Police find crashed helicopter, but search continues for pilot
Emergency services will resume their search for a missing pilot after a crashed helicopter was found in north-east New South Wales. [Continue Reading]
Indonesian human rights campaigner attacked with acid
A prominent human rights activist has been attacked with acid in Jakarta, leaving him with serious burns. [Continue Reading]
Iran Threatens to Attack US Oil Infrastructure Following US Military Strikes on Kharg Island
In recent developments, tensions have escalated sharply in the Gulf region as Iran has issued threats to attack US oil infrastructure in retaliation for recent military strikes by the United States on Kharg Island. On March 14, President Donald Trump announced that the US military had "obliterated" a number of military targets on the island, which serves as a critical transit point for Iran's oil exports. Trump also indicated that further attacks could target oil infrastructure if Tehran disrupts shipping through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. The US strikes mark an intensification of hostilities in the ongoing conflict that... [Continue Reading]
Bernardi talks 'rookie error', Liberal MP dissents on candidate controversy
A week out from election day in SA, One Nation's Cory Bernardi admits to a "rookie error", as a federal Liberal MP expresses reservations about the decision to part ways with a controversial candidate. [Continue Reading]
Trump says US has 'totally obliterated' military targets on Iran's Kharg Island
State media in Iran said there was no damage to any oil infrastructure on the crucial island that handles roughly 90% of Iran's crude exports. [Continue Reading]
NT requests ADF help with flood recovery as central Australia braces for rain
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiarohas is asking the federal government to deploy the ADF as floodwaters start to recede in parts of the Top End, while emergency services brace for more rain in central Australia. [Continue Reading]
Man found dead, woman seriously injured in small NSW town
A man has been arrested after an older man was found dead and a woman critically injured inside a home at Wellington, New South Wales on Saturday. [Continue Reading]
Explosion reported at Jewish school in Amsterdam
An explosion has damaged a Jewish school in Amsterdam, according to Dutch media. [Continue Reading]
Brentford, the World Cup and an itch to return to Gaelic football
Brentford and Republic of Ireland captain Nathan Collins tells Kelly Somers about his dreams of the World Cup. [Continue Reading]
Middle East war live: Iran threatens retaliation as Trump says US 'obliterated' targets on Kharg island
Iran on Saturday threatened to launch attacks on US oil infrastructure after President Donald Trump claimed that the US had "obliterated" military targets on Iran's Kharg Island and warned that oil infrastructure there could be targeted next. The small island off Iran's south coast is the main transit point for the country's oil exports. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates. [Continue Reading]
US-Iran Conflict Escalates Amid Intensified Military Operations and Geopolitical Shifts
The ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran has entered a new phase, with military operations escalating as both nations adopt opposing strategies. The situation has reached a critical juncture following a series of airstrikes, intensified military actions, and shifting geopolitical dynamics that underscore the complexities of their engagement. Reports indicate that as the conflict continues, both military tactics and potential economic ramifications for global energy supplies are significant aspects of the unfolding crisis. In recent developments, the U.S.-led campaign against Iran and its allied proxies has intensified markedly. Following the assassination of key figures in Iran's military leadership,... [Continue Reading]
Latest news bulletin | March 14th, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this March 14th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. [Continue Reading]
Six great reads: Louis Theroux’s reluctance to answer questions, Apple’s hits and misses, and boomers v gen Z
Need something brilliant to read this weekend? Here are six of our favourite pieces from the last seven days Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Confidential health records from UK BioBank project exposed online
Exclusive: Guardian investigation finds data from flagship medical research leaked dozens of timesConfidential health data has been exposed online on dozens of occasions, a Guardian investigation can reveal, raising questions about the safeguarding of patient records by one of the UK’s flagship medical research projects.UK Biobank, which holds the medical records of 500,000 British volunteers, is one of the world’s most comprehensive stores of health information and is credited with driving breakthroughs in cancer, dementia and diabetes research. But scientists approved to access Biobank’s sensitive data appear to have sometimes been cavalier about its security. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
NHS and MoD will be urged to buy British tech to drive growth amid Iran crisis
Treasury minister Spencer Livermore trails new strategy as chancellor pins hopes on benefits of AI amid global uncertaintyThe NHS and Ministry of Defence will be urged to buy British tech, as the government pins its hopes on the benefits of artificial intelligence to kickstart growth in the face of the Iran crisis, Treasury minister Spencer Livermore has said.The chancellor, Rachel Reeves, will restate her economic strategy in a high profile lecture on Tuesday, just as rocketing oil prices have raised fears of higher inflation and weaker growth. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Invisible datacentres and capricious chips: is UK’s AI bubble about to burst?
