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Trump Demands Iran Deal Before Lifting Strait of Hormuz Blockade

Donald Trump has declared that the United States will not lift its embargo on Iranian ports until Tehran consents to a deal, escalating pressure as…

Apr 14, 2026 · Shaon Fenwick
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Louisiana shooting leaves eight children dead in domestic tragedy

A father has killed seven of his own children and an eighth unrelated child in a shooting spree in Shreveport, Louisiana, in what police have…

Apr 13, 2026 · Shaon Fenwick
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Decorated Australian Soldier Faces War Crime Murder Charges

Australia’s most-decorated living soldier, Ben Roberts-Smith, has pledged to fight five war crime murder charges in his first public statement since being arrested the previous…

Apr 12, 2026 · Shaon Fenwick
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Oil prices tumble as Iran pledges Strait of Hormuz access

Oil prices have declined steeply after Iran stated the Strait of Hormuz would remain “completely open” to trade vessels throughout the truce in the US-Israel…

Apr 11, 2026 · Shaon Fenwick
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Unexpected Ceasefire Leaves Israel’s North Questioning Leadership

Israel’s communities in the north woke to an unexpected truce deal between Israel and Lebanon on Tuesday, negotiated by US President Donald Trump – but…

Apr 10, 2026 · Shaon Fenwick
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European Nations Come Together to Strengthen Border Security and Migration Management Measures

Across the European continent, a notable shift is underway as nations work together to reinforce their border security and implement tougher immigration rules. Faced with…

Apr 9, 2026 · Shaon Fenwick
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Arctic Permafrost Thawing Intensifies Climate Anxieties Among Global Scientists and Researchers

As Arctic permafrost thaws at an alarming rate, the worldwide scientific establishment grapples with an unparalleled ecological emergency. This quickening trend risks unleashing vast quantities…

Apr 9, 2026 · Shaon Fenwick
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United Nations Initiates Ambitious Initiative to Combat Rising Ocean Plastic Pollution

The United Nations has introduced an groundbreaking worldwide programme to tackle the mounting problem of marine plastic contamination, which threatens marine ecosystems and seaside populations…

Apr 9, 2026 · Shaon Fenwick
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World Health Organisation Unveils Programme Against Escalating Antibiotic Resistance

The World Health Organisation has unveiled an ambitious new initiative to tackle the mounting worldwide crisis of antibiotic resistance, a issue threatening to undermine modern…

Apr 9, 2026 · Shaon Fenwick
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Iranians Hold Their Breath as Ceasefire Teeters on Diplomatic Edge

As a delicate ceasefire edges towards collapse, Iranians are seized by uncertainty about whether peace talks can stop a return to devastating conflict. With the…

Apr 9, 2026 · Shaon Fenwick