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Inflation Drops, War Fears Rise, Snow Blankets Bucharest

UK inflation fell to 3% in January, the lowest rate since March 2025, driven by decreases in food, fuel, and airfare prices, according to BBC Business. This drop has increased the likelihood of the Bank of England cutting interest rates at its March monetary policy meeting, economists noted. Meanwhile, in international affairs, tensions rise as the Middle East seemingly edges closer to war, with Donald Trump moving warships and Iran responding with a show of force, as reported by Sky News. In other news, heavy snowfall disrupted transport services in Bucharest, Romania, and Toyota unveiled details of its new C-HR electric hatchback, while Evie Magazine hosted its first live event during New York Fashion Week.

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) stated that the "marked" fall in January took inflation to its lowest annual rate since March of the previous year, partly due to a decrease in petrol prices, according to BBC Business. Although the rate of inflation has fallen, prices themselves are not coming down, but simply rising at a slower pace, ONS chief economist Grant Fitzner explained.

In the Middle East, Sky News reported that Iran has been demonstrating its military capabilities with missile strikes and simulated tanker seizures. Donald Trump has warned that failure to reach a deal could lead to US strikes, while Iranian officials have stated that a deal on the terms currently proposed would be tantamount to surrender.

Heavy snowfall and strong winds disrupted road, rail, and air traffic in southern Romania, according to Euronews. Commuters in Bucharest faced delays as snow covered tracks and roads, causing disruption to services. Parts of highways were also closed.

Toyota announced the upcoming C-HR electric hatchback, which will start at $38,135, according to The Verge. The electric hatchback won't be as affordable as expected, but it makes up for it with variety.

Evie Magazine held its first live event during New York Fashion Week, according to Wired. Guests gathered at the Standard Hotels Boom in Chelsea to celebrate the publication and its new issue. One event planner reported that someone's hair had caught on fire during the event.

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