EU energy ministers to tackle energy supply issues amid Middle East tensions

A political and economic union of European countries with a single market, shared laws in many areas and, for many members, the euro.

EU rules on trade, technology and competition affect companies and people far beyond Europe.

The way geography, resources and power shape relations and rivalries between countries.

Geopolitical tensions influence trade, energy prices and security around the world.

A digital currency secured by cryptography and recorded on a blockchain, without a central bank issuing it.

Crypto prices are volatile, and governments are still deciding how to regulate it.