Datacentre investment boom is one of the biggest infrastructure gambles of this era, and Britain may be uniquely exposedStargate was to be the world’s biggest AI investment: a $500bn infrastructure project to “secure American leadership in AI”. Never shy of hyperbole, its key backer, the ChatGPT-maker OpenAI, promised “massive economic benefit for the entire world” with facilities to help people “use AI to elevate humanity”.Now, OpenAI appears to be dropping out of a part of the deal – the expansion of a flagship datacentre stretching across a swathe of land in Abilene, Texas, which has become one of the most... [Continue Reading]
‘Could be the making of him’: Starmer’s allies praise stance on Trump and Iran
Refusal to kowtow to US president has won public backing – and left Badenoch and Farage playing catch-upIt is not often that Keir Starmer’s allies believe he has Nigel Farage and Kemi Badenoch on the run – but on Iran, they think he is on the right side of history and public opinion.“It could be the making of him,” said Emily Thornberry, the Labour chair of the foreign affairs committee, who was first out of the blocks to say she thought Donald Trump’s strikes on Iran were illegal. “You’ve not had a British prime minister say no to an American... [Continue Reading]
‘Exceptional’ Bafta-winning I Swear is now streaming on Netflix
It's left people 'crying their eyes out'. [Continue Reading]
How Oscars voting works and what changed this year
From who gets to nominate, to why Best Picture is counted differently, here is how the Academy Awards voting system works ahead of Sunday night's ceremony, and how a new rule on film viewing could affect the final ballot. [Continue Reading]
Rescuers blame weather and 'underprepared skiers' for rise in Alps avalanche deaths
The BBC joins a French Alps rescue team as the number of skiers killed this season passes 100. [Continue Reading]
More Malaysian scammers target Singapore-based victims to pass cash, gold to ‘mules’
Scam syndicates allegedly from Malaysia are increasingly relying on couriers and physical handovers when targeting victims in Singapore, as tighter banking safeguards make fraudulent online transfers harder for them to pull off, according to police and crime experts. Recent police cases suggest some criminals are turning to cross-border transfers in which victims are pressured into handing over cash or valuables in Singapore before the proceeds are passed through “mules” working for scam... [Continue Reading]
China single mum starts business with US$100, runs clothing brand earning tens of millions yearly
A young Chinese single mother who started with a street stall and just 700 yuan (US$100) to her name has built a successful nationwide clothing business. The “new Chinese-style clothing” brand, now earns tens of millions of yuan each year and its success has inspired many people online. Dong Na, a single mother born in the 1990s from Zhengzhou in northern China’s Henan province, has attracted public attention after sharing her entrepreneurial story. In 2012, Dong became a single mother with no... [Continue Reading]
Iran war: What is happening on day 15 of US-Israel attacks?
US hits Iran’s Kharg island as it warns oil sites may be next if Tehran disrupts shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. [Continue Reading]
Russell wins Shanghai sprint for Mercedes, Piastri finishes sixth
George Russell holds off the fast-starting Ferraris to win the Chinese Grand Prix sprint race, as Oscar Piastri finishes further back in the field. [Continue Reading]
Palestinian actor Motaz Malhees blocked from Oscars by Trump travel ban
Palestinian actor Motaz Malhees said a travel ban imposed by Donald Trump’s administration is preventing him from attending Sunday’s Academy Awards, whose nominees include a movie in which he has a starring role. The Voice of Hind Rajab, a film about a five-year-old Palestinian girl killed by Israeli forces in Gaza in 2024, has been Oscar-nominated for best international feature film. Malhees, who plays the role of a call centre operator attempting to help her, said he cannot attend the Academy... [Continue Reading]
What to Know About Iran’s Kharg Island
The Persian Gulf island, targeted by U.S. strikes, is home to Iran’s main oil export terminal. Any disruption could jolt global energy markets. [Continue Reading]
Why has the US attacked Iran's Kharg Island?
