War in the Middle East

Christopher Mims, a technology columnist for the Wall Street Journal, talks about the rise in GPS dead zones and what alternatives there are to GPS.

Diesel prices are averaging above $5, while new policies block certain foreign-born drivers from getting commercial licenses.

The war in Iran and the partial government shutdown in the U.S. are creating multiple stressors for airlines, which also means stress for travelers.

Crude oil, fertilizer, and diesel prices are up. These increases due to the war in the Middle East are putting pressure on farmers, while the oil industry is poised to benefit.

At some point, the rising price of energy could start forcing people and businesses to make hard choices.

Gulf countries rely heavily on plants that make sea water potable — for drinking and for industry, including farming, oil production, and tourism. They may be vulnerable to attack.

California refineries depend on crude oil from the region.

Estimates are emerging about how much the war in Iran could cost the U.S.

The pressure is increasing after roughly a fifth of global liquified natural gas supply was taken off the market.

But they’re climbing unevenly.