin (Reuters file photo) Three tankers…

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‘May Do Another Epic Fury’: Trump Hints At Fresh Iran Strikes After Envoy’s Weekend Attack Warning

‘May Do Another Epic Fury’: Trump Hints At Fresh Iran Strikes After Envoy’s Weekend Attack Warning

News world ‘May Do Another Epic Fury’: Trump Hints At Fresh Iran Strikes After Envoy’s Weekend Attack Warning Last Updated:October 24, 2026, 03:40 IST Trump’s remark came after Tom Barrack, the US ambassador to Turkey and Washington’s point man on Syria, said a strike against Iran this weekend was possible. US President Donald Trump (IMAGE:…

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Video | France Protests Turn Violent: Cars Torched, Shops Looted As Cost-Of-Living Protests Rock Cities

Video | France Protests Turn Violent: Cars Torched, Shops Looted As Cost-Of-Living Protests Rock Cities

Violent scenes erupted across parts of France as cost-of-living protests escalated into clashes between demonstrators and police. Cars, bicycles and trash bins were set ablaze, while thick black smoke billowed over protest hotspots. Police responded with tear gas and water cannons as masked demonstrators hurled fireworks, paving stones and other objects at security forces. Source…

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‘Time For Ukraine To Get New President’: Trump Lashes Out At Zelenskyy For Strikes At Russian Oil Refineries

‘Time For Ukraine To Get New President’: Trump Lashes Out At Zelenskyy For Strikes At Russian Oil Refineries

News world ‘Time For Ukraine To Get New President’: Trump Lashes Out At Zelenskyy For Strikes At Russian Oil Refineries Last Updated:October 10, 2026, 11:36 PM IST Trump urges Zelenskyy to halt strikes on Russian oil refineries and calls for new leadership in Ukraine amid a controversial diesel deal with Moscow. Trump Urges Zelenskyy To…

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Trump Says Europe Agrees To Release ‘Massive’ Diesel Stocks As G7 Plans 100 Million-Barrel Release

Trump Says Europe Agrees To Release ‘Massive’ Diesel Stocks As G7 Plans 100 Million-Barrel Release

News world Trump Says Europe Agrees To Release ‘Massive’ Diesel Stocks As G7 Plans 100 Million-Barrel Release Last Updated:October 02, 2026, 11:10 PM IST Trump’s announcement came as G7 leaders agreed on a coordinated release of 100 million barrels of oil and fuel products from emergency reserves. The G7 countries agreed to coordinate the release…

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‘We Don’t Want Roundabouts, Malls’: Protests Erupt Across Globe Over Rising Fuel Prices Amid Iran War

‘We Don’t Want Roundabouts, Malls’: Protests Erupt Across Globe Over Rising Fuel Prices Amid Iran War

News world ‘We Don’t Want Roundabouts, Malls’: Protests Erupt Across Globe Over Rising Fuel Prices Amid Iran War Last Updated:September 16, 2026, 2:12 PM IST Oil prices surged above the USD 100 per barrel mark last week as the United States struck Iranian oil tankers transiting the Strait of Hormuz Syrians protest against rising fuel…

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Fuel Price Hike Sparks Widespread Protests In Syria, Putting Its Fragile Transition To The Test

Fuel Price Hike Sparks Widespread Protests In Syria, Putting Its Fragile Transition To The Test

News world Fuel Price Hike Sparks Widespread Protests In Syria, Putting Its Fragile Transition To The Test Last Updated:September 14, 2026, 8:32 PM IST A 40% diesel price hike has triggered protests across Syria, adding fresh economic and political pressure on Damascus as the country struggles to rebuild after years of war. Protest against rising…

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