Donald Trump says the US has "obliterated" Iran's military assets on the island, but stopped short of attacking other infrastructure. [Continue Reading]
Worker dies at South32's Alumina refinery in WA's south
WA Police say emergency services were called to the refinery near Collie, about 200km south of Perth, just before 4am on Saturday, with the man dying at the scene, despite first aid being carried out. [Continue Reading]
‘Drinking from a fetid pond’: superbug-creating genes found in UK’s largest lake
Exclusive: Lough Neagh, which supplies drinking water for 40% of NI, contains genes resistant to last-resort antibioticsGenes capable of creating antibiotic-resistant superbugs have been detected in the UK’s largest lake, which supplies drinking water to about 40% of Northern Ireland.Testing of water from Lough Neagh, which has a surface area 26 times bigger than Windermere, found genes resistant to a wide range of antibiotics, including carbapenems – drugs reserved for life-threatening infections when all other treatments have failed. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
The escalation trap: how the Iran war could become more costly and complex
Iran’s is trying to create wedges between Gulf states and the US, but Trump is very comfortable on the ‘escalatory ladder’In its current phase, the Israeli-US war against Iran and its proxies has become a proving ground for two competing concepts of military escalation, each of which threatens to become a trap.On one side, Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu have failed thus far in their ill-defined and shifting strategic aims. Despite killing Iran’s supreme leader, Ali Khamenei, and other key leaders in the opening salvo of the campaign, the clerical regime remains and Iran’s stockpile of highly enriched uranium is... [Continue Reading]
US moves 2,000 Marines from Japan to Middle East as Iran war intensifies
The US military has started moving at least one amphibious assault ship and more than 2,000 Marines from Japan to the Middle East as the US-Israeli war against Iran continues, according to US media reports. With the war about to enter its third week and US President Donald Trump vowing to ramp up military action against Iran, The Wall Street Journal and Fox News said on Friday the military was sending the Okinawa-based 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit to the region. The assault ship Tripoli,... [Continue Reading]
Purrs of approval for Yau Ma Tei cat mural as community art project draws crowds
On the weathered facade of the Kiu Kong Mansion on Nathan Road, two freshly painted cats now curl into the bustle of Hong Kong’s Yau Ma Tei. The mural features a ragdoll and a British shorthair cat, two breeds loved by Hongkongers, bringing a burst of colour and whimsy to the ageing building. With its head wrapped in a pink towel after a grooming session, the ragdoll gazes out at the street while the British shorthair shows off glossy nails and long, curly eyelashes, both perched in a garden... [Continue Reading]
Smoke seen rising from US embassy in Baghdad
Videos posted by social media users showed smoke rising from the US embassy in Baghdad after a reported attack. [Continue Reading]
Yemeni ports face shipping fee hike amid Iran conflict
Yemen’s government rejects new shipping surcharges, as fears grow of humanitarian crisis. [Continue Reading]
'Hate-watch classic' War of the Worlds sweeps Razzie Awards
Ice Cube's alien invasion adaptation receives five Razzies, which go to the year's worst movies. [Continue Reading]
Trump posts bombing video after saying US hit Kharg Island
Donald Trump shared footage of US air strikes on Iran's Kharg Island. [Continue Reading]
Thousands flock to WA's south coast for world's largest light show
Finnish light artist Kari Kola spent two years planning the installation, requiring 750 LED lights to illuminate the night sky in the city of Albany. [Continue Reading]
Chancellor Rachel Reeves to unveil support package for households facing rising heating oil costs next week
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced a forthcoming package of support aimed at households facing increased heating oil costs, which have been exacerbated by the ongoing effects of the US-Israel war in Iran. In a recent interview with the Times, Reeves confirmed that she has "found the money" to assist families struggling with soaring energy bills, particularly in rural areas not connected to the main gas grid. The announcement of this financial aid is expected early next week. The price of heating oil, commonly used by approximately 1.7 million households in England and Wales for heating and hot water, has surged... [Continue Reading]
Spike in Attacks on Synagogues Sweeps North America and Europe
In the first half of March, there has been a notable rise in violent attacks against synagogues and Jewish community centers across several Western countries. A powerful explosion in Liege, Belgium damaged a historic synagogue, while three synagogues in Canada were hit by separate shootings. In Michigan, a man drove a truck into a synagogue and preschool before being killed by police; he reportedly sought revenge related to casualties from Israeli strikes in Lebanon. The Netherlands is investigating a synagogue arson in Rotterdam. These attacks have heightened fear among Jewish communities and broadened fears of escalating antisemitic violence. The wave... [Continue Reading]
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Projectile explodes in Negev desert, escalating tensions linked to Iran conflict amid intensified US-Israel military operations
In a significant escalation of tensions in the region, a projectile fell and exploded in the Negev desert area of southern Israel late Friday. This incident is attributed to ongoing activities linked to the conflict involving Iran, coming just days after the United States and Israel intensified their military operations against Iranian targets. Video footage capturing the moment the projectile impacted has since circulated widely on social media, further heightening concerns over the deteriorating situation. Footage of the explosion revealed dramatic scenes, underscoring the volatility in the region as military engagements between Iran and Israeli forces continue to unfold. The... [Continue Reading]
His Film Is Spain’s Submission to the Oscars. He’s Not Sure How Spanish It Is.
