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The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed that Iran’s Navy had targeted three oil tankers transiting the Strait of Hormuz, along with three vessels affiliated with the US, in retaliation for the US strikes on three oil tankers.
“We will not hesitate to defend American forces, and if necessary, destroy Iran’s limited and exposed oil fleet," CENTCOM commander Admiral Brad Cooper said in a statement.
Iranian media reported that an Iranian oil tanker was struck by US forces on Saturday morning, a day after Iran reportedly fired missiles towards the Strait of Hormuz.
Hong Kong health authorities have detected seven additional suspected food poisoning cases linked to a hotel restaurant in Yau Ma Tei, raising the total number of affected diners to 14. The Centre for Health Protection said on Saturday it had identified three additional food poisoning clusters involving The Astor restaurant at Eaton HK, after initially announcing two clusters on September 3. “The ...
A transformative student design from ten years ago has blossomed into an enriching downtown park. North Tonawanda proudly launched Smart Growth 2.0, a redevelopment venture worth millions. This initiative has introduced a charming clock tower and improved pedestrian facilities, which enhance the ongoing rejuvenation of the area and contribute to broader downtown revitalization efforts, signifying ...
The rescue brings to a total of three workers saved from a hydropower tunnel where roughly 500 people are believed to be trapped.
In Nepal, thousands of people lost their homes, belongings and loved ones in minutes during the flash floods of August 26. Since then, authorities, NGOs and volunteers have been delivering aid. But in overcrowded temporary camps, living conditions remain difficult, while many survivors face an uncertain future. France 24's special correspondents visited a temporary camp set up in a school in Ras...
Children displaced by flash floods in Nepal are attending a temporary education centre in Nuwakot, while aid organisations work to support devastated communities. The UN estimates that $158 million worth of buildings have been damaged, with Nepal warning that reconstruction could cost billions.
Monaco made it three wins on the trot and reclaimed the top spot by beating Paris Saint-Germain, who were playing their first home match of the season. Luis Enrique's men have now gone four matches without a win.
Scale of deportations made public for first time amid criticism of hardline approach to UK citizensSweden has confirmed 458 British citizens have been deported or forcibly removed by police since Brexit.It is the first time the scale of the deportations of citizens who failed to secure residency in Sweden post Brexit has been made public and comes amid mounting criticism of a cruel and hardline ap...
US President Donald Trump said Friday he is sending envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Moscow and Kyiv with a plan to end more than four years of war in Ukraine.
The US president says the move will help ranchers, but conservationists say it could derail efforts to recover populations.
The US mother was on trial for strangling her three children. In other western countries, there’s a specific law for mums who kill their young children.
Venezuelans are hoping for free and fair elections, but the US may prioritise oil production.
Commuters stranded; children rushed underground in the middle of the school day; festivals cancelled; walks punctuated by booming air defences. Near-constant drone attacks are the stark new reality in Kyiv, and daily life is likely to get harder. Kyiv has survived many traumas since Russia’s full-scale invasion in February 2022. Despite the initial shock of war and the advent of attack drones and...
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said it had targeted Hezbollah infrastructure in southern Lebanon "in response to Hezbollah’s attempted attack yesterday against IDF troops operating in the security zone."
Traffic on A20 in and out of port grinds to halt as Kent police say they are in attendance and engaging with groupA large group of people dressed in black and wearing balaclavas have blocked the road at the port of Dover in Kent, forcing closures in both directions.Kent police said they were aware of the protest, which was described as a “public order incident” by the Port of Dover. Officers were ...
The Hong Kong government will expand science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM) education and allocate more land for higher education to transform the traditional study-abroad trend from a “one-way street into a two-way global highway”, the education chief has said. Secretary for Education Christine Choi Yuk-lin delivered the remarks on Saturday at the inaugural Global Educatio...
More than 2,000 policymakers, educators and parents from around the world gathered in Hong Kong on Saturday for the inaugural Global Education Summit, which focused on regional talent development, artificial intelligence integration and changing academic pathways. The two-day event, held at the Grand Hyatt Hong Kong in Wan Chai and co-organised by the South China Morning Post and HSBC Premier, aim...
Ulrich Siegmund could lead the AfD in Saxony-Anhalt into government, marking the first time a far-right party has held state-level power in Germany's post-war era.
Ulrich Siegmund could for the first time lead the AfD in Saxony-Anhalt into government. At a campaign family festival, around 10,000 people hail the 35-year-old as a beacon of hope for his promised political shake-up.
A mother orangutan and her infant have been rescued from a shrinking patch of forest threatened by wildfires.
After adopting a pet cockatiel, Aamir Tinwala initiated a bird conservation movement focused on building birdhouses to combat habitat loss. His project promotes awareness of local biodiversity while encouraging community members to take an active role in habitat stewardship. Tinwala has personally constructed over 750 shelters and inspired countless others, illustrating how individual efforts can ...
By allying with Segalovich in the Israeli vote, Abbas is hoping for greater acceptance in Israeli coalition politics.
By allying with Segalovich in the Israeli vote, Abbas is hoping for greater acceptance in Israeli coalition politics.
About 50 officers on the US Joint Staff were interrogated over reports detailing depleted weapons stockpiles, NYT says.
About 50 officers on the US Joint Staff were interrogated over reports detailing depleted weapons stockpiles, NYT says.
A living shoreline project in New Smyrna Beach largely survived Hurricane Matthew's severe winds. This natural approach used vegetation and sand to stabilize the coast effectively. Conventional hardened structures nearby experienced significant damage and erosion during the storm. The project demonstrated how natural defenses can withstand powerful hurricane conditions. This resilience offers a pr...
