UK to allow US to use British bases for defensive strikes against Iran
Within hours of the prime minister’s statement, the UK’s Akrotiri air force base in Cyprus was reportedly hit by a droneThe UK has agreed to let the US use British military bases to attack Iranian missile sites, Keir Starmer has said.The UK has so far not been involved in the US-Israeli strikes on Iran, but in a recorded statement on Sunday evening, the prime minister said that Iran’s approach was becoming more reckless and putting British lives at risk, leading to the decision to allow the US to use two of its military bases. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Delta Goodrem to represent Australia at 2026 Eurovision
The Australian pop singer will perform her new single Eclipse at the 70th Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna in May to a global audience of more than 160 million viewers. [Continue Reading]
'Ugly' or 'beautiful'? Set-pieces prove decisive for Arsenal again
Arsenal move five points clear in the Premier League title race but is their reliance on set-pieces an issue? [Continue Reading]
UK Activates Emergency Evacuation Plans for Citizens Amid Rising Middle East Tensions
With rising tensions in the Middle East following recent US-Israeli military actions against Iranian interests, the UK Foreign Office has activated emergency evacuation plans for British citizens in the region. Approximately 200,000 British nationals are estimated to be currently present, including holidaymakers and business travelers, many of whom have become stranded in the United Arab Emirates due to closed airspace over Dubai. The UK government's decision to prepare an evacuation strategy underscores the volatility of the situation, amplifying the urgency for British citizens in the region to register their whereabouts. Keir Starmer, the UK Labour Party leader, has called for... [Continue Reading]
Major changes to asylum system set to come into force
From Monday, asylum seekers granted refugee status in the UK will be offered only temporary protection. [Continue Reading]
Murder charge after security guard stabbed
A 50-year-old man will appear at Milton Keynes Magistrates' Court on Monday, police say. [Continue Reading]
‘That resentment is real’: Mahmood’s Denmark visit aims to hammer home tough line on immigration
On tour of returns centre, home secretary says ‘legitimate grievances’ have to be acknowledged as part of ‘responsible’ politicsRefugee status to be temporary as Shabana Mahmood rips up rules on UK asylumThe UK home secretary, Shabana Mahmood, and Danish immigration officials strode through the bleak and chilly Sjælsmark returns centre, a former military barracks used to house men and women who have no right to remain in the country. Followed by photographers, reporters and civil servants, Mahmood was told of the strict conditions in which hundreds of people live after asylum and right to remain appeals are rejected and before... [Continue Reading]
Refugee status to be temporary as Shabana Mahmood rips up rules on UK asylum
Home secretary announces 30-month protection limit, with refugees required to leave if their home countries are later judged safe‘That resentment is real’: Mahmood’s Denmark visit aims to hammer home tough line on immigrationShabana Mahmood has ripped up the government’s asylum rules so that from Monday every refugee will be told that their status is temporary and will last just 30 months.In a move that has concerned a refugee charity, the home secretary said that claimants whose countries are deemed to be safe by the UK government will from now on be expected to return. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Top China shipbuilding voice Li Yanqing on why the US industry can’t be rebuilt overnight
Li Yanqing, executive vice-president and secretary general of the China Association of the National Shipbuilding Industry (Cansi), discusses the impact of US trade policies, global market cycles and China’s strategic pivot towards high-quality manufacturing. As a shipbuilding veteran who also serves as chairman of the ISO/TC 8 ships and marine technology committee, which oversees international standardisation for shipbuilding and marine operations, Li is a prominent voice for China’s industry on... [Continue Reading]
Supporters of ex-president Bolsonaro rally across Brazil against Lula
Thousands of supporters of Brazil’s former president Jair Bolsonaro demonstrated in cities across the South American nation on Sunday, as organisers hoped to build momentum for a right-wing victory in the coming presidential elections. Protesters draped in yellow and green – the colours of the national flag – took to the streets in Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro and the capital Brasilia to voice their opposition to current President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva who faces a tough re-election bid in... [Continue Reading]
Iran pessimistic about FIFA World Cup after US air strikes
Reverberations from the Middle East conflict hits global sport, with Iran's soccer chief offering a bleak outlook for the FIFA World Cup in the United States. [Continue Reading]
Iran conflict to cause ‘serious’ travel disruptions as 115,000 Australians remain in region amid cancelled flights
Government has not yet committed to repatriation flights as Emirates, Etihad and Qatar Airways cancel flightsFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe Australian government says travellers should be prepared for “serious” disruptions in coming days amid the turmoil in the Middle East, saying there are limits to what the government can do to help those stranded in the region.The foreign affairs minister, Penny Wong, said many Australians would be affected as countries shuttered their airspace amid the US and Israel’s attacks on Iran. Three major airports that connect... [Continue Reading]
Trump's Iran gamble... What is the US president up to?
