Iran’s twisted assassination scheme targeting U.S. leaders crumbled—but the hero behind it will surprise you A confidential informant helped catch a man who claims he was acting out of desperation. We Got This Covered · Mar 8
‘Free and fair elections are under attack’: Obama drops a chilling warning ahead of the midterms, and it’s got everyone paying attention He is pushing for Virginia democrats to come out and protect their state. We Got This Covered · Mar 8
Schumer calls on Trump to release oil from reserve to lower gas prices Republicans have been slow to embrace the idea. Axios · Mar 8
War in the Middle East: Britain’s involvement so far, from sea to sky Starmer has allowed the US to use UK bases for ‘defensive operations’. What other actions has Britain taken? The Guardian - UK · Mar 8
'Khamenei’s son unacceptable': Trump wants his 'involvement' in choosing Iran's next leader US President Donald Trump has said he wants to be personally involved in selecting Iran’s next leader, signalling a potential American role in shaping the country’s future political leadership, according to remarks reported by Axios. The Times of India · Mar 8
Musk’s two-word response to Anthropic CEO’s claim its AI may have gained consciousness Anthropic makes the popular AI chatbot, Claude The Independent UK · Mar 8
'Nightmare scenario' looms as global markets head for the biggest oil output disruption in history, top energy guru warns “The fear? That this will result in skyrocketing energy prices that send the world economy plummeting into a deep recession.” Fortune · Mar 8
Iran War, CPI and Other Key Thing to Watch this Week Markets enter a critical week following last week's February jobs report that showed the U.S. economy lost around 92,000 jobs, which was a dramatic miss that has intensified recession concerns and raised questions about economic resilience amid escalating geopolitical tensions. Barchart · Mar 8
Judd Apatow claims Trump has made it ‘harder to do comedy’ Director behind some of the biggest comedies of the 21st Century says ‘the Trump administration is hard to be exaggerated in a sketch’ The Independent UK · Mar 8
Starmer may be right not to wade into Trump’s war in Iran – but has proven to be a prisoner of his own MPs NEWS ANALYSIS: In fighting to saving his premiership, the PM is less able to lead even when he does the right thing, writes political editor David Maddox The Independent UK · Mar 8
Republican senator says Stephen Miller is ‘out of his depth’ in Trump’s White House Tillis blames Miller for embarrassing White House with tough talk about Greenland and immigration conspiracies The Independent UK · Mar 8
Trump talks with Starmer on US forces using UK bases just hours after accusing him of joining Iran war 'late' The US president and Prime Minister spoke by phone after days of clashing over the Iran war Evening Standard · Mar 8
US energy chief says spike in gas prices will fall ‘before too long’ amid Iran war Chris Wright says price increase would last weeks, not months, and that US would not target Iran’s energy industry The Guardian - US · Mar 8
The Independent UK · Mar 8 A retired security officer vanishes without a trace. His family is convinced it was a covert Israeli abduction Family of Ahmed Shukr say he was kidnapped to get intel about a missing Israeli airman
The Guardian - UK · Mar 8 Starmer speaks with Trump after president criticises lack of UK support for Iran strikes Leaders discuss military cooperation day after US president hit out at PM over lack of immediate backing for attacks
Evening Standard · Mar 8 Keir Starmer speaks to Donald Trump after latest rebuke over Iran A Downing Street spokeswoman said the two leaders spoke on Sunday afternoon.
The Independent UK · Mar 8 3 Palestinians killed in West Bank clash, bringing toll from week of violence to 6 Three Palestinians have died in a clash with Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank, as violence has spiked during new war in the Middle East
The Times of India · Mar 8 From Punch the Monkey to Penguin memes: How animals took over the internet in 2026 In 2026, viral animal clips, from a 'Nihilist Penguin' to an orphaned macaque named Punch, captivate millions online. These moments, often reflecting human emotions like loneliness and existential dread, become powerful memes and global narratives. Experts explain this phenomenon stems from anthropomorphism and the internet's need for emotional resets, revealing…
Axios · Mar 8 Trump's energy chief blames oil price spike on market fear Gas is up 47 cents a gallon in one week.
The Guardian - UK · Mar 8 ‘Putin smiled’: Ukraine hurries to adapt as US focus moves to Iran Ukrainian ex-defence minister says conflict provides simultaneous ‘risks and opportunities’
International Business Times UK · Mar 8 Trump Uses Emergency Powers to Waive Congress Approval and Fast-Track £525M Bomb Sale to Israel President Trump uses emergency powers to expedite a £525M ($650M) bomb sale to Israel, bypassing Congress amid rising Middle East tensions.
The Independent UK · Mar 8 Trump says Iran’s new supreme leader ‘is not going to last long’ without his approval Trump has reacted to reports that Iran has moved to elect a new supreme leader by claiming he has the final say
Latin Times · Mar 8 Kristi Noem's Slammed On Her Way Out As DHS Secretary: 'She Was Disrespectful. No One Liked Her' According to the report, the tipping point came when Noem made two "humiliating appearances" before House and Senate committees, where she faced bipartisan questioning over alleged mismanagement at DHS.
International Business Times UK · Mar 8 'Do Not Join or Remain in the US Military': Candace Owens Warns US Troops That Trump Expects Them to 'Die for Israel' Candace Owens has urged US military members not to enlist, claiming President Trump expects them to 'die for Israel' as the conflict with Iran escalates.