The key geographic chokepoint is the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway connecting the Persian Gulf to global shipping lanes. The Strait is best known for its importance in shipping energy: roughly ...

A widening Middle East conflict that disrupts trade through the Strait of Hormuz could ripple far beyond the energy markets, risking a spike in global food prices.

Meal kits cost more than buying groceries outright -- but some are a better deal than others. We priced out recipes from seven leading kits against supermarket equivalents to find the best value in ...