Global Daily News with Betty(March 08, 2026))

Global Daily News PodcastHost: BettyDate: March 8, 2026 (የካቲት 29, 2018 ዓ.ም.)Welcome to the March 8, 2026, edition of Global Daily News. Today, host Betty brings you a high-stakes briefing on the 7th National Election in Ethiopia and a world on the edge of a major energy crisis as conflict intensifies in the Middle East.🗳️ Ethiopia Votes: Day 2 of voter registration for the 7th National Election. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed officially registers, while reports from Reuters highlight security challenges in parts of Oromia and Amhara.⚠️ Global Conflict: The U.S.-Iran war enters its 8th day. President Donald Trump issues a "Surrender or Perish" ultimatum, while Iran shuts down the Strait of Hormuz, crippling global trade.⛽ Economic Shock: International oil prices surge by 15% in a single day, sending ripples of inflation through developing economies like Ethiopia.👩‍👧 International Women’s Day: Celebrating the 115th anniversary under the theme "Empowering Women is Building a Nation.""As the world celebrates the strength of women today, the escalating conflict in the Middle East and the surge in fuel prices present a new, daunting challenge for the global economy."Michelle Obama: "There is no limit to what we, as women, can accomplish."Sources: This podcast news sources are from EBC, Al Jazeera, CNN, Reuters, and CBS News to give you a 360-degree view of the day's most critical events. Listen Daily Breaking News with Host Betty on Spotify.