The Latest: 03/07/2026 11:59pm ET

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1:03When it comes to war, there's always that. But we're going to keep it to a minimum, I think, Pete. The six Army Reserve soldiers died in an attack in Kuwait on Sunday, the day after the U.S. and Israel launched strikes on Iran. The president called them great heroes in our country. All six service members were based in Des Moines, Iowa. Kuwait is confirming reports it has cut back oil and refinery production. Today's announcement by the Kuwait Petroleum Corporation cited disruptions in shipping activity through the Strait of Hormuz. OPEC's fifth largest oil producer called it a precautionary step due to ongoing aggression by the Islamic Republic of Iran against the state of Kuwait. The move adds to a growing list of supply disruptions in the Persian Gulf as the U.S. conflict with Iran continues into its second week. AAA reports that the national average for a gallon of gas is now $3.41 up from yesterday's 332. Police in Norway say there was an explosion near the U.S. Embassy in the nation's capital.

2:03It happened around 1 a.m. local time in Oslo, but there are no reports of injuries. Authorities say they have no information about the cause of the blast and there are no suspects in custody. Minor damage was reported at the entrance of the Embassy's consular section. Officials say at least eight people have died as severe storms in tornado swept through parts of the Midwest in planes. Four people were confirmed dead in Michigan including a 12-year-old boy in Oklahoma and EF2 tornado killed a mother and daughter on Thursday. Then another tornado left two people dead and several others injured on Friday. There have been 13 confirmed tornadoes across both states. I'm Rob Martyr. The new research shows shoppers are changing their habits due to inflation and tariffs. In a study by Simon Kutcher, only about one-third of those taking parts that they understood the impacts of tariffs. The study found that the main consumer takeaway was that prices are going up and households are paying for it. Another survey by the Kierney Institute found that shoppers are adjusting their spending across categories and price tiers.

3:05The survey found that 54% are dining out less and 37% are substituting for cheaper brands. A Florida man is facing DUI charges after his wife fell out of their golf cart. The crash happened Monday evening after a day of partying at the club according to police in Northport. The woman sustained a head injury and was airlifted to the hospital. The husband reaked of booze and was arrested for suspected DUI. He's been released on bond. Friedle A is recalling Miss Vicki's spicy dill-pickled potato chips in six states. Details from Lisa Carton. The FDA says the voluntary recall is due to undeclared milk that could cause a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction. The recall of the eight ounce bag of chips include the jalapeno-flavored potato chips and was issued on Wednesday after a consumer contacted the company. Friedle A said the product is safe to consume unless the consumer has a dairy allergy or sensitivity to milk. The products were sold in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas on January 15th.

4:07I'm Lisa Carton. The Obama Presidential Center's grand opening celebrations will start in June. The Obama Foundation announced the news. The Center, a museum and public gathering space in honor of the former president and First Lady Michelle Obama, will be dedicated on June 18th. Not everyone is happy about the facility. Fox News Digital reported that a reserve fund or endowment of $470 million. The foundation was meant to have to protect Chicago and Illinois taxpayers as received only $1 million. I'm Rob Barter.