Oil prices will drop after Iran war ends ‘in the next few weeks,’ Energy Secretary Chris Wright says

WASHINGTON — Energy Secretary Chris Wright predicted that soaring oil prices will cool off within the “next few weeks” after the war in Iran ends, while sidestepping a question about whether he expects crude to top $200 a barrel. Oil prices have been hovering around $100 a barrel in the futures markets since President Trump announced a massive attack on Kharg Island, a critical Iranian oil hub, where some 90% of its crude exports flow through. “This conflict will come to an end in the next few weeks, and we’ll see a rebound in supplies and a pushing down of prices after…

Breaking down all angles, storylines heading into Selection Sunday

It’s that magical time of the year again. Soon, there will be an NCAA Tournament bracket. Sixty-eight teams sharing the same dream: To cut down the nets in Indianapolis. Before the pairings are announced Sunday night, The Post’s Zach Braziller gets you ready for Selection Sunday below: The No. 1s…

Will the Indus Valley script ever be deciphered?

Around 4,000 years ago, one of the world’s oldest civilizations emerged: The Indus Valley Civilization, flourishing in what is now Pakistan, western India, eastern Iran and parts of Afghanistan. In addition to building sizable cities, its people created a written script that consists of hundreds of signs that remain undeciphered.The…

10 things we learned about our human ancestors in 2025

Our understanding of how our species evolved has improved dramatically since we first began analyzing ancient DNA. This year, researchers made impressive discoveries across 3 million years of human evolution, most of which relied on DNA, genomic or proteomic analyses.Here are 10 major findings about human ancestors and our close…

Ex-Malaysian PM sentenced to 15 years, hit with .8B fine in 1MDB scandal

Malaysia’s former prime minister Najib Razak was sentenced Friday to 15 years in prison and ordered to pay a staggering $2.8 billion fine after he was convicted of money laundering in the 1Malaysia Development Berhad scandal. The nation’s High Court found Najib, 72, guilty on four counts of abuse of…

1.5 million-year-old Homo erectus face was just reconstructed — and its mix of old and new traits is complicating the picture of human evolution

Scientists have reconstructed the head of an ancient human relative from 1.5 million year-old fossilized bones and teeth. But the face staring back is complicating scientists’ understanding of early human evolution and dispersal, according to a new study.The rebuilt fossil skull, called DAN5, shares traits with Homo erectus, the first…

Want to live longer? Here are 4 anti-aging approaches that may boost longevity

On average, Americans want to live to be 91 years old, according to a recent Pew Research survey — a goal that has driven a focus on longevity-boosting practices. Over 60% of U.S. adults use supplements and most prioritize long-term health and wellness behaviors as part of an anti-aging approach, research has…

Coconucos volcanic chain: Colombia’s stunning cluster of volcanoes, lost in an otherworldly landscape

QUICK FACTSName: Cadena Volcánica de los Coconucos (Coconucos volcanic chain)Location: Puracé National Park, ColombiaCoordinates: 2.2964, -76.4110Why it’s incredible: The volcanic chain comprises at least 14 volcanoes, including one that is active.Colombia’s Coconucos volcanic chain is a high mountain ridge pockmarked with at least 14 volcano craters. These craters form a…

Ben Higgins’ Season 20 of ‘The Bachelor’: Where Are They Now?

Credit: ABC/Craig Sjodin; Courtesy of Amanda Stanton/instagram Amanda Stanton Amanda, who shares daughters Kinsley and Charlie with ex-husband Nick Buonfiglio, got engaged to Josh Murray while filming season 3 of Bachelor in Paradise in 2016. Their engagement didn’t last, however, and Amanda returned for Bachelor in Paradise season 4. While…

Texas rep accuses Trump admin of dishonesty about border encounter numbers

Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, who is running for Senate, said she is doubtful the border data coming from President Donald Trump’s administration is accurate and accused it of not being “the most honest” at reporting numbers. During an interview Tuesday on “Meet the Press NOW,” NBC News’ Gabe Gutierrez asked Crockett about…

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