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Sri Lanka has introduced additional restrictions on fuel sales amid supply problems related to the situation in the Strait of Hormuz. Now the refueling of cars depends not only on QR codes, but also on the last digit of the license plate: cars with even-numbered license plates can receive gasoline on even days, with odd-numbered license plates – on odd days.
SpaceX conducted another launch of Starlink satellites on March 19, continuing the accelerated deployment of the world’s largest orbital Internet constellation. The Falcon 9 rocket put 29 next-generation satellites into orbit, confirming the company’s transition to an almost continuous cycle of launches.
Turkey is entering a new stage of its energy strategy, negotiating the construction of nuclear power plants with a number of global players, from Russia to Canada. This could involve projects with a total capacity of up to 8 reactors and total investments of up to $100 billion over the next decade, which could radically change the country’s energy balance.
Volga cars were once a measure of success and belonging to the “upper caste” in the former Soviet Union. And this summer, the revived Volga brand announced its first new model – the K50 crossover.
The excitement around Chanel’s new collection proved once again that the luxury industry still knows how to create desire and manage customer attention. The launch of the accessories line was not just a fashion event, but an indication of how the right strategy can revitalize demand even in the face of talk of an overheating market.
The U.S. Defense Department has proposed to the White House several options for further funding of the military campaign against Iran, Logos Press reported, citing the Washington Post.
The war in Iran is shaking the world economy more and more thoroughly. Global financial markets are showing signs of growing panic amid escalating conflict in the Middle East and a sharp jump in energy prices, analysts say.
The steady increase in prices for oil products continues in Moldova.
The quota trading system has divided EU countries at today’s summit. The 27 leaders agree that energy prices are a serious problem, but disagree on how to solve it.
Swiss watch exports showed strong growth in February 2026, reinforcing the signal of recovering demand for luxury goods. According to the Federation of the Swiss Watch Industry, shipments abroad increased by 9.2% year-on-year to CHF 2.168 billion, compared to a 3.6% decline a month earlier.
US President Donald Trump has vowed to “blow up everything” in Iran’s South Pars gas field if Tehran attacks Qatari gas fields again.
At the opening of the session, oil was trading around $110 per barrel. As of 5:55 Moscow time, the cost of May futures for Brent increased by 4.5% to $112.26 per barrel. In general, oil rose in price by about 11% during the week, and for the month the growth exceeded 50%.
Moldova may abolish import customs duties on more than 90% of goods from the USA, keeping them on some sensitive groups (meat, milk and products from them, as well as sugar, sucrose, fructose, etc.). A corresponding parliamentary initiative has been registered in Parliament.
On Wednesday, March 18, global oil prices showed a decline after the news of resumption of oil exports from Iraq’s Kirkuk fields to the Turkish port of Ceyhan.
Louis Vuitton has unveiled a limited edition Sac Œuf Jaune product for Easter 2026 – an edible interpretation of the brand’s signature bag. The product was designed in collaboration with French chocolatier Maxime Frederic and is part of the La Collection de Pâques 2026 holiday collection, available in Paris.
Spring 2026 brings sneaker fans a real surprise: Nike presents an updated version of the legendary Air Force 1 Low in “White Crocodile”. The luxurious texture of crocodile-embossed leather, shimmering silver Swoosh and back, and translucent ice outsole create the effect of a premium shoe worthy of a fashion boutique showcase.
US department store chain Saks Global has received an additional $300 million in financing, marking an important step in its financial recovery. The funds are part of a larger $1.75 billion package of support generated through Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings in the US. At the same time, the company’s shareholders approved a five-year growth strategy aimed at returning the business to sustainable profitability.
The European e-cigarette market is now at the peak of growth, but almost half of the turnover is out of state control. This is the conclusion reached by the authors of a new international study on the structure of the illegal vape market in Europe, presented at a press conference by experts from Fraunhofer IIS and MRU GmbH (Germany).
ANRE has set new maximum prices for basic fuels that will be in effect tomorrow, March 19.
The norm of the minimum stock of gasoline in Moldova is reduced from 8,000 tons to 5,000 tons. At the same time, the retail sale of diesel in consumer containers is limited to 20 liters per purchase. These measures are taken by the government in order to optimize the use of storage capacity and avoid blocking stocks.
