Military drills in the Philippines affect the country's most vulnerable communities Military drills disrupted fishing livelihoods in the Philippines, sparking protests as locals are caught between a great power rivalry and rising economic pressures linked to the Iran war.

How the conflict in Iran is affecting global markets How the conflict in Iran is affecting global markets Audio will be available later today. Escalation of the Iran conflict is sending shockwaves through global markets — driving up oil, fuel, and commodity prices, stoking inflation and recession risks worldwide. We hear from three...

Donald Trump: US will not lift Hormuz blockade until deal made with IranWatch: Can Iran and the US find middle ground to make a deal?The US will not lift its blockade on Iranian ports until a deal has been reached with Tehran, US President Donald Trump has said, amid continuing uncertainty over whether fresh talks to end the war will take place.The blockade, which began a week ago, is...

Beyond 'MacBook Ultra': Here Are the Macs We Expect Apple to Upgrade NextA lot might be changing in the world of Macs. Apple is reportedly looking to level up its laptops to something beyond a MacBook Pro. The next high-end model could be christened with the name MacBook Ultra and offer a touch-screen interface, if rumors are true. Reports have also pointed to upgrades coming for the iMac...

Do Walking Pads Improve Your Fitness? I Tested 2 While I WorkedWalking pads, or under-desk treadmills, are still popular among those who work from home. They're an effective way to get movement in at home, even on inclement weather days. Another plus is that they take up less space than a treadmill. As CNET's resident fitness expert, I'm familiar with treadmills and was curious to see how...