How far will Trump go on Greenland? 'You'll find out' says US President
World | Updated: Jan 21, 2026
- Trump suggests a possible deal on Greenland despite European alarm
- Denmark warns NATO alliance at risk if Trump pursues Greenland threats
- Greenland's leaders insist the island is not for sale
Oil, war and rates collide: The big risk hanging over Asian markets this week
World | Updated: Mar 16, 2026
- Gulf tensions keep oil prices high, raising inflation concerns
- Most central banks expected to hold rates, except Australia
- Markets cautious; US dollar benefits from volatility
Jaishankar says India in talks with Iran to reopen Strait of Hormuz amid energy supply concerns
World | Updated: Mar 16, 2026
- India in talks with Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz
- Ship movements handled case-by-case, no blanket deal yet
- Two Indian LPG carriers crossed the Strait, en route to India
Gulf economies at risk of worst slump since 1990s on Iran war
World | Updated: Mar 15, 2026
- Qatar and Kuwait could see GDP contract by 14% if war continues
- Saudi Arabia and UAE may face GDP drops of 3% and 5% respectively
- Oil and gas disruptions endanger Gulf economies and global markets
Iran warns Ukraine over anti-drone help to Middle East, says Kyiv ‘playing Iran card’ for Western support
World | Updated: Mar 15, 2026
- Iran warns Ukraine against sharing anti-drone expertise with Gulf states
- Ukraine dispatched teams to the Middle East for drone defense training.
- Zelenskyy seeks funding and tech for drone cooperation agreements
How the West Asia crisis has affected sporting events and athletes
World | Updated: Mar 15, 2026
- Middle East conflict causes major sports event cancellations
- Bahrain and Saudi F1 races, Qatar MotoGP postponed
- Travel disruptions affect athletes, tennis, and football matches
Oscars’ top prize up for grabs as unease hangs over Hollywood
World | Updated: Mar 15, 2026
- "Sinners" leads Oscars with 16 nominations, a record in history
- Security increased after federal warning of potential Iranian threat
- "Sinners" and "One Battle After Another" vie for Best Picture.
Benjamin Netanyahu releases cafe video to debunk viral death rumours | Watch
World | Updated: Mar 15, 2026
- Netanyahu dismissed rumours of his death in a video message.
- His office confirmed he is fine, calling the reports fake news.
- AI claims about Netanyahu's fingers debunked as illusions.
Oil market set for tumultuous week as Kharg attack raises stakes
World | Updated: Mar 15, 2026
- US attack on Iran's Kharg Island disrupts global oil supply.
- Strait of Hormuz closure halts exports, storage facilities full.
- Brent crude surged 11%, hitting $119.50 a barrel last week.
Iran claims ‘Epstein team’ plotting ‘9/11-style’ attack to blame Tehran
World | Updated: Mar 15, 2026
- Larijani alleges US may stage 9/11-style incident, blame Iran
- Iran denies seeking conflict, promises strong defense against attacks
- Iran urges nations to avoid actions escalating regional tensions
Yair Netanyahu's silence on X for days sparks buzz as Benjamin Netanyahu death rumours spread
World | Updated: Mar 15, 2026
- Yair Netanyahu's sudden silence on X sparks online speculation
- Rumors about Benjamin Netanyahu's death circulate on social media
- Security concerns raised for Yair Netanyahu amid Israel conflict
Iran welcomes initiative for ‘complete end to war’, says foreign minister Abbas Araghchi
World | Updated: Mar 15, 2026
- Iran welcomes any initiative to end the war in West Asia
- Iran threatens Netanyahu and warns US over further strikes
- Strait of Hormuz closure disrupts global energy markets
Pakistan claims strikes on 'terrorist hideouts' in Afghanistan
World | Updated: Mar 15, 2026
- Pakistan strikes military sites in Kandahar, Afghanistan
- Taliban disputes Pakistan's claims, says limited damage caused
- Border clashes disrupt trade and force residents to flee homes
'Hang in there, Punch': Viral baby macaque slowly fitting in with troop at Japan zoo
World | Updated: Mar 15, 2026
- Punch the baby macaque adapts to his troop at Ichikawa Zoo
- Zoo officials say rough encounters are normal macaque behavior
- Punch still relies on his stuffed toy but is improving
Iran’s IRGC threatens Netanyahu after office dismisses death rumours: 'We will pursue and kill him'
World | Updated: Mar 15, 2026
- IRGC threatens to assassinate Israeli PM Netanyahu
- Netanyahu dismisses assassination rumors, says he is fine
- Conflict continues with strikes between Iran and Israel
If Houthis enter Iran war, a second strait could snap shut
World | Updated: Mar 15, 2026
- Houthis may join Iran conflict, threatening Bab el-Mandeb Strait.
