News updates from October 4: Oil prices notch biggest daily jump in a year; UK gives Chagos islands to Mauritius
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World - Financial Times
FirstFT: Israel strikes southern Beirut as oil prices surge
Also in today’s newsletter, US ports union suspends strike and Wall Street warms to Kamala Harris25 minutes ago - Israel -
World - Financial Times
‘Screaming into a hurricane’: the fall of India’s most valuable start-up Byju’s
Edtech company’s legal battles from Delaware to Bengaluru have exposed corporate governance issues1 hour ago -
World - Financial Times
Are you protected by the UK’s new fraud rules?
As the focus shifts from blaming customers to shutting down scammers, most victims will receive automatic refunds. But is it enough?1 hour ago -
World - Financial Times
Tory leadership rivals flag Cleverly’s role in Chagos islands ‘retreat’
Former foreign secretary has momentum ahead of key MPs’ vote next week1 hour ago -
World - Financial Times
Fresh spaces add cachet for Hong Kong’s auction scene
Sotheby’s, Christie’s and Bonhams are following Phillips into swisher sites, with architect-designed buildings that allow for different sales formats2 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Britain cedes disputed islands to Mauritius, securing key U.S. military base
Britain said it would cede sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius in a deal it said secured the future of the UK-U.S. Diego Garcia military base.2 hours ago -
Business - The New York Times
Oil Prices Jump After Biden Says ‘Discussing’ Potential Israeli Strike on Iranian Facilities
The president was asked about a potential strike on the oil infrastructure of Iran, which accounts for about 2 percent of the world’s supply.3 hours ago - Joe Biden -
World - The New York Times
U.K. to Hand Over Chagos Islands to Mauritius, Ending Colonial-Era Dispute
After years of legal wrangling and negotiations, Britain said it would surrender sovereignty of the archipelago in the Indian Ocean.3 hours ago - United Kingdom -
Top stories - BBC News
UK commitment to Falklands 'unwavering' despite Chagos deal
Governor Alison Blake's remarks come as Argentina vows "concrete action" to ensure the UK overseas territory is handed to Buenos Aires.4 hours ago - United Kingdom -
Top stories - NBC News
Nightly News Full Broadcast (October 3rd)
Rising death toll and growing desperation in flood zone; FEMA administrator says some areas still isolated and in need of basic supplies; Three former Memphis police officers convicted in death of ...5 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
The Papers: 'PM defies US to cede Chagos' and 'oil price scare'
Several papers highlight Israel's potential next move against Iran, with widespread speculation its oil infrastructure could be targeted.6 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Chagossians criticise lack of say in UK deal to hand over islands
Chagossians claim they were repeatedly refused the chance to take part in negotiations behind the historic deal.7 hours ago - United Kingdom -
Business - CNBC
OpenAI gets $4 billion revolving credit line, giving it more than $10 billion in liquidity
On top of its latest funding round, OpenAI has put a $4 billion revolving credit line in place — bringing its total liquidity to more than $10 billion.8 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Oil prices turn higher for the year on risks to crude flow in the Middle East
Oil futures finished higher for a third straight session on Thursday, prompting prices to turn higher for the year, as traders awaited Israel’s response to a missile barrage earlier this week by ...9 hours ago -
Business - CNBC
U.S. crude oil jumps as Biden comments on possible Israel retaliation against Iran
Supply disruption risks are increasing as fighting in the Middle East intensifies, according to analysts.9 hours ago - Joe Biden -
Business - MarketWatch
Israeli strikes on Iran’s ‘oil island’ could send crude prices soaring
What worries oil traders the most as tensions build in the wake of Iran’s missile attack on Israel is a potential disruption to the flow of crude in the Middle East — and when it comes to Iran, ...10 hours ago - Israel -
Business - CNBC
Nvidia bucks the market, and oil jumps on fears of how Israel may respond to Iran's missile attack
Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.10 hours ago - Israel -
Tech - GameSpot
Diablo 4: Vessel Of Hatred - All New Uniques And Mythic Uniques
Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred and its 2.0 update bring huge changes to the ARPG, ranging from a complete difficulty revamp, massive class adjustments, the return of features like Mercenaries and ...11 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Britain to return Chagos Islands to Mauritius ending years of dispute
Agreement to hand back UK’s last African colony follows 13 rounds of negotiations and international pressure. The UK has agreed to hand over the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, ending years of bitter ...12 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
September jobs report could give stock and bond markets an October surprise
Payroll figures reveal if the Fed is ahead of the curve or behind it.12 hours ago -
Sports - CBS Sports
NCAA gives Raiders' Antonio Pierce eight-year show-cause stemming from Arizona State recruiting violations
The NCAA revealed its penalties for Pierce stemming from his role in violations that took place during the COVID-19 dead period13 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
UK hands back Chagos Islands - but will keep military base
In a historic move, the UK gives up sovereignty of a strategic group of islands to Mauritius - after decades of often fractious negotiations.13 hours ago - United Kingdom -
Top stories - BBC News
Faisal Islam: Oil price rise comes at a critical point
Any extended rise raises the possibility of higher petrol prices and gas and electricity bills.13 hours ago -
World - The Wall Street Journal
Key U.S. Military Base Secured as U.K. Returns Disputed Islands to Mauritius
The British government struck a deal with Mauritius to hand over the cluster of 58 tiny islands in the Indian Ocean known as the Chagos archipelago.14 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Chagos Islanders have fought a long and determined campaign for right to return
Hopes occasionally soared only to be dashed as legal challenges came and went until a critical judgment in 2019. The view from the decaying jetty on the atoll of Peros Banhos takes in a vast lagoon ...15 hours ago -
Business - Financial Times
UK gives Chagos islands to Mauritius to secure military base
Deal comes after 50 years of wrangling over the remote but strategically important archipelago17 hours ago - United Kingdom -
World - Financial Times
Eurozone house prices rise for first time in more than a year
Annual increase of 1.3% in second quarter points to gradual recovery of region’s housing market17 hours ago -
World - Financial Times
What a Middle East oil price shock could mean for US consumers
A worst-case scenario for the market could send prices spiralling into the triple digits18 hours ago -
Business - CNBC
Oura announces new smart ring with updated design and new sensors for $349
Oura announced the Oura Ring 4, which is available for preorder starting at $349.22 hours ago