Spanish cinema has entered a new and more diverse era, film experts say. Oliver Laxe, the director of Oscar-nominated “Sirat,” embodies the shift. [Continue Reading]
My stalker tricked random men into turning up at house for sex
A family were visited by strange men, who had seen adverts created by Declan Guess for "fun and sex" online. [Continue Reading]
Swing and a miss? Taiwan’s premier under fire over baseball trip to Tokyo
Taiwanese Premier Cho Jung-tai has come under fire over what he said was a private visit to Japan to support the island’s team at the World Baseball Classic last week – a trip that drew a sharp rebuke from Beijing. Cho travelled to Tokyo on March 7, watching Taiwan defeat the Czech Republic 14-0 at the Tokyo Dome in the tournament’s Pool C round. He returned to Taipei the same day. It was the first visit to Japan by a sitting Taiwanese premier since Tokyo ended official ties with Taipei in 1972... [Continue Reading]
At 102 years old, Dean Simes might be Australia's oldest tech-help guy
Dean Simes bought his first personal computer this century. Now, the centenarian wants to help other seniors understand the technology "you can't avoid". [Continue Reading]
Your star sign’s most toxic trait — and how to own it
Turn your innate weaknesses into strengths. [Continue Reading]
Maya Jama: 'My dream acting role is to play a monster or villain'
The Love Island host explains why she is keen to move into acting after joining the cast of The Gentlemen. [Continue Reading]
Bombs and bravado: Trump's post reveals much about island strike
You don't have to read between the lines when President Trump posts on Truth Social. [Continue Reading]
What are Hong Kong’s next best steps after ‘two sessions’ in Beijing?
Hong Kong should move beyond a “city-centred” approach that merely seeks Beijing’s policy support and instead take steps to align with national priorities by advancing the internationalisation of the yuan and supporting mainland Chinese enterprises’ global expansion, observers have said as this year’s “two sessions” came to a close. With the annual political gathering ending amid the widening war in the Middle East, observers also said Beijing would expect local companies to pursue investments... [Continue Reading]
Myanmar’s junta staged an election. It couldn’t stage legitimacy
Myanmar’s new parliament will convene next week, following an election tightly stage-managed by the junta. The Union Solidarity and Development Party (USDP) will enjoy a commanding majority and the party of former generals can be expected to preserve the interests of the military and its associates. It’s unclear just how closely these broader interests align with the political ambitions of junta chief Senior General Min Aung Hlaing. He does not formally lead the USDP, whose majority means it can... [Continue Reading]
Top Chinese entrepreneurs commit to Middle East expansion despite Iran war
Two prominent Chinese business leaders have pledged to double down on outbound investment – including in the Middle East and Latin America – even as geopolitical risks intensify following the outbreak of the US-Israeli war with Iran and Washington’s increasing interventions in the western hemisphere. Li Dongsheng, founder and chairman of Chinese electronics giant TCL, said the recent crisis in the Middle East had only a temporary impact on the company’s operations there and that the overall... [Continue Reading]
