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News imageA cargo ship in the Gulf, near the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from northern Ras al-Khaimah, near the border with Oman’s Musandam governance, amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, in United Arab Emirates, March 11, 2026
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Two ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz after Trump extends Iran ceasefire

The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) fired at a container ship, the UKMTO says, while a second vessel has also been attacked.


News imageDonald Trump stands in the White House dining room with a white wall with carvings behind him and part of an American flag. He is seen from the waist up speaking, turned to his right and his gesturing. He is wearing a blue blazer and a white shirt and pink patterned tie.

Trump buys time for Iran deal after frantic day of diplomacy

The US president's decision marked the second time in as many weeks he has backed off a threat to escalate the war, buying more time.

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Middle East
News imageTwo of South Korean Air Force's F-15K fighter jets flying during a celebration to mark 76th anniversary of Korea Armed Forces Day in Seongnam in 2024

South Korean fighter jets collided due to pilots snapping pictures, report finds

One of the pilots has been fined thousands of dollars by the military to cover repair costs.

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Asia

Phone tracking shows how Colombian mercenaries backed Sudan's RSF - report

The Conflict Insights Group (CIG) says its research also shows the extent of UAE involvement.

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Taiwan president cancels trip after African countries revoke flight permits

Taiwan has accused Beijing of putting pressure on African countries to close their airspace to Lai's plane.

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Starmer to face PMQs after ex-Foreign Office chief says he was pressured over Mandelson vetting

No 10 has denied claims of a dismissive approach towards vetting during Lord Mandelson's appointment as the UK's ambassador to the US.

Why police are seeking to arrest billionaire K-pop mogul behind BTS

Bang Si-hyuk, who created the supergroup, denies defrauding investors before his $7.3bn company went public.

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Why aspirin is becoming a weapon against cancer

The 4,000-year-old drug, most commonly used to treat pain, prevents certain tumours from forming and spreading across the body – findings that are already changing health policies.

News imageA still of Jafaar Jackson in the Michael biopic being protected by security guards. He is being held by a security guard from behind and in the background you can see hands reaching for him (Credit: Universal Pictures)

Michael review: 'A bland and barely competent daytime TV movie' ★☆☆☆☆

This saccharine, reverential biopic about controversial music legend Michael Jackson is set to be one of the worst films of 2026 – removing "everything that might be deemed dramatic".


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'No decision' on joining talks with US, Iranian foreign ministry spokesman tells BBC

Esmail Baghaei expressed concern regarding the US’s naval blockade of its ports and the seizure of an Iranian vessel.

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Footage released by the attorney general's office shows large groups of men in prison attending the trial via video link.

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Surveillance video shows the suspect starting the exchange with "How are you doing?" and saying "thank you", as he leaves.

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