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Explosions are heard near a US base in northern Iraq as US-Iran fighting escalates

Explosions are heard near a US base in northern Iraq as US-Iran fighting escalates

Explosions rocked northern Iraq as U.S. forces intercepted explosive-laden drones amid a widening military conflict. The clashes center on control of the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea.

World ·24 Jul 2026, 17:01 ·Elena Marsh 3 min read
Extremely significant' bomb in car intercepted on way to NI, Irish police say

Extremely significant' bomb in car intercepted on way to NI, Irish police say

Two suspects are in custody after Gardaí seized a military-grade explosive device near the border in a major blow to dissident republican activities.

World ·24 Jul 2026, 15:02 ·Elena Marsh 3 min read
Iran strikes US bases in Bahrain and Jordan as US continues attacks

Iran strikes US bases in Bahrain and Jordan as US continues attacks

Iran has launched drone strikes against US military facilities in Bahrain and Jordan in retaliation for a continuous US bombing campaign. The conflict has expanded to include Houthi naval blockades and surging oil prices.

World ·24 Jul 2026, 13:04 ·Elena Marsh 3 min read
Spain declares national emergency over wildfires near Madrid and in Avila

Spain declares national emergency over wildfires near Madrid and in Avila

The Spanish government has shifted operational command to the Military Emergency Unit as critical blazes devastate regions near Madrid and Avila.

World ·24 Jul 2026, 13:03 ·Elena Marsh 3 min read
US military launches strikes on Iran as Houthi rebels attack oil tankers

US military launches strikes on Iran as Houthi rebels attack oil tankers

US military launches strikes on Iran as Houthi rebels attack oil tankers

World ·24 Jul 2026, 03:03 ·Elena Marsh 3 min read
India activist ends hunger strike after 26 days

India activist ends hunger strike after 26 days

Sonam Wangchuk has concluded his fast in support of the Cockroach Janta Party, as Prime Minister Modi promises tougher laws to prevent exam paper leaks.

World ·24 Jul 2026, 00:05 ·Elena Marsh 2 min read
Houthis and Iran attack Saudi tankers as US strikes Iran for 12th night

Houthis and Iran attack Saudi tankers as US strikes Iran for 12th night

The Middle East conflict intensifies as Houthi attacks on Saudi tankers coincide with a prolonged US bombing campaign against Iranian military targets.

World ·23 Jul 2026, 19:03 ·Elena Marsh 3 min read
Brent crude hits $100 as Houthi attacks disrupt Saudi oil shipping

Brent crude hits $100 as Houthi attacks disrupt Saudi oil shipping

Brent crude hits $100 as Houthi attacks disrupt Saudi oil shipping

World ·23 Jul 2026, 18:06 ·Elena Marsh 2 min read
Trump Says Iran Will Be Held Responsible for Future Houthi Attacks

Trump Says Iran Will Be Held Responsible for Future Houthi Attacks

President Trump stated that Iran will be held responsible for any future attacks by Houthi militants. This follows Houthi attacks on two Saudi oil tankers.

World ·23 Jul 2026, 17:05 ·Elena Marsh 2 min read
India government seeks talks with youth-led Cockroach protest movement

India government seeks talks with youth-led Cockroach protest movement

The Indian government has offered new discussions with the Cockroach Janta Party as street protests over examination scandals spread across the country.

World ·23 Jul 2026, 16:06 ·Elena Marsh 4 min read
Trump threatens Iranian nuclear site as US strikes enter 12th night

Trump threatens Iranian nuclear site as US strikes enter 12th night

The U.S. has expanded military operations into central Iran, threatening nuclear facilities while Houthi blockades drive global oil prices to about $94 a barrel.

World ·23 Jul 2026, 08:03 ·Elena Marsh 4 min read
US bombs Iran for 12th straight night as conflict costs $37.5 billion

US bombs Iran for 12th straight night as conflict costs $37.5 billion

US forces intensify airstrikes against Iranian military targets as the conflict's financial toll climbs and threats to strike nuclear facilities grow.

World ·23 Jul 2026, 04:02 ·Elena Marsh 3 min read
Yemen’s Houthis claim attack on two Saudi oil tankers

Yemen’s Houthis claim attack on two Saudi oil tankers

Yemen’s Houthis claim attack on two Saudi oil tankers

World ·23 Jul 2026, 02:06 ·Elena Marsh 3 min read
Modelling scout linked to Epstein found dead in Paris

Modelling scout linked to Epstein found dead in Paris

Modelling scout linked to Epstein found dead in Paris

World ·22 Jul 2026, 21:04 ·Elena Marsh 3 min read
Nicolas Maduro set for US drug trafficking trial in June 2027

Nicolas Maduro set for US drug trafficking trial in June 2027

Nicolas Maduro set for US drug trafficking trial in June 2027

World ·22 Jul 2026, 20:04 ·Elena Marsh 2 min read
Iraq loses more than $40 billion in revenue as war with Iran disrupts oil exports

Iraq loses more than $40 billion in revenue as war with Iran disrupts oil exports

Iraq has lost over $40 billion in revenue due to a sharp decline in oil exports following a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran.

World ·22 Jul 2026, 20:01 ·Elena Marsh 3 min read
Trump threatens to bomb Iranian infrastructure over Strait of Hormuz attacks

Trump threatens to bomb Iranian infrastructure over Strait of Hormuz attacks

The U.S. warns of targeted strikes on Iranian infrastructure as tensions soar over commercial shipping attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, driving Brent Crude to $95.

World ·22 Jul 2026, 19:03 ·Elena Marsh 4 min read
Epstein associate and model recruiter Daniel Siad found dead in France

Epstein associate and model recruiter Daniel Siad found dead in France

Epstein associate and model recruiter Daniel Siad found dead in France

World ·22 Jul 2026, 16:03 ·Elena Marsh 3 min read
Ukrainian drones strike Wildberries warehouses to disrupt Russian logistics

Ukrainian drones strike Wildberries warehouses to disrupt Russian logistics

Ukrainian drones strike Wildberries warehouses to disrupt Russian logistics

World ·22 Jul 2026, 12:08 ·Elena Marsh 2 min read
US attacks Iran for 11th consecutive night

US attacks Iran for 11th consecutive night

US air strikes targeted Iranian military infrastructure as President Trump threatened nuclear sites and Houthi rebels announced a naval blockade in the Red Sea.

World ·22 Jul 2026, 06:02 ·Elena Marsh 4 min read