THE DAILY CHRONICLE

Saturday, February 28, 2026 (UTC) | 18:00 UTC
"Escalating Iran-US-Israel strikes shake the Middle East and reverberate through US politics, markets and sport."
WORLD
tense
Iran, the US and Israel trade regional strikes, sparking damage, casualties and fears of a wider Middle East war.
US
anxious
Washington grapples with Iran war powers, detention abuses, oil shock risks and the lingering shadow of Epstein-era elites.
BUSINESS
anxious
Markets eye Gulf instability, disrupted energy flows and Berkshire's evolving cash strategy under incoming CEO Greg Abel.
CULTURE
neutral
Culture coverage spans reality TV fallout, Epstein's media ambitions, cult horror stardom and inventive winter art.
SPORTS
cautious
Global football eyes Iran turmoil as Liverpool surge and relegation rivals deliver a wild Premier League slate.