And will Trump's Republican MAGA base support his strikes on Iran? [Continue Reading]
Delroy Lindo thankful for ‘love and support’ after N-word incident at Baftas
Lindo speaks out after man with Tourette syndrome shouted slur while actor was on stage with Michael B JordanBritish-American actor Delroy Lindo expressed gratitude for “the support and love” he and Michael B Jordan have received after a man with Tourette syndrome (TS) shouted the N-word as the two men presented a Bafta award.“We appreciate all the support and love that we have been shown,” Lindo – who, like Jordan, is Black – said on stage at the annual NAACP Image awards in Los Angeles. He called it “a classic case of something that could be very negative becoming very... [Continue Reading]
'We're staying calm', say Irish people in Gulf region
Irish citizens in the Gulf region have described their experience amid ongoing bombardment. [Continue Reading]
UK will allow US to use bases to strike Iranian missile sites, PM says
The prime minister says it remains the case that the UK will "not join offensive action now". [Continue Reading]
Hawkins beats Lisowski to win first Welsh Open title
A dominant afternoon session set Barry Hawkins on the way to winning his first Welsh Open title, beating Jack Lisowski 9-5 in the final. [Continue Reading]
Huge fire at Bahrain port home to US Navy’s Fifth Fleet
Footage shows a huge fire reportedly ignited by an Iranian strike on a US naval facility at Bahrain’s Salman Port. [Continue Reading]
The horror story at Beit Shemesh where an Iranian missile evaded Israel's formidable defences
It is an image that will haunt very many people across Israel. A corner of Beit Shemesh, flattened by an Iranian missile; a synagogue destroyed; people killed while they sought refuge in a bomb shelter. [Continue Reading]
Now is the time for China to show it’s serious about opening up
As China’s leaders convene for the annual “two sessions” starting this week, the eyes of the world will be fixed on Beijing. This gathering is no ordinary policy meeting. Beyond setting the economic growth target for 2026, it will finalise the 15th five-year plan (2026–2030), a blueprint that will define the nation’s economic and social priorities for the second half of this decade. In an era of intensifying great-power competition, particularly with the United States, these decisions will shape... [Continue Reading]
Stakes Quickly Rise for U.S. in Iran War, With 3 Service Members Killed
The grim toll signaled that Iran was more prepared for war than the Trump administration anticipated, U.S. military officials said. [Continue Reading]
Olympian Philip Doyle misses out on the DWTS semi-final
Olympic rower Philip Doyle has become the seventh celebrity to be eliminated from Dancing with the Stars, missing out on a place in next week's semi-final after Orchestra Night on RTÉ One. [Continue Reading]
Thousands of Australians stranded as US and Israel military actions disrupt flights in the Middle East
Recent military actions by the United States and Israel against Iran have thrown the Middle East into turmoil, with significant repercussions felt globally. As hostilities escalate, thousands of Australians find themselves stranded in international airports across the region, as flight services have been heavily disrupted. The unannounced airstrikes, which occurred on a recent Saturday, prompted multiple country closures of their airspace, severely impacting travel routes. According to the Australian Travel Industry Association, the sudden cessation of commercial flights and subsequent cancellations have affected an estimated 115,000 Australians currently in the region. Affected areas include major international transit hubs in countries... [Continue Reading]
Who has made Troy's Premier League team of the week?