- Bab el-Mandeb is vital for global trade and oil shipments.
- Maersk paused Red Sea transits due to rising security risks.
Oil fires, 'black rain' and toxic seas: The environmental fallout of the Iran war
World | Updated: Mar 15, 2026
- Tehran airstrikes hit oil depots, causing toxic smoke and black rain
- 300+ pollution incidents reported in Iran and nearby countries
- Attacks threaten oil spills, water safety, and health risks
IRGC warns attacks on US banks in Gulf region will expand if more Iranian banks are targeted
World | Updated: Mar 15, 2026
- Iran warns US bank branches in Gulf may face expanded attacks
- IRGC warns of targeting US assets if Iranian banks are hit again
- US-Israeli strikes on Iranian banks kill staff, disrupt services
Key UAE port suspends oil loadings after drone attack, fire
World | Updated: Mar 14, 2026
- UAE suspended oil loading at Fujairah after drone strike and fire
- The blaze was extinguished; loadings may resume soon
- No injuries reported; exports halted as damage is assessed
UAE's Fujairah stops some oil loading operations after drone attack
World | Updated: Mar 14, 2026
- Oil-loading suspended in Fujairah after drone attack and fire
- UAE ports threatened by Iran after US strike on Kharg Island
- No injuries; civil defence containing Fujairah fire
Why are Kharg Island and Strait of Hormuz key to Iran war? Trump ally Lindsey Graham explains
World | Updated: Mar 14, 2026
- US strikes Kharg Island, Iran's key oil export hub, amid tensions
- Graham backs Trump's move, calls it bold and effective
- Iran warns attacks on oil infrastructure will trigger retaliation
Inside Epstein’s Caribbean fortress: DOJ files reveal how ‘Little St James’ became a playground for power and abuse
World | Updated: Mar 14, 2026
- DOJ reveals documents on Epstein's island abuse network
- Victims reveal years of sexual abuse and secrecy on island
- Epstein hosted powerful guests, many deny witnessing wrongdoing
Watch: Israel shares bodycam footage of soldiers carrying out military operation in Lebanon during night hours
World | Updated: Mar 14, 2026
- Israel released footage of strikes on Hezbollah sites
- IDF night raids dismantle infrastructure in southern Lebanon
- Israeli Air Force hit 200+ Iranian targets, causing heavy casualties
Donald Trump urges other nations to send warships, says Hormuz Strait will be ‘open, safe and free’
World | Updated: Mar 14, 2026
- Trump urges nations to send ships to secure Strait of Hormuz
- US plans to escort tankers amid halted maritime traffic
- Trump claims Iran's military destroyed but attacks still possible
How US and Israel plan to stop Iran’s Shahed-136 drones with Merops drone killers
World | Updated: Mar 14, 2026
- US Army deployed 10,000 Ukrainian-made Merops interceptor drones
- Merops drones use AI to counter Iranian Shahed-136 drones
- Merops cheaper than Iranian drones and missile systems
Inside Kharg Island: The oil hub shaping the Middle East war dynamics
World | Updated: Mar 14, 2026
- Kharg Island is Iran's main hub for crude oil exports.
- Its deep waters allow supertankers to load oil efficiently.
- Disruption at Kharg could impact global oil supply and prices.
Marco Rubio’s oversized shoes spark online chatter
World | Updated: Mar 14, 2026
- A photo of Rubio's large shoes sparked online jokes and memes
- Trump reportedly gifted cabinet members Florsheim dress shoes
- Rubio and officials have not commented on the shoe speculation
Eight countries criticise Israel over restrictions at Al Aqsa during Ramadan
World | Updated: Mar 14, 2026
- 8 Muslim-majority nations condemn Israel's Al Aqsa restrictions
- Foreign ministers say limits violate worshippers' rights and law
- Israel limits access during Ramadan over security concerns
Pakistan scales down National Day celebrations amid austerity measures
World | Updated: Mar 14, 2026
- Pakistan embassies to mark National Day with simple ceremonies
- No diplomatic receptions abroad due to economic pressures
- Scaled-back events show solidarity with conflict-hit Middle East
Woman becomes sole passenger on Riga to Dubai flight
World | Updated: Mar 14, 2026
- A woman flew alone on a commercial flight from Riga to Dubai
- Her video of the empty cabin went viral on social media
- Experts: Rare but possible for flights to have very few passengers