The Iran war exposed just how much the world relied on a narrow 20-mile-wide waterway. Soon after the U.S. launched strikes on Iran, the latter threatened to strike ships trying to traverse the Strait of Hormuz, the channel for much of the Middle East’s oil and gas exports. The threat of shortages pushed countries across
Mercedes-Benz CEO Ola Källenius has found religion in synthetic engine noise. He said his conversion came when he drove the new electric version of the AMG CLA 45, Mercedes’ performance sedan. It uses artificial sounds and sensations to mimic a combustion-powered car. “I was like a born-again Christian,” he told UK car enthusiast publication Autocar.
The Trump administration is bringing back a centuries-old legal tradition that would allow it to more easily seize Iranian oil tankers and sell off their assets. Aaron Reitz, who is the U.S. Attorney in the Houston-based Southern District of Texas, confirmed to Fortune the revival of prize law, or a set of rules allowing for
With a seemingly never-ending pool of options, it can be hard to know if you’re picking the best bar for a happy hour or night out. Take it from Stephanie Ridgway, who worked at several bars and distilleries before becoming the director of brand advocacy for the liquor brand Charles Jacquin et Cie. “I’ve been
Joan Rubinger overcame a catastrophic biking accident that left her paralyzed to become an influential pain-relief specialist helping top-tier athletes get back on the field after acute and chronic injuries. Her website touts a client list that includes 169 NFL Pro Bowl selections, 29 NBA and WNBA champions and 15 Olympic medalists. Among some of her most
A former Twitter trademark lawyer has launched a social network with a familiar name. Stephen Coates’ startup, Operation Bluebird, launched Twitter.now in early testing on Thursday. Coates, formerly Twitter’s head counsel for trademarks, domain names, and marketing, told Business Insider that the platform is experimenting with a twist on content moderation: Users, rather than the