After every round of Premier League matches this season, Troy Deeney gives us his team of the week. Do you agree with his choices? [Continue Reading]
Iranian drone strikes US military installation Camp Buehring in Kuwait amid escalating tensions in the Middle East
In a recent escalation of military confrontations in the Middle East, an Iranian drone reportedly struck a US military installation known as Camp Buehring in northwestern Kuwait. The incident was captured on footage, which showed the drone impacting the camp and releasing a significant explosion alongside a cloud of smoke. This strike adds to the increasing hostilities between Iran and the United States, particularly following a series of military engagements in the region. According to reports, the drone attack has confirmed heightened tensions that have been brewing for some time. The strike on Camp Buehring occurred as part of broader... [Continue Reading]
Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas at DIFF closing premiere
The 2026 Dublin International Film Festival has come to a close after 11 days of screenings, discussions and workshops, with the world premiere of John Carney's new film Power Ballad at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre. [Continue Reading]
Wexford residents 'caught between rock and hard place'
Residents of a housing estate in Co Wexford said they feel they have been caught between a rock and a hard place when it comes to rules for residential tenancies. [Continue Reading]
WA transport industry wants tougher truck licensing model
Western Australia's transport industry is calling on the WA government to follow South Australia's lead in reforming its heavy vehicle licensing system, amid a "surge" in the number of road trains crossing the Nullarbor this week. [Continue Reading]
Trump open to talks with Iran as conflict deepens in Middle East
US president signals willingness to engage with Tehran’s surviving leadership as strikes and retaliatory attacks intensify across regionUS-Israel war on Iran – latest updatesDonald Trump said on Sunday he was prepared to talk to what was left of the Iranian leadership iafter the killing of the country’s supreme leader by US-Israeli airstrikes aimed at overthrowing the regime.Trump was speaking as a second day of intense bombing of Iranian cities and Tehran’s missile counterattacks sent tremors across the region and through the global economy. On Monday the conflict spread to Lebanon as Israel began striking Hezbollah targets, after the group launched... [Continue Reading]
The Nightcliff by-election is this weekend. Here is what you need to know
Residents living in Darwin's northern suburbs of Nightcliff, Rapid Creek and parts of Coconut Grove will be heading to the polls this Saturday to vote in a by-election. It comes after the former member for Nightcliff resigned in February. [Continue Reading]
Flash flooding hits Mildura after 100mm of rain in 24 hours
Heavy rainfall causes flash flooding in Mildura as the city records its wettest March day. [Continue Reading]
Would it be bigger gamble not to give Carrick Man Utd job?
With six wins and a draw from seven games in charge of Manchester United, would it prove more of a gamble not to give Michael Carrick the head coach position full-time? [Continue Reading]
Terminally ill grandmother tells productivity commissioner to 'remember my face'
The Australian government asked this woman how she felt about regional airfares. She didn't hold back. [Continue Reading]
Cognizant Classic final round updates: Lowry leads
Shane Lowry is in contention to win the PGA Tour's Cognizant Classic in Florida. Follow final round updates here. [Continue Reading]
Arkansas father rushing his sick child to hospital won’t face charges after officer rammed into his car
State trooper used Pit ramming maneuvre to stop Dillon Hess from speeding while transporting his son to hospitalAn Arkansas father speeding while transporting his sick child to the hospital will not face charges after a state police trooper used a vehicle-ramming technique known as a Pit maneuvre to stop his vehicle, authorities have said.Officials said they have ruled out charges against the father, identified as Dillon Hess, who was speeding as he rushed his son to the hospital for emergency medical treatment after he suffered an allergic reaction, as the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette first reported. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
'Missiles flying overhead': Thousands of Australians stranded at airports
Australians are left stranded overseas amid ongoing hostilities in the Middle East, with one woman saying she was forced to sleep on an airport floor. [Continue Reading]
Live: Wong estimates 115,000 Australians in Middle East amid conflict
Foreign Minister Penny Wong says the government wants to wait and see if commercial flights to transport hubs in the Middle East restart before it considers repatriation flights for the 115,000 Australians estimated to be in the region. Follow live. [Continue Reading]
Dubai Residents Experience Fear Amid Missile and Drone Strikes Reportedly Launched by Iran
Dubai has recently experienced a surge of distress as missile and drone strikes, reportedly launched by Iran, have rattled residents and visitors alike. British nationals living in the city have described feelings of "unspeakable fear" as they witness smoke billowing from burning high-rises. This alarming escalation comes as part of Iran's declared intent to retaliate following the killing of its supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The airstrikes have led to frightening scenes in the city, where people are taking refuge in hotels and apartments, hoping to evade the ongoing bombardment. Eyewitness accounts detail powerful explosions reverberating throughout the area, with... [Continue Reading]
Epstein’s New Mexico Ranch Gets Scrutiny at Last. It May Be Too Late.
