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Iran two months in: IRGC and hardline institutions still shape politics and the economy; new security chief Zolghadr reinforces military control.
Two Japanese VLCCs steamed toward the Strait of Hormuz, testing a fragile ceasefire as owners weigh crew safety, Iranian demands and sanctions risk.
Emmanuel Macron supports Andorra’s plan to decriminalise abortion within a year amid EU deal negotiations, raising questions about regional reproductive
Despite the Gaza ceasefire, at least 817 Palestinians were killed since Oct 11 — strikes, West Bank incursions and limited aid hinder reconstruction.
Adelaide Festival cancelled Writers' Week after briefings warned withdrawals could collapse the 2026 festival and endanger over $60m for South Australia.
Hezbollah has resumed fighting in southern Lebanon, displacing 1.2m people and prompting talks between Washington and Tehran to contain the escalation.
Trump demanded ABC fire Jimmy Kimmel after a joke about the first lady at a correspondents' event, prompting debate over how broadcasters respond now.
The 142-metre superyacht Nord, linked to sanctioned Russian Alexey Mordashov, crossed the Strait of Hormuz from Dubai to Muscat despite a US naval blockade.
Austrian on trial over an alleged plot at a Taylor Swift concert. The case has prompted debate over security, insurance and policing for large-scale tours.
US sanctions about 40 shipping firms and Hengli’s Dalian refinery over alleged handling of Iranian crude, aiming to cut Tehran’s oil revenue, halting flows.
Dynamic pricing and a 30% resale cut have driven 2026 World Cup ticket prices up, critics warn, as FIFA forecasts billions from ticketing globally.
US Treasury blacklisted Hengli Petrochemical (Dalian) and about 40 vessels tied to Iran’s shadow fleet, aiming to cut funds Tehran gets from crude sales.
Nine-day Polish charity livestream raised 257m złoty (~£52.5m) for children with cancer, drew 1.5m finale viewers and large celebrity donations reported.
Trump told the BBC the King would be 'very safe' during a planned US visit and said the meeting could help mend UK–US ties while boosting his profile.
Mark Dowding of RBC BlueBay warns Gulf shipping disruptions and supply shocks raise Europe's recession risk; markets may be underpricing local economic weakness.
A Ukrainian drone commander adapted consumer drones to relay live video to artillery, enabling strikes on Russian frontline positions and fuel points.
CME Group data shows traders bought over four puts per call on the pound before the UK Budget, as implied volatility rose amid fiscal and political risks.
Michael Jackson biopic smashes box-office records. A 1990s settlement with Jordan Chandler stopped estate naming him in film, sparking debate on limits.
Plastics costs have risen up to 40% after Strait of Hormuz supply squeezes, affecting packaging and raising input costs for UK manufacturers and exporters.
Tens of billions of forints reportedly moved abroad by Orbán allies after his election defeat, complicating efforts to trace or freeze assets held overseas.
Rising geopolitical tensions are forcing Gulf states to rethink sport investment, threatening sponsorships, ownership deals and future tournament bids.
Campaigners and an MP urge a coronial inquest after Bikram Lama, the Sydney 'birdman', was found dead in Hyde Park; coroner awaits NSW Police evidence.
Angus Taylor warns of increased risks from certain countries impacting Australian immigration policies, amid recent travel restrictions on Iranian
A 51-year-old man allegedly attacked staff at a Sydney hospital, injuring a nurse. Police used a Taser to arrest him; union calls for better ED security.
Video shows a man run past metal detectors toward a White House checkpoint; police say officers exchanged gunfire and an agent was struck in a vest.