Heinous allegations have prompted state officials to restart an inquiry, which went cold in 2019, into the convicted sex offender’s lesser-known property. [Continue Reading]
Live: Iran strikes set to rattle markets as oil and gold prices jump, Wall Street banks fall on credit quality fears
Global markets are braced for the fallout from the outbreak of war in the Middle East. Follow today's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. [Continue Reading]
Qld on cyclone watch as rain drenches parts of state
Parts of Queensland have been drenched by more than 200 millimetres of rain in less than 24 hours , and there is more rain and potentially a cyclone on the way. [Continue Reading]
Military actions escalate in Iran, resulting in deaths of officials and American casualties amid US-Israel strikes
A rapid escalation of military actions unfolded over recent days, culminating in the deaths of high-ranking Iranian officials, including Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The United States and Israel commenced significant military strikes against Iranian military and political infrastructure, a move described by US President Donald Trump as “ahead of schedule.” In these operations, it has been reported that six American service members have been killed or injured, raising concerns over the mounting casualties and broader ramifications for regional stability. Official sources indicate that in an incident in Beit Shemesh, Israel, a group sheltering in a synagogue safe room perished... [Continue Reading]
Netanyahu’s latest war has few critics in an Israel embracing militarism
Attack on Iran has widespread support, with little questioning of whether it is best option for lasting security US-Israel war on Iran – latest updatesIn June, Benjamin Netanyahu declared “a historic victory, which will stand for generations” after the 12-day war on Iran.His decision to attack Iran again, less than a year later, was greeted with broad and enthusiastic support from Israeli politicians, including the prime minister’s bitter rivals, and a public willing to endure death and massive disruption to their lives. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Mum and son wait hours for police as thieves hit home for third time
Intruders break into a Toowoomba family's home in a post-midnight raid, forcing the woman and her 11-year-old son to lock themselves in a room after calling Triple Zero. [Continue Reading]
OBR a backseat driver with out-of-date maps, thinktanks tell Rachel Reeves
Chancellor urged to reform Office for Budget Responsibility to open way to more public investmentRachel Reeves must reform the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) to open the way to more public investment, an alliance of thinktanks has argued ahead of the chancellor’s spring forecast on Tuesday.With Keir Starmer’s government under intense pressure after Labour’s defeat by the Greens in Thursday’s Gorton and Denton byelection, the thinktanks called on Reeves to review the watchdog’s remit. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
'Pay with your privacy': Fears over OpenAI's move to insert ads in chatbot
The company said advertisements will appear at the bottom of answers and will be based on a user's current conversation. [Continue Reading]
Tracy has a major secret in her clutches in Coronation Street – will she blow it?
Of all the people! [Continue Reading]
Iranian drone strikes US military facility in Kuwait
Footage captured the moment an Iranian drone struck the US military’s Camp Buehring in northwestern Kuwait. [Continue Reading]
T20 World Cup semis set after India survives major scare in Mumbai
India has reached the semifinals of the T20 World Cup with a five-wicket win over West Indies in Sunday's decisive Super Eights match. [Continue Reading]
Reece James admits Chelsea have a problem after ‘bitterly disappointing’ Arsenal loss
The Blues must fix a glaring issue. [Continue Reading]
